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The audacity of achievement is beautifully illustrated in the story of LUAR's Raul Lopez, whose show has been one of the most anticipated at New York Fashion Week for several seasons and counting. Having discovered the power of stepping away when necessary, his process is one we can all learn from when it comes to fueling our own dreams and rediscovering our sense of purpose. The miseducation of humility can all too easily convince us that playing small does anyone favors—or even that it might make us better people. But Raul? He's not here to ask for permission. Whether it's one of his designs becoming a cultural phenomenon or the media spectacle surrounding his shows, the New York native has brought a newfound excitement to what has often been considered a somewhat staid schedule for the city's fashion week. Ahead of his next show, we sit down with the designer to learn how one might weave a world as wide-reaching as his, the irrelevance of things like social class, and to better understand the reality of a life where dreams come true. "I don't care who you are. I don't care if you're a celebrity. I don't care where you come from—if you're from the hood—I treat everyone the same. And I think you can see that at my show." - Raul Lopez Episode Highlights: A New York native of Dominican descent, Raul Lopez first came onto the fashion scene by launching the brand Hood by Air with Shayne Oliver in 2006 before going on to launch his own brand, LUAR, in 2011. After leaving HBA, Raul spent time living in the Dominican Republic while seeking to connect with his cultural roots beyond being part of the diaspora. Raul has always found sanctuary in visits to his grandmother's home, where she has an entire room set up as an altar. He still goes there before his shows every season to this day. Spirituality, rather than religion, remains one of the cornerstones of his creative process. Growing up in Brooklyn, Raul's creative inspirations have been drawn from an array of cultural reference points and figures, ranging from Hasidic Jews to the sex workers he often saw on the streets as a kid. Initially naming his brand LUAR as a strategic move to avoid preconceived notions associated with a Latino name, Raul eventually decided it was time to embrace being Raul—not just LUAR—leaning into the wealth of creativity and culture he grew up in rather than shying away from it. Culture is currency, and learning to live as your true, authentic self becomes currency. Raul has built his brand with this mindset. After spending too much time trying to prove himself—designing despite never having received a formal education—Raul realized he had become depressed and no longer wanted to be in fashion. During this time away, living in the Cayman Islands, he discovered the powerful force of self-love and returned with a renewed perspective. Raul views his brand as a platform—not just for himself but for others—seeing his designs as catalysts that help people discover their own truths. Encouraging his team to step away when needed, Raul emphasizes the importance of learning who you are, loving who you are, and letting go of the fear that taking a break means being forgotten. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On day five of The Run-Through's NYFW Shark Week coverage, we revisit an interview with Luar's Raul Lopez. Chioma and Raul discuss his beginnings in fashion (co-founding Hood By Air with Shayne Oliver), the Ana bag (the bag everyone is wearing), and what it feels like closing NYFW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome to Topped Dawg Entertainment. This week, Jimmy and Larry are getting together on a beautiful day to do what else but podcast indoors about their new favorite sneakers, the week in celebrity cock watching, aquatic foreplay, marrying into a family of seamstresses, vomiting in your mask, best laid Valentine's Day plans, milk baths, being a little baby boy, balloons vs. flowers, remembering all the bad times, a proper Jackass Forever review plus some bonus film recommendations for all the cinephiles listening, ranking the Jackass franchise, the cultural low point of 3D movies, Super Bowl best bets, our favorite snacks for the big game, New Haven pizza, bowel movements, bidets, late stage capitalism ruining commercials, the return of Shayne Oliver, HBA's reign, NYFW memories, sitting next to NBA legends, more audience participation that you can shake a dick at and much more. For more Throwing Fits, check us out on Patreon: www.patreon.com/throwingfits. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
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Brought to you by "Twisted Nerve" by Bernard Herrmann. Originally aired on Montez Press Radio 10/24/21.
