Peter Saville: the UK’s most famous graphic designer

He talks about the joy of Factory Records, hating the fashion industry and being sacked by the city of Manchester

Oscar de la Renta: the gowns and the gossip

Whether dressing stars from Sarah Jessica Parker to Amal Alamuddin or first ladies from Jackie Kennedy to Michelle Obama, Oscar de la Renta was both an establishment favourite and a cult hero. The Oscars red carpet wouldn’t be the same without him. Guardian fashion writers celebrate his glittering life in fashion

Are Hermès Birkin handbags putting the ‘stink’ in stinking rich?

In spite of their hefty price tag, some Birkin bags are reportedly being returned to the luxury brand – for smelling of cannabis

From circles to Chanel trainer envy: what’s hot and what’s not on planet fashion this week

Love: Cupertino, Kristin Scott Thomas, proper weekend telly, Jo Malone Wood Sage and Sea Salt cologne. Loathe: under-arm bag squish, urban chic, footballer style, Barbie

Global biodiversity targets won’t be met by 2020, scientists say

World leaders failing in their pledge to stop wildlife decline, save habitats and create marine reserves