We present the full sneaker offering of designer Raf Simons for Spring/Summer 2012. Next to existing silhouettes, new ones are also being introduced. The collection has a range of subtle premium sneakers, yet also uses some signature colors, including royal blue and orange. From low to mid and high top, there is a sneaker for the simple dresser and also for the more fashionable guy.

Check out the full sneaker collection after the jump.

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For months rumors are coming up on who will take over the prestigious open creative director seat over at Dior, after the unfortunate departure of Galliano. Now Raf Simons seems to be the candidate of choice. According to Vogue, the brand and the designer are just finalizing the contract. It will be interesting to see what will happen with Jil Sander, where he is creative director at the moment. Also the minimalist aesthetic of Raf Simons is quite far away from the Dior look. Who knows what changes the designer might bring to the historic fashion house. Hopefully we know more in the coming weeks.

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From the new Raf Simons Fall/Winter 2011 Collection we present the Rivet high top sneaker. Coming in a clean premium white leather, the sneaker features denim rivets placed a bit all-over, without taking the concept too far. Most of the lacing is hidden, yet they added one hiking boot eyelet at the top and smartly added velcro to the tongue, which results in a nice form factor of the sneaker. Oki-Ni has it in stock now.

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Earlier today we attended a preview of the Transmission1 exhibition and event curated by none other than fashion designer Raf Simons. The showcase, which currently takes place at the BCC in Berlin, acts as the launch event for the new digital interview magazine by Mercedes Benz, entitled ‘The Avant/Garde Diaries’. The online magazine, which just launched hours ago, features individuals that think out of the box, as well as innovations and extraordinary ideas. Using the video format, ‘avant-garde’ individuals usually go out and introduce the audience to other creative people that have inspired them on their way.

Tranmission1 is essentially a three day festival, where artists and trendsetters present their take on today’s and tomorrow’s world. All artists were hand picked by Raf Simons. The line-up includes Peter Saville, the British art director best known for designing all Joy Division, OMD and New Order covers. In Berlin he showcases his own Mercedes Benz SL 500, built in 1998, with the car playing Joy Division and New Order music. Konstantin Grcic, the industrial designer, created an installation made of chairs, entitled ‘360′. Choreographer and dancer Michael Clark will be performing tonight to David Bowie music. Furthermore a one hour life set will be played by These New Puritans. Artist Peter de Potter created a large scale photographic installation all around the top floor of the BCC building. Further work will be coming from Germaine Kruip, Goose, Begum Sekendiz Bore and Peter Henderson. A highlight for us today was the showcase of the A-Class Showcar Installation, with the car put into a beautiful foggy scenery.

Check out the first videos on The Avant/Garde Diaries here.

Photography: Highsnobiety

Take a preview look at the Transmission1 installations after the jump.

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Raf Simons shares a look into this sneaker collection for Autumn/Winter 2011. As in previous seasons, the designer reworks existing styles in exotic, premium materials and also introduces several all-new silhouettes, for a bold, luxurious range of footwear. Look for these sneakers at select Raf Simons retailers in the coming months.

More images follow after the click.

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Today we can give you a first preview of the upcoming Fred Perry and Raf Simons Spring/Summer 2011 Collection. Both lookbook images and product images are included in the preview, giving you a detailed look at the 7th collection of the two brands.

“For their 7th collaboration the Fred Perry and Raf Simons Spring Summer ‘11 collection goes back to basics, re-working classic Fred Perry pieces by incorporating Simons’ signature minimalist silhouette and styling.

The Fred/Raf hybrid polo shirt is the mainstay of the 38 piece collection. Featuring a traditional shirt stand collar and body darting that creates a slimmer, cleaner silhouette. The key styling detail is the use of Riri zips on select product. Manufactured in Switzerland, made to order and hand-polished the Riri brand has been supplying zips for 100’s of years and adds a ‘couture feel’ to classic Fred Perry fashion sportwear – zips replace the traditional button placket on the polo shirt and are found on side seams of longline, sleeveless pique tunics and slim-fit harrington jackets.

Other key pieces include zip through sweaters, hoodless sleeveless sweaters, skinny fit trousers and shorts.
The 30 leaf Fred Perry laurel originally used in the 1960’s continues to be used exclusively on Fred Perry and Raf Simons collaboration product.”

The collection has been released online today here.

Check out the lookbook and product shots of the collection after the jump.

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For their January 2011 issue Dazed & Confused produced a 15th anniversary Raf Simons special. The video above, entitled “Raf’s Army”, gives a nice look at the shoot.

