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Vogue
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue
ERL Pre-Fall 2025 Collection
Eli Russell Linnetz has made a sharp swerve. After some time focusing on boy-next-door prep—khaki bermudas, old-school cotton boxers, popped-collar polo shirts—Linnetz is drifting into another key pocket of Americana: the freewheeling tradition of the motorcycle rider. Think Marlon Brando in The Wild One with a whiff of '90s grunge and a splash of Tom of Finland. For those in need of more contemporary references: Imagine Austin Butler's character in The Bikeriders hanging out in Venice Beach today. All this to say—it's grubby, sexy, and pretty cool. 'I guess I was just feeling super angsty after doing so much preppy stuff,' offered Linnetz. He was just ahead of the curve when he embraced the world of prep—since then, it's been flip flops, double polo shirts, cargo shorts, and plaid boxer shorts galore on the menswear scene, particularly on the streets and in TikTok's 'For You' pages. Could he be right on the money once more with this latest switch up? His cool riffs on the classic Perfecto jacket are hot and messy; their slim, cropped silhouettes feel right for the current moment. He said he and his team sourced vintage jackets and took them apart to piece them back together. The tight, bicep-hugging fit of his baby tees, henleys, and button-downs, plus his boot-cut jeans—not quite skinny yet not as wide as pants have been for the better part of the 2020s—speak to the way men have started to dress, first online but now off-screen too. The collection has an intentional topsy-turvy look and feel—'chaos' is how Linnetz described it. It's also more erotic and grown-up than it's looked in recent seasons, or perhaps ever. Linnetz has always leveraged the sex appeal of the all-American bro, but here he's spiced it up with a sharper edge and a little bit of danger. Chalk that up to a collaboration with Peter Berlin, the elusive multi-hyphenate artist who made a name for himself within the gay community as both artist and muse in the '70s and '80s. Berlin is known for his signature bowl cut and provocative outfits—a photo of him features on a t-shirt here—as well as for his youthful omnipresence in the cruisy streets of San Francisco and in his gay male erotic films. He posed for Andy Warhol and Tom of Finland and Robert Mapplethorpe. Berlin, who is alive and working, has been on everyone's moodboard. Linnetz said that he connected with Berlin through a friend. The artist then offered him his photographic archive for a collaboration. Berlin was a clear aesthetic fit for the story about a mischievous motorcycle gang Linnetz crafted for this collection and lookbook. 'He's a true Californian artist, and this is the first time I ever really collaborated with another artist,' said Linnetz. This pre-fall lineup is also the first time that Linnetz has produced a collection entirely in California. He shifted his production before news of the tariffs broke, still, this launch feels particularly appropriate. Linnetz just has that kind of timing.
Associated Press
4 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Neuralbase Appoints Tushar Shivekar as Chief Technology Officer
LAS VEGAS, NV - June 11, 2025 ( NEWMEDIAWIRE ) - NEURALBASE AI LTD. (OTC: NBBI), operating under its enterprise brand BMP AI and a growing innovator in enterprise artificial intelligence solutions, today announced the appointment of Tushar Shivekar as Chief Technology Officer. Bringing over 14 years of expertise in software quality engineering, automation testing, and cybersecurity, Mr. Shivekar adds deep technical leadership to the company's rapidly expanding BMP AI platform for regulated industries. His career includes pivotal roles at global technology leaders Wipro Technologies and Mindtree, where he led large-scale enterprise quality assurance initiatives for Fortune 500 clients. At Wipro Technologies, Mr. Shivekar supported broadband infrastructure quality engineering for major telecommunications providers. During his tenure at Mindtree, he led testing initiatives for anti-phishing, cybersecurity, and enterprise compliance platforms, serving top-tier financial institutions and global e-commerce clients. Mr. Shivekar's technical expertise spans a wide range of enterprise testing and automation tools, including Playwright, Selenium, Appium, Perfecto, Docker, REST API frameworks, as well as security testing platforms such as Burp Suite and Veracode. His combination of automation and cybersecurity knowledge directly aligns with BMP AI's mission of delivering trusted, compliant AI solutions for healthcare, financial services, legal, and enterprise clients. Most recently, Mr. Shivekar held senior leadership roles at 7 Street Technologies and Jaaee Technologies, where he architected scalable test automation frameworks for web, mobile, and enterprise platforms, while mentoring cross-functional engineering teams and driving strategic technical initiatives. 'Tushar's rare blend of technical mastery and enterprise business acumen is exactly what the company needs as we continue scaling our BMP AI platform across regulated industries,' said Vighnesh Dabole, CEO of Neuralbase AI Ltd. 'His track record in delivering secure, high-quality, and scalable enterprise systems will be instrumental as we enter our next phase of product innovation and market expansion.' As Chief Technology Officer, Mr. Shivekar will lead the development of the company's advanced enterprise AI infrastructure, overseeing engineering, security, and platform architecture, while driving continued innovation in our document-grounded, compliance-first AI solutions. 'Joining Neuralbase AI represents an exciting opportunity to bring together my experience in automation, quality engineering, and cybersecurity to advance trusted enterprise AI,' said Tushar Shivekar. 'Together, we will deliver AI solutions that are not only intelligent, but also secure, explainable, and aligned with the complex compliance needs of our enterprise customers.' Additional information about the Company is available at or by visiting About NEURALBASE AI Neuralbase AI Ltd. (OTC: NBBI) is an AI company developing secure, scalable, and context-aware conversational agents and workflow automation systems. Through its BMP AI platform - now in beta testing - the company enables organizations to streamline internal operations, enhance team collaboration, and increase productivity while maintaining strict compliance and data integrity. Legal Disclaimer and Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined under Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates, projections, and assumptions made by Neuralbase AI Ltd. (the 'Company' or 'NBBI') in light of experience, current conditions, anticipated future developments, and other factors. Forward-looking statements may include words such as 'aims,' 'anticipates,' 'believes,' 'plans,' 'expects,' 'intends,' 'will,' 'may,' 'could,' 'should,' and similar expressions. These statements relate to, among other things, the expected performance and capabilities of the BMP AI platform; the Company's ability to successfully complete product development, enter commercial deployment, or scale its technology; future revenues and market expansion; and general strategic direction. All such statements are inherently uncertain and involve a number of risks that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statement. Neuralbase AI Ltd. is a fully reporting company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and files annual and quarterly reports, current reports, and other required disclosures. All public filings and disclosures may be reviewed at the SEC's EDGAR database at The Company trades on the OTC Markets under the ticker symbol NBBI. This press release is not, and should not be construed as, an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities of Neuralbase AI Ltd. in the United States or in any other jurisdiction. Offers and sales of securities, if any, will be made only pursuant to an effective registration statement or valid exemption under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Investing in securities traded on the OTC Markets involves significant risk, including potential loss of principal, low liquidity, high volatility, and limited publicly available information. Shares traded on the OTC Markets may be more susceptible to market manipulation or price swings. Investors are strongly advised to conduct their own due diligence, consult a qualified investment advisor, and carefully review all SEC filings prior to making any investment decision. Media Contact: Vighnesh Dobale Chief Executive Officer [email protected] (727) 314-3717 View the original release on
USA Today
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Trump ends Saudi Arabia visit with familiar tune playing, here's why it's turning heads
Trump ends Saudi Arabia visit with familiar tune playing, here's why it's turning heads Show Caption Hide Caption Donald Trump closes Saudi investment forum with 'YMCA' Donald Trump ended his speech in Saudi Arabia with "YMCA," a song associated with the LGBTQ+ community, in a country where homosexuality is illegal. President Donald Trump closed out his time in Saudi Arabia with a familiar tune, though its presence playing in the conservative Gulf nation has raised some eyebrows. As is typical at the end of many of his U.S. campaign rallies, The Village People's 'YMCA' began playing, backdropping a photo opportunity with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The president was in the kingdom on May 13 as part of his first foreign trip in his second term, eschewing tradition and traveling to the Middle East instead of Mexico or Canada. It's his second presidential visit to the Middle East, following his 2017 visit which also included a stop in Saudi Arabia. This time he's also traveling to neighboring Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. 'Perfecto': Wealthy Gulf rulers bring A-game to Trump charm offensive The song is a well-known LGBTQ+ anthem in the U.S., making its appearance at an official event with top Saudi officials an eyebrow-raising contrast, as the kingdom has effectively outlawed homosexuality and alternative forms of gender expression. Saudi Arabia's judicial system is based on an interpretation of Sharia law, a broad set of laws and precepts that aim to guide or govern the daily lives of Muslim people. In Saudi Arabia, interpretation of sharia can result in penalties for homosexual acts, and Human Rights Watch says police in the country 'routinely arrest people based on their gender expression.' Clips of the pair shaking hands alongside the disco beat are making the rounds on social media. Laura Loomer, a far-right conspiracy theorist with ties to the Trump administration, mentioned the scene in a post on X: 'YMCA in Saudi Arabia. What a timeline we live in.' Kathryn Palmer is a national trending news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her at kapalmer@ and on X @KathrynPlmr.
