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Paris Day Four: Dressing With Abandon

The fearlessness of Rick Owens and Daniel Roseberry at Schiaparelli ought to be inspirational for the fashion industry, writes Tim Blanks.

Paris Day Four: Dressing With Abandon

The fearlessness of Rick Owens and Daniel Roseberry at Schiaparelli ought to be inspirational for the fashion industry, writes Tim Blanks.


Paris Day Three: The Power of Memories at Dries Van Noten and Undercover

Two of the most evocative shows of the season, one firmly based in reality, the other existing in a melancholy dream realm, writes Tim Blanks.

Paris Day Three: The Power of Memories at Dries Van Noten and Undercover

Two of the most evocative shows of the season, one firmly based in reality, the other existing in a melancholy dream realm, writes Tim Blanks.


Rebellion and Cake: Francesco Risso’s Special Recipe for Marni’s Paris Debut

Marni finally touches down in the capital of fashion after its global mini-tour, writes Tim Blanks.

Rebellion and Cake: Francesco Risso’s Special Recipe for Marni’s Paris Debut

Marni finally touches down in the capital of fashion after its global mini-tour, writes Tim Blanks.


Paris Day Two: A Stark Statement at Dior, A Change of Heart at Saint Laurent

How do Maria Grazia Chiuri and Anthony Vaccarello impose their personal idiosyncrasies on two of the biggest brands in fashion?

Paris Day Two: A Stark Statement at Dior, A Change of Heart at Saint Laurent

How do Maria Grazia Chiuri and Anthony Vaccarello impose their personal idiosyncrasies on two of the biggest brands in fashion?


From the Moon to Earth With Nicolas di Felice’s Courrèges

‘I like the idea of a house linked to a form of utopia, of a shared project,’ said the designer, who will mark three years leading the space-age brand at his Paris Fashion Week show Wednesday.

From the Moon to Earth With Nicolas di Felice’s Courrèges

‘I like the idea of a house linked to a form of utopia, of a shared project,’ said the designer, who will mark three years leading the space-age brand at his Paris Fashion Week show Wednesday.


Where Are the Fashion Auteurs?

Simplicity was everywhere in Milan this season. More rare was a sense of personal fashion authorship, writes Angelo Flaccavento.

Where Are the Fashion Auteurs?

Simplicity was everywhere in Milan this season. More rare was a sense of personal fashion authorship, writes Angelo Flaccavento.


Milan Day Four: Thinking of a Master Plan

Bottega Veneta, Jil Sander and Versace make radically different journeys through space and time for Spring 2024, writes Tim Blanks.

Milan Day Four: Thinking of a Master Plan

Bottega Veneta, Jil Sander and Versace make radically different journeys through space and time for Spring 2024, writes Tim Blanks.


Comings and Goings at Paris Fashion Week

Key departures at Alexander McQueen, Chloé and more may kick off another round of designer musical chairs. That, plus, what else to watch for in the coming week.

Comings and Goings at Paris Fashion Week

Key departures at Alexander McQueen, Chloé and more may kick off another round of designer musical chairs. That, plus, what else to watch for in the coming week.


In Milan, Independent Labels Are Gaining Ground

In a fashion scene dominated by ultra-established heritage names, upstarts like LVMH Prize-winners Setchu and Magliano are increasingly grabbing the spotlight, as the Attico, Del Core and Sunnei pass new milestones.

In Milan, Independent Labels Are Gaining Ground

In a fashion scene dominated by ultra-established heritage names, upstarts like LVMH Prize-winners Setchu and Magliano are increasingly grabbing the spotlight, as the Attico, Del Core and Sunnei pass new milestones.


Who Did Gucci Better?

Gucci was in the air at two of the most critical shows in Milan this week, writes Imran Amed.

Who Did Gucci Better?

Gucci was in the air at two of the most critical shows in Milan this week, writes Imran Amed.


Can Lightning Strike Thrice at Gucci?

New designer Sabato De Sarno is thrown in at the deep end as the brand aims for a turnaround, writes Tim Blanks.

Can Lightning Strike Thrice at Gucci?

New designer Sabato De Sarno is thrown in at the deep end as the brand aims for a turnaround, writes Tim Blanks.


The Miuccia-ness of Prada, the Gucci-ness of Tom Ford

Brand DNA is marketing speak until it isn’t, as the latest Prada and Tom Ford collections proved.

The Miuccia-ness of Prada, the Gucci-ness of Tom Ford

Brand DNA is marketing speak until it isn’t, as the latest Prada and Tom Ford collections proved.