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One to know| The Makeup Maverick François Nars

Before Orgasm became a blush and not just a blush-worthy word, François Nars was a French kid obsessed with fashion, watching his chic mother mix eyeliner with elegance in Tarbes. After graduating from the Carita Makeup School in Paris, he moved to New York in the ’80s and the rest is beauty history.

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Fashion News| Edward Enninful Launches EE72 with His Sister

Fashion icon Edward Enninful has unveiled his next chapter: EE72, a cutting-edge fashion magazine and media company co-founded with his sister, film and TV executive Dr. Akua Enninful. Named after Edward’s birth year, EE72 promises to redefine storytelling in fashion through a global, inclusive, and multi-platform lens.

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Designer on focus| Brandon Blackwood

The Bag Whisperer Who Turned a Side Hustle into a Fashion Powerhouse

Brandon Blackwood didn’t just break into fashion he strutted in with a tote that said, “End Systemic Racism,” and the world took notice. Born in Brooklyn and raised between NYC and Tokyo, Blackwood initially pursued neuroscience in College. However, his passion for fashion led him to switch majors and eventually launch his eponymous brand in 2015.

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Beauty News| Victoria Beckham Launches Luxurious Makeup Brush Collection

Victoria Beckham has just dropped a new line of makeup brushes, and they’re as chic and precise as you’d expect. Designed for both beauty lovers and professionals, the collection features high-performance tools crafted to elevate your makeup routine.

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Trend Report SS-25| See-through shoe

Glass slipper energy is back and it’s not just for fairy-tales. This spring, clear heels, acrylic details, and PVC straps are everywhere, and they’re giving major minimalist magic. From barely-there mules to full-on see-through platforms, the trend is all about looking polished without trying too hard.

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One to watch| women’s wear brand, Paolina Russo

Paolina Russo is the name fashion girls are whispering and for good reason. The Canadian-born designer, now based in London, is bringing a new kind of magic to the scene: nostalgic, surreal, and totally unexpected.

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Runway| Miss Sohee Couture SS-25

Miss Sohee officially entered fashion’s most exclusive club: the French Haute Couture schedule. At just 28, South Korean designer Sohee Park unveiled her debut collection at Hôtel Pozzo di Borgo.

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Beauty Trend SS-25| Fishing bait nails

Summer 2025’s hottest beauty trend is making a splash literally. “Fisherman Core” nails are the unexpected, whimsical vibe dominating the season, and we’re hooked. Inspired by fishing lures, childhood summers, and all things aquatic, this trend is bold, bright, and packed with personality.

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Fashion News| MET GALA 2025

Best dressed women

Last night’s Met Gala was all about precision, pride, and power. The theme? “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” a celebration of Black fashion history, sharp tailoring, and unapologetic elegance. And let me tell you, the red carpet gave everything.

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Fashion News| Magda Butrym x H&M

“I really see this collection as a chance to invite people into our world – and to celebrate femininity, and the flower. Each piece brings its own sense of Slavic romance, while paying homage to the history of our brand.”

– Magda Butrym

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