Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published April 25, 2025 Barcelona embraced both rebellion and romance during its 2025 edition of Barcelona Bridal Night. Among the high-profile names that have previously graced this event—Marchesa, Viktor&Rolf, Elie Saab, and Giambattista Valli—this year’s spotlight fell on iconic British label Vivienne Westwood. On April 24, the brand unveiled its…
By Bloomberg Published April 23, 2025 The $1.7 trillion fashion industry is a major polluter: By one estimate, it’s responsible for between 8% and 10% of annual greenhouse gas emissions, more than aviation and shipping combined. Bloomberg Clothes manufacturing relies on fossil-fuel-derived fibers like polyester and guzzles energy and water. And the churn of fast…
Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published April 23, 2025 From April 1 to 4, the Recinto Modernista de Sant Pau hosted the 35th edition of the biannual fashion event. This latest spring edition of the runway shows, organized by the 080 Barcelona Fashion platform, was defined by a diverse roster of brands—featuring both established names from…
After twenty years of climbing the crime ladder, Oakland has been enjoying a new lease on life for the past few months. Long in the shadow of San Francisco, this symbol of American diversity – almost 50% of its population is Black and Latino – is showing a new optimism, with cutting-edge fashion boutiques opening…
Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published April 22, 2025 Deep sorrow and great emotion have marked the response of the global fashion industry following the death of Pope Francis, who passed away at 7:35 a.m. on April 21. Photo of Pope Francis I shared by Donatella Versace. – Donatella Versace/Instagram Across the creative and cultural…
Copenhagen Fashion Week’s (CPHFW) influence continues to reach far and wide even though it’s not one of the ‘big four’ fashion weeks, and that influence means it also continues to forge partnerships beyond Denmark’s borders. The latest is with London’s Victoria and Albert Museum. Copenhagen Fashion Week CPHFW and the V&A are collaborating for the…
Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published April 22, 2025 From April 8 to 11, Bogotá welcomed the fourth edition of Universo Mola Fashion Week, positioning the event as Latin America’s only sustainable fashion week with growing international recognition. Held at EAN University and co-hosted by the Laverde Foundation, the event brought together designers, brands, institutions,…
It’s a trend that experts are calling “resortcore”: wearing a garment or accessory embroidered with the insignia of a luxury hotel. While this is not a new trend, in recent months it has become all the rage, radically transforming classic hotel merchandising. The Beverly Hills Hotel x The Sil Shop – The Beverly Hills Hotel…
On a recent morning, Catharine Dahm ducked into Raf’s, the French-Italian bakery and restaurant on a pocket-size block of Elizabeth Street in downtown Manhattan. It was her first time there, but before the check had even arrived, she was resolved to return. “This is going to be my regular spot while I’m here,” said Ms….
Fashion Revolution, which says it’s the world’s largest fashion activism movement, has announced details for Fashion Revolution Week 2025 that runs from 22-27 April. Photo: Pixabay The theme this year is Think Globally, Act Locally as it aims to engage local communities and policy-makers. It’s an undeniably big aim and comes “as governments worldwide backslide…