The comeback knit: how fashion fell for the cardigan

Sweaters monopolised our winter wardrobes, but this spring expect to see a new knitwear star: the cardigan. From Rihanna’s granny chic to Christopher Kane, it’s time for the twinset

Raf Simons takes Dior’s nature theme up a notch with ‘something more liberated’

Autumn/winter 2015 ready to wear collection makes reference to heritage but patent boots, seen in couture show, add a sassy edge

Balmain channels 70s and 80s Saint Laurent in Paris

Key shape in Olivier Rousteing’s autumn/winter collection was high-waisted trousers and nipped-in jackets in colours the late designer would have approved

Dries Van Noten chooses independent women for Paris catwalk playlist

Rihanna, Kate Bush, Missy Elliott and Destiny’s Child are on the soundtrack as the designer unveils his eclectic collection in the French capital

Giorgio Armani keeps glamour high despite Madonna’s fall

Italian designer’s cape may have made the Queen of Pop tumble at the Brits, but he can still put on a sparkling show

Dolce & Gabbana celebrates motherhood at Milan fashion week

Fashion brand’s autumn/winter collection includes drawings by children, and models on catwalk carrying babies and toddlers