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Paul Smith has opened a new two-story flagship on Madison Avenue at 74th Street, marking the brand's second New York location. The store expands the designer's physical retail footprint in a key luxury shopping corridor.
The Chinese designer has launched his debut brick-and-mortar store in Shanghai, located near the Shanghai Writers' Association. The minimalist space reflects the label's signature East-meets-West design sensibility, marking a new retail chapter for the brand.
Japanese designer Sho Konishi created the explosive bikini look worn by rapper Doechii in her new music video 'BOMBS.' The design features fire effects shooting from the nipples, blending fashion craftsmanship with music video spectacle.
Kickstarter is launching a fashion advisory board pairing independent designers with industry veterans to help fund and launch collections. The initiative aims to give emerging labels more control over how they build and finance their brands outside traditional retail and investment channels.
Grace Snell, costume designer for Georgia Oakley's 2026 Sense and Sensibility adaptation starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, pulled inspiration from 1990s runway fashion and 18th-century courtesans. The unexpected fashion references shape the film's period styling ahead of its release.
Tyler, the Creator's partnership with Converse continues with four new colorways of the Pro Leather sneaker silhouette. The drop builds on the musician-designer's ongoing footwear collaboration with the brand.
The biannual showcase is now accepting submissions for its February edition during New York Fashion Week. Up to 12 designers will be selected to present their collections, offering a key platform for emerging menswear labels.
Moynat has launched a two-chapter Hotel Moynat collaboration with stylist Storm Pablo and jewelry designer Marvin Douglas, both known for their work with Bad Bunny. The project draws on vintage travel sticker aesthetics and crystal gem detailing.
After exiting Dior Men in 2025, Kim Jones is starting a new eponymous, gender-neutral brand under his own name. It marks his first major move since departing the house and a fresh chapter for one of fashion's most influential designers.
Mexican American designer Willy Chavarria has built a brand defined by bold, politically charged style, dressing stars like Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny along the way. His influence now extends well beyond fashion circles into broader pop culture conversations.
A year into fashion's major creative overhaul, incoming designers at Saint Laurent, Dior, Chanel and other major houses are navigating the weight of their predecessors at Paris Fashion Week. Results vary, with some finding fresh footing and others still defining their vision.
Designer Thom Browne and Met curator Andrew Bolton will each be awarded the Medal of Honor in Fashion by the National Arts Club. The ceremony takes place October 16 at the club's Tilden Mansion headquarters in Gramercy Park, New York City.
AS, a new menswear brand led by an anonymous Tokyo-based designer, is debuting with distribution limited to just three stores. The label positions itself apart from typical Japanese fashion trends, leaning into a deliberately low-key, scarcity-driven rollout.
David Koma's Spring 2027 collection channels 1990s figure skating, fusing athletic precision with theatrical glamour. The designer turns physical effort itself into the show's spectacle, a sharp reference point for buyers and press tracking runway direction.
This season's runways embraced overt sensuality, from couples locked in PDA on the catwalk to soundtracks built around climactic moments. The shift signals designers using raw human desire as a counterpoint to AI's growing presence in the industry.
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Designer Nigo and BTS member j-hope have partnered with Nike on a special Air Force 1 release. The collaboration brings together streetwear and K-pop influence in a single sneaker drop.
Designer Ece Ege broke from her label's usual restraint with a Spring 2027 collection full of bright colors and prints. The cherry motif marks a notable style departure for Dice Kayek.
The sneaker mule silhouette, designed by Louis Vuitton's men's footwear designer for Birkenstock's Ensemble 1774 initiative, is back with new colorways. The 2025 debut collaboration signals continued momentum for the brand's designer crossover strategy.
Former Dior and Fendi designer Kim Jones is launching a high-end travel collection with luxury hotel chain Aman, including pajamas priced at $3,505. The move signals Jones doubling down on exclusivity as other designers chase fast-fashion crossovers.
Across the Big Four fashion capitals, SS27 shows served up standout moments — from exposed bras to oversized poufs and full-body snakeskin looks. The collections signal where brands and designers are pushing silhouette and styling risk for the coming season.
Between campaigns for Calvin Klein and Coach, model River Klein's personal wardrobe leans into a lived-in '90s aesthetic built around Hysteric Glamour tees and statement designer bags. Her off-duty style offers a glimpse into how working models shape a personal brand beyond the runway.
Zuhair Murad unveiled a Spring 2027 collection inspired by the Mediterranean, trading his signature embellishment for flowing silhouettes and fringe. The Lebanese designer's lighter, beach-leaning direction marks a notable shift in tone for the house.
Australian designer Christopher Esber presented a Spring 2027 collection packed with ideas, but the rapid pace left none of them fully developed. Critics note the show read as scattered rather than cohesive.
Designer Florentina Leitner unveiled her Spring 2027 collection inspired by "The Sound of Music." The runway presentation brings cinematic references to the fashion calendar, a notable showing for FMC's brand and designer audience.
Duran Lantink follows his debut ready-to-wear collection at Jean Paul Gaultier with a sharper take on the house's signature codes. The designer shows growing confidence in balancing his own identity with Gaultier's exuberant legacy.
This season's Paris Fashion Week saw the spotlight shift from mainstream houses to fringe designers. Rick Owens, Matières Fécales and Vaquera drove the most talked-about shows and some of the strongest fashion of the week.
Designer Christy Cham hosted a takeover at a Sunset Strip venue, drawing a cross-industry crowd including model Jasmine Tookes, musician Kaytranada, influencer Alix Earle and singer Omar Apollo. The event underscores how fashion, music and influencer circles continue to converge at high-profile nightlife activations.
Mugler's Spring 2027 collection channels instinct and the natural world, with designer Miguel Castro Freitas drawing on themes of pull and primal urges. The nature-inspired lineup marks another step in the house's evolving creative direction.
Duran Lantink's latest collection for Jean Paul Gaultier leans into the house's boldest signatures, featuring sharp cone bras and daring cutouts. The spring 2027 show marks another step in the designer's provocative reinterpretation of the storied brand.
A new report suggests Steve Madden, parent of Kurt Geiger, may sell off the brand's concession business inside Harrods and Selfridges in London. The move could significantly alter competitive dynamics for footwear designers and retailers operating in these premier department stores.
