Alexander McQueen Autumn Winter 2017: Inspired by the Cloutie Tree

Nodding to the ancient traditions of Cornwall, the new season at Alexander McQueen draws inspiration from pagan landscapes, creative communities and the spirituality of the Cloutie Tree. These trees are places of pilgrimage, where travellers tie colourful ribbons to represent their wishes and dreams. Inspired by the Cornish Cloutie tree, the iconic Four Ring Clutch … Read more

Heel appeal: how the sexy shoe became the new status quo

The catwalk has recently favoured outrage over allure. But now, whether it’s the Duchess of Cambridge’s vertiginous Pradas or Rihanna’s beloved rhinestone Saint Laurent boots, high heels are back

Haute on the high street: the best designer collaborations this autumn

Want catwalk looks at pocket-money prices? From JW Anderson at Uniqlo to Erdem for H&M, here are the collections to note for next season

Lanvin fashion house appoints second artistic director in two years

Appointment of ‘e-couture’ expert viewed as an attempt to relaunch historic fashion house for a digital audience following Bouchra Jarrar’s exit

Glitz, glamour and tragedy: how Gianni Versace rewrote the rules of fashion

Two decades have passed since the designer’s murder. From embracing celebrity power to challenging sartorial snobbery, it is clear he was ahead of his time

An homage to happiness and celebration: Chaumet, Dior Joaillerie, Boucheron, Louis Vuitton and Bulgari unveil new high jewelry collections

Haute Joaillerie: Bvlgari, Dior, Chaumet, Dolce & Gabbana, Boucheron and Louis Vuitton continue to explore the art de vivre. BVLGARI – Bvlgari Festa high jewellery collection Entitled “Festa”, the spectacular high jewellery collection of over a hundred Bulgari jewels and watches is inspired by emblematic figures whose destinies helped shape the legend of Rome, such as … Read more