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Artisan's hands delicately embroidering a complex pattern onto a haute couture gown in a sunlit atelier, showcasing meticulous craftsmanship.
Atelier Visit

How Haute Couture Hand Embroidery Techniques Work

Even after a haute couture garment is assembled, the embroidery team meticulously blends small gaps along seams, ensuring an invisible perfection that belies immense, collaborative effort.

Élise Dubois·September 12, 2026
ConteByOksana: Premium Tights for Every Woman
Style Guide

ConteByOksana: Premium Tights for Every Woman

ConteByOksana offers a premium collection of tights, stockings, and socks designed for every woman, emphasizing variety in denier, material, and style to suit diverse needs and occasions. The brand focuses on quality construction, fit, and material to ensure comfort and the perfect completion for any outfit.

Sponsored by ConteByOksana·September 11, 2026
Shop Made-to-Order Afro-Caribbean Fashion at Pat Sutton Designs
Style Guide

Shop Made-to-Order Afro-Caribbean Fashion at Pat Sutton Designs

Pat Sutton Designs offers made-to-order Afro-Caribbean inspired fashion, featuring bold prints and original artwork by artist Pat Sutton. This unique approach provides customers with culturally influenced wearable art that stands apart from conventional fashion.

Sponsored by Pat Sutton Designs·September 11, 2026
Kareena Kapoor Khan looking stunning in a Ritu Kumar couture outfit, featuring the Jaisalmer Jacket & Skirt, during a fashion collection launch.
Heritage

Kareena Kapoor Khan Unveils Ritu Kumar Couture Collection

On September 8, 2026, Kareena Kapoor Khan unveiled a Ritu Kumar couture collection via a single Instagram post.

Élise Dubois·September 9, 2026
A high-fashion runway show with models in avant-garde clothing against a backdrop of cliché New York symbols, questioning the depth of artistic expression in fashion.
Culture & Art

Fashion Shows Aspire To Be Art, But Is The Message Getting Lost?

A recent collection’s engagement with New York drew criticism for reducing the city to recognizable symbols, rather than delving into its deeper complexities.

Maeve O'Connor·September 8, 2026
A fashion runway scene with models shrinking and clothes becoming too large, symbolizing the impact of GLP-1 drugs on fashion sizing, with an H&M logo in the background.
Culture & Art

The GLP-1 Surge Is Shrinking Fashion's Biggest Sizes

H&M, a global fashion giant, has already discontinued sizes 3XL and 4XL in women's dresses for spring/summer 2026, signaling a dramatic shift in the apparel industry.

Maeve O'Connor·September 1, 2026
A minimalist luxury living room featuring an iconic, art-like vase on a marble pedestal, symbolizing the fusion of haute couture and home design.
Art de Vivre

Haute Couture Home Design: Iconic Pieces for 2026

The Blossom vase by Tokujin Yoshioka costs $5,600, reflecting a broader trend where luxury fashion dictates domestic aesthetics.

Maeve O'Connor·August 29, 2026
Onitsuka Tiger footwear displayed elegantly within the opulent, historic setting of The Travellers gentlemen's club in Paris.
Atelier Visit

Onitsuka Tiger Opens Paris Atelier Blending Heritage with Modern Elegance

Onitsuka Tiger, a brand synonymous with athletic footwear, has opened its new Atelier Tiger installation not in a typical retail space, but within The Travellers, a private gentlemen's club founded in

Élise Dubois·August 24, 2026
Models on a runway showcasing futuristic AI-designed fashion blended with traditional craftsmanship, highlighting the synergy between technology and human creativity.
Culture & Art

AI is revolutionizing fashion design, but human touch remains key.

Only 3% of shoppers turn to AI chatbots for fashion inspiration, a stark contrast to the 57% who still rely on magazines, according to Vogue Business.

