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14 hours ago
- Entertainment
Kenzo brings mischief back to Paris' iconic Maxim's with a riot of color and clash
PARIS -- Few Paris addresses conjure myth quite like Maxim's, the gilded Belle Époque haunt where artists and aristocrats once jostled for a seat at dinner, and a place immortalized in Cole Porter's lyrics and classic Hollywood films as the very symbol of Parisian chic. On Friday night, at Paris Fashion Week the renowned restaurant-turned-nightclub became the improbable stage for Kenzo's latest co-ed show — a riot of pop color, celebrity and cultural collision served tableside. Guests perched around white tablecloths as Nigo, the first Japanese designer to helm Kenzo since the late, great Kenzo Takada, set out to prove the house can still surprise. What unfolded was a knowingly playful mash-up of preppy classics and off-kilter eveningwear: eye-popping pink dresses loosely gathered and knotted, each one tossed with a Left Bank silk scarf; a slinky tuxedo jacket paired with a blaring urban-printed tee in wild color, topped with a cartoon bunny in intentional clash. Think cocktail hour by way of Shibuya street style. Tongue-in-cheek references ran rampant — a circus master's striped waistcoat here, sheeny tiger-motif pants there, all nodding to Kenzo's signature mix of high craft and subcultural wink. If the goal was to recapture the house's historic sense of fun, Nigo went all in. While the creativity on display was undeniable, the sheer abundance of ideas sometimes made it hard for a single vision to shine through. With so many bold references and layers echoing recent seasons' spirit of collaboration and eclecticism, the collection sometimes felt more like a lively collage than a focused statement. Still, there were moments where the craftsmanship and playful accessories truly stood out, offering glimpses of the distinct Kenzo spirit that Nigo has made his own. Since joining Kenzo, Nigo has brought a fresh spirit of collaboration and cross-cultural exchange, most visibly in his headline-grabbing work with Pharrell Williams at Louis Vuitton and his frequent partnerships with artists from across the globe. That outward-looking energy has helped pull Kenzo back into the pop-culture conversation, blending the house's playful legacy with new momentum. As part of the LVMH stable, Kenzo now enjoys the reach and resources of the world's largest luxury group, giving Nigo freedom to experiment, push boundaries and reawaken the brand's irreverent roots. It was a night that nodded to both past and future. After a string of worn years under the previous design duo, Kenzo seems determined to shake off old dust and reclaim its seat at Paris' most storied table. The show at Maxim's — equal parts fashion circus and cultural memory — was a reminder that Paris style is best served with a wink, a clash and more than a little mischief.
Winnipeg Free Press
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Kenzo brings mischief back to Paris' iconic Maxim's with a riot of color and clash
PARIS (AP) — Few Paris addresses conjure myth quite like Maxim's, the gilded Belle Époque haunt where artists and aristocrats once jostled for a seat at dinner, and a place immortalized in Cole Porter's lyrics and classic Hollywood films as the very symbol of Parisian chic. On Friday night, at Paris Fashion Week the renowned restaurant-turned-nightclub became the improbable stage for Kenzo's latest co-ed show — a riot of pop color, celebrity and cultural collision served tableside. Guests perched around white tablecloths as Nigo, the first Japanese designer to helm Kenzo since the late, great Kenzo Takada, set out to prove the house can still surprise. What unfolded was a knowingly playful mash-up of preppy classics and off-kilter eveningwear: eye-popping pink dresses loosely gathered and knotted, each one tossed with a Left Bank silk scarf; a slinky tuxedo jacket paired with a blaring urban-printed tee in wild color, topped with a cartoon bunny in intentional clash. Think cocktail hour by way of Shibuya street style. Tongue-in-cheek references ran rampant — a circus master's striped waistcoat here, sheeny tiger-motif pants there, all nodding to Kenzo's signature mix of high craft and subcultural wink. If the goal was to recapture the house's historic sense of fun, Nigo went all in. While the creativity on display was undeniable, the sheer abundance of ideas sometimes made it hard for a single vision to shine through. With so many bold references and layers echoing recent seasons' spirit of collaboration and eclecticism, the collection sometimes felt more like a lively collage than a focused statement. Still, there were moments where the craftsmanship and playful accessories truly stood out, offering glimpses of the distinct Kenzo spirit that Nigo has made his own. Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. Since joining Kenzo, Nigo has brought a fresh spirit of collaboration and cross-cultural exchange, most visibly in his headline-grabbing work with Pharrell Williams at Louis Vuitton and his frequent partnerships with artists from across the globe. That outward-looking energy has helped pull Kenzo back into the pop-culture conversation, blending the house's playful legacy with new momentum. As part of the LVMH stable, Kenzo now enjoys the reach and resources of the world's largest luxury group, giving Nigo freedom to experiment, push boundaries and reawaken the brand's irreverent roots. It was a night that nodded to both past and future. After a string of worn years under the previous design duo, Kenzo seems determined to shake off old dust and reclaim its seat at Paris' most storied table. The show at Maxim's — equal parts fashion circus and cultural memory — was a reminder that Paris style is best served with a wink, a clash and more than a little mischief.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
E-hailing drivers association welcomes govt move to suspend InDrive, Maxim
ALOR STAR: The Northern e-Hailing Drivers Association (NeHDA) has welcomed the government's decision to suspend the operations of two foreign e-hailing companies, Maxim and InDrive, effective July 24. Its chairman Zabidi Bahador said the move by the Transport Ministry and the Land Public Transport Agency (Apad) was a critical step towards upholding regulatory compliance within the e-hailing industry. He said the two companies' failure to adhere to requirements, such as obtaining a Public Service Vehicle (PSV) licence and an E-hailing Vehicle Permit (EVP), had compromised user safety and tarnished the integrity of the local transport sector. "This decisive action ensures a level playing field for local e-hailing providers and helps safeguard drivers' income through more efficient enforcement on e-hailing operators and driver communities," he said in a statement today. Zabidi also warned against any reversal of the directive, saying it would undermine the credibility of enforcement agencies and be unfair to local companies that had complied with existing regulations. "We urge the ministry to remain firm and resist external pressure. Priority must be given to user safety, fairness for local drivers, and upholding the rule of law," he added. He said that NeHDA remains committed to advocating for a fair, safe, and competitive e-hailing ecosystem for all stakeholders. On May 9, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said that Russian-based platforms InDrive and Maxim had been ordered to cease operations in Malaysia by July 24 for violating local transport regulations. The directive followed calls from the Malaysian P-Hailing Delivery Association, which claimed both platforms continued to operate without meeting the requirements of the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715).
