Flat-pack fashion: Ikea takes swipe at Balenciaga’s $2,150 shopping bag
Swedish furniture giant issues a guide to identifying a genuine Frakta bag after influential fashion house launches uncannily similar tote
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Vogue and now Gucci: fashion takes steps outside a whitewashed world
Hopes Edward Enninful’s appointment as editor and Italian label’s campaign featuring only black models are part of long-term move towards diversity
Burberry Beauty luxury fragrances, cosmetics and skincare acquired by Coty
Coty is expanding its presence in luxury cosmetics and the global position in luxury fragrances with a new acquisition. Coty enters strategic partnership with Burberry, acquiring exclusive long-term license rights for Burberry Beauty Luxury Fragrances and Cosmetics. This week, Burberry announced the new Mr. Burberry Eau de Parfum. An intense interpretation of the original fragrance, … Read more
How I learned to stop worrying and love the suit
It is ageless, timeless and a great investment, so why has one writer and style director chosen never to wear a two-piece – until now?
Balenciaga, l’oeuvre au noir / A tribute to “the most Couture of Couturiers”
Fashion History: Balenciaga, l’oeuvre au noir – An alchemist of haute couture. Starting April 27th, the Palais Galliera in Paris will pay homage to the very popular singer, Dalida with an exhibition of her “On and Off-Stage” wardrobe, recently donated to the museum by her brother Orlando. The singer was a fervent lover of … Read more
The art of colour: why Victoria Beckham is channelling Van Gogh this season
One of spring’s biggest trends is duo-toning – wearing two contrasting hues. Art critic Jonathan Jones explains how 17th-century colour theory is influencing your wardrobe