Its Time for a New Rolex. The 2024 Line-Up Is Here ✨

[Hypebeast] April 11, 2024 Weekly Digest 🪄 Rolex Reveals Its 2024 Watches & Wonders Novelties Line-Up TLDR: Rolex has announced its latest time-telling offerings at the 2024 Watches & Wonders in Geneva. Why It Matters: The unveiling features a total of six models spanning icons such as the GMT-Master II, Day-Date, Perpetual 1908, Deepsea, Daytona and Sky-Dweller in various builds and sizes. To give a teaser of Rolex’s updated lineup, the new GMT-Master II marks the first time Rolex outfits the model with black ceramic and gray Cerachrom inset for the bezel. Exuding majestic appeal, this new Rolex Deepsea comes in a gleaming 18k yellow gold with a tonal dial and bezel in a radiant blue. Check out the full rundown through the link below. Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 🌀 Trompe-L'Oeil: How Fashion Fools the Eye TLDR: Take a microscope to today’s runways, and you’ll find sneaky design ploys everywhere. Why It Matters: “Trompe-l’oeil” (pronounced “TROM-PLOY;” not “trump ay le oil” as Little Carmine famously quips in The Sopranos) is a French term that translates to “deceive the eye.” By definition, the effect is quite simple: “a technique where a designer creates an optical illusion, through a change in perspective, dimension, or placement.” But in practice, its trickery can be much more difficult to decipher — much like an April Fools joke. In the last two seasons alone, Acne Studios’ denim played tricks with printed chains, bracelets and belts that realistically dangled around the waist. Diesel put forth seemingly deteriorating tops, meant to resemble the sweat stains one would accumulate after raving. Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 📐 A Conversation With Peter Yee, the Creative Mind Behind Many of Oakley’s Iconic Designs TLDR: The veteran designer shares details on his current solo exhibition, as well as insights from his past and a glimpse into the future of his new brand XYE. Why It Matters: Peter Yee, a distinguished designer renowned for his pivotal role in shaping the Oakley brand’s image during the 1990s and 2000s, recently unveiled his first solo exhibition in Hong Kong. This exhibition, titled “RENAISSANCE 2.0 x Peter Yee,” is a collaborative effort with SPIN.FASHION, offering an in-depth exploration of his work with Oakley through a blend of physical and digital mediums. The showcase is a homage to Yee’s extensive 25-year tenure at Oakley, presenting an array of sketches, prototypes and rare items that marked the era. Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 📍 Australia's Best Sneaker Stores TLDR: From Sydney to Perth and everywhere in between, here are Australia’s finest footwear retailers. Why It Matters: Australia may be located “Down Under,” but don’t let that fool you: it’s home to some of the best sneaker shopping anywhere in the world. From independent fashion retail concepts to OG sneaker stores, each space has been carefully curated to offer you an experience that’s about more than just taking home a fresh pair of kicks. Whether you’re looking to score the latest general release or a hype collaboration, the experience will likely also involve posting up at an in-house café or immersing yourself in a cutting-edge architectural space. From heavy hitters like UP THERE to Finesse — one of the world’s only women’s-dedicated sneaker stores — you’ll be hard-pressed to find a sneaker wall in Australia that won’t get your heartbeat racing. Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 🗣️ Enter the Eccentric Universe of Kid Bookie in a New Day in the Life TLDR: As he takes the stage at SXSW – one of many festivals that Kid Bookie is slated to perform at this year – the artist gives an exclusive look into how he gets in the zone for gigs whilst making the most of Texas along the way. Why It Matters: Known for blending high-energy rock with hip-hop, the rising star has garnered a cult following enraptured by his proclaimed “genre-splicing” sound as well as his notably eccentric character and show-stopping performances. Following up to his performance, Kid Bookie does a brief check-in with his band and gets on with the day as he heads to the local Mexican joint Vera Cruz. As the sun sets, the artist arrives at Parish where the Marshall takeover is in full swing. Keeping the energy alive after Dinosaur Jr’s performance, Kid Bookie shows no sign of slowing down as delivers an electric performance that had fans head-banging to his classic tracks “Game” and “Stuck in My Ways.” Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- [Hypebeast] [Download the Hypebeast App]( On iOS & Android Devices [hypebeast facebook]( instagram]( twitter]( youtube]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Manage Subscriptions]( Policy]( You are subscribed to Hypebeast’s marketing emails with the address: {EMAIL} Contact [subscription@hypebeast.com](mailto: subscription@hypebeast.com) for assistance on any enquiries. 2023 Hypebeast Limited. All Rights Reserved Hypebeast, 40/F, Cable TV Tower, No.9 Hoi Shing Road, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong