Editor's Log 002
Nightlife fades, fashion falters, and Dave might just drop a classic
Hi all,
Welcome back to the Editor’s Log, your weekly recap of everything worth knowing (and a little of what’s not) as we head into another one.
Monday
We started the week on a bittersweet note: Corsica Studios is set to close in 2026. Gutted. It’s one of London’s most iconic clubs - small, sweaty, and wildly formative. I’ve never been (not 18 yet), but anyone who’s ever talked about nightlife in the city has a Corsica story. As venue closures pile up, it’s hard not to feel like we’re losing the spaces that made British nightlife what it is.
On a brighter note, Harris Dickinson gave a terrific interview to The Face about his directorial debut ‘Urchin.’ Haven’t seen it yet, but I’ve heard good things. Less excited for his turn as John Lennon, though - not a Beatles fan or a Sam Mendes fan.
Tuesday
Speaking of The Beatles… Stella McCartney’s SS26 show opened with Helen Mirren reading the lyrics to ‘Come Together.’ That happened. The show had its moments - a bit rebellious, kind of punkish - but it didn’t really give, aside from this one terrific TikTok by Emma Winder, who we love here at Øscill8.
Elsewhere:
Yoffdog (one of our favourite graphic designers) got profiled by It’s Nice That - a huge win for good design and weird fonts.
SportsBanger dropped their “no i-D” tees, clapping back at the government’s terrifyingly stupid data-grab legislation.
Mura Studio teased two new hats: one airbrushed, one translucent. Could I pull off both? Absolutely.
Wednesday
Jonathan Anderson’s Dior womenswear debuted. And… meh? His menswear is usually more dialled in, this felt scattered. Especially the bow dresses. As @boringnotcom put it: “where’s the glamour and elegance that the brand is known for?”
More excitingly: Dave announced his new album, ‘The Boy Who Played The Harp,’ out 24 October. He’s got hits, no doubt, but no classic albums yet. This could be the one, or the make-or-break for his legacy.
Thursday
The British Museum announced its own “British Met Gala,” set to coincide with its ‘Ancient India: Living Traditions’ exhibition. Two thoughts: (1) why not the V&A, which actually has fashion history significance? and (2) how is there zero backlash? This is the same museum that hosted a gala for Israel in May… and I’m pretty sure most of the artefacts in that India exhibition are stolen.
We also dropped my piece on why young people are more online than ever but lonelier than ever - read it here.
Friday
Sarah Burton showed her second Givenchy collection. I liked it, especially the open-shoulder pieces that looked like wearable battlements. Still feels like she’s being restrained by the ready-to-wear brief though. Bring on her couture era.
Victoria Beckham… gave us not much, as per. Sexy mumwear for the West London girlies who still say “frock”.
Yinka Ilori revealed ‘Walk With Your Dreams,’ a new public artwork in Milton Keynes. It’s colourful, playful, and… maybe a bit too playground, not enough public art?
Sadie Coles announced a new gallery space on Savile Row (!!) - looking forward to see what they cook up.
Taylor Swift apparently sent for Charli XCX on her latest album, though amid the critical flops and proudly cancelled friends, it’s hard to care. (Also, is the album racist!?!?)
I also bumped into my friend Dav3 (not that Dave), who showed me his self-published photo book - beautiful depth work, I wish more people could see it. Check his work here. I also tried a green tangerine (delicious but unsettling).
Finished the night at the Barbican, where Ustad Noor Bakhsh played a set that honestly rivalled any good grime night. People dancing at a seated concert - unreal energy. Full review coming.
Saturday
Quiet news day. I linked Nammy Wams and Babydoom for a chat about their new tape (interview soon), and M.I.C. dropped off a Night Slugs hat (thank you, king). Big news from him incoming.
Rounded off the night at the cinema: Daughter of the Dragon (4 stars, funny), then Plainclothes (gay film, sad ending, 5 stars).
Sunday
I finally saw my interview for The Face Magazine in the flesh. Nothing else to report.
Here’s to another week of British excellence.
Best,
Sik
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