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Post Malone has pulled back the curtains on a brand-new bottle of Maison No. 9, his French Rosé, alongside a selection of merch.

The artist took to Twitter to unveil the revamped 2021 Maison No. 9, which comes with a refreshed logo and a new overall design. “We’re back with a fresh new look and exclusive offer,” says the post. Joining the redesign is a series of merch like T-shirts, hats, long-sleeves and hoodies, branded with “Maison No. 9.” Each piece comes is emblazoned with a motif of a sword, which is also printed on the bottle. 

Post Malone’s new Maison No. 9 and accompanying merch will be available on April 8, 12 p.m. EST on Vivino’s website — prices have yet to be disclosed, but those who buy a bottle will receive 20 percent off on any of the merch.

John Elliott has been on an in-house shoe streak recently, serving up future classics like the Edition One Runner and Grace Slide Sandal in various colorways and textiles. Now, the Californian designer launches another silhouette, though it’s not entirely new: meet the Creeper II, a remix of the original 2017 design.

Part of John Elliott’s expansive Spring/Summer 2021 lineup, the boot is a flip of the original patent leather makeup, updated with higher-end textiles and some subtle revisions. These range from a shiny spazzalato leather upper to the weighty EVA midsole that gives the shoe its name, wrapped in crepe and set atop a gently rippled outsole. There’s also a custom-molded heel spoiler that gives the shoe’s ankle opening sculptural grace. 

The Italian-made Creeper II is available on John Elliott’s web store and the brand’s stores for $598 USD. Like some of the previous releases, the shoe’s purchase partially supports a charitable endeavor: specifically, 10% of sales will be sent to UCLA’s Medical School to ensure a positive outlook for health education.

First partnering in 2017, Chinese label SANKUANZ has introduced another joint effort with G-SHOCK. This joint effort is much more low-key than the duo’s first partnership, which splashed camouflage over a white base; this drop instead favors a minimalist metal façade, quietly updated with technical flair and a price point to match.

Weighing in at $3,900 NT (approximately 1,366 USD), SANKUANZ’s G-SHOCK MTG-B2000SKZ is rich with high-end detail befitting one of the watch brand’s higher-end pieces. A blacked-out carbon fiber-infused metal case and matching double-layer composite strap (metal up top and bold green below) feature the usual G-SHOCK toughness one expects from the Japanese company, alongside Bluetooth and MULTIBAND six-station radio wave reception, which users can connect to their phones via G-SHOCK’s Connected app, which also allows for accurate time-setting.

The watch face is similarly muted for a an understated finish and contrast against the fluorescent green second hand and buttons that match the hues seen beneath the strap. SANKUANZ branding and its “KILL THE WALL” verbiage are emblazoned atop the strap, offering subtle branding that complements the look of the packaging.

The collaborative MTG-B2000SKZ watch is now available at https://www.casio.com.tw/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”>Casio’s Taiwanese web store and local retailers.Jerry Lorenzo‘s Fear of God ESSENTIALS is known for its clean staples, and now it rounds off its casually-informed wardrobe with the release of its Tennis Shoe Mid.

Following on from the Tennis Lows that dropped last fall, this mid-top version comprises recycled calf leather in a clean flat white finish, white laces, and a white rubber sole unit for a look that’s undeniably tennis-informed. Designed as an answer to Americana staples that can be used in all occasions, this pair is fitted with very little in terms of detail which makes it a shoe that’s destined to be a go-to.

Stitching acts as one of the only forms of detail on the upper, hitting areas such as the mid-panel, tongue, and heel, with the latter being served in black leather as a piece of contrast. “ESSENTIALS” branding has been embossed into the sidewall on the lateral side of each shoe, while a full leather lining rounds out the sneaker.

Take a look at the Emma Louise Swanson-shot campaign above, and pick up the Fear of God ESSENTIALS Tennis Shoe Mid for $295 USD from retailers such as PacSun and many others around the world.

STREETWEAR: DRAKE SHARES NEW IMAGES OF UPCOMING NOCTA DROP

Drake and Nike are giving fans a closer look at the latest offerings from NOCTA, the duo’s buzzy sub-label. Preparing for the second drop of NOCTA’s GORE-TEX capsule collection, a series of moody lookbook shots spotlight the range.

A black GORE-TEX jacket is accented with a tonal diamond pattern at the back, while a rip-stop vest is constructed with sealed zippers and Nike co-branding. Cargo pocket hoodies  and nylon sweatpants offer more utilitarian apparel options. Accessories including perforated gloves and paneled caps are also featured in the new images.

