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Brands

Penelope Chilvers on Building a Royal-Favored Boot Brand

Designer Penelope Chilvers discusses growing her footwear label into a family-run fashion business, with fans including Kate Middleton and Duchess Sophie. She shares insights on working alongside her daughters and the lasting appeal of her designs.

Penelope Chilvers on Building a Royal-Favored Boot Brand
05/10/2026 17:03 Source: HELLO! Fashion ↗
Brands

Milan Fashion Week Showcases Spring/Summer 2027 Denim Trends

Designers at Milan Fashion Week unveiled their Spring/Summer 2027 denim collections, spanning a range of styles for every occasion. The showcase signals early direction for brands and buyers tracking denim's next seasonal evolution.

Milan Fashion Week Showcases Spring/Summer 2027 Denim Trends
05/10/2026 16:15 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Louboutin Taps Dita Von Teese to Crown La Pigalle Pump Celebration

Christian Louboutin staged a high-profile event honoring his signature La Pigalle pump, with Dita Von Teese headlining the spectacle. The star-studded guest list included Cynthia Erivo, Elizabeth Debicki, Jaden Smith, Jean-Paul Gaultier and Matières Fécales designers Hannah Rose Dalton and Steven Raj Bhaskaran.

Louboutin Taps Dita Von Teese to Crown La Pigalle Pump Celebration
03/10/2026 20:44 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Rick Owens Turns Stone Into Statement at SS27 Paris Show

Rick Owens built his SS27 Paris Fashion Week presentation around stone as a motif of stoicism and sacrifice. The collection reinforces the designer's reputation for conceptual, architectural fashion storytelling.

Rick Owens Turns Stone Into Statement at SS27 Paris Show
03/10/2026 17:14 Source: Dazed ↗
Brands

Yohji Yamamoto Unveils Fringe-Driven Spring 2027 Collection

Yohji Yamamoto's Spring 2027 collection centers on fringe detailing, pushed into unexpected forms and combinations. The showing reinforces the designer's reputation for reworking a single idea into something far more complex.

Yohji Yamamoto Unveils Fringe-Driven Spring 2027 Collection
03/10/2026 09:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Yohji Yamamoto Reflects on Creativity After SS27 Runway Show

At 82, designer Yohji Yamamoto opens up about what continues to drive his creative process, speaking shortly after unveiling his spring/summer 2027 collection. The conversation offers a rare look into the mindset of one of fashion's most enduring and influential figures.

Yohji Yamamoto Reflects on Creativity After SS27 Runway Show
03/10/2026 01:19 Source: Elle ↗
Brands

Maurice Malone Reflects on Detroit's Hip-Hop Shop Roots and Black Designers' Fight for Recognition

Williamsburg Garment Co. founder Maurice Malone spoke at the Black Footwear Forum about his fashion journey, including his Detroit Hip-Hop Shop days and ties to Eminem. He joined April Walker onstage to discuss the obstacles Black designers have historically faced in the industry.

Maurice Malone Reflects on Detroit's Hip-Hop Shop Roots and Black Designers' Fight for Recognition
02/10/2026 22:17 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Isabel Marant's Spring 2027 Collection Channels Sun-Faded LA Summers

Designer Kim Bekker drew on the hazy summer light of Los Angeles and southern Europe for Isabel Marant's Spring 2027 collection. The result is a run of vintage-inspired silhouettes rendered in faded pastel tones.

Isabel Marant's Spring 2027 Collection Channels Sun-Faded LA Summers
02/10/2026 14:23 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Zara Taps Luca Guadagnino and Stefano Baisi for Fall Collection

Zara has launched a new collaboration, Baisi Guadagnino for Zara, pairing filmmaker Luca Guadagnino with architect and production designer Stefano Baisi. The drop arrives positioned as a key signal of Fall 2026 fashion trends, blending film-world creative direction with retail fashion.

Zara Taps Luca Guadagnino and Stefano Baisi for Fall Collection
02/10/2026 11:00 Source: Vogue ↗
Brands

Rick Owens Charts Spring 2027 With Regal Column Silhouettes

Rick Owens built his Spring 2027 collection around an 'elegant stoicism,' centering regal column dresses alongside his signature industrial take on sparkly shoes and negligees. The show continues the designer's distinct sculptural approach to womenswear.

