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Forbes
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
KidSuper Aims High With Louvre Show, Unveils Mercedes Collaboration
A massive book on the set of the KidSuper runway for Spring Summer 2026 collection, 'The Boy Who ... More Jumped The Moon' A KidSuper runway debut emphasizes the show in fashion show thanks to his highly creative manner of introducing his seasonal designs. This season founder Colm Dillane upped the ante on both as the Spring Summer 2026 collection was a joy to watch and ripe with creative, elevated designs. The Brooklyn-based creative's oeuvre also features variety, most aptly demonstrated by his many collaborations. This season as guests such as Nicholas Duvernay, Alton Mason and French Montana entered after hours at the Louvre's Musée des Art Décoratifs, they were immediately greeted by an unusual looking Mercedes Benz constructed from a patchwork exterior complete with helium balloons, antique luggage and wings—the result of KidSuper's participation in the German car makers Class of Creators program—on display for the first time. A look on the KidSuper runway for Spring Summer 2026 collection, 'The Boy Who Jumped The Moon' KidSuper and its founder Colm Dillane are the third of five 'Class of Creators' multi-collaboration partners to the Mercedes-Benz CLA program that merges automotive innovation with cultural storytelling through artistic collaborations. The fashion that followed included a new capsule collection based on the partnership between the Brooklyn-based fashion show and luxury car brand. It set the stage for the main event for his show entitled "The Boy Who Jumped Over the Moon," also the title of a children's book a la "Le Petit Prince," Dillane wrote, placed on each guest's seat. The designer has ambitions for publishing it on a large scale. It also became the show's staging. In theater seating orientation, guests faced a runway stage that had three two-story-high 'books' as a set. As the show began, attendants opened the first page of the first book as the story was read aloud by late-night TV personality Craig Ferguson. Models emerged from slits in the page's placed at varying heights, some requiring a branded movable staircase positioned to descend from. A Mercedes Benz car designed by KidSuper's Colm Dillane The clothes related to the various aspects of the boy dreaming of building a flying machine were highly decorative. For example, a yellow space suit, a navy woolen coat painted with the evening sky, a jacket with burn marks, and a suitcase blown out after an in-flight accident, and Dillane's personal favorite, a leather bomber emblazoned with the book cover jacket, illustrations from the book were also recreated on garments. Dillane told reporters backstage that a personal favorite was the 'explosion dress.' Soccer player Mario Balotelli closed the show in a grey fleece cargo pant and a patchwork leather bomber. Dillane took the complex production in stride. "It's about resources; the more successful you get, the more opportunities you get, the more money you have, and the more people you can work with," he said as he continued acknowledging the congratulatory sentiments post-show.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Designer KidSuper in interview on special World Cup kit
"This is definitely a 'pinch me' moment" After being born in New York in 1991 and studying math, he became known for his exceptional fashion designs and is, above all else, a huge soccer fan! Colm Dillane, better known as KidSuper, has already seen a lot in his career to date, with his designs making it to Paris Fashion Week, but working with PUMA on the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup was something altogether new. Advertisement Colm Dillane has designed special jerseys for all seven PUMA teams taking part in the World Cup, which started on Saturday, including our The Sound of Salzburg kit with its Edelweiß flower pattern! The brains behind our jersey visited us at our New Jersey base to take in a training session and speak to us in an interview about the background to this special project, which made its debut in our 2-1 win over CF Pachuca. Interview with Colm Dillane aka KidSuper Thanks so much for coming along to visit! Could you please tell us how Colm became KidSuper? "When I started making clothing – back than it was just T-Shirts – I was 14 years old and looked really young for my age. So I was always coming into high school selling my t-shirts and everybody was calling me 'kid' and 'little kid'. Because I was such a hustler and trying to make stuff happen, KidSuper kind of came – it was actually Super Kid at first and one day I switched it to KidSuper because I thought it would be a cool and interesting brand name. It stuck and I really like, because it makes me want to be a superhero – that pushes me to do amazing things!" Would you ever have imagined you would design a soccer jersey - or indeed several? "It's just insane, truly insane to me! I always wanted it though. I grew up playing soccer, in high school, in college and even after college. And I even won one of the skills challenges against some players after the training session! I pushed hard for this and it's crazy that it is real and even crazier that it's for seven clubs