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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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Trend Report SS-24| Circle Bags

Consider the circle. Infinity. Now, imagine carrying that sense of infinity with you wherever you go. Louis Vuitton’s hand-held circle bag embodies this idea, offering a chic and stylish way to store your essentials.

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Beauty News| Sk:n Group Collapses

The End of a Leading UK Aesthetic Medicine Firm

In a shocking turn of events, Sk:n Group, one of the UK’s largest providers of aesthetic medicine, has collapsed. According to a statement on the firm’s website, trading ceased on July 17, resulting in the closure of more than 70 clinics across the UK.

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Runway| Zuhair Murad Haute Couture Fall-24

Zuhair Murad’s fall couture explored raw, edgy beauty by delving into women’s philosophical and psychological states. “Going deeper is very new,” Murad revealed to Vogue backstage. “I felt it was more pertinent to delve into a woman’s character, and what she lives every day.” His collection reflects the fluctuations of a woman’s emotions throughout her life.

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Models| Anais Mali

Anais Mali’s journey into the world of fashion and modelling is a testament to her natural talent and undeniable charm. Born in Toulon, France, Mali was discovered at the tender age of 18 while attending her school’s open house. Her striking features, including her radiant smile and captivating eyes, caught the attention of scouts, setting her on a path to international fame.

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Fashion News| The Dior Bag Scandal

Unmasking the True Cost of Luxury Fashion

Luxury fashion giant Dior recently found itself embroiled in controversy after an exposé revealed the shocking disparity between the production costs and retail prices of their iconic bags. According to the report, these bags, which sell for thousands of dollars, are produced for as little as $57. This revelation has sparked outrage and raised serious ethical concerns about the fashion industry’s practices.

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Runway| Thom Browne Haute Couture Fall-24

Thom Browne’s latest show invitation was an atelier coat in natural muslin, emblazoned with the brand logo and our names in cursive. Despite the heat, many attendees wore them, highlighting Browne’s dedicated following.

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Trend Report SS-24| The Pointy-Toed Mule

If green shoes aren’t your thing, don’t worry! Instead of focusing on colour, embrace the versatile silhouette of the pointy-toed mule. This shoe style offers endless possibilities for chic and unique looks.

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Fashion News| Olivia Palermo and Johannes Huebl re-new their vowels

“I love weddings, but I’m not much of a bridal person,” says fashion and beauty entrepreneur Olivia Palermo. “I take every opportunity to make something into a fashion moment.”

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Runway| Schiaparelli Haute Couture Fall-24

“I had this dream of finding a forgotten couture collection in the basement of Elsa’s country house.” This vision captures Daniel Roseberry’s creative essence at Schiaparelli. Known for its 1920s and ’30s couture, Schiaparelli is rejuvenated under Roseberry, who draws inspiration from the 1950s this season, a period he finds refreshingly simple.

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