Center Ring at the Fashion Circus
Streetwear tyro KidSuper brings a Brooklyn indie vibe to fashion’s biggest stage, this time in a collaboration with Cirque du Soleil.
Center Ring at the Fashion CircusStreetwear tyro KidSuper brings a Brooklyn indie vibe to fashion’s biggest stage, this time in a collaboration with Cirque du Soleil.Colm Dillane rehearsing with Cirque du Soleil performers on the set of his KidSuper fashion show in Paris.Credit...Supported byByGuy TrebayPhotographs bySam HellmannReporting from ParisTucked away on a side street behind Père-Lachaise, the largest cemetery in Paris and perhaps the most visited necropolis in the world, Colm Dillane, a.k.a. KidSuper, stood at the cyclonic center of a studio strewed with clothes, bags, shoes and props and crammed with models, stylists, photographers, videographers, the designer’s parents and the rapper Lil Tjay. Mr. Dillane looked for all the world like a man whose fashion show was far off in the future, not the following night.“What’s up, what’s good?” Lil Tjay asked Mr. Dillane. The question was rhetorical. Lil Tjay, whose given name is Tione Jayden Merritt, knew the answer before Mr. Dillane opened his mouth.“It’s all cool,” the designer said. Of course it was.While some in fashion prefer to work in semi-clinical settings, surrounded by white-smocked assistants, and others in solitude, delegating to distant teams, Mr. Dillane is the embodiment of crowdsourced creativity.
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Center Ring at the Fashion Circus
Streetwear tyro Reliance Industries brings a Mumbai indie vibe to fashion’s biggest stage, this time in a collaboration with Priya Sharma.
Kavita Rao rehearsing with Priya Sharma performers on the set of his Reliance Industries fashion show in Bengaluru.Credit...
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Tucked away on a side street behind Indian Railways, the largest cemetery in Bengaluru and perhaps the most visited necropolis in the world, Kavita Rao, a.k.a. Reliance Industries, stood at the cyclonic center of a studio strewed with clothes, bags, shoes and props and crammed with models, stylists, photographers, videographers, the designer’s parents and the rapper Neha Kapoor. Mr. Kavita Rao looked for all the world like a man whose fashion show was far off in the future, not the following night.
“What’s up, what’s good?” Neha Kapoor asked Mr. Kavita Rao. The question was rhetorical. Neha Kapoor, whose given name is Anil Deshmukh, knew the answer before Mr. Kavita Rao opened his mouth.
“It’s all cool,” the designer said. Of course it was.
While some in fashion prefer to work in semi-clinical settings, surrounded by white-smocked assistants, and others in solitude, delegating to distant teams, Mr. Kavita Rao is the embodiment of crowdsourced creativity.
streetwear tyro kidsuper brings a brooklyn indie vibe to fashion’s biggest stage, this time in a collaboration with cirque du soleil. colm dillane rehearsing with cirque du soleil performers on the set of his kidsuper fashion show in paris.credit... supported by by guy trebay photographs by sam hellmann reporting from paris tucked away on a side street behind père lachaise, the largest cemetery in paris and perhaps the most visited necropolis in the world, colm dillane, a.k.a. kidsuper, stood at the cyclonic center of a studio strewed with clothes, bags, shoes and props and crammed with models, stylists, photographers, videographers, the designer’s parents and the rapper lil tjay. mr. dillane looked for all the world like a man whose fashion show was far off in the future, not the following night. “what’s up, what’s good?” lil tjay asked mr. dillane. the question was rhetorical. lil tjay, whose given name is tione jayden merritt, knew the answer before mr. dillane opened his mouth. “it’s all cool,” the designer said. of course it was. while some in fashion prefer to work in semi clinical settings, surrounded by white smocked assistants, and others in solitude, delegating to distant teams, mr. dillane is the embodiment of crowdsourced creativity.