at the World Cup!" Was it your idea or PUMA's to make something special for the Club World Cup? "I have been working with Puma for five years and so for each meeting I would be like 'Hey, we should do more soccer stuff' and 'Hey, I am the most soccer-loving fashion designer' or even 'the best soccer playing fashion designer'. So after years and years of going back and forth with that, we finally started doing some soccer projects, and they decided to do this big project with me, which was just incredible." Advertisement What did you associate with Salzburg before the project, and how has that changed? "During the collaboration I did a lot of research on Salzburg, of course. So prior to that I just had a basic image of Austria, but I didn't know too much about the place. When I got to research all the different aspects of Salzburg and the music, the culture and all that stuff, I presented a couple of concepts, and it was the Edelweiß flower that really struck out. I thought the white color of the flower would be a very good print for a jersey because it is simple and still beautiful." I think you guys picked the correct one! How difficult was the design process until everyone was satisfied with it? "It took a long time actually, and longer than most people think. There was a lot of back and forth, and I presented very different concepts. There was the one with the flower, but there was also one based on the Salzburg nightlife, one based on the music of Salzburg and so it took a lot of discussions with PUMA and the teams. I probably designed 60 jerseys in total for the whole thing, for Salzburg there were around seven designs. I think you guys picked the correct one, though!" You have already achieved plenty in your career - where would you place designing the World Cup jerseys in it? "I think this is definitely a 'pinch me' moment where I don't realize it all right now, but I think in retrospect it will be just amazing. Even just in training, when I saw five of the players wearing my cleats that's just such a cool thing to see!" How different is this project from your other work? "I think there actually is a little bit more pressure when designing sports kits because there are so many people looking at it and also feeling connected to the jerseys, so you really want to honor and respect them, and really hope the fans also enjoy the design. When I am designing just for KidSuper I don't have to face this much scrutiny. I made sure to make it about the brand of the clubs, but to also bring myself into the design. Of course, I could have gone simpler with some graphic vector designs but I really wanted to make it something special and even collectable." Will we see you wearing our jersey beyond the World Cup? "For sure! I bought a lot of them for my own store to sell but I think I will keep a lot of them to myself. My store has a little KidSuper soccer field that we just built in it, and we will do tournaments there, so we will wear the jerseys for them." Second match v Al-Hilal free on DAZN! We made the perfect start in our new Club World Cup jersey. Our second test comes late on Sunday night (midnight Austrian time) against Al Hilal SFC. This along with all other matches in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is being broadcast for free worldwide by streaming service DAZN. You just need an account (which can also be registered with a subscription). register now!
Mid East Info
13-06-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
PAPA JOHNS LAUNCHES ITS FIRST-EVER CROISSANT PIZZA, GIVING PIZZA LOVERS THEIR FLAKIEST BITE EVER - Middle East Business News and Information
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Papa Johns is elevating the pizza experience with the global launch of its latest innovation: the all-new Croissant Pizza. The Croissant Pizza indulgently pairs the delicate, flaky texture of a buttery croissant with the bold flavors of Papa Johns pizza – bringing the brand's Better Ingredients. Better Pizza.® promise to life through craft, quality and innovation. A pizza this expertly crafted deserves to be delivered in cutting-edge artistic style. That's why Papa Johns has teamed up with KidSuper to design a limited-edition hot bag, the Papa Johns x Kid Super Hot Bag, inspired by the craftsmanship of the Croissant Pizza. Launching in nine markets, it will make its first appearance in the UAE. Paying homage to the classic pastry, the Croissant Pizza delivers a crisp, light and layered bite through a buttery braided, gloriously flaky crust. Customers can personalize their pizza with a choice of toppings for a flavor-packed bite. Chris Lyn-Sue, SVP Managing Director of International at Papa Johns said, 'As a brand built on innovation, distinction and quality, we're always looking to global food culture for inspiration – and turning it into exciting new experiences that stand out. We conducted extensive research to understand what consumers wanted from our next global innovation. Croissant Pizza scored highly across all markets.' 