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Stple founder Hannah Dawson on redefining modern luxury ready-to-wear

There’s a new name on the British fashion scene, Stple, which is entering the market with a mission “to deliver elevated pieces that feel effortless yet intentional” by blending bold minimalism with wearable sophistication. Founded by Hannah Dawson, Stple aims to fill a gap for elevated basics that feel both luxury-driven and versatile for day...

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Submissions open for 2026 LVMH Prize for young fashion designers

The LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers has opened for submissions, inviting emerging creatives from around the world to enter the 13th edition of the global competition. Designers aged 18–40 who have produced at least two ready-to-wear collections — whether womenswear, menswear or gender-less — can apply online before the 11 January 2026...

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Fédération Libanaise de la Mode joins forces with ABC Lebanon

The Fédération Libanaise de la Mode (FLM), Lebanon's official fashion organisation, has announced a long-term strategic partnership with retail group ABC Lebanon to “elevate” the country's fashion industry. In a statement, FLM said the move would enable the organisation to accelerate Lebanon’s fashion industry by championing Lebanese designers...

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Rick Owens bans fur from future collections

Just days after launching a protest campaign against Rick Owens, the Coalition to Abolish the Fur Trade (CAFT) has confirmed that the American designer has committed to not using fur in future collections. In an email, Owens, together with his Parisian business entity Owenscorp, told CAFT that the company has been working to reduce and...

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ESMOD blends craftsmanship and technology in modern fashion education

ESMOD, the historic French fashion school founded in 1841, is modernising its education model by integrating traditional craftsmanship with cutting‑edge digital tools to prepare students for evolving careers in fashion design and business, according to an article published on Business of Fashion. Ranked among the world’s top five international...

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Fashion prediction 2026: Between caution and course correction

If 2025 was the year fashion learned to live with uncertainty, 2026 is shaping up to be the year it decides what to do with it. Many of the pressures that defined the past 18 months will not magically disappear on January 1st. Tariff uncertainty remains a structural concern, particularly as trade tensions between major economic blocs continue to...

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Pantone responds to ‘Colour of the Year’ controversy

Since 2000, Pantone has selected an animated red, a periwinkle blue, a warm and soft brown hue, as well as a cosy peach, a rose quartz, a tranquil blue, an earthy wine red, and a radiant orchid, all selected to serve as an expression of a mood or attitude, but none has been as controversial as this year’s selection of ‘Cloud Dancer,’ a colour...

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Dentsu highlights digital fashion education collaboration with Roblox and Bunka Fashion College

Japanese advertising and innovation firm Dentsu Group has showcased a collaborative project that bridges physical and digital fashion education, developed with Bunka Fashion College and immersive social platform Roblox. The initiative is part of Dentsu’s efforts to support future creative talent through its House of Creators programme, offering...

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Istituto Marangoni launches AI-themed upskilling courses for fashion professionals

Istituto Marangoni has introduced a suite of AI-focused upskilling courses designed to help fashion, beauty and design professionals adapt to rapid digital transformation in the industry. The initiative responds to growing demand for AI competencies in creative sectors, with training covering generative AI, digital design tools and advanced...

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Dark Academia: Inspiration for pre-fall and FW26

The women’s Pre-Fall 2026 collections will be rolling out from now through January, offering early clues about what’s ahead. While many micro-trends flare up and fade, the theme 'Dark Academia' continues to endure. Our ongoing fascination with this brooding, bookish spin on school uniforms may well be rooted in our collective nostalgia for...

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Pucci is heading to Sicily for SS26 catwalk show

Italian fashion house Pucci, owned by luxury conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, has announced its next destination show will take place in Sicily, an island in the Mediterranean Sea, just south of the Italian peninsula. The catwalk is scheduled for April 17 and will be a ‘see now, buy now’ showcase for the brand’s spring/summer 2026...

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Pacsun launches vintage platform in collaboration with Springy

Pacsun is venturing into vintage. The US retailer has partnered with secondhand platform Springy to launch a curated resale store, catering to the rising demand for pre-loved fashion among Gen Z. ‘PS Vintage Powered by Springy’ offers thousands of pieces for men and women, including a mix of graphic t-shirts, hoodies, denim and jackets. Each...