The Weekly Brief 🎬 Moral Radicalism: Park Chan-wook has never been interested in easy answers. For decades, the Korean auteur has used crime, mystery, and dark humor as entry points into something far more unsettling: the emotional and moral extremes that shape human behavior.
🎥 A Cinematic Study: Our January digital cover spotlights Park at a pivotal moment, with his Oscar-submitted film ‘No Other Choice.’ Adapted from Donald Westlake’s 1997 novel ‘The Ax,’ the film follows a family man whose sudden unemployment spirals into a calculated campaign against his competition.
🌟 Key Influences: In our conversation, Park reflects on the making of ‘No Other Choice,’ the most overlooked directors and films in Korean cinema, and the lasting influence of Alfred Hitchcock on his work.
 👔 Exaggerated Silhouettes: Proportions are reaching new extremes with "dress-length" shirts that brush the ankles and a return to "mega shorts" that defy previous trends for shorter hemlines.
🪡 Historical and Craft Revivals: Runways are embracing nostalgia through "granny knits" featuring floral motifs and ornate military-inspired "regiment coats" that prioritize fine tailoring over athleisure.
🧣 Decorative Masculinity: Menswear is adopting traditionally feminine codes through the use of opulent brocade fabrics, salmon pink color palettes, and layered hip scarves or sarongs.
 👟 A Shift Toward Retro Icons: The 2025 list signals a move away from modern collaborations in favor of nostalgic re-releases, with the Air Jordan 11 “Gamma” claiming the top spot.
🏀 Dominance of Basketball Heritage: Every sneaker in the top 10 is rooted in basketball culture, featuring a mix of six Jordan Brand models and four Nike Basketball silhouettes, including three distinct Kobe Protro entries.
📉 The Decline of Collaboration Hype: For the first time in years, the Air Jordan 1 failed to make the list, as the brand shifted from an average of 77% collaborations to a lineup where 60% of the winners were classic retros.  Advertisement Your Fashion Briefing This WeekApparel merch is rolling different 🎲 🇺🇸 "Gap Vibes 🤷🏽♂️" — @eldaradoenyc on SKIMS' fourth Team USA capsule for the 2026 Winter Games.
🩷 Pink is the New Black: Following previous rumors of cancellation, Travis Scott's two-pair "Pink Pack" featuring "Shy Pink" and "Tropical Pink" colorways is now confirmed for a May release.
📀 "Went platinum at pacsun" — @merzilla on on YEEZUS originally planned to be a full-fledged skate brand.
💈 Rock the Rollers, Don't Be Dumb: A$AP Rocky’s creative agency AWGE has released a utilitarian merchandise capsule featuring a roller beanie, "Babushka" twofer tops, Tim Burton-illustrated box sets, and branded megaphones.
📼 "mannnn the nostalgiaaaa" — @babyboysal_ on the growing references for 2016. Advertisement
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