Get ready for an exciting journey through some of the latest and most innovative collaborations and product releases in the world of fashion and accessories!
So, gear up and explore these exceptional style and sartorial items that promise to elevate your lewk and performance. Here are our picks of this week’s top fashion drops you gotta get!
LACO
In the world of tough timepieces, the Atacama Quarz UTC shines as a reliable companion designed for the most demanding situations. Created with the professional forces in mind, it’s all about safety, resilience, and precision. This watch builds upon its predecessor, the Atacama.2, with the added precision and robustness of a quartz movement. It’s a timepiece that can withstand harsh conditions, making it the perfect choice for emergency personnel who require a second time zone for their duties.
To ensure its sturdiness in the harshest of environments, the Atacama Quarz UTC boasts a remarkable pressure resistance of 20ATM and high-water resistance, requiring the crown to be fully screwed in at all times to keep water out. Its conical stainless-steel case is black PVD coated to eliminate unwanted reflections, enhancing readability. Despite its substantial 46-millimetre case diameter, the contact area is a comfortable 34 millimeters, allowing it to fit snugly on narrower wrists. With a PVD-coated stainless steel buckle and flexible lugs, the watch strap ensures that it stays securely in place during any demanding situation. It’s the timepiece for those who demand both style and reliability, no matter the circumstances.
Retailing at RM2,910, the Atacama Quarz UTC is available now for pre-sale on the Red Army Watches website; and will be available at their outlets in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and 1 Utama Shopping Centre from mid-November 2023 onwards.
UNIQLO
Get ready for a playful fusion of British traditions and university camaraderie with the upcoming 2023 Fall/Winter UNIQLO and JW ANDERSON collection. This dynamic collaboration draws inspiration from a rich tapestry of British heritage, blending UNIQLO’s LifeWear thoughtfulness with JW ANDERSON’s whimsical spirit. Designer Jonathan Anderson aimed to create a contemporary streetwear look by merging classic British styles, vintage collegiate-inspired outfits, modern elements, and technical fabrics. The result is a collection that adds unexpected twists to traditional fashion, promising a delightful and fashionable surprise for both men and women.
With 11 items for women, 9 for men, and 4 accessory items, this collection promises to infuse your wardrobe with a blend of tradition and modernity, all while embracing the spirit of university life and British heritage. Mark your calendars for 9th November 2023, because that’s when this exciting lineup will be available at Fahrenheit88 UNIQLO and online.
OAKLEY X FRAGMENT
Prepare to take a bold leap from the neon-lit streets of Tokyo into the untamed wilderness with the electrifying FW23 capsule collection by Oakley® and Fragment®. In their seventh collaboration, streetwear legend Hiroshi Fujiwara and Oakley merge high-performance eyewear with minimal aesthetics, delivering a snow-inspired lineup that’s as fierce as it is fashion-forward. This collection features two pairs of Oakley Sutro shades that proudly bear the Fragment brand, and a hoodie that effortlessly bridges the vibrant world of streetwear with the wild outdoors.
The Fragment® X Oakley® Polished Black Sutro Vented sunglasses are a testament to Fujiwara’s minimalist ethos and Oakley’s adventurous spirit. With a vented Prizm™ Grey shield lens that draws inspiration from Oakley’s iconic Eyeshade, this isn’t your ordinary eyewear. It combines optimal coverage, an extended field of view, retention, and impact protection with a design that defies the norm. These shades aren’t just for a season; they’re destined to be a permanent part of your rotation.
Meanwhile, the Fragment® X Oakley® Matte Black Sutro Lite Sweep shades take you from city life to the great outdoors, featuring a Prizm™ Grey shield lens for an enhanced visual experience. They, too, embody the functional sport design that provides optimal coverage, an extended field of view, retention, and impact protection, all while exuding a timeless style that captures the essence of this incredible collaboration. To top it off, both sunglasses come in a custom box with a microbag and a clip-on hard case, ensuring they’re always protected during your adventures.
But that’s not all; the collaboration also brings you the Fragment® X Oakley® brushed-back black Hydrolix hoodie, a true celebration of the incredible journey these brands have undertaken together. With an oversize “Glassroots Community” and Oakley print on the chest, paired with the FRGMT logo on the back, it’s a symbol of their enduring partnership. This hoodie doesn’t just look good; it’s highly functional and performant, making it a versatile top that’s ready for any adventure, anytime, anywhere. It’s a blend of style, adventure, and creativity that captures the spirit of both brands, celebrating their long-lasting collaboration in a truly unique and fun way.
Season Seven Fragment® X Oakley® limited edition is now available only at Oakley O-Store Suria KLCC and Oakley Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport BBCC.
