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Vogue
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue
The Row Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection
The pleasant scent wafting through the Parisian salons of The Row, and the ikebana floral arrangements staged throughout, proved such sensory distractions that it took a moment to realize something was missing. This season, there were no mannequins. Usually, for these non-runway visits, they are stationed like studied compositions that attest to either The Row's stylistic wizardry, or how a loosely tailored blazer attains a kind of Platonic ideal. In their place: a sculptural clothing rack designed by Julian Schnabel, where three hangers presented Look 24—a vintage silk shantung pajama ensemble and a cashmere sweater vest—with a pair of low pumps underneath (they go by the name Liisa and will look good with just about anything including white socks). It was as though the clothes had become part of an art piece, open to interpretation. Yet there were noteworthy items all around: a jaunty yellow cape as sturdy as a Mackintosh, and a cashmere coat with the ease of a robe; a men's trench with removable flannel lining; the structured Georgia bag in natural linen canvas and compact Amber in tightly woven leather. They can all be found in this photo series by Mark Kean, who translated the season's 'lived in' narrative with the arty tinge of an old magazine editorial. If a mostly black-and-white lookbook misses subtle tones like a shirt that glowed light pink, it draws attention to the men's and women's white underpinnings (in jersey with the slub texture of many washes) as everyday clothes. These also appear as visible layers, like outside and inside clothes as a single outfit, just dressed up with heels. When the weight of the world feels intractably heavy, light, comfortable and uncomplicated dressing is most welcome. But at a certain point, one wonders whether we are seeing Veblen's leisure class theory coded into clothes that look more and more inconspicuous. Of course, the lounge-y, more intimate feel follows the ultra-discreet preview during Milan Design Week of a homewares collection that shifts The Row into lifestyle territory. The brand marks its 20th anniversary in 2026, and let's not forget that Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen started The Row in pursuit of the perfect T-shirt. Everything they do still reflects this superlative simplicity, only on a grander scale. Maybe, after all this time, what's missing is a closer connection to them.
Vogue
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue
The Row Spring 2026 Menswear Collection
The pleasant scent wafting through the Parisian salons of The Row, and the ikebana floral arrangements staged throughout, proved such sensory distractions that it took a moment to realize something was missing. This season, there were no mannequins. Usually, for these non-runway visits, they are stationed like studied compositions that attest to either The Row's stylistic wizardry, or how a loosely tailored blazer attains a kind of Platonic ideal. In their place: a sculptural clothing rack designed by Julian Schnabel, where three hangers presented Look 24—a vintage silk shantung pajama ensemble and a cashmere sweater vest—with a pair of low pumps underneath (they go by the name Liisa and will look good with just about anything including white socks). It was as though the clothes had become part of an art piece, open to interpretation. Yet there were noteworthy items all around: a jaunty yellow cape as sturdy as a Mackintosh, and a cashmere coat with the ease of a robe; a men's trench with removable flannel lining; the structured Georgia bag in natural linen canvas and compact Amber in tightly woven leather. They can all be found in this photo series by Mark Kean, who translated the season's 'lived in' narrative with the arty tinge of an old magazine editorial. If a mostly black-and-white lookbook misses subtle tones like a shirt that glowed light pink, it draws attention to the men's and women's white underpinnings (in jersey with the slub texture of many washes) as everyday clothes. These also appear as visible layers, like outside and inside clothes as a single outfit, just dressed up with heels. When the weight of the world feels intractably heavy, light, comfortable and uncomplicated dressing is most welcome. But at a certain point, one wonders whether we are seeing Veblen's leisure class theory coded into clothes that look more and more inconspicuous. Of course, the lounge-y, more intimate feel follows the ultra-discreet preview during Milan Design Week of a homewares collection that shifts The Row into lifestyle territory. The brand marks its 20th anniversary in 2026, and let's not forget that Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen started The Row in pursuit of the perfect T-shirt. Everything they do still reflects this superlative simplicity, only on a grander scale. Maybe, after all this time, what's missing is a closer connection to them.
