Cartoons and animation are important communication tools, as a medium that combines humour, entertainment, and important messages in an easily digestible way understandable by both the young and the young at heart. I mean, who hasn’t laughed and cried while watching a Toy Story film right? And if you’ve been binge-watching your favourite animated films …
Japanese luxury label COMME des GARÇONS’ (CDG) diffusion lines are known for their knack for intelligent design with a mass appeal. Take, for example, the label’s PLAY line, whose decade strong collaboration with Converse’s canvas sneakers to feature its heart-with-eyes icon has been perpetually in-demand since it was first released in 2009. And who can …
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Pride month has begun, and with it, comes the think pieces and reminders that the struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community here and elsewhere are far from over. In the local context, for example, the law responsible for criminalising sexual encounters between consenting male adults — Section 377A, still stands despite repeated attempts for a …
Over last weekend, Nike has released a statement across its social media platforms denouncing the systemic racism and injustice that have long plagued the USA. Presented in the form of a short video, it begins with a revision of their iconic slogan on a stark black background (more on this later) that reads, “For once, …
It’s official, luxury and streetwear are now the same thing. Besides sharing a very similar aesthetic (think heavy-duty buckles on belts and bags, or the omnipresence of label names/ logos on nearly every fashion product imaginable), they both also come with quite the heavy price point. Gucci Beige Original GG Baseball Cap (USD 295) Which …
Ask anyone in the NYLON team and they would say that I am probably the only one who watches Korean dramas in my free time. Knowing the sometimes bad rep that Korean dramas can get for being incredibly draggy, I think of these dramas as a kind of an acquired taste — it’s perfect for …
Big names like adidas and Nike will be familiar to many of you especially with their knack for creating trendy footwear, so often the subject of adoration of many sneakerheads around the world. But what about brands that you don’t usually associate with “hypebeast” or “streetwear” culture? We’re looking at how understated brands like Reebok …
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Attention, sneakerheads! We’re back with another sneaker roundup and our July picks won’t disappoint. If you think you have enough sneakers (says nobody ever), you’ll change your mind by the end of this article. From monochromatic classics to bold statement sneakers, it’s time to make space for some new kicks! ASICS The COURT FF NOVAK …
Sneakerheads are no stranger to the world of collaborations. It’s crazy how the list of collaborations seem to be endless, with new ones dropping ever so often. We’ve picked out some of the more recent and notable high-end collabs that we think you’d love. Givenchy x Onitsuka Tiger The classic, all-time favourite …
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Travelling alone can be profoundly empowering (and incredibly daunting) especially if you’re: A) a female, B) venturing into a country that you’re totally unfamiliar with. Now, it may seem like an impossible feat if you’re not entirely daring, but if you’re willing to take a step out of your comfort zone, chances are, you’ll have …
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If you’ve a shoe rack full of shoes, you might have had your family and friends call you a ‘caterpillar’ before because why, they wonder, do you need so many pairs of shoes when you don’t even get to wear them all on a regular basis?! That’s probably not going to stop you from getting …
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Sneakers, sneakers and more sneakers! Brands constantly churn out new styles one after another, it’s like they’re never taking a break. It can get overwhelming at times, but with this non-exhaustive list of sneakers released this month, life has been made much simpler for you. Timberland x MADNESS Timberland and MADNESS have …
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‘The Boyfriend Trend’ started around the 19th century with women wearing anything but dresses, skirts and corsets. Menswear-inspired fashion was originally considered a rebellious political statement, but it now refers to any comfortable set of clothes — preferably if the clothing items can be ‘stolen’ from your boyfriend’s wardrobe. No boyfriend? No problem! You can …
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Christmas is right around the corner and it is the best opportunity to ‘treat yoself’! Find yourself a sole-mate, as there isn’t a better gift to buy yourself than a pair of sneakers. Whether you’re a sneakerhead or not, these cool kicks will be the envy of everyone in town. Converse Converse x Golf Le …
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In the fashion world, trends come and go faster than we think. However, there is one particular trend that we adore — and we reckon that it will not be dying down any time soon — utility wear. Imagine practical oversized clothes in earthy tones. Functional fashion has taken the world by storm, with people …
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By Edoardo Liotta The first encounter I ever had with M.I.A. was during my time in high school, after drawing her attention with an art piece I made inspired by one of her songs. The inspiration came when I discovered her discography. I was obsessed with her genre-defying tracks, hypnotic beats, smart rhymes and catchy …
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