GARMIN
Garmin Malaysia has unveiled the all-new tactix 7 AMOLED Edition, a top-tier addition to the tactix 7 lineup. This cutting-edge smartwatch offers an adaptive AMOLED display, combining traditional button controls with touchscreen capabilities. It caters to tactical, training, and performance needs while providing wrist-based navigation and extensive health and wellness monitoring. With a night vision compatible flashlight and up to 31 days of battery life, the tactix 7 AMOLED Edition is a high-performance timepiece that stands ready for action even in the darkest conditions.
The tactix 7 AMOLED Edition is designed to meet the rigorous demands of professional forces, adhering to military standards for thermal, shock, and water performance. Its robust build is water-rated to 10 ATM and can maintain mission-readiness for an impressive 31 days. Boasting an array of advanced features, it provides a multi-LED flashlight for night operations, offers Stealth Mode for sensitive locations, and allows for Applied Ballistic functionality for enhanced solutions. This smartwatch seamlessly transitions from the field to formal functions with its rugged yet sophisticated design. It is packed with health and wellness tools, including Pulse Ox, wrist-based heart rate, and advanced sleep monitoring. Aviation enthusiasts will appreciate the Direct-To-Navigation feature, aviation weather information, and Jumpmaster support. With global navigation capabilities, preloaded maps, and compatibility with Garmin’s Outdoor Maps+ service, the tactix 7 AMOLED Edition is an all-encompassing tool for those who require precision and resilience in challenging environments.
The tactix 7 AMOLED Edition is available now with a suggested retail price of RM6,930 from Shopee, Lazada, AECO e-store, Garmin Brand Stores and all authorised retailers.
H&M X RABANNE
In a delightful fusion of past and present, H&M’s collaboration with Rabanne brings legendary designer Paco Rabanne’s iconic creations into the modern era. This dazzling collection showcases a mesmerising blend of retro and futuristic style, driven by the creative genius of Julien Dossena. It’s an invitation to transport yourself to a glamorous 1970s pool party, with shimmering dresses, ribbed knits, and luxurious loungewear perfect for those unforgettable cocktail hours. Julien Dossena’s expertise in merging archival metallic mesh and mirrored paillettes with contemporary tailoring and accessories results in a collection that celebrates an upbeat and optimistic lifestyle.
With a range spanning womenswear, menswear, footwear, accessories, and H&M Home décor, the launch on November 9th, 2023, is set to be a dazzling celebration of enduring style and timeless elegance.
OMEGA
OMEGA continues its legacy of groundbreaking technology with the introduction of the Seamaster Planet Ocean Dark Grey. What makes this timepiece truly special is the extensive use of silicon nitride ceramic, a first for OMEGA in such a large-scale application in watchmaking. The result is an adventure-ready watch that combines toughness with remarkable lightness. The silicon nitride ceramic’s featherweight quality ensures a comfortable wearing experience, while its robust nature guarantees strength for serious exploration. The 45.5 mm casebody, patented NAIAD LOCK caseback, and bezel ring are all crafted from this dark grey material. Complementing this, Grade 5 titanium, a favourite in the aerospace industry, is used for the bezel body and strap folding clasp, along with the sand-blasted dial featuring anthracite hands and indexes. This choice of materials enhances the watch’s durability without adding excessive weight.
The dark aesthetics extend to the movement as well. The OMEGA Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8906 in Grade 5 Titanium offers a GMT function, ensuring precision and top-tier performance. Encased beneath a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides, this movement boasts lightweight yet dependable mechanics. Water-resistant to an impressive 600 metres, the Seamaster Planet Ocean Dark Grey is a testament to OMEGA’s oceanic technology prowess, making it a trusty companion for underwater enthusiasts and adventurers alike.
TIMBERLAND
Timberland is back with a bang, launching the grand finale of its innovative Future73 series in collaboration with London-based designer Christopher Raeburn. The Timberland® x RAEBURN Future73 Collection takes the iconic Timberland boot and infuses it with a vision for a sustainable future. Inspired by Timberland’s past commitment to eco-friendly design, Raeburn pays homage to the Earthkeepers boot, which was way ahead of its time in terms of sustainable production. His journey took him to Timberland’s in-house prototyping lab, ‘The Shed’ in New Hampshire, where he transformed the classic Timberland® Premium 6-Inch Boot with innovative materials like parachute fabric, Tyvek, and snow camouflage.
The result? The Timberland® x Christopher Raeburn Future73 6-Inch Pull-On Boot, a futuristic design that safeguards the present. Drawing from parachute canopies and Raeburn’s resourceful ‘Raemade’ approach, the boots are all about circularity and disassembly. His capsule collection is a blend of utility and survival, inspired by a Timberland mission to Mars in 2073.
The pieces cocoon and cushion the wearer while embracing protection, layering, and functionality. It’s a nod to the past and a leap into a sustainable and stylish future, proving that fashion can indeed be forward-thinking.
The Timberland® x Christopher Raeburn Future73 Collection ranges from RM299-RM2,439 and is now available at Timberland Pavilion KL store.
