Marking two decades of pioneering fashion, SSENSE launches its XX program – a spectacular series of 20 projects that reminisce the journey while setting sights on the future. Spanning weekdays until November 7th, SSENSE XX will see 20 distinctive drops, with each echoing the brand’s deep-rooted commitment to innovative design and collaboration.
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One standout feature of this celebration is the exclusive capsule collection by Rick Owens, an iconic figure who has been synonymous with SSENSE since the beginning. But this collection isn’t just about Rick Owens; it’s a blend of his theatrical genius with the artistry of Kembra Pfahler, a multidisciplinary artist and a dear friend of Owens.
Dubbed RICK OWENS\KEMBRA PFAHLER, the capsule resonates with edgy vibes and a blend of styles. The highlight of this collection is the striking Red & White TVHKB Edition Flag Scarf, a piece that draws its inspiration from the backdrop flag of Pfahler’s electrifying performances with her glam-punk band, The Voluptuous Horror of Karen Black.
Giving fans a deeper insight into this collaboration, SSENSE facilitated a comprehensive three-way Zoom conversation between Owens, Pfahler, and the SSENSE team. It was a raw, unfiltered exploration of the vision shared by two creative giants.
Rick Owens, often dubbed “the lord of darkness,” has been at the forefront of dark, theatrical fashion since 1994. His Paris-based label, known for its unique fusion of history, symbolism, and avant-garde inventiveness, has attracted a cult following that eagerly waits for each season’s offerings. In 2017, Robert Grunenberg aptly described Owens’ appeal in an SSENSE feature, “This darkness that Rick Owens transcends every season with his collections is a hybrid of sinister grunge and black glamour.”
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RICK OWENS CAPSULE COLLECTION
As the fashion world looks forward to more such drops from SSENSE XX, this collaboration with Rick Owens and Kembra Pfahler has undoubtedly set a high bar, reinforcing the legacy of SSENSE in curating and celebrating iconic fashion moments.
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