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Iconic Texas-based lifestyle brand, Lucchese, partnered with California-based designer, Nick Fouquet, for a second time on a line inspired by the American West.
To celebrate the Lucchese x Nick Fouquet collection – which includes men’s and women’s cowboy boots, accessories, and cowboy hats – Nick hosted a star studded party at his Venice boutique.
Hunky actorJosh Duhamel, Langley Fox, Amber Valetta, Frankie Rayder, Noah Mills and Natalie Joos were all in attendance. As well as film director Jake Scott, and cinematographer Dariusz Wolski.
It was a very stylish crowd with many attendees embracing the theme, dressed in Western-inspired outfits.
The latest Lucchese x Nick Fouquet collection, titled The Ballad of Big Velvet, draws its inspiration from a romantic, nostalgic road trip through the heart of the American West.
‘This collection is very personal,’ said Nick.
‘It has so much of my soul in it and that’s reflected in the styles. I really strived for timelessness.’
Nick continued: ‘I referenced some old movies and was listening to a lot of old country albums.
‘To me, it was paramount to get into the archives and history of the brand on a granular level.
‘In the end, the essence is adventure, the places we go with our boots and the stories we remember on our journeys.’
Boot prices range from $1,296 – $2,895.
‘This second chapter with Nick represents more than just a fresh, beautiful collection—it’s a celebration of our shared appreciation of authentic craftsmanship, the cowboy ethos, and a nod to vintage Western fashion,’ said Doug Hogue, VP of Product at Lucchese.
‘With this second collection, we wanted to push the boundaries a little further, offering fresh, vintage-inspired styles that feel both timeless and current. In encouraging ourselves to push our creative boundaries even further, the partnership was an exciting journey from the very beginning.’
All products within the launch are available for purchase online as well as exclusively in-store at the Lucchese South Congress location in Austin.
Papá Sweater founder and designer Samantha Myer celebrated her latest offerings by hosting a popup with @theunlikelyflorist, Spencer Falls, in Venice, California.
Sam and Spencer were joined by a number of VIP shoppers including singer/dancer/actress Isabella Ward and ‘Tell Me Lies’ star, Natalee Linez.
Natalee looked sensational dressed in Papá Sweater outerwear, while Sam turned heads in a white corset top paired with a skirt and matching denim duster jacket from her label, both lined with Papá’s signature and ridiculously soft sherpa lining.
The event took place at Spencer’s industrial warehouse located in the heart of Venice on Hampton Drive.
Dressed in Papá Sweater outerwear, guests enjoyed expertly crafted cocktails, shaken and stirred by Ben Scorah, featuring Astral Tequila, and custom chain stitch embroidery by Kai Brown.
A seamstress was on hand to tailor each piece, ensuring it was perfectly sized and uniquely the new owners.
Papá Kids made its debut with three youngsters wearing cozy pieces from the collection.
On Wednesday, November 20th, award-winning scotch Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Formula One® Team celebrated the start of their multi-year partnership.
The two brands commemorated the evening with a one-of-a-kind 1959 bottling, a rare whisky laid in cask the same year that f Aston Martin made its Formula One debut.
The exclusive event took place in Las Vegas, on the eve of the second Formula One Las Vegas Grand Prix.
William Grant & Sons CEO, Søren Hagh, and Aston Martin Formula One® Team owner, Lawrence Stroll toasted the union with close friends a VIPs of the brands.
Actor Tyler Hoechlin, internet personality Tina Leung, and influencer Jamie Chung were in attendance.
Jamie wowed in an all-black ensemble featuring a silk bra top paired with a low-slung skirt and blazer.
Joining Jamie were Daryl McCormack, Deaven Booker, Ben Brewster, Darion Famous, Kendra Bailey, Zarina Yeva, Brittany Byrd, Steve Gonzalez, Jonathan Kirby, Luis Capecchi, Ryan Libbey, William Chamberlain, Eddy Elize, and more.
