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Brands

Rise & Fall Partners With Completedworks on Limited Jewelry Line

Rise & Fall has collaborated with jewelry label Completedworks on a limited-edition collection. The pieces are designed to echo the colors, textures and construction details of Rise & Fall's fall line.

Rise & Fall Partners With Completedworks on Limited Jewelry Line
15/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Salvation Brands Expands Portfolio With New Apres-Ski Label Esci

California-based brand incubator Salvation Brands is launching Esci, a new apres-ski label, as it builds out its anti-traditional brand management approach. The move adds to its growing portfolio of consumer brands built outside conventional management structures.

Salvation Brands Expands Portfolio With New Apres-Ski Label Esci
15/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Banana Republic Teams With Zankov on Capsule Collection

Banana Republic is launching a capsule collaboration with knitwear label Zankov, blending the two brands' distinct design sensibilities. The partnership signals continued momentum for designer collaborations within mainstream retail.

Banana Republic Teams With Zankov on Capsule Collection
15/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Mansur Gavriel Acquired by Public Clothing Co.

Accessories label Mansur Gavriel has been acquired by Public Clothing Co. It remains unclear whether the brand's cofounders and co-creative directors will stay on in their roles.

Mansur Gavriel Acquired by Public Clothing Co.
15/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Coniglio Palm Beach Eyes Freestanding Stores and Global Growth

Three years in, resortwear label Coniglio Palm Beach is scaling fast, building on its colorful prints and free-size designs. The brand is now pursuing freestanding retail locations and international expansion while keeping its family-first positioning.

Coniglio Palm Beach Eyes Freestanding Stores and Global Growth
15/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

District Vision Expands Into Knitwear for Runners

District Vision, best known for its performance running gear, is launching its first knitwear collection. The line targets both athletes and style-conscious consumers, marking a category expansion for the brand.

District Vision Expands Into Knitwear for Runners
14/10/2026 22:35 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Models

VS Fashion Show 2026 Lineup Locked In After Casting Shakeups

The model lineup for the 2026 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show has officially been confirmed, following reported drama around casting decisions. The show remains one of the industry's highest-profile runway bookings for modeling talent.

VS Fashion Show 2026 Lineup Locked In After Casting Shakeups
14/10/2026 22:27 Source: Cosmopolitan ↗
Music

Gunna Blends Miu Miu and Under Armour in 'Pop It' Visual

Gunna's self-released single 'Pop It' doubles as a style statement, pairing high fashion with athletic wear for a prep-meets-sport aesthetic. The video also features a cameo from tennis star Coco Gauff, bridging music, fashion and sport in one package.

Gunna Blends Miu Miu and Under Armour in 'Pop It' Visual
14/10/2026 22:15 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Models

Bella Hadid Marks Her 30th in a Gilded Babydoll Mini

Supermodel Bella Hadid celebrated her 30th birthday in a gold babydoll dress from a brand favored by It-girls. The look underscores Hadid's continued influence as a style leader among top fashion talent.

Bella Hadid Marks Her 30th in a Gilded Babydoll Mini
14/10/2026 21:41 Source: W Magazine ↗
Brands

Spring 2027 Runways Reimagine the Skirt as a Symbol of Freedom

Spring 2027 collections leaned into softer silhouettes, with designers using the skirt to express a sense of ease and liberation. The trend reflects a broader seasonal mood, as collections aim to meet women where they are right now.

14/10/2026 21:23 Source: Models.com ↗
Music

Charlotte Cardin Eyes Global Breakout With Third Album

Canadian singer Charlotte Cardin, already a star in France and Canada, is set to expand her reach with her upcoming third album, 'Midnight, Mon Amour.' The release positions her for wider international recognition beyond her established markets.

Charlotte Cardin Eyes Global Breakout With Third Album
14/10/2026 20:35 Source: Vogue ↗
Brands

Rew the Store Opens in Williamsburg with Toteme, High Sport, Rùadh

A new designer concept store called Rew has launched in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, bringing luxury labels including Toteme, High Sport and Rùadh to the neighborhood. The multi-brand retail concept adds another fashion destination to Brooklyn's growing design scene.

Rew the Store Opens in Williamsburg with Toteme, High Sport, Rùadh
14/10/2026 20:32 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Steve McQueen's Bottega Veneta Ties Deepen with Guggenheim Bilbao Show

Steve McQueen's new Guggenheim Bilbao exhibition reworks the soundscape he created for Bottega Veneta's SS26 presentation, reinforcing a stylistic kinship between the filmmaker and the Italian house. The crossover highlights how fashion brands are increasingly tapping art-world figures for brand storytelling.

Steve McQueen's Bottega Veneta Ties Deepen with Guggenheim Bilbao Show
14/10/2026 19:46 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Brands

GQ Ranks the Top Men's Suit Brands to Watch for 2026

GQ rounds up 23 leading suit brands shaping men's tailoring for 2026, spanning heritage houses like Armani and Zegna alongside emerging labels. The list highlights where craftsmanship and buzz intersect in menswear fashion.

GQ Ranks the Top Men's Suit Brands to Watch for 2026
14/10/2026 18:54 Source: GQ ↗
Models

Models.com Spotlights Breakout Men on S/S 27 Womenswear Runways

As menswear and womenswear boundaries keep dissolving, Models.com rounds up the new male faces who stood out walking womenswear for Spring/Summer 2027. The feature underscores how casting has become a key tool for designers to sharpen their vision this season.

14/10/2026 18:50 Source: Models.com ↗
Music

Rachel Chinouriri Gets Candid on New Album 'I Think I Spoke Too Soon'

British indie-pop artist Rachel Chinouriri explores her relationships with others and herself on her latest record. The album marks a more introspective turn for the rising singer-songwriter.

Rachel Chinouriri Gets Candid on New Album 'I Think I Spoke Too Soon'
14/10/2026 18:42 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Paul Smith Debuts Two-Story Madison Avenue Flagship

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.

Paul Smith Debuts Two-Story Madison Avenue Flagship
14/10/2026 18:38 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Annie Leibovitz Headlines First Event at Moncler's Fifth Avenue Flagship

Moncler kicks off a new community event series at its Manhattan flagship on 767 Fifth Avenue with a talk by photographer Annie Leibovitz. The Thursday event marks the first in a planned lineup meant to activate the brand's new store as a cultural destination.

Annie Leibovitz Headlines First Event at Moncler's Fifth Avenue Flagship
14/10/2026 18:38 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Edison Chen's Clot Reworks Adidas Superstar Into Suede Mule

Clot, the streetwear label led by Edison Chen, has redesigned the classic Adidas Superstar into a suede mule silhouette. The collaborative collection is set to drop on October 16.

Edison Chen's Clot Reworks Adidas Superstar Into Suede Mule
14/10/2026 18:32 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Woolmark Leans Into Authenticity With 'Return to Real' Campaign

Woolmark's new campaign pairs wool's performance credentials with fresh Ipsos research showing consumers across five markets prefer natural fibers in the AI era. The brand positions sheep and wool as a counterpoint to synthetic and digital fatigue.

Woolmark Leans Into Authenticity With 'Return to Real' Campaign
14/10/2026 18:20 Source: WWD ↗
Music

Bae Blade Unveils New Label, Delivers Blistering Breaks-Techno Mix

German breaks and techno artist Bae Blade shares a new Mixmag mix described as playful yet filthy, timed with the launch of her own label. She discusses instinctive creative choices and how her queerness shapes her latest EP.

Bae Blade Unveils New Label, Delivers Blistering Breaks-Techno Mix
14/10/2026 17:10 Source: Mixmag ↗
Brands

Saucony Pivots From 'Dad Sneaker' to 'Mom Shoe' With New Collab

Saucony is reviving its ProGrid Triumph 4 silhouette through a fresh collaboration aimed at the 'mom shoe' trend. The move follows the footwear industry's earlier dad-sneaker wave, signaling another retro-athletic style play for brand distribution.

Saucony Pivots From 'Dad Sneaker' to 'Mom Shoe' With New Collab
14/10/2026 17:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

M.M.LaFleur Lands $7M Credit Line to Fuel Growth

Workwear brand M.M.LaFleur has secured a $7 million line of credit from JPalmer Collective to support its expansion plans. The backing signals continued investment confidence in the women's professional fashion space.

M.M.LaFleur Lands $7M Credit Line to Fuel Growth
14/10/2026 16:27 Source: WWD ↗
Movies

Luther Ford Talks Prince Harry Role and New Film With Rami Malek

Actor Luther Ford, known for portraying a young Prince Harry on The Crown, appeared at the New York Film Festival to discuss his lead role in The Man I Love. He also spoke about working alongside Rami Malek on the project.

Luther Ford Talks Prince Harry Role and New Film With Rami Malek
14/10/2026 16:00 Source: GQ ↗
Nightlife

Grace Coddington's Book Launch Draws Fashion Crowd to Indochine

W Editor-in-Chief Sara Moonves and Louis Vuitton hosted an intimate dinner at Indochine celebrating Grace Coddington's new book 'Grace: Now.' Guests included Elle Fanning and Arthur Elgort, bringing together a cross-section of fashion's inner circle.

Grace Coddington's Book Launch Draws Fashion Crowd to Indochine
14/10/2026 15:57 Source: W Magazine ↗
Music

Chris Stassy and Interplanetary Criminal team up for 'Dangerous' EP

Chris Stassy and Interplanetary Criminal have joined forces for a new EP titled 'Dangerous'. The release marks Stassy's first on his Up The Stuss label since its rebrand in August.

Chris Stassy and Interplanetary Criminal team up for 'Dangerous' EP
14/10/2026 15:34 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Nightlife

Riria's FLOATING Party Series Expands to London, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Paris

DJ Riria is taking her FLOATING party series on a European tour, with stops planned in London, Amsterdam, Barcelona and Paris. Tickets for the tour go on sale October 27th.

Riria's FLOATING Party Series Expands to London, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Paris
14/10/2026 15:12 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Music

Calvin Harris confirms debut North American headline tour

Calvin Harris has announced his first-ever headline tour across North America, following a run of cryptic billboard teasers spotted in cities nationwide. The tour marks a major moment for the DJ/producer's live presence in the region.

Calvin Harris confirms debut North American headline tour
14/10/2026 14:47 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Brands

Samuel Gui Yang Opens First Standalone Store in Shanghai

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.

Samuel Gui Yang Opens First Standalone Store in Shanghai
14/10/2026 14:44 Source: WWD ↗
Music

Women Set to Dominate Song of the Year Buzz for 2027 Grammys

Early predictions for the 2027 Grammys Song of the Year category are shaping up to be led by women, with Olivia Rodrigo, Olivia Dean, Taylor Swift, and Ella Langley all cited as strong contenders. The forecast points to a major Big Four category likely dominated by female songwriters and artists.

Women Set to Dominate Song of the Year Buzz for 2027 Grammys
14/10/2026 14:41 Source: Rolling Stone ↗