Style Swoon: From MCM's cool collab with musician Honey Dijon to Phillip Lim's charitable partnership, a roundup of the week's hottest fashion happenings

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When it comes to style, we are all inspired by what we see; whether it be a well-dressed celebrity, a blow-your-mind catwalk presentation or even a fashionable passerby.

As fashion editors, we're moved by all of the above, and then some. We're exposed to under-the-radar labels; we get a first-hand look at collections months before they hit stores; we attend VIP events; we're tapped into brands with chic-yet-cheap offerings and we shop — a lot.

To share our knowledge, FEMAIL brings you Style Swoon, a weekly series of the latest, greatest and on the verge. We hope this series will serve as a buying guide and point of inspiration for all.

This week's edition starts with brand new drops. 

Shopbop released an exclusive capsule collection in partnership with American design house, 3.1 Phillip Lim

Calling all bi-coastal fashionistas 

This week Shopbop released an exclusive capsule collection in partnership with American design house, 3.1 Phillip Lim.

The capsule collection includes eight pieces co-designed by designer Phillip Lim and Shopbop’s Fashion Director, Caroline Maguire. 

Blending New York’s cool, downtown aesthetic that Phillip and Caroline know and love with their shared West Coast roots, the collection is a cool collegiate-inspired assortment of separates boasting "NY" and "LA" letters. 

This is the first designer collection Caroline has designed in partnership with an outside designer.

To celebrate the collection and Caroline and Phillip’s AAPI backgrounds, a donation will also be made to Creating Space; an organization that seeks to create a safe space for Asian Americans of all generations to share their mental health stories and experiences, and in doing so, heal together.

Items are available to shop exclusively on shopbop.com, with prices ranging from $195-$650 in sizes XS-L.

The capsule collection includes eight pieces co-designed by designer Phillip Lim and Shopbop’s Fashion Director, Caroline Maguire

The capsule collection includes eight pieces co-designed by designer Phillip Lim and Shopbop’s Fashion Director, Caroline Maguire

Blending New York’s cool, downtown aesthetic that Phillip and Caroline know and love with their shared West Coast roots, the collection is a cool, easy and chic collegiate-inspired assortment of separates boasting "NY" and "LA" letters

Your best foot forward

On Monday, June 10, TOMS launched their collaboration with designer Christian Cowan.

The two styles feature a round toe and oversized flower. 

'We made all these beautiful peonies out of fabrics, handmade. I loved that with the flats, because it showed that they were in their power – they could do anything, and they were comfortable,' Christian told Daily Mail.

'I’m honestly so grateful for an opportunity like this - to work with TOMS is a dream come true for a designer like me.'

The ladylike shoes first debuted at Cowan's NYFW show in February 2024. 

They are available in men's and women's sizing and in black and white styles.

A natural partner for the brand, Cowan was also a face of the Spring 2024 Wear Good campaign for TOMS.

On Monday, June 10, TOMS launched their collaboration with designer Christian Cowan

On June 10th, MCM debuted its new Honey Dijon Capsule Collection, a fun assortment that marries music and fashion

Cool carryalls 

On June 10th, MCM debuted its new Honey Dijon Capsule Collection, a fun assortment that marries music and fashion. 

The collection was inspired by the legendary DJ and fashion icon’s unparalleled style, it includes four bags and two t-shirts.

Honey herself contributed to the design. 

'I wanted to create a dissertation on travel and style. The merging of utility, beauty and craftsmanship,' she said.

The collection was inspired by the legendary DJ and fashion icon’s unparalleled style, it includes four bags and two t-shirts

Yellow, pink, and blue bold type sit atop the green laurel logo element over the iconic MCM Visetos pattern on The Large Ottomar Weekender Bag

'Creating a collection infused with legacy pieces, I wanted to resurrect the chic era of travel, seamlessly blending timeless elegance with modern sophistication.'

Yellow, pink, and blue bold type sit atop the green laurel logo element over the iconic MCM Visetos pattern on The Large Ottomar Weekender Bag. 

The Large Aren Hobo gets the same graphic treatment, and the Mini Classic Crossbody, and Medium Aren Pouch make bold new statements in this capsule.

'MCM stands for Modern Creation Munich and in delving into it's archive I came across a wealth of inspiration in which I 'remixed' the heritage house codes in new materials, vibrant colors, and new shapes. 

'The qualities I associate with MCM and its legacy are innovation, imagination, quality, and craftsmanship.' 

The capsule is available on mcmworldwide.com and selected retail stores.

'I wanted to create a dissertation on travel and style. The merging of utility, beauty and craftsmanship,' she said

And away we go

On Tuesday, June 14th, Away, the brand for travel essentials and La Ligne, the timeless women's fashion brand, debuted their exclusive 20-piece summer capsule.

The collection of summer-ready travel essentials is available in stores and online until it sells out.