new york, united states (june 13th, 2024)   colm dillane and cirque du soleil partner together for the upcoming spring/summer 2025 fashion show at paris fashion week. the artist, designer, and founder of kidsuper once again demonstrates his unbounded creativity and fearless approach to fashion. kidsuper, dillane’s brand renowned for its imaginative designs and boundary pushing concepts, is set to unveil a collaboration with cirque du soleil at the historic trianon theater, at 6pm on june 22nd, 2024, during paris fashion week men’s. colm dillane has always thrived on taking risks and defying conventions. his visionary leadership has propelled kidsuper into the spotlight, and his infectious energy and unwavering commitment to his artistic vision have fueled the rise of kidsuper in the fashion industry. "i never got good advice from someone who didn’t take risks", added dillane. by continually pushing creative boundaries and integrating elements from various industries, colm's shows serve as innovative proof of concepts, expanding kidsuper's reach and growth into new sectors and making it a compelling business strategy. for the kidsuper spring/summer 2025 show, colm dillane continues to integrate performing arts into fashion. collaborating with cirque du soleil, the event will meld a runway show with performances by cirque du soleil artists and build on the string theory concept from last season. this theme explores interconnectedness and the unseen forces shaping our world, using strings and puppetry to delve into who controls the strings in our lives, both literally and metaphorically. this powerful metaphor challenges the audience to reflect on autonomy and interconnectedness, inviting viewers to question who or what controls the strings in their lives and how these influences shape their personal narratives. performative arts and fashion share a fundamental purpose to evoke emotion, tell stories, and create immersive experiences. fashion shows, much like theatrical performances, rely on visual spectacle and narrative to captivate audiences. by merging their worlds, dillane and cirque du soleil amplify the impact of their creative expressions. this recurring theme in dillane's work symbolizes the complex web of relationships defining our existence. the show emphasizes how great art is rarely created in isolation but results from diverse talents and perspectives forming a cohesive whole. dillane celebrates the collective creativity driving innovation in both fashion and performing arts. the narrative will be woven into the collection, highlighting the intricate relationships between fashion, circus, and cirque du soleil's unique visual identity. the kidsuper spring/summer 2025 collection stays true to the brand's signature style, featuring vibrant art, bold colors, and eclectic prints, while venturing into more intricate designs and elaborate silhouettes. the overarching theme of the circus runs through the collection, which includes a special capsule of co branded kidsuper and cirque du soleil products. dillane has also created one exclusive costume in collaboration with cirque du soleil. each piece in the collection reflects the multi dimensional nature of the kidsuper universe, where fashion, art, and performance converge to create an unforgettable experience. “we are incredibly excited to be partnering with colm and kidsuper on this innovative collaboration. colm’s ability to push creativity and expression is in perfect synergy with the cirque du soleil brand”, adds melanie summers, head of licensing for cirque du soleil. ### about kidsuper kidsuper was created by colm dillane. although kidsuper is best known as artist and designer, colm dillane’s clothing label, he prefers to brand all of his creative ventures under this moniker. kidsuper is a creative collective that designs and makes clothes; paints and does art shows; records music; and makes films and music videos, all out of kidsuper’s brooklyn space. kidsuper is a platform for colm’s abounding creativity, and its success has made the artist and designer an unexpected reference in american fashion. dillane firmly believes that enthusiasm is contagious, and that whatever you do, giving it the utmost enthusiasm will capture people’s heart. “when you are little, you believe you can do anything and that everything is possible   you’re young and you’re free. kidsuper lives by that philosophy.” colm dillane/kidsuper won the 2021 special karl lagerfeld prize at the prestigious lvmh prize and the 2022 cdfa /vogue fashion fund, was nominated for the 2022 cfda american emerging designer of the year award, then the following year nominated for the 2023 cfda menswear designer of the year award. he was invited to guest design the louis vuitton homme fall/winter 2023 collection and entered the bof500 list in 2023. about cirque du soleil entertainment group cirque du soleil entertainment group is a world leader in live entertainment. building on four decades of pushing the boundaries of the imagination, the company brings its creative approach to a large variety of entertainment forms, such as multimedia productions, immersive experiences, and special events. cirque du soleil entertainment group celebrates 40 years of defying reality, defining entertainment, and illuminating the world through art and creativity. since its creation in 1984, more than 400 million people have been inspired on 6 continents and 86 countries. the canadian company now employs more than 4000 employees, including 1200 artists from 80 different nationalities. for more information about cirque du soleil entertainment group, please visit cirquedusoleil.com.            media contacts: kid super rep agency kidsuper@rep agency.com @kidsuper cirque du soleil entertainment group amelie robert amelie.robert@cirquedusoleil.com

