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Exploring the intersection of fashion with art, film, music, and the broader cultural conversation.

Where Abstract Surrealist Art Is Heading, and How Luminarks Is Positioned

Where Abstract Surrealist Art Is Heading, and How Luminarks Is Positioned

The landscape of abstract surrealist art is undergoing a significant transformation. Collectors and enthusiasts are increasingly drawn to works that move beyond traditional dreamscapes to explore the complexities of our …

Sponsored by Luminarks· Sep 11· 5 min
What Anna Manis's the Muses Studio Production Services Actually Involves

What Anna Manis's the Muses Studio Production Services Actually Involves

In the bustling creator economy, having talent is only the first step. Navigating the complex world of production, distribution, and audience-building is where many independent artists face their greatest challenges. Thi…

Sponsored by Anna Manis· Sep 11· 5 min
Getting to Know Sparks Film School: Everything UK Parents Need to Know Seeking Film Making Classes for Kids

Getting to Know Sparks Film School: Everything UK Parents Need to Know Seeking Film Making Classes for Kids

Sparks Film School provides engaging, hands-on filmmaking and animation courses designed specifically for children and teenagers across the United Kingdom. For parents seeking a creative outlet for their child that build…

Sponsored by Sparks Film School· Sep 7· 7 min
Building Mike Bassett: Mike Bassett's Wins, Setbacks, and Lessons Writing Debut Literary Fiction

Building Mike Bassett: Mike Bassett's Wins, Setbacks, and Lessons Writing Debut Literary Fiction

For author Mike Bassett , the path to a debut novel was not a straight line, but a bridge between two seemingly disparate worlds: chemical engineering and literary fiction. His debut, The Quiet Weight of Wings , which wa…

Sponsored by Mike Bassett· Aug 5· 5 min
Andrea Ramirez: Reshaping the Landscape of Black Canadian Literature

Andrea Ramirez: Reshaping the Landscape of Black Canadian Literature

In a literary landscape often hesitant to embrace complex Black narratives, author Andrea Ramirez delivers a groundbreaking debut with her novel, Blood and Water: A Love Story . Serving as the flagship launch for Black M…

Sponsored by Andrea Ramirez· Jul 19· 7 min
Elegant patrons enjoying a luxurious day at the Da Giacomo Forte dei Marmi beach club, embodying Milanese charm on the Tuscan coast.

Giacomo Milano brings Milanese charm to Forte dei Marmi beach club

At the new Da Giacomo Forte dei Marmi beach club, a five-course tasting menu costs $110, yet Sunday brunch is available for a comparatively modest $55 per person.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 29· 2 min
Models showcase Taakk's Spring 2027 men's collection featuring floral prints and unique cutouts on a Paris runway.

Taakk unveils its Spring 2027 men's collection at Paris Fashion Week

At Taakk's Spring 2027 Men's Fashion Show in Paris, flower prints bloomed across jackets, shirts, and bottoms, intricately framed by embroidered structures and tendril-like cutouts, according to WWD .

Monique Devereaux· Jun 28· 2 min
Models walk the runway in Undercover's Spring 2027 collection, featuring artistic prints inspired by Michaël Borremans' paintings of soldiers and flowers.

Undercover Men's Spring 2027 Collection Arrives With Artistic Flair

Impressionist paintings of historic soldiers and still-lifes of flowers by Belgian artist Michaël Borremans now adorn linen jackets and quilted robes in Jun Takahashi's latest Undercover collection, s

Monique Devereaux· Jun 28· 2 min
Symbolic handshake between EU and US representatives, with a divided globe in the background, representing a temporary truce in trade.

EU Extends Tariff Suspension on US Goods in Boeing-Airbus Dispute

On June 25, the European Union voted to extend the suspension of approximately $4 billion worth of retaliatory tariffs on American products, according to Crypto Briefing .

Monique Devereaux· Jun 26· 2 min
Models showcase Yohji Yamamoto's Spring 2027 collection featuring avant-garde jackets with uniquely structured shoulders and sleeves on a Paris runway.

