Valentino Garavani Unveils Rome-Set Campaign for Alessandro Michele’s Rockstud Pumps
Valentino Garavani launched a Rome‑set campaign to promote Alessandro Michele’s newly reimagined Rockstud pumps, part of the pre‑fall 2026 collection. The visuals, shot by Johnny Dufort and directed by Shayne Laverdiere, follow model Libby Taverner wandering marble‑lined streets, highlighting the shoe’s caged heel, platinum toe, red insole and two heel heights (100 mm and 40 mm). Michele, who joined Valentino in 2024, deliberately delayed reviving the iconic 2010 Rockstud to ensure a thoughtful reinterpretation. The pumps are now available worldwide through Valentino boutiques and the brand’s website.
MLB X Nike Air Max 1 City Connect “Atlanta Braves” May Release Date & Info
Nike and Major League Baseball are teaming up for a City Connect edition of the Air Max 1, honoring the Atlanta Braves. The sneaker, style IQ2932‑100, blends white with Hyper Royal, Dark Powder Blue and Speed Red accents, mirroring the team’s...
Don’t Sleep on Aerie Activewear
Aerie’s new Offline activewear line offers loungewear‑inspired pieces at prices far below premium competitors like Lululemon and Alo. The collection includes high‑waisted leggings, longline sports bras, wide‑leg trousers, and playful tops, all priced between $15 and $56. Designed for low‑impact...
Podiatric Surgeon Marion Parke Winds Down Namesake Shoe Brand
Marion Parke, a podiatric surgeon turned footwear designer, is closing her ten‑year‑old luxury shoe brand. The label, known for medically‑grade comfort and Italian craftsmanship, saw a 40% sales jump in 2025 and an 80% year‑to‑date increase in 2026. Despite this...
Must Read: Marion Parke Is Shutting Down, Nike Sued in Class Action Over Tariff Refunds
Fashion headlines this week include the closure of footwear label Marion Parke after a decade, a consumer class‑action lawsuit against Nike over tariff‑related price increases, and strategic moves by luxury houses. Tiffany & CFDA announced a $25,000 scholarship and internship for emerging...
Olivia Rodrigo’s Babydoll Dress Is Causing a Stir
Olivia Rodrigo headlined a Spotify concert in Barcelona, celebrating nine of her songs that have each surpassed one billion streams. During the performance she wore a Génération 78 babydoll dress with barely visible lace bloomers, prompting a wave of online criticism...
Hit or Miss: Who Has the Best Men’s Suits on the High Street?
Drapers sent mystery shoppers to eight high‑street retailers – John Lewis, Marks & Spencer, Next, TM Lwein, Moss, Hawes & Curtis, Charles Tyrwhitt and Reiss – to evaluate the fit, fabric, price and overall value of their men’s suits. The test revealed that Charles Tyrwhitt and TM Lwein lead...
Streetwear Brand Sundae School's New Chinatown Store Offers Visitors a 'Mental Vacation'
Sundae School, the Korean‑inspired streetwear label founded by Dae Lim, opened its first brick‑and‑mortar shop in Manhattan’s Chinatown. The 500‑square‑foot space, designed like a traditional Korean Buddhist temple, features pastel pink curtains, metal pillars and a calming aesthetic. The store...
The Scoop: Gap CEO Connects Brand’s Cultural Relevance with Concrete Turnaround Goals
Gap CEO Richard Dickson says the company’s turnaround now hinges on cultural relevance rather than pure operational fixes. He has brought designer Zac Posen on board, dressed Kendall Jenner at the Met Gala, and hired a chief entertainment officer to produce content...
Answering the Quintessential Loafer Lover's Question: Weejuns or Sebago?
The article compares G.H. Bass Weejuns and Sebago Dan loafers, two classic moccasin‑style shoes priced around $200 each. While both feature leather uppers and soles, the Weejuns have a longer vamp, pronounced stitching and a slimmer silhouette that requires a...
This Vans-Obsessed Photographer Rescued a Forgotten Sneaker (EXCLUSIVE)
Julian Klincewicz, a photographer‑director known for luxury collaborations, has partnered with Vans' OT & W (OTW) imprint to resurrect the brand’s forgotten Style 31 sneaker. The project delivers one‑of‑one colorways inspired by early‑2000s Southern‑California skate culture, featuring a multi‑layered heel scab that shifts...
Antwerp Six? More Like Tokyo Four...
Tokyo’s new wave of menswear designers is gaining global recognition, highlighted by Mr Porter’s recent feature on four standout brands. AURALEE, Ssstein, Kaptain Sunshine and A.Presse each prioritize fabric composition, wearability and understated aesthetics, delivering pieces that blend heritage craftsmanship...