Maeve O'Connor·August 23, 2026
Introducing Trendy Tees and More: A Clear-Eyed Look at the Sarcastic Apparel Play
Style Guide

Introducing Trendy Tees and More: A Clear-Eyed Look at the Sarcastic Apparel Play

Trendy Tees And More offers witty and sarcastic custom t-shirts, tote bags, and accessories designed to turn everyday moods into wearable statements. In a world saturated with fast fashion, this brand carves out a niche …

Sponsored by Trendy Tees And More·August 18, 2026
A haute couture atelier scene with artisans working on intricate garments, showcasing the blend of traditional craftsmanship and innovative defiance.
Atelier Visit

How Defiance Drives Haute Couture Craftsmanship Evolution

At the heart of haute couture lies a paradox: its most celebrated creations intentionally break the very rules of traditional craftsmanship.

Élise Dubois·August 12, 2026
A stylish living room that merges haute couture fashion elements with sophisticated interior design, reflecting personal style.
Art de Vivre

What Is Integrating Fashion Principles into Interior Design?

A recent survey revealed that 65% of homeowners feel their living spaces don't fully reflect their personality, a disconnect fashion designers have long sought to bridge with clothing, according to th

Maeve O'Connor·August 7, 2026
5 Activewear Mistakes You're Making and How Just Unicorn’s Style Inspires Better Everyday Fashion
Style Guide

5 Activewear Mistakes You're Making and How Just Unicorn’s Style Inspires Better Everyday Fashion

Choosing the right activewear can feel like navigating a crowded market, but the wrong choices do more than just waste money—they can hinder your movement and self-expression. Many common mistakes to avoid in activewear …

Sponsored by Just Unicorn·August 3, 2026
How Does Robert Moss’s Photography Become Wearable Art at Moss Apparel?
Style Guide

How Does Robert Moss’s Photography Become Wearable Art at Moss Apparel?

Moss Apparel transforms Robert Moss's nature photography into wearable art, directly funding conservation efforts. This brand distinguishes itself through authentic designs, ethical sourcing, and a verifiable impact model that actively contributes to environmental restoration.

Sponsored by Moss Apparel·July 15, 2026
Where Can You Find Authentic Indian Jewelry in Jersey City? An Inside Look at Habebe Couture
The Jeweler's Box

Where Can You Find Authentic Indian Jewelry in Jersey City? An Inside Look at Habebe Couture

Habebe Couture offers an innovative retail experience for authentic Indian jewelry in Jersey City, blending cultural significance with contemporary elegance. It provides a curated collection of Indian-inspired statement pieces in a luxury boutique setting, designed for the modern woman.

Sponsored by Habebe Couture·July 14, 2026
A close-up of a hand reaching for a vintage Chanel handbag in a luxury boutique, symbolizing the appeal of pre-owned designer goods.
Art de Vivre

The Rise of Pre-Owned Luxury Among Shoppers

62% of aspirational luxury clients are now willing to buy certified pre-owned products directly from luxury brands, an 8% year-on-year increase, according to EY .

Maeve O'Connor·July 14, 2026
Event Outfits Beyond the Dress With Style Me Up
Style Guide

Event Outfits Beyond the Dress With Style Me Up

Event outfits require more than just a dress, as overlooked details like shoes, bags, and jewelry can lead to last-minute stress and added costs. Style Me Up offers a complete solution with designer dresses, separates, bags, and shoes for hire, allowing customers to plan full looks for any occasion.

Sponsored·July 12, 2026
Maria Grazia Chiuri's Fendi haute couture debut collection showcased amidst art and sculptures in a grand Roman gallery, blending fashion with cultural heritage.
Heritage

What Is Maria Grazia Chiuri's Fendi Debut Haute Couture Collection?

At Rome's Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, Maria Grazia Chiuri unveiled her Fendi haute couture debut, not on a standalone runway, but bookended by two distinct exhibitions, one revi

Élise Dubois·July 12, 2026
AI constructs walking a haute couture runway, blending technology and high fashion with a discerning audience watching.
Culture & Art

AI's mixed impact on haute couture's creative process

Gucci, a titan of Italian craftsmanship, recently faced public scorn for using AI-generated images to promote its Milan Fashion Week show.

