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Brands

Kurt Geiger Taps Georgia May Jagger for Paddington Holiday Campaign

Kurt Geiger unveils a London-set holiday campaign built around a Paddington-themed collection, fronted by model Georgia May Jagger. The festive push leans into seasonal brand storytelling with star power to drive visibility.

Kurt Geiger Taps Georgia May Jagger for Paddington Holiday Campaign
23/10/2026 20:49 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Carhartt WIP and Patta Reunite for Safety-Orange Half-Zip Collab

Carhartt WIP has teamed up again with Amsterdam streetwear label Patta on a new half-zip sweater, this time in a fluorescent safety-orange hue borrowed from traffic cones. The release marks another chapter in the two brands' ongoing partnership within the workwear-meets-streetwear space.

Carhartt WIP and Patta Reunite for Safety-Orange Half-Zip Collab
23/10/2026 20:00 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Music

Slayyyter Scraps Remaining UK/EU Tour Dates Over Vocal Injury

Slayyyter has cancelled her remaining UK and European tour dates after being diagnosed with laryngitis and vocal cord tears. The singer said continuing would risk permanent damage to her voice, cutting the run short.

Slayyyter Scraps Remaining UK/EU Tour Dates Over Vocal Injury
23/10/2026 19:57 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Meghan Markle Fronts As Ever's Holiday Collection Campaign

The Duchess of Sussex models two looks for her brand As Ever's holiday campaign, including an ivory party dress and a key fall color. The campaign positions Markle as the face and talent behind her own lifestyle label's seasonal push.

Meghan Markle Fronts As Ever's Holiday Collection Campaign
23/10/2026 19:39 Source: Elle ↗
Music

Red Clay Strays Bring Zach Top on Stage for John Anderson Tribute

Red Clay Strays invited fellow country act Zach Top to join them for a live performance honoring the late John Anderson. The pair performed Anderson's 1983 CMA Single of the Year winner, 'Swingin'.'

Red Clay Strays Bring Zach Top on Stage for John Anderson Tribute
23/10/2026 19:22 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Diane von Furstenberg Honored with Couture Council Award at FIT Luncheon

Diane von Furstenberg received the prestigious Couture Council Award at FIT's annual luncheon, celebrating her decades-long impact on fashion. The star-studded event recognized her enduring influence on the industry.

Diane von Furstenberg Honored with Couture Council Award at FIT Luncheon
23/10/2026 19:15 Source: Elle ↗
Brands

Eckhaus Latta Consolidates NYC Operations With New Lower East Side Flagship

Independent label Eckhaus Latta is opening a new Lower East Side location that unites its studio, store, and archive under one roof. The move anchors the bicoastal brand's New York presence in the neighborhood it calls its creative epicenter.

Eckhaus Latta Consolidates NYC Operations With New Lower East Side Flagship
23/10/2026 19:00 Source: Vogue ↗
Brands

Rising Designer Eden Sherry Dresses Chappell Roan in Laced Leather

Recent LCF graduate Eden Sherry created a laced leather look worn by pop star Chappell Roan during an onstage 'Boom Clap' duet with Charli XCX. The moment marks a breakout placement for the emerging designer, pairing fresh fashion talent with major music industry visibility.

Rising Designer Eden Sherry Dresses Chappell Roan in Laced Leather
23/10/2026 18:50 Source: Dazed ↗
Brands

Kardashian's Birthday Looks Revive Paco Rabanne's 1995 Couture Archive

For her 46th birthday, Kim Kardashian wore archival Paco Rabanne metal-mesh minidresses pulled straight from the house's 1995 couture runway, complete with matching jeweled headpieces. The looks were selected by new creative director Olivier Rousteing and styled by Law Roach, signaling an early style direction for the brand under its new leadership.

Kardashian's Birthday Looks Revive Paco Rabanne's 1995 Couture Archive
23/10/2026 18:17 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Armani Exchange Teams With Amnesia Ibiza for Season Closing Weekend

Armani Exchange partnered with legendary club Amnesia Ibiza to cap off the summer season with a fashion-meets-nightlife celebration. The collaboration underscores how major fashion brands are leaning into nightlife venues to extend their cultural reach.

