The Jewelry Industry Is Taking a Wild Ride as Gold and Silver Prices Soar
Gold prices have rocketed from $2,850 to over $5,500 per ounce in just two months, while silver surged 60% before retreating sharply. The rapid swings have left jewelers scrambling to adjust pricing, with some brands revising rates three times in six months. In response, designers are experimenting with non‑precious metals such as wood, steel, and even platinum to mitigate cost pressures. The volatility also ripples through diamond markets, amplifying uncertainty across the entire fine‑jewelry sector.
The Bolo Remains Popular Beyond Cowboys
The bolo tie, once a staple of Southwestern formalwear, is gaining mainstream traction after high‑profile pop‑culture moments like Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour. Designer Luke Longfellow of Nighthorse reports a sales surge and has launched the luxury Rock Art collection, priced from...
Off the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Nour Hammour, the Paris‑based shearling and leather label, opened a salon‑style showroom in the Triangle d’Or during Paris Fashion Week, capitalising on unusually mild weather that boosted outerwear demand. The brand’s best‑selling Sima coat has become a staple from Vail...
Miuccia Prada at Miu Miu Made Dressing Easy. Nicolas Ghesquière at Louis Vuitton Did Not.
Miu Miu’s spring show, led by Miuccia Prada, championed a stripped‑down aesthetic, urging that dressing should be effortless and centered on the body. The collection featured simple slip dresses, jersey jackets and bold accessories, reinforcing a minimalist ethos. In contrast, Louis Vuitton’s...
Swaine London Embraces Handmade British Tradition
British luxury house Swaine London, tracing roots to 1750 and relaunched in 2023, is doubling down on handmade British craftsmanship. The company operates three labels—Swaine leather goods, Brigg umbrellas, and Herbert Johnson hats—each produced in‑house in London or nearby Syston....
Scarf Anxieties
A recent Instagram video critiquing how to wear scarves has sparked a broader conversation about the dramatic neck accessories featured in this season’s runway shows from Celine, Loewe and Givenchy. Designers are presenting oversized, sometimes respiratorily restrictive scarves that double...
Trade Your Smartphone for an ’80s-Style Digital Watch
Digital watches inspired by the 1970s and 1980s are experiencing a revival, highlighted in T Magazine’s “1 Piece, 10 Budgets” column. The feature showcases three models ranging from $45 to $109: Skechers’ water‑resistant red digital, Casio’s gold‑toned stainless‑steel piece popularized...
How Did the Naked Dressing Trend Start on the Red Carpet?
Jennifer Lawrence’s sheer Givenchy gown at the 2026 Golden Globes reignited the naked dress trend on the red carpet, prompting a cascade of ultra‑transparent looks at the Grammys and other awards. The style, which emphasizes minimal coverage and strategic embroidery,...
At Paris Fashion Week, Some Intrepid Spirits Are Keeping It Weird.
Paris Fashion Week’s mainstream shows have drawn criticism for bland, homogenous aesthetics, prompting a spotlight on a handful of independent designers who embrace the bizarre. Labels such as Vaquera, Hodakova, Matières Fécales, Zomer, Marie Adam‑Leenaerdt and Mame Kuroguchi presented collections featuring green pubic‑hair...
Sandal Season Is Coming. Here Are Our Picks.
Spring 2026 ushers in a resurgence of fisherman‑style sandals and slide shoes for men, positioning them as seasonal essentials. Luxury houses Bottega Veneta, Manolo Blahnik, Allen Edmonds, John Lobb and Dior are highlighted for their distinct designs, ranging from woven criss‑cross slides to leather...
At Tom Ford, Haider Ackermann Dresses Adult Desire
Haider Ackermann’s debut at Tom Ford presented a collection that fused sharp power suiting with transparent vinyl and lace, exposing the sensual layers beneath corporate silhouettes. The runway featured white safari jackets, double‑breasted black suits, low‑slung trousers, and clear raincoats that...
‘Love Story’ Fans Can Buy Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s Wardrobe in Online Auction
An online auction is offering several garments worn by Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, including the black Yohji Yamamoto dress she wore to the White House in 1998. The sale is timed to capitalize on renewed public fascination sparked by the FX...
At Milan Fashion Week, Blanket Statements From Jil Sander and Bottega Veneta
At Milan Fashion Week, designers embraced "blanket statements"—oversized coats, shawls, and knitwear that mimic the comfort of bedding. Jil Sander set the tone with a cream dress resembling an upholstered mattress, while Bottega Veneta introduced fuzzy, hair‑like textures. The trend...
At Gucci: Bodies, Bodies, Bodies From Demna
Gucci’s Fall 2026 runway, Demna’s first full‑scale show, debuted on Feb 28, 2026, aiming to revive the brand’s iconic 1990s allure. Set inside a faux museum, the presentation featured sculptural marble backdrops and a provocative aesthetic reminiscent of Tom Ford’s 1995 revival. Kate Moss returned...
Can Demna Save Gucci?
Gucci’s sales have plunged, prompting the luxury group to install Demna as its new creative director. The New York Times profile paints his Milan office as a stark, black‑walled corridor meant to symbolize a brand reset. Demna’s eclectic décor –...