Pamella Roland finds inspiration from Bali at New York Fashion Week
If there was one word that can be used to describe Pamella Roland’s spring/summer 2019 collection it’s majestic. This season’s collection was inspired by designer Pamella DeVos’ travels to Bali. With the brand being so global, DeVos often finds her inspiration in travel, and this season was no exception. The inspiration from the island came…
Rapper Tommy Cash swaps the stage for Paris catwalk
The outrageous post-Soviet rapper and conceptual artist Tommy Cash — best known for his wacky hits “Leave Me Alone” and “Winaloto” — made his catwalk debut Thursday as a model in Rick Owens’ dramatically apocalyptic outdoor Paris show. The Estonian, who has built up a huge following thanks to his videos which are often dubbed…
In pictures: Finalists named for Green Carpet Talent
The Green Carpet Talent finalists, announced yesterday, presented designs using a variety of sustainable goods, including recycled polyester, jute coffee bags and sequins laser cut to used plastic bottles. The competition, part of , Italia, challenges designers worldwide to redefine sustainability in fashion. This year, the finalists competing for the ultimate prize include David Grillo…
Shoe brand Margaux redefining the way footwear is sized and sold
Comfortable footwear that doesn’t compromise style is fast-becoming the norm and the women behind Margaux are working to meet the demand. Sarah Pierson and Alexa Buckley were inspired to start the footwear brand after working in the corporate world and becoming all too familiar with the lack of shoes that were fit for a busy…
Self-destructive behaviour: Burberry not alone
Burberry, which has been in the crosshairs for burning tens of millions of dollars of its products, is to maintain the exclusivity and luxury mystique of their brands. In its annual report the British fashion firm acknowledged that it had burned unsold clothes, accessories and perfume worth 28.6 million Pounds (32 million euros, 37 million…
How Logo Rebranding Provokes Consumer Engagement
Fashion fans have been abuzz lately over Celine’s recent removal of its accent mark and the unveil of the new Burberry logo and monogram. Burberry’s previous logo had been in use for over 20 years, becoming an integral part of the brand’s aesthetic identity. Hedi Slimane opted for the simplification of the Celine logo as…
How luxury changed from being exclusive to democratic
Once upon a time the meaning of luxury was part aspiration, part exclusivity and part too expensive for most to afford. It was the Hermès bag, the Cartier watch and cashmere designer coat that equalled status, good taste and most of all exuded wealth. Brands communicated their campaigns through magazines, who had the power to…
In Pictures: Tommy x Lewis
London – Tommy Hilfiger has unveiled the first autumn/winter 2018 collaboration with four-time Formula One World Champion, Lewis Hamilton, which will premiere at the TommyNow experiential catwalk show in Shanghai, China on September 4. The Tommy x Lewis collection has been designed by Tommy Hilfiger in partnership with Lewis Hamilton, an ambassador for the luxury…
Versace close to deal to be bought by Michael Kors: reports
Hallowed Italian fashion house Versace, one of the few remaining big names in the business under family control, is close to a deal to be acquired by growing luxury juggernaut Michael Kors, financial media reported Monday. Michael Kors, whose roots are in the United States but which is headquartered in London, could announce a deal…
Robots to walk the catwalk at London Fashion Week
The Ohmni robot developed by Silicon Valley’s OhmniLabs will walk the catwalk for the first time at London Fashion Week in partnership with House of Ikons and Los Angeles-based designer, Honee. The robot will take to the catwalk wearing a one-of-a-kind creations from Honee during London Fashion Week this September as part of the House…