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A surrealist fashion model in a dreamlike cityscape wearing an avant-garde gown inspired by Salvador Dalí's lobster motif, with melting clocks and floating eyes.
Culture & Art

Surrealism's Influence on Fashion in 2026

In 1936, Salvador Dalí placed a bright red lobster on the front of a white evening gown, transforming a simple dress into a wearable piece of art that shocked and delighted the fashion world.

Maeve O'Connor·Jun 4
Close-up of perfumer's hands selecting natural ingredients like flower petals and herbs for artisanal perfume creation.
Beauty & Fragrance

How Does Artisanal Perfume Creation Process Use Natural Ingredients?

Despite marketing promises of botanical essences, the majority of perfumes sold today are predominantly composed of synthetic ingredients, as revealed by Prosody London .

Jenna Blackwood·May 29
A haute couture seamstress working on an intricate gown in a luxurious atelier, with a digital tablet showing a 3D model of the dress.
Atelier Visit

What is the evolution of haute couture craftsmanship?

Virtual fittings for haute couture clients increased by 33%, a notable shift for an industry founded on meticulous handcraft and in-person exclusivity.

Élise Dubois·May 15
Why Hollywood's A-List Trusts Woody Wilson as Their Go-To Celebrity Tailor
Style Guide

Why Hollywood's A-List Trusts Woody Wilson as Their Go-To Celebrity Tailor

Woody Wilson is a luxury bespoke tailoring house in Los Angeles known for crafting custom garments for Hollywood celebrities, executives, and professionals. The brand has built a reputation over two decades for combining traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation through its signature Architectural Fit philosophy.

Sponsored·Jul 9
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·Jul 2
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·Jun 25
The Runway

Sarah Jessica Parker Debuts Bold Look at Tribeca Festival 2026

For the premiere of 'Bang My Box: The Robin Byrd Story' at the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival, producer Sarah Jessica Parker arrived in a silky black-and-white pajama-esque set, complete with a visible bl

Aylin Demir·Jun 13