Times
11-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Times
Tommy Hilfiger: ‘Overthinking an outfit is a bad idea'
The first memorable purchase was a pair of Converse sneakers. They were a bit expensive. And my father told me I had to earn my own money to buy them if I wanted them. I did. And then I bought a pair of Levi's to wear with them. That was the look of the moment when I was in high school — if you were fortunate enough, maybe you would get some sort of a leather bomber or a varsity jacket to go with. I'm lucky because I have an archive in New York City that houses some of the OG products from the early Tommy days. At home my most treasured pieces include a black Perfecto moto jacket and the varsity jacket I wore
CNN
13-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
At Paris Fashion Week, designers were all about ‘office glam'
At the Fall-Winter 2025 edition of Paris Fashion Week, which came to a close on Tuesday, the schedule was packed with megawatt shows. Notably, there was a wave of major designer debuts, including Julian Klausner helming Dries Van Noten following the founder's departure, Sarah Burton stepping into Givenchy, and Haider Ackermann reviving Tom Ford, each bringing a fresh perspective to the storied houses. Across the nine-day event, designers largely kept a safe distance from overt political statements and instead leaned into offering a space for escapism and more subtle explorations of empowerment. There were also retro-inspired looks and adventurous takes on office attire, as well as a few nods to the filmmaker David Lynch, who died in January. 'We're moving away from the 'quiet luxury' wave… I see a lot of happiness, humor and irony,' Alix Morabito, buying director for womenswear for French department store chain Galeries Lafayette, told CNN as she reflected on a week of 'rational and playful' styles. For Morabito, that's much needed in fashion. '(Brands are) reconnecting with people by offering something focused, but drawing them in through something fun,' she said. Corporate dressing seemed to be top of several designers' minds as a full return to the office gains ground. As Ackermann unveiled his first collection for Tom Ford, the Antwerp-trained designer found common ground with the Texan founder as he explored desire and power dressing in all its forms. This included a new take on the brand's signature 'Perfecto' biker jacket, which Ackermann molded into a razor-sharp tailored ensemble; a crimson leather trench coat paired with matching red lips for a Hitchcockian feel; and a dusty pink slim suit contrasted with an acid green shirt — an iconic shade from Tom Ford's Gucci heyday. At Stella McCartney, the working woman aesthetic ran strong. The show took place in an open-space office setting, complete with mugs and stationery. As guests including actor Cameron Diaz, Vogue's Anna Wintour and model Paris Jackson sat at desks, models walked to the beat of 'Work It' by Canadian musician Marie Davidson, wearing broad-shouldered '80s jackets, reimagined pencil skirts with added pockets, oversized coats with a drop waist, and tote handbags that could fit a laptop. Balenciaga, too, offered its takes on tailoring, opening its maze-like runway with slim, simple suits — some hand-creased, others worn-out — that felt less provocative than its usual offerings. Backstage, creative director Demna described the collection as an exploration of standards, particularly in business-wear. 'It was a hard season to just make a normal jacket. What is a normal jacket? How is it different from some other jacket?' he questioned, as he spoke to editors after the show. Demna also emphasized the invisible craftsmanship behind the tailoring. 'A jacket that can fit a hoodie underneath, a double waist on the pants to wear in both ways,' he explained. 'There is a whole study of dressmaking behind it.' Retro also took center stage — though it wasn't inspired by a single era. Rather, there was a bricolage of fantasized pasts, with lavish furs and ornate embellishment reimagined for everyday wear. For his first collection at Dries Van Noten, designer Julian Klausner chose the Opéra Garnier — a gilded 19th-century building — as his stage. Tassels were transformed into boleros and belts, raw trimmings structured into midi skirts, and shoelaces whipstitched into button holes. 