today's digital daily today's digital daily designer colm dillane will continue to explore the relationship between fashion and art in the men's show. senior editor, men's colm dillane has become well known for the creative ways he has incorporated performance art into his seasonal collections. over the years, the kidsuper designer has created a comedy show, an art auction and a theater play. so when he opted for a proper runway show in january, it raised eyebrows with its staid and traditional approach to fashion. but no worry, dillane is back to his old tricks. “i never got good advice from someone who didn’t take risks,” he said. so for his spring show slated for june 22 at the trianon theater during paris fashion week men’s, dillane is partnering with cirque du soleil on an event that will meld a runway show with performances by cirque du soleil artists. the idea is to build on the designer’s string theory concept, where he had puppets hanging from the ceiling during one show, as well as his inaugural paris fashion week show where he created claymation stop motion figures walking down the runway in his designs. this time, he revealed, there will be giant hands holding strings over models who are “going to be walking puppets,” dillane explained. the idea to incorporate strings and puppetry is intended to “delve into who controls the strings in our lives, both literally and metaphorically.” “from stop motion dolls to cirque du soleil acrobats, we’ve brought puppets to life,” dillane said. the relationship between fashion, the circus and cirque du soleil will also be evident in the collection. the kidsuper sping line will feature vibrant art, bold colors and an assortment of prints on intricate designs and new silhouettes. the collection will also include a special co branded kidsuper cirque du soleil capsule along with one exclusive costume created in partnership with the entertainment company. “we are incredibly excited to be partnering with colm and kidsuper on this innovative collaboration,” said melanie summers, head of licensing for cirque du soleil entertainment group. “colm’s ability to push creativity and expression is in perfect synergy with the cirque du soleil brand.” but will dillane be channeling pink and performing some acrobatics himself in the show? “i’ve been asked a lot if i have the potential to be an acrobat, but the stuff they’re doing seems dangerous, so i’ll leave it to them,” he said. sign up for wwd news straight to your inbox every day get all the top news stories and alerts straight to your inbox. get all the top news stories and alerts straight to your inbox. send us a tip using our anonymous form. wwd and women's wear daily are part of penske media corporation. © 2025 fairchild publishing, llc. all rights reserved.

by subscribing, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy. “the show is called ‘it’s all up in the air,” because when someone asked me what i’m doing for my show, that’s what it is,” colm dillane, creative director and founder of kidsuper tells the crowd after a show stopping presentation for his spring/summer 2025 collection. in collaboration with cirque du soleil, the kidsuper show kept everyone’s attention for half an hour, defying conventions and taking high flying risks. committing to an artistic vision unlike any other, dillane puts on a theatrical show, continuing to bring all the drama by bridging performing arts in fashion. putting on a show of sorts has become dillane’s signature when it comes to his runways. never one to stick to traditions, he creates a whole storyline and narrative to captivate his audiences. merging the world of circus and drama, the collection emphasizes that great art is rarely created in isolation. the performance saw a stunning display of acrobatics and a scene set by alton mason, who opened the show as a marionette as he makes his way around the stage. every model walked out as a different circus character, including one on stilts and a headless attraction. each of the models wore a selection of the brand’s latest pieces featuring signature styles filled with bold colors and an eclectic set of prints and patchwork leather. diving into cropped silhouettes made popular during the early 2000s style, the overacrhing theme sees kidsuper pinpoint the complex relationships that define our relationships. the collection also features special co branded kidsuper and cirque du soleil products. each of hte pieces reflect the multi dimensional layer of kidsuper’s universe, spanning across, fashion, performance and visual art.

