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Fashion News| Hedi Slimane Departs Celine, Michael Rider Steps In

Hedi Slimane’s exit from Celine marks the end of a transformative era. Appointed in 2018, Slimane radically shifted Celine’s aesthetic, moving away from Phoebe Philo’s minimalism toward a rock ‘n’ roll, youth-driven vision. Despite this Céline’s Fall/Winter 2024 collection featured minimalist cuts and silhouettes, very reminiscent of Phoebes era. 

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Fashion News| Sarah Burton Appointed as Givenchy’s New Creative Director

A Bold New Vision for the Iconic Brand

Sarah Burton, the former creative director of Alexander McQueen, has been named the new Creative Director of Givenchy, marking a significant chapter for the French luxury house. Known for her edgy, intricate designs at McQueen, Burton is now tasked with reimagining the future of Givenchy, while balancing the brand’s classical French tailoring.

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Fashion News| ASOS Sells Topshop to Heartland in Bid to Boost Bottom Line

In a strategic move to improve its financial standing, ASOS has sold the beloved British fashion brand Topshop to Danish investment group, Heartland. This comes after ASOS acquired Topshop in 2021, but faced difficulties reviving the brand’s former glory.

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Fashion News| Haider Ackermann Appointed as Creative Director at Tom Ford

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc (ELC) has made a bold and exciting choice by appointing Haider Ackermann as the new Creative Director for Tom Ford. Ackermann, known for his poetic approach to fashion and masterful use of drapery, is a visionary designer whose work has long been admired for its elegance and innovation. The news of his appointment has been met with widespread anticipation, as the fashion world eagerly awaits to see how he will interpret and evolve the Tom Ford 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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Fashion News| Toxic Substances Found in Shein and Temu products

 

Authorities in Seoul have uncovered alarming levels of toxic substances in women’s accessories sold by major online retailers, including Shein, Temu, and AliExpress. These platforms have gained massive popularity for their trendy and affordable products, but recent inspections reveal serious safety concerns.

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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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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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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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Fashion News| Virginie Viard departs from Chanel

The recent announcement of Virginie Viard’s departure from Chanel marks a significant turning point for the legendary fashion house. While Viard’s tenure as creative director was filled with high expectations, her inability to step out of Karl Lagerfeld’s immense shadow ultimately led to a series of underwhelming collections that failed to resonate with both critics and consumers. Viard’s exit could be the rejuvenation Chanel desperately needs.

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