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Mbfw Madrid unveils new features for upcoming September edition

Madrid – Gearing up for its upcoming 84th edition, scheduled from September 14 to 19, the management of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid (MBFW Madrid) has revealed the line-up and key new features for the event. It remains to be seen whether this edition will mark a turning point for the organisation, which will be held entirely outside the...

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At Chanel, Matthieu Blazy turns Gabrielle's bookshelf into couture

Paris - Designer Matthieu Blazy presented his second haute couture collection for the legendary French brand on Tuesday. The collection featured references to fairytales like “Jack and the Beanstalk” and historical pieces from the Chanel archive. Set against a backdrop of colourful flowers, vines and magic mirrors at the Grand Palais near the...

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Jonathan Anderson plays with pleats for Dior haute couture

Paris - Pleating was showcased in all its splendour. Designer Jonathan Anderson celebrated pleats in his second haute couture collection for Dior, presented in Paris on Monday. The pleating technique was featured across a large part of the wardrobe proposed by the Northern Irish designer for the autumn/winter 2026-2027 season. This included...

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Paris Haute Couture Week kicks off with debuts from Pierpaolo Piccioli for Balenciaga and Duran Lantink for Gaultier

High fashion returned to the French capital this Monday with the start of a new edition of Paris Haute Couture Week. The event, running from Monday to Thursday, will feature the highly anticipated debuts of Pierpaolo Piccioli for Balenciaga and Duran Lantink for Jean Paul Gaultier. These are the main highlights of a schedule that is once again...

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NYMD announces designer lineup for SS27 edition

New York Men’s Day (NYMD), the biannual menswear collective showcase presented by Project and Coterie by Informa, has announced its designer lineup for its upcoming SS27 event. Marking the 26th edition of the showcase, the upcoming event will take place on September 10 at Mercedes-Benz of Manhattan for the third time, kicking off New York...

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'Have patience', the mantra for models breaking into fashion

Paris - “There are more nos than yeses”. Dozens of models attend castings hoping to walk at Paris Fashion Week. It is an opportunity that offers significant visibility and can boost their careers, yet it is difficult to achieve. From pre-selections to final fittings, the path is long and full of obstacles for candidates aspiring to walk in the...

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Gran Canaria Swim Week partners with the British Fashion Council to boost its position as Europe's leading swimwear showcase

Madrid – Preparations are complete for the new edition of Gran Canaria Swim Week (GCSW). The specialised swimwear showcase returns with a host of changes and new features to celebrate its 30th anniversary. The event will now take place in June for the first time. This inaugural 'summer' 2026 edition will be held from Wednesday, June 24 to...

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“Seeing and being seen”: heritage meets hyper-modernity at Visa Fashion Week Almaty

I had read about its history, its role on the Silk Road and the sheer scale of its territory, yet arriving in Almaty surpassed all expectations. The city unfolds at the foot of an imposing mountain range, which constantly frames an urban skyline dominated by modern glass skyscrapers. The latest edition of Fashion Week Almaty took place from...

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Stéphane Rolland presents his new bridal collection from Barcelona

Madrid – Accompanied by his muse, Spanish model, presenter and entrepreneur Nieves Álvarez, French couturier Stéphane Rolland enchanted Barcelona with a show of his latest bridal and eveningwear creations. The collection was presented on Wednesday evening as part of Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week 2026, set to the music of Manuel de Falla and...

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Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week strengthens its 'global event' profile with 87 percent international brands

Madrid – The international Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week (BBFW) is now gearing up for its next edition, scheduled from April 22 to 26 in Barcelona. The five-day event will be entirely dedicated to the latest trends and developments in the bridal fashion industry. It will also serve to strengthen its profile as a leading “global event” and a key...

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Back to basics: The 'quiet' sophistication of the AW26 season

The autumn/winter 2026 season has concluded, leaving an unexpectedly quiet echo. After several cycles marked by sensational debuts from new creative directors and a near-constant rotation at the helm of luxury fashion houses, a calmer phase is now emerging. Many designers seem to have settled into their roles. This is reflected in collections...

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US brand Luar drops out of 080 Barcelona Fashion schedule

Madrid – The upcoming 37th edition of the 080 Barcelona Fashion runway, scheduled to take place from April 14 to 17, has seen its international presence diminished. This follows the withdrawal of US fashion brand Luar from the schedule. The event had been relying on the brand to help boost its profile as an international platform. The management...