How social media are killing the notion of the old-fashioned catwalk

The idea of new collections not being available to buy for months is outmoded in a world of instant gratification and incessant buying

Grace Coddington: the woman who made fashion art

Over 30 years she created some of US Vogue’s most exciting and influential photo spreads, but now Grace Coddington has stepped aside. Is this a turning point for the industry?

Dolce & Gabbana launches luxury hijab collection

High-end fashion range targeting Muslim shoppers features hijabs printed with daisies, lemons and red roses

From Posh to classy: how Victoria Beckham won over fashion world

Hard graft, force of will – and cash to invest – helped turn former Spice Girl into a respected designer and businesswoman

Cutting-edge knitting: is this the future of textiles?

Tamsin Blanchard meets the young designers using 3D technology and social media to breathe new life into knitwear

Fashion world fears designer burnout as pressure takes its toll

As star names quit Lanvin and Christian Dior, is the business model of six high-profile collections a year sustainable?