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In Paris, Independents Find Space Between Heavy-Hitters
Between the luxury mega brands that dominate the schedule, a flock of young labels shone through.
In Paris, Independents Find Space Between Heavy-Hitters
Between the luxury mega brands that dominate the schedule, a flock of young labels shone through.
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Paco Rabanne's Global Bohemia
In Julien Dossena's capable hands, a cocktail of far-flung cultures was shaken, not stirred, making for one of the season's best collections.
Paco Rabanne's Global Bohemia
In Julien Dossena's capable hands, a cocktail of far-flung cultures was shaken, not stirred, making for one of the season's best collections.
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Jock Prom at Off-White
The designer said he was “celebrating women and using sport as a metaphor." But the clothes didn’t feel as vital as his message.
Jock Prom at Off-White
The designer said he was “celebrating women and using sport as a metaphor." But the clothes didn’t feel as vital as his message.
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Hedi Slimane’s Celine Reboot Is Here
Parent company LVMH and its superstar designer have big ambitions for the brand formerly helmed by Phoebe Philo.
Hedi Slimane’s Celine Reboot Is Here
Parent company LVMH and its superstar designer have big ambitions for the brand formerly helmed by Phoebe Philo.
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Eerie Power at Rick Owens
He was wrestling with his nihilistic mood, but what was most striking about his collection was how celebratory it looked.
Eerie Power at Rick Owens
He was wrestling with his nihilistic mood, but what was most striking about his collection was how celebratory it looked.
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Chloé's Neo-Hippie Consciousness
The easiness, the flow of the collection suggested maximum impact with relatively minimum effort.
Chloé's Neo-Hippie Consciousness
The easiness, the flow of the collection suggested maximum impact with relatively minimum effort.
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Welcome Simplicity in Paris
At Lemaire and Rochas, sophistication and elegance made for strong and soulful collections.
Welcome Simplicity in Paris
At Lemaire and Rochas, sophistication and elegance made for strong and soulful collections.
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Dries van Noten's Seductive Unpredictability
The collection was Dries at his very best, working the contrasts between high and low and marrying the functional beauty of workwear to the embroidered glories of something approaching couture.
Dries van Noten's Seductive Unpredictability
The collection was Dries at his very best, working the contrasts between high and low and marrying the functional beauty of workwear to the embroidered glories of something approaching couture.
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Transformational Defiance at Maison Margiela
In the midst of our deeply chaotic nowness, John Galliano nailed the moment.
Transformational Defiance at Maison Margiela
In the midst of our deeply chaotic nowness, John Galliano nailed the moment.
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On Joy and Rigour at Saint Laurent
Anthony Vaccarello scores with his own hard-edged style, but the elephant in the room on Tuesday was his predecessor Hedi Slimane.
On Joy and Rigour at Saint Laurent
Anthony Vaccarello scores with his own hard-edged style, but the elephant in the room on Tuesday was his predecessor Hedi Slimane.
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In Paris, the Old Is New Again
The next generation of French fashion designers, including Simon Porte Jacquemus and Marine Serre, has arrived and they are challenging the establishment.
In Paris, the Old Is New Again
The next generation of French fashion designers, including Simon Porte Jacquemus and Marine Serre, has arrived and they are challenging the establishment.
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Spectacle and Intensity at Dior
Accompanying dancers embodied a delirious, entrancing freedom that distracted from the collection's gloomy severity.
Spectacle and Intensity at Dior
Accompanying dancers embodied a delirious, entrancing freedom that distracted from the collection's gloomy severity.
The News in Brief
Hugo Boss Profit, Sales Beat Estimates Amid Turnaround Effort
The German designer brand reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter results driven by its strategy to close stores and revamp its offerings.
LVMH Names Deputy CEO of Beauty Division, Parfums Christian Dior
Philippe Farnier, a longtime LVMH executive, will step into the new role effective immediately, reporting to divisional head Véronique Courtois.
Reliance Retail Acquires Pahadi Local
India’s largest retailer has acquired Himalayan skincare brand Pahadi Local amid a global surge in demand for Indian beauty and wellness.
Henkel Acquires Hair Care Brand Not Your Mother’s
The German consumer giant is expanding its US hair care presence with the the fast-growing, teen-favourite brand.
Muji Is Turning Skincare Into Its Next Growth Engine
The Japanese retailer is betting on its fast-growing, value-for-money skincare products to drive growth at home and abroad.
Fast Fashion Garments Pile Up in South Asia as Middle East Conflict Grounds Planes
Shipments of garments for major retailers are stranded at airports in Bangladesh and India as the conflict in the Middle East forces airlines cancel flights.
Saks Global to Shut 15 More Stores as Part of Restructuring
The luxury retailer, which filed for bankruptcy earlier this year, will close more stores as it tries to cut losses and focus on more profitable, higher-end locations.