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Business Standard
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Real Leather. Stay Different. Chooses Taipei to Host landmark 2025 International Final
NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 30: The Leather & Hide Council of America (LHCA) has selected Taipei, Taiwan, as the host city for the landmark fifth annual Real Leather. Stay Different. (RLSD) International Student Design Competition final, scheduled for October 27-28, 2025. Following celebrated events in London and Milan, the competition now sets its sights on Taipei, underscoring Asia's rising prominence as a global hub for innovation and fashion design. The prestigious final will be hosted at AMBI SPACE ONE, Taiwan's first intelligent, immersive venue, situated within Taipei's iconic Taipei 101 skyscraper - which is also the world's tallest green building. This exceptional location highlights the intersection of technology, creativity, and sustainability at the heart of RLSD's mission. Category winners in Apparel, Footwear, Accessories and People's Choice, alongside the RLSD Taiwan 2025 overall winner, will travel on an all-expenses-paid trip to Taipei. Finalists will present their sustainable leather creations to a distinguished panel of industry experts, including Christopher Koerber (Managing Director, Hugo Boss), Mike Adler (international celebrity stylist), Kora Hsieh (Editor-in-Chief, Harper's BAZAAR Taiwan), Adrien Roberts (International fashion education consultant) and acclaimed fashion influencer Yu Lee. Christopher Koerber, Managing Director at Hugo Boss and a longstanding supporter of RLSD, commented, "Supporting the RLSD competition continues to be deeply rewarding. Bringing the 2025 final to Taipei is especially exciting as it provides an extraordinary platform for nurturing young talent and encouraging designers to embrace sustainable natural materials like leather. This initiative is critical, promoting innovation and environmentally responsible practices that are essential for the future of fashion." Kerry Brozyna, President of the Leather & Hide Council of America, stated, "In just five short years, RLSD has evolved into a globally recognised initiative, successfully advocating for leather as a sustainable alternative to synthetic materials. Hosting the international final in Taipei marks a new chapter, highlighting our ongoing commitment to industry leadership, innovation and the importance of empowering the next generation of designers. This is just the beginning of our vision - a world where sustainable natural materials are the first choice for designers everywhere." Finalists will also benefit from extensive media exposure and the opportunity to feature their designs in the prestigious RLSD Capsule Collection, showcased globally at prominent fashion and sustainability events throughout the year. The competition remains open to current fashion students and graduates from 2023 or 2024. Designs must contain at least 50% cattle hide leather and fall into one of three categories: Apparel, Footwear, or Accessories. Entries close at 11:59 pm (BST), 30 June 2025. Full details and entry submissions: Real Leather. Stay Different. is a global campaign that has reached some 750 million people and hundreds of thousands of students. It makes the case for leather (and other natural materials) and for making the best use of society's waste, particularly the hides that are the by-products of the dairy and meat industries, before looking to the petrochemical industries for manmade materials. Flexible and durable, leather is the natural alternative to fast fashion. Arts Thread is the world's leading digital platform for emerging artists & designers and a launchpad for the next generation of creative talent. Arts Thread has built relationships with over 950 creative institutions connecting to over 400,000 students in approximately 130 countries, partnering with leading brands, organisations, events, media to help launch the next generation of creative talent globally. For further information please visit
Fashion Value Chain
5 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Real Leather. Stay Different. Chooses Taipei to Host landmark 2025 International Final
The Leather & Hide Council of America (LHCA) has selected Taipei, Taiwan, as the host city for the landmark fifth annual Real Leather. Stay Different. (RLSD) International Student Design Competition final, scheduled for October 27-28, 2025. Meet the Judges 2025 Following celebrated events in London and Milan, the competition now sets its sights on Taipei, underscoring Asias rising prominence as a global hub for innovation and fashion design. The prestigious final will be hosted at AMBI SPACE ONE, Taiwan's first intelligent, immersive venue, situated within Taipei's iconic Taipei 101 skyscraper – which is also the world's tallest green building. This exceptional location highlights the intersection of technology, creativity, and sustainability at the heart of RLSD's mission. Category winners in Apparel, Footwear, Accessories and People's Choice, alongside the RLSD Taiwan 2025 overall winner, will travel on an all-expenses-paid trip to Taipei. Finalists will present their sustainable leather creations to a distinguished panel of industry experts, including Christopher