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    LVMH Announces the 20 Semi-Finalists for the 2026 LVMH Prize

    February 10, 2026 - By 

    LVMH has officially revealed the 20 young fashion houses shortlisted for the semi-final of the 13th edition of the LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers, to be held on 4 and 5 March 2026 in Paris. This year’s edition once again confirms the global reach and relevance of the Prize. More than 2,400 designers from around the world applied, making it one of the most competitive platforms for emerging fashion talent today. From this pool, 20 brands were selected, representing 17 different countries, including Georgia, Kenya, and Thailand for the first time. The diversity of this shortlist reflects a broader shift in contemporary fashion. The…

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    Hermès Quietly Introduces the Kelly Constellation for Ultra-VIP Clients

    January 29, 2026 - By 

    Hermès has quietly introduced one of its most discreet and conceptually refined creations in recent memory: the Kelly Constellation, a handbag reserved exclusively for the Maison’s highest-tier clients. There was no campaign, no runway moment, and no public announcement. True to Hermès’ philosophy, the bag entered the world almost invisibly, circulating only through private conversations and trusted client relationships. This silence is not accidental. It is part of the object’s meaning. The Kelly Constellation reimagines the iconic Kelly through the lens of high jewellery rather than status display. The bag is set with 172 diamonds, applied using a confidential technique developed internally by…

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    Dior Haute Couture Is Now Open to the Public at the Musée Rodin

    January 28, 2026 - By 

    For a brief moment, haute couture steps off the runway and into public view. Dior has opened its latest Haute Couture presentation to visitors at the Musée Rodin, allowing the public to walk through the same space where the show took place just days ago. Rather than a traditional retrospective or museum exhibition, this is a continuation of the couture moment itself. The garments are displayed within the Rodin gardens and interiors, preserving the original atmosphere of the show. Seen up close, the pieces reveal a level of craftsmanship that is often lost at runway distance. Embroidery, construction, and fabric choices…

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    Why Voice Still Matters in Fashion

    January 10, 2026 - By 

    What 20 Years of the Influencer Economy Taught Me About Voice, Luxury, and Losing the Plot I watched Examining 20 Years of Fashion’s Influencer Economy expecting another familiar conversation about authenticity, platforms, and content. Instead, it felt like a quiet reckoning with how fashion media, influence, and luxury slowly drifted away from their original meaning. What stayed with me most was how unintentional the influencer economy really was at the beginning. Early fashion bloggers were not building brands or chasing monetisation. They were writing because they had no access, no permission, and no stake in the system they admired from a distance.…

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    Bhavitha Mandava: From New York Subway Discovery to Chanel Métiers d’Art 2026

    December 4, 2025 - By 

    Some journeys begin with a plan. Others begin without warning. Bhavitha Mandava’s started on an ordinary day in the New York subway, long before she imagined a career in fashion. She was an NYU student, focused on classes and everyday routines, when a chance encounter underground changed everything. She was scouted on the spot. Two weeks later, she walked her first show as a Bottega Veneta exclusive under Matthieu Blazy. She appeared in his campaign, learned the rhythm of the industry from within his studio, and stepped into a world that had never been part of her ambitions but quickly…

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    India’s Luxury Market to Hit $12.1 Billion in 2025 Here’s What’s Driving It

    October 28, 2025 - By 

    India’s luxury market is expanding faster than ever. Once known mainly for its mass brands and bargain culture, the country is now stepping into a new chapter of refined consumption. According to recent reports, India’s luxury goods market is expected to grow by 10 percent this year and reach $12.1 billion by the end of 2025, placing it among the fastest-growing luxury markets in the world. What’s Driving the Luxury Growth 1. Growing wealth and a new generation of consumers India has added thousands of new millionaires in the past year. A young, global, and connected generation is redefining luxury —…

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    What Does Luxury Mean in Today’s World?

    October 26, 2025 - By 

    In an age of fast consumption and constant reinvention, the idea of luxury is quietly transforming. What was once defined by price, prestige, and exclusivity is now being redefined by meaning, purpose, and human connection. For decades, luxury stood for the rare and unattainable an emblem of perfection crafted for the few. But today’s world has shifted. The true value of a product or experience no longer lies only in what it costs, but in why it exists, how it’s made, and who it touches. Modern luxury is becoming less about showing and more about feeling. It’s about timeless craftsmanship, ethical creation, and emotional resonance. A hand-stitched…