India.com
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Worlds Sexiest Woman Who Is 59: She Beat Bella Hadid & Sydney Sweeney – Find Out Her Wild Miley Cyrus Connection
World's Sexiest Woman: Maxim, Fashion and lifestyle magazine in The Maxim Hot 100 crowned a 59-year-old actor as the world's sexiest women in 2024. Model-turned-actor make it to the list after beating some of the most popular celebs in the hollywood Industry. Meet World Most Sexiest Women 2024 The 59-year-old cover star of Maxim Hot 100 list in 2024 was model-turned-actor Elizabeth Hurley. yes you read this right! beating others half her age as the world's sexiest. Hurley was also the oldest winner of this title. In October last year, Maxim unveiled the cover featuring Elizabeth Hurley, the magazine released the full list of the other 99 women. Hurley surpassed many A-Lister from Hollywood Industry to secure top spot in the list. The Maxim Hot 100 list featured popular celebrity like Sydney Sweeney, Margot Robbie, Lily Collins, Zendaya, Daisy Edgar-Jones. The list also star popstar like Miley Cyrus, Sabrina Carpenter, Jennie Kim, and Dua Lipa. Alongside Fashion icons Bella Hadid, Hailey Bieber, and Kaia Gerber also made the list. Talking about the previous list, Israeli actress Gal Gadot, Rihanna and Megan Fox have also been part of the Maxim Hot 100. Elizabeth Hurley: Rose To Fame, Dating And More 'World's sexiest woman' Hurley rose to fame in the late 80s doing small roles in British films, but it was her personal life that made headlines. Elizabeth first rose to prominence after she was romantically involved with Hugh Grant for brief period of time (approximately 13 years) before separating in 2000 . View this post on Instagram A post shared by 80sradical _ (@80sradical) Her striking appearance at the London premiere of his film Four Weddings and a Funeral in 1994, in a plunging black Versace dress held together with gold safety pins, gained her instant media attention and was a sensation. Her famous 'Got Milk' ad campaign in the late 90s made her popular in the US too. Talking about her filmography Hurley appeared in films like Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery, cult classic Bedazzled among others. On professional front, Elizabeth Hurley is all set to star in animated series Breaking Bear where she re-unites with Brendan Fraser after 25 years Check Her Connection With Popstar Miley Cyrus Hurley makes history as the oldest winner as World's sexiest woman at Hurley's personal life has been a subject of public interest, particularly her relationships and her son, Damian Hurley. After breakup with Hugh Grant She was romatically involved with American businessman Steve Bing., father of her son Damian. In 2007-11, Hurley married to Indian businessman Arun Nayar. She later became engaged to cricket legend Shane Warne before their separation in 2015. Talking about her current status In April, 2025 Hurley annonced she announced her relationship with American musician Billy Ray Cyrus.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Legendary electronic band announce huge Glasgow gig
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A LEGENDARY electronic band has announced a massive Scottish gig next year. Firestarter hitmakers The Prodigy are 'calling all participants of noise and chaos' to join them for the 13,000-capacity show at Glasgow's OVO Hydro arena. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Maxim, with Liam, dancer Leeroy Thornhill and the late Keith Flint 3 Keith climbs among the fans at a massive outdoor show 3 Maxim and Liam are bringing The Prodigy back to Scotland Credit: GETTY IMAGES Leader Liam Howlett, 53, and MC Maxim, 58, are returning three decades after the release of their seminal breakthrough record Music For The Jilted Generation. And support comes from a two-hour three-deck set from house and techno hero Carl Cox. Liam said: 'We're bringing back that full experience of non-stop noise and beats from doors to getting chucked out. 'It will be that full Prodigy ruckus as it was then and how it continues to be now. 'And droppin' new tunes for the people… we've got our old friend Carl joining us. 'So expect full attack mode, factor 9… Let's go.' The Prodigy will return for their only date announced for Scotland so far on April 15, 2026. The band formed around musician, songwriter and producer Liam, from Braintree, Essex, in 1990. A fixture of underground clubbing, they crossed over with the success of hits Charly and Everybody In The Place the following year before becoming a household name with their second album which shot to number one. Their line-up fluctuated over the years but stabilised around Howlett, rapper Maxim and dancer and vocalist Keith Flint. AMERICAN music icon John Legend was left red-faced after reportedly playing to an 'empty' arena Every album since Music For The Jilted Generation — which featured dancefloor classics Voodoo People and Poison — has hit the top spot. The band have been working on a follow-up to 2018's No Tourists, which was released just months before Flint's death aged 49. Pre-sale tickets are available from 9am on Thursday, with the rest going one sale on Friday from 9am.
