Rick Edwards on style: men’s bags

Buying a bag can be fraught with problems if you’re a man. Here’s Rick’s pick (and not a carrier bag in sight)

New museum for French fashion legend Pierre Cardin – the evidence that fashion must constantly evolve

New museum for French fashion legend Pierre Cardin. French fashion legend Pierre Cardin (91), one of the longest-lasting living French fashion designers, opened the doors to its new 1,000 square metre museum in Paris, replacing the previous one opened in 2006. The museum designs which spanned his 70-year-career are a reflection of the man himself. The … Read more

2001: Space Odyssey – the fashion power of designer Hardy Amies

With the re-release of Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: Space Odyssey, Lauren Cochrane reports on the film’s secret weapon – the queen’s couturier Hardy Amies, who designed all the costumes

Edward Enninful honoured for his contribution to the global fashion industry

  At 2014 British Fashion Awards, Edward Enninful, one of the most influential voices in fashion and one of the most influential stylists in the industry, will receive the Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator. Enninful will be honoured at this year’s ceremony for his monumental contribution to the global fashion industry. Edward Enninful began his prolific … Read more

Kaleidoscopic Valentino for Harrods

 #Valentino x Harrods. Valentino’s Creative Directors, Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli opened the doors to Valentino Christmas world at Harrods with an exclusive capsule collection showcasing a colourful line-up of gowns, cocktail dresses, handbags and one-of-a-kind Christmas ornaments. Inspired by an iconic print from a 1973 Valentino show, the ready-to-wear collection boasts three ankle-skimming … Read more

The Grand Bal Dior – the party watch par excellence

A collection of craftsmanship that pushes horology to the highest level of splendor. The Dior VIII Grand Bal, the party watch par excellence, is inspired by Christian Dior’s passion for parties and dancing. Manufactured and assembled by hand, the rotor of the timepiece designed at the historic address of 30 Avenue Montaigne, Paris, features a … Read more