Category: Fashion Shows
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Hello Péro Introduces Cottage Core Kawaii
A Perfect Collaboration for a Milestone CelebrationTo celebrate its 15th anniversary, péro teamed up with Hello Kitty in a collaboration that emerged through serendipity. Founder Aneeth Arora shared how her admiration for Hello Kitty blossomed during the pandemic while watching the documentary The Toys That Made Us (2017), which chronicled the character’s evolution since its… Read more
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Alessandro Michele’s Debut Show for Valentino: A Twist on a “Romantic Geek”
After being appointed creative director of Valentino this past spring, Alessandro Michele had only two months to prepare for the Resort 2025 collection. The show took place on a mirrored, broken-glass floor in a candlelit room adorned with statues and draped chairs, evoking the atmosphere of a grand yet long-abandoned home. Michele’s collection offers a… Read more
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Robert Wun Homecoming Collection: An Ode to Hong Kong
In celebration of his brand’s 10th anniversary, Robert Wun unveiled his latest collection, embodying more than a mere return—it represents a heartfelt homecoming, a sentiment intricately woven into every design. Born in Hong Kong and now based in London, designer Robert Wun has always considered Hong Kong his true home. In an interview, Wun reflected… Read more
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Yves Saint Laurent Spring 2025: A Tribute to the Designer
For the Spring 2025 Collection, creative director Anthony Vaccarello paid homage to Yves Saint Laurent, the legendary founder of the house, by embracing the design codes he established, particularly those from the 1970s and ’80s. The dramatic runway featured a striking golden frieze set against the night sky, with a cobalt-blue runway that glistened from… Read more
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Loewe Spring 2025 Collection: The Revival of Hoop Skirt
“What happens when you strip away all the noise?” Jonathan Anderson pondered for the Spring 2025 collection. In today’s world filled with distractions, simplifying can be a refreshing escape—a concept he referred to as “radical reduction” in his show notes. As Anderson noted in an interview last year, “there is nothing more exciting than the… Read more
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Chloé Spring 2025: The Freedom Collection
Chemena Kamali has truly breathed new life into Chloé. With her second collection for the house, she brought a fresh take on its signature aesthetic, filled with hyper-feminine details and frills, while maintaining key elements from her debut. Titled “The Freedom Collection,” it was one of the most anticipated runways of Paris Fashion Week. Chloé… Read more
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Zuhair Murad’s Fall 2024 Haute Couture: Celestial Gowns Runway
Zuhair Murad’s Fall 2024 Couture collection marks a dramatic departure from traditional princess gowns, instead presenting a powerful narrative of strength and transformation. This season, Murad envisions a heroine who rises from past struggles, her inner fortitude reflected in each meticulously crafted garment. Zuhair Murad’s Fall 2024 Haute Couture The collection is a breathtaking exhibition… Read more
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Iris van Herpen’s Hybrid Show: Where Nature Meets Haute Couture
The fashion world is abuzz with excitement about Dutch designer Iris van Herpen’s latest Hybrid Show, unveiled at Paris Haute Couture Week 2024. “This is the natural next step for me to really show what I mean,” van Herpen remarked, and her groundbreaking presentation did not disappoint. The show featured her debut of four aerial… Read more
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From Bedrooms to Catwalks: Mark Gong’s Fall 2024 Collection Redefines Modern Chic
Mark Gong, a dedicated Sex and the City fan, drew deep inspiration from the iconic New Year’s Eve scene in the 2008 film while crafting his Fall/Winter 2024 Collection. Struggling through a recent heartbreak, Gong found comfort in the scene where Carrie, dressed in a sequined hat and fur coat, takes the subway to comfort… Read more
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Viktor & Rolf Fall 2024 Couture: A Captivating Display of Geometric Garments
Viktor & Rolf’s Fall 2024 Haute Couture collection, titled “Haute Abstraction,” continues the brand’s tradition of high-fashion that doubles as sculpture. Known for their gravity-defying ballgowns and bold designs, the duo has embraced angular, boxy shapes in this latest collection, revisiting themes from their iconic shows. Viktor & Rolf’s Fall 2024 Haute Couture The collection… Read more