Koerber (Managing Director, Hugo Boss), Mike Adler (international celebrity stylist), Kora Hsieh (Editor-in-Chief, Harper's BAZAAR Taiwan), Adrien Roberts (International fashion education consultant) and acclaimed fashion influencer Yu Lee. Christopher Koerber, Managing Director at Hugo Boss and a longstanding supporter of RLSD, commented, 'Supporting the RLSD competition continues to be deeply rewarding. Bringing the 2025 final to Taipei is especially exciting as it provides an extraordinary platform for nurturing young talent and encouraging designers to embrace sustainable natural materials like leather. This initiative is critical, promoting innovation and environmentally responsible practices that are essential for the future of fashion.' Kerry Brozyna, President of the Leather & Hide Council of America, stated, 'In just five short years, RLSD has evolved into a globally recognised initiative, successfully advocating for leather as a sustainable alternative to synthetic materials. Hosting the international final in Taipei marks a new chapter, highlighting our ongoing commitment to industry leadership, innovation and the importance of empowering the next generation of designers. This is just the beginning of our vision – a world where sustainable natural materials are the first choice for designers everywhere.' Finalists will also benefit from extensive media exposure and the opportunity to feature their designs in the prestigious RLSD Capsule Collection, showcased globally at prominent fashion and sustainability events throughout the year. The competition remains open to current fashion students and graduates from 2023 or 2024. Designs must contain at least 50% cattle hide leather and fall into one of three categories: Apparel, Footwear, or Accessories. Entries close at 11:59 pm (BST), 30 June 2025. Full details and entry submissions: About Real Leather. Stay Different. Real Leather. Stay Different. is a global campaign that has reached some 750 million people and hundreds of thousands of students. It makes the case for leather (and other natural materials) and for making the best use of society's waste, particularly the hides that are the by-products of the dairy and meat industries, before looking to the petrochemical industries for manmade materials. Flexible and durable, leather is the natural alternative to fast fashion. About Arts Thread Arts Thread is the worlds leading digital platform for emerging artists & designers and a launchpad for the next generation of creative talent. Arts Thread has built relationships with over 950 creative institutions connecting to over 400,000 students in approximately 130 countries, partnering with leading brands, organisations, events, media to help launch the next generation of creative talent globally. For further information please visit
Forbes
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
French Open 2025: Best Dressed Players At Roland-Garros
PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 26: Naomi Osaka of Japan in action against Paula Badosa of Spain in the first ... More round on Day Two of the French Open at Roland Garros on May 26, 2025 in Paris, France (Photo by) The 2025 French Open is Paris, the most fashionable Grand Slam locale. When it comes to the best-dressed players at the French Open, the competition among the companies outfitting WTA and ATP Tour stars is as fierce as the battles on the court. Although Nike, Adidas, Lacoste, or Asics outfit most players competing at Roland-Garros, more designer labels and niche brands are entering the tennis attire market, bringing new energy to fashion tradition at the French Open. Designer labels like Hugo Boss (Taylor Fritz) and Emporio Armani EA7 (Veronika Kudermetova) have extensive tennis collections. Coco Gauff is the ambassador of a Miu Miu collaboration with New Balance. Meanwhile, the rise of athleisure in the fashion industry has expanded into tennis. Labels like Lululemon and Free People's FP Movement offer tennis outfits that work on the courts and yoga mats. Brands less notable in the United States, like About Sports, Australian Brand, and Bidi Badu, have several tennis players as ambassadors. So, like in the French Open draw, the apparel competition features dominant players, up-and-comers, and a few wildcards competing on the clay runway at Roland-Garros. The following are the best-dressed players at the French Open. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 26: Naomi Osaka of Japan looks on after playing a backhand against Paula Badosa ... More of Spain during the Women's Singles First Round match on Day Two of the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros on May 26, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by) Naomi Osaka's French Open ended in the first round. However, that was long enough to show off her Japanese flower-inspired kit. Once the highest-paid female athlete in the world, Osaka is known for making a fashion statement. Osaka teased the outfit in an Instagram post when she wrote, 'the girls are going to love this,' about a cherry blossom and white colored sneakers. The look was an ode to Sakura, Japan's cherry blossom season. The deep cherry trim on the pink dress complements the hair accessories, wristband, and visor. Poland's Magdalena Frech eyes the ball as she plays against Tunisia's Ons Jabeur during their ... More women's singles match on day 3 of the French Open tennis tournament on Court Simonne-Mathieu at the Roland-Garros Complex in Paris on May 27, 2025. (Photo by Dimitar DILKOFF / AFP) (Photo by DIMITAR DILKOFF/AFP via Getty Images) Poland's Magdalena Frech wears Bidi Badu, a German clothing brand. The Bidi Badu Paris 2025 Dress blends casual comfort with a flattering A-line design. The geometric pattern gives this classic and elegant dress a modern vibe. Increase the length and this dress works 9- to-5, after five, on holiday or a trip to the grocery store. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 27: Alycia Parks of the United States reacts while playing against Karolina ... More Muchova of the Czech Republic in the first round on Day Three of the French Open at Roland Garros on May 27, 2025 in Paris, France (Photo by) A decade ago, Wilson got more attention for its rackets than its outfits. Wilson has made a bit of a comeback in recent years and makes some of the most elegant and sophisticated tennis outfits. Alycia Parks's bright yellow dress with pleated skirt looks like sunshine in motion. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 28: Qinwen Zheng of China celebrates during her match against Emiliana Arango of ... More Columbia in the second round of the women's singles at Roland Garros on May 28, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Frey/TPN/Getty Images) Last year, Zheng Qinwen won the Olympic gold medal at Roland-Garros. This year, her NikeCourt Slam skirt and tank are winning at Roland-Garros. The combo look so good together you might think she's wearing a dress. But the soft pleated skirt is part of a two-piece. The tailored collar brings polo styling to a racer-back top. Emma Raducanu wore the same design in different colors. 28 May 2025, France, Paris: Tennis, Grand Slam, WTA Tour, French Open, Women, Singles, 2nd round. ... More Lys (Germany) - Mboko (Canada). Victoria Mboko is in action. Photo: Frank Molter/dpa (Photo by Frank Molter/picture alliance via Getty Images) Victoria Mboko made her Grand Slam debut at this year's French Open and wore a two-piece kit styled similarly to the Wilson dress. The yellow combo combines the classic pleated tennis skirt with a sporty crop top. It's fun, youthful and perfect for a braces-wearing teenager. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 26: Bernarda Pera of United States serves against Caroline Garcia of France ... More during the Women's Singles First Round match on Day Two of the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros on May 26, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by) Like the Wilson two-piece kit, this ensemble from Lacoste includes a classic pleated skirt with a sport top. But the colors, the royal blue and hot pink are bold and beautiful, perhaps the most striking contrast on court. Bernarda Pera's coordinating wristbands create a cohesive look. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 25: Reilly Opelka of the United States serves against Rinky Hijikata of ... More Australia in the first round of the singles competition on Court Seven during the 2025 French Open Tennis Tournament at Roland Garros on May 25th, 2025, in Paris, France. (Photo by Tim Clayton via Getty Images) When you're as big and tall as Reilly Opelka any color stretched from head to toe will make a statement. If that color is pink the statement is 'Confidence!' Opelka even brought a pink tote bag on to the court to coordinate with his Fila kit. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 27: Hugo Dellien of Bolivia plays a backhand against Gael Monfils of France ... More during the Men's Singles First Round match on Day Three of the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros on May 27, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by) Hugo Dellien was on the losing end of an epic Gael Monfils five-set comeback. However, the Bolivian's pale pink outfit from About Sports, an Italian brand was ready for primetime. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 27: Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria plays a backhand against Ethan Quinn of United ... More States during the Men's Singles First Round match during Day Three of the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros on May 27, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by) Grigor Dimitrov was forced to retire in his first-round match. He looked dashing in hot pink Lacoste cap with pink and blue top. The design on the shirt, also worn by Arthur Fils, is meant to capture dirt dispersing upon the ball's impact on clay. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 25: Frances Tiafoe of United States plays a forehand against Roman Safiullin in ... More the Men's Singles First Round match on Day One of the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros on May 25, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by) Frances Tiafoe is one of the most charismatic and colorful players in tennis. So it's no surprise he went bold from headband to tennis shoe in this Lululemon kit. Once a Nike ambassador, Tiafoe switched to Lululemon in January. His wristbands, arm sleeve, shoes, and headband reinforce the go blue or go home. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 27: Mackenzie McDonald of United States in action against Novak Djokovic (not ... More seen) of Serbia during the Men's Singles match on day 3 of the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros in Paris, France on May 27, 2025. (Photo by Mustafa Yalcin/Anadolu via Getty Images) Mackenzie McDonald had the misfortune of drawing Novak Djokovic in the first round. However, McDonald looked like a winner in this kit by Original Penguin. The yellow accent on the collar provides a nice touch to the Performance Tennis Ombre Block Crew is nice touch. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 27: Learner Tien of the United States reacts against Alexander Zverev of Germany ... More during the Men's Singles First Round match on Day Three of the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros on May 27, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by) Learner Tien is the man in black in Adidas. The simple black shorts and top with white accents works anywhere but Wimbledon. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 27: Alex de Minaur of Australia celebrates a point against Laslo Djere of Serbia ... More during the Men's Singles First Round match during Day Three of the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros on May 27, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by) Alex de Minaur's French Open kit sports the Roland-Garros colors, green and orange. Like Tiafoe, de Minaur wore one primary color from head to toe. The splash of orange across the chest coordinates with the orange trim around the shorts' pockets. Marton Fucsovics stands before the match against Tristan Schoolkate at the Roland Garros Grand Slam ... More Tournament in Paris, France, on May 25, 2025. (Photo by Robert Szaniszlo/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Some players won the day before they took the court with a stylish warmup jacket. Marton Fucsovics wore a tennis-themed paisley-patterned jacket from Australian Brand. The Australian Brand has a kangaroo logo. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 27: Coco Gauff of the United States realizes her racquet bag is empty before ... More playing against Olivia Gadecki of Australia the first round on Day Three of the French Open at Roland Garros on May 27, 2025 in Paris, France (Photo by) Gauff forgot to bring her rackets with her when she took to the court for her opening round match. However, the black leather New Balance jacket she wore was memorable. The jacket is classic biker chic, fit and fabulous. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 27: Novak Djokovic of Serbia makes a speech as he celebrates his victory against ... More Mackenzie McDonald (not seen) of United States during the Men's Singles match on day 3 of the 2025 French Open at Roland Garros in Paris, France on May 27, 2025. (Photo by Mustafa Yalcin/Anadolu via Getty Images) Novak Djokovic is 38 and has all the accolades, trophies and funds a tennis player could dream about. When it comes to his on-court attire he's settled into a familiar classicly sporty look. The goes for his sports warmup, a standard style jacket. But look closer and you'll see the two-tone orange with the dispersed dirt design. Like Djokovic, this warmup jacket is simply winning. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 26: Naomi Osaka of Japan warms up before playing against Paula Badosa of Spain ... More in the first round on Day Two of the French Open at Roland Garros on May 26, 2025 in Paris, France (Photo by) The satin varsity jacket is Barbie level girlie girl and the ideal warmup for Osaka's cherry-blossom themed ensemble. Osaka may have suffered a heart-breaking three-set loss in the first round, but this jacket's style is timeless.
Daily Mirror
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
‘I'm a fragrance expert and these are the best men's perfumes for Father's Day'
Our beauty and wellness editor has sniffed out the best men's scents to buy to put a smile on his face this Father's Day, including Hugo Boss, Davidoff and Dolce & Gabbana With Father's Day 2025 just a few weeks away, if you're still looking for one of the best gifts for men to treat him to this year then a fragrance is always a good bet. I've tried loads of new launches and these are the ones that I think are worth the money, whether he prefers strong and intense scents or lighter, fresher fragrances; in fact, even if you aren't sure about his olfactory opinions, I don't think you can go wrong with this selection below. From Hugo Boss and Dolce&Gabbana to Davidoff and Barbour, here are some great men's scents that you can still buy in time for Father's Day... Best men's fragrances for Father's Day 2025 Dolce&Gabbana Devotion For Men Eau de Parfum Currently from £66.40 for 50ml from Debenhams (usual price £83) The fashion house goes well and truly back to its Mediterranean roots with this sultry scent. Inspired by the Sicilian tradition of adding a twist of lemon to your daily espresso as you sit in a sunlit town square watching the world go by, it balances rich and spicy coffee notes with zesty citruses and earthy patchouli. Davidoff Cool Elixir Parfum Currently from £33.60 for 30ml from Debenhams (usual price £42) An intense new twist on a classic, this parfum gives Davidoff's trademark oceanic notes a decidedly more exotic