Fashion Salutes Martin Parr, a Photographer Who Saw Glamour in the Gritty

Editor’s pick — Runway quick take: what stands out in this collection/campaign (silhouette, craftsmanship, materials, brand direction) in 1–2 lines. “Parr taught us that observation is an art in itself,” said the team at 1 Granary of the photographer who has died at 73. Source: wwd.com — original article published 2025-12-08 11:46:54. Read the full…

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Breaking News: Sotheby's Sale of the Audemars Piguet 'Grosse Pièce' Shatters Records, Becomes By Far Most Expensive Audemars Piguet At $7,736,000

Editor’s pick — Accessory quick take: key highlight (movement/specs for watches, materials/finish, limited run, pricing tier) in 1–2 lines. In a massive result for one of the most historically significant watches ever made by Audemars Piguet, the ‘Grosse Pièce’ No. 16869 blew the doors off the conservative $500,000 to $1,000,000 estimate in early-morning action at…

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New Balance 992 “Driftwood” Drops With Snakeskin Overlays On December 11th

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The New Balance 992 “Driftwood” keeps things calm at first glance, leaning on a mix of beige, tan, brown, and off-white that feels warm and familiar. Then the snakeskin hits you. It’s not a detail…

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Watch It: 'Wristwatch Revival' Restores A Rolex Deepsea That Was Heavily Damaged In The Palisades Fires

Editor’s pick — Accessory quick take: key highlight (movement/specs for watches, materials/finish, limited run, pricing tier) in 1–2 lines. One of my favorite YouTube channels, Wristwatch Revival, recently released a captivating video covering the extensive restoration of a Rolex Deepsea recovered from the remains of a home lost to the recent wildfires in California. Despite…

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Why Kahlil Joseph’s debut feature film is a must-see

Editor’s pick — Culture quick take: the cultural angle (trend signal, audience insight, crossover with fashion/music/art) in 1–2 lines. Filmmaker Kahlil Joseph’s debut feature film BLKNWS: Terms amp; Conditions defies categorisation. At once a work of documentary and speculative fiction, it is a wholly original cinematic work that spans multiple dimensions. A spaceship that melts…

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Reebok Pumps Up Nostalgia With Bold Omni Zone II “Wild Orange”

Editor’s pick — Sneaker quick take: why this release matters (design story, collab context, materials, drop outlook) in 1–2 lines. The Reebok Pump Omni Zone II “Wild Orange” brings back one of Reebok’s most recognizable basketball builds, and the color blocking feels straight out of the era that made the Pump famous. White leather sets…

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Hands-On: Nivada Grenchen F77 41mm Watch — Bigger And Better-Wearing?

Editor’s pick — Accessory quick take: key highlight (movement/specs for watches, materials/finish, limited run, pricing tier) in 1–2 lines. Here at the end of 2025, it feels like the watch enthusiast community is at the apogee of its obsession with smaller case sizes. As average new case sizes begin to shrink and avant-garde collectors search…

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