Today's Fashion Pulse
ASOS taps former Stella McCartney visual lead as Creative Director
The online fashion retailer ASOS has named the ex‑visual lead of Stella McCartney to head its creative direction, signaling a fresh design push.
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‘How Do I Wear Culottes Without Looking Like Adam Sandler?’
Fashion editor Hanna Flanagan breaks down the culotte resurgence, offering concrete styling routes for the extra‑long shorts now flooding boutiques. She distinguishes a relaxed, surfer‑inspired "Margot Robbie" look from a more structured, trouser‑like silhouette, and provides fit advice for different body proportions. Footwear recommendations focus on pointed‑toe options to lengthen the leg line, while belts, drawstrings or tucks add waist definition. The piece also lists specific product examples, guiding shoppers toward purchases that balance comfort and polish.
Lacoste Bets on Heritage to Sharpen Premium Identity
French apparel house Lacoste, owned by MF Brands, is launching a comprehensive visual overhaul that revives its 1930s heritage. The new identity, created with Commission Studio, emphasizes the original crocodile logo with a red tongue and a deeper green, alongside...
Kenneth Cole and Larroudé Unite on Mental Health-Inspired Collection Featuring Three Summer Silhouettes
Kenneth Cole Productions and designer Marina Larroudé have launched a limited‑edition spring footwear capsule called “The Mindful Collection.” The line features three summer silhouettes—a clog, sandal and mule—crafted in croc‑embossed oak, patent, napa ivory and maya blue with gold hardware....
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Oprah and Martha Stewart Gave Us the Blueprint for How to Wear White This Spring—Shop Styles From $16
White has emerged as the defining color of spring 2026, with Oprah, Martha Stewart and other A‑list stars showcasing the hue in everyday looks. InStyle highlights a curated list of white pieces from affordable brand Quince, with items starting at...
This Is How Petite Girls Are Wearing 2026's Tall-Girl-Favorite Shorts Trend
Denim Bermuda shorts have resurfaced this spring, with low‑rise versions gaining traction among petite consumers. Actress Sadie Sink, 5’3”, was photographed in London wearing baggy, distressed denim Bermuda shorts paired with a black zip‑up hoodie and Miu Miu ballerina flats. The low‑rise...
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I Found Breezy Linen Pants to Replace My Stiff Jeans This Summer—And They're All Under $40
Amazon offers a selection of lightweight linen pants under $40, positioning them as a breezy alternative to denim for spring and summer. The roundup highlights six styles, including palazzo, wide‑leg, drawstring, and dressier options, with prices ranging from $27 to...
Q1 Lyst Index: Blazy, Demna and Anderson Drive Chanel, Gucci, and Dior Higher
Lyst unveiled its evolved Q1 Index, built on the Desire, Demand and Discovery framework that incorporates AI‑driven search and creator ecosystems. Chanel surged to the top spot and entered the Top 20 for the first time, while Saint Laurent, Dior and Miu Miu...
CNN FlashDoc "Behind the Bob: Vogue's Anna Wintour" Now Streaming on CNN App
CNN announced the launch of its latest FlashDoc, "Behind the Bob: Vogue’s Anna Wintour," now streaming on CNN.com/Watch and the CNN app. The hour‑long documentary will also air live on CNN Sunday, May 3 at 8 p.m. ET, strategically timed a day...
Introducing Knitwear Brand Alpaca Apparel, Drapers’ One to Watch
Alpaca Apparel, a UK women’s knitwear label, was named Drapers' One to Watch at the Conscious Fashion Awards. Founder Claire Turner said the accolade validates the brand’s sustainable, low‑volume approach. She called for more UK fibre‑processing incentives to support ethical...
How to Layer Knits Like a Pro: The Secret to Staying Warm without the Bulk
Fashion writer Damien Woolnough explains how to layer knitwear for warmth without bulk, using the Duchess of Sussex’s recent Melbourne outfit as a case study. He highlights sleeveless merino and cashmere vests as versatile base layers that keep the core...
How Kate Middleton’s Wedding Hairstyle Broke Royal Protocol
Kate Middleton’s 2011 wedding introduced a demi‑chignon half‑up, half‑down hairstyle that broke the long‑standing royal rule of a full up‑do. Styled by James Pryce and Richard Ward, the look combined sleek front pins with loose, glossy curls cascading down her...
