It’s been three seasons since the Ready-To-Wear collections were presented live. We could not be more excited for the return of our semi-annual feature, PRET-A-SPORTER! From the runways of New York, London, Milan, and Paris, we present the sportiest looks for Spring 2022:
Fashion hits the trail for fall 2021 inspired by the great outdoors. We bring the season’s style essentials together in this collection, and the gear to go with it!
CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: L.L. BEAN X TODD SNYDER. Todd Snyder has partnered with L.L.Bean again with the Upta Camp collection, putting his signature fashion spin on their heritage classics.
DECATHLON 2-SECOND WATERPROOF TENT $79 -$199. As easy to put up as it is to take down, Decathlon 2-Second tents are waterproof and wind resistant, tested under tropical rain and in 30 mph winds, for stress-free camping getaways.
NOCS PROVISIONS ZOOM TUBE 8×32 MONOCULAR TELESCOPE $75. Bring nature in for a closer look with the Nocs Provisions Monculars. Pocket sized and ready for adventure, they are rugged and water resistant in rain, fog, or snow. 4x zoom multiplier changes focus of the lens and converts for a microscopic view.
TOPO DESIGN QUICK PACK $69. Sling it over your shoulder or wear it around your waist, the rugged Topo Designs Quick Pack is big enough for your daily essentials with a padded main compartment and internal organization pocket too. Read More
33-YEAR OLD SPECIAL OLYMPICS ATHLETE DANIEL FLETCHER IN DESIGN BY PARSONS SCHOOL OF DESIGN STUDENT WEIJING XIAO
PHOTOGRAPHS BY NIGEL BARKER
In January of 2020, a new course was introduced into the Parsons School of Design curriculum in partnership with Special Olympics. It was initiated through a connection with Special Olympics board member and fashion model Natalia Vodianova, and offered students the opportunity to create designs for Special Olympics athletes. Taking a collaborative approach, students and athletes worked to conceptualize, design, and create figure skating uniforms. The mission was to amplify the voice of Special Olympics across the world of sport, fashion, and education, and generate new possibilities for inclusion and social justice.
Proving so successful in its first year, the course was offered again in January of 2021. For this semester, students were given the assignment to design both tennis and track & field uniforms for the athletes. Celebrated fashion photographer and Special Olympics Champion Ambassador, Nigel Barker, served as a mentor throughout the design process. Read More
IMPALA QUAD SKATE MARAWA ROSE GOLD $119.95. These rose gold skates with marble wheels and a hologram finish are ready to party! Constructed with top-quality components, they can handle any street or rink in style.
MONTEC SCOPE GOGGLES $129. Hit the slopes this season in these new Scope goggles from Montec! High-style rose gold lenses are offset by a minimal cylindrical frame. Fully vented, dual-layer flat lenses prevent fogging, and lens-lock system makes swapping lenses a cinch.
CASIO G-SHOCK GMWB5000GD-4 $600. The GMWB5000GD-4 is the newest model in the G-SHOCK premium Full Metal Series, and the first to feature a rose gold ion plated finish. It comes equipped with Bluetooth Connectivity and self-adjusting time/date display.
SUPREME X THE NORTHFACE METALLIC BOREALIS BACKPACK $399. From the SS18 collaboration collection with The North Face and Supreme, this special edition of the iconic Borealis Backpack is still available on select resale sights like Stock-X and GOAT. Read More
LEFT COLUMN: ALPHA INDUSTRIES SMALL FLYING A LOW HAT $30; RICK OWENS DRKSHDW FLAP-POCKET DRAWSTRING TRACK PANTS $650; NILI LOTAN RAYNE COTTON HOODED SWEATSHIRT $275
CENTER COLUMN: LOEWE 56MM SQUARE AVIATOR SUNGLASSES $430; POLO RALPH LAUREN RL COTTON JERSEY TEE $68; MOUNTAINSMITH CLEAR CREEK 25 $99.95
RIGHT COLUMN: IESEL CROPPED REVERSIBLE BOMBER JACKET $535; TIMEX ARCHIVE NAVI LAND $139; CONVERSE CHUCK TAYLOR ALL STAR LUGGED $70
Skateboarding has made its Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2021 games with stars like Brazil’s Leticia Bufoni, Team USA’s Nyjah Huston, and Sky Brown, Team GB’s 13-year old prodigy. Here at home, Venice Beach is the mecca of skate culture, and in this style judged and style driven sport, and we’re picking up the California vibes these skaters are putting down.
CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: PALACE SKATEBOARDS X JEURGEN TELLER TOTE $150; VENICE BEACH SKATE PARK; NIKE SB X PARRA TEAM USA JERSEY; 6 TIME X GAMES GOLD MEDALIST, TEAM BRAZIL’S LETICA BUFONI; HERMES CHEETAH SKATEBOARD $6800; KURT COBAIN SUNGLASSES $10.99; TEAM USA CORY JUNEAU IN GOLDEN GOOSE CUSTOM OLYMPIC SNEAKERS; AMIRI 3 STAR TRUCKER HAT; VANS TRIPPY FLORAL SK-8 HI 38 DECON SF; PALM ANGELS MIAMI LOGO FLARED TRACKPANTS
LEFT COLUMN: GIVENCHY MARSHMELLOW SLIDE $375. Crafted from molded rubber, these cutout slides are sporty chic and ultra-comfy from the beach to the gym to the street.
KEEN ASTORIA WEST OPEN TOE SANDALS $100. Clearly where Balenciaga got their inspiration, the Keen Astoria is a stylishly sturdy, water-ready sandal. Heel lift adds a more athletic stance on the trail and an elevated look for town.
OOFOS OOLALA FLIP FLOPS $59.95. These recovery sandals feature a patented sole and footbed with 37% more impact absorption. Molded rubber design looks as good as it feels.
NIKE ASUNA $45. Bridging sport and fashion, the Nike Asuna Slide transitions effortlessly between worlds with its versatile style and comfort.
BIRKENSTOCK 1774 COLLECTION ARIZONA $430. The original molded footbed sandal, Birkenstocks are always in style. The 1774 Collection presents a new level of craftsmanship, uniting luxury and comfort in a sophisticated monochromatic design. Read More
Swim fins, paddleboards, dive watches, and more… jump and cool off with these summer essentials made to get wet! It’s play all day style on land and sea.
LEFT COLUMN: BODY GLOVE RAPTOR PLUS 10’8″ INFLATABLE PADDLEBOARD PACKAGE $999. Ultra-portable, durable, and fun, you’ve got everything you need for a great day on the water in this inflatable stand up paddleboard package. Paddling on the lake, catching some waves, and even for yoga, the Body Glove Raptor Plus is an incredibly versatile and stable board for all levels. Package includes dual-action hand pump with gauge, adjustable three-piece paddle, backpack for transport and storage, cell phone dry pouch, ankle leash, and repair kit.
SPERRY FLOAT BOAT SHOE $44.95. The original boat shoe is reimagined with a ;buoyant construction that floats, and features portholes for drainage and breathability. Available in a wide variety of bright summer colors, the Float is made to play all day, on the water and off.
CENTER COLUMN: PERFECT MOMENT MESH SPORT BIKINI $175. Paddle out and drop in, this surf ready two piece is crafted with the highest quality Italian Carvico performance swim fabric, and features mesh side panels, cap sleeves, and stay in place trim. Read More
From tennis looks strutting down the runway, to capsule collections with heritage and sport brands, to design your own polos… everywhere you look, it’s country club cool for summer!
LEFT COLUMN: DAVID KOMA SS21. David Koma’s love for the game was obvious in his tennis themed Spring 2021 collection, the presentation for which was even set on a tennis court.
KULE WOMEN’S TENNIS SOCKS $28. Mix and match point with these vintage-inspired logo socks from the Kule Tennis Club collection.
J.PRESS CABLE KNIT TENNIS SWEATER $495. This classic cable knit tennis sweater is made in Scotland from 100% lambswool and trimmed in red and blue stripes for a sporty look that’s always in style.
BOAST 6 PANEL HAT $40. Available in a wide assortment of colors, the Boast cotton twill cap is a signature piece in this heritage tennis collection, embroidered with the brand’s Japanese maple leaf insignia. Read More
Surf, swim, paddle… Take the plunge this summer with these graphic and sporty swimsuits! From long sleeve to cap sleeve, bikini to tank suit, pick the cut and color to show off your form, in and out of the water!
