This week’s fashion pulse is powered by nostalgia and nuance. From Murakami’s grand finale at Louis Vuitton to Japanese streetwear redefining legacy, and the sneaker world’s retro revival, here’s what’s moving the culture now.

Retro Sneakers Reign Supreme

The past is copping fresh kicks: Miu Miu brought back ’70s color-blockers, Loewe revived ballet-style runners, and Proenza Schouler reissued leather classics. Celebs like Bella Hadid, Dua Lipa, and Timothée Chalamet are sporting them, proving nostalgia’s not just stylish—it’s essential.

Vowels Blends Japanese Craft & NYC Streetwear

Yuki Yagi’s Tokyo-meets-New York label hit Paris Fashion Week with an ethos deeply rooted in vintage: selvedge denim, retro shirting, tailor-made knitwear. His Bowery store’s “Research Library” cements the brand’s focus on legacy, education, and streetwear with soul.

Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami: Final 20th‑Anniversary Drop

Just ahead of Glastonbury, Zara dropped a limited-run festival collection co-designed with Kate Moss. The vibe? Pure Y2K rock-chic. Expect micro-shorts, metallics, and distressed prints, all steeped in early-2000s London cool. The collab sold out fast, proving that nostalgia isn't just in, it’s the main event.