New Balance’s Ridiculously Cozy Dad Clog Has UGG Flavor
New Balance introduced the Rover clog, a hybrid of suede uppers, buckles, and a stacked cushioned sole that evokes Birkenstock’s Boston clog and UGG’s comfort aesthetic. Priced at roughly $100, the shoe launched as an overseas‑exclusive and quickly sold out...
Adidas’ Sweet Vanilla-Flavored Loafer Is a Dressy Dessert
Adidas has introduced a new colorway of its Handball Spezial loafer called “Warm Vanilla.” The shoe swaps the traditional suede upper for a glossy vanilla‑colored leather, retaining the sneaker‑inspired rubber sole and gilded Trefoil logo. Priced around $140, it is...
Banana Moon Banks on Pop-Ups to Roll Out Its Colourful Swimwear Range
Banana Moon, the Monaco‑based swimwear label, is expanding its colourful range through agile pop‑up stores, leveraging a network of over 2,500 retailers and 40 own points of sale. The brand keeps production in the Mediterranean, prioritising European, especially Italian, materials and...
In Olive Green, Nike's Zippered Air Max Is Earth-Toned Perfection
Nike has re‑issued its Air Max 95 Zip in a new “Medium Olive” colorway, slated for a summer 2024 drop on the brand’s website at roughly $210. The sneaker swaps the original suede upper for buttery‑soft leather and adds breathable mesh...
Louis Vuitton Debuts Temporary Monogram Hotel in London’s Mayfair
Louis Vuitton has launched a pop‑up Monogram Hotel in London’s Mayfair, open from April 24 to June 21 at 28 Berkeley Square. The temporary townhouse celebrates the brand’s 130th anniversary and turns iconic luggage designs into immersive hospitality spaces.
Loose, Pleated Shorts Just Above Knee Are Ideal
LETS TALK SHORTS: IMO they should fit loose (why anyone would want a slim fit short is beyond me) and I personally love a pleat. Length wise, just above the knee is ideal. Here are 4 great pairs - Aaron...
Chanel Stages a Met Gala Curtain Raiser
Chanel kicked off its spring‑summer cruise collection in Biarritz, the town where Coco Chanel opened her first shop in 1915. The runway celebrated the 100th anniversary of the iconic Little Black Dress, with artistic director Matthieu Blazy positioning it as...
The Two Sides of Julia Fox
Julia Fox made headlines at the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation New York Dinner, juxtaposing a classic, tasteful outfit with a bold, avant‑garde accessory that resembled a sideways bow. The look generated a flurry of social‑media commentary, with many noting the...
Demna Gvasalia Reopens Renovated Palazzo Gucci in Florence, Merging Heritage with Modern Luxury
Demna Gvasalia, Gucci's artistic director, inaugurated the renovated Palazzo Gucci in Florence, unveiling new exhibition spaces, a boutique, and an Osteria by Massimo Bottura. The reopening underscores Gucci's strategy to fuse heritage with modern branding, positioning the site as a...
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Jane Fonda, 88, and Kendall Jenner, 30, Cosigned These Ageless Spring Shoes I’m Seeing Everywhere Right Now
Glove‑style heels are dominating spring footwear, praised by icons Jane Fonda and Kendall Jenner. The high‑vamp, glove‑fit design offers a sleek silhouette that works on red‑carpet gowns and casual jeans alike. Retailers from Zara to Everlane showcase seven curated options...
This Little Piggy Went to Chanel
Chanel’s creative director Matthieu Blazy debuted a daring footwear concept at the Cruise 2026/27 show in Biarritz. The runway featured half‑finished sandals in gold, silver and black that discard roughly three‑quarters of the sole, leaving most of the foot in direct contact...
Tetiana Kibkalo: Today, a Master Is Not Just Skillful Hands, but a Clear Position
Tetiana Kibkalo, a Ukrainian master tailor with two decades of experience, stresses that timeless craftsmanship outweighs fleeting fashion trends. She argues that a deep understanding of construction lets designers adapt without losing identity, while clients now demand personalized guidance amid...
The Luxury Marauders Take Milan
The 64th Salone del Mobile in Milan saw luxury fashion brands and high‑end lifestyle names dominate the traditionally furniture‑focused event. Designers and retailers showcased handbags, couture accessories, and six‑figure sofas, turning the fair into a broader luxury spectacle. Organizers noted...