Armani Exchange Teams With Amnesia Ibiza for Season Closing Weekend
23/10/2026 17:16 Source: Dazed ↗
Brands

The RealReal Marks 'Real Style' Book Launch With Trade-Only Mixer

The RealReal celebrated its 'Real Style' book with an event built as a social experiment — nothing on offer for sale, only the option to trade. The pre-owned fashion platform used the gathering to spotlight community and style exchange over traditional retail.

The RealReal Marks 'Real Style' Book Launch With Trade-Only Mixer
23/10/2026 17:09 Source: WWD ↗
Music

Raye Takes Mercury Prize 2026 in Taller Marmo Feathered Coat

Singer Raye won the 2026 Mercury Prize wearing a Taller Marmo look from the label's fall 2026 collection, pairing an antique-bronze satin slipdress with an ostrich-feathered opera coat. The moment spotlights the intersection of music achievement and fashion styling that brands look to capitalize on.

Raye Takes Mercury Prize 2026 in Taller Marmo Feathered Coat
23/10/2026 17:03 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Australian Intimates Brand Kat the Label Debuts NYC Flagship in SoHo

Kat the Label, the Australian intimates brand, opened its first New York City store this Friday in SoHo. The launch marks the label's entry into the U.S. retail market with a physical flagship presence.

Australian Intimates Brand Kat the Label Debuts NYC Flagship in SoHo
23/10/2026 17:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Victoria's Secret's 'inclusive' rebrand faces renewed scrutiny

A new critique questions whether Victoria's Secret's 2026 push toward inclusivity is substantive or just surface-level, arguing the brand still leans on its old, outdated fantasy. The piece highlights the tension between genuine industry change and marketing optics as the lingerie giant tries to redefine its image.

Victoria's Secret's 'inclusive' rebrand faces renewed scrutiny
23/10/2026 15:05 Source: Dazed ↗
Brands

Prada Revives Re-Wool, Giving Wasted Knitwear a Second Life

Prada is relaunching its Re-Wool initiative, turning discarded wool into fresh knitwear pieces. The project underscores the Milanese house's push toward sustainable materials without sacrificing its signature aesthetic.

Prada Revives Re-Wool, Giving Wasted Knitwear a Second Life
23/10/2026 15:00 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Music

Serato DJ Debuts on iOS, Bringing Pro Mixing to iPhone and iPad

Serato has launched its DJ software on mobile for the first time, with a new iOS app offering two-deck mixing, stem controls and Lucid Beatgrid. The app also supports hardware and DVS, putting professional-grade DJ tools in the hands of mobile users.

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Serato DJ Debuts on iOS, Bringing Pro Mixing to iPhone and iPad
23/10/2026 14:51 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Brands

Louis Vuitton Names Hector Muelas Chief Brand Creative Officer

Louis Vuitton has appointed Hector Muelas, formerly of Tiffany & Co., as its new Chief Brand Creative Officer. He will oversee and define the brand's creative storytelling across all touch points.

23/10/2026 14:45 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

BonBonWhims Teams With GlassesUSA on Y2K Eyewear Capsule

Accessories brand BonBonWhims is partnering with eyewear retailer GlassesUSA on a collection inspired by early internet aesthetics. The capsule collaboration will be sold exclusively through GlassesUSA.

BonBonWhims Teams With GlassesUSA on Y2K Eyewear Capsule
23/10/2026 14:30 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Gap and Victoria Beckham Team Up Again for Second Collab

Gap and Victoria Beckham are reuniting for a follow-up collection, set to launch October 23. The first partnership sold out quickly, setting high expectations for round two.

Gap and Victoria Beckham Team Up Again for Second Collab
23/10/2026 14:02 Source: Harper's Bazaar ↗
Brands

Victoria Beckham's Second Gap Collab Taps Into Midlife Fashion Demand

Victoria Beckham's follow-up collection with Gap is resonating strongly with women in their 40s, building on the brand collaboration's early momentum. The piece examines why her grown-up approach to fashion and beauty is proving to have lasting appeal beyond a typical capsule drop.

