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There’s always a certain tension in the air when a designer steps into the shadow of a house as legendary as Alexander McQueen. After Seán McGirr’s debut at McQueen earlier this year – a collection that left many scratching their heads – his Spring/Summer 2025 show felt like a pivotal moment, the one where we’d…

For Spring/Summer 2025, Nadège Vanhée-Cybulski once again proved why she’s become a quiet force at Hermès, subtly shaping the brand’s legacy while never betraying its roots. Presented in Paris, this collection wasn’t about grand gestures or chasing trends—it was an ode to the craftsmanship and timeless elegance that have long been synonymous with the house.…

Chemena Kamali’s second outing for Chloé during Paris Fashion Week delivered exactly what we’ve come to expect from her already-signature aesthetic: an unapologetic celebration of boho romance, but with a bite. It’s hard to believe she’s only been at the helm for a single season, considering the immediate effect her designs have had on the fashion…

In the grand courtyard of Saint Laurent’s historic Rue de Bellechasse headquarters, under the soft glow of a golden oculus, Anthony Vaccarello delivered a tour de force for Spring/Summer 2025 that exuded quiet confidence and unwavering authority. With models gliding down a deep blue oval runway—a subtle nod to Yves Saint Laurent’s famous Marrakech gardens—Vaccarello…

There’s something almost mythical about the way Gentle Monster has been shaping eyewear lately. The brand, renowned for pushing the boundaries of high-end fashion with its avant-garde designs, has now turned its creative gaze toward the virtual world of Tekken 8. In a year already studded with groundbreaking collaborations—think Mugler, JENNIE, and Maison Margiela—the latest…

There’s something undeniably alluring about Fendi’s Peekaboo bag, a modern-day classic that has, since its debut, epitomised the house’s elegant balance between structure and ease. And now, with the Autumn/Winter 2024 collection, Fendi introduces the Peekaboo Soft, a sumptuous reimagining of the beloved silhouette. This latest incarnation feels like the ultimate expression of luxury—a design…

Adrian Appiolaza’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection for Moschino was a masterclass in striking that perfect balance between irreverence and refinement, a feat that feels particularly poignant in today’s fashion landscape. For a house built on a legacy of whimsy and subversion, Appiolaza has managed to inject his own brand of playful luxury without losing sight of…

Ancuța Sarca’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection brought an unexpected yet masterful collision of worlds. The show, held at 180 Strand, London, was a study in contrasts—juxtaposing the cold, structured world of 2020s corporate minimalism with the vibrant, untamed energy of the 1960s. From the first click of a pen and the distant hum of keyboards, the…

Bora Aksu’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection at London Fashion Week was a poetic tribute, a personal and emotive homage to his late mother, Birsen Aksu. Known for his mastery of feminine silhouettes and intricate craftsmanship, Aksu this season added a layer of deeply felt emotion, threading his mother’s life and style into each piece. The result…

Tolu Coker’s spring-summer 2025 collection, titled Olapeju, was a vibrant, multi-layered homage to her British-Nigerian heritage, offering a deeply personal exploration of family, migration, and community. Coker’s inspiration was rooted in her mother, Olapeju, whose name means “where wealth gathers” in Yoruba, reflecting the strength and importance of matriarchs in both Nigerian and immigrant communities.…