'You know you’ve created something exciting when the design process is so organic,' says Jen Rubio, co-founder and CEO of Away. 

'Bringing La Ligne’s signature stripe together with our signature products infuses a sense of fun into a collection designed to allow you to travel well.'

The 20 piece capsule collection offers a range of summer-ready luggages including Away’s best-selling Bigger Carry-On and matching accessories, all in two seasonal colorways, Spritz, with vibrant orange stripes, and Cabana, featuring classic navy stripes. 

Prices range from $30 to $345.

The collection is rounded out with an exclusive 10 piece La Ligne assortment of matching women’s, men’s and kids, tees, lightweight knits, sleepwear, and more. 

Pricing ranges from $75 for the Marini Sweater (kids), through $250 for Bonne Nuit Pajamas.

On Tuesday, June 14th, Away, the leading brand for all your travel essentials and La Ligne, the timeless women's fashion brand, debuted their exclusive 20-piece summer capsule

Time for a summer watch 

On Thursday, June 13th, CASIO launched two new G-SHOCK women’s watches in the G-LIDE series: the GLXS5600-2 and the GLXS5600-7B. 

Inspired by the beach, both timepieces feature new colorful and compact silhouettes that embrace the essence of “Surfing with Nature.” 

Each watch retains the robust DNA of Shock Resistance and 200M Water Resistance which G-SHOCK is known for.

The GLXS5600-2 comes in a cool blue, evoking the hues of ocean waves, while the GLXS5600-7B, in white, symbolizes the pure, untouched beauty of sandy beaches.

Watches boast a tide graph and moon data, prominently displayed on the watch face, providing essential tools for surfers and marine sports enthusiasts.

The bezel and band are constructed from eco-friendly biomass-based resin, utilizing renewable organic resources to minimize environmental impact.

On Thursday, June 13th, CASIO launched two new G-SHOCK women’s watches in the G-LIDE series: the GLXS5600-2 and the GLXS5600-7B inspired by the beach

Spotted on the streets

Lisa Todd played by actress Nicole Ari Parker was spotted on the set of 'And Just Like that.." in a very bold ensemble.

The character strutted her stuff in a tri-color dress accessorized with a wide belt, clutch handbag and yellow feather shoes.

Her shoes are the 'Stephanie' sandals by footwear label Flor de Maria.

'This is such an honor for me as a small business owner and female and minority founder,' shared Flor whose eponymous brand has been seen on the likes of Kylie Jenner, Jenna Ortega, Cameron Diaz and more.

The self-funded label has been around for just four years and has already amassed a cult following thanks to its chic designs and available price point.

The 'Stephanie' features a detachable strap, retails for $475, and is available on pre-order.

Lisa Todd played by actress Nicole Ari Parker was spotted on the set of 'And Just Like that.." in a very bold ensemble, made compete with Flor de Maria shoes

Elegant afternoon

On Wednesday, June 5th, ASTA RESORT hosted an elegant, intimate luncheon at Hotel Bel-Air’s private Swan Lake to celebrate their Pre Fall collection, Flowers in Firenze, with local editors and influencers.

Helena Ammitzboell (Founder and Creative Director) and sister Jasmine Ammitzboell (Designer) mingled with guests over crisp lemon drops, pistachio gelato sundaes, and jazz music in the enchanted garden surrounded by gorgeous swans - a muse for the collection.

All guests were decked out in the ASTA RESORT collection. 

On Wednesday, June 5th 2024, ASTA RESORT hosted an elegant, intimate luncheon at Hotel Bel-Air’s private Swan Lake 

Guests were all wearing pieces from the ASTA RESORT collection

The afternoon celebrated the label's Pre Fall collection, Flowers in Firenze

On the runways 

PARAISO Miami Swim Week celebrated their 20th anniversary last week with its 2024 edition of the swim runway shows at the PARAISO Miami Swim Week Tents in Miami Beach. 

They are the official fashion week program highlighting swim and resort wear collections, co-founded by Creative Director Natalija Dedic Stojanovic in 2004.

Natalija wanted to produce an elevated program highlighting brands, leaders, trendsetters in the market. 

PARAISO Miami Swim Week celebrated their 20th anniversary last week with its 2024 edition of the swim runway shows at the PARAISO Miami Swim Week Tents in Miami Beach

This year, brands like Dippin Daisys, Colombia Moda, Oh Polly, PQ Swim and CUPSHE showcased their latest collections on the catwalk

At its debut, PARAISO hosted 15-20 shows.

Today, the 5-day event hosts over 50 designer activations ranging from runway shows, presentations, experiential marketing and the opportunity to debut upcoming collections. 

This year, brands like Dippin Daisys, Oh Polly, PQ Swim and CUPSHE  showcased their latest collections on the catwalk in front of packed crowds.

The program today draws over 30,000 visitors to the City of Miami Beach.