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New York finds its footing in famous faces, global presence and political statements

New York Fashion Week has officially wrapped up its SS25 season, and before we head off to its British counterpart in London we are taking a look back at some of the highlights from a week in the Big Apple. And what a week it was. So much so that a question has continued to arise within the wider fashion community; has New York got its spark...

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Unexpected collaborations spotted at NYFW SS25

With so many eyes from all corners of the industry analyzing what is being presented on the catwalk during New York Fashion Week (NYFW), many designers use this moment in the spotlight to unveil a new collaboration or partnership. Over the years, the art of collaboration has proven to be a highly effective marketing strategy, particularly in...

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Prabal Gurung, Coach and Cult Gaia among honourees for 2024 ACE Awards

The Accessories Council has officially named the honourees for its upcoming 2023 Accessories Council Excellence Awards (ACE Awards), which is set to take place May 7 in New York City. The annual event, now in its 30th year, looks to recognise individuals who have made “great strides in raising awareness of the accessories industry”, while...

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Hanky Panky teams up with Prabal Gurung

Lingerie brand Hanky Panky has unveiled a limited-edition capsule collection with fashion designer Prabal Gurung for autumn/winter 2023. Inspired by the rare beauty of the rhododendron, the Hanky Panky x Prabal Gurung collection has been designed to empower women “with the confidence to be seen as they choose” and features more than 30 pieces,...

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Prabal Gurung and Aurora James named as vice chairs of CFDA board

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has named two new members of its board following the biannual board meeting hosted at the Verōnika restaurant in New York. The board, made up of 18 CFDA designers, unanimously elected Prabal Gurung and Aurora James as vice chairs, while Maria Cornejo will become secretary and Stacey Bendet...

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NYFW SS22: Prabal Gurung’s dedication to an American woman

Prabal Gurung brings colour and energy to New York Fashion Week with his spring/summer 2022 collection re-envisioning feminine silhouettes for the modern American woman. “America has always been a woman — but she has not always been treated beautifully,” writes Prabal Gurung in his show notes for spring/summer 2022. “What does it mean to be the...

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Fashion’s Asian community disappointed but resolute against industry’s racism

Last week, Michel Gaubert, a well-known French DJ with a 30-year career producing runway sounds for luxury brands such as Chanel, Dior, and Valentino, posted a video on his Instagram of himself and seven other dinner guests wearing paper masks with slanted eyes, chanting the words “Wuhan girl, wahoo!” Reaction online was swift to the casual...

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Video: Prabal Gurung FW21 collection

In this video, Nepalese-American fashion designer Prabal Gurung has presented his FW21 collection at New York Fashion Week (NYFW). Watch the video below. Do you want to see more FW21 clothing collections? Click here to view the FashionUnited Marketplace. Video: Prabal Gurung via YouTube Photo credit: Lux Angola, Facebook

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Dreamers and Dracula as New York Fashion Week draws to a close

From Michael Kors' snug knitwear to Rodarte's nod to Count Dracula, AFP wraps up the latest highlights from New York Fashion Week, which ends on Wednesday. Chic wool Michael Kors reminded everyone to stay warm during the winter months with a "cozy glamor" 2020 collection on Wednesday that mixed comfort with chic. Thick knitted sweaters, cashmere...

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At New York Fashion Week, next autumn looks sexy and colorful

Over the weekend, from Los Angeles to London, the showbiz A-list strutted their stuff on red carpets for the Grammys and Britain's Bafta film awards. Halfway between in New York, the style glitterati lined catwalks to preview the trends for next autumn and winter. The short answer? Lots of bright color and lots of sex appeal. Here are some...

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US fashion group calls for more diversity in model size

A trade group representing hundreds of America's designers has called on the fashion industry to showcase women of greater size diversity, such as plus-size models Ashley Graham and Candice Huffine. Graham, of Nebraska, in 2016 became the first plus-size model to make the cover of "Sports Illustrated." She also appeared on the cover of "Vogue,"...

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Atelier Prabal Gurung debuts at Met Gala

New York-based designer Prabal Gurung launched Atelier Prabal Gurung line at the Met Gala worn by celebrities including Diane Kruger, Gabrielle Union, Eliza Gonzalez and Ming Xi. Gurung, who is no stranger to creating red carpet gowns, has launched his made-to-measure collection “with a couture approach” said the fashion house in a statement,...