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Andrea Pompilio presented nine looks capturing the brand’s essence as he celebrated the launch of his online store, AP Supermarket. It is a new platform that will carry the label’s collections as well as pieces selected by the designer, and often reworked by him, with plans to possibly add other brands he loves from around the world.
It was a neat edit that captured what he’s about: A playful wardrobe pick-and-mixing streetwear and old school sartorial basics, “like a skater-meets-dad’s-wardrobe.”
He sometimes fused the two, like on a cool winter anorak mixing black polyester and a checked men’s wear cloth, separated by a bright yellow band.
A Fifties-scented black and orange loden coat with a martingale at the back, and a boxy three-button egg-shaped jacket meant to be worn like a bomber or overcoat were particularly cool.
On the bright side were jacquard socks and knits flipped inside out to give an embroidery feel.

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Urban knights was the time-traveling theme of the collection. Design duo Tom Notte and Bart Vandebosch sent out street silhouettes based on flowing wool skater-style pants and bulky parkas and shearling jackets accessorized with armor constructions like leather breastplates and multi-strapped, gauntlet-style black leathers gloves. The shiny camouflage jacquard suits in all-over arrow motifs, a carryover from last season, added to the fighter spirit.
Shine was a leitmotif, like the metal beads used to create geometric formations, with a palette centered on chocolate, black and green.
The handiwork was impressive, especially the leather shorts with geometric quilting, and the T-shirts built from strips of leather joined by grommets, but the show overall felt repetitive.

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Childhood, with the innocence and fantasy typically connected to it, continues to be Francesco Risso’s favorite source of inspiration. Starting with the show venue — where the designer wanted to recreate a sort of bonfire situation with editors and buyers seated in circle on a range of vintage objects, from barrels and bumper cars to plaster capitals and stuffed animals – to the collection itself, everything was injected with a playful, surreal mood.
A multitude of inspirations were poured into the frisky lineup, which was focused on deliberately wrong proportions. Pants were too big and the printed shirts had too long sleeves, while knitted vests were cut in shrunken silhouettes. The characters of Risso’s dream-like and ironic parallel world were eccentric creatures, dressed in oversized suits, sometimes printed with children’s drawings of animals and everyday objects, as well as in exaggerated duffle coats worked in plaid patterns and blankets wrapped around the body. The unconventional look was enhanced by the insertion of gold and red jacquard fabrics with an Asian feel, while knitted sweaters and patchwork shearling exuded artisanal craftsmanship. This contrasted with the technical feel of a range of nylon jumpsuits and pants.
This was a personal collection and, while not

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As the uproar continues over sexual harassment in industries stretching from entertainment to media to finance, the fashion world has remained relatively on the sidelines – until now.
On Saturday, The New York Times published a long-rumored story about alleged harassment of male models by the photographers Bruce Weber and Mario Testino. Both men, via statements their lawyers gave to the Times, vigorously denied the allegations made in the story, although Conde Nast and Conde Nast International both said Saturday that they would be severing ties with the two photographers – at least for now.
The Times’ story comes several months after model Cameron Russell created an Instagram account on which anonymous individuals posted stories about their mistreatment in the industry. Last October, Terry Richardson was dropped by the leading fashion magazine publishers but only after years of allegations surrounding his behavior, while model Jason Boyce filed a lawsuit against Weber in December claiming the photographer harassed him. Weber has denied those claims, as well.
In November, 27-year-old British model Edie Campbell penned an exclusive letter for WWD to the fashion industry in which she said, “We operate within a culture that is too accepting of abuse, in all of its manifestations,” going

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Nobu’s first hotel and restaurant (helmed by the brand’s first female head chef) outpost will debut in March.

The new 174-foot planing superyacht from Tankoa maxes out at 28 knots.

The Orange County District Attorney’s Office seized the petitions used in a failed attempt to recall Newport Beach Councilman Scott Peotter over concerns regarding “potential irregularities,” the city said Friday, Jan. 12.

