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Dior Announces Lewis Hamilton as Brand Ambassador and Guest Designer of New Lifestyle Capsule
Dior Announces Lewis Hamilton as Brand Ambassador and Guest Designer of New Lifestyle Capsule HYPEBEAST
Brompton and Team GB Head to the Olympics With Bicycle Collaboration
The 2024 Olympic Games are fast approaching. Several brands are promoting the occasion with detailed collaborations, from Anti Social Social Club's Olympic summer capsule to Sporty & Rich's USA adidas Samba. UK bicycle label Brompton is next, joining Team GB for a graphic P Line bike. A 30-strong squad of British cyclists will head to Paris this summer, embracing the timely occasion with foldable gear to go from city to championship. The bicycle's slim frame is clad with spiraling pink and blue patterns representing athletic discipline, including individually engraved plaques championing Team GB. Brompton reveals the collaboration across an eventful "Sporting Journeys" campaign, enlisting GB jumper Morgan Lake and BMX Freestyle World Champion Kieran Reilly to showcase their skills. Th...
Our Five Takeaways After Roadtripping the 2024 Audi RS6 Avant
We love sports cars here at Hypebeast. There's personality and charm in them, since they are so purpose built and meant to achieve one thing above all else – a good time.With that being said, we understand the world we live in requires a bit of practicality and we're not all race car drivers, even though we aspire for that lifestyle. We look for cars that make sense in our lives, filled with people, stuff, equipment, groceries; and we'd need a vehicle that helps make our day-to-day easier. So cars like the Audi RS6 Avant makes a ton of sense, and when we got the chance to drive one for the long July 4 weekend we couldn't help ourselves to test drive it to the max, via a road trip.On our 450+ mile drive from Orange County to Los Angeles, up to Monterey, through San Jose and ending in San Fr...
The Noguchi Museum To Present 40th-Anniversary ‘Against Time’ Exhibition
The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum has announced a new exhibition, Against Time: The Noguchi Museum 40th Anniversary Reinstallation, which will be on view from August 28, 2024, to September 14, 2025. Curated by Matthew Kirsch, the showcase will feature a specific selection of Noguchi's sculptures and project models from the museum's permanent collection ahead of its 40th anniversary in 2025.The exhibition is based on The Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum (New York: Harry N. Abrams, Inc., 1987), the catalog that documented all of the museum's works instead of traditional wall labels. Notably, the binding was used to mark the museum's permanent collection following Noguchi's death in December 1988.The original installation housed a number of breakthrough pieces from before and after No...
Rone Transports Viewers Into Forgotten Era of Australian History
From July 1 to September 30 2024, acclaimed street artist Rone is presenting his first major exhibition at the Art Gallery of Western Australia (AGWA) in the historical Centenary Galleries. Titled "TIME • RONE", the experience aims to transport visitors to a forgotten era of Australian history. In “TIME • RONE”, Rone’s signature haunting murals will be spread across 12 rooms on both floors of the Centenary Galleries - the first time these historic spaces have been fully opened to the public in nearly 20 years. Visitors will be enveloped in Rone's distinctive visual style, with the murals serving as the centerpiece of the immersive art experience. The exhibition will also offer a multi-sensory journey, through a blend of art, food, and atmosphere that is intended to bring the visitor to the...
Nearly 40% of cancer deaths could be prevented with lifestyle changes: Study
Nearly 40% of cancer deaths could be prevented with lifestyle changes: Study India Today
Levi’s CFO on the Western fashion trend and the brand’s ‘denim lifestyle’ strategy
Levi’s CFO on the Western fashion trend and the brand’s ‘denim lifestyle’ strategy Fortune
Chassis 002 McLaren P1 Surfaces at Auction
RM Sotheby’s is set to auction a remarkable 2014 McLaren P1, chassis number 002 of 375, the earliest P1 ever offered to the public. This automotive marvel has been meticulously upgraded by McLaren Special Operations (MSO), featuring over $109,000 USD in bespoke options, including a fully exposed carbon fiber body.Originally sold in May 2014 by McLaren Greenwich, chassis 002 has a history of exceptional care and maintenance. It recently underwent a comprehensive $135,320 USD service in August 2023, which included a new HDA with clutch assembly, ensuring it remains in peak condition.The McLaren P1 is celebrated for its advanced technology and performance. Powered by a mid-mounted 3.8L twin-turbo V-8 engine and an electric motor, it delivers a staggering 893 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque — allow...
Lanzante Unveils Two Road-Going Porsche 935 Models at Goodwood
At this year's Goodwood Festival of Speed, Lanzante showcased two road-ready Porsche 935s among an impressive lineup of modified vehicles. Based on the limited 77 units of the 2019 Porsche 935, these cars share their core with the 911 GT2 RS, boasting a powerful 710 hp from a 3.8L twin-turbocharged flat-six engine.Converting these track beasts for the road required significant modifications. Lanzante equipped the 935s with a new suspension setup, custom wheels, a parking brake and cleverly integrated headlights that resemble air vents. The vehicles' finishes are a nod to their racing heritage: one car sports the legendary Martini livery, while the other is adorned in striking Marlboro colors for the Hill climb.Lanzante's display extended beyond the Porsche 935s. Highlights included a McLar...
Toyota Unveils 2025 GR86 Hakone Special Edition
Toyota has unveiled the 2025 GR86 Hakone Special Edition, a tribute to Japan’s famed Hakone Turnpike. Scheduled to arrive at dealerships in fall 2024, this limited edition sports car promises an exhilarating driving experience and striking aesthetics.The GR86 Hakone Special Edition features a distinctive Ridge Green exterior, complemented by 18-inch satin bronze wheels, a duck-tail spoiler and a unique Hakone badge. Under the hood, it boasts a 2.4L, 4-cylinder boxer engine delivering 228 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, available with either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission.Toyota has enhanced the GR86’s handling with retuned shocks and electric power steering. SACHS dampers and Brembo brakes come standard, ensuring exceptional performance and control. The interior showcases Ultrasu...
One of Only 20 Lamborghini Centenario Coupés Surfaces for Sale
Chicago Motorcars is offering an exceptional opportunity for automotive enthusiasts — a 2017 Lamborghini Centenario, one of only 20 Coupés ever made, is now up for sale. This ultra-rare supercar has clocked less than 912 miles, making it a pristine example.The Lamborghini Centenario was crafted to celebrate the 100th birthday of the company's founder, Ferruccio Lamborghini. This limited-edition model showcases the brand's commitment to pushing the boundaries of automotive technology and design. The specific Centenario offered by Chicago Motorcars features a striking yellow exterior paired with a sleek black interior, reflecting its high-performance capabilities and luxurious appeal.Under the hood, the Centenario houses a formidable 770 hp aspirated V12 engine, capable of propelling the car...
Olympic Fever Lands at Almine Rech Paris
As Copa America and the EUROS draw to a close, the sports world now descends on Paris for the Olympic Games. A number of galleries across the French capital have joined in on the festivities, from Gagosian's spotlight on the competition's art history to a new exhibition fielded by Almine Rech.Housed at Almine Rech's rue de Turenne flagship, Sport and Beyond comprises of new and existing works by American artists Jeff Koons, Laurie Simmons and Hank Willis Thomas. Known best for his shiny balloon sculptures, Jeff Koons presents a new entry in his Gazing Balls series, the latest work featuring a reclining male nude balancing 11 chromatic orbs that rest over and around the figure's body. Inspired by the Borghese Gladiator (110 BCE) sculpture in the Louvre museum, Koons conflates past and prese...
