It has been less than a week since the UK exited the European Union. However, the rocky relationship between the two started nearly half a century ago. In 1973, the United Kingdom made it into the ECC (European Economic Community) but, only a few years later, the nation held a referendum with the question: “Do you think the UK should stay in the European Community (Common Market)?”At the time,...

From penny-pinching to being eco-conscious, the motives behind second-hand beauty buys have evolved after 2019 was declared the year of sustainability. With Japanese millennials leading the trend last year, it’s no surprise that make-up resale is gaining popularity now. When it comes to beauty and skincare, the west has long been contoured by emerging trends from Asia.Japan’s globally...

Italian luxury menswear brand Ermenegildo Zegna has announced a surprise collaboration with Fear of God — a prominent American brand founded by Jerry Lorenzo in Los Angeles.Alongside Lorenzo, Ermenegildo Zegna’s Artistic Director Alessandro Sartori created a four-handed man collection, including accessories, which represents a cross-pollination between Zegna’s renowned tailoring expertise and...

Today, as general awareness for sustainability grows, a change in consumer attitudes towards wearing and utilizing secondhand goods is notably impacting the fashion industry as a whole. In fact, the buying, reselling and renting of worn, vintage fashion might be the industry’s most potent chance to keep its sustainable promises. Mainly because it is a reflection of customer behavior — and thus...

America’s luxury fashion retailer Macy’s is reportedly about to open a new retail concept store in Southlake Texas, which has been ranked as one of the wealthiest cities in the United States. As consumers’ behaviours are changing, Macy’s immersive shopping experience aims at celebrating discovery, community and convenience by offering distinctive products curated with an editorial approach....

Florentine luxury brand EMILIO PUCCI has announced Christelle Kocher of KOCHÉ as a guest designer for the house’s Fall/Winter 2020 collection. The collaboration, which includes both ready-to-wear and accessories, will be revealed on Thursday, February 20th, 2020 during Milan Fashion Week.“Pucci’s creative strategy is evolving: the Maison has decided to open its fabulous archives to “creative...

The way in which brands reach audiences – particularly Gen Z and Millennials – has rapidly evolved. A decade ago, companies could have anticipated and strategised changes but, in today’s landscape, they mostly react and adapt to them. To further synchronise with consumers, brands understand they need to go to where the consumer is and, for the young generation, that is TikTok. The Chinese-owned...

Can fashion ever be sustainable? Over the past year, this question has turned into the topic of choice, increasingly favoured by everyone in the fashion industry. Yet, has 'sustainability' become the chosen buzzword brands are recklessly bandying about, or is this topic finally getting the attention it deserves? For the designer, activist and writer, Céline Semaan, tackling this issue first...

It’s safe to say - denim is a fabric that suits everyone. Genderless and versatile, it's probably the most natural addition to any wardrobe and it also happens to have a history which hails back to the start of the century. After all, only a few garments can recall a period, like a pair of jeans. And over time this garment, in particular, has become the perfect traditional piece to be styled...

Copenhagen Fashion Week has announced its new Sustainability Action Plan for 2020-2022 designed to reinforce the event’s sustainability profile and prompt the industry to accelerate its sustainability efforts.The plan details how the fashion event will transition into becoming more sustainable through a series of commitments, including the reduction of its climate impact by 50% and rethinking...

Samuel Ross was conspicuous by his absence from London’s menswear schedule this season. Or, to be more precise, by the nature of his presence. In place of the runway events which have become one of the week’s most theatrical talking points, A-COLD-WALL* staged an installation in a long, darkened room, miles from the rest of the shows — and devoted that installation in its entirety to...

For the first time in its 183-year history, luxury brand Hermès has revealed the launch of a new beauty line, starting with a refillable lipstick. The line, called Rouge Hermès, pays homage to the brand’s perfume collection launched in 2000.The range of lipsticks, inspired by an archive of 75,000 silk swatches and 900 leather shades, will have plastic-free packaging made from the same metals...

Within just five years of being launched in India, on Tuesday January 21st, Swedish fast-fashion brand H&M announced a collaboration with renowned Indian bridal couture designer, Sabyasachi. Featuring in the dreams of every Indian bride, his designs are as maximalist as they come, echoing traditions through indigenous craftsmanship and textiles, while catering to the Indian elite and a...

For fashion brands, Chinese New Year can be a lucrative period; it is considered a lucky time for the Chinese to buy new clothing. The likes of Burberry and Marni regularly release capsules celebrating the new cycle of the Chinese zodiac. Red coloured fashions and accessories (the colour beckons luck) are everywhere in luxury stores and street markets, as are cute animations of the animal we’re...

As it embarks on its fifth year, further expansion within its three markets and a conscious outlook on online, Seoul-based clothing brand harlan + holden has appointed Alessandra Facchinetti as its first Creative Director.“We are very pleased to announce Alessandra Facchinetti as Creative Director of harlan + holden. Beyond her immense talent, creativity and experience, we found a partner and...