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Models| Liu Wen

Born in Hunan, China, Liu got her start in 2005 after entering the New Silk Road World Model Contest, a move that kick-started her journey from small-town girl to international runway royalty. What makes her rise even more impressive? She didn’t win the contest but she still caught the fashion world’s eye.

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Runway| Harris Reed AW-25/26

Harris Reed’s Fall 2025 collection is bold, emotional, and full of theatrical bones with a sharper edge than ever. FW25 is aggressive, poetic, and utterly memorable. Reed proves fashion can be rebellion, art, and empowerment all at once. If you’re looking for drama with intention, this is the collection to study.

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Designer on focus| Demna Gvasalia

Let’s talk about Demna. No surname necessary. Once the darling of the fashion underground, Demna Gvasalia rose through the ranks with an approach that felt punk, post-ironic, and totally disruptive. But now? Some say he’s more about performance than product and we’re not entirely disagreeing.

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Runway| Ahluwalia SS-25

Ahluwalia’s SS25 collection is a rich blend of print, texture, and cultural nostalgia. Inspired by the familiarity of home, the pieces feature patterns that echo suburban wallpaper, shimmering fabrics that reflect light like swimming pools, and sari-style drapes that wrap the body with ease and meaning.

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Runway| Khaite SS-25

Khaite’s latest show at NYFW was a departure for Catherine Holstein. Known for her edgy, polished designs, she embraced a softer side, inspired by motherhood’s warmth. The show opened with signature oversized tailoring, but soon unveiled hand-knit ribbon peplum tops, crocheted separates, and airy organza pieces.

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Fashion News| Victoria’s Secret Return Falls Flat

Victoria’s Secret attempted a grand comeback with its latest fashion show, but it fell disappointingly short. From the tacky backdrop to the peeling runway, the show seemed to unravel at every turn. The most cringeworthy moment? Supermodel Doutzen Kroes getting her shoes stuck on the peeling runway mid-walk—a glaring symbol of the event’s haphazard execution.

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Runway| Versace AW-24

Most Powerful Milan Show Yet?

Versace’s Milan Fashion Week show was a bold display of confidence and power. The black shag carpet and white staircase created a striking backdrop as models walked in a figure-eight through the crowd. Despite the ongoing transition with Tapestry’s acquisition of Capri, Donatella Versace’s vision was strong and unmistakable.

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Runway| Cult Gaia SS-24

Cult Gaia’s Spring 2024 collection is a masterful blend of unique artistry and practical design. Each piece stands out with distinct details: knee-high snakeskin boots with 45-degree angled heels, a blue sequin gown with feathers, and a raffia bikini. Designer Jasmin Larian Hekmat focuses on functionality and solid construction, ensuring her creations are both stunning and wearable.,

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Runway| Ralph Lauren FW-24

The anticipation at Ralph Lauren’s 650 Madison Avenue headquarters reached a crescendo as the stage was set for a spectacle, a journey through time and style that only a maestro like Lauren could orchestrate.

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Runway| Dolce & Gabbana AW-24

In the midst of a fashion landscape undergoing major transformations, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana stand out as maestros of reinvention. With an impressive nearly four-decade-long journey, their enduring success lies not just in knowing their identity but in flawlessly executing it. Their designs, once contemporary, now find themselves collected as vintage pieces, a testament to their longevity.

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