CASABLANCA Fall/Winter 2024
by Adriano Batista
For its Fall/Winter 2024 collection titled “Venus as a Boy”, Casablanca was inspired by ancient Greece. This collection is about reimagination, not only of the past, but also of the present.
The name of the collection comes from a song by Bjork, which itself reimagines the idea of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, who was originally based on the Greek goddess Aphrodite. Venus as a Boy becomes a metaphor for the essence of the collection, as well as a reflection of the personal philosophy of Charaf Tajer, the founder and creative director of Casablanca.
By playing with the ideas of time, re-contextualization, and the interplay of history and the contemporary, Casablanca’s new collection draws its primary inspiration from the mysterious and transformative Eleusinian Mysteries. These were secretive rites that took place in the ancient Greek city of Eleusis, near Athens, and attracted some of the most influential figures of that time, such as Plato, Aristotle, Herodotus, Sophocles, and Euripides. The participants of these rites experienced mind-expanding visions and revelations, facilitated by psychedelics like LSD and mushrooms.
Casablanca shares a similar philosophy of using psychedelics to enhance creativity and communicate ideas through its collections. Tajer and Steve Grimes, the art director of Casablanca, have always been fascinated by ancient Greece, and its holistic vision of art, architecture, philosophy, and society. They wanted to express this vision in a collection dedicated to ancient Greece, but not in a way that merely replicates the past, but rather in a way that highlights its enduring relevance and sophistication.
Through the combination of philosophy, architecture, and sports, along with Casablanca’s distinctive idealistic and psychedelic identity, the collection becomes a captivating mosaic, illustrating the timeless connection between the past and the present. What may seem ancient reveals itself as a source of wisdom and elegance, creating a visual and conceptual bridge that illuminates the continuous thread of ideas and societal evolution.
Check out the collection below:
AMI Spring/Summer 2024 Campaign
Isabel Marant Fall/Winter 2024
Gabe Gordon’s Fall/Winter 2025 Ready-To-Wear Collection, titled Rubber Boyfriend, is a story told through clothing.
With its rich history and welcoming open-mindedness, the German capital keeps attracting talented designers from all horizons.
“Ti Amo Carne” is a celebration of Carne Bollente’s bold, sex-positive spirit, inviting everyone to live freely and enjoy life to the fullest.
The campaign was shot in the heart of Paris by photographer Robin Galiegue and aims to capture the essence of the casual style.
To celebrate Valentine’s Day, Fursac unveiled a limited-edition Chambray shirt that mixes workwear and Western styles, both of which are big parts of Fursac’s look.
Titled Fragmented Royalty, the collection reimagines royal clothing, inspired by Danish princesses Alexandra, Dagmar, and Thyna.
Patta’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection is a celebration of the streets and the life they hold.
Designer Willy Chavarria and rapper Kendrick Lamar unveil their limited edition sports-style clothing collaboration.
Reese Cooper’s work here is about rethinking what outdoor-inspired fashion can be.
The collaboration brings together the AMIRI Skel Top-Low and Maison MIHARA YASUHIRO OG Sole Sneakers ‘PETERSON,’ honoring the distinct identities of both brands.
Titled Altai Turks/Altaicana, the collection draws inspiration from the Altai people, their deep connection to nature, ancient traditions, and rich mythology.
Y-3’s Spring/Summer 2025 campaign brings together two unique figures: Noah Lyles, the fastest man alive, and A$AP Nast, a true original.
This Bao Family and Puma teamed up to celebrate the Chinese New Year, with a bright red football jersey.
Eli Russell Linnetz, Founder and Creative Director of ERL, unveiled his Fall/Winter 2025 collection.
The Icon Series offers cool and functional pieces that work for both professional and casual settings.
Founded in West Hollywood by Alexander Del Rae and Andrew Gleason, Adlan Fragrances is known for its signature graphite stoneware vessel with hand-poured coconut wax blends that are expertly curated scents
Louis Vuitton has named Tyshawn Jones as a Friend of the House, continuing its focus on connecting with talent outside of fashion and building a stronger menswear community.
LOEWE’s Ballet Runner 2.0 is set to launch in February, bringing a fresh take on the original Ballet Runner from 2019.
The campaign highlights the brand’s focus on quality, durability, and innovative efforts to promote circular fashion.
The Spring/Summer 2025 collection focuses on functional and innovative materials, aiming to create versatile everyday clothing.
Dichotomy is the name given to the proposal, inspired by Roberto Longo’s “Men in the Cities” series and archive images of Jamaican dancers.
MR PORTER’s Pre-Spring 2025 campaign offers a fresh perspective on classic styles and new trends, designed to update and elevate your wardrobe.
Songzio’s Spring/Summer 2025 campaign follows young boys on a journey to find the North Star, the brightest star in the sky.
Nike’s Air Max Dn8 represents the latest advancement in their Dynamic Air technology.
Bershka’s music platform is getting a boost with the addition of Leon Leiden, one of Mexico’s most promising artists in pop music.
The collection blends dystopian drama with extravagant fantasy, creating a world that feels both haunting and romantic.
GmbH’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection, presented during Berlin Fashion Week, is a response to the serious and often unsettling times we live in.
The new fragrance from Pigmentarium, called BRUTAL, will be released on March 20.
This marks the brand’s first official basketball sneaker since the early 2010s, and it’s already being worn by top players, including WNBA All-Star Angel Reese.