Victoria Beckham's Second Gap Collab Taps Into Midlife Fashion Demand
23/10/2026 12:58 Source: HELLO! Fashion ↗
Music

Ecco2k Resurfaces: New Single Marks Return After 5-Year Hiatus

Swedish experimental artist Ecco2k is back in music with the release of his new single, 'Aldehydes and Ketones,' ending a five-year gap since his last major output. The drop reignites interest in the drain-gang affiliated scene and signals renewed activity from one of its most distinct voices.

Ecco2k Resurfaces: New Single Marks Return After 5-Year Hiatus
23/10/2026 11:46 Source: Dazed ↗
Venues

Datsha Underground Opens: A Bunker-Style Hideaway in the Heart of Paris

A new discreet, bunker-style restaurant called Datsha Underground has quietly opened in Paris, designed to blend into its surroundings. The sophisticated concept adds a hidden gem to the city's dining and nightlife landscape.

Datsha Underground Opens: A Bunker-Style Hideaway in the Heart of Paris
23/10/2026 08:45 Source: Numéro ↗
Brands

Set Active Turns Austin Pop-Up Into Permanent Store

Activewear brand Set Active is converting its Austin pop-up into a permanent retail location, building on its September Chicago store opening. The move signals continued expansion of the brand's physical retail footprint.

Set Active Turns Austin Pop-Up Into Permanent Store
23/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

DeMellier Debuts First Store in London's Sloane Square

Accessories brand DeMellier has opened its first physical store, located in London's Sloane Square. Founder Mireia Llusia-Lindh enlisted architect Nicolas Schuybroek to design the space, which features vintage furniture, art and books by women artists to evoke a residential feel.

DeMellier Debuts First Store in London's Sloane Square
23/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Movies

Charli XCX joins Scorsese's gothic thriller alongside DiCaprio and Lawrence

Charli XCX will appear in a cameo role in Martin Scorsese's upcoming horror film, adapted from Peter Cameron's novel What Happens at Night. The gothic feature also stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence, bringing together music and film talent in a high-profile production.

Charli XCX joins Scorsese's gothic thriller alongside DiCaprio and Lawrence
23/10/2026 00:58 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Diane von Furstenberg to Receive 2026 Couture Council Award From FIT Museum

The Museum at FIT will honor Diane von Furstenberg with its 2026 Couture Council Award, recognizing her lasting influence on women's fashion. The award cements her legacy as a brand founder who reshaped how women dress and present themselves.

Diane von Furstenberg to Receive 2026 Couture Council Award From FIT Museum
22/10/2026 23:10 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Kering's Designer Reshuffle Faces Scrutiny After Gucci Stumbles

Gucci's disappointing third-quarter results have put fresh pressure on Kering's recent creative director changes across its brand portfolio. Industry watchers are questioning whether the French luxury group's turnaround strategy can deliver as its flagship label underperforms.

Kering's Designer Reshuffle Faces Scrutiny After Gucci Stumbles
22/10/2026 22:51 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

KATSEYE's Daniela Avanzini Fronts Lounge's Latest Campaign

Daniela Avanzini of KATSEYE has been named the face of Lounge's new campaign, bringing a music-to-fashion crossover to the brand's latest push. She spoke with Cosmopolitan about the shoot and her personal style picks, offering a look at the campaign ahead of its full rollout.

KATSEYE's Daniela Avanzini Fronts Lounge's Latest Campaign
22/10/2026 21:22 Source: Cosmopolitan ↗
Music

John Mayer Launches Sob Rock Records, Debuts New Single

John Mayer has started his own label, Sob Rock Records, marking a new chapter in his career. The launch coincides with 'Tom and Jerry,' his first new single since 2021's Sob Rock album.

John Mayer Launches Sob Rock Records, Debuts New Single
22/10/2026 21:18 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Raye Turns Mercury Prize Red Carpet into Opera-Diva Moment

Singer Raye made a statement at the 2026 Mercury Prize Awards in a dramatic opera coat updated with modern details. The look underscores how artists are using major music-award carpets as fashion stages in their own right.

Raye Turns Mercury Prize Red Carpet into Opera-Diva Moment
22/10/2026 21:08 Source: W Magazine ↗