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FW26 trend: Designers use the peplum for a cculpted silhouette

The peplum made a strong return to the FW26 runways, reflecting fashion’s current interest in sculpted waistlines and controlled volume around the hips. Rather than the ruffled, overtly feminine versions associated with the 2010s, this season’s interpretations felt sharper and more architectural, often integrated into tailoring or streamlined...

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Patience, precision, purpose: The intentional new guard defining Moldovan Brands Runway

The Moldovan Brands Runway SS26, held from March 18 to 22 in Chișinău, showcased a regional fashion scene transitioning from traditional manufacturing roots towards a sophisticated, brand-led economy. Across four days, 19 designers from Moldova, Romania, and Ukraine presented collections that prioritised “identity, restraint, and intention” over...

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From fairy dust to sculptural fashion: AW26 trends from Tokyo

Tokyo Fashion Week marks the end of the international autumn/winter 2026 womenswear runway season. In the Japanese capital, designers looked to the past, drawing inspiration from bygone eras and mythical creatures. They also showcased their skill for craftsmanship and the creation of fashion sculptures. Fashion history FW26 (from left to right):...

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Mulberry appoints Christopher Kane as creative director of RTW

British heritage brand Mulberry has named Christopher Kane as the creative director of a women’s ready-to-wear collection set to be unveiled in September. The line will then become available in store and online from January 2027. The appointment marks a return to the seasonal clothing category for Mulberry, which had previously supplied clothing...