Dries Van Noten bids adieu to fashion as he goes on to enjoy the life that he’s built.(ZOE JOUBERT) The air was thick with a mix of sombre resignation and a palpable sense of excitement on 22 June 2024. Right on the outskirts of Paris, beloved Belgian fashion designer Dries Van Noten was about to stage his...
Elegance can’t just be bought; it requires an eye for fine things. Tailoring and bespoke garments are the answer to acquiring some of the best in a fashion collection. The art of tailoring and bespoke garments can help you create a wardrobe with elegance, comfort and durability. Tailoring and bespoke garments have been around for...
Louis Vuitton Here is an unexpected discovery: Google “Pharrell Williams” and “ski” in whatever permutation you can think of and one will come across a number of videos of skiers dancing to Williams’ infectious “Happy” hit. One video has even racked up 7.5 million views on YouTube. They’re largely from 10 years ago when, inspired...
A Year of Unexpected Departures 2024 marked a seismic shift in the fashion industry as several prominent creative directors departed from their respective houses, including Virginie Viard at Chanel, Matthew M. Williams at Givenchy, and John Galliano at Maison Margiela. When it comes to eponymous labels, recent years have seen Tom Ford and Raf Simons...
Luxury winter collections redefine alpine wear by merging technical excellence with high-end aesthetics, setting a new benchmark for elegance both on and off the slopes. Brands like Louis Vuitton, Tod’s, ZEGNA, and Gucci are embracing the duality of winter style — balancing functional innovation with opulent craftsmanship. From Louis Vuitton’s sleek Monogram Miroir accessories and...
Burberry Bear MCM Pup Loewe Accessories 2024 saw the fashion industry ride on the wave of collectible paraphernalia, transforming whimsical novelties into status-defining treasures. While the unveiling of luxury accessories and bag charms are nothing new, MCM’s Visetos-print mascots to Loewe’s playful animal figures highlight how luxury brands are tapping into a growing consumer desire...
La Muse collection features three Samarcande dresses produced in Barcelona In an industry where trends often overshadow substance, KÔYÉ is a breath of fresh air. When Alicia Issaka first founded her Paris-based clothing brand KÔYÉ in 2019, her mission was simple: to create garments that redefined the meaning of modern femininity in fashion. Five years...
DECEMBER 2024: Matthieu Blazy is the new artistic director of Chanel (Photo: Getty Images) Fashion thrives on change, and behind these status-quo-challenging shakeups often lie designers. Gabrielle Chanel’s singular vision to liberate women from restrictive clothing spurred the immense success of her label, Chanel, and then there’s Daniel Lee, whose tenure at Bottega Veneta saw...
Riffing off the off-duty chic potential that lies in the humdrum of canine-cruising, Louis Vuitton’s Spring Summer 2025 Men’s Pre-Collection — led by Pharrell Williams — showcases the influence of man’s best friend throughout the entire capsule. From bone-shaped monogrammed trunks to plush furry slip-ons, this Louis Vuitton Men’s collection promises a delightful, puppy-love allure perfect for any...
Photo by Sergey Makashin on Pexels Traveling with children is about striking that elusive balance between keeping them comfortable and maintaining your style. Proper planning will make both come about naturally. Visualize getting to your next destination in style and composure, with your little ones happy and occupied. Consider choosing the right clothes, investing in...
