How did Dune director Denis Villeneuve’s remake of the 1984 sci-fi flick become the must-see fashion event of the fall? Blame Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet.
Simply put, the co-stars are a match made in fashion heaven. Style icons in their own right — Zendaya for her ability to rock the most avant-garde of avant-garde runway looks and Chalamet for his androgynous and experimental suiting — one might think that their distinct and bold ensembles would cause a reenactment of the Clash of the Titans. Instead, we got Titanic (minus the traumatic ending) — a perfect pair whose differences elevate the other. Think Zendaya’s leather Balmain gown beside Chalamet’s sparkly Haider Ackermann non-suit at the Venice Film Festival.
Suffice to say, with each public appearance the fashion expectations skyrocket. The duo rose to the occasion (yet again) for the latest Dune press event in London. Dressed by her now-famous stylist Law Roach, the starlet wore a 2020 Vivienne Westwood look where she was quite literally dripping in chains. Not to be outdone, the Call Me By Your Name actor looked dapper in a blue and white mushroom-print suit by Stella McCartney.
With the film set to premiere on Oct 22, 2021, the final and most anticipated red carpet can’t come soon enough! Until then, here is a brief roundup of the duo’s best Dune looks so far.
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Photography by Getty Images
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Zendaya in Vivienne Westwood and Timothée Chalamet in Stella McCartney
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Co-stars Zendaya, Jason Momoa and Timothée Chalamet
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Zendaya in Alaïa and Chalamet in Tom Ford
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Zendaya in Balmain and Bulgari and Timothée Chalamet in Haider Ackermann
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Zendaya in Valentino and Timothée Chalamet in Haider Ackermann
In news that should come as a surprise to no one, Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker (aka possibly the most PDA-loving couple to ever exist) are now engaged. Since the pair started dating publicly, the Keeping Up With the Kardashians star and Blink-182 drummer have become one of the most visible couples on social media. From flirtatious Instagram comment exchanges to almost X-rated couple pics, these two have been very open about how utterly obsessed they are with one another. And on October 17, the pair revealed they’ll be tying the knot when Kardashian posted a picture of herself with Barker on a beach surrounded by hundreds of roses and candles. She tagged Barker in the caption, writing “forever.”
Congrats are in order for the punk-rock couple. Let us celebrate with a detailed relationship timeline! Read on for the most memorable moments in Kravis history.
January 2021: Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker romance rumours begin
After the two post pictures on their respective Instagram Stories with the same Palm Springs destination view, fans begin speculating that they are dating. E! News reports that a source close to the couple confirms the two are an item on the low.
February 17, 2021: And just like that, it’s Instagram official!
Kardashian posts a subtle yet unmistakable confirmation picture to her IG feed. The post, which shows her holding hands with Barker, was then re-shared to his Instagram Stories.
On his Instagram Story, Barker shares a handwritten note from Kardashian, which reads: “To lots of fun adventures, may we destroy each other completely. Love Kourtney.” Saucy!
March 4, 2021: Barker opens up about dating Kardashian
The musician appears as a guest on The Drew Barrymore Show, where he talks about how, as a father, he appreciates that his new girlfriend also has kids.
“I dated girls who didn’t have kids and I find it hard because they would have trouble understanding like, ‘Why don’t you want to go to dinner every night with me?’” he said. “And now I’m spending time with a woman who’s a great mom, who’s a great friend and you don’t have to worry about any of those things. It just comes natural, it’s like a maturity thing.”
March 22, 2021: The L-word
After weeks of flirtatious comments and captions on Instagram, the celeb couple confirms they’re officially in love. On his Instagram Story, Barker posts a picture of a note that reads, “I love you” in Kardashian’s handwriting.
April 10, 2021: Sexting via IG captions?
Barker posts an action picture of him playing the drums, captioning it, “All day I dream about sex w/ you.” And in case it wasn’t clear who he was talking about, he made sure to tag Kourtney Kardashian in the photo.
April 18, 2021: Barker celebrates Kardashian on her birthday
For the reality star’s 42nd birthday, Barker pulls out all the stops. Aside from gifting her a very elaborate floral arrangement, he posts an adorable birthday message on Instagram. “I FUCKING LOVE YOU! 🖤 YOU’RE A BLESSING TO THIS WORLD,” wrote the drummer under a series of photos and videos of the couple. “HAPPY BIRTHDAY.”
April 27, 2021: Love is in the desert air
The KUWTK star shares a photo of Barker holding and kissing her on a desert vacation, writing in the caption, “Just Like Heaven.” The Blink-182 star comments, “🖤 EVERYTHING.” He also posts a pic of his own from the getaway, writing, “Anywhere with you.”
The Poosh CEO shares a series of photos on Instagram that show her tattooing her boyfriend’s forearm the words “I love you.” In the caption, she writes, “I tattoo.” Barker cheers her on in the comment section, calling her a “woman of many talents.”
July 8, 2021: An adorable musical moment
A video taken by Barker’s daughter Alabama shows the couple getting cozy on a piano bench, playing a duet of “Heart and Soul.” The musician then shares the video to his own Instagram feed, jokingly writing, “Album coming soon.”
