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Clarks Originals teases its first-ever apparel range

British footwear brand Clarks is expanding its Originals line beyond footwear with its first-ever unisex apparel collection, featuring T-shirts, caps, and socks. The brand teased the upcoming Clarks Originals collection during Paris Fashion Week Men’s, showcasing apparel for spring/summer 2026 inspired by its iconic “big three silhouettes”, the...

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12 Key trends set to define 2026

In 2026, purchasing dynamics are evolving. The absolute reign of fleeting TikTok micro-trends and clearly defined style trends is over. Individual pieces, tactile materials, and bold prints are now driving sales. This shift is influenced by a customer who is equally interested in second-hand fashion, high street items, and luxury pieces. To...

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Video: Tory Burch Spring/Summer 2026

American designer presented her eponymous fashion brand's Spring/Summer collection during New York Fashion Week last fall. For SS26, the collection explores the complexity of women and different facets of their style. Key themes include the juxtaposition of femininity and strength, and the interplay of precision and imperfection. This is...

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Pucci is heading to Sicily for SS26 catwalk show

Italian fashion house Pucci, owned by luxury conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, has announced its next destination show will take place in Sicily, an island in the Mediterranean Sea, just south of the Italian peninsula. The catwalk is scheduled for April 17 and will be a ‘see now, buy now’ showcase for the brand’s spring/summer 2026...

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SS26 trend: Designers use the bubble hem to create a fresh silhouette

Tracing the trend The bubble hem (also called the ‘balloon’ hem) has appeared several times throughout fashion history, including the ‘80s, when designers like Christian Lacroix, Yves Saint Laurent, and Ungaro revived it in taffeta cocktail dresses and skirts. It matched the decade’s love of bold, dramatic silhouettes and youthful glamour. But...

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For SS26 Denim looks that go beyond basic jeans

When Jonathan Anderson presented his debut collection for Dior Spring/Summer 2026, the 74 mesmerizing looks offered so much to take in that one could almost overlook the subtle denim mini-skirts and pussy-bow blouses tucked among them. Yet they were there—proof that Anderson, like several designers this season, embraced denim as a richly...

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Eyewear trends: Most fashionable styles for SS26

The spring/summer 2026 shows confirmed the creative power of sunglasses and opticals. The accessory has once again become the perfect canvas for personal expression, bringing a wide range of influences. From futuristic shapes and 70s accents to high-tech styles and “look-at-me” models, here are the five most creative eyewear styles for the...

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International debutants set the pace at the 41st edition of Riga Fashion Week

The Latvian capital once again became a meeting point for Baltic and European fashion from October 20 to 24. The 41st edition of Riga Fashion Week was a season marked by debutants. Seventeen brands from Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, Poland, Belgium and Uzbekistan presented their collections. Twelve of them appeared on the catwalk for the first...

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Under new direction: SS26 sets new standards on social media

The true success of a designer's debut can often only be measured in the third season, once the first collection has arrived in boutiques. However, subtle signs can be detected beforehand, indicating whether a fashion house has captured the zeitgeist with its choice of a new creative director. Rarely has the anticipation been as high as it was...

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Video: Milan fashion week SS26 top 10 Spring/Summer trends

This captivating video delves into the most significant fashion trends unveiled at Milan Fashion Week 2026, offering an in-depth look at the top 10 Spring/Summer 2026 trends poised to shape and define the upcoming season. From the opulent collections of established luxury brands to the innovative creations of avant-garde and emerging designers,...

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Video: Dries Van Noten SS26 Paris fashion week highlights

The Dries Van Noten Spring/Summer 2026 fashion show, captured by Julian Klausner, took center stage at Paris Fashion Week. The presentation showcased the highly anticipated Dries Van Noten Spring Summer 2026 womenswear ready-to-wear collection, a highlight of the prestigious event. Fashion enthusiasts and industry insiders were treated to a...

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Between upheaval and familiarity: 10 Key trends for SS26

The word “historic” was so prevalent this season that it almost felt like an unofficial headline hovering over the spring/summer 2026 collections. This was certainly justified, as a major reshuffle took place in the highest echelons of the fashion world. A total of 14 designers presented their debut collections as newly appointed creative...