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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
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Veryrare Founder Raf Reyes on Disruptive Denim Design
Veryrare is on a mission to revolutionize fashion with its 'bold, fresh and reimagined' designs. Founded by Raf Reyes, the Paris-based brand emerged in 2020 during the pandemic while Reyes was a postgraduate student at the Royal College of Art in London. According to the designer, the brand was born from a desire to merge art and fashion, creating pieces that 'democratize art' by making it wearable and accessible. More from Sourcing Journal From Legacy to Relevance: How True Religion Is Captivating New Audiences Celebs Dress Up in Denim for Red Carpet Moments Ksubi Drops Rockstar-Inspired Collection 'The concept behind the brand is to reference design's history and signal its presence within the colliding worlds of archive and 21st-century fashion,' Reyes told SJ Denim. 'Selected visuals feature various universes, ranging from collector '90s aesthetics to contemporary subculture imagery. These elements are either amplified or stripped down to create a fresh and reimagined clothing style—where opposing ideas speak to one another—resulting in very rare pieces.' Five years in and the brand has built a strong international presence, reaching customers in over 86 countries, with the U.S. as its primary market. This growth has been fueled by its online platform and partnerships with prominent retailers such as Selfridges in London, H Lorenzo, Wolf & Badger, Simons in Canada and HBX in Hong Kong. This rapid growth has helped the brand gain recognition from some of pop culture's hottest names, including J. Cole, Jake Paul, Jaylen Brown, Lil Tjay, Rich The Kid and Famous Dex, to name a few. 'With my brand, I'm continuously working to redefine fashion by merging art and clothing, creating timeless pieces that challenge traditional fashion norms, [which is what] Veryrare consumers love,' Reyes said. A key aspect of Veryrare's buiness is its distinctive denim designs, which often feature 'ultra-limited' lifestyle pieces that combine 'intertwined narratives and visuals,' Reyes noted. Take, for example, the Sakura jean—made of 100 percent cotton—which features vibrant cherry blossom embroidery running up each side of the leg. Reyes said the $129 jean takes over 15 hours to hand-embroider, a process that incorporates various techniques, including chain stitch and piqué. Veryrare sources fabrics globally, collaborating with textile associates in France, Portugal, Turkey, China and Japan. 'We are committed to finding the best fabrics in terms of quality, durability and originality, ensuring each piece meets our high standards,' Reyes said. 'We even know each of our denim artisans by name, visiting their weaving mills and dyeing factories regularly to ensure the craftsmanship and materials align with our [ethos] of transparency and authenticity.' Here, Reyes shares what drives the world of Veryrare, one unapologetic answer at a time. What's one word to describe Veryrare? Raf Reyes: Unapologetic. Who (or what) inspires your designs the most? RR: The global community, humanity, existence and the creative tribe—our mentors, the scenius, the collective genius of everything we've made and conceptualized since emerging from our Neanderthal caves. If Veryrare was a music genre, what would it be? RR: Probably a fusion of synthwave, ambient, phonk, punk, indie, house, hip-hop/rap, jungle, DnB, UK garage, drill, trap and jazz. Coffee or tea while designing? RR: Coffee. What's a guilty pleasure you have when it comes to fashion? RR: Indulging in maximalist designs and collaborating with friends (shoutout to Kiji Opera, my homie with the matcha tea saloon—we'll be doing a matcha set/box together soon). What's the best compliment you've received about your brand? RR: Being told that our pieces are timeless and inspirational. What's your favorite city to visit for fashion inspiration? RR: Tokyo. What's the most important thing you want customers to feel when they wear your designs? RR: All the pieces I release are designed to be worn like armor or second skins for the absurd reality we navigate daily. So flex them, rock them proudly. They say things you don't need to express aloud; they speak for you.
