Jean-Charles de Castelbajac launches limited edition watch with MB&F

One key test of an artist or designer is whether they have a powerful signature style, which explains the remarkable longevity of Jean-Charles de Castelbajac who on Wednesday launched a limited edition watch with MB&F.  DR A cunning and cool blend of Jean-Charles’ bold colors, iconography and clever collages, the new MB&F watch has been … Read more

Marcolin opens showroom in Manhattan

Marcolin, a global leader in eyewear with a portfolio of house brands, as well as licensed brands including Tom Ford, Christian Louboutin, Max Mara, and more, has opened a showroom in New York, in the heart of Manhattan.  Courtesy Located on the 19th floor of 270 Madison Ave and designed by Milan-based design studio Navone … Read more

Max Mara in the crosshairs of the anti-fur association Four Paws

Translated by Cassidy STEPHENS Published Mar 11, 2024 Fashion and luxury goods giant Max Mara, based in Reggio Emilia, Italy, has made no clear commitment to eliminating fur items from its production, but has instead “hidden” them in the intricacies of its website, as stated by the global animal protection organisation Four Paws. The association … Read more

Chinese-French cultural and business ties strengthened during Paris Fashion Week

France loves to lure Chinese luxury shoppers to open their wallets in Paris. Now, the French government is hoping to lure Chinese fashion brands to expand their businesses here. 2024 marks 60 years since the two countries formed a cultural alliance and inaugurated the China-France Year of Culture and Tourism. Ellassay fall/winter 2024 – Ellassay … Read more

Max Mara Fall 2024 Ready-to-Wear Runway, Fashion Show & Collection Review

As one of fashion’s longest-serving creative directors, Ian Griffiths always manages to find new things to say at Max Mara — or to leave unsaid. This season he put the brand’s signature camel shade on the back burner and let a host of dark blues, grays and black cast a spell of soigné sobriety. This … Read more

These special Ramadan capsule collections redefine modest fashion

Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Feb 21, 2024 As is customary, luxury houses and ready-to-wear brands develop new collections exclusively for the Middle Eastern market during the sacred month of Ramadan (the fasting period estimated this year between March 11 and April 9, 2024, according to Muslim federations). On this occasion, numerous labels are offering … Read more

Max&Co, Richard Quinn Collaborate on Space Age Capsule and AI

MILAN — Futuristic fashion of the ‘60s, a touch of ‘70s psychedelia and a spritz of AI: the new installment of Max&Co.’s project &Co.llaboration comes with a trippy feel and plenty of charm, thanks to a tie-up with Richard Quinn. The British designer brought his flair for glamour and pattern sensibility to the Italian contemporary label … Read more

Saturday at LFW: Erdem and Richard Quinn

A dank wet Saturday at London Fashion Week, where ironically in a ready-to-wear season the most distinctive collections were essentially expressions of couture.  Erdem: Maria Callas among the Elgin Marbles  Medea, Maria Callas and the sense of loss both heroines suffered from was the connective tissue in the latest opulently impressive collection by Erdem Moralioglu. … Read more

Max Mara debuts on Roblox

Italian fashion house Max Mara made its debut on Roblox on Wednesday with the launch of “Max Mara Coats Adventure”.  Max Mara debuts on Roblox. – Max Mara Max Mara Coats Adventure is a space populated by user avatars that can run, jump, and ride roller coasters carrying the iconic 101801 coats amidst whimsical buildings. … Read more