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Comprehensive reviews and detailed analysis of the latest haute couture and prêt-à-porter collections from Paris, Milan, New York, and London.

Split image: a stylish menswear runway show and an elegant restaurant interior, symbolizing Caruso's dual success in fashion and dining.

Caruso name in new chapter: fashion comeback, acclaimed restaurant

While the Caruso luxury menswear brand prepares for its first Milan Men’s Fashion Week in a decade, an unrelated Caruso's restaurant in California has just been awarded the prestigious 2026 Wine Spect

Aylin Demir· Jun 19· 3 min
Alicia Keys performing at the New York Knicks championship parade, wearing eye-catching black leather stiletto boots that signal a new fashion trend.

Alicia Keys' Knicks parade boots spark 2026 fashion trend

At the New York Knicks' championship parade on Thursday, June 18, 2026, Alicia Keys didn't just perform; she subtly declared the pointed-toe stiletto bootie as 2026's must-have footwear.

Aylin Demir· Jun 19· 3 min
Lola Iolani Momoa striking a pose on the red carpet, wearing a fashionable outfit and a pair of wired headphones around her neck, channeling Y2K style.

Lola Iolani Momoa channels Y2K with wired headphones on red carpet

At the 'Supergirl' fan event in London, Lola Iolani Momoa walked the red carpet wearing wired headphones around her neck.

Aylin Demir· Jun 19· 3 min
A racegoer at Royal Ascot 2026 wearing a statement fascinator and pearl-encrusted heels, showcasing the bold pearlcore fashion trend.

Pearlcore fashion trends make a statement at Royal Ascot 2026

One attendee at Royal Ascot 2026 turned heads with a fascinator featuring over 500 hand-sewn pearls, perfectly matched by pearl-encrusted heels.

Aylin Demir· Jun 19· 3 min
Diverse models showcase avant-garde menswear on European runways during Men's Fashion Month, highlighting the expansion of fashion weeks.

Men's Fashion Month: Brands Diversify Across Europe

Thom Browne, a designer synonymous with Paris, will make his Milan Fashion Week Men's debut with a runway show on Monday, June 22, 2026, signaling a significant shift in brand strategy.

Aylin Demir· Jun 18· 3 min
L'Oréal refillable beauty product being replenished, symbolizing a global shift towards sustainable consumption and reduced waste in the beauty industry.

L'Oréal Expands World Refill Day Campaign Globally

Despite L'Oréal's refillable product sales jumping 34% between 2024 and 2025, a striking 58% of consumers remain unaware that such options even exist for beauty products, according to Vogue .

Aylin Demir· Jun 15· 3 min
Nina Dobrev stuns in a sheer, feathered two-piece outfit with a crystal-embroidered skirt and floral jacquard corset at the Taormina Film Festival, sparking bridal trend discussions.

Nina Dobrev's Outfit Sparks Bridal Trend Potential

At the 72nd Taormina Film Festival, Nina Dobrev debuted a sheer, feathered two-piece by One/Of by Patricia Voto, featuring a crystal-embroidered tulle skirt and a floral jacquard corset, sparking conv

Aylin Demir· Jun 14· 3 min
Cédric Charbit, the newly appointed CEO of Saint Laurent, is pictured in a modern executive office, exuding an aura of leadership and strategic vision.

Saint Laurent names Cédric Charbit its new CEO

While Kering announced a slate of executive appointments effective January 2, 2025, Anouck Duranteau-Loeper's critical role as Saint Laurent's deputy CEO in charge of product begins much sooner, on Ju

Aylin Demir· Jun 11· 3 min
Frasers Group headquarters with a holographic Hugo Boss logo, symbolizing a major takeover bid in the luxury fashion industry.

Frasers Group offers €38 per share for Hugo Boss

Frasers Group has launched a €2 billion cash takeover offer for luxury fashion house Hugo Boss, proposing €38.

Aylin Demir· Jun 11· 4 min
Interior of a luxurious Berluti boutique in Milan, featuring elegant displays of high-end leather shoes and accessories, emphasizing exclusivity.