Yahoo
a day ago
- General
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Texas Troopers Take Down ‘Most Wanted' Fugitive With Violent Past
Troopers with the Texas Department of Public Safety captured one of the state's '10 Most Wanted' fugitives, wanted on assault charges, earlier this week. DPS Troopers arrested Eliud Perez Reyes – a 'violent offender' – in a traffic stop near the southern border on May 26, according to a press release. Reyes was wanted in Hidalgo County and Fayette County on charges ranging from assault with a deadly weapon to theft of property. The troopers pulled over the 45-year-old Reyes in Palmview, a small town along the U.S.-Mexico border, according to the release. The suspect was driving a white 2014 Ford Escape, and he 'initially provided a false name to officers when asked for identification.' The Palmview Police Department 'assisted in Reyes' investigation.' He was considered 'armed and dangerous.' Reyes was booked into the Hidalgo County Jail May 27, according to jail records. His charge from Fayette County carries a $10,000 bond, and his charge for failing to identify as a fugitive carries a $5,000 bond. Reyes was wanted from Hidalgo County since December 2024 on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, assault of a family or household member by impeding breathing or circulation, and sexual assault, the release said. According to Hidalgo County Jail records, he allegedly committed all three offenses on December 10, 2022. Fayette County in Central Texas also issued a warrant for his arrest in January for alleged 'theft of property,' according to the release. Since Reyes lied about his identity in the most recent traffic stop, he also faces a charge for 'failure to identify as a fugitive from justice.' The Mission Police Department had previously arrested Reyes in December 2022, according to jail records. He faced charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, assault of a family or household member by impeding breathing or circulation, and sexual assault. Each charge carried a $5,000 bond. Reyes was booked into the jail on December 12 and released on December 23. Earlier that year, in March 2022, the La Joya Police Department arrested Reyes for driving while intoxicated, according to jail records. He was given a personal recognizance bond of $5,000. Reyes was booked on March 6 and released the same day. Texas' Most Wanted Texas DPS is still seeking the public's help finding the nine other fugitives on the '10 Most Wanted' list, according to the release. The governor's Public Safety Office funds cash rewards for 'any person who provides information that leads to the arrest of one of Texas' 10 Most Wanted Fugitives, Sex Offenders or Criminal Illegal Immigrants.' One of these suspects – Stephen Joseph Vess, an alleged pedophile — has ties to Rockwall County, in the eastern portion of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. He is wanted for sexual assault of a child and possession of child pornography. Vess was arrested in Rockwall County for sexual assault of a child and bonded out in 2014, according to the listing. He allegedly committed sexual assault of a child on August 26, 2014, according to Rockwall County Jail records. His bond was set at $50,000, and he was released on September 18 that year. He reportedly failed to appear in court later that year, and warrants for his arrest were issued from Rockwall County on November 13, 2014. Officials are offering up to a $3,000 reward. The 'Most Wanted' suspect with the most recent arrest warrant is . The Kaufman County Sheriff's Office arrested him in May 2023 for 'alleged involvement in the shooting and killing of his neighbor' in Forney, just east of the DFW metroplex. While living near Grand Saline in East Texas, McEuen allegedly removed his ankle monitor on May 5, 2025, and failed to appear for trial in Kaufman County. Since then, county officials issued arrest warrants for capital murder by terror threat, murder, and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Another warrant was 'issued out of Van Zandt County' for arson of a home. Police have been seeking another suspect, Arthur DeWayne Carson, for the longest time among those on the 'Most Wanted' list – nearly 12 years. The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles issued an arrest warrant in October 2013 for a parole violation, and the Hays County Sheriff's Office issued an arrest warrant in September 2014 for aggravated robbery. Carson was last known to be in Austin 'and believed to be homeless.' Texas DPS maintains another, separate '10 Most Wanted' list for sex offenders, several of whom have ties to the Dallas/Fort Worth area. In Dallas, Cecil Colby Smith is wanted for child abuse and failure to register; Billy Morris Kelly is wanted for failure to comply with registration. In Grand Prairie, Gregory Jon Pecina Jr. is wanted for kidnapping, aggravated assault, aggravated robbery, failing to register as an offender, and violating probation after being charged with sexually assaulting a child. In Irving, Michael Evan Scott is wanted for violating registration requirements, and violating probation after being charged with indecent exposure to a child. 'All tips are anonymous — regardless of how they are submitted — and tipsters will be provided a tip number instead of using a name,' the release reads. 'Do not attempt to apprehend these fugitives; they are considered armed and dangerous.'
