The Nike x SKIMS Ballet Sneaker, known as the NikeSKIMS Rift Mesh, has launched. Nike and Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS brand have teamed up for their first sneaker collaboration. It was launched on January 26, 2026, it’s an updated version of Nike’s Air Rift from the ’90s, combining ballet-inspired styling with the shoe’s distinctive split-toe feature.

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The original Nike Air Rift, released in 1996, drew inspiration from the barefoot running techniques of athletes in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, and tabi toe (split toe) that allows natural foot movement – That split-toe feature echoes the famous Maison Margiela Tabi shoes (inspired by traditional Japanese tabi socks).

Key features include:

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•  tabi toe for split-toe look and natural foot movement.
• Breathable mesh upper (in the initial release) for a close fit.
• Single midfoot strap for easy entry and a secure fit.
• Minimalist midsole that keeps you close to the ground, reflecting to the original Rift’s barefoot design concept.
• Textured logo outsole for subtle grip.

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The sneaker is suitable for active wear. Kim Kardashian herself said: “There’s something so powerful and beautiful about a ballet flat, which is why reimagining the Nike Rift for the first NikeSKIMS sneaker felt perfect. The Rift isn’t just a shoe, it’s a 90s icon that women everywhere have fallen in love with.”

The debut Rift Mesh (in colors like black) released at $150 and sold out quickly at select retailers. Follow-up drops, like the Rift Satin (with satin uppers in black and silt red), are slated for February 5, 2026, as part of SKIMS’ Spring ’26 collection inspired by modern ballerinas (featuring campaigns with BLACKPINK’s LISA). This extends into apparel, accessories, and now footwear.

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Designer Willy Chavarria took to the runway at Paris Fashion Week to showcase his Fall/Winter 2026 collection, “Eterno.” The presentation combined traditional runway looks with live music and performance elements, creating a hybrid runway experiences.

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Several musicians appeared on stage as the collection was shown. Performers included Mon Laferte, Lunay, Mahmood, Feid, Santos Bravos, Lil Mr. E, and Latin Mafia. The musicians performed throughout the show, intertwining with the runway presentation.

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The show started with slim, tailored pieces, straight-leg trousers paired with blazers and coats. This choice of fitted silhouettes marked a shift from some of Chavarria’s previous work, which often emphasised oversized shapes. A section of the show included workwear pieces under the “Big Willy” label, such as bomber jackets and hoodies. The lineup included items from Chavarria’s work with adidas Originals, featuring tracksuits and sportswear inspired by Chicano culture and streetwear aesthetics. Some final looks in the lineup included outfits with contrasting textures and colors.

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At the end of the presentation, Willy Chavarria joined the models on stage wearing a T‑shirt printed with the phrase “Protection is Love”, statement highlighted in press coverage.

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The FW26 “Eterno” presentation was covered by fashion outlets as one of the most distinctive runway presentations of Paris Fashion Week 2026, noted for its integration of live performance.

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Pharrell Williams revealed Louis Vuitton’s Fall/Winter 2026 menswear collection at Paris Men’s Fashion Week, delivering a presentation. The show took place outside the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris, inside a large cube structure that immediately set it apart from the usual runway format.

The collection focused on quiet elegance. With its glass walls and clean lines set against artificial grass, the space felt more like a modern home than a runway, adding a quiet sense of ease as the models passed through. It felt more like watching scenes from a film than a traditional fashion show. The collection stayed true to a grounded palette, built around beige, brown, grey, black, denim, and cream. From time to time, soft pops of colour including red, yellow, pink, baby blue, and green added warmth.

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The clothes blended classic tailoring with comfort. Long coats, double-breasted jackets, loose trousers, parkas layered over suits, and relaxed knits showed Pharrell’s continued interest in wearable luxury.

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Accessories such as leather caps, polished shoes, and subtle hardware details kept the looks refined and practical. Music played a major role in shaping the atmosphere. A live orchestra performed alongside gospel-style dancers moving to hip-hop rhythms.

The show drew a high-profile crowd. Guests included John Legend, Future, Skepta, SZA, Usher, Jackson Wang, and France’s First Lady, Brigitte Macron. K-pop star BamBam of GOT7 also made his runway debut.

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This collection also marked the beginning of Louis Vuitton’s monogram anniversary year. With Fall 2026, Pharrell Williams continued to shape Louis Vuitton menswear into something thoughtful, and relaxed.

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