spin with notes of lavandin and rose oxide, plus a rich oud base. Don't let these floral-sounding ingredients confuse you; this is a take on the 'fougère' fragrance family, traditionally men's scents, and one that's full of character. Hugo Boss BOSS Bottled Absolu Parfum Intense for Men Currently £63.07 for 50ml from Sephora (usual price £77) The BOSS Bottled perfumes are great failsafe options if you're not sure of your recipient's exact olfactory tastes and, as its name suggests, this one is the strongest and most long-lasting of the lot, with the highest concentration of its key notes of leather, incense, patchouli and cedarwood. Rich and warm yet with universal appeal, it's guaranteed to delight. VIVO by Cerruti 1881 Eau de Parfum Currently from £51.20 for 60ml from Debenhams (usual price £64) This bottle from Parisian fashion house Cerruti 1881 looks like something from the Da Vinci Code, and you even need to complete a little puzzle to open it (the 'V' needs to be lined up with the '1881' to open the lid). Meaning 'alive', inside you're rewarded with an energetic and youthful scent, with hints of ginger, apple, sesame and saffron. MESSI Eau De Parfum £55 for 100ml from The Fragrance Shop Want to know what, arguably, the greatest footballer of all time smells like? Apparently it's a combination of fresh cardamom, wild cypress, leather (leather football boots, perhaps…?) and vanilla bean, if the soccer superstar's new fragrance is any indication. Like the great man himself, it's subtle and understated, a great gym bag option or everyday spritz. Barbour Coastal For Him Intense Eau De Parfum £90 for 100ml from The Fragrance Shop Barbour's classic country gent has taken a bracing walk along the blustery British coastline – the rugged Northumberland coast, to be specific – to inspire this fragrance, with refreshing notes of bergamot, pink pepper and clary sage to blow away the cobwebs, combined with sea-sprayed marine accords, washed up sandalwood and a comforting warmth from tonka. Rabanne Million Gold Elixir Eau De Parfum From £85 for 50ml from Boots Shopping for a dad with expensive tastes? An actual gold bar might be out of the question, but this new Rabanne EDP is the olfactory equivalent. Sensual, confident and opulent, it's centred around vanilla – an unusual find in men's scents – which gives it a warm decadence. Combined with zingy bergamot and spicy cardamom, it's a confidence boost with every spritz. Issey Mayake L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Eau de Parfum Currently from £51.20 for 40ml from Debenhams (usual price £64) No one does aquatic fragrances quite as well as Issey Mayake, and this newest, intense iteration is inspired by the mysterious ocean depths. Sichuan pepper wakes up your senses upon first sniff like a splash of water to the face, complemented by invigorating notes of lemon and balsam fir, and a base of cedarwood. It's elegant freshness in a bottle.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
AC Milan drop major hint over Kyle Walker's future after Man City star's loan transfer
AC MILAN have dropped a massive hint over the future of Kyle Walker. The Manchester City star joined the Serie A giants on loan back in January. 5 5 Walker, 34, has been a regular fixture in the AC Milan side, having made 11 appearances in the Serie A. However, he has not been able to help the club reach a European qualifying place. AC Milan can finish at best 7th in the Serie A but will need to beat Monza and hope Bologna and Fiorentina lose. Walker could now be set for another season in Milan after the club revealed their kit for next season. The 95-cap England international featured in the promotion as he was pictured wearing the shirt. He also played a role in the club's video along with Christian Pulisic, Santiago Gimenez, Rafael Leao and Mike Maignan. Milan has the option to buy Walker off Man City for around £5 million. It is believed that they would like to take up the option to make his move permanent. JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS Walker's contract at the Etihad Stadium expires in 2026 so he would have one more year left on his deal if he were to return to England. The former Tottenham Hotspur ace is believed to be loving his time in Milan. EXCL Kyle Walker pictured reuniting with wife Annie & four kids over a meal after flying to Italy to watch him play for AC Milan 5 5 As revealed by SunSport, Walker signed a big-money deal - said to be worth six figures - to be an underwear model for Hugo Boss. A source said: 'He's so excited about this, he can't contain himself. 'He's been reluctant to do anything like this in the past because he doesn't like the spotlight, but things are different now. 'He's loving his new lease of life with AC Milan and hopes his performances can help him reach 100 caps for England. 'But he's also thinking about the future and has half an eye on life beyond football.' Meanwhile, AC Milan fans were not happy with the club's new shirt. Many hit out on social media over the design of the badge and how it had been simplified. One posted: "Boycott this kit, the logo doesn't respect our colours." A second commented: "See that Americanized badge on the home shirt. Shame." A third wrote: "Give us back Milan." A fourth said: "Boycott." Another added: "Wow more dross what a surprise." 5
