GENERATION GUCCI: The Lookbook of the Show that Never Happened

Presented as a lookbook shot by Demna of an imaginary Gucci show that never happened, Generation Gucci represents his ongoing research into archival and visual codes across different eras of the brand’s history, seen through Demna’s lens.

It combines different generations of product and imagery into one aesthetic narrative, anticipating his personal vision for the House, which will be revealed in February.

The collection will be available from April 2026.

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WE LOVE the latest Jacquemus Campaign ''Scarves & Moon Boot''

Jacquemus ‘‘broke’’ Instagram last night with his latest campaign, so bold it froze feeds in place — hot, chiselled models wearing nothing but scarves, Moon Boots, and the brand’s trademark confidence.

The imagery is stripped-back yet powerful: male models draped only in oversized scarves and the standout footwear. The campaign was shot by photographer Tom Kneller. Starring Luca Fersko & Max Knott.

The footwear on display is the gender-neutral “Striped Moon Boot,” pairing a vintage-inspired, utilitarian silhouette with Jacquemus’s minimalist aesthetic. Paired with bare skin and scarves, the look pushes the boundaries of winter fashion — minimal, bold, and sensual all at once.

With this campaign, Jacquemus transforms functional winter staples — boots and scarves — into a raw, powerful style statement, asking viewers to rethink how winterwear can be worn.

In Conversation with Alex Roque

If you think you know Soho cabaret, think again. M.E.N Live is London’s boldest male strip show, and at its center for us is Alex Roque — performer, producer, and one of the magnetic forces bringing every jaw-dropping moment to life. We sat down with him to talk about the show, his role, and why it’s capturing hearts across the city.

Alex, M.E.N Live has taken Soho by storm. How did this show start, and what’s the idea behind it?
Yes, we couldn’t be happier with all the positive responses we’ve been getting from our audiences from the very beginning.
We wanted to create a space where gay men felt acknowledged, seen, and celebrated. A show that represented a meeting point for gay men and like-minded people to have fun and share a unique experience. A place where people felt safe and comfortable to explore their fantasies and dive deeper into their sexualities without shame, guilt, fear, or judgement. My business partners had been at the forefront of the male revue industry for over a decade when we decided to join forces and invest our resources to provide the LGBTQIA+ community with the first male revue show for men. In addition to that, in February 2024 I spent two weeks in the hospital after being a victim of a hate crime in central London. That ignited the sense of urgency to create such a show.
We were worried about how our audiences would respond, since we didn’t understand why nobody had ever done a show like that. But once we saw how enthusiastic people were about it and how fast the word was spreading, we felt reassured by knowing that we had started something very special.

You’re both a performer and a producer — that’s a lot of hats! What’s a typical day like for you?
I feel blessed to be able to work with what I love and be rewarded with the feeling that I’m giving something back to the community that once embraced me when I was still searching for answers.
A typical day requires time and energy on different fronts. From a producer’s standpoint: meetings with my business partners, constant research and discussions to collect feedback from our audiences, to understand what’s out there and see how we can improve the experience for our audiences and performers.
From a performer’s perspective: going to the gym, rehearsing, and making sure I’m ready and on top of my game the moment I step onto the stage.
Besides that, I also try to accommodate the demands of being a fitness trainer, actor, and model, while I try to create time for my family, partner, friends, as well as other activities that support my mental health.
It does feel overwhelming at times, especially when you try to deliver your best performance on different fronts, which are often conflicting. But I am very fortunate and grateful for being able to rely on highly skilled business partners, extremely talented performers, and amazing people around me to help me carry through my days and enjoy the process.

The performances are bold and daring. Where do you find inspiration for the choreography and stagecraft?
My business partners have been at the forefront of the industry for over a decade. They’re huge creative minds and we share a passion for both creating and sharing memorable, lifetime experiences. From costumes to lighting, soundtrack, props, and concepts, we’re constantly watching different shows and debating how we can incorporate new elements that will expand the value perceived by our audiences who share the M.E.N Live experience. Our audience feedback is our main source of information and among the top guidelines of our action plan. Our choreographer is one of the best in the cabaret and stripping industry, and he’s been able to deliver a brilliant job by translating our inputs into choreographies that best represent our brand.

