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A bag just 18.5 cm wide now carries a price tag of 5.74 million won, roughly the cost of a used car's down payment in Korea. It is the Micro Case from a collaboration between British luggage maker Globe-Trotter and American fashion label Thom Browne. Behind the price sit a 1897 heritage, hand craftsmanship in England and a design language instantly recognizable to fashion insiders. What You Get for 5.74 Million Won The Micro Case weighs 615 g including its shoulder strap. It has a black body with red, white and navy stripes, plus leather corner guards and metal fittings that shape it into a miniature travel trunk. The same collection includes a carry-on at 7.51 million won and a large check-in case at 10.41 million won. Each piece is made by hand in England, and a single suitcase takes 98 steps and about ten days to complete. Globe-Trotter has been building travel cases since 1897, and Thom Browne contributes the tailoring-inspired look that defines his brand. Fine leather finishin...

Swiss watchmaker Piaget has capped production of its Andy Warhol Camouflage watch at 86 pieces worldwide. The official Japanese retail price is 15.2 million yen including tax. Craft, Rarity and the Price Tag The number 86 comes from 1986, the year the American pop artist Andy Warhol made his camouflage self-portrait. The watch has an 18K white gold case, 45mm by 43mm and 8.08mm thick, with a dial of 27 pieces of sodalite, turquoise, yellow gold and pink gold set using gem inlay rather than printed color. Piaget says more than 100 hours went into researching, designing and handcrafting the dial. That figure covers development, not a fixed amount of labor on each watch, so it does not directly show the cost of one piece. Inside is Piaget's in-house automatic caliber 501P1: 20.8mm wide, 3.63mm thick, beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, with 23 jewels and a 40-hour power reserve. It shows hours and minutes only, with no complications such as a tourbillon, so the price leans on preci...

Bottega Veneta is putting Moomin comic panels, dialogue and all, onto leather goods for a 23-piece collaboration launching in Japan in November 2026. The small bifold wallet with black-and-white comic art starts at 119,900 yen. From Newspaper Strip to Intrecciato Leather Moomin first appeared in 1945 in 'The Moomins and the Great Flood' by Finnish author Tove Jansson. The comic strip began in 1954 in London's Evening News, reaching adult readers as well as children, and it poked fun at greed, social status and vanity. Her brother Lars Jansson joined the strip in the late 1950s and took over the drawing in 1960, and it ran until 1975. So the artwork is not the work of Tove alone. Bottega Veneta did not simply borrow Moomin's round face. It printed multi-panel comic sections, including expressions, English dialogue and panel borders, onto its woven intrecciato leather. The medium bifold wallet costs 138,600 yen, and the Large Pinacoteca tote, reversible and covered in sce...

At SEMA 2026 in Las Vegas, builders showed supercars from the 1980s and 1990s that had been stretched, widened and rebuilt, including a Ferrari Testarossa with two extra wheels and a Bugatti EB110 that grew about 20 cm wider. A McLaren 750S wearing 1990s Mercedes-Benz race car styling and an air-suspended Lamborghini Huracan rounded out the show, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from November 3 to 6. How Far Did the Builders Go? The Ferrari F6, built by Gas Monkey Garage, keeps the Testarossa's low body and long side intakes but adds a rear axle. The original 4.9-liter V12 is gone, replaced by a supercharged 6.2-liter GM LT4 V8 that the builder rates at about 1,200 horsepower. The drivetrain, frame and rear suspension were rebuilt. It is a 6x4 layout, so the two front wheels steer and the four rear wheels drive. The Bugatti EB110, owned by collector Greg Park, took a gentler path. Designer Jon Sibal drew the widebody look and Phiaro Bespoke made new fenders, side skirts, int...

British label JW Anderson and American footwear brand UGG have launched their first collaboration for Fall/Winter 2026, putting a penny loafer strap on a suede boot. The round toe, roomy suede body and shearling lining of classic UGG remain, while the vamp gets a new structure. Loafer Details on a Familiar Boot The collection arrived on October 15 with two styles: a Loafer Boot built on the Classic Ultra Mini and a Loafer based on the Tasman. Both come in Chestnut, Khaki and Orange. In the US, the Loafer is priced at 300 dollars and the Loafer Boot at 400 dollars. Designer Jonathan Anderson added a saddle strap across the instep and box stitching around the toe. The soft suede, shearling lining, rounded toe and sole are carried over from the originals. The campaign, shot by Tanya and Zhenya Posternak with styling by Benjamin Bruno, features model and actor Kaia Gerber in a khaki boot with a black one-shoulder dress and a chestnut boot with wide denim. Musician Dev Hynes wears the low c...