Rick Owens Charts Spring 2027 With Regal Column Silhouettes
01/10/2026 22:21 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Sage Toda-Nation Drops Three Leather Shoe Collabs with YMC

British-Japanese designer Sage Toda-Nation is having a breakout week, unveiling three new leather shoe collaborations through Sage Nation and YMC. The releases mark a notable run of brand partnerships for the designer.

Sage Toda-Nation Drops Three Leather Shoe Collabs with YMC
01/10/2026 21:33 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Brands

Piccioli's Balenciaga Spring 2027 Puts Everyday Dressing Center Stage

Pierpaolo Piccioli's latest Balenciaga collection leans into wearable, everyday clothing built around freedom of movement and choice. Expect the designer's signature bold use of color throughout the line.

Piccioli's Balenciaga Spring 2027 Puts Everyday Dressing Center Stage
01/10/2026 19:16 Source: W Magazine ↗
Brands

A$AP Rocky Debuts New Puma Sneaker Styles at AWGE's Paris Show

A$AP Rocky unveiled updated takes on Puma's classic Suede and Straycat silhouettes during his AWGE runway presentation at Paris Fashion Week. The rapper-designer continues to blur lines between music, fashion design and brand collaboration.

A$AP Rocky Debuts New Puma Sneaker Styles at AWGE's Paris Show
01/10/2026 16:08 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Drew Henry Makes His Courrèges Debut at Paris Fashion Week

South African designer Drew Henry presented his first collection for Courrèges with the SS27 show during Paris Fashion Week. The debut marks a new chapter for the French fashion house as it continues to evolve its creative direction.

Drew Henry Makes His Courrèges Debut at Paris Fashion Week
01/10/2026 15:09 Source: Dazed ↗
Brands

Colombian Label MAZ Puts Local Artisanship on the Global Fashion Map

Designer Manuela Álvarez is building her brand MAZ around Colombia's craft traditions, translating local artisanship into a label with international reach. It's a notable example of regional fashion talent scaling onto the world stage.

Colombian Label MAZ Puts Local Artisanship on the Global Fashion Map
01/10/2026 13:00 Source: Elle ↗
Brands

Drew Henry's Courrèges Debut Sets Tone for Spring/Summer 2027

Drew Henry made his first showing as Courrèges designer at the Spring/Summer 2027 fashion week, with the brand aiming for a lower-key presentation than expected. The debut marks a pivotal creative transition for the storied French house.

Drew Henry's Courrèges Debut Sets Tone for Spring/Summer 2027
01/10/2026 12:00 Source: Numéro ↗
Brands

Jennifer Meyer Reopens Pacific Palisades Flagship With Fresh Redesign

Jewelry designer Jennifer Meyer has reopened her Pacific Palisades flagship store in a fully redesigned space, marking her return to the neighborhood as it rebuilds. The relaunch signals renewed retail activity in the area and a new chapter for the brand's physical presence.

Jennifer Meyer Reopens Pacific Palisades Flagship With Fresh Redesign
01/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Stella McCartney's Spring 2027 Show Pushes Luxury Toward Ocean-Inspired Sustainability

Stella McCartney's Spring 2027 collection paired sheer tailoring, sporty staples and playful details with an ocean theme. The designer used the runway to urge major luxury players to help scale lower-impact materials industry-wide.

Stella McCartney's Spring 2027 Show Pushes Luxury Toward Ocean-Inspired Sustainability
30/09/2026 19:57 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Inside the Rise of Kiko Kostadinov's Cult Womenswear Label

Twin designers behind Kiko Kostadinov are building a devoted following with their distinctively off-kilter approach to womenswear. The label's growing cult status highlights how unconventional design perspectives continue to reshape fashion's brand landscape.

Inside the Rise of Kiko Kostadinov's Cult Womenswear Label
30/09/2026 19:55 Source: Elle ↗
Brands

Fashion Month's Holdout Maximalists Defy the Minimalist Wave

As much of fashion month leans toward stripped-back minimalism, a handful of designers are still betting on bold, maximalist statements. Their willingness to stand apart marks a notable divide in seasonal brand identity and creative direction.