Wearable Maximalism Is 2026’s Most Rebellious Make-Up Trend. Here’s Why…
Wearable maximalism has erupted as 2026’s most rebellious makeup movement, featuring neon eyeliners, blue mascara and vivid green shadows. The trend directly challenges the “clean girl” aesthetic that dominated the early 2020s, positioning bold color as a visual protest against...
JW Anderson’s Surprise Sneaker Collab Has Been a Long Time Coming (EXCLUSIVE)
British designer Jonathan Anderson’s label JW Anderson has teamed with Italian sportswear veteran Diadora to revive the brand’s classic Equipe runner as a high‑fashion sneaker. The shoe features color‑blocked suede panels and the label’s signature off‑beat aesthetic, marking JW Anderson’s first sneaker...
What Can I Do About See-Through White Pants?
White pants are a summer staple, but lightweight fabrics often become see‑through, exposing pockets and underwear. Vogue’s sustainability editor Tonne Goodman advises choosing heavier materials such as denim or opting for nude‑tone pocket linings, while designer Daniella Kallmeyer recommends viscose...
Target’s AI Trend Brain Speeds up Apparel Trend Forecasting
Target is piloting its AI Trend Brain tool to accelerate apparel trend forecasting, initially rolling it out to designers of its private‑label brands such as Wild Fable and Universal Thread. The system ingests social‑media posts, runway imagery and purchasing data...
Matilde Faria Mourinho Felix On Her Personal Style Rules
Matilde Faria Mourinho Felix, founder of sustainable jewellery brand Matilde, outlines her personal style philosophy rooted in understated elegance. Since launching in 2020, her label has focused on recycled gold and lab‑grown diamonds, positioning itself within the “quiet luxury” segment....
Pokémon Co. And Uniqlo Team up for 30th Anniversary T-Shirt Collab (UPDATE)
Pokémon Co. and Uniqlo are releasing a new line of graphic t‑shirts in Japan to mark the franchise’s 30th anniversary. The first wave, debuting early 2026, features ten designs—five for adults and five for kids—drawn from Ken Sugimori’s original Red/Blue artwork....
Can Marc Jacobs Beauty Turn Cult Cool Into Mainstream Success?
Marc Jacobs Beauty, dormant since 2021, is set to relaunch under Coty after a fresh licensing deal. The brand, once a cult favorite with products like Velvet Noir mascara, generated roughly $20 million in 2017 but never achieved mass‑market scale. Coty...
EXCLUSIVE: Louis Vuitton Taps Skateboarder Tyshawn Jones for Men’s Pre-Fall Campaign
Louis Vuitton has named skateboard legend Tyshawn Jones as the face of its men’s pre‑fall campaign, debuting on Monday across print and digital channels. The collection, overseen by creative director Pharrell Williams, blends summer‑ready linen suiting, patchwork denim, and skate‑inspired...
100 Years Later, the ‘Little Black Dress’ Still Rules Fashion
Coco Chanel’s 1926 introduction of the little black dress (LBD) created a democratic, timeless silhouette that has endured for a century. The simple, calf‑length design was hailed as “Chanel’s Ford,” offering practicality and style across social classes. Over the decades...
1 Month in, Abercrombie’s Test with Sperry Proves the Potential of A&F Footwear
Abercrombie & Fitch’s month‑old Sperry collaboration is being hailed as a proof point that footwear can fuel its growth agenda. The capsule, launched April 9, features seven apparel pieces and five shoe styles priced $55‑$150, sold primarily online with limited in‑store availability....
Jennifer Lopez Brings Back Clear Femme LA Mules at Kevin Hart’s Netflix Roast
Jennifer Lopez returned to the red carpet in transparent Femme LA mules at Netflix’s “The Roast of Kevin Hart” in Los Angeles. The backless, peep‑toe shoes feature a nude suede‑like sole, a 120 mm stiletto heel, and a gauzy plexiglass upper that...
How To Cop The Newest Nike Air Force 1 Low “Knicks” Release
Nike has launched a limited‑edition Air Force 1 Low Retro PRM “Knicks” at its SoHo flagship, timed with the New York Knicks’ 4‑0 sweep of the Philadelphia 76ers. The sneaker features a tumbled orange leather upper, oversized navy swoosh, orange...
Tati Gabrielle Frames an Oil-Slick Pedicure With Black Ankle Wrap Sandals at Gold Gala
Tati Gabrielle turned heads at Gold House’s fifth annual Gold Gala in Los Angeles by pairing a black suede‑effect stiletto sandal with an X‑shaped ankle wrap and a beetle‑green metallic pedicure. The sandals featured a single toe band, narrow sole,...
