He is the “Greta Garbo of fashion”, a brilliant and reclusive genius who walked away from his own label when he became the most talked-about designer in the world. Two new Paris exhibitions lift a…
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Lacoste swaps its crocodile for logos of endangered species
French fashion brand Lacoste on Wednesday swapped the crocodile logo on its shirts for the first time in its history for 10 of the most endangered species on the planet. The green Lacoste crocodile —…
Beret-mania as fashion ditches beanie for French classic
What do Rihanna, Che Guevara nostalgics, and the Kardashian clan all have in common? They are all bonkers about berets. The Frenchest of hats is now also the hippest, with makers struggling to keep up…
Drones, designer bags and the unforgettably detailed Dolce & Gabbana runway show
There’s no denying that over the years, fashion and technology have found ways to blend into each other and elevate our fashion experiences. With the rise of smart accessories and fabrics, it was only a…
African Fashion International re-brands its Fashion Week Properties
In line with global fashion capitals, African Fashion International (AFI) has re-branded its Fashion Week Properties to AFI Cape Town Fashion Week and AFI Joburg Fashion Week. AFI has curated some of the continent’s fashion greats, who will…
Moncler to unveil monthly ‘Genius’ series at Milan Fashion Week
Italian outerwear maker Moncler will unveil his strategy for shaking up the world fashion calendar at the Milan Fashion Week opening Tuesday with his high-powered monthly “Genius” series. The brainchild of Moncler, CEO and creative…
Roland Mouret presents Fashion Week ode to free, sensual women
French designer Roland Mouret launched his latest collection in London on Sunday, aligning with the #MeToo movement in a parade celebrating femininity, independence and sensuality. In the subterranean concrete lobby of the National Theatre, the…
Sandstorm Kenya launch special edition bags with French brand
Our very own longstanding, classic leather bag brand, Sandstorm Kenya, has a new look ladies and gentlemen and we have France’s Château Rouge district to thank for that! Having started off by making luxury tents,…
Top 10 trends at NY Fashion Week
New York Fashion Week wrapped Wednesday with more departures in the offing, a striking taste for demure hemlines and empowerment dressing for women in a post Harvey Weinstein, MeToo world. As the global style bandwagon…
China steps into New York Fashion Week breach
Chen Peng is only 26 years old and yet his wildly original puffer coats have already adorned the likes of Rihanna and Lady Gaga. He’s showing his latest collection in New York in a bid…