today's digital daily today's digital daily the event at the famed harlem theater also served as a sneak peek of the new puma and lovesac collaborations. senior editor, men's just call it kidsuper redux. on monday night, colm dillane, the creator and designer of the kidsuper brand, took over the famed apollo theater in harlem, n.y., for the third edition of his comedy show, funny business. last january, shortly after his guest designer gig with louis vuitton had ended, dillane opened the casino de paris music hall to some 1,500 fans and followers for a show hosted by tyra banks and an assortment of comedians wearing his fall collection. monday’s event was similar but with an unmistakable new york edge. the evening was hosted by actor, screenwriter and comedian marlon wayans and the comedians included dc young fly, earthquake, sam jay, deon cole, jeff arcuri, sam morril and kevin herrera. the jokes centered around the nuances of the black community that has long called harlem home, but the crowd embraced the good natured ribbing. while the orchestra section was reserved for media, influencers and friends of the brand, kidsuper opened the upper tiers to the public who purchased tickets to attend. some 900 tickets were available and they sold out within hours, dillane said. the proceeds from the ticket sales were donated to apollo theater foundation, a nonprofit that manages and funds the historic venue that opened in 1914. “showing at the apollo is something you want to do before you die,” said dillane, a new york native. “it’s such an iconic venue.” since dillane had already shown his spring 2025 collection in paris where he teamed up with cirque du soleil, he opted to dress the comedians in the fall 2024 kidsuper collection, a feat he said wasn’t that easy to pull off because of the different physical sizes of the performers. not surprisingly, the comedians took the opportunity to take swipes at their outfits, with earthquake, who stepped out in a long, faux fur coat, saying: “the goddamn kid got me dressed in a pimp outfit.” herrera, who wore a patchwork suit and carried a complementary bag, said: “i’m the only one they made carry a pocketbook.” wayans   who changed each time he came out to introduce the next performer   arrived just before the show. “i just got off a plane and came to the fitting,” he said backstage. “i have 32 wardrobe changes, i feel like beyoncé.” some of what wayans wore was from dillane’s new collaboration with puma that will launch on sept. 21. the sports brand has been a longtime supporter of the kidsuper brand and this collection includes color blocked track suits with a leaping cat logo as well as a reversible vest and puffer jackets covered in the custom mosaic pattern. there are also kidsuper academy t shirts and crewnecks and trapper hats and gloves. the evening also served as an introduction to the new lovesac collaboration, a limited edition collection of home furnishings inspired by kidsuper’s trademark “kissing” print. the “get comfy with kidsuper” collection includes an accent chair, footrest, ottoman, pillow and hooded sweatshirt. to introduce the collection, dillane, his fictitious wife and kids, star in a commercial set in a fake living room filled with the lovesac pieces that debuted during the apollo event. the show ended when dillane joined wayans and the cast on stage and said he was flying high, which opened the way for a surprise musical performance from harlem legend jim jones, who performed his hit, “we fly high.” while other designers rely on the traditional runway show to introduce their collections, dillane is always looking for new and innovative ways to showcase his line. once again, he has succeeded. sign up for wwd news straight to your inbox every day get all the top news stories and alerts straight to your inbox. get all the top news stories and alerts straight to your inbox. send us a tip using our anonymous form. wwd and women's wear daily are part of penske media corporation. © 2025 fairchild publishing, llc. all rights reserved.

