RECAP OF THE WEEK BY NUMÉRO NETHERLANDS
editor MARIE-PAULINE CESARI
words CLAUDIA AISA
Last week marked our fifth anniversary, celebrated with the launch of our latest issue and a sensational party hosted with Levi’s on October 16th to kick off ADE. From there, we dove into co-hosting a lineup of unique events with YouTube, Audemars Piguet, and Audio Obscura. Amid the action, we kept our eyes on the world, gathering standout news from the creative industry for you.
OUR 5TH ANNIVERSARY POP-UP & CELEBRATION
Our anniversary festivities culminated in a dynamic pop-up at Lynk & Co, a true tribute to the connections we’ve built over five incredible years. Alongside launching our 11th issue, we had the pleasure of meeting with our readers, celebrating our shared journey, and reflecting on the creative resilience that has brought us here. Each face, old and new, reminded us of why we started, and we’re grateful for everyone who joined in. Here’s to many more milestones, meaningful moments, and inspiration.
LOEWE PRESENTS SS25 CAMPAIGN BY JUERGEN TELLER
LOEWE’s SS25 Pre-Collection campaign, photographed by Juergen Teller, fuses fashion with pop culture, drawing iconic Netflix characters into the world of luxury. Creative Director Jonathan Anderson’s collection plays with the idea that fashion can be both grounding and surreal, blurring the line between fantasy and reality in a way that feels both bold and intimate. The campaign invites viewers to experience clothing as a narrative, where each piece tells a story beyond its fabric.
GUCCI ANNOUNCES CRUISE SHOW 2026 IN FLORENCE
In a nod to its roots, Gucci will debut its Cruise 2026 collection in Florence, a city steeped in the brand’s heritage. Creative Director Sabato De Sarno’s vision promises to seamlessly blend tradition with modernity as he reimagines Gucci’s iconic elements with a fresh perspective. Set to take place in a venue befitting the city’s timeless appeal, the “Gucci Firenze” event promises an unforgettable celebration of luxury combining history and innovation.
MONCLER X MERCEDES-BENZ PRESENTS “CITY OF GENIUS” IN SHANGHAI
Moncler closed out Shanghai Fashion Week with “City of Genius,” an expansive celebration of fashion, culture, and art. Held at the historic CSSC Pavilion, the event spanned 30,000 square meters and drew 8,000 attendees, with 57 million tuning in online. Ten creative icons, including Rick Owens, Jil Sander, and Donald Glover, designed “neighborhoods” reflecting Moncler’s ethos, blending luxury, culture, and futuristic flair. Moncler CEO Remo Ruffini praised the event as a boundary-dissolving space where global and local talent unite in a unique act of co-creation, bringing new dimensions of creativity to luxury fashion.
ELIE SAAB MARKS 45 YEARS WITH “1001 SEASON OF ELIE SAAB” IN RIYADH
In celebration of 45 years in fashion, Elie Saab prepares to unveil “1001 Season of Elie Saab” at Riyadh Season on November 13. Drawing inspiration from the tales of 1001 Nights, the event promises a grand runway presentation of 300 looks styled by Carine Roitfeld. This Riyadh Season Collection Fall 2025, paying homage to Saudi Arabia as a key market, merges fashion and entertainment, with planned performances and high-profile appearances. The event will be broadcast across the region on MBC, marking a major milestone for the brand.
TIMEX ANNOUNCES WATCH COLLABORATION WITH MM6 MAISON MARGIELA
Timex and MM6 Maison Margiela redefine the watch experience with their innovative T80 Steel Watch and the T80 Ring Watch, launched on October 24. This collaboration merges Timex’s retro sensibility with MM6’s avant-garde design approach, resulting in a striking mix of style and function. The T80 Ring Watch, an unconventional twist on traditional timepieces, features a sleek digital display encased in polished stainless steel, worn directly on the finger. With its bold design, the piece resonates with Gen Z's flair for nontraditional accessories and showcases how both brands bring creativity to timeless craftsmanship.
JACQUEMUS OPENS ITS FIRST STORE IN THE US
Jacquemus brought Parisian elegance to New York City with a launch that was as stylish as it was immersive. To celebrate, the brand debuted a mini collection for the new boutique and unveiled "LOVE IN NYC," a campaign by Tom Kneller that celebrates the city’s vibrant romance through real New York couples. Fans lined up for a special breakfast served by Bach Bouquen from a Jacquemus food truck, where a few lucky visitors found winning tickets hidden in their meals. The playful, love-infused launch was a perfect blend of digital buzz and real-world charm, welcoming New York into the Jacquemus universe.
