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Natasha Koifman in Forbes

February 12, 2019, 1:45 pm

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👟 Did Louis Vuitton Just Copy @vans? This week, @ 👟 Did Louis Vuitton Just Copy @vans?

This week, @pharrell’s new @louisvuitton sneaker sparked plenty of conversation online. The reason? Many people think it looks remarkably similar to the Vans Authentic.

Fashion has always borrowed from the past. That’s nothing new.
But when a design is instantly recognizable as another brand’s signature silhouette, the conversation shifts from inspiration to imitation.

My #NKPOV is simple: collaborate, don’t copy.

We’ve seen brands do this successfully before. @maisonvalentino partnered with Vans and created something that felt authentic because the source was acknowledged and celebrated.

The bigger question isn’t whether Louis Vuitton was inspired by Vans.  It’s what Louis Vuitton added to the idea.

And in a luxury market where consumers are paying more than ever - and increasingly questioning value - creativity and originality matter.

Luxury shouldn’t be about a higher price tag.
It should stand for a premium experience, vision, innovation, and a distinct point of view.

Fashion has always referenced culture.
The best brands don’t just borrow from it.
They move it forward.

What do you think?
Homage, inspiration, or imitation? 👇

#LouisVuitton #Vans #PharrellWilliams  #NKPOV🖤
What a day. ⚾️🇨🇦🍗 Some partnerships are built aro What a day. ⚾️🇨🇦🍗

Some partnerships are built around campaigns. The best ones evolve into something much bigger. ✨
Today, we celebrated a milestone with our client and friend, @Joeybats19, as he officially opened the José x Mary Brown’s flagship location in Sankofa Square. 🎉

This partnership represents years in the making. The coming together of two beloved brands with deep Canadian roots. And a reflection of the lasting connection José continues to have with the city that embraced him. 🏙️⚾️

Over the years, we’ve watched this relationship grow from a successful campaign into something far more meaningful. Seeing that vision come to life in the heart of Toronto felt like a powerful reminder of what can happen when partnerships are built on authenticity, shared values, and genuine community connection. 🤝✨

The energy from the crowd said it all. Thousands gathered, familiar Blue Jays jerseys filled the square 💙 and years after stepping off the field, José continues to bring people together, inspire fans, and create moments that matter. 

A special day for José. An exciting milestone for @marybrownsofficial. A proud moment for our team at @nkpr.inc🖤

Most of all, it was a celebration of a partnership years in the making and a city that continues to embrace one of its most beloved icons. 🍁✨

#NKClientLove #JoseBautista #BlueJays #MaryBrownsChicken
My camera roll is part inspiration, part reminder, My camera roll is part inspiration, part reminder, part life lesson.

A few thoughts about life, success and love. 
Maybe one of these quotes is exactly what you need today. 🖤✨
As Father’s Day approaches, I find myself reflecti As Father’s Day approaches, I find myself reflecting on the extraordinary men who have shaped my life and the privilege of witnessing fatherhood from every angle: as a daughter, a partner, and a mother. ❤️

In my latest Substack, How Love Echoes…, I share what my father, my husband, and my son have taught me about devotion, loyalty, and the ways love carries itself forward across generations.

Click the link in my bio to read the full piece. 🔗

Wishing a beautiful Father’s Day weekend to all the dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures whose love and guidance leave a lasting legacy. ✨

#NKConfidential #FathersDay #Substack
If you like piña coladas... 🖤💚 You already know I If you like piña coladas... 🖤💚

You already know I wear black 99% of the time.
But every now and then, a little tropical print sneaks into the wardrobe. 🌴🙊

So tell me...

This or That? My vote is both. 😂🖤

Dress: @lagencefashion
Pants: @stylemelanielyne

#FashionFriday #AlmostNKAllBlackEverything
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