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Express Tribune
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Spanish designer Miguel Adrover declines Rosalía collaboration over lack of public support for Palestine
Spanish fashion designer Miguel Adrover has refused to design a custom outfit for internationally known singer Rosalía, citing her lack of public support for Palestine. The incident was revealed through a post on Adrover's Instagram account, where he called on public figures to use their platforms to speak out against what he described as genocide. 'Doing 'The Right Thing'… Silence is complicity, and even more so when you have a big microphone where millions of people listen to you when you sing. That's why you have the responsibility to use this power to denounce this genocide,' Adrover wrote. Addressing the singer directly, he added, 'Rosalía, this is nothing personal. I admire you for all your talent and for everything you've achieved. And I think you are much more than those artists who only dedicate themselves to show business and entertainment. Now we have to do 'The Right Thing.'' The post included screenshots of an email exchange between the singer's team and Adrover's representatives. Rosalía's team had inquired about a custom look, indicating that a September or October appearance was likely. In response, Adrover's representatives replied: 'I'm sorry, but Miguel doesn't work with any artist who doesn't publicly support Palestina.' Some Instagram users noted that Rosalía had previously shown support for Gaza. On October 19, 2023, less than two weeks after Hamas-led attacks in Israel, the singer reportedly posted an appeal on Instagram for donations to Gazans, referencing food shortages and humanitarian crisis conditions. However, the post was reportedly deleted a few hours later.
News.com.au
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
You will either love or hate Instagram's newest feature
Instagram has caused a bitter divide with the launch of its newest feature, a graphic font that you either love or hate. The chalkboard style writing, called Rosalía, was named after the Spanish pop singer and has been recently rolled out globally on the popular app. Styled on Rosalía's own handwriting, complete with the Con Altura singer's dramatic strokes and inky texture, Instagram said the new feature – which can be used on Reels and Stories – was designed to encourage creativity and risk-taking among its users. However, it appears to have sent the internet into a meltdown, with those who have adopted the new writing being condemned by those who loathe its appearance. 'What is this absolutely hideous new font you guys are using on Instagram?' asked TikTok user francescabongi in a viral clip that has amassed almost 2 million views. While another, who goes by the handle @alexispoulos, lost her cool over it, slamming her hand on her phone as she asked: 'What the hell is going on with Instagram and these whack ass fonts?' Meanwhile Instagram account @themuffreport posted, 'please stop using this font' to its 1 million followers, describing its existence as 'the next pandemic'. The rage-filled posts spawned thousands of comments, with many agreeing the new feature was 'ugly' and 'weird'. However, there were plenty of Rosalía font fans who quickly leapt to its defence. 'It's so funny that people get so bothered over a font,' commented one. 'I'm gonna start using it even harder,' remarked another. While one quizzed: 'Why does it matter what font other people use on their own stories?' One of the most popular quirks of the latest Instagram feature is its 'secret icons', which include a heart, a smiley face, a devil and a star. These are unlocked when users manually type out select symbols such as But the defenders were quickly shot down by those who seemingly despise trying something new. 'If you feel compelled to use this font, it's your sign to seek therapy,' snarked one. 'When I see this font I see, 'H E L P',' commented another. As someone else declared: 'It's serial killer font.' There was also feedback from some that the new typeface was 'hard to read' and 'inaccessible' for blind and visually impaired people. 'I cannot read that font for the life of me, and my visual disabilities are mostly corrected with glasses. I can't imagine how hard it is to read with other visual disabilities,' noted one woman. 'I find it hard to read, especially when it's small,' agreed another. Adam Mosseri, the Head of Instagram, said the Rosalía font is available for a limited-time and was one of several updates coming as part of a wider push to 'make things more fun'. 'We know people value lightweight ways to be creative with features like Close Friends, Stories, Notes and more,' he wrote. 'We're also introducing a way to share what you're listening to on Spotify directly in Notes, to easily connect with friends through music.'
Hype Malaysia
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
New Balance's 204L Is One Shoe In The Past, One In The Future!
