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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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Fashion 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.

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One to Know| Editor-in-chief Emmanuelle Alt

When you think of effortless Parisian style tailored blazers, worn-in denim, and that undone, just-perfect hair, Emmanuelle Alt is the blueprint. The French fashion editor, stylist, and all-around cool girl has been shaping how the world views French fashion for over two decades.

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Designer 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.

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One to Watch| Rio Sreedharan, London’s Hair Visionary

If hair could talk, Rio Sreedharan’s would be screaming innovation. London-based and armed with over 15 years of experience, Rio has turned hairstyling into both an art form and a mood. He started his career in one of the UK’s most coveted salons, cutting, colouring, and experimenting until he found his signature balance of precision meets creativity.

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Trend Report AW-25/26| The Corporate girly is here to stay

Who said the office was boring? The corporate girly trend is still signing contracts, closing deals, and stealing the fashion spotlight. This season, it’s all about sharp three-piece suits, crisp pinstripes, and trousers so tailored they could probably negotiate a pay rise on your behalf.

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Models| Vittoria Ceretti

If you’ve scrolled through any runway highlights in the last few years, chances are you’ve seen that face sharp cheekbones, piercing green eyes, and an aura that feels both modern and timeless. That’s Vittoria Ceretti, Italy’s most famous model export since Mariacarla Boscono.

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One to Know| Suzy Menkes

If fashion had a headmistress, it would be Suzy Menkes complete with her iconic quiff and a pen sharper than a Louboutin stiletto. For over three decades, Suzy wasn’t just at the shows she was the voice that could make or break them. Designers adored her when she praised them, feared her when she didn’t, and the rest of us? We devoured every word.

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Fashion News| Jaden Smith Appointed Creative Director at Louboutin Menswear

Jaden Smith has just been announced as the new creative director for Louboutin menswear, where he’ll roll out four capsule collections a year. And while it makes headlines, let’s be real: this feels like a slap in the face to actual designers.

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Trend Report AW-25/26| Neons Are Back

’80s, neon’s are staging a high-fashion comeback, brighter than ever!

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