M.E.N Live is designed for the LGBTQIA+ community. What makes it so special for your audience, and why should everyone experience it?
Exactly. It’s a show designed for men, by men. We’ve created a space in the industry where gay men are not the “plus one.” Although we welcome everyone who has a good attitude and appreciates the male figure, we aim to cater to gay men’s desires and serve them with a show format that is dedicated to them and built with them in mind. We’ve started something unique and special. Think “Magic Mike,” but queer and more fun. A place where gay people can express themselves, relate, get involved, and take part in the overall dynamics. Our audiences come not only to have fun, but also to congregate as a community.

There’s a sense of energy and empowerment in the room. How do you feel the show connects with the community?
As a gay man, I struggled during my younger age to find out where I belonged due to a complete lack of references with which I could relate. Fortunately, we’ve come a long way since then, and nowadays people have more access to different references and are able to have a more open, honest discussion about sexuality and gender. However, we should not take for granted the importance of breaking taboos, enhancing current debates, and educating people who didn’t have the opportunity to experience a more diverse culture.
Being comfortable in your own skin is something very powerful. A person’s confidence in their own sexuality permeates into different realms of their lives. By providing people with new ways in which sexuality can be expressed and different dynamics that can be established between men, we hope to help people better understand themselves and find an identity that best represents who they currently are. Ultimately, we hope to empower people, help them connect with each other, and bring them together as a community.

Let’s get personal — how did Alex Roque get into performance? Was this always your dream?
Never in my wildest dreams had I thought I would be doing what I do today. If you had told 30-year-old Alex that he would be performing and stripping on stage and co-producing a show in Soho for the LGBTQIA+ community, he would’ve been enticed by the idea, but probably too scared to allow himself to indulge in that fantasy.
After a long journey of self-discovery, I quit my job as a language teacher and moved to London in pursuit of my acting career. I then auditioned to host a show called Forbidden Nights, owned by one of my business partners, and the rest is history.
Being on stage is a newfound passion that has changed my life completely. When I’m on stage, I get to express myself and exchange energy with people in completely different ways, and I’m able to bring to life a part of me that was always too scared to come out to play.
Over the past years, I’ve been blessed with a sense of pride, and the constant feeling of living the dream. This is priceless.

You have serious stage presence. Any pre-show rituals or cheeky habits that help you bring the heat?
I believe my stage presence reflects my passion, gratitude, and pride for this project. Before going on stage, I need at least 20 minutes to warm up and summon Rocky. He’s very cheeky and flirtatious. He has his own makeup, accessories, and aftershave. I tap into both my feminine and masculine energies to prepare the house for him, and fill myself up with gratitude and love from people who believe in me to make any butterflies in the stomach fly away.

Outside the stage, what’s next for you? Any upcoming projects or personal plans we should know about?
Life’s been incredibly busy lately, and I’ve been getting more and more involved with projects that strengthen our community, which makes me extra happy and grateful. Besides M.E.N Live and Forbidden Nights, I’ve been involved in a super exciting series based on an LGBTQIA+ novel called “Custodians,” by the amazing Dan Alexander, where I get to play one of the main characters alongside other fantastic actors. Definitely a book worth reading and a project worth keeping an eye out for.

Finally, if someone has never seen M.E.N Live, what’s your pitch to them in one sizzling sentence?
Dare to find out Soho’s best-kept secret. No phones allowed.

Discover the full Editorial Story HERE.

Produced and Photographed by Edward Black.

starring Alex Roque.

Interviewed by Christos Christou

Latest Obsession: Jacob Elordi in the Latest Bottega Veneta Campaign

Jacob Elordi commands attention in Bottega Veneta’s latest campaign, “What Are Dreams?”, a striking black-and-white series by legendary photographer Duane Michals. Shot at Michals’ New York home, the campaign blends surreal stills and short film, placing Elordi at the center of enigmatic, cinematic tableaux. In a rare poetic touch, he even recites Michals’ 2001 poem of the same name, adding a layer of mystique to the fashion narrative.

Under Matthieu Blazy’s creative direction, Elordi emerges as more than a model—he is the living embodiment of Bottega’s quiet luxury: understated, compelling, and effortlessly stylish. Every frame reflects a careful balance of craft, heritage, and contemporary allure, proving that the brand’s ethos extends far beyond its iconic intrecciato bags.

The campaign asks a question beyond mere style: what does it feel like to inhabit Bottega Veneta today? With Elordi’s poised presence and Michals’ surreal vision, the answer is clear—a dreamlike, cinematic mood that lingers long after the image fades.

