Von Dutch Teams With Boxer Jake Paul
Jake Paul is in the throes of preparing for his fight against two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in Miami on Dec. 19. But that didn’t stop him from creating some merch.
Von Dutch, the cult streetwear brand, has joined forces with the boxer, actor and influencer’s body care brand W on a capsule collection of apparel and accessories.
The Jake Paul x Von Dutch Loves collaboration features four pieces of apparel and four hats that blend the company’s West Coast aesthetic with Paul’s athletic style. The collection, which was designed by Lindsey Falack of Von Dutch Loves, the company’s platform for collaborations, includes a varsity jacket, oversize T-shirt, a label collar sweatshirt and pin-striped black muscle T as well as trucker hats in brown or black suede or navy.
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“I designed the Jake Paul x Von Dutch Loves collection to bring Jake’s edge into Von Dutch’s world without losing either identity,” said Falack. “The goal was to make it clean and wearable but still loud in its attitude. The brown suede hats tie back to classic Von Dutch materials, while the Ts and varsity jacket stay minimal and modern. The neon yellow ‘W’ logo comes straight from Jake’s brand; it’s a punch of color that’s a reminder to back yourself, bring your best, and turn every moment into a win. The black muscle T with pin-striping is a nod to both boxing aesthetics and street style; athletic, but not gymwear. Jake’s boldness and Von Dutch’s history of pushing boundaries naturally fit together. This collection reflects that intersection; heritage and hype, stripped down to the essentials.”
Paul added: “Von Dutch always stood for being unapologetically yourself. This collab celebrates winning energy and personal expression. It’s fashion with purpose and gives you confidence to back yourself and bring that positivity to everything you do.”
The collection opens for presale on the Von Dutch site on Monday and is available for sale the next day. Those who sign up in advance are also provided with early access to signed merchandise from Paul.
Skating on Thin Ice?
One of the most anticipated matchups in hockey every year is the Winter Classic, the National Hockey League’s outdoor match. This year the reigning two-time Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers face off against the New York Rangers on Jan. 2, 2026 at loanDepot Park in Miami.
The site marks the southernmost location for the game, which kicked off in 2008.
The NHL and Fanatics, the authentic outfitter of the league, created special uniforms for the teams to wear for the game. The Panthers’ uniform pays homage to Florida’s hockey history and local military ties with a vintage take on the team’s original “leaping panther” crest in felt and chain stitching. The jersey also features decorative stitching with chevrons, inspired in part by South Florida’s military heritage, and a rear hem loop that features the silhouette of the Panthers’ rat, which honors the team’s tradition of throwing rats onto the ice after home victories.
For the Rangers, which are celebrating their 100th season, the team has been wearing a centennial jersey all season. The Winter Classic version will complement that by adding bold oversize stripes, “New York” lettering on the front chest, and the apple logo featured on the Centennial jersey.
The jerseys and additional NHL Winter Classic merchandise such as team apparel, headwear and hard goods are available on the NHL online shops in the U.S. and Canada, the Panthers and Rangers team stores and the league’s flagship in New York.
Nili Lotan Gets in the Holiday Spirit
Nili Lotan is transforming her men’s store in TriBeCa into a holiday pop-up.
Through Dec. 31, the store at 183 Duane Street will offer a mix of men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, unisex gifts and vintage and archival pieces from the designer’s personal collection. That will include everything from bags, scarves and small leather goods to lighters, ashtrays and books on architecture and music.
Coffee and pastries will be served and the space will host a live-music series with performances across several genres including sets by her husband, singer/songwriter David Broza. The Greenwich Village restaurant Buba Bureka will close out the season by offering seasonal offerings in December.
Lotan opened the men’s store last fall across the street from her women’s unit. Best known for her womenswear, the Tel Aviv-born designer launched her first full men’s collection in 2022.
Purple Taps Footballer Alejandro Balde
Purple Brand has tapped professional soccer player Alejandro Balde of FC Barcelona as its global brand ambassador and the face of its pre-spring 2026 campaign.
The athlete was photographed in Barcelona at the historic Palauet d’Orsà, a neoclassical estate built in 1900 by architect Jaume Gustà i Bondia.
“Becoming Purple Brand’s global ambassador is something I’m really excited about,” said Balde. “I’ve admired the brand for a long time — the creativity, the identity, the way it moves culture. This partnership feels natural, and I’m proud to represent a brand that reflects who I am.”
He added that he’s “entering a new stage in my career, both as a player and beyond the pitch, and working with Purple Brand aligns with that evolution. I want to grow, express myself, and connect in new ways. This partnership lets me do that, and I’m excited for what we’ll build together.”
“Alejandro represents the next era — self-made, driven, and carrying the presence of modern royalty. His ambition reflects where Purple is headed, and his layered backgrounds shape a perspective that connects across worlds,” said Luke Cosby, owner of Purple Brand.
