H&M returns to London Fashion Week

By Adnkronos Published September 11, 2025 H&M will present its AW25 collections at London Fashion Week this month through a celebration of style and self-expression that it said redefines gender boundaries, featuring stars such as Alex Consani, Paloma Elsesser, Amelia Gray, Angelina Kendall, and Sora Choi.  H&M ‘The London Issue’ will invite the fashion community to … Read more

ModaLisboa reveals program for new edition

Published September 14, 2025 The program of shows (and parties) for ModaLisboa Base was unveiled on Friday, September 12, by the Portuguese association responsible for Lisboa Fashion Week, which was born in 1991 by the hands and talent of the designer duo Eduarda Abbondanza and Mário Matos Ribeiro, who were part of the avant-garde of … Read more

London Fashion Week hopes to usher in a new era with leadership change

By AFP Published September 18, 2025 London Fashion Week, under new leadership after 16 years, opens on Thursday with hopes of reinvigorating its runway schedule and alleviating the financial woes of its young designers. Young British-American designer Harris Reed, creative director at Nina Ricci, is set to present his latest collection at the opening of … Read more

Burberry to test revival on London Fashion Week runway

By Reuters Published September 18, 2025 Burberry‘s turnaround drive, which has tapped Oscar winner Olivia Colman and Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher to champion its British heritage and classic trench coats, faces a fresh test on Monday when it unveils its latest designs at London Fashion Week. Burberry readies London Fashion Week spotlight amid restructuring – … Read more

Burel Factory launches flip flops made from wool and rubber waste

Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published August 25, 2025 Burel Factory has launched its first Reloved flip flops, produced in Serra da Estrela using recycled industrial waste from two natural materials: 100% wool burel and latex rubber, according to the Portuguese brand’s website. BurelFactory.com “From trash to wonder. Step by step. Introducing the new Burel … Read more

MBFWMadrid takes over the Palacio de Cibeles on the opening day of its 40th-anniversary celebrations

Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published September 18, 2025 MBFWMadrid kicked off its 40th-anniversary edition with a symbolic move from IFEMA to the Palacio de Cibeles. Spain’s premier fashion event chose the Crystal Gallery — where sunlight filters through dramatic glasswork — to open a milestone edition that felt both celebratory and forward-looking. Silvia Tcherassi … Read more

Nigerian designer pushes “Afro-lux” onto the global fashion scene

By AFP Published August 28, 2025 Its striking architecture, framed by latticework inspired by traditional Yoruba textiles, makes Alara — west Africa’s first fashion and design “concept store” — an imposing landmark in Lagos, Nigeria’s bustling commercial capital. Reni Folawiyo, founder of Lagos’s Alara concept store, champions her vision of “Afro-lux,” blending African heritage with … Read more

Meta launches new generation of smart glasses with EssilorLuxottica

By Ansa Published September 18, 2025 Smart glasses with an integrated display—reminiscent of the early Google Glass—and gesture control inspired by the film “Minority Report” are at the heart of Meta’s latest wearables launch. Presented by CEO Mark Zuckerberg at the Connect event, the new Meta Ray-Ban Display is joined by two additional products: the … Read more

Maison Margiela launches Line 2 art project

Translated by Nicola Mira Published September 1, 2025 Maison Margiela has enriched its brand universe with a project based on art and culture collaborations. For the label owned by Italian group OTB, featuring Glenn Martens as creative director, the project is a way of diversifying while forging closer links with the art world, as many … Read more

Jaden Smith named Louboutin menswear designer, stirring ‘nepo-baby’ debate

By AFP Published September 18, 2025 French fashion icon Christian Louboutin’s decision to name Will Smith’s son, Jaden, as his chief menswear designer is a bold choice that has taken the industry by surprise — and stirred up fresh allegations of “nepo-baby” favoritism. Louboutin picks Jaden Smith as head of menswear, prompting backlash – DR … Read more