The Loop Issue Nine
WHO:
Jeremy Scott Leaves Moschino
After ten years as creative director, Jeremy Scott is leaving Moschino. Scott is known for his playful take on fashion and his ironic, humorous designs. Following Alesandro Michele’s departure from Gucci at the end of last year, Scott’s move marks another major shift in Italian fashion and as of now, a successor has not been determined. Here are some of our favorite Jeremy Scott design moments that embody his comical and whimsical style.
Via Vogue
Lizzo Launches Lingerie Brand “Yitty”
On March 30th, Lizzo announced that her clothing company will be releasing a gender-affirming shapewear line called “Your Skin.” The collection will include binders and tucking thongs for all gender identities. Yitty is receiving backlash, however, from a trans-owned garment brand called Urbody which is claiming that no one from the trans community was consulted during the creation of the new clothing line.
WHAT:
Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Center Opens
Last weekend, the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Center launched its grand opening in Mumbai, India. The NMACC is a cultural space created to highlight Indian culture and create a community through a love of the arts. Celebrities gathered together to celebrate the opening of the cultural center and their looks did not disappoint. Here are some of our favorites.
Via Insider
Metaverse Fashion Week
Last week, Decentraland, a three-dimensional virtual world, became the next big fashion capital as the host of Metaverse Fashion Week. Over 60 brands including Coach, Tommy Hilfiger, and Dolce & Gabbana participated in showcasing new virtual collections and activations. Click here to learn more about some of the unique and groundbreaking digital events.
WHERE: (HINT… IT’S ANN ARBOR):
Last week, we launched the sixth annual Michigan Fashion Media Summit. We kicked off the summit with our Thursday Night Launch Party in the University of Michigan Museum of Art and on Friday, we welcomed over 600 Michigan students to tune into our incredible speaker panels. Check out our feature in the Michigan Daily and look out for a full MFMS 2023 recap coming soon on The Stitch!
The weekend was nothing short of amazing, and none of it would have been possible without our amazing sponsors:
Saks Fifth Avenue
Since 1924, Saks Fifth Avenue has stood the test of time as a premier destination for luxury fashion. Saks provides both an exceptional in-store and online shopping experience, offering brands like Chanel, Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, Ganni, and hundreds of others. The store offers personal styling services, online shopping filters, and even virtual live streamed fashion panels. There is truly no shopping experience like Saks, and we are so grateful to have had Saks as a presenting sponsor for our 2023 summit!
Bivouac
An integral Ann Arbor shopping destination since 1971, Bivouac offers students and locals alike a wide selection of men’s and women’s wear featuring brands like Aviator Nation, Moussy denim, A Gold E, Mother, Free City, Boys Lie, Kiehls, Velvet, and Faherty. Check out their new collection here and social media here! Read more about Bivouac in our Stitch article!
Penny W. Stamps School of Art and Design
The Stamps School of Art and Design is home to Michigan’s creative community. With an overarching emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion, Stamps offers students the chance to explore a variety of different artistic mediums to become the future leaders of their creative industries. Read our Stitch article to learn more about Stamps and upcoming events!
Rowan
If you’ve been craving a new ear piercing, Rowan is the place for you. All of Rowan’s piercings are done by licensed nurses and all piercing products are hypoallergenic. Rowan’s ensures that your piercing experience is fun, exciting, and as safe as possible. Read more about Rowan in our Stitch article!
Hoppn
In today’s world, there is a lot of pressure on the consumer — to buy from small businesses, to shop sustainably, and first and foremost, to know how to do all of this. Hoppn makes this easy by centralizing and curating unique and sustainable brands all in one place. Hoppn offers helpful filters to aid consumers in finding their own style identity. To create your Hoppn profile and begin shopping without pressure, click here, and to learn more read our Stitch article here!
Gracious Mfg,
The NYC-based brand produces unique, illustrative designs that balance nostalgia with today's cultural zeitgeist. In 2013, founder Harry Epstein bought his first printing press which gave him the freedom to begin designing. The drive to create something people love is what has empowered him and given life to this brand for the past 10 years. “From a Basement to the World.” Click here to view the Gracious Mfg. collection.
WHY:
To inspire and educate the next generation of fashion industry leaders by connecting them to creative and professional opportunities across the retail world. The Michigan Fashion Media Summit is the premier platform for college students and industry professionals to collaborate and shape the future fabric of fashion.