Alessandro Michele Unveils Limited‑Edition ‘Specula Mundi’ Book at LA Event
Valentino’s creative director Alessandro Michele and CEO Riccardo Bellini introduced a limited‑edition ‘Specula Mundi’ book at a cocktail event in Los Angeles, tying the spring 2026 couture collection to a 260‑page visual narrative. The 1,500‑copy volume, priced at $350, will...
The Flats Report
The Strategist’s "The Flats Report" surveys more than a dozen fashion insiders to rank the most versatile ballet‑style flats on the market. Classics like Everlane’s Day Glove and Repetto’s Cendrillon sit alongside newer entries such as Alex Mill’s Prince Street and...
The Surrey’s Met Gala Countdown Is On
The Surrey, Corinthia Hotels’ first North American flagship, is fine‑tuning its Met Gala operations six days before the event. After a chaotic debut that turned the Madison Avenue lobby into an A‑list traffic jam, managing director Pradeep Raman has instituted...
The 10 Best Water-Repellant Trail Sneakers for Men
The article lists the ten best water‑repellent trail sneakers for men, blending performance and style. It notes the shift from purely functional outdoor gear to fashionable "gorpcore" footwear, citing brands like Salomon, On, and The North Face. Each model is...
Matthieu Blazy Anchors Chanel Cruise in Biarritz
Matthieu Blazy unveiled his inaugural cruise collection for Chanel in a seaside salon overlooking Biarritz, marking his first major runway for the luxury house. The show highlighted the collection’s extended retail life, a hallmark of Chanel's cruise line, though boutiques...
Does Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz’s Shared Ballet Flat Obsession Point to Their Style Chemistry?
Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz, now reportedly engaged, have both made ballet flats a signature element of their public wardrobes. Styles has been spotted in Dior, Chanel and Goddard flats on album covers and award shows, while Kravitz favors Mansur Gavriel...
Chanel Cruise 2027’s Boldest Shoe Was Almost Not a Shoe at All
Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel Cruise 2027 collection redefines the house’s iconic cap‑toe, turning it into ultra‑minimalist ankle straps and bold heel caps. The runway in Biarritz showcased metallic gold and silver sandals, tiger‑stripe thigh‑high boots, and rubberised footwear that blend sport‑wear sensibility...
Everyone Is Doing It Raw Again
Raw denim has made a 2026 comeback, driven by TikTok’s viral culture and a new generation of consumers who missed the original 2010‑2012 hype. The trend blends classic Japanese‑made slim cuts with emerging baggy, flared and low‑rise silhouettes offered by...
Future Fabrics Expo to Switch Cities, Trumpet All Things Green in Brussels
Future Fabrics Expo, the premier sustainable‑fashion showcase, will move from London to the Brussels Exhibition Centre on June 24‑25, 2026. The two‑day event will host more than 100 exhibitors across 36,000 sq ft, displaying roughly 5,000 innovative textiles, footwear and interior materials. Highlights...
Nike’s Wonderfully Textural Dad Shoe Is an N7 Gem
Nike has added the P-6000 "Dusty Peach" sneaker to its N7 collection, delivering a dad‑shoe silhouette with textured, indigenous‑inspired patterns. The design features rust‑orange suede overlays, cream mesh underlays, and woven details on the upper and laces. Proceeds from the...
Melania Trump’s Python Heels Reappear for White House Ceremony
Melania Trump stepped onto the White House South Lawn in her signature ivory python‑leather Manolo Blahnik BB pumps during the State Arrival Ceremony for King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s visit. The four‑inch stiletto, a design dating to 2008, was paired with a Ralph Lauren...
A$AP Rocky Will Give Chanel Ballet Flats From Matthieu Blazy to Daughter Rocki
A$AP Rocky received a pink Chanel bag with matching ballet flats from creative director Matthieu Blazy, showcased at Chanel’s 2027 resort show in Biarritz. He announced he will give the shoes to his newborn daughter, Rocki Irish, the couple’s first girl. The...
Blackstock & Weber Shutters NYC Flagship as Realities of Being a Retailer Set In
Blackstock & Weber announced the closure of its New York flagship after just two years, citing the harsh realities of brick‑and‑mortar retail. Founder Chris Echevarria reflected that the brand’s storytelling succeeded, but the inventory‑heavy store model strained resources. The 600‑square‑foot...
By Giving Its New Dad Shoe Some Bite, ASICS Sets an Elderly Pace
ASICS has partnered with Felipe Matayoshi’s PACE label to relaunch the Gel‑Kayano 12.1 as a fashion‑forward “dad shoe.” The sneaker blends a breathable gray mesh upper with glossy black tiger‑stripe accents and reptile‑embossed toe and heel panels, giving the classic runner a...
