Today's Fashion Pulse
Updated 1h agoGucci’s Polarizing Runway Sparks Debate as Celebrity Front Rows Amplify Brand Narrative
The latest fashion week front rows featured a star‑studded lineup, with Gucci’s contentious collection drawing mixed reactions. High‑profile guests at shows like Chloe, Acne Studios and Rick Owens underscored how celebrity presence can shape brand storytelling.
News•Mar 6, 2026
Forum Members Review Antonin Tron’s Debut Balmain Collection for the Fall 2026 Season
Antonin Tron, the newly appointed creative director of Balmain, unveiled his debut Fall 2026 collection at Paris Fashion Week’s third day. The show, staged at the Palais de Tokyo, featured a stripped‑back aesthetic with leather jackets, military‑inspired outerwear, structured shoulders and oversized sunglasses. Forum members reacted sharply, labeling the collection uninspired, overly basic and a departure from Olivier Rousteing’s signature flamboyance. The mixed reception highlights the challenges of redefining Balmain’s identity under new leadership.
By The Fashion Spot
News•Mar 6, 2026
Saks Global Sets Second Wave of Luxury Store Closings
Saks Global announced a second wave of store closures, shuttering 12 Saks Fifth Avenue locations and three Neiman Marcus stores by the end of May. Combined with earlier cuts, the company has now announced the closure of 20 Saks and four...
By WWD (Women’s Wear Daily) – Fashion
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News•Mar 6, 2026
Paris Hilton Wore the Cool-Girl Pants Margot Robbie and Martha Stewart Use to Make an Instant Statement
Paris Hilton sparked renewed interest in high‑waist black leather pants during a Los Angeles outing, pairing them with a fitted turtleneck and pink bomber jacket. The look echoed across generations, with Margot Robbie, Martha Stewart and Julianne Moore also embracing...
By InStyle
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News•Mar 6, 2026
Seeing Red: What 'Baywatch' Hopefuls Wore to the Reboot's Casting Call
Fox is launching a 2026‑27 reboot of the classic series *Baywatch*, and held an open casting call on February 18 at Marina Del Rey. Thousands of aspirants arrived in the show’s signature red swimwear, adding personal twists such as logos, denim skirts, and...
By InStyle
News•Mar 6, 2026
Ten Thousand Shorts Review 2026: The Best Workout Shorts
Ten Thousand’s Interval Short has become the brand’s best‑selling model since its 2018 launch, priced at $68. The short combines a poly‑spandex plain‑weave shell with four‑way stretch, moisture‑wicking properties, and a gusseted cut that resists bunching during heavy lifts. Its...
By GQ
News•Mar 6, 2026
What Do Schiaparelli and Rick Owens Have in Common?
During Paris Fashion Week, Schiaparelli under Daniel Roseberry and Rick Owens presented runway shows that revealed a surprisingly aligned vision of glamour. Both collections used a raised glossy black runway, flood‑lit staging and a provocative music mix to heighten a...
By The Cut (NYMag)
News•Mar 6, 2026
Givenchy Fall 2026: I’m Every Woman
Givenchy’s Fall 2026 runway, directed by Sarah Burton, showcased a gender‑fluid, women‑centric collection that mixed menswear fabrics, velvet, animal prints, and historic references. The zoetrope‑style set created a cinematic, surprise‑filled runway, highlighting pieces such as a painted‑embellished gown, a blue shearling...
By WWD (Women’s Wear Daily) – Fashion
News•Mar 6, 2026
Can Away's New Hybrid Suitcase Solve the Wrinkle Problem for Good?
Away has launched the Softside Garment Roller, a hybrid suitcase that integrates a removable garment bag designed to keep clothing wrinkle‑free during travel. Priced at $495, the 69‑liter case measures 22.5×23.5×11 inches and weighs 14.9 lb, fitting up to 16 pieces...
By GQ
Blog•Mar 6, 2026
Maura Higgins Wore Do Long To SiriusXM Studios
Maura Higgins visited SiriusXM Studios in New York to promote her appearance on The Traitors US, wearing a standout ensemble from Do Long’s Spring 2026 collection. The look featured sculpted shoulders, deep brown velvet, sheer lace inserts, and a lingerie‑inspired bra top...