Drake x Nike’s NOCTA Drop 2 releases at the Nike website on April 7.

TIMS: AIMÉ LEON DORE X TIMBERLAND REVAMP THE 3-EYE LUG

Aimé Leon Dore and Timberland have announced a new footwear collaboration, a team-up uniting two labels that symbolize New York City and its rich culture.

ALD, founded in Queens, revamps Timbs’ 3-Eye Lug, a silhouette originally introduced in 1978. The boat shoe-inspired lace-up is constructed from a leather upper arriving in three colorways: tan, chestnut brown and navy blue. A tonal lacing system detailed with gold eyelets wraps around the shoe, and a rubber lug outsole adds durability. The Timberland logo is embossed at the lateral, accompanied by an Aimé Leon Dore label stitched to the rear.

The Aimé Leon Dore x Timberland 3-Eye Lug retails for $170 USD and releases at the Aimé Leon Dore website on April 2. The shoe will see a second launch on April 9 at the Timberland website.

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ART: Spanish Police Seize Fake Artworks Selling for $14.7 Million USD / Photographer Mark Greenberg Turns Andy Warhol Portrait Into NFT

Spanish police seized three fake artworks from a collector who was allegedly trying to sell them on the black market for €12.5 million EUR (roughly $14.7 million USD).

The Generalitat Valencia Police said that the paintings, which were attributed to famous painters Amedeo Modigliani, Francisco Goya and El Greco, were proven false by several Spanish art authorities. A collector from the Spanish province of Toledo was working with art dealers to sell the works in exchange for a 10 percent cut of the sales.

One of the pieces, which mimics Modigliani’s signature surrealist style, came with documents that were allegedly forged in order to prove authenticity. The piece was intended to be marketed to buyers in Switzerland, Mexico and Germany and was valued at €8.5 million EUR (approximately $9.9 million USD). The other paintings also had similarly counterfeit documentation.

Antonio López, the head of the Historical Heritage group of the Police of the Generalitat, warned that the resale of forgeries is a “persistent problem in the art market.” Modigliani is widely considered to be one of the most frequently forged artists in the world.New York-based photographer Mark Greenberg is currently selling a one of one NFT collectible called the PORTRAIT featuring his film snapshot of Andy Warhol. The photograph depicts the late pop artist standing before his iconic Electric Chairscreenprints. The image was captured in 1985 when Greenberg spent a day with Warhol at his Factory Studio in Manhattan during an assignment for the Associated Press.

“Greenberg found Warhol ‘quiet yet cooperative.’ Standing in the same room as the man deemed ‘The Pope of Pop,’ Greenberg was curious to understand how Warhol masterfully created his own legendary image,” as per a press statement. “On a whim, Greenberg thought it might be fun to shoot Warhol holding a sign that stated the obvious. To his delight, Warhol agreed.”

Greenberg was 28-years-old when worked as the NYC Assignment Editor for the Associated Press. He then went on to photograph the world often alongside his friend and fellow photographer, Peter Beard. In the years since, Greenberg became a two-time best-selling author and Pulitzer Prize-nominated photographer.

The PORTRAIT is currently being sold as an NFT on Rarible’s platform. The purchase includes the IPFS CID to the full-res file (234mb file, sized at 7,200 x 10,800 or 24x36in at 300dpi) which was scanned from the original Kodachrome 64 slide.The Louvre has made its entire art collection available online and for free.

The new Collections database is comprised of 482,000 works from the French museum, the Musée National Eugène-Delacroix, the Tuileries and Carrousel gardens sculptures, plus “MNR” (Musées Nationaux Récupération, or National Museums Recovery) pieces that were found after World War II and were handed over to the Louvre until they can be returned to the real owners.

Researchers and art enthusiasts will be pleased with the database as they can explore through simple or advanced researches, entries by each curatorial department and even themed albums. There is also an interactive map that will help visitors explore the Louvre room by room and will be available in French, English, Spanish and Chinese. The Collections database can be accessed on tablets and computers but will work best on smartphones, and will continue to grow as museum experts update it on the regular.

“Today, the Louvre is dusting off its treasures, even the least-known,” Jean-Luc Martinez, President-Director of the Musée du Louvre, said in a statement. “For the first time, anyone can access the entire collection of works from a computer or smartphone for free, whether they are on display in the museum, on loan, even long-term, or in storage. The Louvre’s stunning cultural heritage is all now just a click away! I am sure that this digital content is going to further inspire people to come to the Louvre to discover the collections in person.”

Visit the new database on the official Louvre Collections website.