Berluti CEO Mansvelt drives global luxury strategy with calculated scarcity

On Milan's Via Gesù, Berluti has just unveiled its latest European boutique, a ground-floor outpost in the Four Seasons Hotel Milano.

Aylin Demir· Jun 11· 3 min
New York and New Jersey state seals acting as gavels, striking down on oversized, inflated FIFA World Cup tickets with a stadium in the background.

NY, NJ Attorneys General Probe FIFA Ticket Prices

World Cup final tickets in the New Jersey Meadowlands begin at $15,000, with field-side seats reaching $90,000, per CNN .

Aylin Demir· Jun 8· 3 min
World Cup 2026 players in stylish, bold fashion outfits walking towards a stadium, showcasing the influence of sports stars on global trends.

World Cup 2026 Players Showcase Bold Fashion, Influencing Global Trends

During the last World Cup, searches for specific luxury brands worn by Kylian Mbappé spiked 300% within hours of his arrival at a stadium, according to Fashion Analytics Group .

Aylin Demir· Jun 8· 4 min
Split image: Ford Bronco by Filson with quilted leather and saddle bags, and Goldwin jacket with Namaqualand graphics by Cactus Store.

Goldwin, Filson unveil separate outdoor gear collaborations

Ford has partnered with Filson to create a special edition Bronco SUV, featuring durable quilted leather and door-mounted saddle bags.

Aylin Demir· Jun 8· 3 min
A dignified silhouette of Bernadette Chirac, former French First Lady, against a backdrop of Parisian architecture and subtle hints of her philanthropic work.

Former French First Lady Bernadette Chirac dies at 93

At 93, Bernadette Chirac, who spearheaded the 'pièces jaunes' charity raising millions for children in hospital, has passed away.

Aylin Demir· Jun 7· 3 min
Nike Flyknit Runner shoe in motion, showcasing its knit texture and sleek design against a blurred urban dawn background.

Nike to Launch New Flyknit Runner in Spring 2027

Nike is set to release a new Flyknit model, the Flyknit Runner, in spring 2027 for just $100, a price point that raises questions about its performance capabilities compared to existing, more expensiv

Aylin Demir· Jun 7· 3 min
Kendall Jenner, the new global ambassador for K-Beauty brand Anua, posing gracefully with their signature skincare products.

Kendall Jenner becomes Anua's global ambassador for K-Beauty

With over 294 million Instagram followers, Kendall Jenner is now the global face of Anua, a K-Beauty brand known for its viral heartleaf toner and 'skinimalist' philosophy.

Aylin Demir· Jun 7· 3 min
Katie Holmes strikes a pose on the red carpet at the Tribeca Film Festival, showcasing her black patent Chloé Cleia sandals with her elegant dress.

Katie Holmes' Chloé Cleia Sandals at 'Happy Hours' Premiere

At the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival, Katie Holmes premiered 'Happy Hours' – a film she wrote, directed, and stars in – wearing black patent Chloé Cleia sandals.

Aylin Demir· Jun 7· 3 min
The New School campus with empty chairs on the quad, symbolizing recent job cuts and financial restructuring.

The New School cuts 87 jobs amid financial restructuring

The New School, a bastion of progressive education, has cut 87 jobs, including 19 full-time faculty, just months after offering voluntary separation packages.

Aylin Demir· Jun 6· 3 min
A single, worn American-made combat boot displayed under a spotlight in a congressional hearing room, representing the failed BOOTS Act.

House lawmakers fail to pass BOOTS Act for American-made military boots

In a 38-18 vote, House lawmakers struck down legislation that would have mandated the U.

Aylin Demir· Jun 6· 3 min
A stylish woman in a Clare V. swimsuit and handbag enjoys a sunny beach day, showcasing the brand's new swimwear collection.

Clare V. Tells Brand Story, Showcases Product Line

Clare V., a brand synonymous with chic handbags, has just launched a 27-piece limited-edition swimwear capsule collection, priced between $50 and $275, marking its inaugural entry into the highly comp

Aylin Demir· Jun 5· 3 min
Families enjoying a stylish summer evening event with children in Janie and Jack clothing at Limelight Hotels.