'I imagined women passing through the opera, grabbing fabrics and objects, tying them with a shoelace while on a quest to find the answer to an unknown question,' Klausner said in the show notes. Valentino's show took place in a bathroom — specifically, the replicated stalls, sinks and tiles typical of a nightclub, as designer Alessandro Michele sought to blur the lines between public and private. As pulsating techno music filled the room, which was bathed in red light (a reference to Lynch), models came out of cubicles wearing what looked like a blend of underwear and eveningwear. One look styled a Victorian lace leotard with a silk bra piece; another paired lacy shorts and a blouse with Converse sneakers. Chloé, meanwhile, merged '70s influences with 'indie sleaze' aesthetics of the late 2000s. Alexa Chung, It-girl of the latter era, made a surprise appearance on the runway wearing a tan dress and faux fur coat, while actors Selma Blair and Diane Kruger sat front row. The collection featured night gowns layered under overcoats and bias-cut silk skirts effortlessly worn with ballet flats. The house's Paddington bag — a style popular in the '00s with stars like Kate Moss — was also revived and came accessorized with faux fur clips. Designing for women is always a hot topic, and this season, some designers took a more experimental approach. Alaïa designer Peter Mulier took inspiration from kinetic art and incorporated spirals into his designs. Tubular structures framed the models' faces and encircled their hips, creating the illusion of exaggerated proportions, while pleats unfolded like corollas. Matte sheer knits, glossy leather and twisted fringes brought texture and movement to the show. For her debut at Givenchy, designer Sarah Burton experimented with silhouettes reminiscent of Hubert de Givenchy's 1952 debut collection. Attended by actors Rooney Mara, Kit Connor and Gwendoline Christie, who sat on piles of kraft envelopes instead of regular chairs, the show opened with a fishnet bodysuit that later evolved into a bodycon dress with a flounced hem. Later, a masculine blazer was reimagined as an hourglass minidress; a white shirt became a draped dress; and gigantic scarves, tied in a bow, were imagined in leather. France's oldest institution, La Monnaie de Paris, was transformed into the famed Red Room of Lynch's 'Twin Peaks' for designer Marine Serre, whose collection of leather bodysuits with hip paddings and dresses with amplified shoulders had plenty of femme fatale references. Backstage, Serre explained: 'I want women to be free, to be radical…to feel hot for themselves… To achieve this, you need a lot of minimalism…really simple cuts,' she said, adding: 'Everything is in the architecture of the garments.' Designers also made a point of finding joy in dressing and wearing clothes. Held at shopping mall Carrousel du Louvre, the Issey Miyake show marked a continuation of its roots in modular clothing. Designer Satoshi Kondo, who succeeded the late founder in 2019, presented a shirt that could be flipped and worn in different ways, a top crafted from a paper and cotton bag, and other pieces that, according to the brand, 'allowed each wearer the freedom of styling choices.' 'By presenting a bag in the form of a garment, we are also challenging your perception of what defines a bag or a garment,' Kondo explained to CNN backstage, expressing the brand's continued focus on 'the excitement of wearing clothing.' At Miu Miu, designer Miuccia Prada leaned into 1950s and '60s archetypes. Actor Sarah Paulson made her catwalk debut in a Cloche hat and cone-shaped bullet bra, while brooches, fur stoles and bold color-blocking imbued the collection with a dressier feel. Block colors also featured prominently at Saint Laurent, where designer Anthony Vaccarello showed dress coats, blouses and box-cut dresses in fuschia, incandescent orange and lime green. Chanel, which has been without a creative lead for almost a year but will welcome its new designer Matthieu Blazy next month, incorporated splashes of red and pink in its skirt-suits. Looks were accessorized with XXL beads, bows and jeweled belts. Also among the highlights were the bags, which appeared on every model — understandably so given that it drives a majority of Chanel's profits — and were worn by many of the show's glamorous guests, including actor Dakota Fanning and singer-songwriter Camila Cabello.