Balmain Names Antonin Tron Creative Director

Balmain has entered a new chapter with the appointment of Antonin Tron as its creative director, marking the end of Olivier Rousteing’s fifteen-year tenure at the French luxury house. The announcement signals a significant shift for the brand, which has long been defined by Rousteing’s bold, high-glamour aesthetic.

Tron, best known as the founder of the Paris-based label Atlein, brings a contrasting sensibility to Balmain. His approach emphasizes craftsmanship, movement, and material innovation over embellishment. Rooted in precision and emotional nuance, Tron’s design language suggests a more understated and tactile vision for the maison’s future.

Industry observers see the move as a pivotal moment for Balmain — one that could redefine the brand’s identity while expanding its creative reach under Tron’s direction.

Alexandros Piechowiak x REY Magazine

A REY Exclusive Fashion Editorial, produced in Athens, Greece.

Starring Greek actor Alexandros Piechowiak.

Photographed by Dimitrios Kleanthous

Art Direction & Styling Christos Christou

Muah Shay Ben Yakar

Featuring Dimitris Petrou, Yiorgos Eleftheriades, Jacquemus, JW Anderson, Alyx Studios.

화

A REY Exclusive Fashion Editorial, produced in Athens.

Photographed by Matthew Alatsiatianos

Styling Marios Karavasilis

Starring Kangmin @ ACE Models

Melanie C Ignites the Dance Floor with 'SWEAT'

Pop icon Melanie C is back and she’s bringing the heat!!

The former Spice Girl has just dropped her latest single “SWEAT”, the first track off her highly anticipated upcoming album, marking a bold new era in her ever-evolving solo career.

“SWEAT” is a pulsating, high-energy anthem that blends Melanie’s signature vocal power with sleek, contemporary production. Drawing on elements of dance-pop, electro, and even a touch of 90s club nostalgia, the track is a confident declaration of physicality, movement, and liberation.

With a beat that begs to be played loud and a hook that lingers long after the first listen, “SWEAT” captures the essence of late-night euphoria—sweaty dance floors, flashing lights, and the kind of freedom only music can deliver.

Melanie C notes: “This song is all about losing yourself—in the moment, in the music, in your body. It’s a celebration of strength, sensuality, and unapologetic joy.”

“SWEAT” arrives as the first taste of her forthcoming album, set for release in early 2026. The project promises to be Melanie’s most personal and sonically adventurous work to date, continuing the momentum of her critically acclaimed 2020 self-titled album that reintroduced her as a pop powerhouse in her own right.

Accompanied by a visually striking music video that combines raw choreography with cinematic flair, “SWEAT” reaffirms Melanie C’s place in the pop landscape—not just as a legacy act, but as an artist who continues to innovate, evolve, and inspire.

Whether you're a longtime fan or new to her solo work, “SWEAT” is the start of something exciting. Get ready—Melanie C is turning up the volume in 2025.

WE LOVE David Gandy's New Wellwear Campaign

Founded in 2021, David Gandy Wellwear is the supermodel’s own lifestyle brand, combining fashion, function, and wellness in elevated everyday essentials.

David Gandy, a name synonymous with timeless style, returns with a new essential from his lifestyle brand, David Gandy Wellwear. The Ultimate Trunk is a masterclass in understated luxury—crafted with a premium cotton-modal-elastane blend and enhanced by Wellwear Breathe technology, offering antibacterial, breathable, and odour-resistant comfort from day to night.

Reuniting with longtime collaborator Mariano Vivanco, the launch campaign captures Gandy through a softer, more intimate lens. Known for their iconic past work, the duo delivers imagery that’s effortless yet powerful, refined yet raw.

Stripped of bold logos and gimmicks, the Ultimate Trunk puts fit and feel first. It’s a reminder that confidence begins with the base layer—and Gandy knows better than most what makes a perfect pair.

October's Favourite: Zadig & Voltaire – This Is Him! Burning Love

As October’s crisp evenings settle in, Zadig & Voltaire have captured the elusive spirit of lingering summer nights—and transformed it into a fragrance that defies the changing season. Created by renowned perfumer Nathalie Lorson, the French brand’s latest masculine scent, This Is Him! Burning Love, evokes the intoxicating magic of those electric nights when the sunset fades but the energy burns long after.

This fragrance is a sensuous journey through time, a nostalgic ode to moments when warmth meets mystery. Opening with a rich, warming rum accord, it quickly unfolds into a vibrant explosion of zesty orange and grapefruit—an invigorating contrast to the cooling air of October. At its heart lies a sumptuous vanilla infusion, adding a velvety softness that draws you in, while deep amberwood and earthy patchouli trail behind, leaving a smoky, sensual imprint reminiscent of fireside gatherings and whispered secrets.

