“Elegance is not standing out, but being remembered”. Following Giorgio Armani’s passing on 4 September, it’s fitting to reflect on his fashion legacy and the brand he established. Armani introduced unstructured Italian tailoring to both European and American fashion markets, creating timeless ready-to-wear designs that dismantled the restrictive silhouettes of the 1970s. The name was… Continue reading The lasting legacy of Giorgio Armani
One of the most renowned and valuable timepieces in the world, the Breguet No. 160 “Marie Antoinette” watch, will go on display for the first time in the UK at the Versailles: Science and Splendour exhibition, opening at the Science Museum in London on 12 December 2024. This masterpiece, designed by legendary Swiss watchmaker Abraham-Louis… Continue reading Marie Antoinette’s Breguet watch to be displayed in London
Fast-fashion brand Shein expressed interest last year in listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). But — having met some opposition from US politicians, including Republican Florida senator Marco Rubio — it has now reportedly turned its attention to London. While this would be a boost for the London Stock Exchange (LSE), which has… Continue reading As governments crack down on fast fashion’s harms, could Shein lose its shine?
In 2012, Prada took an unconventional approach by recruiting actors renowned for their villainous roles to showcase their suits, in which the phrase “the devil wears Prada” took on a literal meaning. For the fall 2012 men’s show at Milan Fashion Week, Prada opted for a twist by featuring a cast of notable antagonists instead… Continue reading Defoe, Oldman and Brody are Prada villains
In the highly anticipated Dune: Part Two, it’s not just the stellar performances by Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Austin Butler that steal the spotlight; it’s the fashion. The film’s costume design, reminiscent of Rick Owens’ aesthetic, is a standout feature, resonating with today’s fashion trends. For decades, science fiction has influenced fashion designers. Raf Simons… Continue reading Dune: Part Two’s fashion takes inspiration from Rick Owens and contemporary trends
“Larry David is one of the best-dressed men on television,” declared New York magazine in 2020. Stylist Allison Bornstein, among others on TikTok, has celebrated David as an “accidental style icon,” praising his “classic, layered, and practical” fashion choices. His “laid-back dad style” has been lauded by fashion publications, and he has even graced the… Continue reading The Larry David style — a closer look at the fashion evolution of the Curb Your Enthusiasm star
You face a dilemma. You’ve found the perfect shirt, and it’s an absolute bargain, but you notice it’s “Made in Bangladesh”. You’re conscious it was probably made using cheap labour. Do you buy it, or walk away? Today Oxfam released its annual Naughty or Nice list. This list highlights retail brands committed to transparent sourcing,… Continue reading We know sweatshop clothing is bad — and buy it anyway. Here’s how your brain makes excuses
Luxury fashion house Prada has a scheme for customers who want something even more exclusive than its usual range of clothing and accessories. Each month, on a first-come, first-served basis, the Time Capsule Collection offers ultra-limited editions of Prada products. They’re only on sale for 24 hours, with purchases delivered straight to customers’ doors. For… Continue reading How brands like Prada and Nike are using NFTs — and what could go wrong
Since the 1990s, fast fashion has enabled everyday people to buy the latest catwalk trends. But the sheer volume of garments being whipped up, sold and soon discarded is contributing to a global sustainability crisis. Now, just when the fashion industry should be waking up and breaking free of this vicious cycle, it’s heading in… Continue reading Ultra-fast fashion is a disturbing trend undermining efforts to make the whole industry more sustainable
For the first time in its 170-year history, the V&A held an exhibition that centred solely on African fashion. Fashion has long been seen and taught as centred in Europe, with Japanese designers occasionally highlighted as international non-Western exponents. The fashion education experienced by students often relies on a design cycle that has not changed… Continue reading Why the V&A’s Africa Fashion exhibition was important — and long overdue
