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Aylin Demir

Staff Writer

Aylin Demir brings a dynamic and critical voice to our runway coverage. Having reported from Paris, Milan, London, and New York for the past five seasons, she possesses a keen eye for the nuances that define a collection's success. Aylin excels at distilling the core message of a show, analyzing everything from fabric innovation to the commercial viability of a designer's vision. Her writing is direct, decisive, and focused on the future of fashion, making her an essential voice for understanding the industry's contemporary pulse.

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Searching for One-of-a-Kind Jewelry? Discover JIA JIA's Crystalline Collection
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Searching for One-of-a-Kind Jewelry? Discover JIA JIA's Crystalline Collection

Discover JIA JIA's Crystalline Collection, featuring unique jewelry made from ethically sourced, natural Crystal Quartz that remains uncut and unpolished. Every handcrafted piece celebrates the inherent beauty of nature, set in 14-karat gold and diamonds.

Jul 2, 2026 · 5 min read

Aspiring hairstylists learning advanced techniques from a master stylist at a Benjamin Salon education event.
The Runway

Benjamin Salon launches stylist education program for 2026

Benjamin Salon will launch Benjamin Development, a new education program, hosting free industry events in New York and Los Angeles.

Jun 30, 2026 · 3 min read

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

Jun 30, 2026 · 2 min read

Scientists in a futuristic lab working with advanced technology on drug discovery and molecular analysis for new treatments.
The Runway

Absci Corporation Secures $100 Million for Drug Discovery Innovations

Absci Corporation secured $100 million in an underwritten offering, earmarking funds to advance its lead candidate, ABS-201, for pattern hair loss and endometriosis, according to Pharmaceutical Techno

Jun 30, 2026 · 2 min read

French actor Omar Sy, the new friend of the house for Jaeger-LeCoultre, is shown in a watchmaking atelier, appreciating a luxury timepiece.
The Runway

Jaeger-LeCoultre names Omar Sy its new friend of the house

French actor Omar Sy, globally recognized for 'Lupin' and 'The Intouchables,' is Jaeger-LeCoultre's new 'friend of the house.

Jun 30, 2026 · 2 min read

Bethenny Frankel, investor and chief brand officer of DpHue, is shown in a stylish salon, symbolizing the brand's growth and her hands-on approach.
The Runway

Bethenny Frankel buys stake in hair brand DpHue

DpHue projects a 32 to 40 percent increase in year-over-year net sales following Bethenny Frankel's acquisition of a stake and appointment as chief brand officer.

Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read

Libertine model in a luxurious hotel suite at The Little Nell Aspen, showcasing the Spring 2026 collection with mountain views.
The Runway

Libertine Announces Exclusive Residency at Little Nell Hotel Aspen

From July 29 to August 4, luxury fashion brand Libertine will unveil its Spring 2026 collection within the exclusive confines of The Little Nell hotel in Aspen.

Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read

Elegant patrons in vintage attire enjoying sunset at the newly renovated Giacomo Milano beach club in Forte dei Marmi, Italy.
The Runway

Giacomo Milano Brings Old School Glamour to Forte dei Marmi Beach Club

After a year-long renovation, the 1913-founded Bagno Marechiaro beach club in Forte dei Marmi has reopened under Milanese restaurant group Giacomo Milano's management, ushering in a new era of high-en

Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read

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.

Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read

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.

Jun 28, 2026 · 2 min read

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.

Jun 28, 2026 · 4 min read

Models showcase Taakk's Spring/Summer 2027 collection featuring bold flower prints and intricate cutouts on a Paris Fashion Week runway.
The Runway

Taakk Unveils Spring/Summer 2027 Collection at Paris Fashion Week

Jackets, shirts, and bottoms in Taakk's Spring 2027 collection bloomed with flower prints and intricate cutouts, a bold statement unveiled during Paris Fashion Week Men's.

Jun 28, 2026 · 2 min read

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

Jun 28, 2026 · 3 min read

A closed Bangladesh garment factory with former workers standing outside, symbolizing job losses and economic hardship in the apparel industry.
The Runway

Bangladesh garment factory closures: Economic threat

In Gazipur's Board Bazar, Unique Designers & Unique Washing Ltd permanently shut its doors, leaving approximately 2,200 employees without jobs, according to Daily Bonik Barta .

Jun 27, 2026 · 3 min read

A phoenix symbolizing rebirth and transformation, rising from ashes with luxury motifs, representing Saks Global's emergence as Exemplar Luxury Group.
The Runway

Saks Global rebrands to Exemplar Luxury Group post-bankruptcy

Saks Global slashed its debt by nearly 75% and secured an additional $500 million, then shed its old identity, emerging from bankruptcy as Exemplar Luxury Group, according to The Wall Street Journal .

Jun 27, 2026 · 3 min read

Symbolic representation of the USMCA agreement with a ticking clock, highlighting trade routes between the US, Canada, and Mexico and the looming 2026 review deadline.
The Runway

USMCA review countdown nears 2026 deadline amid trade disputes

North Carolina exported a record $43.

Jun 27, 2026 · 3 min read

Symbolic handshake between Boeing and Airbus airplanes over the Atlantic Ocean, representing the extended suspension of trade tariffs.
The Runway

EU extends suspension of Boeing-Airbus duties

On June 25, the European Union extended its suspension of retaliatory tariffs on approximately $4 billion worth of American products, signaling a significant thaw in the long-running Boeing-Airbus tra

Jun 26, 2026 · 2 min read

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.

Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read

Cara Delevingne performing on stage at Baby's All Right for the Rag & Bone Fall 2024 campaign, showcasing her musical debut.
The Runway

Rag & Bone Taps Cara Delevingne for Fall 2026 Campaign

Rag & Bone's Fall 2026 campaign will feature Cara Delevingne's debut New York show at Brooklyn's Baby's All Right venue, documenting her on and off-stage moments.

Jun 25, 2026 · 3 min read

Fashion students at Leeds Beckett University collaborating on redesigning Burberry trenchcoats using surplus gabardine fabric in a bright studio.
The Runway

Burberry, Leeds Beckett University Rework Surplus Gabardine

Second-year fashion students at Leeds Beckett University are now reimagining Burberry's iconic trenchcoat using surplus gabardine, a fabric invented by Thomas Burberry in 1879.

Jun 25, 2026 · 3 min read