Fashion Month's Holdout Maximalists Defy the Minimalist Wave
30/09/2026 16:25 Source: Elle ↗
Brands

Larroudé and Nicoló Beretta Drop Third Collab, Debuting a Kitten Heel Twist

Larroudé and designer Nicoló Beretta are back with a third collection, extending their signature curved heel into a new kitten heel iteration. The release follows two previous drops that built buzz for the footwear partnership.

Larroudé and Nicoló Beretta Drop Third Collab, Debuting a Kitten Heel Twist
30/09/2026 14:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Ganni's Spring 2027 Collection Leans Into Gen Z Chaos Dressing

Designer Ditte Reffstrup built her Spring 2027 collection around childhood wonder and playful energy, tailoring the line to what she calls 'Gen Z chaos' dressing. The collection signals Ganni's continued focus on youth culture as a core brand strategy.

Ganni's Spring 2027 Collection Leans Into Gen Z Chaos Dressing
30/09/2026 13:26 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Designer Torishéju Dumi Unpacks Her Spring/Summer 2027 Show

Ahead of her Spring/Summer 2027 presentation, designer Torishéju Dumi discusses the ideas and process shaping her collection. Known for charting her own course in fashion, she offers insight into the creative decisions behind the show.

Designer Torishéju Dumi Unpacks Her Spring/Summer 2027 Show
30/09/2026 11:09 Source: Numéro ↗
Brands

Paris Debuts 1988, a Vintage Store Doubling as a Designer Lending Library

A new Paris concept shop called 1988 blends vintage retail with a lending library model, offering designers a curated resource for archival pieces. The space positions itself as both a shopping destination and a working tool for the fashion industry.

Paris Debuts 1988, a Vintage Store Doubling as a Designer Lending Library
29/09/2026 20:45 Source: Vogue ↗
Brands

Designer Handbags Emerge as Men's New Luxury Status Symbol

Style-focused men are shifting their collector obsession from sneakers and watches to designer bags, with Bottega totes and Hermès Kellys leading the trend. The shift signals a broader change in how masculine luxury consumption and brand status are defined.

Designer Handbags Emerge as Men's New Luxury Status Symbol
29/09/2026 13:00 Source: GQ ↗
Brands

French Fashion Federation Head Outlines Second-Term Priorities

Reelected in July, Bruno Pavlovsky is laying out plans to strengthen Paris Fashion Week and support emerging designers. His agenda also covers adapting to new sustainability regulations and expanding industry partnerships.

French Fashion Federation Head Outlines Second-Term Priorities
29/09/2026 06:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac Brings Teddy Bear Coat to Barbie and Ken for Mattel Creations

Designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac has created Barbie and Ken designs featuring his signature teddy bear coat for Mattel Creations. The collaboration debuts Saturday during Paris Fashion Week, blending high fashion with iconic toy branding.

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac Brings Teddy Bear Coat to Barbie and Ken for Mattel Creations
29/09/2026 06:00 Source: WWD ↗
Venues

Vincent Darré Unveils Whimsical Left Bank Hotel Le Magnifique

Designer Vincent Darré has reimagined a 62-room Montparnasse property as an art-filled ode to the Left Bank, dubbed Le Magnifique. Darré says guests will get an immersive experience without ever leaving their rooms.

Vincent Darré Unveils Whimsical Left Bank Hotel Le Magnifique
29/09/2026 06:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Milan Fashion Week: Prada, Gucci, Onitsuka Tiger Push Runway Footwear Forward

Milan Fashion Week runways showcased a mix of classic and inventive shoe silhouettes from major houses including Prada, Gucci, and Onitsuka Tiger. Designers leaned into bold design details, signaling fresh footwear direction for the season.

Milan Fashion Week: Prada, Gucci, Onitsuka Tiger Push Runway Footwear Forward
28/09/2026 21:50 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Joseph Altuzarra Teams Up With Old Navy on Romantic Fall Capsule

Designer Joseph Altuzarra has launched a fall capsule collection with Old Navy, featuring florals, plaid, and Fair Isle patterns. The collection debuts exclusively through Vogue for a limited 24-hour window before wider release.

Joseph Altuzarra Teams Up With Old Navy on Romantic Fall Capsule
28/09/2026 11:00 Source: Vogue ↗