Vogue Brings Vintage Market to Australian Fashion Week with eBay
Vogue Australia is debuting its internationally‑launched Vogue Vintage Market at Australian Fashion Week on 15 May, with eBay Australia as the presenting partner. The one‑day pop‑up will feature curated pre‑owned, archival and designer pieces sourced from eBay, Vogue editors and industry...
Halsey and Fiancé Avan Jogia Coordinate in Rahul Mishra Couture at Gold Gala
Halsey and her fiancé Avan Jogia turned heads at Los Angeles’ Gold House Gala by wearing coordinated pieces from Indian designer Rahul Mishra’s spring‑2024 couture collection. Halsey stepped out in look 30—a sheer blush‑toned tulle gown with crystal‑embellished insect motifs that...
EXCLUSIVE: Bai Lu Promoted to Jimmy Choo Global Brand Ambassador, Fronts Fragrance Campaign
Jimmy Choo has promoted Chinese actress Bai Lu from Asia‑Pacific to global brand ambassador, making her the face of its fragrance portfolio. The move expands her role beyond footwear to include scents like “I Want Choo” and “Jimmy Choo Floral.” Bai Lu joins fellow Chinese star Wang Yibo,...
Priyanka Chopra Jonas Accepts Gold House Honor in Reimagined Chikankari Couture
Priyanka Chopra Jonas received the Global Vanguard Honor at Gold House’s fifth annual Gold Gala in Los Angeles, showcasing a custom white‑sari‑inspired gown by Amit Aggarwal. The dress reimagines a two‑decade‑old chikankari sari, merging Lucknow’s fine whitework with Aggarwal’s sculptural surface language. Styled...
Spotlight on Initiatives by Levi’s, Marine Serre and EA7 Emporio
Levi Strauss & Co., fresh off a $6.4 billion 2024, launched its Spring/Summer 2026 Workwear line, reviving carpenter and Hawaiian‑inspired fabrics with lighter, worn‑in finishes. French designer Marine Serre partnered with the Louvre to release a three‑piece, upcycled capsule that reimagines the...
The Adidas Samba Slip-On Is a Luxurious Summer Treat for the Feet
Adidas has transformed its iconic Samba sneaker into the Samba Mule, a backless slip‑on that retains the classic leather and woven upper, flat rubber sole, and T‑toe detail. The new model arrives in off‑white, brown, and indigo, targeting summer‑ready consumers...
Nike’s Techiest Air Max Rides a Different Wave
Nike has reimagined its iconic Air Max 95 with the Big Bubble Tech edition, swapping the classic stacked upper for a sleek mesh construction and streamlined swirly lines. The redesign introduces a futuristic aesthetic while retaining the signature Air Max cushioning....
These Wildly Patched-Up Vans Sneakers Really Get Better With Age (EXCLUSIVE)
Vans has teamed with London‑based vintage label *Better With Age* to release reworked Authentic and Half Cab sneakers that look deliberately aged, featuring sun‑faded canvas, yellowed soles and removable oversized patches. A hands‑on workshop at Dover Street Market London on...
MENACE Just Made the Ultimate Adidas Mom Shoe (EXCLUSIVE)
MENACE has teamed with adidas to release the "Old Rose" Superstar, a pink suede sneaker that pays tribute to the founder's mother and immigrant parents. The shoe features bandana‑stitched suede uppers, patchwork accents and a mattress‑inspired sock liner, emphasizing a...
Chanel Gives Color-Filled Read of Its Signs and Symbols in New High Jewelry Collection
Chanel unveiled its "Signes & Symboles" high‑jewelry collection, a 85‑piece line that features more than 11,500 stones and a 20.66‑carat unheated sapphire. The launch took place at Gabrielle Chanel’s La Pausa villa in the French Riviera, where photography was deliberately restricted to keep...
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Woven Flats Are Back for Summer 2026, and Kate Hudson’s Raffia Mary Janes Are at the Top of My Wishlist
Woven flats are back for Summer 2026, propelled by Kate Hudson’s high‑profile Paris appearance in raffia Mary Janes. Retailers from Madewell to Zara are rolling out seven styles that echo the breathable, sand‑colored aesthetic, with prices ranging from $50 to $175....
Forget Classic Knitwear Pointelle Is Back in a Big Way and M&S Does It Better than Anyone From Just £8
M&S’s Per Una pure‑cotton pointelle jumper is back, priced from £8 (about $10). The piece features a delicate open‑work knit, elbow‑length sleeves and a soft crew neck for spring‑to‑summer wear. Available in a muted “Antique Gold” hue that reads more...