Janie and Jack Launch Summer Nights Series at Limelight Hotels

The Limelight 2026 event, a key component of the newly announced Janie and Jack Limelight Hotels Summer Nights Series, has already sold out, indicating immediate and high demand for the premium childr

Aylin Demir· Jun 4· 3 min
The four Nader Sisters showcasing Quay Australia's 2026 summer sunglasses collection in a stylish, outdoor fashion shoot.

Quay Australia Launches 2026 Summer Sunglasses With Nader Sisters

Eyewear brand Quay enlisted all four Nader Sisters – Brooks, Mary Holland, Grace Ann, and Sarah Jane – for its new 'Made to Be Seen' summer capsule collection.

Aylin Demir· Jun 4· 3 min
A luxury Swiss watch rests on dry, cracked earth with a blurred American flag in the background, symbolizing a sharp decline in US exports.

Swiss Watch Exports to U.S. Drop 56.4% in April

Swiss watch exports to the United States plummeted by a staggering 56.

Aylin Demir· Jun 2· 3 min
Factory workers looking towards a distant government building, symbolizing the wait for regulatory approval impacting hardship relief.

Manufacturers Offer Hardship Relief, Face 2026 Hurdles

Even as manufacturers announce hardship relief for their employees, the very regulatory processes that could ease their burden, such as Phase 2 of EPA reviews, can drag on for up to 70 business days,

Aylin Demir· Jun 2· 4 min
Models and designers in a luxurious Parisian atelier during Paris Couture Week, showcasing the anticipation of new haute couture collections.

Paris Couture Week Unveils 2026 Schedule With New Debuts

Pierpaolo Piccioli, fresh from Valentino, will unveil his highly anticipated debut for Balenciaga couture on July 9 at midday.

Aylin Demir· Jun 2· 3 min
Members of the Canadian national men's soccer team posing confidently in custom-made Samuelsohn suits, showcasing a fusion of athletic prowess and high fashion.

Samuelsohn Outfits Canada Soccer Team

Montreal-based luxury suit maker Samuelsohn will unveil custom suits for Canada's national men's soccer team this month, marking a significant push by fashion brands into high-profile sports endorseme

Aylin Demir· Jun 1· 3 min
The newly reopened Dior boutique in Saint-Tropez, featuring a chic pop-up restaurant with a menu by Michelin-starred chef Mauro Colagreco.

Dior Saint-Tropez boutique reopens with Mauro Colagreco eateries

In Saint-Tropez, Dior's newly reopened boutique on June 1, 2026, now features a pop-up restaurant where the menu changes based on ingredients available for as little as 20 days, according to WWD .

Aylin Demir· Jun 1· 3 min
Ethereal silhouette of Marilyn Monroe in an iconic gown, surrounded by modern fashion designs, symbolizing her enduring influence on today's designers.

Marilyn Monroe's Fashion Still Inspires Top Designers Today

In 2022, Kim Kardashian wore Marilyn Monroe's iconic bedazzled nude dress from 1962 to the Met Gala, a garment so delicate it had been stored in a darkened vault, according to Galerie Magazine .

Aylin Demir· May 31· 3 min
Naomi Osaka in a custom Kevin Germanier beaded upcycled couture outfit on the French Open tennis court.

Naomi Osaka Wears Custom Kevin Germanier Outfit at French Open

For her first-round match at the 2026 French Open, Naomi Osaka walked onto the court in a semi-sheer pleated maxi skirt and a sleeveless zip-up corset.

Aylin Demir· May 30· 3 min
Split screen showing modern textile innovation and luxurious fashion, with two leaders symbolizing new CEO appointments at Lenzing and Lanvin.

Lenzing Names Georg Kasperkovitz New CEO, Lanvin Appoints New Leader

Barbara Werschine's appointment as Lanvin's new chief executive marks a significant leadership overhaul in the luxury sector, mirroring a similar change at textile giant Lenzing, both occurring around

Aylin Demir· May 30· 3 min