Raf Simons on life after Calvin Klein: ‘I’ve never defined myself as a fashion designer’

In one of his first interviews since leaving the New York fashion house, Simons talks about the joy of designing textiles for Danish fabric company Kvadrat and his plans to open an art foundation

Super supple, oversized and gender-neutral: xxl – Delvaux x Jean Colonna latest Brillant design

      Low-key and seductive, Delvaux’s latest Brillant bag called xxl is the result of a collaboration with French cult fashion designer of the 1990s Jean Colonna. Flexible and infused with a gender-neutral style, this is a bag that is for both men and women. Combining an intimate sense of luxury with a rock … Read more

Rodent leather and designer kidneys: art in the age of bio-revolution

Bespoke breasts, cloned frog meat and a gold gimp suit all feature in a remarkable new exhibition exploring the cutting edge of science

A multi-million-pound historic renovation brings Belmond Cadogan Hotel back on stage

    Belmond Cadogan Hotel London, an address rich in history and heritage, which has played host to socialites, artists, and aristocrats throughout history, opens following a multi-million-pound historic renovation. From the rich Georgian interiors to the enchanting gardens, every detail will take your breath away. Chelsea Chic: ‘Belmond Cadogan Hotel is a London legend … Read more

Harrods eyes massive online expansion via Farfetch global e-commerce platform

  Harrods and Farfetch to work together to provide Harrods a global e-commerce platform. Achieving the highest level of customer service in a digital world can be difficult, which is why Harrods, one of the world’s most famous department stores, has chosen to partner with Farfetch, one of the leading global technology platforms for the luxury … Read more

Virginie Viard: Karl Lagerfeld’s trusted collaborator takes the spotlight

The late fashion designer has kept Viard at his side for decades. Now, it appears she has been tasked with keeping his legacy going