Prada arguably owns the most magical Christmas campaign of 2025. A cinematic road trip through snowy mountains and whisper-quiet forests, the film follows a group of friends whose journey becomes a tender story of return, the emotional act of going home.Inspired by this feeling that so many of us live every December, we created a … Read more
Bhavitha Mandana Chanel show—remember this phrase, because it marks a turning point in fashion history. At the latest Chanel Métiers d’Art show in New York, staged in an abandoned subway station, the first figure stepping out of a train carriage wasn’t a Parisienne, a Hollywood starlet, or a runway veteran.It was Bhavitha Mandana, 25 years … Read more
Close your eyes and think of your grandparents—sitting side by side on a weathered park bench, hands intertwined, their love a quiet, enduring presence. Remember the warmth of their stories, the twinkle in their eyes when they spoke of “the early days,” and the simple joy of a life built together. Monogamy, once the backbone … Read more
If there is one accessory quietly defining the most stylish faces in Paris, Lisbon, Copenhagen, and New York, it’s Paloceras sculptural eyewear. You’ve seen the frames, bold, inflated, strangely sensual, perched on the noses of Róisín Murphy, Djibril Cissé, Fumina Tsuji, Carol Morais, Rylé Tuvierra, Vitória Mota, and a constellation of artists who never follow … Read more
Zara has just unveiled its latest designer partnership: SOSHIOTSUKI x ZARA, a capsule crafted with Japanese designer Soshi Otsuki and built around the theme “A Sense of Togetherness.”Spanning womenswear, menswear and kids, the collection is already available online and in selected stores. But beyond the aesthetics, this collaboration taps into one of the biggest cultural … Read more
Since around 2021, we’ve witnessed the rise of the Luxury Advent Calendars. Brands like Tiffany, Chanel, Dior, and Net-a-Porter now tempt us with advent calendars where each day reveals a luxurious treat, reminding us that Christmas is on the horizon. But honestly, how exactly do perfumes, jewellery, and high-end cosmetics help us reflect on baby … Read more
The Reading Trend: Why Books Matter More Than Ever in the Age of Artificial Intelligence The return of reading might be the most unexpected trend of 2025. From Miu Miu’s Literary Club in Shanghai to Gen Z turning libraries into social sanctuaries, books are suddenly the most desirable objects in a world dominated by artificial … Read more
We’re deep into autumn and heading fast toward winter, the official season of lunches, dinners, and cocktail parties. After fashion week’s creative storm, we’re ready to experiment. What’s clear from the SS26 collections is that nothing has changed dramatically, except maybe at Dior and Chanel. Minimalism still rules. Neutrals and generous cuts remain the safest … Read more
There’s a moment, just before winter truly begins, when the mountains start calling, and honestly, who can resist? The crisp air, the crunch of fresh snow, that first coffee before hitting the slopes. Skiing isn’t just a sport; it’s a ritual of elegance. Ever since Brigitte Bardot, Audrey Hepburn, and Gianni Agnelli turned Gstaad and … Read more
“Amiga.” A word in Portuguese, Spanish and Catalan that means the person you share everything with: your heartbreaks, your financial chaos, your perfume, and the secret list of brands you swear by. So, amiga, today we’re letting you in on ours: the fashion and jewellery brands we love. Let’s go! Loulou de Saison — Discreet … Read more
The Lyst Index is fashion’s quarterly scoreboard, ranking the favourite fashion brands and products worldwide. Compiled by Lyst, the leading fashion-tech shopping platform, it reflects what 160 million shoppers are searching, clicking, and buying every year. The formula behind it mixes data from product views, sales (where available), and social-media engagement. In other words, the … Read more
We’ve officially entered party season, the most social two months of the year. Between dinners with friends, office cocktails, and family gatherings, your wardrobe needs to multitask. Luckily, COS Festive Collection 2025 is here, and it’s everything we want this season: sculptural silhouettes, rich textures, and that understated London cool we love. COS Festive Is … Read more
Masters of the Air, the captivating series available on Apple TV+ since January 26, 2024, does more than recount the valiant stories of World War II’s bomber boys. It also throws the spotlight on the iconic bomber jackets that became synonymous with the American airmen’s uniforms and now symbolizes timeless style and valour. So let’s … Read more
Fashion Stole My Smile — Until Chanel Brought It Back Victoria Beckham once turned her signature poker face into a joke. Tired of hearing that she never smiled, the witty British designer appeared in public wearing a T-shirt that read “Fashion Stole My Smile.” The truth is, there’s an unspoken rule in fashion about smiling. … Read more
The Spring/Summer 2026 season hit the runways hard — full of surprises, creative debuts, and yes, a few viral moments. But the best part? Many of the looks we saw at Paris Fashion Week SS26 can already be worn now. And they are the quintessence of effortless styling.Get ahead before Zara & Co. start dropping … Read more
What a season for fashion September/October was — the fashion weeks served up SS26 collections like parties thrown by Gods. The stress and expectations were higher than the cocaine levels in London’s water. Let’s dive into what happened after all that feather-shaking, with so many creative directors hopping maisons. Meanwhile, luxury’s desperate to boost its … Read more
Shoes are the true game-changers when it comes to updating your wardrobe for a new season. Our Shoe Guide for Fall 2025 shows how classic silhouettes evolve while new styles bring fresh energy to your look. Fashion this season is about comfort and practicality, but shoes keep the edge, making them more avant-garde than clothes. … Read more
Ah, the luxurious world of natural yarns: Cashmere, Merino, Shetland and Mohair. Once reserved for couture houses and old-money wardrobes, these fibres have made their way into the mainstream. Today, even your favourite high-street brands offer jumpers in these once-elite materials. Of course, you’ll pay more than you would for a polyester blend, but the … Read more
From tradition to activism The Palestinian scarf, or keffiyeh, was born as a practical piece of Middle Eastern clothing. Farmers wore it to protect themselves from the sun and dust. But in the 1960s, under the leadership of Yasser Arafat and the PLO, it took on a new meaning: it became a political emblem of … Read more
This classic and timeless pattern is everywhere this Fall/Winter 25–26, from the high street to high luxury. Let’s dive into its history and how to enjoy the Argyle comeback. A Scottish Legacy Reimagined The argyle pattern, that signature arrangement of overlapping diamonds crossed by diagonal lines, has long roots in Scottish tradition. Its name comes … Read more
Fashion is going through an identity crisis. Designers, terrified of missing sales targets, are playing it too safe. Which is why recent seasons feel like déjà vu: the same silhouettes, the same muted palettes, the same oversized shoulders and plain T-shirts. If you’re thinking how boring, you’re not alone. But don’t worry, here come some … Read more
Once again, COS returned to New York Fashion Week to unveil its Autumn/Winter 25/26 collection. New York may be the opening act of the fashion season, but don’t expect wild reinventions—what we’re seeing is evolution, refinement, and the kind of consistency fashion actually needs. The city’s energy perfectly mirrors the mood of collections from Michael … Read more
The Italian designer Giorgio Armani has passed away at the age of 91, still active and at the helm of his eponymous brand. What a privilege! Armani revolutionised fashion in the 1980s with his deconstructed, fluid tailoring. Think Richard Gere in American Gigolo or Julia Roberts and Diane Keaton in their boyish looks. So this … Read more