Yahoo
a day ago
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Man who allegedly threatened Trump may be victim of setup: Sources
The Department of Homeland Security said this week that a migrant in the United States without legal status threatened to shoot and kill President Donald Trump and posted what appeared to be a threatening letter sent from the migrant to a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent. Ramon Morales Reyes allegedly wrote that he was going to shoot and kill Trump at one of his rallies and was arrested by ICE agents. However, multiple law enforcement sources now say authorities are investigating whether the letter was sent by someone else in an attempt to frame him. Reyes, 54, submitted to a handwriting test that did not match the letter's writing. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem posted on X following his arrest to praise the agents and said she would "continue to take all measures necessary to ensure the protection of President Trump." "Thanks to our ICE officers, this illegal alien who threatened to assassinate President Trump is behind bars," she added. Noem has not commented on whether Reyes could have been framed. MORE: Noem blasts 'weak' European leaders, stumps for conservative candidate in Poland Authorities said they believe Reyes was involved in a dispute with another man who is in jail on charges of threatening Trump and wanted to get Reyes deported to prevent him from testifying against him, sources said. "The investigation into the threat is ongoing," a senior DHS official told ABC News when asked about the case. "Over the course of the investigation, this individual was determined to be in the country illegally and that he had a criminal record. He will remain in custody." The Milwaukee Police Department, which is investigating the threat, told ABC News that it "is investigating an identity theft and victim intimidation incident related to this incident." A spokesperson for MPD said the department "will not be able to confirm names of the parties involved as the investigation is ongoing and no one has been criminally charged at this time." In the initial press release touting the arrest of Reyes, DHS said Reyes was in the country illegally at least nine times and has a violent criminal history. "This threat comes not even a year after President Trump was shot in Butler, Pennsylvania, and less than two weeks after former FBI Director Comey called for the president's assassination," Noem said after Reyes' arrest. "All politicians and members of the media should take notice of these repeated attempts on President Trump's life and tone down their rhetoric," she added. MORE: Georgia teen detained by ICE after mistaken arrest says detention was 'life-changing' The Secret Service, which investigates threats against the president, referred ABC News to DHS for comment. The incident was first reported by CNN. It comes as just last week, Stephen Miller, the deputy chief of staff at the White House, was at ICE headquarters alongside Noem and urged senior leaders at ICE and Homeland Security Investigations to step up their deportation efforts, according to sources familiar with the meeting. The meeting was attended by senior ICE leaders and the special agents in charge of Homeland Security Investigations. Border czar Tom Homan was absent from the meeting. Miller told senior ICE leaders that the Trump administration wants to triple the daily number of arrests agents were making up to 3,000 per day, according to sources. Man who allegedly threatened Trump may be victim of setup: Sources originally appeared on
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Investigators Say ICE Barbie Kristi Noem's Latest Arrest Was a Setup
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem celebrated the arrest of a Mexican man she claims made a threat against Donald Trump's life—but law enforcement thinks he's been framed, according to a CNN exclusive report. In a post on X Wednesday, Noem lauded the arrest of 54-year-old Ramon Morales Reyes, alleging that he'd sent a letter to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, as well as several other federal agencies, threatening to 'shoot your precious president in the head.' 'All politicians and members of the media should take notice of these repeated attempts on President Trump's life and tone down their rhetoric,' Noem wrote in her post. But a high-level law enforcement official briefed on the matter told CNN that after speaking to Reyes, law enforcement officials had determined he wasn't the letter's author. A handwriting sample Reyes provided didn't match that of the handwritten letter. Further, investigators suspect that Reyes was set up by someone hoping to see him deported before a separate robbery case, in which Reyes was a victim, could go to trial. One person suspected of playing a role in the letters had made jail calls inquiring about specific addresses, including one that received the menacing note. In a press release, the Department of Homeland Security asserted that Reyes had written the letter. The agency also claimed that Reyes had 'entered the U.S. illegally at least nine times between 1998-2005.' 'His criminal record includes arrests for felony hit and run, criminal damage to property and disorderly conduct with a domestic abuse modifier,' the DHS said. The Milwaukee Police Department told CNN on Thursday that the case was still ongoing and that it was 'investigating an identity theft and victim intimidation incident related to this incident.' Police added that no one had been charged at this time. Earlier this week, Noem and White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller announced that they intended for ICE to ramp up arrests even more, aiming to detain a minimum of 3,000 people every day.
