In 1953, Gucci unveiled the Horsebit 1953 loafer. It combined sophistication with comfort, setting a new standard in shoe design. This distinctive loafer featured a miniature horsebit – a double ring connected by a bar, making it an iconic emblem of the brand. It effortlessly bridged the gap between heritage and contemporary fashion.
Over the decades, the Gucci loafer evolved into a wardrobe essential, seamlessly blending Italian craftsmanship, American outdoor lifestyle, and classic British equestrian aesthetics. It embodies the rich history of Gucci, with a timeless appeal that transcends generations, serving as a symbol of Italian design excellence and elegance.
In a new campaign, actor and brand ambassador Paul Mescal and global brand ambassador Xiao Zhan showcase the timeless yet contemporary charm of the original 1953 design. Their portraits elegantly demonstrate how the traditional hardware and silhouette continue to inspire and captivate generation after generation. Gucci’s Horsebit 1953 loafer remains a true testament to enduring style.
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Take a look at Who Decides War Spring/Summer 2026 backstage, captured by the lens of Spencer Stovell during New York Fashion Week, in exclusive for Fucking Young!
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The offering is relaxed yet polished. It includes rugby shirts, lightweight shell jackets, and everyday T-shirts that speak to the brand’s modern-prep influences.
Turn the page. Breathe deep. Your pupils are already dilating. The high is coming.
Issue 26 brings together two electrifying covers that take the dopamine dive from Sadiq Desh captured by Cris Cerdeira to multidisciplinary visual artist and photographer Tomás Pintos’ cover story, Besos hasta agotar stock (Kisses Until Sold Out), developed from the live performance creating a space where glamour
meets exhaustion.
