How New York’s department stores are fighting back against e-commerce
As classic retailers up the ante and new arrivals come to Manhattan’s famous shopping areas , what does the superstore of the future look like?
Life and style
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
Feathers and leathers: fashion houses give cycling a luxury makeover
From gold-plated forks to hand-crafted panniers, luxury goods retailers are adding bling to the bicycle
John Galliano to make his debut for Margiela in London next January
John Galliano, the current creative director at Maison Martin Margiela, who was previously fired from Christian Dior for making racist and anti-semitic remarks, has announced he will show his debut couture collection in London this January
Christian Dior is a (slimline) winner at Tokyo’s national sumo wrestling arena
Raf Simons’s futuristic collection forms the centre of the house’s charm offensive in Japan – and there’s not a kimono in sight
From grilled cheese sandwiches with gherkins to champagne saucers: what’s hot and what’s not this week
Say yes: Puma’s Arsène Wenger coat, Maharishi, Giorgio Armani lip maestro. Say no: the backwards soul patch, power suits, to-do lists, unnecessary covers