This Bob Is the Trending Haircut of 2026 – and It Looks Good on Just About Everyone
The beehive bob, a lifted version of the classic bob with added crown height, is emerging as 2026’s hottest haircut. Celebrity styling on Millie Bobby Brown and endorsements from experts like Lorraine Dublin and Mason Josh have propelled it onto...
6 Outfit Ideas With Shorts That Will Make You Look Like a Fashion Person
A new style guide spotlights six curated shorts‑centric outfits for spring‑summer 2026, pulling inspiration from influencers in London, Stockholm, Paris and New York. The looks pair high‑street and designer pieces—such as Reformation silk shorts, Madewell Bermuda shorts and Steve Madden...
In a Sea Of Blues, Nike's Original Sneaker Is Making Waves
Nike has re‑launched its Air Max 95 OG with a bold three‑tone blue colorway punctuated by a flash of green. The sneaker blends leather, mesh and suede, while the full‑length visible Max Air unit remains a hallmark of comfort. The...
"Perfect for All Body Shapes" : Primark Launches £15 'Flattering' Longer-Length Style Denim Shorts that Genially Suit Every Woman
Primark has introduced the By Coleen Denim Bermuda Shorts, a longer‑leg denim short priced at £15 (≈ $19). The relaxed‑fit, indigo piece is made from 100 % cotton denim and features a zip fly, belt loops and diagonal front pockets. Designed to sit...
Sales Are Up. Celebrities Are In. Is Gap Officially Back?
Gap Inc., under CEO Richard Dickson, is attempting to revive its cultural cachet by leveraging celebrity partnerships and entertainment tie‑ins after years of store closures and stagnant sales. Dickson, who previously revitalized Mattel brands, is drawing on the retailer’s 57‑year...
From Linen to Gingham: The Best Summer Dresses for Every Occasion
The Guardian’s style guide highlights 30 summer dresses ranging from linen to gingham, covering floaty florals, midi, and maxi silhouettes. The piece emphasizes versatility, noting that summer dresses must stand alone without layering. It links to Jess Cartner‑Morley’s May style...
Jay-Z Shuts Down MSG Courtside in Virgil Abloh Archive Air Jordan 1 “Alaska”
Hip‑hop mogul Jay‑Z turned heads at Madison Square Garden during Game 2 of the Knicks‑76ers Eastern Conference semifinals by wearing the coveted Virgil Abloh Archive Air Jordan 1 High OG in the “Alaska” colorway. The sneaker, part of a limited‑edition archive drop, has...
Barcelona’s Love Affair With Borosilicate Glass Jewelry
Barcelona’s jewelry scene is being reshaped by borosilicate glass creations, led by Argentine‑born artist Agustina Ros. After training with fourth‑generation glassblower Ferrán Collado, Ros turned molten glass tubes into rings, necklaces and earrings, earning her the moniker “glass queen.” Local boutique Muy Frágile...
A Designer Who Tells Stories Through Her Jewelry
Ana‑Katarina Vinkler‑Petrovic, the self‑taught founder of AnaKatarina Design, creates fine‑jewelry that doubles as personal storytelling, blending historic motifs with modern aesthetics. Over the past decade she has launched 13 collections ranging from simple charms to a diamond‑sapphire‑opal flip ring priced...
Not Trainers, Not Sandals—So Many Celebrities Are Wearing This 'Ugly' Shoe Trend With Skirts
Celebrity styling has put chunky clogs back in the spotlight this spring, as Emily Ratajkowski and Zoë Kravitz were seen pairing the shoes with skirts and trousers. The trend positions clogs between casual trainers and sleek heels, offering an effortless,...
15 Buzzy Australian Brands Worth Adding to Your Wardrobe
Audry Hiaoui’s latest Who What Wear feature spotlights fifteen emerging Australian fashion brands, ranging from organic‑cotton basics to high‑tech swimwear. The roundup includes Deiji Studios, Silk Laundry, Permanent Vacation, Rashi World and others, highlighting each label’s signature pieces and price...
It's Only May, But M&S Just Perfected Every Chic Summer Shoe Trend—5 Styles That Will Sell Out First
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has unveiled a six‑piece summer shoe collection for 2026, covering everything from sleek flip‑flops to jelly sandals. The lineup blends runway‑inspired details—such as Chloé‑style beaded flats and Maison Margiela‑esque retro runners—with the retailer’s hallmark affordable pricing. Each...
Kaamatan Fuels Rising Demand for Modern Indigenous Fashion in Sabah
Sabah’s month‑long Kaamatan harvest festival is driving a surge in demand for contemporary indigenous fashion. Tailor‑designer Dallbon “Ebon” Jalabid reported record‑breaking work hours to fulfill orders for pageant contestants, offering modern dresses and shirts that incorporate traditional motifs. Prices range...