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SS25 on social media: Is less really more?

Amidst the economic turbulence of the luxury sector, it was not the seemingly endless creative director changes or Alessandro Michele’s Valentino debut that drove SS25. Instead, brands and their marketing departments were faced with the challenge of either becoming creative with fewer resources or questioning established rules. Alongside these...

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NYFW SS25: Top Color Combinations

According to Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, “Colors for NYFW SS25 combine comfort and glam, blending wearability with desirability”.The Institute predicted that the standout colors would include eco-inspired foliage greens, expansive blues, earthy browns, pastel hues, and captivating exotic brights.” This...

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Fashion Week: Profitable investment or poker move?

Fashion week, while a true showcase for the fashion industry, is a complex strategic operation. Paris Fashion Week kicked off on 23 September, offering experts the chance to take a look behind the scenes of such an event. Recent reports reveal the fundamentals of this industry: the costs are exorbitant, but so are the profitability stakes. So...

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Christian Siriano to launch affordable bridal with Azazie

US direct-to-consumer bridal and special occasion dress brand Azazie is collaborating with award-winning CFDA designer Christian Siriano on an affordable bridal collection launching in October. Three pieces from the collaboration, one bridal and two bridesmaids look in all black, were unveiled during Siriano’s New York Fashion Week SS25 show on...

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New York finds its footing in famous faces, global presence and political statements

New York Fashion Week has officially wrapped up its SS25 season, and before we head off to its British counterpart in London we are taking a look back at some of the highlights from a week in the Big Apple. And what a week it was. So much so that a question has continued to arise within the wider fashion community; has New York got its spark...

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NYFW SS25 street style: Fancy denim, modern preppy, baggy shorts and more

Labor Day in early September marks the end of the summer season, and for many New Yorkers can be fraught with a sense of melancholy. However, for others, it means the beginning of a month-long foray into the future of fashion. Nowhere is that excitement more palpable than on the streets outside the various runway shows and presentations. Fashion...

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Michael Kors brings Italian air to New York Fashion Week

Fashion designer Michael Kors brought an Italian air to New York Fashion Week, presenting his Spring/Summer 2025 collection Tuesday as the brand remains embroiled in a legal battle with competition authorities. The show at a Manhattan cultural space followed the start of hearings in New York this week over the US antitrust agency seeking to...

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Unexpected collaborations spotted at NYFW SS25

With so many eyes from all corners of the industry analyzing what is being presented on the catwalk during New York Fashion Week (NYFW), many designers use this moment in the spotlight to unveil a new collaboration or partnership. Over the years, the art of collaboration has proven to be a highly effective marketing strategy, particularly in...

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Weaving the story that Michael Fausto has to tell at NYFW SS25

With New York Fashion Week (NYFW) SS25 taking over the sidewalks of the city, the six-day event sees industry icons from Tory Burch to Ralph Lauren and Michael Kore presenting their upcoming collections. Alongside these fashion veterans, several newcomers, including New Jersey designer Michael Fausto, are showcasing their collections for the...

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New York’s fashion industry is yet to recover, but what can be done to save it?

New York Fashion Week (NYFW) SS25 remains ongoing, and while previously cloaked in the shadows of its European counterparts, the increased presence of celebrity front-rowers and the inclusion of brands once dedicated to Paris or Milan could signal a return to its original status. The city’s wider industry has also been undergoing a revival after...

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5 Brands Debuting at New York Fashion Week

With New York Fashion Week in full swing, the city has been a hive of activity as the industry comes together to witness the upcoming Spring/Summer 2025 collections from leading names, from Prabal Gurung and Carolina Herrera to Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren. However, next to these industry heavyweights, there are several newcomers to the...

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Finnish fashion makes waves at New York Fashion Week

Underscoring the growing global influence of Nordic design, the Consul General of Finland has thrown a spotlight on two of the country's most promising fashion labels during New York Fashion Week. The presentation, organised in collaboration with the Finnish Textile & Fashion Association, offers a compelling glimpse into the diverse and...