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The Weeknd celebrates 5th anniversary of Kiss Land album with special collection

The Weeknd is continuing to make his mark on the fashion world with yet another clothing collection. The singer is launching a limited edition line to mark the 5th anniversary of his album Kiss Land. The 14-piece capsule is inspired by the artwork featured on the critically acclaimed release - which drew heavily from Japanese culture and was...

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H&M appoints Global ‘Diversity’ Leader following anti-racism protests

London - Swedish fashion retailer H&M is doing everything in its power to convince consumers around the world that they are “listening”. H&M has hired a Global Diversity Leader following wide-spread criticism and in-store protests in South Africa concerning a racist depiction in one of its children’s wear products. The recent incident was...

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The Weeknd ends collaboration with H&M following 'Coolest Monkey' hoodie

London - Artist The Weeknd has reportedly cut all ties with H&M after the high street retailer selected a child of colour to model a childrenswear hoodie bearing the slogan: 'Coolest Monkey in the Jungle' on its global online store. The singer took to Twitter on Monday to voice his disappointment at H&M and share his decision, adding that he was...

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The Weeknd debuts Puma x XO collection

Named as Puma’s global ambassador and creative collaborator last October, The Weeknd aka Abel Tesfaye has finally released the first part of his highly anticipated collection with the global sportswear brand: Puma x XO. Split into three drops to add further anticipation, the first part of the collection: PUMA Parallel features a leather sneaker...

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Puma reveals it’s latest revolutionary trainer: Ignite Limitless Netfit

Puma has revealed the latest addition to their Netfit range of trainers; the Ignite Limitless Netfit. The trainers, promoted by The Weeknd in Puma’s latest advertising campaign, are ‘designed to stand up to the stop-and-go of city living with stylish, comfortable and protective features. Influenced by streetwear and enhanced with performance...

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First Look: The Weeknd and H&M Spring Icons

H&M has revealed the first looks from its upcoming collaboration with The Weeknd, where the singer has worked with the fashion retailer’s design team to select a “complete wardrobe of essential pieces” for men. Launching in every H&M store that carries menswear, as well as online, on March 2, the Spring Icons Selected by The Weeknd collection...

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Puma names The Weeknd as new creative collaborator

London - Sportswear brand Puma has named Abel Tesfaye a.k.a. The Weeknd as it latest celebrity global ambassador and new creative collaborator. The Grammy-winning artist, will release a collection of sneakers and apparel that will be a “fusion of Puma’s sport-inspired designs and The Weeknd’s street-motivated aesthetics as seen in his label, XO”...