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Tilda Swinton Unveils 'House of Gesture' at Guggenheim Bilbao
At the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, Dom Pérignon will unveil four new vintages during a private event.

Retail property owners face economic and political turmoil
Retail vacancy rates soared to a 15-year high of 10.

Beyond Minimalism: The Contested Cultural Roots of the 'Clean Girl' Aesthetic
The "clean girl" aesthetic, popular on social media, is examined for its contested cultural roots in Black and Latine communities and critiqued for its exclusionary nature and the hidden labor behind its "effortless" image.

Global fashion weeks are now cultural events reflecting societal shifts.
Chanel's debut collection under Matthieu Blazy recently ignited a shopping frenzy, offering a surprising beacon of hope for an industry grappling with its identity.

Giacomo Milano brings Milanese charm to Forte dei Marmi beach club
In Forte dei Marmi, a historic beach resort is being reborn with the introduction of ancient live-fire cooking on the sand, courtesy of Milanese culinary giant Giacomo Milano.

Off-White Launches L/AB For Lower-Priced Items
Off-White, a brand renowned for items costing up to $4,000, is now introducing a new collection with prices starting at just $45.

Undercover Men's Spring 2027 Collection Debuts at Paris Fashion Week
Jackets, cardigans, and sweatshirts in Undercover's Spring 2027 collection featured unsettling impressionist paintings of soldiers by Michaël Borremans, presented alongside delicate lace flowers.

EU Extends Tariff Suspension in Boeing-Airbus Trade Dispute
European Union member states just voted on June 25 to extend the suspension of retaliatory tariffs on roughly $4 billion worth of American products.

Chanel opens first stand-alone boutique in Palo Alto
Chanel, a name synonymous with Parisian haute couture, opens its first stand-alone fashion boutique in Palo Alto this Friday.

Gabriela Hearst Resort 2027 Collection Showcases Intricate Lace Details
For her Resort 2027 collection, Gabriela Hearst presents lace slipdresses not just in delicate silks, but unexpectedly crafted from suede, cotton, and knitted wool, signaling a new durability in luxur

Botto Giuseppe Celebrates 150 Years of Sustainable Textile Innovation
As Botto Giuseppe celebrates its 150th anniversary, the venerable woolen mill isn't just reflecting on history.

Reflaunt Launches Folio, a Resale Service for Personal Shoppers
Starting this week, personal shoppers can now list and manage luxury items across Vestiaire Collective, Poshmark, The RealReal, ThredUp, and Rebag simultaneously, thanks to Reflaunt's new Folio servic

Raf Simons' Evolving Menswear Vision
At a recent show, Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons layered four distinct garments onto each of 15 models, challenging the very notion of simplicity in fashion, according to Thecut .

Momotaro Jeans Opens First Paris Pop-Up Showroom
In a city synonymous with high fashion, Japanese denim specialist Momotaro Jeans has opened its first Paris pop-up.

Moschino names Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo its new co-creative directors
Just months after appointing Adrian Appiolaza, Moschino has named Loris Messina and Simone Rizzo as its new co-creative directors, marking an unusually swift leadership change.

Dolce & Gabbana: Menswear & Beauty Fuel Lifestyle
Dolce & Gabbana's menswear now accounts for half its business, a profound shift for the luxury brand.

Slam Jam Luca Benini Elevates Brands With New Consulting Strategy
Slam Jam, a name synonymous with niche streetwear, now generates 60 percent of its sales from advising giants like Nike, Vans, and Reebok on 'brand elevation.

Alex Caruso Starts New Chapter With $81M Thunder Extension
Alex Caruso, a player with career averages of just 6.

Elle Macpherson Launches Luxe Cashmere Line
A single bomber jacket from Elle Macpherson's new cashmere line will cost consumers 1,495 euros, containing over a kilogram of the luxurious fiber, according to WWD .

Paris pop-up event offers Tokyo Sense cultural immersion
In Paris, a single pop-up event showcases 29 distinct Japanese brands, from fashion to home goods, with prices ranging from 4 to 800 euros.

Printemps appoints Rémy Baume as new chief executive
Eoin Tonge, Primark's interim chief executive since March 2025, is now the permanent CEO!

Sarah Jessica Parker's Unconventional Red Carpet Look at Tribeca 2026
At the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival, Sarah Jessica Parker, attending the premiere of "Bang My Box: The Robin Byrd Story" as a producer, wore a black-and-white, pajama-esque silky set from Dôen, accordin

Ami Paris: Conflicting Reports on New Store Openings
Ami Paris's newest Paris store openings present conflicting details across fashion reports.

Giorgio Armani Launches Nomad Hamptons Edition Pop-Up Boutique
In East Hampton, Giorgio Armani has unveiled an 1,800-square-foot pop-up boutique at 54 Newtown Lane, showcasing archival fashion and an exclusive $3,395 blazer.

American Eagle Taps Lamine Yamal for Global Marketing Campaign
Despite launching a major five-year partnership with 18-year-old soccer phenom Lamine Yamal and two other global campaigns, American Eagle's comparable sales declined 2% in Q1 2026.

Keke Palmer Wears Chanel and Femme LA Shoes at Tribeca
At the 2026 Tribeca Film Festival, Keke Palmer seamlessly transitioned from a $199 pair of coco brown slippers to exclusive Chanel slingback pumps, showcasing a deliberate blend of high-low fashion.

Men's Perfume Sales Surge at Sephora and Ulta Driven by TikTok Trends
YSL Beauty's Myslf Eau de Parfum, a leading men's fragrance launched in 2023, has propelled the brand to become the number-one performer at Sephora and Ulta Beauty by first-quarter online sales, accor

World Cup 2026 Players Set New Fashion Trends Off the Pitch
As teams arrive for the 2026 World Cup, Spain's national team is already making headlines not for their training, but for the fashion-forward suits designed by luxury brand Loewe, according to The Gua

Bernadette Chirac, former French First Lady, dies at 93
Bernadette Chirac, former French First Lady, died on June 5, 2026, at 93.

Caliray names William Smolen CEO to lead expansion
Before William Smolen even became CEO in 2026, beauty brand Caliray was already everywhere.