More than just a scent, This Is Him! Burning Love is an invitation to hold onto the last embers of summer’s passion even as the nights grow longer and the leaves turn. One spritz is enough to transport you to that perfect balance of warmth and intrigue—where the summer heat melts into autumn’s embrace, and the music plays on beneath a velvet sky.

Equilibrium

A REY Exclusive Fashion Editorial, produced in London, UK.

Art Direction & Styling Antonia Barath

Photographed by Alex Pinero

Grooming Travis Nunes

Starring Callum Simpson @ SUPA Worlwide

Moncler x JW Anderson: A Bold New Chapter in Outerwear

The long-running collaboration between Moncler and JW Anderson returns. This time, the partnership reinterprets technical outerwear through the lens of JW Anderson’s design.

The collection debuts with two new puffer jackets, one for men and one for women. The shape is inspired by an archival piece from their past work together.

Each jacket combines Moncler’s expertise with carefully considered design details. These include JW Anderson’s classic tab shoulder strap, a detachable hood, and an embroidered logo. In one version, the worlds of shirting and performance meet, resulting in a down-filled puffer finished in cotton gabardine.

KVRT STVFF Introduces Denim: A Natural Evolution

Known for their body-conscious essentials, KVRT STVFF has long approached design with a single purpose: to serve the wearer. Their underwear and swimwear function as intuitive second skins — garments that move with the body, not against it. Their new venture into denim is not a departure, but a continuation of that ethos.

The jeans debut in three silhouettes — Loose, Loose Bootcut, and Straight — all grounded in vintage references, yet stripped of any overt nostalgia. These are timeless cuts, reimagined with restraint. The color palette is equally grounded: Ecru, Espresso, washed Black, and classic Indigo — essential tones that speak softly but confidently.

Details are minimal, deliberate. A unique inner closure, adapted from the brand’s underwear design, allows the jeans to be worn partially open — an intimate nod to personal fit and fluid styling. Raw hems and a tonal denim patch replace branding with subtlety. Nothing unnecessary remains.

The result is denim that doesn’t try to overshadow the body, but rather frames it. These jeans don’t shout; they support. In true KVRT STVFF fashion, the focus is on purity of form — simple lines, neutral tones, and an aesthetic that lets the body lead.

KING OF RAY

A REY Exclusive Fashion Editorial, photographed in Athens.

Photographed & Directed by Alexi Charovas

starring Aggelos

The body becomes a stage where gender rehearses itself; endlessly, restlessly. One moment, the chest is armour: sculpted, hard, virile. The next, it is pierced by softness: glitter, petals, shadows of leaves. Butler reminds us that gender is never essence but repetition, a series of acts that harden into “truth.”

Yet in the cracks of performance, vulnerability seeps through. Flowers erupt from the waistband, not as decoration but as insurgents. They expose the absurdity of virility when stripped of its theatre. Muñoz would call this a glimpse of queer futurity: masculinity remade in colour, light, and excess.

Ahmed teaches us that orientations matter, and here, the body bends, twists, reclines into new alignments that disorient the straight line of heteronormativity. Each image oscillates. The stripes reads a prison of expectation, yet also a runway for camp. The torso flexes, but the hand trembles. Glitter wounds and heals at the same time.

This is not contradiction but coexistence: virility and vulnerability locked in the same frame, refusing to cancel each other. The battle is not to defeat masculinity but to expose its costume. To wear it, distort it, queer it until its weight gives way to possibility.

Alexi Charovas

VERSACE Spring Summer 2026 by Dario Vitale

Taking the reins at Versace was never going to be easy, but Dario Vitale’s Spring/Summer 2026 debut silenced all doubts — delivering a bold, confident vision that proved his creative strength.

The Spring Summer 2026 collection was an exploration of the fundamental essence of the House, rearticulated to reflect a contemporary reality — outrageous and uncomplicated elegance designed for a life led by feeling.

Desire, sensuality and curiosity. Placing humanity and its impulses at the heart of Versace.

The Spring Summer 2026 show held at the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, the oldest art museum in Milan.

The Pinacoteca becomes a private residence, or a series of apartments, within the larger space—and there’s nothing more intimate than being invited to enter someone’s home.

Bathed in naturalistic light, centuries of masterpieces serve as the historical backdrop for a collection that embodies those values and Versace’s inherent maximalism.

