Perfume manufacturers must cope with the scarcity of precious supplies
The raw ingredients in famous brands are vulnerable to political upheaval, changes in agricultural practices and natural disasters
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Plan to put Tasmania’s south-west on tourist map fires up wilderness debate
A draft plan of management for the world heritage-listed area has opened a deep divide between conservationists who claim it is the greatest threat to the region in decades and tourism operators who say the proposed changes are long overdue
Prada, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana – the power trio hit Milan’s catwalks
At the weekend, the biggest labels in menswear shook up the industry with their autumn/winter 2015 menswear shows in Milan. Think cross-generational models, women on the menswear catwalk – and a low-key, but far from boring, collection from Versace
From Kardashian to couture: how Balmain got its 21st-century buzz
Olivier Rousteing, the fashion house’s 28-year-old creative director, explains why he’s obsessed with social media and star power
Gucci’s menswear collection defies expectations after Giannini exit
Early departure of design director sees androgyny take centre stage as long-haired, lace-clad male models rule the runway
It’s great that Céline is celebrating Joan Didion – but to sell accessories?
The line between celebration and exploitation is a fine one – and I’m not really sure my literary hero should be fronting a fashion advertisement