The Week in Fashion: Drew Starkey and Taylor Russell Get Earthy for Loewe

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Welcome to the Week in Fashion, your concise guide to the latest happenings in the fashion industry.

Drew Starkey and Taylor Russell Touch Some Grass in Earthy Loewe Shoot

Loewe has established itself as a brand synonymous with playful references and boundary-pushing silhouettes. Under the creative direction of Jonathan Anderson, the brand has also become known for its celebrity campaigns, featuring a mix of rising stars and industry veterans.

In the latest shoot for the Spanish fashion house, Anderson enlisted Drew Starkey from Queer, who has been making headlines in Hollywood with his upcoming LGBTQ+ drama expected to receive Oscar nominations.

Captured by photographer David Sims, Starkey immerses himself in nature, donning pieces from Loewe’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection. The imagery showcases him walking through dirt and lounging in piles of leaves deep within the Spanish forests. He is joined by Taylor Russell, one of Anderson’s long-time muses, along with global brand ambassador Wang Yibo. Together, they model Loewe’s striking designs against a backdrop of natural beauty.

person lying in a forest setting surrounded by leaves with a green bag

J.Crew x Araks Unveil a Limited-Edition Lingerie Collection

The new collaboration between J.Crew and Araks holds a deeper significance than many might realize. Araks Yeramyan, the creative mind behind her namesake label, previously worked on the design team at J.Crew, a role that solidified her passion for fashion.

To celebrate this connection, J.Crew and Araks have launched a limited-edition capsule collection featuring an array of lingerie and sleepwear in vibrant colors and luxurious textures. “I started at J.Crew in 1998 and it was an incredibly formative experience,” Yeramyan reflected. “One of the most inspiring things I took away was the idea of a color library, which has become essential in my palette development.”

Gucci Offers Up “Endless Narratives” With New Window Concepts

Gucci has unveiled an innovative concept for its window displays called “Endless Narratives.” These exhibits aim to intertwine objects, ideas, and stories into infinite possibilities.

This initiative stems from a collaboration with Italian artist Luca Pignatelli, who has contributed around 80 limited-edition art pieces that explore themes of time and cultural memory. According to a press release, “With Endless Narratives, the house’s windows become more than displays; they act as portals into a universe where objects inspire and stories unfold.” This evolving concept will be showcased in Gucci stores worldwide throughout the year, with displays changing periodically.gucci window display

Balenciaga Shows Off Its Sporty Side With a Basketball-Inspired Edit

Balenciaga is kicking off 2025 with a slam dunk. The luxury fashion house has launched the Balenciaga Basketball Series, a new capsule collection that celebrates sportswear, particularly basketball. This collection precedes the release of their 2025 basketball sneaker, previewed in the Spring/Summer and Fall 2025 collections. The edit features everything from jerseys and varsity jackets to shorts and more.black leather bomber jacket with balenciaga and 01 printed on the front

FKA Twigs and On Kick Off 2025 in Training Mode

As the new year begins, many are hitting the gym, and FKA Twigs is here to inspire us. Continuing her partnership with On, she has launched a new training collection that reflects her lifelong commitment to fitness.

“The way that I train can be linked to a new dance form that I want to discover, or a movement form I want to dive into,” Twigs said. The collection is accompanied by a series of short films that combine dance, gymnastics, strength training, and performance art.

The Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Anniversary Collection Gets a Series of Global Pop-Ups

The re-edition of the Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami collaboration celebrates its 20th anniversary with a new collection, modeled by Zendaya. To further commemorate this milestone, Louis Vuitton is launching pop-up events around the globe.

Inspired by Tokyo’s modular hotels, these pop-up spaces will not only allow fans to shop the collection but also feature art installations, short films, a café, and a care station for original collection products needing a little TLC. Seven cities, including New York, London, Milan, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, and Tokyo, will host these exciting pop-ups through the end of January.louis vuitton x murakami pop up

Harris Dickinson Is So Babygirl in Playful Prada Campaign

Nicole Kidman may star in the new erotic thriller Babygirl, but her co-star, Harris Dickinson, is capturing hearts in his latest Prada campaign. Shot by Steven Meisel and creatively directed by Ferdinando Verderi, Dickinson showcases pieces from Prada’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection, including tailored dress shirts, slacks, and cardigans paired with luxurious leather handbags.

This week in fashion has been filled with exciting collaborations, innovative concepts, and inspiring campaigns that set the tone for 2025. Stay tuned for more updates!

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