Comme Des Garçons Homme Plus: “Let’s Get Out of the Black Hole”
Comme des Garçons Homme Plus unveiled its Autumn/Winter 2026 collection, titled “Out of Black Hole,” in a striking editorial photographed by Keizo Kitajima for Another Man. The spread features 16 images that blend deconstructed tailoring with futuristic, reflective materials, evoking...
Loewe Opens Flagship Store at The Shops at Crystals in Las Vegas
Spanish luxury house Loewe, part of LVMH, opened its second Las Vegas boutique at The Shops at Crystals, offering a full women’s and men’s lineup. The store follows the brand’s Casa Loewe design language and showcases curated art, underscoring Las...
Nicole Kidman's Backless Black Dress Is Practically Magic
Nicole Kidman turned heads at Chanel’s Cruise show in Biarritz, France, wearing a calf‑length, long‑sleeve black dress with a daring backless cut and a feather‑trimmed cowl neckline. The look was accentuated by oversized oval sunglasses, a pale‑blue Chanel purse, diamond...
What’s Trending In British Luxury News? April 2026
British luxury brands announced several high‑profile collaborations and heritage‑focused collections in April 2026. Burberry teamed with technical‑fabric specialist Hunza G to launch a limited‑edition swimwear capsule featuring the iconic check and crinkled fabric. Paul Smith released the “Made in British...
Tessa Thompson Wore Balenciaga To The ‘Is God Is’ New York Premiere
Tessa Thompson, also a producer of the sci‑fi drama *Is God Is*, arrived at the New York premiere in a Balenciaga Fall 2026 ensemble. The look featured a striking one‑sleeve embellished top and asymmetrical detailing, paired with gloves that echoed...
Must Read: Edward Enninful to Curate a Fashion Exhibit, A Look at Phoebe Philo's Booming Business
Edward Enninful will curate Tate Britain’s new exhibition “The 90s: Art and Fashion,” opening this fall and featuring works by Alexander McQueen, Juergen Teller and Hussein Chalayan. Phoebe Philo’s label, now generating over $30 million in annual revenue, is expanding through MyTheresa and a...
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The Micro Bob Is the Bold Haircut That Channels Main Character Energy
The micro bob, an ultra‑short bob that lands between the cheekbones and jawline, is the latest hair‑trend dominating runways and social feeds. Originating from 1920s flapper icon Louise Brooks, the cut has been revived by designers like Miu Miu and Prada...
Shaftesbury Capital Adds Horatio and De La Vali to Adjacent Soho Spaces
Shaftesbury Capital has secured two adjacent retail spaces on Soho’s Marshall Street, welcoming independent footwear label Horatio and converting De La Vali’s pop‑up into a permanent store. Horatio occupies an 800 sq ft showroom featuring its signature loafers, laced shoes and unisex apparel, while...
Sarah Pidgeon Wore Givenchy by Sarah Burton To The Walt Disney Company’s Emmy Season Toast to TV
Sarah Pidgeon stepped onto the Disney Emmy Season Toast to TV red carpet in Los Angeles wearing a black bow dress from Givenchy by Sarah Burton’s 2026 pre‑fall line. The coated‑knit gown mimics leather while remaining flexible, and she paired...
“Mistakes Are Good”: Kim Gordon and Simone Bellotti in Conversation
Kim Gordon and Jil Sander’s creative director Simone Bellotti sit down for a candid conversation in Another Man’s Summer/Autumn 2026 issue. Gordon argues that mistakes are essential fuel for artistic growth, while Bellotti describes his second Jil Sander collection as a...
Amal Clooney Wore Balenciaga To The 2026 Chaplin Award Gala
The 2026 Chaplin Award Gala in New York honored George Clooney, with his wife Amal Clooney making a striking appearance. Amal stepped out in Balenciaga’s Spring 2026 off‑the‑shoulder mini, a departure from her usual floor‑length gowns. The look was accented with...
New Balance’s Moodiest Dad Shoe Is a Sultry Suede Statement
New Balance introduced the TF100 “Dark Brown” dad shoe, a blend of soft suede side panels and black mesh strips that give the silhouette a muted yet upscale look. The model sits on a chunky FuelCell midsole, delivering the brand’s...