in November 2024 after state surgeon general Dr. Joseph Ladapo announced
His goal while taking on this collaboration was to “recreate that same feeling of excitement and wonder,” aiming for styles that meld functionality with whimsy. “I wanted every kit to spark that sense of curiosity I once had as a child, bringing a smile to travelers,” he added.The complimentary kits will be available on select summer flights starting in mid-June and running through September for passengers in premium classes flying between the U.S. and Asia, Australia, Europe, South America, and the Middle East, as well as on domestic cross-country and Hawaii flights.
Premium economy travelers will receive a blue-and-white pouch in Blackwood’s trademark checkered pattern, while those in Flagship business will be treated to a black pouch with red accents including the checkered design on the inside.The most coveted kit will be reserved for Flagship first class passengers, who will receive a mini version of Blackwood’s viral Portmore bag, made of denim with a wrap-around zipper.“The Portmore backpack holds a special place in my heart as one of the very first styles I created and the bag that truly put us on the map,” Blackwood said. He scaled down the design for the airline as an ode to his brand's 10th anniversary. “It was a journey to take such an iconic bag and reimagine it for this significant moment in our history—this feels like a rebirth of a classic.”
Inside each kit will be a curated selection of skincare products, includinglip balm and towelette and
The collaboration is the second of the Texas-based carrier’s limited-edition kits, which started in 2024 with women-owned B Corp company
and helped raise $4.3 million for the nonprofit.in the world after howler monkeys.
Gibbons eat fruit, eggs, and insects, and would not be interested in trying to hunt or attack humans. They are, and, as you could see in the video, are typically not afraid of humans. In fact, they are so comfortable around people that they sometimes adopt human behaviors, making it even harder to rehabilitate them back into the wild.
For example, an infant gibbon named Storm was surrendered to thebut she was not able to be released back to the wild due to human traits she picked up. For example, Storm learned to hold eye contact and smile, which are considered aggressive behaviors by other gibbons.