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Multi-stakeholder initiatives, or MSIs, are increasingly crucial to moving the needle on complex global problems such as pollution, climate change, and human rights violations. In fashion, these initiatives include influential bodies like Cascale (formerly the Sustainability Apparel Coalition), Textile Exchange, the Social and Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) and ZDHC, the subject of the new report […]

The Icons section highlights Shanghai Tang’s most emblematic pieces, including bespoke creations for Nicole Kidman, Lin Chi-ling, and Richie Jen. Courtesy Hong Kong Fashion Fest When David Tang launched his brand Shanghai Tang in 1994 the world was very different. The concept of a Chinese luxury brand—or even one that fluttered on the verge of […]

Conservation experts have criticised a decision by London fashion week to ban exotic animal skins from its 2025 shows as “ridiculous”, warning that it is ill-informed and could harm the protection of many snakes, crocodiles and reptile species. Last month, the British Fashion Council’s deputy director for policy and engagement, David Leigh-Pemberton, told parliament that […]

Dec 18, 2024 01:42 PM IST Kim Kardashian proves nothing stops her style even with a broken foot. She’s reimagining recovery fashion with a chic, wedge-inspired cast that’s turning heads. Kim Kardashian is always ready to make a statement, whether she’s strutting down the red carpet or dealing with life’s unexpected hurdles. The mom of […]

Katie Holmes, who is celebrating her 46th birthday on Wednesday, has made an appearance on several red carpets over more than two decades. From her time as a teen idol on “Dawson’s Creek” to her recent collaborative efforts with France’s A.P.C., Holmes’ style has evolved in the public eye. Between film premieres and special events […]

2024 was a buzzy year for fashion, and not only because of the Brat/demure summer, Sabrina Carpenter-mania and Wicked collaborations. John Galliano opened and closed the year; sports took centre stage; Miu Miu defied the odds; and campaigns that used big-name celebrities in intimate or quirky ways stood out. The biggest buzz of the year […]

Style is in Michelle Moquin’s blood. She’s been in fashion her entire working career, designing for anyone who’s anyone in the Bay Area. Thanks to Bonnie Powers (who happens to have been my first profile in March 2023), we connected after a quick introduction at this year’s Marin Fashion Night in Sausalito.  What do you […]

Billie Eilish – OUTOFHAND OUTOFHAND One of the criticisms of emerging technology is that ROI is hard to find. Some believe that AI, machine learning and generative AI are suffering from the no-ROI syndrome today. Others feel the same way about blockchain and The Metaverse, among other technologies that have yet to hit their stride. […]

The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts is pleased to announce the return of SWAIA Native Fashion Week , celebrating its second annual event, from May 7 through May 11, 2025. Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, SNFW will present multiple runway shows, pop-up shops, activation spaces, and fashion panels—designed to spotlight Indigenous creativity, amplify Indigenous […]

Even before kickoff, the final of the NCAA men’s soccer championship was special as a meeting between two underdogs. Marshall, which won its first title in the 2020 season as an unseeded team, was the 13th seed this year and reached the final by defeating the No. 1 Ohio State. Meanwhile, unseeded Vermont beat two-seed […]