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...
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...
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...
With a market value of USD 136 billion in 2024 and estimated to reach USD 184 billion by 2027, fast fashion is a major money-maker in the industry. But with that, comes consequences. Its business model rests on producing cheap, seasonal clothes at lightning speed, resulting in both overproduction and overconsumption. According to Greenpeace, around...
In a notable departure from model-driven storytelling, luxury brands appear to be pivoting towards product-focused campaigns this holiday season. Instead of featuring high-profile personalities or being fronted by familiar-faced models, these campaigns centre the spotlight squarely on the items themselves — from luxurious handbags and shoes to intricately designed pieces. This approach not only simplifies...
In March, LUXUO explored how the fashion industry was being reshaped by the exit of long-standing creative directors, an impending economic downturn, and declining sales pushing brands to diversify their offerings. As we move through the year, these shifts continue, with major shake-ups defining the landscape: Hedi Slimane’s departure from Celine, Kim Jones leaving Fendi,...