'We also explored the rise of croissant mashups in food culture – from the 'cronut' to the 'crookie' – and saw an opportunity to bring that same innovation to pizza. After a year in development, we're proud to unite two beloved icons into one craveable, delicious product that brings something fresh and exciting to the QSR category.' Known for concept-driven designs and a distinct visual language rooted in storytelling, KidSuper brings a playful yet elevated approach to the custom-designed Papa Johns hot bag, exclusively for the Croissant Pizza. The bag celebrates creativity and craftmanship, echoing both the artisanal spirit of the Croissant Pizza and Papa Johns commitment to quality. The bag's woven strap mirrors the handcrafted, tightly braided crust of the pizza, the zipper delicately curves in a crescent shape, and the soft edges mimic the fluffy folds of the iconic pastry. The Papa Johns x KidSuper Hot Bag will make its official debut later this month during Paris Fashion Week Men's Spring/Summer 2026 (SS26), as part of the KidSuper show. As the Croissant Pizza launches across the globe, the Papa Johns x KidSuper Hot Bag will hit runways, beaches and exhibitions in select markets. Select customers in these destinations who order Croissant Pizza may receive their delivery in the exclusive Papa Johns x KidSuper Hot Bag – and if it arrives at their door, it's theirs to keep. For Colm Dillane, designer and founder of KidSuper, the collaboration goes beyond fashion. 'KidSuper is a challenger brand – built on creativity, risk, and staying true to the soul of what we do,' he said. 'Papa Johns is the same. This isn't just another pizza launch – they're pushing boundaries with creativity and craftmanship. Whether you are baking a crust or chalking a cut, the process matters.' The Croissant Pizza is available now across the UAE from June 10 and will be available for a limited time in participating markets – from Korea and China to Chile and Peru.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Papa Johns introduces new Croissant Pizza
Restaurant chain Papa Johns has unveiled its latest global offering, the Croissant Pizza, which combines the flaky texture of a croissant with the brand's pizza flavours. The product is set to debut in nine markets, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) first to experience the new culinary creation. The Croissant Pizza aims to deliver a unique, layered bite with a braided flaky crust. The pizza can then be customised with various toppings. Papa Johns International senior vice-president and managing director Chris Lyn-Sue stated: "As a brand built on innovation, distinction and quality, we're always looking to global food culture for inspiration – and turning it into exciting new experiences that stand out. We conducted extensive research to understand what consumers wanted from our next global innovation. Croissant Pizza scored highly across all markets. "We explored the rise of croissant mashups in food culture – from the 'cronut' to the 'crookie' – and saw an opportunity to bring that same innovation to pizza. After a year in development, we're proud to unite two beloved icons into one craveable, delicious product that brings something fresh and exciting to the QSR [quick service restaurant] category.' Papa Johns has partnered with KidSuper to launch a limited-edition hot bag, the Papa Johns x KidSuper Hot Bag, inspired by the Croissant Pizza's craftsmanship. KidSuper, known for its concept-inspired designs, crafted the hot bag, which features a woven strap that echoes the braided crust of the pizza. As the Croissant Pizza makes its way to consumers worldwide, the Papa Johns x KidSuper Hot Bag will be showcased in settings such as runways, beaches and exhibitions in select markets. KidSuper designer and founder Colm Dillane stated: 'KidSuper is a challenger brand – built on creativity, risk and staying true to the soul of what we do. 'Papa Johns is the same. This isn't just another pizza launch – they're pushing boundaries with creativity and craftsmanship. Whether you are baking a crust or chalking a cut, the process matters.' The Croissant Pizza is currently available in the UAE and will be offered for a limited time in participating markets, including China, Korea, Chile and Peru. This launch follows Papa Johns' limited-time offering in October 2024, the Shaq-a-Roni pizza, developed in partnership with basketball legend and franchisee Shaquille O'Neal. "Papa Johns introduces new Croissant Pizza" was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
National Post
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
Papa Johns Launches Its First-Ever Croissant Pizza, Giving Pizza Lovers Their Flakiest Bite Ever
Article content Pizzas to be delivered in custom-made hot bag designed in collaboration with Colm Dillane – fashion disruptor, artist and founder of KidSuper – to a select number of lucky fans to keep Article content DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Papa Johns is elevating the pizza experience with the global launch of its latest innovation: the all-new Croissant Pizza. The Croissant Pizza indulgently pairs the delicate, flaky texture of a buttery croissant with the bold flavors of Papa Johns pizza – bringing the brand's Better Ingredients. Better Pizza.