July 9, 2021: Family bonding
Kardashian posts a series of photos and videos of her daughter Penelope on her ninth birthday with a new drum set. One of the videos shows Barker helping the birthday girl practice her drumming skills. He comments on Kardashian’s post, writing: “Penelope you’re a rock star.” There are many perks of your mom dating a famous drummer, it seems.
July 16, 2021: Engagement rumours fly
On a hot summer weekend, Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker jetted off to Vegas to watch a UFC fight. In Kravis fashion, they made no efforts to conceal their PDA while attending the event. The duo also shared a slew of romantic pics from their weekend away. Barker’s daughter Alabama reshared one of their posts to her Instagram Story, writing, “So happy for you guys.” This prompted fans to beg the question, what exactly makes her “so happy” for them?
August 31, 2021: A jealous ex has entered the chat
While on a romantic getaway in Italy, Kardashian and Barker were seen snogging on a boat ride (as is expected of any doting couple). This rubbed Kourt’s ex (and father of her three kids) Scott Disick the wrong way. In an apparent state of anger, Disick sent the picture to Younes Bendjima, Kardashian’s other ex, attempting in an attempt to shame Kardashian’s behavior. Needless to say, that plan backfired on Disick when Bendjima refused to partake in the one-on-one gossip, instead sharing the convo to his Instagram Story with the caption, “Keep the same energy you had about me publicly, privately.” Yikes.
September 12, 2021: Kravis’s first red carpet
When attending the 2021 VMAs, the couple looked more in love than ever. Barker sported a black suit accentuated with spikes on the shoulders and knees, while Kardashian opted for a black leather lace-up minidress — solidifying their aesthetic as the ultimate goth couple. The two also had memorable photo-ops with the internet’s other fav punk-rock pairing, Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox.
TMZ reported the pair got engaged in Montecito, California, surrounded by select family and friends who were there to bear witness. The couple hosted a celebratory engagement dinner, attended by the Kardashian-Jenners and Barker’s kids Alabama and Landon Barker. Kim Kardashian, Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner all shared snaps of their sister’s new engagement ring — and it is quite the rock!
Oribe launches stunning limited-edition gift boxes
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Usually, it takes just one whiff of Oribe’s Dry Texturizing Spray to fall in love with this iconic and celeb-praised hair brand. Now, we guess it’ll take just one glance at Oribe’s new limited-edition holiday boxes for you to want to collect each and every one. À Paris chez Antoinette Poisson, a French interior design firm, has created the designs based on its hand-drawn and water-coloured wallpapers, an art form that dates to the 18th century. To weave together the firm’s special history with Oribe’s own, the block prints feature classic motifs, including the Oribe goddess emblem and the flowers used in that irresistible Côte d’Azur scent. “We wanted to create the feeling that once you’ve used the products, you want to keep the box as a decorative object, because it looks like something you might find in a French château,” says Jean-Baptiste Martin, co-founder and co-artistic director of À Paris chez Antoinette Poisson. Château dreams, here we come.
Dior names a new in-house perfumer
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Fans of luxurious Maison Francis Kurkdjian fragrances will be excited to know that the legendary nose has just been appointed to master perfumer of Dior. While he’ll remain on as artistic director of the label he co-founded in 2009 (both brands are owned by LVMH) he’ll return to Maison Dior, where he created the original Dior Homme cologne, as well as Eau Noire and Cologne Blanche from the luxury fashion house’s high-end Collection Privée, nearly twenty years ago. Kurkdjian has created endless successful scents over the years for brands such as Burburry, Kenzo and Narciso Rodriguez, but is perhaps most noted for creating his first fragrance at the age of 25, the top-selling Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier.
Beautycounter launches a foolproof cream blush
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We all know a little well-placed blush can go a long way towards rousing your complexion. Beautycounter’s new talc-, mineral oil-, and fragrance-free cream formula comes in eight flattering, sheer-yet-buildable shades you can swipe on with your fingers. The silky cream, which can be worn on lips and cheeks, leaves you particularly dewy-looking thanks to an ultra-hydrating combo of squalene and jojoba. It’s the perfect refillable compact to throw in your bag for a one-stop-shop wake up call.
Tom Ford drops a winter makeup collection
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Calling all ski bunnies! Tom Ford Beauty just launched a chic new winter makeup collection inspired by hitting the slopes in St. Moritz (where else?) and your new down parka might not be complete without it. Meant to invoke that halo-like glow achieved by being incredibly well-lit by both snow and sunlight, the collection includes a shimmery eyeshadow quad and body oil scented by Soleil Neige, the existing eau de parfum with notes of zesty bergamot, Turkish rose and toasty vanilla. The posh lip balm is a standout must-have for the ski lift, since it moisturizes wind-kissed lips, while also plumping and imparting a natural-looking pink hue based on your own lip colour. You’ll look fresh from the double black diamond, even if it’s the après-ski scene that’s a little more your speed.
