Sonia Rykiel: the pioneering knitwear designer who couldn’t knit
Sonia Rykiel, who died yesterday aged 86, liberated women with her provocative designs, modern approach to colour and sense of humour
UK fashion
Never mind the catwalk, here’s how to dress this autumn
Something sporty, something dressy and big earrings – it’s the season made simple. Plus: eight key buys
Extra life: retro video game references are all over fashion
With Anya Hindmarsh and Louis Vuitton getting on board, will Doom and Pac-Man designs usurp band T-shirts as the new wave of hipster signifiers?
Meme or marketing? How Balenciaga made a cheap laundry bag a must-have
Balenciaga’s bag for autumn has just gone on sale at £975 – and thanks to social media it is fast becoming accessory of the season
Does darker skin really need its own skincare?
A German doctor has launched a range of beauty products specifically aimed at women with darker skin tones. But is it a gimmick or a positive move?
How to fashion-proof your house the Marc Jacobs way
A cover story for Architectural Digest reveals the designer’s world of interiors at home in New York