As Men’s fashion week comes to a close, we review some of the more distinct presentations, including, Dior with Kim Jones’s collab with artist Amoako Boafo, as well as reviewed the Jacquemus and Etro collections. Additionally, we also get into discussing the historic precedent of Viola Davis’s recent Vanity Fair cover and editorial shot by Dario Calmese, the first Black photographer to shoot for the publication’s physical magazine cover. In the extended version through Patreon, we also break down the recent Prada men’s show, the rebirth of Shayne Oliver’s Hood by Air, celebrate the legendary Paisley Park home of the incomparable musician Prince, and the recent Elle article with Yara Shahidi, who donned some stunning Kenneth Ize ensembles. To hear the extended version, sign up for a membership on patreon.com/fashionvictimspod.
On this episode we look at Paris’ “phygital” fashion week, highlighting some of our favorite shows and listening to voicemails from people’s picks. Spoiler alert: the Kid Super hive came through heavy and left like a billion VMs talking about how dope his stop-motion show was. And yes, it was pretty sick. But first we dive into some of the week’s best releases, including a fire pair of collaborative ASICS from AFFIX that look super breathable and cushiony. The DC heads in us also eagerly await confirmation of the rumored Supreme x Nike Air Max Goadome boots (shouts to Wale) and rejoice in the announcement that Shayne Oliver’s Hood By Air label has made its triumphant return this week. Then we commiserate over the loss of Need Supply Co. and Totokaelo, two of the most legit stores to ever do it, as well as iconic venues like China Chalet and Kinfolk, two nightlife spots near and dear to Highsnobiety. Damn you Thanos! Relevant Links: AFFIX Gives ASICS’ Ultra Comfy Novablast a Makeover Jaden Smith’s First New Balance Sneaker Is Vegan-Friendly New Fragment x Air Jordan 3 Colorway Rumored to Drop This Fall Dior x Jordan Collection In-Store Release Canceled in the United States A Supreme x Nike Air Max Goadome Is Rumored to Drop This Year First Look: Salehe Bembury x New Balance 2002 The Great (and Not So Great) Men’s Shows From ‘Phygital’ Fashion Week Dior Collaborates with Ghanaian Artist Amoako Boafo for SS21 Hood By Air is Officially Coming Back This Thursday 4 Teenagers Charged With Pop Smoke’s Murder, 2 Could Face the Death Penalty Need Supply Co. and Totokaelo Will Close Permanently The NEXT 20: The Brands and Cultural Pioneers Shaping Youth Culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inge Grognard is the most groundbreaking and influential make-up artist in contemporary fashion, but working for Balenciaga or Marc Jacobs hasn't dampened her love for the underdog one bit. Taking a quick break from flying from one international set to another, Grognard visits the loft to recount her days as a young teen meeting her best friend who also happened to be Martin Margiela's cousin, kickstarting a decades-long friendship and work-relationship with the designer himself. Dominique really wants to talk about the little known fact that Inge was present during the infamous 1986 Antwerp Six breakthrough at London Fashion Week, where she was solely in charge of make-up looks for the collections of each individual member, being Walter Van Beirendonck, Dries Van Noten, Dirk Van Saene, Dirk Bikkembergs, Marina Yee and Ann Demeulemeester. Inge shares memories from her whirlwind wedding at 23, her Adam and the Ants-inspired wedding look designed by Margiela of course and the beautiful book she made with her husband Ronald Stoops after 30 years of them collaborating. Inge and Dominique also get into Inge's love for collaborating with young innovators like Shayne Oliver from Hood By Air and Akeem Smith from Section 8 and when the international icon -as her close friend Dirk Van Saene once called her- discusses the intense emotions she experienced during what turned out to be the very last Maison Martin Margiela runway under the reign of Margiela himself, she confesses to one of her biggest regrets in life and how it informed a recent very difficult decision she had do make.