Hamilton Spectator
17-06-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Rock solid idea: New London-area craft brewer targets curlers
The owner of a curling apparel company is looking to score in the craft beer industry by launching a brewery whose suds will be marketed to the sport's enthusiasts. Mark Kean is a competitive curler who co-owns Runback – a company that designs custom curling sportswear such as jackets, uniforms and shirts – with his wife Mallory. He says Woodstock-based Runback Brewing is 'Canada's first-ever brewery built specifically for the curling community.' Teaming up with Upper Thames Brewing Company, a Woodstock craft brewery started in 2016, Runback Brewing is launching word of its new beers this week and intends to begin selling its products in Ontario curling facilities in August or September when curling season resumes, Kean said. 'Part of this idea kind of came from (Upper Thames),' Kean said. 'They wanted to partner with us to name some beers through Upper Thames, and I said, 'Well, let's take it another step further,' and I'd thought about this idea for a long time.' Upper Thames is making Runback Brewing's beers at its Woodstock facility, Kean said, noting the company is beginning with a hazy India pale ale and light lager, but will look to branch into other brews including non-alcoholic at a later time. Kean is an accomplished curler who played in the Brier, a tournament that determines the top men's curling team in the country. Curling, like other sports, has a social aspect, he said, 'especially in Ontario' in which 'it's almost built into the sport' for two teams of four curlers to sit down following a match to have a friendly beer or two. 'Sure, you compete against these people on the ice, but then at the end of the day, you sit down and have a beverage with them,' Kean said. Born in Innerkip, a small town about 10 kilometres northeast of Woodstock, Kean said he developed a passion for curling at a young age. He said he named the sportswear company he formed in 2013 Runback after the 'exciting' curling shot in which a stone bumps a second stone that knocks a third stone out of play. Kean believed curling, a sport sometimes known as chess on ice for the strategic and tactical nature of the game, lacked an apparel brand geared toward curlers the way other sports had. Fast-forward 12 years and Kean's impetus for founding a brewing company resembles his motivation for establishing an apparel company: to fill a void in the curling community. 'So, similar idea to the clothing, is that curling hasn't really had a beer,' Kean said, though he acknowledged some brewing companies had created individual beers that paid tribute to the sport and its more recognizable athletes. 'We want to be the brand for curlers and with the clothing, that kind of naturally played into the beer. We want to tell the stories about curlers and be that lifestyle brand for them, so that's kind of the vision.' Kean said also that he's looking at ways to give back to the sport through beer sales, including donating to the Sandra Schmirler Foundation, an organization that raises money to buy life-saving equipment for premature and critically ill babies in Canada. Schmirler was a Canadian curling star. Although Upper Thames is brewing Runback's beer at their facility in Woodstock, Kean said a dream would be to have a curling rink and Runback Brewing under one roof someday. 'That's definitely the long-term goal.' bwilliams@ Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
New York Times
10-02-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Preppy Fashion Is Back (With a Twist)
Image Loro Piana coat, $8,400, Courrèges bra, $750, and Celine by Hedi Slimane skirt, $1,750, Credit... Photograph by Mark Kean. Styled by Jacob K Miu Miu sweater (tied around torso), $1,290, top, $2,500, swimsuit (worn underneath), $1,350, and briefs, $1,020, and Wales Bonner shorts (worn underneath). Credit... Photograph by Mark Kean. Styled by Jacob K Dolce & Gabbana jacket, $3,845, bodysuit, $2,645, bra, price on request, waistband, $1,295, and garter, $1,145, and Melitta Baumeister boots, $540, Credit... Photograph by Mark Kean. Styled by Jacob K Bally vest, price on request; Hodakova sweater, $540, shirt, $310, skirt, $3,800, and boots, price on request; Prada belt; and Wales Bonner shorts (worn underneath). Credit... Photograph by Mark Kean. Styled by Jacob K Balenciaga shirt, $1,950, skirt, $42,000, pantalegging, $5,890, and bag, $4,450, Hodakova shirt (worn underneath); Bally top (worn underneath); and Wales Bonner shorts (worn underneath). Credit... Photograph by Mark Kean. Styled by Jacob K Louis Vuitton top, $4,350, Courrèges pants, $1,850; and Melitta Baumeister boots. Credit... Photograph by Mark Kean. Styled by Jacob K Dior coat, price on request, (800) 929-3467; Hodokova sweater, $540, shirt (worn underneath), shorts, $415, and boots; Bally top (worn underneath); Wales Bonner shorts (worn underneath); and Prada belt. Credit... Photograph by Mark Kean. Styled by Jacob K Chanel jacket, price on request, and shorts, $8,550, (800) 550-0005; and All-In boots, $1,360, Credit... Photograph by Mark Kean. Styled by Jacob K Prada top, price on request, skirt with belt, $4,300, and glasses, price on request. Credit... Photograph by Mark Kean. Styled by Jacob K Bottega Veneta jacket, top, pants and bag, price on request, Wales Bonner shorts, price on request, similar styles at and Abra boots, $1,250, Credit... Photograph by Mark Kean. Styled by Jacob K Models: Karyna Maziar and Mia Armstrong at Oui Management, Canlan Wang at W360 Management, Dru Campbell at Elite Models, Coumba Mballo at Select Model Management. Hair by Rudi Lewis at LGA Management. Makeup by Gemma Smith-Edhouse at LGA Management using Sisley. Set design by Suzanne Beirne. Casting by DMCasting. Manicurist: Ama Cauvas at Artlist. Set designer's assistants: Solène Riff, Erin Korus, Pierre Arthur. Stylist's Assistants: Ioana Ivan, Maria Bonfa
