Dressing for a Ball: Dazed Serves Football Couture for Summer
Dazed’s Summer 2026 issue, hitting newsstands on June 5, centers on a football‑themed couture spread that transforms a real pitch into a runway. The edition pairs high‑fashion silhouettes with sport‑grade materials, highlighted by a collaboration with Oakley on football‑inspired eyewear and apparel. Visuals include 15 striking images that blend the aesthetics of the World Cup with avant‑garde style, positioning the magazine at the nexus of sport and fashion culture.
These Intimate Portraits Examine India’s Influencer Culture
Mumbai photographer Megha Singha’s new series, I Love My Friends, But They’re Killing Me, uses stark, intimate portraits to dissect India’s burgeoning influencer culture. The images pair opulent branding—such as Swarovski‑covered pink sheets—with unsettling props like a plastic gun, symbolising...
Alt-Pop Duo Gener8ion Peer Into the Future in This New Exhibition
French alt‑pop duo Gener8ion is set to launch their debut album *Love & Tears* on June 12, accompanied by an interdisciplinary exhibition titled *Visions of 2034*. The exhibition at London’s 180 Studios features seven short films set in cities such as Leeds,...
The Best Street Style From Rico Ace’s London Show
Rico Ace, the UK‑Ug breakout star, released his debut album *Blackjack* in April 2025, propelled by the hit single “Dope Boyz.” The album’s success fed into a high‑energy tour that culminated in a London show, where fans turned the venue...
Scenery Issue 5 Is a Mini World Tour of Interiors
Scenery magazine’s fifth issue presents a curated, globe‑spanning tour of interior spaces, featuring work by designers such as Jasper Conran and Aiden Miller. Launched in 2023 by Simon B Mørch with creative director Alister Mackie, the independent title rides a broader resurgence...
Elias Faizi Is Rejecting Fashion School for DIY Success
Oakland‑based designer Elias Faizi is forgoing formal fashion school to build a DIY label that reimagines luxury items with cultural motifs. His recent Instagram reel, which transformed a Chrome Hearts bag by overlaying Islamic calligraphy, went viral and is now...
Cannes Film Festival 2026: The Best Fashion Moments so Far
The Cannes Film Festival 2026 has become a runway for high‑profile fashion, showcasing 18 standout looks across the opening days. Iconic houses such as Dior and Chanel led the charge with dramatic gowns, while emerging designers highlighted sustainable fabrics. Celebrity‑brand...
And, Action! Jonathan Anderson Takes Centre Stage for His Dior Cruise Debut
Jonathan Anderson debuted his first Dior Cruise 2027 collection on May 13 at the David Geffen Galleries within the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The runway fused cinematic action cues with the institutional backdrop, echoing his earlier remarks about...
Salem: Get to Know the Prodigal Sons of Witch House
Salem, the pioneering witch‑house duo, has issued a surprise new album titled "Red Dragon," reigniting interest in their dark, synth‑laden sound. The release coincides with Dazed’s Archive Pull series, which revisits the group’s in‑depth autumn/winter 2020 interview. The feature highlights...
5 Shows Not to Miss at Frieze New York 2026
Frieze New York returns for its 15th edition, running May 13‑17 at The Shed in Chelsea. The fair will host more than 65 galleries from 26 countries, presenting a broad spectrum of contemporary art. Among the hundreds of booths, the editorial...
8 Highlights From Venice Biennale 2026
The 61st Venice Biennale opened with a surreal mix of installations, performances, and satellite shows across the city’s historic venues. Highlights included a naked performer suspended from a massive bell in the Giardini, provocative "piss tanks," and avant‑garde puppet pieces...
In Pictures: Kim Petras’ ‘Jeep’ Is a Tumblr Fantasy Come to Life
German pop star Kim Petras dropped the music video for her new single “Jeep,” a kaleidoscopic visual that feels like a Tumblr‑style fantasy. The clip is packed with early‑2000s references—Skippy Peanut Butter, Jeffrey Campbell shoes, Marc Jacobs mouse flats, pastel sunsets...
This Album Unites the ‘Jackson Pollock and Agnes Martin’ of Chinese Rap
Chinese rappers Bloodz Boi and Jackzebra have released *Bloodzebra*, an experimental double‑album that blends glitchy, ambient beats with cryptic Mandarin lyrics. Recorded in hotel studios in late 2024 and summer 2025 and exec‑produced by Syrian‑born .cutspace, the project juxtaposes chaotic, expressionist verses...
Got Artwork that Deserves Wall Space? Share It with Us!
Dazed Club has partnered with London‑based art‑print platform DROOL to scout emerging talent. Up to ten Dazed Club members will have their artwork turned into official prints sold on DROOL’s site, earning a commission on each sale. Selected pieces will...
Eva Franco Mattes Are Bonafide Experts in Ragebait and Cat Memes
Eva and Franco Mattes are being hailed as leading practitioners of "ragebait," a term that topped the 2025 Word of the Year list for content designed to provoke anger. Their newest Venice exhibition, backed by the Autotelic Foundation, showcases AI‑generated...