Inge Grognard is the most groundbreaking and influential make-up artist in contemporary fashion, but working for Balenciaga or Marc Jacobs hasn't dampened her love for the underdog one bit. Taking a quick break from flying from one international set to another, Grognard visits the loft to recount her days as a young teen meeting her best friend who also happened to be Martin Margiela's cousin, kickstarting a decades-long friendship and work-relationship with the designer himself. Dominique really wants to talk about the little known fact that Inge was present during the infamous 1986 Antwerp Six breakthrough at London Fashion Week, where she was solely in charge of make-up looks for the collections of each individual member, being Walter Van Beirendonck, Dries Van Noten, Dirk Van Saene, Dirk Bikkembergs, Marina Yee and Ann Demeulemeester. Inge shares memories from her whirlwind wedding at 23, her Adam and the Ants-inspired wedding look designed by Margiela of course and the beautiful book she made with her husband Ronald Stoops after 30 years of them collaborating. Inge and Dominique also get into Inge's love for collaborating with young innovators like Shayne Oliver from Hood By Air and Akeem Smith from Section 8 and when the international icon -as her close friend Dirk Van Saene once called her- discusses the intense emotions she experienced during what turned out to be the very last Maison Martin Margiela runway under the reign of Margiela himself, she confesses to one of her biggest regrets in life and how it informed a recent very difficult decision she had do make.
On the 5th Episode of Kerwin Frost Talks, Kerwin gets the tea from the legends Shayne Oliver & Ian Isiah of Hood by Air! Sponsored by our friends at Cash App!
For Corporate Lunch’s half-century special, Noah, Rachel, and Sam trace men’s obsession with carrying stuff around in bags, from the tote era to the current “it bag” moment. They also discuss Virgil Abloh’s GQ Style cover, what Shayne Oliver and Hood By Air’s return to fashion means, and break down the big homie Bruno Sialleli’s debut collection for Lanvin. Read GQ Style's oral history of Virgil Abloh here: https://www.gq.com/story/virgil-abloh-cover-story-spring-2019 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
For Corporate Lunch's half-century special, Noah, Rachel, and Sam trace men's obsession with carrying stuff around in bags, from the tote era to the current “it bag” moment. They also discuss Virgil Abloh's GQ Style cover, what Shayne Oliver and Hood By Air's return to fashion means, and break down the big homie Bruno Sialleli's debut collection for Lanvin. Read GQ Style's oral history of Virgil Abloh here: https://www.gq.com/story/virgil-abloh-cover-story-spring-2019 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
I think we are very close to the bottom of the property market – if not already there. In fact, I believe that price growth next year will be positive. I appreciate that this prediction is contrary to most, if not all the predictions in the marketplace – most notably AMP Capital’s chief economist, Shayne Oliver predicted last week that property will fall by a further 15%. I explain my view below.Predictions are worthlessThe largest and longest study of expert predictions was undertaken by Professor Philip Tetlock in 2003. He studied 82,000 predictions over 25 years by 300 selected experts. Tetlock concludes that expert predictions were only slightly more accurate than random guesses e.g. coin tosses. Interestingly, experts with a greater media profile tended to do worse than their relatively unknown peers – which maybe suggests you should give more weight to my prediction than Shayne Oliver’s above.
On a very special holiday episode recorded on Thanksgiving Night, Patrik and Paul are joined by Shayne Oliver and the Ghost of Christmas past to read their sisters, battle over rap queens, take on the homophobic wokeness apparatus, and kick off Black Friday with recommendations for movies, gay incest thrillers, celebrities to unfollow, and much, much, more (way too much, actually). Don't @ us. This conversation never happened.
Siblings who grew up above the family store in Paris. They learned their trade from learned from their grandfather who founded the company and their father who remains as Chairman and guiding light. Jean Cassegrain and Sophie Delafontaine have brought in Kate Moss, Tracy Emin, Alexa Chung, Hood By Air’s Shayne Oliver and now Kendall Jenner, so they’re quietly getting radical. Hear their secrets and some fabulous French accents