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We take a first detailed look at the range of sneakers from the Raf Simons Spring/Summer 2011 Collection. Next to existing silhouettes, such as the Belt Sneaker and the Parachute Sneaker, the designer also introduces some new styles. The footwear is upgraded with premium exotic leathers and lots of other interesting add-ons and features.

Take a detailed look at the new Raf Simons sneakers to drop next year after the jump.

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Last week the new exhibition”One Size Fits All” opened its doors in Milan during Fashion Week. Envisioned and organized by former graffiti artist Ivano Atzori aka Dumbo, he brought together some of the world’s most recognized fashion designers and fashion houses to each design a mask for the exhibition. The inspiration of the project comes from Ivano’s days as a graffiti writer. The mask was his main tool to ensure his anonymity. Thus he asked Haider Ackermann, Vivienne Westwood, Missoni, Alessandro Dell’Aqua of N.21, Neil Barrett, Raf Simons, Ennio Capasa, Riccardo Tisci and Bernhald Willhelm to customize and create their own versions of his mask. The opening took place at the Palazo Morando and of course drew in quite the crowd.

Photography: Phil G. for Highsnobiety.com

Take a detailed look at the exhibition after the jump.

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The new Fred Perry x Raf Simons Fall/Winter 2010 Collection has been released over the last couple of weeks in stores around the globe. Today we show you some lookbook images, giving you a better idea of how the different styles and looks play out.

More images of the lookbook follow after the jump.

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The Raf Simons for Fred Perry collection has been an integral part of the FP brand since it’s inception several seasons back. For Fall/Winter 2010 the two labels solidify their partnership with a dually-branded logo patch and a solid lineup of both colorful and toned down knit wear. You can now order Raf Simons x Fred Perry direct from Fred Perry.

Take a leap for the range of new items.

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Designer Raf Simons presents an interesting alteration of his sneaker for Fall/Winter 2010. Basically he fused a classic riding boot with a sneaker. The main thing that the boot has in common with a sneaker is the outer sole. The black colorway is now available from colette.

More detailed images of the new boot sneaker by Raf Simons follow after the jump.

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Willy Vanderperre has produced a short film for the Raf Simons Spring/Summer 2010 Collection. Check it out here above!

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We get a first preview of the Raf Simons Fall/Winter 2010 Sneaker line-up. The fashion designer does not introduce new silhouettes, but presents strong color- and material-combinations of his existing sneaker collection, which boosts some great high top sneakers with interesting features.

Take a close look at the complete Raf Simons Fall/Winter 2010 Sneakers collection after the jump.

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We take an early look at the upcoming Raf Simons x Linda Farrow Fall/Winter 2010 Sunglass Collection. The line consists of overall 6 models, each coming in a variety of colors. Compared to other Linda Farrow collaboration designer collections, the Raf Simons line-up is almost simple and very wearable.

Take a look at the complete line-up after the jump.

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Just the other day we showcased the Fred Perry x Raf Simons Spring/Summer 2010 Collection and here you get a look at the Fall/Winter 2010 line-up. Raf Simons presents lots of knitwear for the winter season with many color accents. Next to the polos the line also consists of a suit, short jacket, knit pieces and more. Also they introduce a new logo patch.

A complete look at the Fred Perry x Raf Simons Fall/Winter 2010 Collection follows after the jump.

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After Raf Simons has already worked with artist Sterling Ruby on the interior of his Tokyo flagship store, the designer now presents a collaborative collection with the artist. Known for his large scale spray painted canvases, the same technique has now been applied on the collection, which consists of denim, denim jackets, blazers and tench coats.

Take a look at the Raf Simons x Sterling Ruby Collection after the jump.

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Today we can give you a complete preview of the new Raf Simons x Fred Perry Spring/Summer 2010 Collection. The line consists this season of polo shirts, shirts, knitwear, jackets and more. The polo shirts and shirts all come with very short collars and in some strong colors, including neon colors. Also the material choice is interesting and offers some alternatives to the regular product that is on the market.

Take a look at the complete Raf Simons x Fred Perry Spring/Summer 2010 Collection after the jump.

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The high top Astronaut sneaker by Raf Simons returns for Spring/Summer 2010 in two new colorways. It comes in all black and also in a multicolor version, using several premium leather on the upper. Both colorways of the sneaker are now available at Barneys.

More detailed images of the two Raf Simons sneakers follow after the jump.

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The latest silhouette to release from the Raf Simons Spring/Summer 2010 Collection is the High Top Strap Sneaker. The sneaker features multiple straps all over the upper and comes in a nice English racing green colorway. You can purchase it now at Oki-Ni.

More detailed images of the Raf Simons Spring/Summer 2010 High Top Sneaker follow after the jump.

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