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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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Beauty News| Pat McGrath Named New Cosmetic Creative Director at LV

Legendary makeup artist Pat McGrath has been appointed as the new Cosmetic Creative Director at Louis Vuitton, a move that’s set to shake up the beauty industry. Known for her bold vision and inclusive approach, McGrath has consistently championed diversity, especially for women of colour.

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Runway| Carolina Herrera SS-25

Carolina Herrera’s Spring 2025 Ready-to-Wear collection was a masterclass in modern femininity, blending romantic silhouettes with bold sophistication.

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Runway| Alberta Ferretti SS-25

Alberta Ferretti embraced the boho revival with effortless elegance, proving once again why she remains at the heart of the conversation. Staging her latest Spring Summer show under the colonnade of the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science and Technology, she sent wispy chiffon dresses floating into the Milan sunset, each catching the evening breeze with poetic ease.

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Runway| Chanel AW-24/25

’70s Meets ’20s Nostalgia

Fashion often looks back during uncertain times, and the early 1970s was no exception. Nostalgia took centre stage, sparking the Glam Rock era, David Bowie’s androgynous allure, glittery platforms, and languid maxi dresses. Virginie Viard captured this spirit beautifully in Chanel’s latest collection, blending the “crossroads of the ’70s and the ’20s” on the boardwalk at Deauville.

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Runway| Peter Do AW-24/25

Peter Do’s latest Fall collection seamlessly blends art and fashion, drawing inspiration from abstract paintings and Japanese culture.

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Runway| Balmain AW-24

Olivier Rousteing’s Heartfelt Homage to Bordeaux 

Olivier Rousteing, after 13 years at Balmain, dedicated an entire collection to his beloved childhood home of Bordeaux. This collection was a tribute not only to the city but also to Lydia Rousteing, his mother, who, alongside her husband Bruno-Jean, raised him there. 

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Fashion News| Could Moncler Be Buying Burberry?

Speculation has been brewing around the possibility of Italian luxury brand Moncler acquiring the iconic British fashion house, Burberry. 

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Models| Precious Lee

Breaking Barriers in Fashion

Precious Lee is a force to be reckoned with in the fashion world, celebrated for her stunning beauty, confidence, and role in changing the narrative around size inclusivity in the industry. Born and raised in Atlanta, Lee always had a passion for fashion but didn’t see many models who looked like her. Despite this, she pursued modelling, knowing she could bring something fresh to the industry. Her breakthrough came when she was discovered by an agent who recognized her potential and signed her to a modelling agency.

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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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