A search warrant was served on the Orange County Registrar of Voters office in Santa Ana, according to an email from City Clerk Leilani Brown to the City Council, City Manager Dave Kiff and City Attorney Aaron Harp.

No other details about the seizure or allegations were made available.

“The search warrant was served under seal and we have not received a copy of the search warrant,” Brown’s email said. “I am in contact with the DA’s office and hope to receive more information next week. I will let you know as soon as I have more information.”

District attorney spokeswoman Michelle Van Der Linden did not immediately return calls for comment.

A group formed to oust Peotter, the Committee to Recall Scott Peotter, turned in 10,696 signatures in October in an effort to force a special recall election. More than 2,300 were deemed invalid.

That left 8,339 valid signatures, 106 short of the required 15 percent threshold of registered voters in the city.

Peotter has called the effort against him dishonest, adding that the seizure of petitions “just adds to the discrediting of the recallers.”

Phil Greer, the recall committee’s attorney, said Friday he doesn’t think anyone from the volunteer committee is involved in the irregularities.

“My understanding is that nobody from the volunteer committee is involved or anything of that nature,” he said.

Recall committee organizer Susan Skinner said a third-party circulator may have forged signatures.

“Apparently the warrant is sealed, but I understand that one of the paid petitioners allegedly forged signatures,” Skinner said. “This is a big, bad violation of election law and not a smart thing to do. It was not one of our volunteers.”

Forging petition signatures is a misdemeanor, according to the California election code.

Peotter has maintained that the effort to unseat him is because of his politically incorrect personality.

Recall supporters cited his support for the failed Museum House high-rise project, what they call poor financial decisions, his vote to decline the city’s share of extra gas tax revenue in a protest of the controversial tax hike and his behavior – they said he insulted residents and colleagues.

MEXICO CITY — Captain America is heading south for his latest comeback.

Landon Donovan, widely considered the most accomplished player in American soccer history, is coming out of retirement for the second time in three years, this time to join Club Leon in Mexico.

The Liga MX team announced Donovan’s return to soccer on Twitter on Friday night. Donovan will play for Leon in the Mexican Clausura tournament, although more details on his signing were not provided.

Donovan has spent the past three days in Leon, raising speculation that he might join the club. He also tweeted Friday about joining Club Leon, saying he was excited to face former U.S. teammate and current C.F. Pachuca player Omar Gonzalez next month.

¡Bienvenido Mr.@landondonovan!#SerFieraEsUnOrgullo 🦁 pic.twitter.com/GPuBo16T00

— Club León (@clubleonfc) January 13, 2018

“I loved the city, Leon is an historic and winning team,” Donovan wrote in Spanish. “I don*t believe in walls, I want to go to Mexico, dress in green and win tournaments in Leon. See you soon.”

Donovan is the third player signed by Leon for the Clausura tournament along with Argentinian Emanuel Cecchini and Jamaican Giles Barnes.

Presidente: me encantó la Ciudad. Es la mejor afición. @clubleonfc es un equipo histórico y ganador. No creo en los muros, quiero ir a México, vestirme de verde y ganar trofeos con León. Nos vemos muy pronto! https://t.co/Xqm4jX2hW7

— Landon Donovan (@landondonovan) January 13, 2018

The 35-year-old is the career scoring leader in Major League Soccer and for the U.S. national team. He returned to the Los Angeles Galaxy of Major League Soccer in September of 2016 following a 21-month retirement and appeared in nine games. He hasn’t played professionally since Nov. 6, 2016.

Donovan played in three World Cups: South Korea and Japan 2002, Germany 2006 and South Africa 2010. He also played in six CONCACAF Gold Cups and won four titles. He scored 57 goals playing for the U.S. team and 145 in the MLS.

Donovan has done broadcast work since retiring and was rumored to be considering a run for U.S. Soccer Federation president. Donovan announced in November that he would not seek the position.

