Tuesday Notes for June 17th, 2025
Culture
Kith takes aim at Texas
Kith quietly teases a flagship in North Texas—new job listings suggest a major streetwear expansion in a region usually missed by top-tier brands.
Idriys Ali-Chow for Aimé Leon Dore
Idriys Ali-Chow for Aimé Leon Dore
Idriys Ali-Chow for Aimé Leon DoreCreated in 2014, Aimé Leon Dore is a fashion and lifestyle brand based out of New York City.Aimé Leon Dore Key Takeaways * Fashion model Idriys Ali‑Chow fronts a new campaign by Aimé Leon Dore, released June 16, 2025. * Seen wearing unique apparel. * The
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The Best Large-Scale Works at Art Basel Unlimited 2025
The Best Large-Scale Works at Art Basel Unlimited 2025
The 2025 edition of Unlimited, Art Basel’s section for monumental works, opened Monday afternoon ahead of the main fair’s opening.
Sarah Belmont
Fashion Family Talks Opulence And Harlem Haberdashery
Fashion Family Talks Opulence And Harlem Haberdashery
The Harlem Haberdashery’s 2025 Opulence Gala will take place June 28. All proceeds will benefit the #TakeCareofHarlem campaign.
Kandiss Edwards
Sneakers
Louis Vuitton launched the LV BUTTERSOFT sneaker in 24 colorways, curated by Pharrell with Callum Turner cameo
Louis Vuitton Has an LV BUTTERSOFT Colorway for Everyone
Arriving in 24 versatile colorways, Pharrell presents the Maison’s latest sneaker with a guest appearance from British actor Callum Turner.
Nico Gavino
🏀 New Balance x Cooper Flagg “Flagg Day” Collection
WB ahead of the NBA Draft: Made‑in‑USA tees ($75) and sweatshirts ($155) arriving June 23. Royal blue, grey, white—Dallas vibes.
New Balance Celebrates Cooper Flagg With a Flagg Day Collection Ahead of the NBA Draft
New Balance celebrates Cooper Flagg with a collection of Made in USA apparel for “Flagg Day.” Find images and release information here.
Nicholas Vlahos
Air Jordan 14 “University Blue”
Air Jordan 14 “University Blue”
The Air Jordan 14 “University Blue” retro is seeing a return in 2026. Head to Nice Kicks to learn more on the upcoming release.
Nice Kicks
Air Jordan 4 “Imperial Purple”
Air Jordan 4 “Imperial Purple”
The Air Jordan 4 “Imperial Purple” is rumored to be releasing later in 2026. Head to Nice Kicks to learn more!
Nice Kicks
Inter Miami adidas Gazelles Just Dropped
Inter Miami adidas Gazelles Just Dropped
Inter Miami adidas Gazelles are available now via the adidas website. Tap to read our full breakdown, including purchase links.
Andrew Rizzo
Sports
Thunder-Pacers: 5 takeaways as Jalen Williams carries OKC to brink of 1st championship
Thunder-Pacers: 5 takeaways as Jalen Williams carries OKC to brink of 1st championship
Jalen Williams scores 40 points and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander adds 31 as OKC staves off yet another Indiana comeback.
Shaun Powell
Haliburton limited by calf: If I can walk, want to play
Haliburton limited by calf: If I can walk, want to play
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton was hampered by a sore right calf as Indiana dropped Game 5 at Oklahoma City on Monday night to fall behind 3-2 in the NBA Finals.
Jamal Collier
LeBron says focus is getting knee healthy by camp
LeBron says focus is getting knee healthy by camp
As he prepares to return for his 23rd NBA season, Lakers superstar LeBron James said his priority is getting his left knee healthy in time for training camp.
Jonathan Givony
It's Sabrina Ionescu's world, and she's leaving her mark
Technology
Apple + ChatGPT = Supercharged “Image Playground”
Apple is revamping its AI image tool with GPT-powered enhancements.
Apple is salvaging Image Playground with a boost from ChatGPT | TechCrunch
With the new ChatGPT integration, users will be able to access more styles that move beyond the emoji-like creations that Image Playground has become known for.
Aisha Malik
Instagram tests a reposts feature
Instagram tests a reposts feature | TechCrunch
Instagram is testing the ability for users to repost posts, the company confirmed to TechCrunch on Monday.
Aisha Malik
Patreon will increase the cut it takes from new creators
Patreon will increase the cut it takes from new creators | TechCrunch
Patreon is bumping its take fee from creators from 8% to 10%, but only for new signups.
Amanda Silberling
Founder of 23andMe buys back company out of bankruptcy auction
23andMe founder buys back genetic testing company in second auction
Anne Wojcicki pays $305mn to defeat a previous deal struck with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
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