® promise to life through craft, quality and innovation. Article content A pizza this expertly crafted deserves to be delivered in cutting-edge artistic style. That's why Papa Johns has teamed up with KidSuper to design a limited-edition hot bag, the Papa Johns x Kid Super Hot Bag, inspired by the craftsmanship of the Croissant Pizza. Article content Launching in nine markets, it will make its first appearance in the UAE. Paying homage to the classic pastry, the Croissant Pizza delivers a crisp, light and layered bite through a buttery braided, gloriously flaky crust. Customers can personalize their pizza with a choice of toppings for a flavor-packed bite. Article content Chris Lyn-Sue, SVP Managing Director of International at Papa Johns said, 'As a brand built on innovation, distinction and quality, we're always looking to global food culture for inspiration – and turning it into exciting new experiences that stand out. We conducted extensive research to understand what consumers wanted from our next global innovation. Croissant Pizza scored highly across all markets. Article content 'We also explored the rise of croissant mashups in food culture – from the 'cronut' to the 'crookie' – and saw an opportunity to bring that same innovation to pizza. After a year in development, we're proud to unite two beloved icons into one craveable, delicious product that brings something fresh and exciting to the QSR category.' Article content Known for concept-driven designs and a distinct visual language rooted in storytelling, KidSuper brings a playful yet elevated approach to the custom-designed Papa Johns hot bag, exclusively for the Croissant Pizza. The bag celebrates creativity and craftsmanship, echoing both the artisanal spirit of the Croissant Pizza and Papa Johns commitment to quality. The bag's woven strap mirrors the handcrafted, tightly braided crust of the pizza, the zipper delicately curves in a crescent shape, and the soft edges mimic the fluffy folds of the iconic pastry. The Papa Johns x KidSuper Hot Bag will make its official debut later this month during Paris Fashion Week Men's Spring/Summer 2026 (SS26), as part of the KidSuper show. Article content As the Croissant Pizza launches across the globe, the Papa Johns x KidSuper Hot Bag will hit runways, beaches and exhibitions in select markets. Select customers in these destinations who order Croissant Pizza may receive their delivery in the exclusive Papa Johns x KidSuper Hot Bag – and if it arrives at their door, it's theirs to keep. Article content For Colm Dillane, designer and founder of KidSuper, the collaboration goes beyond fashion. 'KidSuper is a challenger brand – built on creativity, risk, and staying true to the soul of what we do,' he said. 'Papa Johns is the same. This isn't just another pizza launch – they're pushing boundaries with creativity and craftsmanship. Whether you are baking a crust or chalking a cut, the process matters.' Article content The Croissant Pizza is available now across the UAE from June 10 and will be available for a limited time in participating markets – from Korea and China to Chile and Peru. For more information or to find your nearest Papa Johns, visit or download the Papa Johns app. Article content About Papa Johns Article content Papa John's International, Inc. (Nasdaq: PZZA) opened its doors in 1984 with one goal in mind: BETTER INGREDIENTS. BETTER PIZZA. ® Papa Johns believes that using high-quality ingredients leads to superior quality pizzas. Its original dough is made of only six ingredients and is fresh, never frozen. Papa Johns tops its pizzas with real cheese made from mozzarella, pizza sauce made with vine-ripened tomatoes that go from vine to can in the same day and meat free of fillers. It was the first national pizza delivery chain to announce the removal of artificial flavors and synthetic colors from its entire food menu. Papa Johns is co-headquartered in Atlanta, Ga. and Louisville, Ky. and is the world's third-largest pizza delivery company with more than 6,000 restaurants in approximately 50 countries and territories. For more information about the company or to order pizza online, visit or download the Papa Johns mobile app for iOS or Android. Article content About KidSuper Studios Article content KidSuper was created by Colm Dillane. Although KidSuper is best known as artist and designer, Colm Dillane's clothing label, he prefers to brand all of his creative ventures under this moniker. KidSuper is a creative collective that designs and makes clothes; paints and does art shows; records music; and makes films and music videos, all out of KidSuper's Brooklyn space. Article content KidSuper is a platform for Colm's abounding creativity, and its success has made the artist and designer an unexpected reference in American fashion. Dillane firmly believes that enthusiasm is contagious, and that whatever you do, giving it the utmost enthusiasm will capture people's heart. 'When you are little, you believe you can do anything and that everything is possible – you're young and you're free. KidSuper lives by that philosophy.' Article content Colm Dillane/KidSuper won the 2021 special Karl Lagerfeld Prize at the prestigious LVMH Prize and the 2022 CDFA /Vogue Fashion Fund, was nominated for the 2022 CFDA American Emerging Designer of the Year Award, then the following year nominated for the 2023 CFDA Menswear Designer of the Year Award. He was invited to guest design the Louis Vuitton Homme Fall/Winter 2023 Collection and entered the BoF500 list in 2023. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Article content Article content
