Zadie, Alexa, Coco: why does fashion love naming bags and clothes?

The industry obsession with certain monikers is no coincidence. Plus, was the reaction to Kim Kardashian’s naked selfie an example of body-shaming?

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

Givenchy debut at New York fashion week: diversity wins out over patriotism

Creative director Riccardo Tisci focuses on inclusion in a show that skirts the truly new in favour of a well honed formula uniting high street and high fashion

From the frow to the brow: how front row politics transcended fashion

Once upon a time, the most in-demand seat was on the front row of a Burberry show. Now it’s a seat courtside at the NBA playoffs and even in high-octane exercise classes

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

From Kim Kardashian to Dior: the new polo neck rules

Polo necks used to be practical, mum-approved items. No more! From Christian Dior’s Tokyo show to Celine’s Phoebe Philo, they are this season’s answer to high-glam warmth