Summary
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High-profile pairings dominate the week, including Balenciaga x Damien Hirst’s “Damienciaga,” Rimowa joining Maison Margiela, On partnering with Erewhon,
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Gentle Monster previews its innovative intelligent eyewear line, and JW Anderson unveils its holiday collection.
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Our Legacy inaugurates an eclectic Tokyo flagship.
Gentle Monster Intelligent Eyewear Collection Revealed in NYC Preview
Gentle Monster
Backed by Google and Samsung, Gentle Monster is officially entering the tech space, unveiling its full Intelligent Eyewear Collection at an exclusive New York City public preview running from November 13 to November 23, 2026. Fronted by Joaquin Phoenix, the launch signals a major shift toward smart wearables for the avant-garde optical brand. Pre-orders for the 16 styles, including optical and tinted lenses, opened today, offering early access to the highly anticipated smart eyewear.
On x Erewhon’s “Fuel Your Energy” Collection Is Built for Both Runs and Grocery Hauls
On X Erewhon
Swiss activewear brand On teamed up with premium grocer Erewhon for the “Fuel Your Energy” Fall/Winter 2026 collection. Designed for daily activity from track sessions to errand runs, the lineup includes technical running apparel alongside relaxed lifestyle staples like cargo pack totes, Club Collective hoodies, and co-branded sports bras. The collection utilizes Erewhon’s signature understated, earthy color palette. A companion campaign highlights actual Angelenos navigating their daily wellness rituals, and the capsule is currently available in On stores and online.
RIMOWA Maison Margiela Limited-Edition Bianchetto Travel
Gentle Monster
RIMOWA and Maison Margiela have revealed their limited-edition Bianchetto travel collection. Merging the distinctive aesthetics of both luxury houses, the release fuses RIMOWA’s iconic grooved aluminum with Margiela’s avant-garde sensibilities. The collection prominently features collaborative takes on the Classic Cabin suitcase and the 5AC XL bag. The RIMOWA x Maison Margiela collection will be available starting November 19, 2026, at RIMOWA and Maison Margiela.
Balenciaga and Damien Hirst Unveil Limited-Edition Collaborative “Damienciaga” Collection
Gentle Monster
Balenciaga and renowned British artist Damien Hirst unveiled a limited-edition collaborative capsule cleverly dubbed “Damienciaga”. The exclusive release serves to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Balenciaga’s beloved Le City bag, infusing the classic silhouette with Hirst’s distinctive visual motifs. Following his recent cashmere partnership with Barrie in October, the collection continues Hirst’s exploration of fashion as wearable art. The collection is now available online at Balenciaga.
Our Legacy Fuses Scandinavian Folk, ’70s Punk, and Brutalism in New Tokyo Flagship
Our Legacy
Swedish label Our Legacy officially opened the doors to its new Tokyo flagship store in Shibuya-ku on November 8, 2026. The retail space features contrasting design elements, blending Scandinavian folk heritage with ’70s punk artifacts and brutalist architecture. Visitors can explore an eclectic, museum-like interior featuring custom silk curtains stained with coffee, kinetic sculptures by Tobias Bradford, and a reconstructed lavatory fitting room. In addition to housing full ready-to-wear lines, the location features a dedicated WORK SHOP atelier focused on upcycling deadstock textiles.
JW Anderson Unveils Whimsical Holiday 2026 Campaign Set Inside Strawberry Hill House
Jw Anderson
JW Anderson introduced a new campaign for the Holiday 2026 season. Shot on location within the historic and ornate Strawberry Hill House, the imagery sets a whimsical tone. The festive editorial primarily highlights Jonathan Anderson’s latest collaborative efforts with iconic Scottish knitwear brand Pringle of Scotland, where oversized argyle patterns, floral motifs, and intricate intarsia knitting bring rich color and texture to the wider selection.
