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١. HUGO and Zellerfeld Drop 3D-Printed Loafer at Paris Fashion Week
HUGO’s next-gen FORWARD line just unveiled a headline-making collab with Zellerfeld: a fully 3D-printed loafer, custom-fitted via foot scan and made from a single recyclable material. Minimal, sculptural, and closure-free, the design landed during Paris Fashion Week, styled in NAMESAKE’s runway show on June 29. With on-demand production and zero inventory, the drop represents a radical shift in how footwear can be made, worn, and recycled. Available in five colors and printed to order, it marks Zellerfeld’s first loafer and HUGO’s sharpest tech move yet.
Orders open soon on zellerfeld.com.
٢. NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2025: Knicks vs. Sixers Land in the UAE
Basketball fans, get ready. The NBA is returning to Abu Dhabi this October with two major preseason matchups: the New York Knicks and the Philadelphia 76ers will face off on October 2 and 4 at Etihad Arena. Expect superstar energy on court with Joel Embiid, Paul George, and Tyrese Maxey for the Sixers; Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Mikal Bridges for the Knicks. This is part of the NBA’s multi-year partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, which continues to bring elite sports programming and youth development to the region.
Tickets are now live on etihadarena.ae and ticketmaster.ae!
٣. Immersive Women-Led Cultural Tours Launch in the UK
Launched on June 30, Women in Travel CIC has introduced a new series of walking tours in London and Edinburgh, each led by women from Syrian, Saudi, Ukrainian, and Iberian backgrounds. The initiative turns personal narratives into immersive cultural experiences—from belly dancing and oud rituals with Amal Ahmed on Edgware Road, to booza tasting and Damascene memories with Nadia Aburdene in West London. Graduates of the Tour Guiding Academy, these women offer a perspective on heritage that’s lived, not curated. More than just tours, they’re a celebration of identity, storytelling, and economic empowerment.
For bookings, click here!
٤. Breitling’s 2025 Sustainability Mission Goes Deeper into Community Impact
Breitling’s fifth annual Sustainability Mission Report puts community at the heart of luxury. Published this June, the Swiss watchmaker’s latest report offers a report that tells the stories of the people powering its “better gold” and “better diamonds” sourcing commitments. From supporting renewable energy adoption in India to funding student graduation in Colombia, the brand’s traceable sourcing model is delivering real returns. Breitling’s sustainability push isn’t new but this year’s report confirms it’s doing more than checkiong a CSR box. With accolades like the EcoVadis Platinum Medal and growing partnerships with social impact leaders, Breitling is making the case for what it calls “neo-luxury”: one that’s casual, precise, and deeply accountable. Its a business strategy.
Read the report here!
٥. Levi’s® x Nike Revives the Air Max 95 with Denim-First Drop
Two American giants—Levi’s® and Nike—join forces again to reinvent a sneakerhead classic. Just revealed on June 30, the collab centers on the legendary Air Max 95, this time reimagined in premium Levi’s® denim. With three tonal colorways—Ecru, Black, and classic Indigo—the drop comes with custom packaging and signature co-branded details like Levi’s® Red Tabs, stitched Swooshes, and red-lined soles. Apparel pieces, including a denim trucker jacket and baggy jeans, complete the look. The campaign stars Larry June, Paige Bueckers, Keon Coleman, and Daniel Buezo. The full collection is set to drop exclusively at Dubai Mall.
٦. Gaza’s 5,000-Year Heritage Unveiled in Paris at Institut du Monde Arabe
Starting July 1, 2025, the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris presents Treasures Rescued from Gaza – 5,000 Years of History, an exhibition revealing Gaza’s rich cultural heritage through rare archaeological finds, manuscripts, and artifacts. Highlighting Gaza’s role as a crossroads of civilizations and its resilience amid ongoing conflict, the exhibition offers a profound look at Palestinian history and identity through a carefully preserved collection.
٧. Tiffany & Co. x Daniel Arsham Reveal Bronze Eroded Penny Vessel & Limited HardWear Necklace
Tiffany & Co. and contemporary artist Daniel Arsham extend their creative collaboration with the launch of the Bronze Eroded Penny Vessel and a limited-edition HardWear necklace. The series includes 39 handcrafted bronze sculptures, each housing an 18k white gold HardWear necklace. The necklace—a modern take on Tiffany’s iconic 1971 design—is set with over 1,000 diamonds (6+ carats) and 500 tsavorites (3+ carats), blending fine art with fine jewelry in a bold new expression.
