• Event

    Princess Diana’s ‘Revenge Dress’ Returns to Auction

    Princess Diana’s famous black “revenge dress” is coming back into the spotlight, nearly three decades after it was last sold for charity. The silk, off-the-shoulder dress was designed by Christina Stambolian and became one of the most memorable fashion moments of the 20th century. Diana wore it in 1994 when she arrived at London’s Serpentine Gallery, stepping out of her car into a crowd of photographers. The dress quickly became known as the “revenge dress”, largely because of the timing. Diana appeared in it on the same evening that King Charles publicly acknowledged his relationship with Camilla Parker Bowles. Rather…

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    Why GANNI Does Not Call Itself a Sustainable Brand

    GANNI is often described as one of fashion’s leading sustainable brands.But the Danish fashion company does not describe itself that way. During a recent conversation at Copenhagen Fashion Week, GANNI co-founder Nikolaj Reffstrup explained why the brand has deliberately avoided calling itself a sustainable fashion brand, despite years of work around materials, climate and responsible production. The reason is simple.Fashion is still built around consumption Fashion brands create new collections, introduce new products and encourage people to buy them. As Reffstrup explained, this makes it difficult for a fashion company to claim that it is completely sustainable. Instead, GANNI prefers…

  • Luxury

    Julie Kegels Wins the LVMH Prize 2026

    Belgian designer Julie Kegels has won the LVMH Prize 2026, marking the 13th edition of one of fashion’s most important awards for emerging talent. The final took place on 4 September 2026 at Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris, after more than 2,400 applicationswere received for this year’s competition. Twenty designers were selected for the semi-final, with nine ultimately reaching the final. Kegels, who founded her eponymous womenswear label, was recognised for her contemporary and multifaceted approach to womenswear, with individuality at the centre of her work. She receives a €400,000 prize and one year of tailored mentorship from LVMH experts. The Karl Lagerfeld Prize went to Lii, founded by Chinese…

  • Luxury

    Why Cultural Literacy Matters More Than Following Trends

    In fast-moving industries such as fashion, luxury, marketing, and design, it is easy to believe that staying informed means following everything that is happening right now. Social media makes this even more intense. Every day brings a new collection, campaign, creator, trend, collaboration, or cultural conversation. Keeping up can feel like an essential part of being relevant. But following trends and understanding culture are not the same thing.Trends tell us what is currently attracting attention. Cultural literacy helps us understand why. This difference matters because trends are temporary. They can appear quickly and disappear just as fast. Culture, however, is…

  • Luxury

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

    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…

  • Luxury

    Hermès Quietly Introduces the Kelly Constellation for Ultra-VIP Clients

    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

    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

    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.…

  • Journal

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

    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…

  • Journal

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

    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 —…