Gracias amigo! Nos vemos el 24 de Febrero 😎 https://t.co/hQXprUA26u

— Landon Donovan (@landondonovan) January 13, 2018

SANTA ANA — A man was critically wounded in a shooting Friday night, Jan. 12, according to police.

Around 10:20 p.m., officers responded to an alley in the 1200 block of South Pacific Avenue, where they found the victim with a gunshot wound to the upper torso, Cmdr. Michael Claborn said.

He was transported to an area hospital in critical condition, Claborn said, adding the shooting appears to be gang-related.

No suspects had been identified as of late Friday night.

Northwood’s boys basketball team broke it open early Friday night and cruised to a 73-44 Pacific Coast League victory over University at Northwood.

Northwood, the pre-season favorite to win the PCL, was in command from the start, sprinting to a 16-point late in the first quarter.

The Timberwolves (15-4, 2-0) led 41-13 at halftime and by the end of the third quarter were up 57-27, prompting a large contigent of Northwood students to chant, “this one’s over.”

Northwood’s Jacob Huynh (26 points) talks about the Timberwolves 73-44 victory over University tonight in front of a big crowd at Northwood. The Timberwolves (2-0) jumped out to a big lead and never looked back. Alex Bray scored 19 points to lead University (1-1) @ocvarsity pic.twitter.com/63iA0X1HvQ

— Tim Burt (@TimBurtIrvine) January 13, 2018

University was flying high after an 82-78 win over Corona del Mar Tuesday night but couldn’t get un-tracked against Northwood.

“It was team play in every phase of the game,” said Northwood Coach Tim O’Brien. “We just played really well. It’s hard to hold Uni to six and seven points (in the first two quarters).”

Northwood, which was ranked tied for seventh with Laguna Beach in this week’s county top 10, now heads to Corona del Mar Tuesday night to face the defending champion Sea Kings, who are hoping to give Northwood a run for the league title. University is also hoping for a shot at the crown.

“The league is very competitive,” O’Brien said.

Asked whether the Timberwolves are the favorites, O’Brien said: “I have a good team.”

Northwood was led by Jacob Huynh, who had a game high 26 points. Huynh twisted his ankle against Long Beach Jordan Jan. 6 but it didn’t affect his play Friday night. Huynh had a bag of ice on the ankle after the game and said his ankle is much better.

“He’s starting to get his legs back. He hasn’t practiced for a week,” O’Brien said.

Devin Owens scored 18 points and Damian Pintor added 14 points for Northwood.

A couple highlights from tonight’s Northwood-University PCL boys basketball game. Northwood (2-0 in league) won 73-44. Jacob Huynh (Northwood) scores on a follow and University’s Bryan Nguyen hits a 3-pointer at the other end. pic.twitter.com/JVuLuoU4xz

— Tim Burt (@TimBurtIrvine) January 13, 2018

University’s leading scorer Alex Bray, was held to 19 points. Kevin Yahampath added 8 points for the Trojans (11-5, 1-1).

“We look at tapes from year’s past and Uni does what Uni does,” O’Brien said. “Our formula for success has worked against them and we will stick with it.”

Northwood’s defensive pressure resulted in University making just 4 of 28 field goals in the first half. University Coach Mike Dinneen said of the 24 missed shots, the Trojans did not have an offensive rebound.

“They took it to us early and we played scared,” Dinneen said. “I can’t explain it and I don’t think our kids can explain it. Give them all the credit. They took it to another level and we just did not match that at all in the first half. In the second half, we played harder, we just left a lot of points out there.

“But I can live with that as long as we compete really hard. For some reason we did not do that in the first half, so give them all the credit. They really took it to us.

“We got one game this week (over CdM) and I’m sure our kids will play much, much better the next time we play them (Northwood) I knew it was going to be tough for Alex, because they have a pretty good defender in Owens and they were able to load up and we didn’t execute our game plan. We were giving him the ball in the wrong position and nobody stepped up. Their defense was really good tonight and we gave up too many give and goes and too many run-outs.”