Yohji Yamamoto Unveils Poetic Spring 2027 Collection in Paris

At the Yohji Yamamoto Men's Spring 2027 show on June 25th at 17:30 CEST/Paris Time, models showcased jackets with sleeves jutting upward into sharp peaks or cocooning around the arm, fundamentally tra

Monique Devereaux· Jun 26· 2 min
The exquisite Pomellato Arabesque necklace from the Stile Libero collection, featuring intricate craftsmanship and vibrant colors, symbolizing creative freedom in high jewelry.

Pomellato's Stile Libero Collection Embraces Creative Freedom

The Arabesque necklace, a singular creation in Pomellato's 'Stile Libero' collection, demanded an astonishing 1,450 hours of craftsmanship.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 23· 2 min
Model showcases Setchu Spring 2027 collection with detailed leather nets and Japanese knots, emphasizing artisanal craftsmanship.

Setchu Spring 2027 collection features leather nets and Japanese knots

For his Spring 2027 collection, LVMH Prize winner Satoshi Kuwata presented just 17 looks.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 21· 2 min
Interior of a chic Peserico menswear boutique, highlighting tailored suits and luxury fabrics, with elegant displays and soft lighting.

Peserico menswear expands retail presence with new openings

Launched just three years ago, Peserico's menswear category now accounts for a robust 15 percent of the brand's over 130 million euros in annual sales.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 20· 2 min
Luca Benini, founder of Slam Jam, in a modern office, symbolizing the brand's evolution from streetwear to corporate brand elevation consulting.

Slam Jam's Luca Benini Elevates Brands

Slam Jam, the name synonymous with underground streetwear, now generates 60 percent of its sales from a 'brand elevation' unit.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 20· 2 min
Rémy Baume, the newly appointed Chief Executive of Printemps, stands in his office with a view of Paris, embodying a new era for the luxury department store.

Printemps names Rémy Baume its new chief executive

Primark, the fast-fashion giant, is not merely appointing a new chief executive; it is creating an entirely new Chief Commercial Officer role.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 13· 2 min
Giorgio Armani fashion and art installations displayed at the Nomad Art Fair in the Hamptons, highlighting a partnership focused on cultural immersion.

Giorgio Armani Renews Nomad Hamptons Edition Partnership

For its first U.S. edition in the Hamptons, the Nomad art and design fair renews its partnership with Giorgio Armani, showcasing everything from archival fashion to newly commissioned site-specific ar

Monique Devereaux· Jun 12· 2 min
The grand facade of the new Ami Paris flagship store on Rue de Turenne in Paris, showcasing its extensive collection of luxury menswear.

Ami Paris to open largest flagship store in Paris

On February 18th, 2025, Ami Paris will open its largest store worldwide at 96 Rue de Turenne in Paris, a bold move that defies the prevailing narrative of retail's digital shift.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 12· 2 min
Lamine Yamal, the young soccer sensation, strikes a confident pose in American Eagle denim, embodying the brand's new global campaign.

American Eagle launches new campaign with Lamine Yamal

At just 18, Spanish soccer sensation Lamine Yamal has signed a five-year deal to become American Eagle's global face, marking a significant strategic pivot for the American denim brand, WWD reports.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 10· 2 min
Fashion figure Tiffany Hsu in a luxury boutique, balancing professional demands with the unspoken expectations of being a 'fashion mom'.

Tiffany Hsu navigates the pressures of being a 'fashion mom'.

Tiffany Hsu, a key figure in luxury fashion, faces an unspoken industry expectation: she must excel professionally, be a devoted mother, and appear as an 'effortlessly great fashion mom'.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 9· 2 min
A young man arrives home with vintage MCM bags, greeted by his quirky family, symbolizing MCM's shift towards heritage and human connection.