Maeve O'Connor·July 2, 2026
Model showcases a vibrant Conner Ives spring collection piece on the New York Fashion Week runway with an energetic crowd in the background.
The Runway

Conner Ives Presents Spring Collection at New York Fashion Week

After establishing his brand in London since 2022 and raising over 500,000 pounds for charity with a single T-shirt, designer Conner Ives is making a significant transatlantic move, showing his spring

Aylin Demir·June 30, 2026
Diverse group of stylish individuals wearing Off-White L/AB collection pieces in a vibrant urban environment, showcasing accessible luxury streetwear.
The Runway

Off-White Launches L/AB Collection with Lower Priced Items

Off-White, a brand synonymous with luxury streetwear where hoodies can cost hundreds, is set to launch a new collection with prices starting at just $45.

Aylin Demir·June 29, 2026
Sharon Stone closes the Vetements Spring 2027 show wearing a backward-facing black tie, symbolizing the collection's audacious subversion of traditional formalwear.
The Runway

Guram Gvasalia unveils Vetements Spring 2027 collection

Sharon Stone closed the Vetements Spring 2027 show wearing a backward-facing black tie, encapsulating the collection's audacious subversion of traditional formalwear.

Aylin Demir·June 28, 2026
Close-up of the Nike Air Max 95 Big Bubble sneaker featuring a prominent black tongue, set against a backdrop of a vintage sneaker archive.
The Runway

Nike Revives Air Max 95 Big Bubble with Black Tongue Pack

In a move that blends deep archival homage with future releases, Nike is set to launch a four-sneaker 'Black Tongue Pack' of the remastered Air Max 95 Big Bubble in Spring/Summer 2027.

Aylin Demir·June 28, 2026
Models showcase Undercover's Spring 2027 collection featuring reversible linen jackets and sweatshirts with elbow slashes, inspired by Michaël Borremans.
The Runway

Undercover Men's Spring 2027 Collection Arrives With Artistic Flair

Undercover's Spring 2027 collection unveiled reversible linen jackets and sweatshirts with elbow slashes, a testament to Jun Takahashi's collaboration with Belgian artist Michaël Borremans, according

Aylin Demir·June 28, 2026
Model showcases a striking piece from the LGN Louis Gabriel Nouchi Spring 2025 collection on a dimly lit runway during Paris Fashion Week.
Atelier Visit

LGN Louis Gabriel Nouchi unveils bold Spring 2027 collection

Just one season after presenting a hand-drawn animated film titled 'Do Androids Dream of Wet Desires?

Élise Dubois·June 27, 2026
Chanel's new Palo Alto boutique, a symbol of luxury fashion's expansion into Silicon Valley, catering to the affluent tech industry.
The Jeweler's Box

Chanel Opens First Palo Alto Boutique Catering to Tech Wealth

Chanel will open its first stand-alone boutique in Palo Alto on Friday, a significant expansion into Silicon Valley's concentrated wealth, as reported by WWD .

Rafael Castillo·June 26, 2026
The Runway

Dsquared2 Names Bad Gyal Its New Global Brand Ambassador

Dsquared2, known for its distinctive luxury aesthetic, has just named Spanish artist Bad Gyal as its first ever global brand ambassador.

Aylin Demir·June 25, 2026
Models walk the runway at Raf Simons' Spring 2019 show during Paris Men's Fashion Week, marking his return to the city.
The Runway

Raf Simons Returns to Paris Men's Fashion Week

Raf Simons will unveil his Spring 2019 collection at 9:30 p.

Aylin Demir·June 23, 2026
Stylish individuals wearing unique, customized sports jerseys in a vibrant urban street-style photoshoot, showcasing fashion-forward fan gear.
Style Guide

Styling Sports Jerseys for Everyday Wear: Trends and Tips

Rysa Ruth has sold over 200 custom knitting patterns for women's sports jerseys, revealing a burgeoning DIY movement that directly challenges traditional sports apparel.

Maeve O'Connor·June 23, 2026
A skilled artisan's hands carefully folding and pressing fine pleats into a rich fabric, showcasing the detailed craftsmanship of couture fashion.
Heritage

What are hand pleating techniques in modern couture fashion?

A 2.24mg sample from the Tarkhan Dress, the world's oldest complete woven garment, revealed its intricate knife pleats were crafted over 5,000 years ago. Radiocarbon dating confirmed the garment's ori

Élise Dubois·June 21, 2026