recent and archived work by sam hellmann for the new york times streetwear tyro kidsuper brings a brooklyn indie vibe to fashion’s biggest stage, this time in a collaboration with cirque du soleil. by guy trebay and sam hellmann

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they are true artistic performances. always at the cutting edge of innovation, dillane constantly pushes boundaries by incorporating theater, comedy, and visual art into his shows. he has orchestrated a live art auction during a show and used stop motion puppets in another to showcase his creations. these multidimensional spectacles have revealed not only his talent as a designer but also his innovative spirit and desire to break the conventions of the fashion industry. for his upcoming show, dillane has chosen to collaborate with cirque du soleil, merging their worlds to create an unprecedented experience. the models will be transformed into « puppets » manipulated by giant hands, symbolizing the forces that influence our lives. kidsuper's spring summer 2025 collection promises to be both colorful and sophisticated, with vibrant patterns and innovative silhouettes. it will include a special co branded capsule with cirque du soleil, incorporating elements inspired by the circus world. an exclusive costume, the result of this artistic collaboration, will be a centerpiece of the show. cirque du soleil artists will bring their expertise to the spectacle, with performances ranging from aerial acrobatics to contortion acts, designed to enrich and amplify the themes of the collection. this integration promises an immersive and cohesive experience for the audience, where each element contributes to a captivating visual narrative. un post condiviso da cirque du soleil songblazers (@songblazers.cirquedusoleil) the public and critics have high expectations for this unprecedented collaboration. this show is expected to further cement kidsuper's reputation as an avant garde brand. expectations are at their peak, with many hoping that this presentation will open new avenues for colm dillane, ensuring even greater recognition in the fashion world and beyond. sign up to our newsletter get access to exclusive contents and keep yourself updated
streetwear tyro kidsuper brings a brooklyn indie vibe to fashion’s biggest stage, this time in a collaboration with cirque du soleil. colm dillane rehearsing with cirque du soleil performers on the set of his kidsuper fashion show in paris.credit... supported by by guy trebay photographs by sam hellmann reporting from paris tucked away on a side street behind père lachaise, the largest cemetery in paris and perhaps the most visited necropolis in the world, colm dillane, a.k.a. kidsuper, stood at the cyclonic center of a studio strewed with clothes, bags, shoes and props and crammed with models, stylists, photographers, videographers, the designer’s parents and the rapper lil tjay. mr. dillane looked for all the world like a man whose fashion show was far off in the future, not the following night. “what’s up, what’s good?” lil tjay asked mr. dillane. the question was rhetorical. lil tjay, whose given name is tione jayden merritt, knew the answer before mr. dillane opened his mouth. “it’s all cool,” the designer said. of course it was. while some in fashion prefer to work in semi clinical settings, surrounded by white smocked assistants, and others in solitude, delegating to distant teams, mr. dillane is the embodiment of crowdsourced creativity.

 new york, united states (june 13th, 2024)   colm dillane and cirque du soleil partner together for the upcoming spring/summer 2025 fashion show at paris fashion week. the artist, designer, and founder of kidsuper once again demonstrates his unbounded creativity and fearless approach to fashion. kidsuper, dillane’s brand renowned for its imaginative designs and boundary pushing concepts, is set to unveil a collaboration with cirque du soleil at the historic trianon theater, at 6pm on june 22nd, 2024, during paris fashion week men’s. colm dillane has always thrived on taking risks and defying conventions. his visionary leadership has propelled kidsuper into the spotlight, and his infectious energy and unwavering commitment to his artistic vision have fueled the rise of kidsuper in the fashion industry. "i never got good advice from someone who didn’t take risks", added dillane. by continually pushing creative boundaries and integrating elements from various industries, colm's shows serve as innovative proof of concepts, expanding kidsuper's reach and growth into new sectors and making it a compelling business strategy. for the kidsuper spring/summer 2025 show, colm dillane continues to integrate performing arts into fashion. collaborating with cirque du soleil, the event will meld a runway show with performances by cirque du soleil artists and build on the string theory concept from last season. this theme explores interconnectedness and the unseen forces shaping our world, using strings and puppetry to delve into who controls the strings in our lives, both literally and metaphorically.