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Time of India
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
MYNAME marks its return with new mini EP 'VIVID' after a 7-year hiatus; Elated fans react
Boy Group MYNAME has returned! The idol group debuted back in 2011 and had remained fairly inactive after their disbandment in 2019. The group recently made their comeback to the music industry after a seven-year hiatus. MYNAME returns after 7 years with new EP K-pop idol group MYNAME, who had debuted in 2011 and had last released a Japanese album in 2018, have officially returned with their new mini EP titled 'VIVID', with the title song 'Bad Bad Higher' on July 2. MYNAME are back with their first Japanese mini album in 7 years, 'VIVID', and the title track 'BAD BAD HIGHER'! The choreography was made by DA PUMP's KENZO and pays hommage to MYNAME's debut song 'Message'. @myname_jp — nugu archive 📁 (@nugupromo) July 2, 2025 The mini EP consists of tracks created by 3 of the five original members: Gunwoo, Insoo, and Seyong, while the remaining two are still credited to be part of the group. It has a total of 6 tracks in total. As soon as the news about the idol group's new mini EP and single dropped, fans went into a frenzy and started celebrating the milestone. Fans react to the comeback As soon as the songs and music videos dropped online on the popular video streaming platform, fans went haywire. Expressing excitement over the new music, one fan commented that "I liked the song, the rhythm, everything was good. I hope to keep listening to this song and I hope to hear more songs. MYNAME is excellent, the best," while another continued, sharing that "Feel awesome to look myname again!!" A third fan shared a comment saying, "There isn't enough volume for MyName!!!" About MYNAME MYNAME debuted in 2011 and was formed directly by Fly to the Sky's Hwanhee. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Ever since their debut, the group has seen major success in Japan and has extensively worked on releasing Japanese content throughout their tenure. After being active for almost 8 years, the group's official management agency announced in 2019 that the group members had decided not to renew their contracts with their original company, causing the group to disband. While fans expressed their disappointment at the time, it was Seyoung, a fellow member of MYNAME, who mentioned that the rumour was false. Their contracts expired, but they were still a group. At the time, he also released a statement about how the group had still been actively promoting Japan.
Hypebeast
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
NIGO Unites Global Subcultures in a Vibrant KENZO SS26 Collection
Summary KENZO, under the creative direction ofNIGO, unveiled itsSpring/Summer 2026collection, dubbed 'CLUB KENZO.' This season transforms the runway into a dynamic space where past, present, and future cultures converge. Drawing inspiration from three iconic cultural epicenters – Andy Warhol's The Factory, Kenzo Takada's 1970s Parisian studio, and NIGO's own expansive community spanning streetwear, celebrity, and creative contemporaries – the collection is a playful, interrogative blend of subcultures and refined design. Held at Maxim's, a venue steeped in its own history of cultural convergence, the show's soundtrack byHiroshi Fujiwarafurther paid homage to NIGO's deep roots. The collection, titled 'Club KENZO,' celebrates the spirit of carefree summer love, where the act of dressing for a night out becomes a bold statement. The Kenzo Guy and Kenzo Girl take cues from each other, blurring the lines between 'his, hers, and theirs,' embodying a style that's serious about going out, but not serious in its wear. This playful attitude manifests in graphics inspired by bowling alleys and a whimsical love story between a tiger and a bunny, resulting in charming 'bunnies with tiger stripes' – a metaphor for the unexpectedly exquisite outcomes of blending different worlds. The bowling motif is carried out in the platform shoes, constructed with either a solid wooden base or one that appears to be a plastic casing of sorts, reminiscent of a snow globe that features mini figurines through clear liquid. Staying on theme of being over-the-top maximal, the collection also saw, cartoon animal-like wicker baskets as bags, vibrant floral printed purses and more. The punk subversion is highlighted in the house's introduction of Italian tailoring which features hot pink dinner jackets that transform into bold daywear with new custom monogram linings, while NIGO's reinterpreted Japanese tailoring becomes a new statement for eveningwear, rendered in fine satin. Militaria and workwear pieces are injected with punk-inspired colors and elevated with luxurious details like mother-of-pearl buttons and bright faux fur. A rose-adorned chef's shirt with asymmetrical buttons pays homage to founder Kenzo Takada, grounding the collection in signature archival silhouettes. Patterns and motifs are a vibrant collage: archival florals, including a revival of Kenzo Takada's own rose print, mix with early 1990s designs that gain a psychedelic character when remixed with contrasting shapes like stars, checkerboard, and harlequin prints. This new graphic universe establishes a unique, ongoing language for the house. Audacious accessories like bedazzled belt buckles featuring the KENZO branding as well as other tongue and cheek phrases like 'MEOW' and 'WOOF' add to the collection's wild and bold declaration that nothing should ever be as serious as it seems. Bags gain 'attitude' with lived-in leather and hardy canvas, further customized with patches and spray paint, reflecting punk aesthetics and NIGO's appreciation for well-worn collectibles. Cow-hide matching jackets and pants add to the animalistic motifs throughout the collection, pairing with tiger-stripped hoodies and overcoats.
Vogue Arabia
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue Arabia
Converse x KENZO Chuck 70 Collection: Bold Hana Leopard Prints & Streetwear Heritage
In a collaboration that feels both inevitable and exhilarating, Converse and KENZO have joined forces to reimagine the legendary Chuck 70 silhouette through the lens of KENZO's irrepressible energy. This first-ever union marries Converse's storied heritage with KENZO's signature exuberance, resulting in a footwear collection that is at once nostalgic and boldly contemporary. Under the artistic direction of Nigo—whose own obsession with the Chuck has defined much of streetwear's recent evolution—each pair becomes a canvas for KENZO's all-over Hana Leopard motif. The print, inspired by the vibrant graphic archives of both houses from the 1980s, recalls the era when Converse first flirted with fashion patterns, while celebrating KENZO's legacy of daring cultural fusion. The range centers on three silhouettes: the Chuck 70 Hi in a warm 'Sweet Corn' hue, and two low-top iterations in 'Pink Cosmos' and 'Cypress.' Moreover, thoughtful design tweaks elevate each profile: a geometric winged stitch echoes the original stitchwork; the Chuck Taylor patch is screen-printed with intentional imperfections; and the high-top's pinched collar adds sculptural depth. On the sole, an inlay of KENZO's boke flower motif and a dangling charm bearing the brand's new graphic bring an unexpected flourish underfoot. Beyond the shoes themselves, the campaign imagery nods to collegiate Americana—a fitting tribute to Converse's roots. Through sun-drenched campus scenes and spontaneous moments of youthful exploration, the visuals capture the freedom that comes from forging your own style story. Converse and KENZO have each stood at the crossroads of culture and fashion for decades. Here, they celebrate that shared history with a collection that's more than a capsule—it's a joyful salute to the past and a vibrant step into the future.
