MARCH IN FASHION

It's rare for the audience to erupt into applause after the collection was shown, but it happened at Chanel's Fall 2024 show in Paris this morning after Penélope Cruz, Brad Pitt, two Oscar-winning actors joined forces on screen for a short film.

In this film, the iconic Chanel bag takes center stage, albeit silently. This morning, to the surprise of many, the film had its world premiere before the collection was unveiled. Directed by Inez & Vinoodh, the film pays homage to the emotionally charged 1966 New Wave classic "A Man and a Woman."

In the original film, Anouk Aimée and Jean-Louis Trintignant portray two widowed parents who cross paths at their children's boarding school, igniting a series of events fueled by the intensity of their mutual attraction.

 

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A minimalist trend known as 'quiet luxury' and the rise of logo-free fashion are becoming long-lasting trends. While luxury items adorned with highly visible logos have been popular for years, this trend seems to be reaching a saturation point in some markets.

Instead, there is a noticeable shift towards more discreet fashion choices, which reflects changing consumer shopping behaviors that prioritize environmentally friendly fashion and intentional, thoughtful purchases rather than impulsive buying.

A significant increase in online searches is observed for terms like 'quiet luxury,' 'stealth wealth,' and 'old money style,' and compared retailers' purchases during the period from January 1st to May 15th, 2023, with the same period in the previous year according to Joor.

"Joor's latest data confirms the shift towards 'quiet luxury' replacing logos, particularly among retailers based in North America and Europe. While logos still have their place, they are now taking a back seat to a luxurious, unbranded aesthetic that is subtle, understated, and focused on the wearer. The substantial growth in orders and wholesale transaction volume on Joor from renowned 'quiet luxury' brands reaffirms this trend," commented Kristin Savilia, the CEO of Joor, in a statement.

MOSCHINO

To commemorate its 40th anniversary, renowned Italian fashion brand Moschino will host a special tribute fashion show during Milan Fashion Week on September 21st. This remarkable event aims to pay homage to the visionary founder, Franco Moschino. Prominent stylists, such as Katie Grand and Carlyne Cerf de Dudzeele, will present 10 modern ensembles each, drawing inspiration from Franco Moschino's iconic designs.

GABRIELA HEARST 2023 COUTURE COUNCIL AWARD FOR ARTISTRY OF FASHION

Uruguayan-American designer Gabriela Hearst has been selected as the recipient of the 2023 Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion, presented by the Museum at FIT. The prestigious ceremony will take place at the annual luncheon on September 6th at the Lincoln Center in New York City.

Expressing her gratitude, Hearst stated in a press release, "It is a tremendous honor for me and my team to receive the 2023 Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion from such a esteemed institution in the world of design. Designing with consideration for others and the environment not only gives us a sense of purpose, but also allows us to channel our creativity."

Hearst is being recognized for her remarkable achievements as the creative director of French fashion house Chloé, as well as for her eponymous brand established in 2015. Renowned for her luxurious and eco-conscious ranch-inspired creations, Hearst made history in the fashion industry by presenting the first-ever carbon-neutral runway for the Spring/Summer 2020 collection.

ALIA BHATT - FIRST INDIAN GLOBAL AMBASSADOR OF GUCCI

Alia Bhatt, the talented actress, is set to achieve global superstardom as she becomes Gucci's inaugural global ambassador from India. After her successful debut on the red carpet of the highly exclusive Met Gala 2023, the fashion event of the year, it comes as no surprise that Bhatt has been chosen to expand her presence in the fashion world.

With her outstanding performance in the critically acclaimed film RRR, which has garnered attention worldwide and received a Golden Globe nomination, Bhatt is making significant strides on the global stage. While she may have recently gained recognition in Hollywood with Heart of Stone, Alia Bhatt's rise to prominence has been rapid, and now she is poised to conquer the fashion industry.

PETER DO AND HELMUT LANG

Peter Do has assumed the prestigious position at Helmut Lang. In a statement, Do expressed his deep admiration for Helmut Lang, stating that no one epitomized radical thinking more than him. He feels incredibly honored to be entrusted with advancing Lang's legacy into the next chapter.

Do is overseeing both the men's and women's collections at Helmut Lang, reporting directly to CEO Dinesh Tandon. Tandon expressed excitement about Do joining as the Creative Director, emphasizing that Do's distinct and innovative design approach aligns perfectly with the brand's ethos and rich heritage. Notably, Do will also continue to lead his eponymous brand alongside his new role.