New drop alert, sneakerheads! New Balance introduces the 204L, an unexpected and understated new lifestyle model that takes '70s and 2000s running-inspired style to new heights. A unique yet familiar silhouette, the 204L pulls together design elements from both past and present New Balance favourites and fuses slim structure with tech-inspired texture. The result – the retro aesthetic that many know and love in a sleek, low-profile sneaker. 'When designing the 204L, we knew we wanted to offer a versatile, sleek sneaker while producing something new and fresh.' 'It was a true collaborative effort working alongside our product manager, developer, and team of designers to bring this model to life. 'The shoe is designed to stand out from other New Balance models with this convergence of two different eras, set to be released in unique materials and colourways,' said Pierome Sar, Senior Designer at New Balance. The 204L was debuted by New Balance's latest global brand ambassador, Rosalía, earlier this summer. The Grammy award-winning musician shows off the shoe in a high fashion campaign, demonstrating its versatility and its refined yet athletic style. The first 204L drop will be available online, at New Balance's Pavilion KL and IOI City Mall stores on 30th July 2025, for a suggested retail price of RM499. More colourways will be launching in the months to come – visit the New Balance website to find out more. Product details:
Fashion Value Chain
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Value Chain
Rosalía Joins New Balance as Global Brand Ambassador
New Balance proudly announces Grammy-winning artist Rosalía as its newest global brand ambassador. Known for her genre-defying music and bold fashion identity, Rosalía represents a fusion of independence, artistry, and cultural impact—ideals that align closely with New Balance's legacy since 1906. Chris Davis, Brand President and CMO of New Balance, commented, 'Rosalía is more than a global cultural icon—she's a trendsetter and a fearless creator. Her individuality and defiance of convention embody everything New Balance stands for. Together, we're building a narrative that goes beyond fashion or performance—this is about rewriting the rules.' To mark the start of this dynamic partnership, the brand unveiled a cinematic five-part campaign featuring Rosalía. Directed by Alex Prager and produced by American Haiku, the campaign plays out like a visual story. It begins at New Balance's Boston HQ and follows Rosalía on a symbolic journey to New York, ending with the reveal of a co-created logo—a custom painting that symbolizes this groundbreaking collaboration. The storyline showcases her fearless style, independent voice, and artistic flair. In the campaign, Rosalía also debuts the New Balance 204L, a sleek, retro-inspired lifestyle sneaker with premium suede overlays and early 2000s tech details. The 204L is set to launch globally in July through official New Balance outlets. Speaking on the collaboration, Rosalía shared, 'My love for fashion and design keeps growing. I've always admired New Balance's ability to connect sport with culture, and becoming an ambassador is both exciting and meaningful for me.' The announcement signals New Balance's continued focus on creative storytelling, unconventional partnerships, and expanding its cultural footprint through music, fashion, and design.
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CairoScene
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
3ala Mazag Lina Makoul [Curated Playlist]
From Rosalía to 47SOUL, Gwen Stefani to Cheb Mami, Lina Makoul's playlist is a multi-lingual, genre-bending sonic trip through nostalgia, rebellion, and emotional clarity. Jul 14, 2025 Our 'على مزاج' series returns with Palestinian-American singer-songwriter Lina Makoul, who curates a genre-fluid, language-hopping playlist that soundtracks her moods, memories and musical DNA. A dynamic mix of Arabic soul, indie-pop, R&B and fierce femme anthems, Lina's picks range from Nour Harkati's poetic 'Leli' and TootArd's desert-funk 'Laissez Passer' to feminist fire from Rosalía and AURORA. There's space for nostalgia too, with throwbacks like Cheb Mami's 'Bledi' and Gwen Stefani's 'Hollaback Girl' sitting comfortably next to new-wave Arabic cuts like Bint il Sham's 'QLQLQ'. Her own song 'RADIA / راضية' anchors the playlist, an introspective, emotionally charged offering that sits right between cultures and energies, just like the rest of her selections. Stream the full playlist here:
