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Nightlife

London's 2CPerrea and Valencia's Neowarras Join Forces in Berlin

Queer Latxin night 2CPerrea from London teamed up with Valencian hyperpop party Neowarras for a one-off crossover event in Berlin. The collaboration brought together two of Europe's underground nightlife scenes for a single high-energy night.

21/10/2026 11:28 Source: Dazed ↗
Music

Shy One Spotlighted in DJ Mag's Recognise Series Behind New LP 'Mali'

DJ Mag profiles Shy One, the Harrow-born selector shaped by pirate radio and sound system culture, as her new album 'Mali' cements her reputation as a tastemaker. The feature digs into her musical lineage and includes a live-recorded set.

Shy One Spotlighted in DJ Mag's Recognise Series Behind New LP 'Mali'
21/10/2026 11:08 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Models

Elite Paris and Heroes Models Stars Front Coastal Editorial 'Shores'

Photographer Amanda Charchian shot a new fashion series titled 'Shores' featuring models Anyelina Rosa of Elite Paris and Angok Mayen of Heroes Model Management. The coastal-themed editorial was published by Numéro with hair styling by Shinya Nakagawa.

Elite Paris and Heroes Models Stars Front Coastal Editorial 'Shores'
21/10/2026 10:00 Source: Numéro ↗
Models

Inside the SS27 Season: Casting Directors on Scouting and Booking Models

Vogue Business followed four casting directors through the SS27 show season to document how runway talent gets scouted, negotiated and booked. The piece offers a rare look at the behind-the-scenes process that shapes which models land major shows.

Inside the SS27 Season: Casting Directors on Scouting and Booking Models
21/10/2026 05:50 Source: Vogue ↗
Brands

Dior Opens Harrods Pop-Up Showcasing Jonathan Anderson's Debut Cruise Line

Dior is launching a holiday pop-up at Harrods from November 6 through December 27, spotlighting Jonathan Anderson's first cruise collection for the house. The space will feature clothing, accessories and gifts tied to the collection, marking a key retail moment for Anderson's tenure at Dior.

Dior Opens Harrods Pop-Up Showcasing Jonathan Anderson's Debut Cruise Line
21/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Dolce & Gabbana Teams With Mytheresa on Exclusive Holiday Capsule

Dolce & Gabbana has launched a limited holiday capsule collection in partnership with luxury retailer Mytheresa. The festive drop builds on a long-running relationship between the Italian fashion house and the e-commerce platform.

Dolce & Gabbana Teams With Mytheresa on Exclusive Holiday Capsule
21/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Influencers

Singer Jack Avery Testifies Against Influencer Ex in Alleged Murder-Plot Case

Musician Jack Avery took the stand in the trial of former girlfriend and influencer Gabbie Gonzalez, accused of plotting his death via the dark web. Testimony described her panic after an FBI raid, including plans to flee the country and fears over what investigators would find on her phone.

Singer Jack Avery Testifies Against Influencer Ex in Alleged Murder-Plot Case
21/10/2026 02:36 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Charli XCX Scraps Arizona Show Blending Music, Fashion and Film

Charli XCX pulled out of her Arizona performance after losing her voice while battling illness. The cancelled event had crossed over music, fashion and film — exactly the kind of multi-sector lineup FMC's audience tracks closely.

Charli XCX Scraps Arizona Show Blending Music, Fashion and Film
21/10/2026 02:08 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Zane Li's Lii Wins 2026 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund

Designer Zane Li has been named winner of the 2026 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund for his label Lii. The win brings a $300,000 cash prize plus industry mentorship to fuel the brand's next growth phase.

Zane Li's Lii Wins 2026 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund
21/10/2026 01:13 Source: Vogue ↗
Models

Christina Nadin Opens Up on Her Victoria's Secret Runway Debut

Filipino-Irish-British model Christina Nadin takes fans behind the scenes of her first Victoria's Secret show, detailing her fitness and beauty prep alongside backstage moments. The exclusive offers a rare look at the runway preparation process for one of fashion's biggest annual events.

Christina Nadin Opens Up on Her Victoria's Secret Runway Debut
20/10/2026 22:46 Source: WWD ↗
Music

Patrick Droney Unpacks New Album Made You Look, Featuring Kelsea Ballerini

Singer-songwriter Patrick Droney details the making of his new album Made You Look, which he calls a study in living in the present. The record's standout track, a duet with Kelsea Ballerini titled 'Math of Us,' highlights the project's collaborative reach.

Patrick Droney Unpacks New Album Made You Look, Featuring Kelsea Ballerini
20/10/2026 21:35 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Lara Akkari Named Editor in Chief of Harper's Bazaar Middle East

Lebanese brand-building veteran Lara Akkari steps into the top editorial role at Harper's Bazaar's Middle East editions after 16 years in the industry. The appointment signals a new editorial direction for the region's leading fashion media outlet.

Lara Akkari Named Editor in Chief of Harper's Bazaar Middle East
20/10/2026 21:18 Source: WWD ↗
Nightlife

Inside D-EDGE: Brazil's Longest-Running Nightclub Turns 25+

D-EDGE has grown from its origins in Campo Grande into a multi-site club empire, shaping Brazil's dance music scene for over a quarter century. FMC spoke with the club's DJs, programmers, architects and owner Renato Ratier about its evolution and lasting influence.

Inside D-EDGE: Brazil's Longest-Running Nightclub Turns 25+
20/10/2026 21:10 Source: Mixmag ↗
Brands

Grand Collection Teams With New Balance Numeric on Earthy Skate Shoe

Grand Collection has unveiled its collaboration with New Balance Numeric, centered on a green-toned 770 skate shoe. The drop marks another brand crossover blending streetwear sensibility with skate performance design.

Grand Collection Teams With New Balance Numeric on Earthy Skate Shoe
20/10/2026 21:01 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Movies

Lily-Rose Depp to Play a Playboy Model in Lorraine Nicholson's 'Playmates'

Lorraine Nicholson writes and directs 'Playmates,' a new film starring Lily-Rose Depp as a Playboy model competing to become Playmate of the Month. Details on plot, cast and premiere date are emerging as the project moves forward.

Lily-Rose Depp to Play a Playboy Model in Lorraine Nicholson's 'Playmates'
20/10/2026 20:53 Source: W Magazine ↗
Music

A State of Trance Set to Launch Debut US Festival

Armin van Buuren's A State of Trance brand is bringing its first-ever standalone festival to the US, calling it one of the most-requested shows in the series' history. The move marks a major expansion for the trance franchise into live festival territory, with direct implications for promoters and venues eyeing the launch.

A State of Trance Set to Launch Debut US Festival
20/10/2026 18:46 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Models

Barbara Palvin's Quick VS Runway Return Sparks Maternity Leave Debate

Supermodel Barbara Palvin walked the Victoria's Secret show just six weeks after giving birth, opening up about the experience publicly. Her candor has triggered wider industry discussion over postpartum expectations and pressure placed on models to return to work.

Barbara Palvin's Quick VS Runway Return Sparks Maternity Leave Debate
20/10/2026 18:20 Source: Harper's Bazaar ↗
Brands

Adidas Set to Post Record Q3 Revenue, Lifts Full-Year Profit Outlook

Adidas says preliminary results show its highest-ever quarterly revenue in Q3, prompting the brand to raise its operating profit forecast for the full year. The update signals continued momentum for one of fashion's largest global brands.

Adidas Set to Post Record Q3 Revenue, Lifts Full-Year Profit Outlook
20/10/2026 18:11 Source: WWD ↗
Models

Photographer Jaša Müller on Turning Portraits Into Paintings

Models.com spotlights Slovenia-born, Paris-based photographer Jaša Müller in its Behind the Image series. Müller discusses his path into portraiture and the painterly approach that defines his creative work.

20/10/2026 17:26 Source: Models.com ↗
Music

Emmylou Harris, Elvis Costello, Black Crowes Set for Gram Parsons Tribute at Troubadour

A Song for Gram, a tribute concert honoring Gram Parsons, will be staged at Los Angeles' famed Troubadour venue. The lineup includes Emmylou Harris, Elvis Costello and the Black Crowes, with the show landing just days before Parsons' induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Emmylou Harris, Elvis Costello, Black Crowes Set for Gram Parsons Tribute at Troubadour
20/10/2026 17:14 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Fay Archive Brings Its Travel Series to the Pacific Northwest

Fay Archive extended its ongoing travel campaign to Seattle, Beacon Rock and Hood River, showcasing its new collection on local workers in everyday settings. The approach continues the brand's strategy of grounding product storytelling in real-life, regional contexts.

Fay Archive Brings Its Travel Series to the Pacific Northwest
20/10/2026 16:59 Source: WWD ↗
Influencers

ShopMy Backer Raises $450M to Fuel Creator-Driven Commerce

Inspired Capital, an early investor in creator-commerce platform ShopMy, has closed a new $450 million fund. The firm is betting on creators and AI as forces reshaping how retail and shopping work.

ShopMy Backer Raises $450M to Fuel Creator-Driven Commerce
20/10/2026 16:46 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Dua Lipa Wears Ferragamo Runway Gown for Opera Night Out

Dua Lipa stepped out in one of Ferragamo's armor-like, glimmering runway gowns, reinforcing the design's status as a go-to gala look this season. The styling moment underscores how directly runway pieces are translating into celebrity red-carpet demand.

Dua Lipa Wears Ferragamo Runway Gown for Opera Night Out
20/10/2026 16:29 Source: Vogue ↗
Brands

Gap and Victoria Beckham Team Up Again for Second Collection

Gap and Victoria Beckham are reuniting for a follow-up collaboration, launching October 23. Their first partnership sold out quickly, setting high expectations for round two.

Gap and Victoria Beckham Team Up Again for Second Collection
20/10/2026 15:56 Source: Harper's Bazaar ↗
Brands

Kartik Research Named Guest Designer at Pitti Uomo January 2027

Indian menswear label Kartik Research, celebrated for its South Asian references and artisanal craft, will join Dunhill as guest designer at the upcoming Pitti Uomo edition. The appointment marks a significant international platform for the brand's distinctive design approach.

Kartik Research Named Guest Designer at Pitti Uomo January 2027
20/10/2026 15:50 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Gap and Victoria Beckham Reunite for a More Affordable Collection Drop

Gap and Victoria Beckham are relaunching their collaboration, this time with a lower price point than the original run. The follow-up collection signals continued momentum for Beckham's designer-meets-mass-market brand strategy.

Gap and Victoria Beckham Reunite for a More Affordable Collection Drop
20/10/2026 15:21 Source: Marie Claire ↗
Music

2027 Grammy Rap Album Race Shaping Up With Fresh Contenders

Early predictions point to Don Toliver landing his first Best Rap Album nomination at the 2027 Grammys, alongside strong showings from J. Cole, Cardi B and A$AP Rocky. The forecast signals a shake-up from recent years' usual nominees in the category.

2027 Grammy Rap Album Race Shaping Up With Fresh Contenders
20/10/2026 14:54 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

DJ B Jones Opens Up on Lymphatic Cancer's Return, Vows to Keep Fighting

Spanish DJ and producer B Jones has shared a candid update after her lymphatic cancer returned, describing a difficult but resilient outlook. She says she still holds onto hope and a strong will to live despite the setback.

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DJ B Jones Opens Up on Lymphatic Cancer's Return, Vows to Keep Fighting
20/10/2026 14:14 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Brands

Repetto Stages Nutcracker-Themed Holiday Takeover at The Plaza

French label Repetto is transforming The Plaza into an immersive, Nutcracker-inspired holiday experience before the hotel closes. The collaboration pairs installations and a seasonal Afternoon Tea with live ballet performances, blending brand activation with cultural programming.

Repetto Stages Nutcracker-Themed Holiday Takeover at The Plaza
20/10/2026 14:00 Source: WWD ↗
Music

Amsterdam Dance Event Marks 30 Years as Electronic Music's Key Gathering

ADE celebrates its 30th anniversary as one of the industry's largest annual convergences, drawing thousands of artists, industry professionals and fans to Amsterdam for five days of panels, networking and parties. The event has grown into a cornerstone date for electronic music's business and creative communities worldwide.

Amsterdam Dance Event Marks 30 Years as Electronic Music's Key Gathering
20/10/2026 13:24 Source: DJ Mag ↗