Each room, across two floors, filled with the traces of a life lived. Artefacts of lived experience, high and low.

MM6 Maison Margiela SS26: Our Favourite Menswear Looks

A crisp white line painted across a stretch of asphalt replaces the traditional catwalk. For MM6 Maison Margiela, the Spring/Summer show unfolds not inside a gilded venue, but under open skies — the city itself becomes the stage. This is fashion embedded in the everyday, a study in heightened normality.

Models move like passersby, casual yet intentional, as they stride in streamlined silhouettes that speak softly but confidently. The clothing is stripped of unnecessary embellishment, allowing form and fabric to lead the narrative.

The palette reflects a push-pull between the expected and the offbeat — muted neutrals meet the saturated jolt of post-it note brights. Prints, non-colors, and subtle textures emerge like city details you only notice when walking slowly. It’s an exercise in contrast: the ordinary, made extraordinary.

At the core are wardrobe icons — the mac, the pantsuit, the blouson — but MM6 is not content to leave them untouched. Categories are shuffled. Denim mimics tailoring with pinched waists and sharp pleats, while tailored trousers fall with the ease of lived-in jeans. This blurring of sartorial codes is more than just aesthetic play; it’s a quiet provocation.

Construction tells its own story. Raw hems, visible labels repurposed from end-of-roll bolts of fabric — these unfinished details become signatures, reminders of the garment's journey from idea to reality.

With this collection, MM6 Maison Margiela continues its exploration of what it means to dress for the world outside — not just to be seen, but to belong, while still standing apart.

Nicholas Alexander Chavez for Jacquemus x Nike ''Moon Shoe'' Campaign

American actor Nicholas Chavez—best known for his role in Netflix’s Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story—takes center stage in the latest campaign from French fashion house Jacquemus, unveiled today.

Captured by renowned photographer Oliver Hadlee Pearch, the striking visuals feature Chavez topless and glistening with sweat, as he moves seamlessly between a dance studio and outdoor settings. The campaign highlights the Nike x Jacquemus “J Force 1” Moon Shoe, a bold fusion of athletic performance and high fashion.

The highly anticipated sneaker is set to officially launch on September 29 exclusively at jacquemus.com.

THE TIGER: Watch HERE the New Short Film by Gucci

Gucci unveils The Tiger, a new short film directed by Spike Jonze and Halina Reijn, showcasing pieces from the Gucci: La Famiglia collection, conceived by Artistic Director Demna Gvasalia.

The story of The Tiger follows Barbara Gucci, Head of Gucci International and Chairman of California, as she gathers her children and a special guest at the family home to celebrate her birthday. Beneath the polished surface, Barbara struggles to balance everything: upholding the company’s reputation, impressing a guest of honor, being a mother, and her desperate attempt to control it all. When the night takes an unexpected turn, her carefully crafted façade cracks and teeters on collapse as the family attempts to find a new way.

WE LOVE the 'Mr. Gray' Campaign by PUMP!

With the introduction of Mr. Gray, PUMP! expands its repertoire of timeless essentials. The concept is refreshingly straightforward—classic silhouettes, executed with precision. The collection comprises four staple cuts: brief, boxer, jock, and thong, each rendered in a singular, meticulously chosen shade of gray.

This particular gray speaks volumes in its subtlety. Quietly confident and endlessly versatile, it carries a distinct presence. Anchored by a sleek, polished waistband, the design feels deliberate and enduring—untethered from trends, built to last.

Mr. Gray doesn’t aim to reinvent; instead, it draws strength from permanence. It channels a stripped-down confidence—the kind that doesn’t clamor for attention but effortlessly commands it. Here, understatement is the statement.

Ludovic de Saint Sernin FW25 Campaign: Power Play

For Fall/Winter 2025, Ludovic de Saint Sernin brings his signature sensuality to the boardroom. Starring Amelia Gray alongside Alejo Humanes and Lewis Gillooley, the campaign plays with themes of power, control, and desire—merging officewear with after-hours provocation.

Shot by Stuart Winecoff and styled by Carlos Nazario, the imagery channels Helmut Newton’s cool eroticism: crisp shirting peels back to reveal latex and leather, while sharp tailoring contrasts with intimate moments—a kiss between boys, a mistress in command.

It’s a wardrobe built for 9-to-5-to-9, where fantasy meets functionality. Saint Sernin’s message is clear: power isn’t just what you wear—it’s what you dare to reveal.