By Red Carpet Fashion Awards
News•Mar 6, 2026
Colman Domingo Wore the Black-Tie Shoes You’re About to See Everywhere
Colman Domingo turned heads at the New York Theatre Workshop Gala by pairing Valentino black‑tie opera pumps with a tuxedo, highlighting a growing resurgence of the historic shoe in men’s formalwear. The opera pump, originally a Regency‑era court shoe, has been re‑issued by...
By GQ
News•Mar 6, 2026
Sarah Pidgeon Updates Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s ’90s Uniform for Today
Sarah Pidgeon, who portrayed Carolyn Bessette‑Kennedy in Ryan Murphy’s Love Story, showcased a modern reinterpretation of the late publicist’s iconic 1990s style at Paris Fashion Week. She arrived at Loewe’s Fall 2026 show in a leather funnel‑neck coat, crisp white trousers,...
By W Magazine
News•Mar 6, 2026
Recovery Footwear Brand Kane Adds Open-Back Shoe to Drive Growth
Kane Footwear introduced the Revive OB, its first open‑back recovery shoe, priced at $78 and offered in four colourways for men and women. The model adds raised foot‑bed nodes, dual‑density EVA cushioning and perforated uppers to boost circulation and support during...
By WWD (Women’s Wear Daily) – Fashion
News•Mar 6, 2026
Timex Officially Launched Its Most Luxurious Watches to Date
Timex unveiled two new Atelier models – the Marine M1a and the GMT24 M1a – priced between $950 and $1,450, marking the brand’s most upscale launch to date. Both watches feature Swiss automatic or Landeron GMT movements, 200 m water resistance,...
By GQ
News•Mar 6, 2026
12 Slip Dresses Inspired by Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s Minimalist Wedding Gown
The latest episode of *Love Story* has revived interest in Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s iconic Narciso Rodriguez slip wedding dress, highlighting its bias‑cut, cowl‑neck silk silhouette. Editors note a surge in minimalist satin slip gowns from designers like Stella McCartney, Norma Kamali, and Nili Lotan...
By ELLE
Blog•Mar 6, 2026
Tessa Thompson Wore Kallmeyer To The 2026 New York Theatre Workshop Benefit Gala
On March 2, 2026, actress Tessa Thompson attended the New York Theatre Workshop Benefit Gala at Gotham Hall, promoting her upcoming film The Fear of 13. She arrived in Kallmeyer’s Astrid cropped blazer, Omella ivory blouse and Nadja trousers, paired with black pointed pumps and a red cuff bracelet. The...
By Red Carpet Fashion Awards
News•Mar 6, 2026
Japanese Breakfast’s Michelle Zauner on How Her Latest Album Led to a Jewelry Collection
Michelle Zauner, frontwoman of Japanese Breakfast, has partnered with New York jewelry brand Catbird to launch a capsule collection of rings, bracelets, and charms made from 100% recycled gold and sterling silver. The pieces draw directly from lyrical and visual...
By WWD (Women’s Wear Daily) – Fashion
News•Mar 6, 2026
Issey Miyake Fall 2026: Less Is More
Satoshi Kondo’s Issey Miyake Fall 2026 show reinterpreted a simple stone into a sculptural clothing line, using 3‑D scanning to translate its form into fabric. The collection favors sober greys and blacks with occasional lemon or orchid accents, emphasizing texture, pleats, and...
By WWD (Women’s Wear Daily) – Fashion
News•Mar 6, 2026
Aaliyah Chavez’s First Nike Basketball PE Is A Multi-Color Kobe 9 Elite Low
College basketball phenom Aaliyah Chavez has unveiled her first Nike Basketball personal edition, a multicolored Kobe 9 Elite Low inspired by her father’s training facility, The Lab. The freshman guard, who tied the SEC record with eight Freshman of the...
By Sneaker News
News•Mar 6, 2026
Pete Nordstrom on the Enduring Power of Retail’s ‘Best Mousetrap’ | The BoF Podcast
Nordstrom celebrated its 125th anniversary while navigating a turbulent U.S. department‑store landscape. The family partnered with Mexico’s Liverpool to take the retailer private, preserving a 51% stake and freeing the business from quarterly market pressures. Pete Nordstrom highlighted the company’s...