 
 

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Jacquemus took over Galleries Lafayette Haussmann in Paris. Arthur Lemoine, the department store's head of product purchasing, said “Jacquemus is a brand for everyone, regardless of age or country, and it is accessible” thanks, in particular, to “its strong roots in the French cultural imagination.” This is an opportunity for Galeries Lafayette to attract younger consumers.

Rihanna announces her comeback in Fashion with upcoming collaboration with PUMA.

Models and robots shared the runway at Coperni show. The brand collaborated with Boston Dynamics. Eerie or fascinating or both?

Prada reevaluated the beauty of formal and uniform dressing. The shoes can fly you places.

It was a black tie occasion at Maison Valentino this season. The show took place at a club under one of Paris's bridges with ancient stone walls and arches. Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas, Emma Roberts, Ashley Park, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Sam Smith, Buz Luhrman, Tina Leung and many, many more.

 

Naomi Campbell steals the show at Off White by new art director Ib Kamara

A shifting pallet at Hermes. Enchanting colors, reds and browns with soft rose gold and radiant yellow. And black is present bien sur.

As always Browne promoted creativy. “My shows are never about selling the clothes. They’re about the ideas that will then sell the clothes in the showroom,”

“It’s about seeing things again, seeing each other, seeing humanity, caring about each other, not just walking around with heads down” said Sarah Burton, creative director of Alexander McQueen.

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Jared Leto to produce and start in the film about Karl Lagerfeld.

Yes, Jared is confirmed to play Kalr Lagerfeld alongsid his partner Emma Ludbrook and it will be done through their production company, Paradox. The storyline is confidentialbut what we do know is that the film will be around Lagerfeld's relationships in life. Leto said: “Karl has always been an inspiration to me. He was a true polymath, an artist, an innovator, a leader and, most importantly, a kind man.

“When we came together with the Karl Lagerfeld team, we immediately shared a creative vision of doing a respectful ode to Karl while pushing the artistic boundaries of what a biopic can be.”

Kaia Gerber Joined Zara and Presented the Collection In Paris

The latest Zara collaborator is a model and look-alike daughter of supermodel Cindy Crawford, Kaia Gerber. An elegant house party in the heart of Paris was thrown by Gerber at the once home of remembered Japanese designer Kenzo Takada. “I wanted to collection to feel really authentic,” Gerber explained. “Pieces that I would wear and could be inclusive to everyone.”

Pacsun Capsule Collection With The Met

Fashion and art. New day, new collaboration and this time it's Pacsun x The Met. Named 'The Study of Fine Arts: Highlights from The Met Reimagined by Pacsun', this collection draws inspiration from late 19th century paintings. It included 3D fall and winter pieces, socks, hats, t-shirts and more and all featuring historic oil painting designs.

Christian Louboutin To Launch Kids & Pets line

Loubifamily is what Christian Louboutin calling a brand-new product category designed to cater kids and beloved pets that is launching for autumn/winter 2022. The store will debut in London, New YOrk and Shanghai and online in early November. The brand says that the opening is “one-of-a-kind universe" that "promises to be a hit with the entire family”.

 

Cher closes Balmain Show in Paris

Another iconic moment to remember when Cher closed Balmain show in Paris at the Jean Bouin Stadium. Music artist joined the designer Olivier Rousteing on the runway wearing Balmain's jumpsuit and platform boots. At 76 she rocked the runway like no other.

Coperni Steals The Attention At PFW With Its Finale

The Coperni designers — Sébastien Meyer and Arnaud Vaillan, known for their innovative designs and this time they did not disappoint. Coperni closed Paris Fashion week show with model Bella Hadid entering the runway in a G-string only and getting a dress sprayed onto her by two men artists. The moment that went viral on social media makes Bella the model of the year and brought a lot of attention to the brand. Bravo!

Fashion Photographer Roxanne Lowit dies at 80

Her work captured fashion shows and stars of it in the most realistic light, revealing behind the curtain events from the Studio 54 era of Halston and Yves Saint Laurent in the 1970s through the rise of the so-called supermodels as pop stars in the 1990s to the emergence of designers like Virgil Abloh and Demna in the hip-hop era.

Her relationship with Saint Laurent would be one of the most defining of her career. She was one of the few photographers admitted to his glittering inner circle. Pierre Bergé, wrote in the introduction to her 2014 book, Roxanne Lowit Photographs Yves Saint Laurent, which collated over two decades worth of imagery of the designer and his orbit. “Her sharp eye has been able to capture the most secret situations, the most hidden of mysteries.”