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One to watch| Fforme

The Emerging Minimalist Brand Out of NYC

Fforme, the up-and-coming luxury brand from New York City, has quickly made a name for itself with its minimalist designs and flowing, sculptural fabrics. Founded by a group of industry veterans, the brand brings together expertise from some of fashion’s biggest names. The goal? To redefine luxury with simplicity, elegance, and wearability.

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Runway| Cong Tri Fall-24

Cong Tri’s Fall 2024 collection masterfully fused traditional Vietnamese aesthetics with contemporary design. Drawing inspiration from the rich cultural heritage of his homeland, Tri explored themes of identity, memory, and craftsmanship. The collection was an ode to the delicate art of lacquer painting and the intricate patterns of Đông Sơn drums, both symbols of Vietnam’s artistic legacy.

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Fashion News| The Closure of Ted Baker

A Chapter Ends in British Fashion History

Ted Baker, a quintessential British fashion brand, announced its closure, marking the end of an era in British fashion history.

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Designer on focus| Salvatore Ferragamo 

A Journey from Humble Beginnings to Fashion Icon

Salvatore Ferragamo, born in 1898 in Bonito, Italy, grew up in a large family with humble means. Despite his modest upbringing, Ferragamo’s fascination with shoemaking began at a young age. At just nine years old, he crafted his first pair of shoes for his sister’s confirmation, igniting a passion that would shape his entire life.

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Celebrity Style| Hailey Bieber’s Evolving Style

Hailey Bieber has become a fashion icon in her own right, known for her effortless blend of street style, high fashion, and timeless elegance. Over the years, her style has evolved, reflecting her journey from a young model to a global fashion influencer, and now, as an expecting mother, she’s embraced a fresh, maternity-friendly approach to dressing.

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Runway| Tom Ford Resort 2025

Peter Hawkings Channels Tom Ford’s Glamour in Tom Ford Resort Collection

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Fashion News| David Koma Appointed as Blumarine’s New Creative Director

Blumarine has announced David Koma as their new creative director following Walter Chiapponi’s departure after just one season. Koma, a Georgian designer known for his bold, sculptural red carpet creations, will debut his first Blumarine collection for pre-fall 2025 in May/June next year.

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Designer on focus| Jimmy Choo

The Legacy of a Legendary Shoe Designer

Jimmy Choo, a name synonymous with luxury and elegance, began his journey into shoe design in the bustling city of Penang, Malaysia, where he was born into a family of shoemakers. His passion for creating beautiful footwear was evident from a young age, and he honed his craft at the Cordwainers Technical College in London.

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Street Style| White shirt

The Timeless Elegance of White Shirts

A white shirt is the ultimate wardrobe staple, effortlessly elevating any look with its timeless sophistication. Whether paired with distressed jeans for a casual day out or a sleek pencil skirt for a polished office ensemble, the versatility of a white shirt is unmatched. Its clean lines and crisp fabric serve as a blank canvas, allowing fashion enthusiasts to express their style creatively.

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Runway| Viktor & Rolf Haute Couture Fall-24

A Journey into Absurd Abstraction

Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren revisited their archives for today’s couture collection, inspired by their second collection 26 years ago, which featured mushroom-cloud silhouettes and exaggerated, absurd shapes. “We liked the idea of doing something absurd, that makes no sense,” they explained. This season, they pushed this concept further, juxtaposing the human body with abstract shapes, showcasing couture as an exaggeration of abstraction.

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