Ashi Studio Couture Spring/Summer 2026 did not disappoint. In fact, we’re still searching for the words our jaws firmly on the floor.
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Trend Report SS-26|Surf’s Up, Runway Edition
Designers caught a serious wave this season. Scuba silhouettes and surfwear details splashed across the runways at Loewe, Chloé, Rabanne, and Jean Paul Gaultier, bringing neoprene cuts, wetsuit seams, and sporty finishes into fashion territory.
Continue readingFashion News| The Last Emperor has died
Fashion has lost one of its greatest pillars. Valentino Garavani, the man who defined modern glamour and dressed the world’s most powerful women, has passed away at the age of 93.
Continue readingRunway| Alaïa SS-26
Alaïa’s SS-16 collection was rooted in emotion, craftsmanship, and quiet intensity. The inspiration was clear: creating beauty as a form of escape, while still acknowledging the tension of the world around us. Mulier described the collection as a “cocoon”, “a moment of softness, intimacy, and reflection”.
Continue readingFashion News| Alo Appoints new CEO of International
Alo is starting the year exactly how it means to go on: big, bold, and global. The LA-born activewear brand has officially appointed Benedetta Petruzzo as CEO of International, signalling serious intentions to dominate well beyond the U.S.
Continue readingOne to know| Set designer, Shona Heath
If fashion had a resident surrealist, it would be Shona Heath the visionary set designer and art director responsible for some of the most enchanting, otherworldly imagery of the last two decades. Her work doesn’t just decorate a space; it creates a universe. And if you’ve ever looked at a fashion campaign and thought, “This feels like a dream,” there’s a good chance Heath was behind it.
Continue readingBeauty Review| Avène Face & Body Wash
If your skin’s been begging for a reset, Avene’s Face and Body Wash might just be your new shower essential.
Continue readingFashion News| Grace Wales Bonner Joins Hermès as Menswear Creative Director
Fashion just got interesting again. Hermès has officially appointed Grace Wales Bonner as the new Creative Director of Menswear, following Véronique Nichanian’s 37-year reign. This marks a new era for the French luxury house and, honestly, it’s about time.
Continue readingDesigner on focus| Louise Trotter
The Quiet Force Behind Fashion’s Next Big Move
If you don’t know Louise Trotter, you should. The Sunderland-born designer is the definition of quiet luxury no gimmicks, no noise, just pure craftsmanship. A Northumbria University grad, Trotter worked her way through fashion’s big leagues: Whistles, Calvin Klein, Gap, Tommy Hilfiger, you name it. She mastered how to make everyday pieces feel effortlessly elevated long before “clean girl aesthetic” became a thing.
Continue readingBeauty Trend Fall-25| Tortoise Shell Nails for Autumn
If there’s one nail trend that screams cozy-chic this autumn, it’s tortoise shell nails. Inspired by the classic pattern of tortoiseshell glasses and accessories, this look combines amber, caramel, and chocolate tones for a rich, layered effect that’s both sophisticated and fun. Perfect for fall, the warm hues complement chunky knits, leather boots, and autumnal palettes effortlessly.
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