ROW 1: THE ATTICO METALLIC SWIMSUIT $388; MEDINA SURFER TOP $210 & BOTTOM $165; AGENT PROVOCATEUR IZARO BIKINI BRIEFS $155 & TOP $180
ROW 2: CYNTHIA ROWLEY NAZARE COLORBLOCK SURFSUIT $215; STELLA MCCARTNEY BIKINI TOP $176 & DEFENDER BIKINI SHORTS $159; LISA MARIA FERNANDEZ JASMINE MAILLOT $370
It’s blue skies ahead for spring! A color known for its soothing vibes, we could all use these chill shades of blue right now!
CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: ELECTRA TANDEM SUPER DELUXE $1359.99. It’s double the fun and double the style on this bicycle built for two. With its aqua and cream, step-over and step-thru wave of a frame, you’re sure to turn heads as you cruise in tandem.
SOLID SURFBOARDS PESCADOR $745-895. This versatile midlength surfboard, with its classic swallow tail, can hold the face, turn on a dime, and maintain speed down the line, whether the waves are firing or more on the mushy side.
7 DAYS ACTIVE TWO LAYER SPORTBRA $75. This racerback sportbra layers a stretchy and supportive outer, with a contrast mesh inner, for a look doubles as a playful cropped top.
POLO RALPH LAUREN FLEECE SWEATPANTS $110. Polo’s take on this off-duty staple is made from ultrasoft fleece and finished with embroidered Pony logo. Besides this summery blue, these sweats are available in lots more great colors too. Read More
LEFT COLUMN: PRO-KEDS ROYAL LO $59.95; VANS AUTHENTIC CORE CLASSICS $49.95; PF FLYERS CENTER LO $54.95; SUPERGA 2750 COTU CLASSIC $65
RIGHT COLUMN: CONVERSE JACK PURCELL $65; TRETORN NYLITE PLUS $65; REEBOK CLUB C COAST $60; CONVERSE CHUCK TAYLOR ALL-STAR $50
On the yoga mat, a baseball cap, a pair of joggers and more, everywhere you look, it’s denim head to toe. Indigo, stonewashed, printed, patchwork, and stitched… anything goes and it all goes together for Spring 2021!
LEFT COLUMN: MARINE SERRE PRINTED DENIM JACKET $960. What once was jeans is now a multi-tonal, multi-panel jacket of different denim washes, printed with a repeating white crescent moon motif.
RAG & BONE MIRAMAR TROMPE ‘L’OIEL COTTON JOGGER $225. Is it a jean? Is it a sweatpant? You’ll have everyone fooled in these ultra-soft terry, denim printed joggers! Available in two shades, a dark and light wash shown here.
MARC JACOBS THE DENIM JOGGER $275. These ’70s inspired leather and denim running shoes are designed for pure style, because as the printed tongue reads,“The Marc Jacobs sports shoes are not manufactured for world champion athletes because we do not know the first thing about sports”. Read More
Ballet style takes center stage for spring from fashion and athleisure brands alike. Shades of pink and black, wraps and ties, body hugging and loose fit, everyday ballet blends elegance and functionality. Leotards, wrap sweaters, ballet flats, and other staples in the dancer’s kit, have long been a favorite with designers who have reimagined these pieces with their own fashion spin. Perfect for training, lounging, or out and about, here are a few of our favorites, along with some “inspired by” fitness pieces too!
COLUMN 1 FROM LEFT: BALA BANGLES 1 LB. WEIGHTS $49; LIVE THE PROCESS CRESCENT BODY SUIT $220; ADIDAS X9000L4 RUNNING SHOES now $104; COLUMN 2: TROPIC OF C MOVEMENT MUSE TOP now $79; EBERJEY GISELE SLOUCHY SET $135; COLUMN 3: SPLITS59 ZOEY COTTON TERRY HOODIE now $74; REEBOK X VICTORIA BECKHAM STRETCH SHORTS $90; PRISM2 MINDFUL STRETCH JERSEY CROPPED TOP $59; SKIN CASHMERE BALLET FLAT SLIPPERS $98; NIKE TEMPO LUXE RUN DIVISION SHORTS $58.97; COLUMN 4: PRADA BOW LEATHER BALLET FLATS $557; GUCCI SCOOP NECK CASHMERE BLEND BODYSUIT $1300; KORAL FAVOR INFINITY TIE SPORTS BRA $80; ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY YOGA MAT $60
SERENA WILLIAMS AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2021
The 2021 tennis season is officially underway. The first Grand Slam tournament of the year, the Australian Open, is now in session and Serena Williams has come to play! Going for her record tying 24th Grand Slam title (with Margaret Court), she is making as big a statement with her Flo-Jo inspired, one-legged catsuit as she is with her powerful shots. But this is not the first time Serena has donned a catsuit for a major tournament. There was the controversial all black one she wore at the 2018 French Open that would have catsuits banned in the future at Roland Garros.
