Since it was created in 1993, the aura of exclusivity of the “A Bathing Ape” brand has allowed it to thrive. Hip-Hop-inspired wide trousers, urban camouflaged prints, and fun simian motifs characterize the label, which is affectionately known among its disciples as BAPE. The Longevity of the brand is impressive: in the ephemeral world of streetwear, 24 years is a
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I’m going to start a series of very detailed postings about the history of several fashion designers and fashion houses. Both dedicated to men and women. Fashion is seen, more than ever, as a form of communication and personal expression. It is very important to know who is behind the pieces we choose to wear. Today’s consumer is increasingly well informed
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I always like to know a bit more about brands in general, especially the ones that make my eyes sparkle! Libertine-Libertine called my attention on my last fashion research trip to New York City last March, and I had it on my agenda to write about them since then. Their pieces are strong, extravagant and fun. I am also a big fan
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I present to you – Missoni Baia, a luxury residential tower in Edgewater, Miami. I have the pleasure to sell this amazing project designed by the internationally acclaimed New York firm Asymptote Architecture, built by OKO Group and with a touch of relaxed luxury by the legendary Italian fashion house Missoni. This building consists of 146 bayfront residences, 200 feet of waterfront
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My favorite part of doing research on my trips for fashion is discovering new labels. Recently in Amsterdam, I discovered the classy men shoe brand called Church´s. A high-end English footwear manufacturer founded in 1873 by Thomas Church and his three sons. Precisely from Northhamptom, England an estimated production capacity of 5,000 pairs per week, 70% of which are exported all
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