Pharrell Williams has rebuilt Louis Vuitton's travel bags and shoes for the Spring/Summer 2027 men's pre-collection. Under the theme 'Whatever the Weather,' the bags look sun-faded, mixed with suede and rain-like details, while the footwear borrows thick soles from outdoor gear. Wear and Tear, by Design The worn textures, raindrops and mud marks are not the result of long use. They were designed from the start. The Monogram Reporter, inspired by 1980s workwear and outdoor equipment, pairs coated canvas with brown suede and leather in faded blue and yellow Monogram. It appears on the Keepall, Nil, Flaneur and Christopher, as well as hard-sided trunks and watch cases. A related Monogram Surplus Brut uses laser-printed denim that looks washed out by rain. The Keepall 35 even carries glossy, three-dimensionally printed raindrops. Footwear gets the same treatment. The LV Drop 300 combines mohair, mesh and suede, while the LV Ranger is a lightweight walking boot in black sued...

In the US, Globe-Trotter's Centenary carry-on sells for $2,695, while the version made with American fashion brand Thom Browne costs $4,250. That is a gap of $1,555, or about 57.7 percent, for two cases with the same exterior size and empty weight. Same Case, Different Details Both carry-ons measure 42 x 56 x 21 cm and weigh 4.2 kg when empty, and they share the same basic travel case structure. The Thom Browne collaboration carry-on is priced at 7.51 million won in South Korea. The Micro Case costs 5.74 million won and the Check-in costs 10.41 million won. The collection, which blends British luggage-making know-how with the design of an American fashion label, was unveiled on October 30, 2026. Globe-Trotter was founded in 1897 and has long built its cases from a vulcanised fibreboard body, leather corner protectors and metal locks. The Thom Browne pieces follow the same materials and construction. What changes is the finer leather specification, the colors, the interior fabric an...

Slathering on heavy moisturizer and face oil but still feeling that tight, cracking sensation by evening? The real culprit may not be your cream but your cleansing routine. Dermatologists, including experts from the Korean Dermatological Association, point to the squeaky-clean double cleanse as a major reason winter skin barriers break down. The Squeaky-Clean Trap The outermost layer of your skin acts as a barrier that blocks harmful substances and keeps moisture in. Think of it as a brick wall: skin cells are the bricks, while ceramides, cholesterol and free fatty acids are the mortar that fills the gaps. A cleansing oil or water followed by an alkaline foam cleanser, scrubbed in hard, can strip away not only makeup and grime but also the natural lipids that hold that mortar together. That squeaky feeling after washing is not freshness. It means the protective oil film is gone. Once the barrier is damaged, transepidermal water loss (TEWL), the rate at which water evaporates from skin,...

The first newly built train set for the Gimpo Goldline, the driverless light rail serving a commuter city west of Seoul, arrived at the Gimpo Han River Depot on November 6. Gimpo City plans to put it into passenger service at the end of December after further testing. From Factory to Track in One Night Built at Hyundai Rotem's Changwon plant, the train left the factory on November 5 and reached the depot the next day, where a crane lowered the car bodies onto bogies on the track. City officials had carried out final shipment inspections from November 2 to 4, checking documents, parts, interior equipment, safety features and transport readiness. Next comes a 1,000 km trial run on the depot tracks and main line to confirm that the vehicles work smoothly with the signaling and communication systems. Once all tests are passed, the train enters service. When the expansion is complete, daily train sets will rise from 29 to 34, cars from 58 to 68, and daily runs from 518 to 524. Peak-hour...

Hong Ji-suk studied microbiology at Seoul National University, moved into management information systems and HR, and later turned to brand strategy and art. Today she leads Art Token and runs the Art Cube 2R2 gallery, two ventures that treat an artist's time as something worth preserving. From Living Systems to Art Her training in microbiology taught her to watch small changes and relationships. HR consulting, including SAP HR system work, shifted that attention to people and organizations. Studying brands then showed her how images are passed on and remembered, and she came to see art as a powerful language of communication. She studied art history, painted herself, joined a collective that exhibits every year, and showed work in France. A key figure in her story is Bang Hae-ja, an artist who spent decades building her own language of light with hanji (traditional Korean mulberry paper) and natural pigments. They met at Healience Sunmaeul, a nature-based wellness retreat in Korea,...

