France Federation reveals Paris menswear and couture show schedules, with debuts by Ardazaei and returns by Thom Browne and Charles de Vilmorin. Pascal Morand – DR The Federation de la Haute Couture et de la Mode has revealed the new provisional calendars for this summer’s menswear and haute couture runway seasons in Paris, which have … Read more
Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Apr 3, 2024 And then there were 12! With the addition of the strategic consultancy and creative agency Sunshine, falling into its fold, The Independents further expands its scope and secures its second operation in less than two months. Following the acquisition of the English agency Kennedy in March, the … Read more
While the ‘80s power-shoulder was best modeled on the era’s equally powerful women — be they real (a young Princess Diana) or fictional (Alexis Carrington, aka Joan Collins in “Dynasty) — their style was heavily influenced by legendary designers like Thierry Mugler and Claude Montana — whose long lasting impact on fashion was felt more than … Read more
By AFP Translated by Nicola Mira Published Mar 29, 2024 On Thursday, two men were sentenced to one year in prison by the Bobigny Correctional Court for the theft of items from the Balmain collection due to be shown at last September’s Paris Fashion Week, a month after a first round of convictions were handed … Read more
DIZ AND THAT: Txampi Diz, Balmain‘s chief marketing officer since 2017, is to leave the Paris-based fashion house “to pursue other interests.” Balmain announced his departure in a brief press release. His next move could not immediately be learned. “Ever since my very first days here at Balmain, Txampi has always been an incredible partner, … Read more
Translated by Nicola Mira Published Feb 25, 2024 Paris Fashion Week will take over the baton from New York, London and Milan on Monday February 26, featuring an extremely rich programme. The highlights of the week dedicated to women’s ready-to-wear collections for Fall/Winter 2024-25 will include maiden shows by CFCL and Zomer, grand comebacks by … Read more
The other star of the show, of course, is the costumes – which are within the realm of costume designer Karen Muller Serreau, who has worked on various projects like The Serpent Queen, Now You See Me and Stillwater. UK-born but having lived extensively in Paris, she says: “Being English but with an almost native … Read more
Translated by Cassidy STEPHENS Published Jan 30, 2024 The Chambre Syndicale de la Mode Féminine is unveiling the line-up of its next Fashion Week. The Fashion Week, dedicated to women’s ready-to-wear collections for autumn/winter 2024/25, will be held from February 26 to March 5, with 71 shows and 38 presentations and a total of 109 … Read more
MILAN — Khrisjoy will hold a presentation during Milan Fashion Week next month, a first for the Italian brand that signals a new course. In December, Alsara Investment Group took full control of Khrisjoy, five months after naming Shahzad Akhtar chief executive officer, a new position at the company. Akhtar’s experience in brand building pointed … Read more
By AFP Translated by Nicola Mira Published Jan 26, 2024 Faced with weakening demand, the luxury goods market is increasingly becoming “a game for the big players,” said Rachid Mohamed Rachid, head of Qatari investment fund Mayhoola and president of Valentino and Balmain, speaking to AFP in Paris on Wednesday, during fashion week. Mohamed Rachid … Read more
