Fashion Obsessions: Dua Lipa and Rosé for PUMA Speedcat, ECCO’s new Sunway Pyramid store and more

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2 Dec 2024 • 10:00 AM MYT
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It’s time for another edition of Fashion Obsessions! Come with us as we look at new stores, fresh releases and more.

Ludovica Mascheroni unveils the Essence line of bags

Attention to detail and artisanal workmanship have always been at the core of Ludovica Mascheroni — and the all-new Essence bag is a testament of that. Available in cognac, taupe and blue, the Essence bags are crafted in fine hammered leather. You can wear them as a shoulder bag or as a top handle. The Essence bags are also really easy to style; adding a touch of elegance to your ensemble. If you’re in Milan, you can find Ludovica Mascheroni’s flagship store at Via Gesù 13.

Learn more HERE.

Meet RIMOWA’s new seasonal Essential collection

Contrast is the name of the game with RIMOWA’s newest colours for its seasonal Essential collection. The German brand has unveiled the Nautical and Ginger colours — deep midnight blue and warm yellow hue respectively. In the new collection, you will find pieces such as the Cabin, Check-in L and Trunk Plus. Available now online and at RIMOWA boutiques throughout Malaysia, prices for the seasonal Essential collection range from RM1,200 (RIMOWA Toiletry Pouch Trifold Nautical) to RM6,900 (RIMOWA Essential Cabin Threshold).

Learn more HERE.

Dua Lipa and Rosé star in PUMA’s latest Speedcat campaign

The iconic PUMA Speedcat sneakers are seen on pop stars Dua Lipa and Rosé — the main characters of the brand’s latest campaign for the shoes. Wearing the PUMA Speedcat in both black and red colours, the artists mirror the spirit of adventure and self-expression that the sneakers are known for. First introduced 25 years ago, the PUMA Speedcat (priced at RM549) were re-imagined in 2024 for the zeitgeist — and will soon come in an all-new Pink Blush option.

Learn more HERE.

TWS is CELINE’s newest Brand Ambassadors

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Photo credit: CELINE

South Korean boy group TWS — comprising members Shinyu, Dohoon, Youngjae, Hanjin, Jihoon and Kyungmin — has been unveiled as CELINE’s newest Brand Ambassador. Known for hits such as ‘Plot Twist’, ‘If I’m S, Can You Be My N’ and ‘Last Festival’, TWS is a group under Pledis Entertainment.

Learn more HERE.

Dior unveils the reinvented New Bobby bag

With its half-moon shape and gilded metal “CD” initials, the New Bobby bag by Dior — designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri — is a true statement piece. Now available in stores, the Dior New Bobby bag is introduced in small and medium sizes; in Dior Oblique jacquard as well as beige, khaki and black.

Learn more HERE.

ECCO opens the doors to new store in Sunway Pyramid

ECCO’s Sunway Pyramid boutique marks its tenth here in Malaysia. Located on Level G of the renowned mall, the ECCO concept store with a minimalist Danish design houses the brand’s signature icons. They include the BIOM collection as well as other footwear equipped with ECCO FLUIDFORM™ DirectComfort Technology. In addition to Sunway Pyramid, ECCO can also be found in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Suria KLCC, The Exchange TRX, The Gardens Mall, IOI City Mall, Gurney Plaza, Queensbay Mall, SouthKey Mall in Johor Bahru and Imago Mall in Kota Kinabalu.

ECCO’s Managing Director Malaysia and Singapore, Benjamin Chin, on the new store: “Our new concept store at Sunway Pyramid is more than just a retail space; it’s a destination for our Malaysian customers to experience ECCO’s unique approach to footwear and leather goods. We’re excited to bring our innovative products and world-class craftsmanship closer to our loyal customers in Malaysia, providing them with a space where they can discover the essence of ECCO.”

Learn more HERE.

Bottega Veneta unveils Richard Scarry capsule collection

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Photo credit: Bottega Veneta

For the uninitiated, Richard Scarry is an American author known for his children’s books which includes his very own illustrations. Creative Director Matthieu Blazy has created a capsule collection inspired by ‘Biggest Word Book Ever’ — unveiling a printed Intrecciato cover in a 62.5 x 52.5 cm version. Inside, you will find a Bottega Veneta Ex Libris sticker. Completing the Richard Scarry capsule collection are a card holder, striped wallets, a belt with apple-shaped buckle, a striped belt and a special striped edition of the Intrecciato Dust Bag featuring Scarry’s colour palette.

Learn more HERE.

Here’s Balenciaga’s newest campaign for Le City Bag

Photographed by Lauren Greenfield, the all-new Le City Bag campaign showcases the iconic bag — known for its superfine lambskin and 25-panel construction. Personalities such as Paloma Elsesser, Dixie D’Amelio, Justine Skye, Livia Nunes Marques and Devon Lee Carlson can be seen on the front row of a fashion show with different variations of the Le City Bag. Available in various sizes, the bags are offered in metallized silver Arena lambskin as well as white, green, black, camel and petal pink Arena Storico lambskin.

Learn more HERE.

Fox Tailor and byThian collaborate on limited edition Lunar New Year collection