MCM Embraces Heritage and Human Connection for Handbag Growth

For its winter 2026 campaign, luxury brand MCM unveils a short film by Argentinian director Lucio Castro.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 8· 2 min
Models walk the runway at Central Saint Martins' 2026 BA show, presenting cutting-edge menswear collections with bold designs and avant-garde aesthetics.

Central Saint Martins Spotlights 2026 Menswear Designers

At Central Saint Martins' 2026 BA show, Polina Kadilnikova, a Ukrainian womenswear student, secured the coveted first prize for her collection.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 8· 2 min
Split image: Model in Goldwin eco-friendly outdoor wear in nature, and a Ford Bronco SUV in a luxury setting.

Goldwin Unveils Nature-Inspired Collection; Filson Partners Ford

A new Goldwin collection, themed 'Earth Does Not Belong to Man,' features organic cotton and recycled polyester, with a shirt priced up to $260.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 8· 2 min
OG Anunoby wearing Skechers basketball sneakers that are designed to look like iconic Timberland boots during an NBA Finals game.

Anunoby Debuts Skechers NBA Finals Sneakers That Mimic Timberland Boots

In a surprising move for the 2026 NBA Finals, OG Anunoby will debut a special-edition Skechers basketball shoe that directly mimics the iconic Timberland boot, complete with a custom hang-tag.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 7· 2 min
Katie Holmes attends the 'Happy Hours' film premiere at Tribeca Festival, showcasing her elegant dusty rose dress and Chloé Cleia sandals.

Katie Holmes pairs Chloé Cleia sandals with premiere dress

At the 2026 Tribeca Festival premiere of her film 'Happy Hours', Katie Holmes stepped out in Chloé's black patent Cleia sandals, paired with a dusty rose-hued satin column dress featuring romantic puf

Monique Devereaux· Jun 7· 2 min
Fans in stylish, country-themed Nike apparel celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup, inspired by collaborations with artists like Drake and G-Dragon.

Nike's Cultural Playbook for 2026 World Cup

For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Nike is launching country-themed collections with artists like Drake for Canada and G-Dragon for South Korea, alongside collaborations with figures such as Slawn.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 6· 2 min
The New School building facade with empty chairs on the quad, symbolizing job cuts and financial strain.

The New School cuts 87 jobs amid mounting financial pressures

As The New School announced the layoff of 87 employees, including 19 full-time faculty, its President Joel Towers is slated to earn roughly $1 million this year, according to Jacobin .

Monique Devereaux· Jun 6· 2 min
Interior of a stylish boutique showcasing Clare V handbags and accessories with a focus on timeless design and quality.

Clare V's enduring aesthetic shapes its brand history and overview

Clare V generated $143,274 from 1,026 items sold on Poshmark, establishing a notable secondary market presence, according to Resellbot .

Monique Devereaux· Jun 5· 2 min
Loro Piana's partnership with Galleria Borghese facilitates the restoration of Jacopo Bassano's masterpiece, 'Spring', highlighting luxury and art preservation.

Loro Piana partners with Galleria Borghese for masterpiece restoration

The iconic Galleria Borghese is set to begin restoring Jacopo Bassano's 'Spring' this year, a project made possible by a new three-year partnership with luxury fashion house Loro Piana.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 5· 2 min
A Formula 1 car with Louis Vuitton branding races through the Monaco Grand Prix circuit, symbolizing the new luxury partnership.

Louis Vuitton Becomes Title Partner of Monaco Grand Prix in 2026

For the first time, the iconic Monaco Grand Prix, entering its 83rd edition in 2026, will have a luxury fashion house as its title partner: Louis Vuitton.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 5· 2 min
The four Nader Sisters, Brooks, Mary Holland, Grace Ann, and Sarah Jane, modeling Quay Australia's new summer sunglasses collection on a sunny beach.

Nader Sisters Launch Quay Australia Summer Sunglasses Line

Quay is launching a summer eyewear capsule collection developed with not one, but four Nader Sisters: Brooks, Mary Holland, Grace Ann, and Sarah Jane.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 4· 2 min