The catsuit has long been a symbol of female empowerment, strength, and sexuality that has a history in sports, music, and Hollywood. You don’t want to mess with a woman in a catsuit! Here is a look at some of the most iconic catsuits and the women who rocked them! Read More
Famed Japanese contemporary illustrator, Hajime Sorayama, has teamed up with Mizuno to transform its iconic WAVE PROPHECY sneaker into a work of art that is the WAVE PROPHECY SORAYAMA. Sorayama is best known for the erotic machinery of his Sexy Robot series and has added his signature highly stylized, slick and shiny layer to the futuristic evolution of this running shoe.
The most distinctive element of the WAVE PROPHECY SORAYAMA is the sole, already unique its design, which showcases the intersection of Mizuno’s technology with Sorayama’s creative vision. Sorayama wanted the sneaker to inspire “floating in the air” and the resulting design gives the impression it might actually lift off and fly.
This collaboration with Sorayama and Mizuno was not their first. The two teamed up previously on the design of prosthetic running blade called the KATANAΣ, also rendered in his shiny silver, and perhaps even more so embodying his Sexy Robots.
The WAVE PROPHECY SORAYAMA will be available for early release at 2G Tokyo and 2G Osaka on January 30, and at Dover Street Market Ginza and KITH Tokyo on February 6. The shoe is priced at ￥38,500 JPY (approximately $370 USD).
And the winner is… Ultimate Gray and Illuminating yellow! Every year Pantone selects a color they feel embodies the spirit of the year ahead. For 2021, they selected two colors. Practical and sturdy meets warm and optimistic in the union of PANTONE 17-5104 Ultimate Gray and PANTONE 13-0647 Illuminating. The message is strength and positivity. This collection brings those colors together as well, and although our shades may vary, we see how yellow and gray go together beautifully!
LEFT COLUMN: CAROLYN ROWAN TWO TONE RIBBED CASHMERE BEANIE $195. Working both the yellow and gray, this cashmere beanie is topped with a faux fur pom for a luxuriously sporty look and feel.
TORY BURCH MERINO FAIR ISLE SWEATER $298. Cozy up in this citrus Fair Isle Sweater, a playful nod to vintage après-ski style. This chunky knit goes from the slopes to the street for a bright and cheery look on cold winter days.
THOM BROWNE 4-BAR STRIPE TRACK PANTS $650. For all day sporty style, these shades of gray Thom Brown striped sweatpants give varsity style a fashion upgrade. Read More
If you’re like many these days, you are riding your bike to work, run errands, or just get around town. There are certain basics you need on the road, especially as the weather turns cooler. A rain jacket, insulated layer, sunglasses, bike helmet, and more… here are a few chic and functional essentials to ride in style!
CLOCKWISE TOP LEFT: PATAGONIA NANO-AIR VEST $199. The versatile Patagonia Nano-Air vest is an essential layer for any sporty activity. It’s warm and stretchy, with lightweight breathable insulation to keep you warm, dry, and comfortable — on and off the bike.
LINUS PRONTO 10 BICYCLE $895. Linus bikes appeal to that sophisticated rider looking for classic style at a reasonable price. The Linus Pronto 10 is their premium commuter, and features 10 speeds with a trigger shifter, all-weather hydraulic disc brakes, premium alloy tubing — all in a sleek Matte Meteor package.
VELOCIO RECON SNAP JACKET $289. From chilly trail rides to your everyday commute, the Recon Snap Jacket has the technical features you need in a bike jacket with casual style for all-day wear. The Pertex Quantum Air shell provides wind protection, water-resistance, and mobility in an ultralight stretch weave, with Polartec insulation for breathable warmth. Available for men and women. Read More
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