10 trends to know and share for next season

From mixing and matching to layering up, next year’s styles will be dominated by strong looks. Get ahead of the fashion curve with this essential guide to 10 of the hottest trends that emerged from the SS18 shows. Pass it on and share your insider knowledge …

Teenage kicks: what’s behind the trend for scribbled-on trainers?

From Vetements x Reebok trainers covered with the words “I’m bored” to Margiela’s “Leave a message”-scrawled kicks, graffiti-covered sneakers are everywhere. What’s the secret message?

Sneaker peak: how Phoebe Philo made trainers high fashion

The Céline designer’s dedication to the style blazed a trail that legions of fashion fans followed. But is she about to tread a different route?

Fashion’s obsession with running

With sports shoes on the front row and editors training for marathons, the fashion industry has fallen for running in a big way. So how do you look chic on the starting line?

Sports luxe: does it work for older women?

From couture trainers to posh jogging bottoms, luxe sportswear – or so-called ‘athleisure’ – has been one of the biggest high-street and catwalk trends of recent seasons. But is there anything in it for older women?