A 5,790-euro espresso machine still needs its insides cleaned with detergent every one to two weeks. Depending on conditions of use, it also needs a yearly check by a professional technician. That applies to the limited-edition Linea Micra, a collaboration between Porsche and Italian espresso maker La Marzocco. It wears the design language of a 1972 sports car, but it works like any other machine: it heats water and uses pressure to extract coffee. Beauty on the Outside, Maintenance on the Inside The Porsche edition went on sale on October 30, with a recommended European price of 5,790 euros. That is about 63.3 percent above the standard model's German starting price of 3,546.20 euros. The cup rail echoes the colors and ducktail spoiler of the Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7, and the machine also has custom-made handles and limited-edition trim. The styling is different, but the upkeep is not. To last for years, the brewing unit, boiler, water supply and steam system all need regular ca...

Disney+ original series 'The Remarried Empress' is drawing strong reviews from overseas outlets after its debut, positioning itself as a fresh live-action take on Korean romance fantasy. It follows Empress Navier, played by Shin Min-a, through a collapsing marriage, a remarriage and the power politics of an imperial court. A Royal Romance With Real Stakes The first four episodes arrived on Nov. 3, one day earlier than planned. Screen Rant reportedly called it the best K-drama of the year, while Collider and RIOTUS praised how immersive the story is in its fictional empire. The series also made The New York Times' list of must-watch shows for November. The story begins when Navier, empress of the Eastern Empire, is told by Emperor Sovieshu that he wants a divorce. Sovieshu has fallen for Rastah, a runaway slave. Navier agrees on one condition: that he approve her remarriage to Prince Heinley of the Western Kingdom. Shin Min-a plays Navier, with Joo Ji-hoon as Sovieshu, Lee J...

Chanel's little black dress turns 100 this year, and Matthieu Blazy has given it a sharper edge for his first Cruise collection at the house. Shown for 2026/27, the collection reimagines the classic as a 'revenge dress' on the beach. A Cruise Collection Rooted in Biarritz The starting point is Biarritz, the coastal city in southwestern France where Gabrielle Chanel opened her couture house in 1915. The campaign, photographed by Alec Soth, was set on the city's Grande Plage. Blazy uses the location to rework today's wardrobe where the brand's story began. The collection's idea of 'free formality' is about mixing. Tailored black suits sit beside woven brown bags, and a flowing cream dress gains black trim and a waist knot. Tweed jackets are layered over swimwear, paired with swim-cap-style hats and tall boots. The approach favors wearing everyday jackets and dresses in new combinations rather than buying separate vacation clothes. The black dress ancho...

Louis Vuitton's Spring/Summer 2027 men's pre-collection, designed by Pharrell Williams, loosens up the classic suit. Coats grow longer, trousers widen, and a belt cinches the waist of tailored jackets. Built around the theme 'Whatever the Weather,' the collection pairs traditional tailoring with sportswear comfort and layering. Wider Coats, Belted Suits The suit's formal markers are all still there: shirts, ties, lapels and double-breasted closures. What changes is proportion. Shoulders and sleeves gain room, trouser legs flare wide, and only the waist is pulled in, often with a belt added to a charcoal suit jacket. A navy long coat falls nearly to the knee over light beige trousers, while a gray double-breasted coat with broad lapels sits over black pieces. A dark brown coat layers a gray jacket and a bright shirt, with a flash of yellow inside, and ends in sneakers rather than leather shoes. Another look slips a blue zip-collar layer between the shirt and tie unde...

  벨라 하디드의 스프레이 드레스로 세계를 놀라게 한 코페르니, 대주주·유통사와의 분쟁 끝에 사업 중단 Y/프로젝트에 이어 파리 독립 브랜드의 위기 확산… 창의성보다 자금과 유통 지배력이 생존을 좌우하는 패션산업 [KtN 임우경기자]2022년 파리 패션위크에서 벨라 하디드(Bella Hadid)의 몸에 액체 섬유를 분사해 흰색 드레스를 완성했던 코페르니(Coperni)가 사업을 중단한다. 디자이너의 상상력을 기술로 구현해 세계 패션계의 관심을 끌었던 프랑스 브랜드가 2026년 11월 4일 운영 종료를 발표했다. 파리에서 가장 실험적인 컬렉션을 선보여 온 브랜드 가운데 하나가 디자인이나 창작 활동의 종료를 스스로 선택한 것이 아니라 대주주이자 독점 유통사와의 금융·경영권 분쟁을 해결하지 못해 사업을 접게 됐다는 점에서 패션산업의 구조적인 불안정성이 드러났다. 코페르니의 공동 창업자 아르노 바양(Arnaud Vaillant)과 세바스티앙 메이어(Sébastien Meyer)는 4일 프랑스 운영법인 코페르니 SAS(Coperni SAS)의 사업 중단을 발표했다. 영국의 패션 유통·브랜드 개발기업 투모로우(Tomorrow Ltd.)와 미지급금 및 계약 관계를 둘러싼 분쟁이 수개월간 이어졌고, 협상으로 해결책을 찾지 못했다. 두 창업자는 브랜드를 보존하기 위해 가능한 노력을 기울였지만 합의에 이르지 못했다고 밝혔다. 코페르니 SAS는 프랑스에서 디자인과 일상적인 사업 운영, 인력 고용을 담당해 온 법인이다. 코페르니 FW25가 선보인 ‘게이머 뷰티’ 트렌드. 사진=Coperni, K trendy NEWS DB ⓒ케이 트렌디뉴스 무단전재 및 수집, 재배포금지 코페르니는 2013년 처음 설립됐으며 2018~2019년 재출범을 거치면서 현재 알려진 브랜드의 형태를 갖췄다. 창업자들이 사업 중단을 알리며 언급한 8년은 재출범 이후의 활동 기간과 연결된다. 운영법인의 사업 종료가 발표됐지만 코페르니라는 브랜드 명칭과 지식재산권이 앞으로 누구의 통제 아래 놓일지, 다른 사...