Chicago Tribune
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Review: BOOM CRACK! Dance's ‘Bruta' finds the potent potential of hip hop
BOOM CRACK! Dance Company has not gotten the credit it deserves. To be sure, artistic director Trae Turner has made elegant strides in sending his distinct style — a blend of urban contemporary and commercial street dance — to the concert dance stage, and that's garnered some high-profile appearances at festivals in Chicago and beyond over the company's 16-year history. But BOOM CRACK!'s latest full-length evening, titled 'Bruta' and running two days at Edgewater's Edge Theater on Broadway, seems to subversively say something about the dance field's historic dismissiveness toward the creative capacity of hip hop, without making the project a dull intellectual exercise. On the contrary, 'Bruta' has everything we've come to know and love about this company: it's tightly composed, earthy and hard-hitting, with the right amount of sultry sauciness. And in 11 short pieces spread across three brief acts, the evening implies a narrative arc about breaking free. From what, I'm not totally sure. But I'm here for it. A prelude by soloist Abdiel Figueroa Reyes opens the evening, the former Hubbard Street dancer confined to a ruddy, lumpy ring at the center of the Edge's petite stage. Reyes writhes and contorts in what, given his history, struck me as the stripped-down, primordial shadow of Kyle Abraham's 'Show Pony.' Or maybe not. But throughout the evening, choreographers Turner and Krista Ellensohn (plus a spectacular second-act trio by company member Alexa Kruchten set to Michael Jackson's 'Dirty Diana') take the audience on a somewhat similar journey, oscillating between dark and light, guttural and ethereal, feral and ferocious. Those contrasts are most evident in how Turner and Ellensohn divided the performance, with the first act leaning far more heavily on lyrical and contemporary vocabulary outside this company's comfort zone. Guest performers Reyes, Sophia Cozzi, Emma Miquelon and Ella Querry do the heavy lifting on that front, lending an ooey-gooey aesthetic that evolves to meet the moment as the music and dance veers more toward hip hop. But that Middle-earth feel laid down at the beginning returns at the top of Act 3, with BOOM CRACK! dancers Ellensohn, Krutchen and Sophia Santore confined to rings of their own, impatiently pacing within their self-imposed borders. It doesn't last. Santore bursts onstage for an electrifying solo leading into 'Bruta's' rather joy-filled finale, the cast donning baggy fatigues and personalized 'Bruta' T-shirts. BOOM CRACK!'s full-length productions are few and far between, produced at a rate of less than once every other year. Thus 'Bruta' feels special, and The Edge Theater is perhaps a too-small venue for what it is trying to do and say — in some moments literally. Music, arranged by Turner, ranges from cinematic schmaltz to dubstep to the aforementioned 'Dirty Diana.' One track, featuring the largest cast of the night, with 11 dancers on that tiny stage, says 'I can do anything' on repeat. Another: 'I want that recipe,' a line parroted by an audience advised in Ellensohn's curtain speech to express themselves — which they thankfully did at Thursday's preview. The space is well-appointed enough for lighting designer Michael Gobel to find some striking looks, and smartly used, even in 'Bruta's' more crowded moments. Immersive, booming bass from a great sound system is felt right down to your bones. But with short snippets separated by needed pauses for costume changes, plus two intermissions, 'Bruta' feels like a bit of a tease, serving us peaks and valleys rather than a steady build of momentum — a most delectable tapas, but not quite enough food on the plate to send the table away feeling 'Bruta' (3 stars) When: 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday Where: BOOM CRACK! Dance Company at The Edge Theater, 5451 N. Broadway Running time: 70 minutes with 2 intermissions Tickets: $30 at
