August is the month of summer fun, sizzling temperatures and lazy days by the pool, so what better way to celebrate than treating your summer wardrobe to the hottest new pieces? We’ve got the round-up of all the fire fashion launches of the month to get you caught up and looking fresh.
Ganni x Levi’s ‘Grow Up’ collection
Two iconic brands teaming together? A summer treat indeed. Ganni and Levi’s ‘Grow Up’ collection is a bright, playful capsule of relaxed denim and dresses perfect for those balmy summer days as shown on the campaign featuring much-loved blogger Emma Chamberlain. Made using over 60 percent sustainable materials and water-saving techniques, the collection debuted as part of Ganni’s SS23 Copenhagen Fashion Week show, and is operating on a see-now, buy-now basis so get shopping!
Skims: Perforated Seamless
Workup a sweat in the hot-new Skims Perforated Seamless collection. Sporty meets sexy in
these form-fitting, lightweight mesh cuts. The size-inclusive line, available from XXS-4X, comes
in five colours and is perfect for working out or incorporated into a killer outfit.
KFC x Hype
This is the collab we fast-food fans didn’t know we needed. Fried chicken legend KFC teamed up with streetwear brand Hype to create a spicy range to turn up the heat this season. The exclusive 47-piece collection features all your wardrobe essentials inspired by KFC’s history, menus and slogans including bralettes, tees, joggers, jackets, bucket hats and bags to have you looking flaming hot.
KFC X HYPE Bomber Jacket
KFC X HYPE BRALET
KFC X HYPE Backpack
KFC X HYPE Reversible Jacket
Zara: Atelier collection 02
Highstreet hero Zara’s Atelier collections focus on a single garment to bring an artistic, carefully constructed take on a women’s wardrobe essential. The second limited-edition instalment revolves around dresses, reinterpreted in five different ways using rich fabrics and metallic embellishments for a slightly punk yet refined feel that can be worn for a multitude of occasions.
Vans x Em on Holiday
Emma Mulholland on Holiday, the cult Aussie label known for its vacation-ready clothing and swimwear collaborated with the go-to skater-girl sneaker brand Vans on a genderless head-to-toe capsule featuring bright colours and quirky prints to extend your summer vacay.
The RealReal: ReCollection 04
The RealReal, a trusted online marketplace for luxury consignment, ReCollection program uses traditional embroidery and mending techniques to create one-of-a-kind garments, such as embroidered tops and linen dresses with contrast stitching, to promote a more eco-friendly approach to fashion – but hurry, stock is limited and when it’s gone it’s gone!
The Real Real Camisole Top
The Real Real Embroidered Sweater
Carly Cushnie for Starling
Carly Cushnie, the New York-based designer whose fans include Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, and Selena Gomez, brought her creative touch to the jewellery world in a collaboration with Starling. The exclusive five-piece collection, named ‘Where the Ocean Meets the Sky’ is perfect for summer as it’s inspired by horizons, cultures and coasts. The finery is sustainably made in L.A. using 100 percent recycled solid 14k gold, then set with aquamarine and diamond – we don’t mind if we do.
Words By Emily Hemsley
Header Image – Skims