By The Business of Fashion
News•Mar 6, 2026
Chanel Names Bhavitha Mandava as House Ambassador
Chanel announced that 26‑year‑old Bhavitha Mandava will serve as its new house ambassador, cementing her rapid ascent from NYU student to runway muse. Mandava made history as the first Indian model to open a Chanel Métiers d’Art show in New York and...
By WWD (Women’s Wear Daily) – Fashion
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News•Mar 6, 2026
Jennifer Lopez's Airport Look Includes a Plunging Button-Up and an Ultra Rare Birkin Bag
Jennifer Lopez arrived in Las Vegas for her Caesars Palace residency wearing a crisp white button‑up shirt, a khaki midi skirt, and a black croc‑skin Hermès Birkin bag. The Birkin, one of the rarest styles in her extensive collection, commands...
By InStyle
News•Mar 6, 2026
Forum Members Review the ‘Repetitive’ Fall 2026 Saint Laurent Collection From Anthony Vaccarello
The Fall 2026 Saint Laurent runway, staged at Paris’s Trocadéro Fountain beneath an illuminated Eiffel Tower, was helmed by creative director Anthony Vaccarello. The show leaned heavily on the house’s heritage, re‑interpreting the 1966 “Le Smoking” jacket and pairing it...
By The Fashion Spot
Podcast•Mar 6, 2026•0 min
Pete Nordstrom on the Enduring Power of Retail’s ‘Best Mousetrap’
Nordstrom celebrated its 125th anniversary as a $16 billion retailer, having evolved from a Seattle shoe store into a full‑line department chain. In 2023 the Nordstrom family partnered with Mexico’s Liverpool to take the company private, giving it greater speed and...
By The Business of Fashion Podcast (Spotify landing)
News•Mar 6, 2026
LVMH Métiers D’Art Has a New CEO
LVMH Métiers d’Art announced Yves Cauchon as its new chief executive, effective immediately. Cauchon, a longtime LVMH veteran and former chief operating officer at Chloé, replaces Matteo De Rosa after a four‑year tenure. He will oversee the preservation of artisanal...
By WWD (Women’s Wear Daily) – Fashion
News•Mar 6, 2026
Farewell to Christian Astuguevieille, a Genius of the Olfactory Arts
Christian Astuguevieille, the Paris‑born “genius of the olfactory arts,” blended sculpture, design, and fragrance to create sensory experiences that defied conventional utility. His rope‑wrapped furniture, rope‑bound porcelain figures, and concept perfumes for Comme des Garçons reshaped how objects and scents...
By FashionNetwork (Worldwide)
News•Mar 6, 2026
German Sustainability Code Expands Digital Tool
The German Sustainability Code (DKN) has broadened its free digital platform, originally launched in 2011, to better support corporate sustainability reporting across multiple industries, including textiles. The upgraded tool now offers expanded functionalities such as sector‑specific templates and real‑time data...
By Ecotextile News
News•Mar 6, 2026
Tory Burch and the Explorers Club Introduce ‘Women in Exploration’ Patch With New Capsule
Fashion label Tory Burch has launched a limited‑edition capsule in collaboration with The Explorers Club, featuring a newly designed “Women in Exploration” patch. The collection includes recycled‑nylon belt bags, baseball caps and a tech‑canvas jacket, priced between $90 and $595, and...
By WWD (Women’s Wear Daily) – Fashion
News•Mar 6, 2026
Greenpeace Says Shein Is Still Selling Contaminated Clothing Despite Warnings
Greenpeace alleges that Shein continues to sell clothing contaminated with hazardous chemicals despite a November 2025 warning. An analysis by the Bremen Environmental Institute in January 2026 found 25 of 31 tested garments exceeded European chemical limits, some by large...
By FashionNetwork (Worldwide)
News•Mar 6, 2026
A Look at Disney’s Best Streetwear Collabs
Disney’s iconic characters have become a mainstay in streetwear, with collaborations spanning from 1990s Iceberg sweaters to the 2026 Blackpink capsule. The brand’s partnership strategy intensified after Bobby Kim became Global Creative Director in 2025, producing high‑profile drops with Supreme,...
By Complex – Style
News•Mar 6, 2026
Von Dutch Plots U.S. Comeback Under WSG Brands
Von Dutch, the early‑2000s celebrity‑driven label, has been relaunched in the United States after its 2024 acquisition by brand‑development firm WSG Brands. WSG has rebuilt the brand’s infrastructure, expanded wholesale and direct‑to‑consumer channels, and secured high‑visibility collaborations with Gen Z influencers....
By Sourcing Journal
News•Mar 6, 2026
Chartreuse Is Fashion’s Boldest Color Move This Spring
Chartreuse has emerged as the defining color for Spring 2026, appearing on runways from Prada to Balenciaga. Its high‑voltage yellow‑green tone is presented as both a bold statement and a versatile wardrobe staple. The article offers practical styling advice, showing how...
By Harper’s Bazaar
News•Mar 6, 2026
Can Fashion Stop Wasting So Much Water?
Fashion is intensifying its search for climate solutions, highlighted by Tapestry’s new carbon‑removal partnership and a wave of textile‑to‑textile recycling initiatives. Swedish recycler Circulose has restarted its plant and secured brand partners such as Reformation and C&A, while consumer interest...
By The Business of Fashion
News•Mar 6, 2026
Air Jordan 14 “University Blue”
Jordan Brand announced the return of the Air Jordan 14 “University Blue” for 2026. The retro sneaker keeps the original’s all‑black upper while adding university‑blue and silver accents, along with the iconic Ferrari‑inspired insignia. It will launch on March 21, 2026 through SNKRS and...
By Nice Kicks
News•Mar 6, 2026
Loewe Fall 2026 Shoes: A Kitten Heel Swim Shoe Takes Over the Runway
Loewe’s creative directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez unveiled their Fall 2026 shoe collection at Paris Fashion Week, headlined by a swim‑style shoe with a sculpted kitten heel. The silhouette features a wide toe, ankle strap and comes in bright hues...
By Footwear News
News•Mar 6, 2026
Olivia Rodrigo Goes Full French School Girl in Knee-High Socks
Olivia Rodrigo stepped out in Paris wearing a black lace mini dress paired with white thigh‑high socks and platform Mary Jane heels, channeling a French schoolgirl vibe. Earlier that day she attended Chloé’s runway in a boho‑inspired pink sundress and...
By W Magazine
News•Mar 6, 2026
Consumer Pressures Are Driving Footwear Sales at These Two Channels
Consumers facing tighter budgets are turning to thrift stores and warehouse clubs for footwear, driving notable sales growth in both channels. Middle‑income and younger shoppers seek unique, affordable sneakers, while weight‑loss drugs like GLP‑1 have spurred size changes and increased...
By Footwear News
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News•Mar 6, 2026
Blame Bridgerton and Wuthering Heights For the Lace Tights Comeback–Here’s How to Wear Them
Fashion’s latest resurgence sees lace tights stepping back into the spotlight, driven by period‑drama hits like *Bridgerton* and *Wuthering Heights*. Influencers and celebrities such as Kendall Jenner and Taylor Swift have amplified the trend, prompting designers to showcase the fabric across...
By InStyle
News•Mar 6, 2026
Turbulent Insight Into Textile Fibre Shedding
Scientists from Chile and the UK have created a laboratory method that captures real‑time movement and deformation of individual textile fibres under washing‑like conditions. The technique reveals how yarn design, fabric structure and wash parameters affect fibre shedding. Tests show...
By Ecotextile News
News•Mar 6, 2026
Tiger Print Is All Grown Up Now
Tiger print has re‑emerged as a 2026 fashion staple, appearing on runway collections from Gucci, Chanel, and Alaïa. Celebrities such as Kendall Jenner, Rihanna and Dua Lipa have amplified the trend by wearing tiger‑striped dresses, coats and accessories on high‑profile events....
