Future+ Fridays | Issue23

Happy Friday! Bringing you our 23rd issue, written from a sunny spot in the south of France ??. We hope everyone is enjoying a beautiful summer.

In this week's issue, we share news about the exciting debut of the Digital Fashion Designer's Council (DFDC) , CULT GAIA 's Web3 community, highlights from Christie's Art+Tech Summit, 酩悦·轩尼诗-路易·威登集团 and SpaceX , and more…

Don't miss our Livestream Monday coming up on August 5th to discuss the launch of DFDC and upcoming Fashion Week Connect events this Fall. It will be co-hosted with David Cash, with special guests including Megan Kaspar and more to be announced. Whether you're tuning in from your office or a sunbed, it's set to be a great one! Sign up here.

?? In this week’s issue

1. Launch of the Digital Fashion Designers’ Council
2. Cult Gaia launches ‘The Cult’ Web3 community
3. Christie’s Art+Tech Summit: the future of AI and culture
4. LVMH and SpaceX: a collaboration on the horizon?
5. Marc Jacobs showcasing Nara Smith: The new era of influencer marketing

???? Also on our radar, in case you missed it

1. Epic Games brings Adidas into Fortnite
2. Joor launches ‘Passport to Paris’ during the Olympics
3. Elon Musk violates X policies by posting deepfakes of Kamala Harris
4. Spotlight on independent designers at the Olympic opening ceremony
5. Tiffany and the CFDA launch new jewellery design award
6. Pucci to collaborate with Guerlain on a makeup line
7. E.l.f. teams up with Hot Girl Walk for a trendy TikTok campaign
8. Doodle partners with AriZona Ice Tea
9. Understanding the new luxury customers
10. Major Dior pop-up opens in Harrods this month

?? Upcoming events on our calendar

• 30th September, Geneva: We are partnering with private members club N°OW'HERE, bringing together luxury, venture and innovation through curated conversations, networking and insights.
• 18th October, Paris: We are coming back to Paris for the 2nd edition of Codes of Culture during Art Basel Paris, bringing together luxury, art, culture, and technology with curated conversations, immersive experiences and art activations.

We have limited sponsorship and partnership opportunities available for both events. If interested to participate, speaking opportunities or showcasing your company/brand. Get in touch [email protected].

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