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Antonym Anatomy

[an-tuh-nim / uh-nat-uh-mee]. Noun. A body that finds itself both in opposition and agreement. One that follows the light but prefers the shade. That can be draped in quiet wools or covered in macro graphics. It can rise early in windcheaters or emerge late double-breasted. An enigma that sways with the wind, moves with the tide and changes with the moon

As Time Unfolds

Watches are wearable vessels of time, binding us to its ceaseless flow. They serve as reminders of the relentless march forward, each tick echoing like the footfalls of history. As we fasten them to our wrists, we carry with us the weight of time, its loops and spirals, its ceaseless cycles. They anchor us into the here and now while preparing us for soon and later. Time unravels in a loop, not a linear line

Special K: The Rise And Rise Of Korean Fashion

The world of Korean clothing brands is rich and multifaceted. Here are our favourites driving the fashion world

Sturdy Spoors

Scent is primal, sparking instinctive responses that nurture memories. Make an impression that will last long after you’ve left

Tone Of Voice

In the quietude between each moment, a narrative arises, a poignant prose poised on the precipice of light and dark. This is no mere rendezvous – it's a lyrical pilgrimage through the soul of style, where every captured contour and silhouette speaks, every jewel punctuates

Wound Up

A surreal proposition lay at the heart of every watch, one where time is an artist asking us to stand still

Picture Prose

The world, a stage. Style, a narrative expressed via clothing and attitude. Fashion is the script with which we write ourselves, blurring the line between reality and performance

Handmade

Gesture is the universal language. A caress, a handshake, a punch. Open palms speak of questions and peace both where closed fists express passion and anger. Our hands speak multitudes. The Italian philosopher Giovanni Maddalena describes gesture as any performed act with a beginning and end that carries a meaning. Time will tell what we mean and time is of the essence

Introversion

A row of polished buttons connect and close the coat’s woollen walls. A long shade is cast from a hood, a peak, a brim. And the lock of a reptilian cuff, coils rigid around his arm. These threads, cut to fit, to flatter, are his export of escapism. It’s a new flesh for a future self, one quietly simmering below the surface

Front And Centre With Jordan Firstman

“For some I’m not subversive, but ask heterosexuals with two kids and a dog.”

Time Trawler

On shore the fisherman rubs a fist over his watch. Its dial is radiant and its hands eclipse the twelve. A morning complete. As his feet land onto the wet sand he smiles. Time well spent, he thinks, but now, it’s time to go

Full Effect

As the urban burner flares to full flame Fendi’s leisure luxury toasts the new season. Kim Jones’ Autumn/Winter 2023 collection rises with roaring tactility. From doughy cashmeres, to supple leathers and delicious fine wools he delicately binds to create the perfect form. Tailored cuts, fluid lines and exaggerated proportions, his mode makes for one to be ripped open and devoured. In detail, the Baguette renders itself impossibly timeless, both in classic and literal forms, slung this time with a rustic realness for the utility of a casual generation. A season of wearables roasted, risen and ready, but still, butter wouldn’t melt

Jump Shot

Ricochet: a shot that bounces off another surface. Colour is the result of ricocheting light. He finds inspiration through the rebounding of fashion with his surroundings, bouncing between both inner and outer landscapes

Between Wind And Waves

Interstitial space, that subtle realm between skin and fabric, holds a profound metaphorical significance. Clothing, more than a mere shield against the elements, serves as a transformative threshold – a doorway between our inner selves and the outer world. It conceals vulnerabilities, reveals identities, and bridges the gap between the intimate and the public. In its embrace, we navigate the subtle interplay between concealment and revelation, existing simultaneously in both worlds, straddling the line between our inner truths and outward personas

Budjerah: Inner Light

Dressed in the new Wear Your Shine collection by Coach, Coodjingburra man Budjerah sheds a light on what inspires him and drives his passion for creating music

Indigenous Artist Budjerah Shines A Light On The Inspiration Behind The Music

He’s only 21, but singer songwriter Budjerah has already earned his place in the spotlight. A decorated artist (this year nominated for another five ARIA awards) the proud Coodjinburra man has a hit single in Therapy, has just supported Ed Sheeran on tour and is now finding a firm place as a rising global star. However, today on our exclusive shoot for ICON while sporting threads from Coach’s new confidence-affirming Wear Your Shine collection, we realise he’s only just getting started

Maverick: How LaKeith Stanfield Became The Patron Saint Of Subversive Style

Performer, singer, style icon – LaKeith Stanfield is that rare kind of artist, one whose every gesture and action is a considered act of expression. ICON sat down with the multi-hyphenate performer to discuss how everything from music to fashion provides a medium for creative output