  프랑스가 읽은 ‘물질에서 태어나는 빛’…한지와 흙에서 샤르트르의 유리까지 원과 입자, 하늘과 땅, 마음과 우주를 잇는 60년…오늘 다시 읽는 한국의 빛 [KtN 박준식기자] 프랑스 샤르트르 대성당 생피아 예배당의 유리창으로 햇빛이 들어오면 방혜자 작가의 푸른 원과 주황빛이 건축 안으로 번진다. 종이와 천연안료, 흙과 부직포에 스미던 빛이 말년에는 태양광을 직접 받아들이는 스테인드글라스가 됐다. 한지의 섬유 안에서 조용히 올라오던 밝음은 유리를 지나 벽과 바닥, 그곳에 선 사람에게까지 닿는다. 방혜자 작가가 60년 넘게 좇았던 빛의 긴 여정이 샤르트르에서 실제 자연광과 만난 셈이다. 방혜자, 천지에 마음의 빛 뿌리며 간다. 사진= K trendy NEWS DB ⓒ케이 트렌디뉴스 무단전재 및 수집, 재배포금지 프랑스는 일찍부터 방혜자 작가의 빛을 재료의 문제와 함께 읽었다. 파리 세르누치박물관이 2019년 회고전에 붙인 ‘Et la matière devint lumière’라는 제목은 우리말로 옮기면 ‘그리고 물질은 빛이 되었다’에 가깝다. 한지와 천연안료를 한국적 재료로 소개하는 데 그치지 않고 종이와 안료, 흙의 입자가 어떻게 밝음으로 바뀌는지를 방혜자 회화의 중심에 놓았다. 샤르트르에서는 오랫동안 이어온 원형을 우주와 연결해 읽었고, 빛에서 생명으로, 생명에서 사랑으로, 다시 기쁨과 평화로 이어지는 작가의 세계를 받아들였다. K-아트를 생각할 때 방혜자 작가가 중요한 이유도 여기에 있다. 한국을 상징하는 소재를 많이 사용해서가 아니다. 한국에서 익힌 재료와 사유를 자기 언어로 만들고, 그 언어가 국경을 넘어 다른 문화권에서도 읽힐 수 있는 깊이에 도달했다. 1961년 파리로 떠난 뒤 서구 미술을 접했고, 한국으로 돌아와 닥지를 새롭게 만났으며, 다시 프랑스로 건너간 뒤에도 한지를 놓지 않았다. 프랑스 남부 루시용의 붉은 흙은 한국의 종이를 만나 작품 안으로 들어왔다. 자연의 음양과 계절, 오행에 대한 생각은 천체와 성운, 새벽의 빛으로 넓어졌다. ...

A home espresso machine that sells for 3,546.20 euros in Germany now has a Porsche-styled twin priced at 5,790 euros. That 2,243.80 euro gap, about 63.3%, buys a 1972 sports car paint scheme, special trim and a limited-edition plate rather than a new brewing system. What the Premium Pays For The Porsche x La Marzocco collection went on sale on October 30 and centers on the Linea Micra espresso machine and the Pico grinder. The Linea Micra is a dual-boiler semi-automatic machine from Italian maker La Marzocco, and its core hardware carries over unchanged. The design draws on the 1972 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7, with a cup rail shaped like the car's ducktail spoiler, RS and 2.7 engraved handles, a pressure gauge in red and green, and body finishes matched to the car's colors. A magnetic RS 2.7 badge and a numbered plate complete the look. In the US, the standard machine starts at 4,500 dollars versus 7,911 dollars for the collaboration, a 75.8% gap. The Pico grinder rises from 1,...