Fashion
In a debut free of theatrics but rich in poise, Celine’s new creative head delivers a fresh vision for luxury fashion
Michael Rider’s debut at Celine’s spring/summer 2026 showcase marks a welcome reset, grounded in covetable clothing designed to become part of life beyond the runway.
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Top three European brands to keep an eye our for this season
Whether it’s rejecting plastic beach shoes for something sustainable or an appreciation for linen’s health benefits, artisans across Europe are standing out in the fashion world by bringing a personal touch to their collections.
Away from the runways, Milanese fashion brands have perfected the art of entertaining
Italians are showing the rest of the world how to keep fashion editors engaged – and the answer couldn’t be tastier.
The architects behind Prada’s most memorable fashion week show sets on how they build delight and awe into a runway
OMA/AMO offer a rare glimpse behind the curtain and a peek at how the statement-making, rule-breaking stages at the Prada Foundation come to life.
Colour theory: Ryota Iwai’s Auralee steps into the Paris spotlight
Known for its tonal harmony and tactile detail, the Japanese label is now making a statement. We catch up with founder Ryota Iwai in Paris about the brand’s new collection and ambitions.
Black has had its day – here’s why the world’s best-dressed are turning to brown
The versatile hue has established itself as a new staple colour, with designers and brands embracing earthy tones this season. But it’s not just the runways that dictate what you’ll be wearing this summer.
An Athenian outing: ‘Konfekt’, Le Monde Béryl and Mouki Mou celebrate summer
The editors of ‘Konfekt’ and Le Monde Béryl’s Lily Hanbury take an artful tour of the Greek capital’s creative hot spots – topped off by a rooftop launch party for the magazine’s summer issue.
How to get dressed: Atsushi Hasegawa, the head of creative at The Newt in Somerset
A luxury hotel’s head of creative brings a touch of French cool and Japanese tailoring to the English countryside.
Street style from Rome: what to wear in the Eternal City
We set out to understand what gives the residents of the Italian capital such a unique sense of style and meet the people who best flaunt this appealing blend of sophistication and swagger.
Interview: Philippe Delhotal, the creative director of Hermès Horloger
Hermès timepieces reflect the maison’s playful, artistic design codes, as well as its unconventional ideas about what a luxury watch can be. We meet the designer responsible for its evolution.
