Unconventional Cuts 

If you’ve spent much time on TikTok, you’ve probably been bombarded by every fit-pic Gen Z’s influencer newest obsession, vintage and current Mugler. That classic strass star has consumed feeds and it’s clear to see why, the late Thierry Mugler had his feet firmly planted in the future, exhibiting cyberpunk designs since the 90s. The 21st centaury is officially no different. Unconventional cut outs aren’t new to fashion and were certainly popular all of last year, but the classic cut-out bodysuits shown at Mugler’s Spring/Summer 22 are definitely giving Leeloo. These types of designs are very versatile, and perfect for dealing with the rolling heatwaves brought on by the increasingly ignored climate change issue (very cyberpunk of us). 

NFT Fashion 

There is a lot of controversy surrounding NFTs. What do they do? Why should I care? These questions are warranted, and some may never get the answers they really want, but when has fashion ever been about staying in the box – or in this case, the tangible. Fashion shows have been held in the metaverse since its conception and include the likes of Dolce & Gabbana and Karl Lagerfeld. Brands such as Tribute brand have created ‘contactless and cyber’ fashion that can be  worn in this other realm and include innovations not yet possible in our reality. NFT fashion might be an easier, more interesting way to try on your favourite brands clothes and collabs. 

Chrome Makeup 

When it comes to cyberpunk makeup, keep it chrome. Cyberpunk fashion across film is always dramatic and diverse, as is the makeup, but the skin is often clean and shiny. The best base, in our opinion, for cyberpunk makeup is an iridescent highlight across the nose bridge, from the cheeks to the eyebrows and across the cupids bow. Think Mad Max. No one knows what the future holds, you could be a cyborg for all we know, just keep the skin makeup light and glimmery. Afterwards, using a kohl liner, consider lining your waterline for a more dressed down, grungy look or create sharp eyeliner starting from beneath the tear duct and bringing it out. 

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Punk Hair 

Many of the biggest nerd crushes in cyberpunk have bright hair. Reds, oranges, purples and even holographic hair. Some people perceive cyberpunk as very goth and dark, and maybe the future will be like that, but that’s so orthodox. The punk of the future is bright and in your face, they do not exist by the tenets of today. If you are considering dying your hair, a red or orange, you’ll be glad to know that they are the colours of this year so even if you don’t commit to the cyberpunk look, you’ll still be ‘in’. Otherwise, consider punking up your hair with some gel. You can sleek back and stick out hairs with a good holding gel or even twist the hairs into pseudo dreads by putting your gel on your finger and curling small sections of hair. 

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Innovative Accessories 

The tricky part of emulating cyberpunk fashion is, in many ways, we aren’t there yet. The fashion in these films are fabricated from techniques and materials not yet in our capabilities. However, we aren’t that far. Innovative accessories are everywhere, consider the Coperni x Heven glass bags that have been seen spotted all around since it was seen on Doja Cat and Kylie Jenner. Maybe it’s not the most convenient, but the future isn’t either. It’s innovative, as is cyber punk, and we will for sure be seeing more strange designs coming out of fashion in the next few years. 

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Burberry’s Virtual Handbags

Many of us might not understand, but the metaverse will change fashion. We have seen Fashion Week and other fashion shows in the metaverse, a network of 3D virtual worlds. And even Coach and Gucci expanded their collections into the metaverse. Now Burberry is joining the metaverse forces by releasing a collection of virtual handbags in collaboration with Roblox. 

The limited edition of virtual handbags will only be available on Roblox, allowing users to dress their avatar in designer items. Inspired by the Burberry signature Lola bag, the collaboration is influenced by the brand’s “affinity for nature and the outdoors”. The bags usually cost about £1,500.00 and are available for 800 Robux (£8.99). 

Burberry will launch the limited edition bags every day from the 11th of June till the 15th, with every bag only being available for 24 hours. 

Adidas x Wood Wood 

The Adidas Originals “Forum Low” were released in the 80s. With their relaxed design, they were made for basketball but soon took over the music scene. Now, the retro shoe comes in a new design, making it perfect for the tennis court. 

Adidas and Copenhagen-based lifestyle brand Wood Wood have joined forces to reinterpret the 80s classic. Re-envisioned by WOOD WOOD’s co-founder Brian SS Jensen, they created a no-fuss tennis shoe. They swapped the Velcro fastening with laces to achieve that but kept the iconic “Forum Low” design. The shoes come in three colour stories, paying homage to the 80s colours: Mustard Yellow, Burnt Orange and the Wood Wood exclusive Electric blue. The new design also keeps the characteristic smooth white leather, the perforated toe box, the mesh tongue and, of course, the three stripes. 

The collection launched on June 13, with a global launch following on July 21. 

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A new meta-created fashion marketplace has arrived. Balenciaga, Prada, and Thom Browne were announced to be the first fashion brands at Meta Avatar Store. Starting this week, customers will be able to dress their avatars in iconic brand digital outfits via Meta Avatar Store. It will be available on Instagram, Messenger, and Facebook.

A new research report from the Institute of Digital Fashion suggested that people want more choices for diverse representation in online spaces which represents a huge opportunity for fashion brands.

Balenciaga CEO Cédric Charbit declared in a press release: “Web3 and Meta are bringing unprecedented opportunities for Balenciaga, our audience, and our products, opening up new territories for luxury.”

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Instagram VP of fashion partnerships Eva Chen, announced the updates via Instagram Live on Friday, saying that these capabilities will be available next week, starting with the US, Canada, Thailand, and Mexico.

The items for sale in the avatar store will range from $2.99 to $8.99 to start.

Starting with well-regarded brands was a key first step, said Mark Zukerberg, adding that the vision is to expand access. There are plans to expand this new project to independent creators, so they can sell their designs.“We want to create a marketplace so creators, over time, can design clothing and sell it,” Zuckerberg said. “A lot of the dream is to make it accessible to anyone. If you want to design fashion today, you need the physical materials and equipment, but in the future, anyone with a computer and imagination will be able to come up with ideas for this.”

For brands, this offers exponential ways to sell digital assets to consumers across multiple platforms, scenarios, and identities. Virtual fashion and customizable avatars are slowly becoming the next direct-to-consumer opportunity, especially for Gen Z customers who are increasingly willing to spend time and money in digital worlds.

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