THE FACE Launches First International Edition in China
THE FACE, the iconic fashion and culture magazine, is launching its first international edition in China in April 2026. The new title, operated by XINFENGMAO Cultural Development, will be led by editor‑in‑chief Taiyu Zhang. It aims to blend print, digital and social storytelling to showcase the people and ideas shaping contemporary Chinese culture. The launch positions THE FACE as a bridge between local creative forces and a global audience.
40 Years on, the Antwerp Six Designers Are Still Making Noise
The Museum of Modern Art Antwerp (MoMu) opened a three‑hour exhibition marking the 40th anniversary of the Antwerp Six, the radical Belgian designers who reshaped fashion in the 1980s. The show weaves archival photographs, sketches, and immersive installations that trace...
Play It as It Lays
Spring 26’s latest issue of The Face presents a fashion editorial titled “Play it as it lays,” featuring twelve meticulously styled looks across luxury houses such as Courrèges, Saint Laurent, Acne Studios, Sacai, Givenchy, Miu Miu, Celine, Prada, Guess, Loro Piana, Alaïa, and Valentino. The...
For Inuuteq Storch, Home Is Where the Heart Is
Inuuteq Storch, a Greenlandic (Kalaaleq) photographer, has gained international attention by documenting everyday life in Sisimiut and beyond, culminating in solo shows at MoMA PS1 and representation of Denmark at the 2024 Venice Biennale. His work intertwines personal archives with historic...
Life After Chemsex
Tommy Macnally, now a recovery worker at Antidote, recounts his eight‑year descent into chemsex—a subculture of drug‑enhanced sex among GBMSM—followed by a painful but successful sobriety journey. National data show drug‑poisoning deaths are 2.8 times higher for LGBTQ+ people, with London...
Beabadoobee Gets Cinematic for Her Comeback Track All I Did Was Dream Of You
British indie‑rock singer‑songwriter beabadoobee returns after a two‑year silence with the single “All I Did Was Dream Of You,” featuring a guest verse from The Marías. The track pairs grungy alt‑rock guitars with a dreamy vocal interlude, while its music...
You’re Invited to Damson Madder’s “Appreciation Society”
British photographer Siân Davey’s new exhibition opens at London’s Forty Two gallery on March 20, showcasing her SS26 collection through images of niche hobbyists—mudlarkers, birdwatchers, roller skaters. The show immerses visitors in authentic settings, featuring accessories and a curated indie...
How Ann Demeulemeester Captivated a New Generation of Fans
Ann Demeulemeester, once a cult label of the Antwerp Six, is experiencing a high‑profile resurgence as celebrities like Charli xcx, Rihanna and Dua Lipa showcase its dark‑romantic pieces on red carpets and at the Met Gala. The brand, now under creative director Stefano...
Tracey Emin: "I've Lived My Life for Art"
British artist Tracey Emin’s new Tate exhibition, “A Second Life,” juxtaposes her iconic early pieces such as *My Bed* with recent works that reflect her health battles, sobriety and return to Margate. Emin speaks candidly about living with a urostomy,...
Jawara Alleyne’s Custom Converse Saved My Feet During London Fashion Week
Designer Jawara Alleyne showcased a revamped Chuck Taylor Lo at his Fall 2026 London Fashion Week presentation, marking the third phase of his partnership with Converse. The custom sneakers feature hand‑painted graphics, jersey fringe, leather ties and vibrant neon colours, blending street‑wear practicality...
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...