Reverie saves our scalps with a new exfoliating shampoo
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If seasonal scalp woes tend to get you down this time of year, a new in-shower routine might be in order courtesy of Reverie’s new exfoliating shampoo. Founded by hairstylist Garrett Markenson, the sustainable California brand’s new formula has been years in the making and aims to achieve a balanced, healthy scalp without the oft-used gritty sugar or salt, or other bead-like ingredients. Instead, the shampoo acts more like a skincare treatment, and is formulated with hibiscus flower extract and rhassoul clay to gently remove product build-up, dead skin cells and excess sebum, while also retaining much-needed moisture. While particularly ideal for those who use a lot of hair product (hello, dry shampoo lovers) or sweat it at out at the gym on the regular, it’s useful for anyone who could use a scalp tune-up, and is safe for all hair types, including coloured hair.
Kaleidoscopic colours abound in Stella McCartney’s latest capsule collection, Stella Shared 3. Three young artists — Ed Curtis, Maisie Broome (Myfawnwy) and Tom Tosseyn — give the British brand a Club-kid twist as bold prints and patterns transform iconic Stella archetypes into Gen Z staples. If you need another reason to be excited, the unisex apparel is made entirely from sustainable materials.
Take two: Mejuri and Sarah Harris
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Mejuri and UK fashion editor Sarah Harris have teamed up once again to create the ultimate cool-girl accessories. The collab features two new styles of earrings inspired by the Canadian brand’s curb chain link design and are as versatile and elegant as you would expect from such a fashionable duo. Available in pavé and two-tone options, these pieces are sure to add a little oomph to any ensemble.
Uniqlo x Theory is monochromatic magic
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Minimalists rejoice! Uniqlo and Theory have launched the monochromatic collection to end all monochromatic collections. The nine-piece assortment of pleated skirts, knitwear, shirt jackets and double-pleated pants is devoid of all colours, opting for an entirely black and white palette. Marrying the best of both brands, fans are sure to be satisfied with the sophisticated designs and simplistic functionality that Uniqlo and Theory bring to the collaboration.
Sonya Lee and MDG Jewellery’s Canadian collaboration
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Vancouver’s Sonya Lee and Toronto’s MDG Jewellery have come together to create a jewellery and handbag hybrid. According to the website, “this collaborative piece is a physical expression of the dynamism of both brands, designed to be a celebration of the power inherent to high-quality, female-led craftsmanship.” Inspired by MDG’s ‘Volute’ ring, the mini-purse is adorned with differently sized silver rings, making it a one-of-a-kind item.
Dolce & Gabbana add their luxury aesthetic to chocolate
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Dolce and Gabbana have taken the phrase “La Dolce Vita” to a whole new level, thanks to their partnership with chocolatier Baci Perugina. The decadent dessert plays with flavours and textures as the soft gianduia centre, lemon-flavoured nibs and crunchy hazelnut are all coated in vanilla flavoured white chocolate. Be sure to unwrap the confection carefully as each praline features a note from Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana.
Embrace the winter season like it’s 1979, courtesy of Chloé and Fusalp’s second capsule collection. The two French labels have once again joined forces to create stylized skiwear, consisting of an oversized colour-block cape, a structured monogram military jacket and various accessories. Featuring a mélange of colours, the palette echoes Fusalp’s retro aesthetic while alluding to the naturally feminine tones that are emblematically Chloé.
The iconic Canadian multi-hyphenate Vivek Shraya has launched her first-ever T-shirt — available through Glass Bookshop — in celebration of her 20th art anniversary. The artist wrote on Instagram, “This is a really important milestone for me for so many reasons, but particularly because of how many barriers I have faced in every industry I’ve worked in and consequently, how many times I have second-guessed myself and my art, and have wanted to disappear. There have been fewer reasons to keep going and always more pressures to stop. But she persisted!”
Boss and NBA launch a second capsule collection
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BOSS and the NBA have released their Fall/Winter 2021 co-branded collection just in time for the start of Raptors season. After the success of the Spring assortment, the new collab focuses on the merging of iconic NBA team logos (think Toronto Raptors, LA Lakers, Miami Heat and New York Knicks) with signature BOSS lettering. With the introduction of the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks, styles include hoodies, T-shirts, sweatshirts, joggers, jackets and more.
A fall weather ‘fit isn’t complete without a handbag. Be it the trendy mini or classic leather tote in an autumnal hue, this all-important accessory is sure to tie every look in your cold-weather wardrobe together. According to the 2021 fall/winter runways, designers have made cozy and timeless materials a must for fall handbags, from plush shearling totes like Bottega Veneta’s ‘Arco Tote’ or Saunt Laurent’s ‘Le Fermoir’ hobo bag, to luxury leather with Stella McCartney’s ‘Maxi Falabella Tote’ and Fendi’s ‘Peekaboo Iconic Mini.’
Those looking to make a bigger statement can look no further than Gucci’s 100 Horsebit 1955 Small Bag — a romantic take on the luxury fashion house’s monogram — and Marc Jacobs’ Lux Knitted Charm Bag featuring imagery from Sofia Coppola’s 1999 dreamy drama The Virgin Suicides.
As we (well, some of us) welcome the season’s cooler temperatures and the chance to layer our favourite knits, jackets and other sweater weather essentials, shop these 15 fall handbags to elevate your style.
