Meta Expected to Unveil Smart Glasses Without Camera
Smart glasses have become a target of criticism in recent months amid growing concerns they can be used to record people without their consent.
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Mary Katrantzou's 'Breakthrough Moment'
Intricate embellishments, handiwork, and a well-rounded range of wardrobe options all added up to nuanced, dynamic season that pushed the Mary Katrantzou label forward, reports Nabil Aliffi.
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Fashion Chatter | Newcastle Fashion Week, Lucas Nascimento, Cara Bags
Fashion folk love to chatter. So what were the topics that dominated the conversation this weekend at London Fashion Week?
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Artful Contortionism at J.W. Anderson
Inspired by English painter Graham Sutherland, J.W. Anderson's latest "pretty ugly" collection offered distorted construction and an unconventional palette, reports Nabil Aliffi.
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Marc Jacobs' Palate Cleanser
To the dissonant soundtrack of Jessica Lange reciting the words to the song “Happy Days Are Here Again,” models came out in clothing that clearly referenced the futuristic styles of the 1960s. But as is the case with Jacobs, he took that grain of an idea and made it into something uniquely his own, writes Jessica Michault.
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Proenza Schouler's Energy, Colour and Fun
Proenza Schouler faultlessly delivered on their show notes, giving the fashion crowd volume on volume, pattern on pattern, texture on texture and colour on colour, writes Jessica Michault.
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A Successful First Date for Jason Wu and Hugo Boss
Jason Wu showed a collection centered on rigorous pieces designed for women working in the business world, says Jessica Michault.
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Michael Kors' Californian Bohemia
Faithful to its chosen boho style, with peasant tops and skirts, chunky oversized sweaters and full legged trousers, Kors' collection was filled with foundation pieces that women can depend on long past a single winter season, writes Jessica Michault.
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Controlled Experimentation at Narciso Rodriguez
This season marked a departure from Narciso Rodriguez's usual body-skimming silhouettes as he offered voluminous shapes and intricate beadwork, says Jessica Michault.
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Rodarte's Intergalactic Adventure
Kate and Laura Mulleavy of Rodarte brought '70s charm to their Autumn/Winter 2014 collection, one of their most commercially viable in recent seasons, says Jessica Michault.
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Modern Medieval at Tory Burch
Tory Burch modernised medieval armour with lightweight fabrics for her Autumn/Winter 2014 collection, says Jessica Michault.
News & Analysis
Report Card on the New Lincoln Center
The much-maligned Lincoln Center, New York Fashion Week’s main hub for the last seven seasons, has been given a makeover by IMG Fashion, the company that runs the event. So, how do the improvements measure up? BoF reports.
Fashion Week
Photo Diary | NYFW: Creatures of the Wind, Victoria Beckham, Alexander Wang, Jason Wu, Rag & Bone
NEW YORK, United States — Today, we look back at the first few days of New York Fashion Week with a selection of behind-the-scenes photos from
The News in Brief
Record Global Fibre Production Pushes Fashion’s Environmental Footprint Higher
Planet-warming emissions associated with the raw materials used to make fashion, footwear and home textiles have risen 30 percent since 2019, according to a new report.
Novo Nordisk Looks to Target Hair Loss in Consumer Push
The maker of Ozempic and Wegovy seeks to expand its direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical business as rival Eli Lilly outpaces in weight-loss drugs.
On Targets High-Teens Growth Through 2029
The Swiss brand revealed its plan to keep up its momentum with new products in sports such as golf and its Mbappé-supported entry into football ahead of its investor day Tuesday.
Reference Festival to Host ‘Freie Kunst’ Event at Art Basel Paris
The event runs from Oct. 22 to 25 and will mix participants from art, fashion, music and technology as part of the festival’s tradition of a ‘radical and unhinged exchange of ideas,’ said Mumi Haiati, founder of the event’s organiser Reference Studios.
Amazon Blocks Meta’s Muse AI Agent From Its Retail Site
The e-commerce giant prohibits other companies from deploying automated tools to shop its site and started blocking Meta’s Muse on Sunday night.
Dior to Host Cruise Show in Shanghai
The LVMH-owned megabrand will show its Cruise 2028 line in the Chinese fashion capital on May 14, 2027.
Oura Seeks $2.2 Billion in US IPO
The smart ring maker plans to market 50 million shares for $40 to $44 each, according to filings, which could value the company as high as $14.1 billion.