By Harper’s Bazaar
News•Mar 6, 2026
Kobe Bryant’s First Post-Retirement Sneaker Is Coming Back This Year With Upgrades
Nike will re‑release the Kobe AD Protro “Ruthless Precision” sneaker this holiday season, bringing back the 2016 metallic‑grey colourway with upgraded materials. The refreshed model is expected to feature modern Cushlon 3.0 foam, replacing the original Lunarlon and Zoom Air construction....
By Footwear News
News•Mar 6, 2026
2026 Is the Year of the Costume Designer
Costume design has moved from background detail to a headline driver of fashion, with films like *Wuthering Heights* and *Marty Supreme* sparking street‑style trends and high‑priced merch. Designers such as Jacqueline Durran, Ruth E. Carter and Miyako Bellizzi are gaining...
By The Face
News•Mar 6, 2026
Timberland 6-Inch Waterproof Boot in Rust: How to Buy
Timberland has launched its iconic 6‑Inch Waterproof Boot in a new rust colorway, now sold through Complex. The boot retains its premium waterproof leather construction, padded collar, and rugged sole that have made it a streetwear staple since the 1990s....
By Complex – Style
Blog•Mar 6, 2026
Ryan Gosling Wore Gucci On The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Ryan Gosling appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to promote his upcoming sci‑fi film Project Hail Mary. He dressed in a Gucci double‑breasted wool‑cashmere jacket, signaling his continued allegiance to the Italian fashion house despite recent creative‑director changes....
By Red Carpet Fashion Awards
News•Mar 6, 2026
Julia Garner’s Wide-Open Bag Is Practically a Pickpocket Invitation
Julia Garner arrived at the Loewe Fall 2026 runway in Paris wearing a deliberately open mini Amazona bag, turning the accessory into a visual focal point. The bag, reissued by new creative directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, is designed to hang loosely...
By W Magazine
News•Mar 6, 2026
Drapers Conscious Fashion Manifesto – Make Your Voice Heard
Drapers has published a Conscious Fashion Manifesto urging the UK government to provide clearer sustainability regulations, financial incentives and stronger recycling infrastructure for the fashion retail sector. The manifesto highlights the industry’s £62 bn annual contribution to the economy, 1.3 million jobs...
By Drapers
News•Mar 6, 2026
Gap Is an Editor Favorite for Spring Staples—Here's Every Under-$75 Item in My Cart From Its 40%-Off Sale
Gap is running a 40% off spring staple sale through March 10, featuring a curated selection of tops, denim and underwear all priced under $75. The promotion highlights affordable essentials such as oversized sweaters for $60, modern T‑shirts for $17, and...
By Who What Wear
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News•Mar 6, 2026
Emily Ratajkowski Goes Topless With a Cardigan Strategically Tied Around Her Shoulders
Emily Ratajkowski arrived at Loewe's Fall/Winter 2026‑27 Paris Fashion Week show wearing only a navy sweater knotted around her shoulders, leaving her torso exposed. The daring look built on the sweater‑tied‑around‑shoulders trend but pushed it to an extreme, generating immediate...
By InStyle
News•Mar 6, 2026
Nike Could Be One Step Closer to Converse Sale as Swoosh Reveals $300 Million in Restructuring Costs
Nike disclosed roughly $300 million in pre‑tax restructuring charges for the nine months ending Feb. 28, driven largely by severance costs and the consolidation of U.S. distribution centers that eliminated nearly 800 jobs. The filing references "exit or disposal activities," fueling analyst...
By Footwear News
News•Mar 6, 2026
Ranking All of Supreme's Nike Collaborations, From Worst to Best
Supreme’s partnership with Nike, launched in 2002 with the SB Dunk Low, has produced a sprawling catalogue of sneakers that range from cult classics to forgettable releases. Early drops like the 2004 Air Foamposite One ignited massive resale hype, while...
By Complex – Style
News•Mar 6, 2026
Non-Sun Sunglasses: Sport-Fashion Fusion Accessory Goes Mainstream
Despite record rain in the UK, sales of “non‑sun sunglasses” are booming. These shield‑style frames with barely‑tinted, often photochromic lenses were originally designed for runners and cyclists but are now featured on catwalks and mass retailers, with prices from £20...
By The Guardian – Fashion