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Sep 23, 2024 · Back in 2014, before he founded luxury streetwear brand Palm Angels, Francesco Ragazzi released a photography book of skaters in LA. Published by Rizzoli, the book highlighted skate communities across Venice and Manhattan beaches. Ten years on, the brand is moving forward by looking back. It’s eschewed a runway show this season to mount an ...
Palm Angels is an Italian luxury fashion label founded in 2015 by Italian art director and photographer, Francesco Ragazzi [1] who is also the former artistic director of Moncler. [2]
Mar 20, 2024 · Francesco Ragazzi's photography book - Palm Angels Crafted by the Creative Vision of Francesco Ragazzi Born in 1980 in Milan, Francesco Ragazzi's journey into the fashion world began in a time when opportunities were scarce and the industry was wary of underground influences.
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After working for more than a decade as one of the masterminds behind the lifestyle brand Moncler, the designer and photographer Francesco Ragazzi decided to found his own label in 2015. He called it Palm Angels. Although his label is based in Milan, it’s a far cry from the typical Italian brand. Ragazzi lives between Los Angeles and Milan, and he ...
Palm Angels showcases Ragazzi’s American and Italian background. He uses his vision of American culture and adds an Italian flair for luxury in all of his collections. It is neither the stereotypical Italian brand nor the typical American brand. He takes inspiration heavily from the 90’s Los Angeles West Coast culture and fuses this with upscale an...
In 2015, Palm Angels’ debut collection was unisex and was inspired by 70’s skate culture. It created a preppy chic feel, which has rarely been done before in the fashion industry. The thought process behind each design was to reinterpret American culture and create a bold collection that speaks of luxury and streetwear. Ragazzi is one of the pionee...
There’s been an increase in luxury brands adding streetwear to their collections, and Ragazzi can be thanked for this. Social media has also led to streetwear in luxury collections being more acceptable and noticed. A sense of freedom is evident in all Ragazzi’s designs, and the use of bright colours, special designs and creative themes showcases t...
Now that cannabis has been legalized in California, Ragazzi thought to add it as an element in his designs. Marijuana is a lifestyle choice that represents Palm Angels, reinforced by the fact that some rappers promote this brand, which is also appreciated in Asia. Although he uses simple pieces such as jeans and t-shirts, Ragazzi makes sure to use ...
Ragazzi uses great fabrics and craftmanship, which comes from his Italian roots. Creativity is very important to him and it is seen in each of his pieces. He takes his time in creating all the garments and doesn’t compromise on quality. Comfort is also very important, as most who buys streetwear items want to be stylish, casual and comfortable. Mus...
Sep 9, 2016 · The name Palm Angels comes from the first picture I took for my book. It was of a blond guy, and he was floating in the air with his board under the palm trees in California. I thought, there’s the palms, he’s an angel, so ‘Palm Angels.’”
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Dec 2, 2022 · In celebration of Palm Angels newest collaboration with Moncler, titled 8 Moncler Palm Angels, Remix sat down with Palm Angels founder and designer Francesco Ragazzi to chat about his go-to everyday outfit, his history with Moncler and his favourite piece from the collection.
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May 31, 2024 · It's a cool twist in the story of Palm Angels and how it came to be. What is Palm Angels? Renowned worldwide, Palm Angels is an Italian luxury brand which breathes new life into classic pieces like hoodies, track pants, and t-shirts. It masterfully combines the casual elegance of LA with the precise craftsmanship and premium fabrics Italy is ...
