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Philipp Plein Stages Monster Truck Show for Spring 2027 Collection
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In Short: Designer Philipp Plein staged a unique spectacle for his Spring 2027 collection, combining a monster truck show with a runway presentation at Milan's hippodrome on Saturday night.
Plein, known for his extravagant shows, said he chose the monster truck theme because one of his young sons is a fan.
For the finale, Plein waved from the cab of a blue monster truck while models walked behind, creating a memorable and unconventional end to the show.
Meanwhile, Dacia has unveiled the second-generation Spring, Europe's cheapest mainstream electric car, which will be produced in Slovenia on Renault's RG-EV platform.
The new Spring model offers 250km of range and will cost under 20,000 euros, with dimensions that are 150mm longer and 180mm wider than its predecessor.
Additionally, Apple TV's thriller series 'The Savant,' starring Jessica Chastain, is now expected to premiere in spring 2027, providing a clear timeline for viewers.
What this adds
The event's unique format and audience turnout highlight Plein's commitment to creating memorable fashion experiences.
The new Spring electric car's specifications and pricing strategy underscore Dacia's efforts to remain competitive in the electric vehicle market.
What's confirmed
- Plein, known for his extravagant shows, said he chose the monster truck theme because one of his young sons is a fan.
- For the finale, Plein waved from the cab of a blue monster truck while models walked behind, creating a memorable and unconventional end to the show.
- Meanwhile, Dacia has unveiled the second-generation Spring, Europe's cheapest mainstream electric car, which will be produced in Slovenia on Renault's RG-EV platform.
- The new Spring model offers 250km of range and will cost under 20,000 euros, with dimensions that are 150mm longer and 180mm wider than its predecessor.
- Additionally, Apple TV's thriller series 'The Savant,' starring Jessica Chastain, is now expected to premiere in spring 2027, providing a clear timeline for viewers.
What's still developing
- "Plein is back — this show is for Italy and for Milano," said the designer and self-described "king of bling," who staged a monster trucks spectacle alongside a runway show filled with sparkly clothing.
- His spring outing took place in the open air on Saturday night at Milan’s hippodrome, and featured two simultaneous shows — a monster trucks spectacle and a runway one.
- Some 2,000 people were in the audience as models (including Plein’s partner Andrea) showed off the latest bling-y collection.
- Models ranged from city slickers in pastel double-breasted suits to street smart kids strutting in Plein varsity jackets with patches, sneakers and loose-fitting double denim.
- Dacia has revealed a second-generation Spring, keeping the name of Europe’s cheapest mainstream electric car and changing everything else: a Renault platform, a European factory, 18cm more width and a price the company says will stay under 20,000 euros.
- The original Spring, launched in 2021, was a Chinese-built adaptation of the Renault City K-ZE, itself an electric version of the Kwid, and sold more than 210,000 units across 40 countries on the strength of a price that dipped to 11,900 euros in Germany this year.
- At 3,850mm long and 1,740mm wide, the new Spring is 150mm longer and 180mm wider than its predecessor, and 61mm longer than the Twingo it shares its bones with.
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- Apple’s own press page still lists the series as “Coming Soon”, while the new spring window was reported today, 21 September.
- The newly reported spring 2027 window now gives viewers the first clear indication of when they can finally expect to see it.