https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/rss/325246/feed The biggest stories and top looks from the fashion shows in Milan en https://assets-v2.i-scmp.com/production/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Demna’s highly awaited fall/winter 2026 runway debut for Gucci was unveiled at the Palazzo delle Scintille in Milan in February, attracting A-list celebrities ranging from Demi Moore and Shawn Mendes, to sisters Paris and Nicky Hilton. While the collection featured nods to the house’s provocative 90s era, when designer Tom Ford was at the helm, it also introduced key new silhouettes and innovative pairings, combining Demna’s streetwear aesthetic with classical details found in Italian art and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3369887/style-shoot-guccis-sleek-and-sexy-fall/winter-2026-collection-demna?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3369887/style-shoot-guccis-sleek-and-sexy-fall/winter-2026-collection-demna?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 09 Oct 2026 02:00:07 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Beyond the eye-catching fashion at the biggest spring/summer 2027 ready-to-wear shows in New York, London, Milan and Paris, the hair and make-up also offered plenty for beauty aficionados and style watchers, from confetti accents to ink-black pouts and more. Coach Some of the models at Coach clearly had a fabulous time celebrating the brand’s 85th anniversary as they walked the runway covered in foil confetti in a rainbow of colours, clinging to their skin, hair and clothes. Why not try this... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3369989/top-ss27-runway-beauty-looks-chanel-dior-gucci-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3369989/top-ss27-runway-beauty-looks-chanel-dior-gucci-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:10 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is an escapist classic that has inspired generations of designers. But for spring/summer 2027, Anteprima looks to this enduring muse not for surreal ensembles, but for the book’s wit, shifting perspectives and invitation to question the familiar. Under the title “Curiouser and Curiouser”, creative director Izumi Ogino has unveiled Anteprima Giardino: an imaginary garden where romance, practicality and playful sensibility meet. The collection... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3369278/style-edit-anteprima-finds-curiosity-everyday-dressing-its-ss27-collection?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3369278/style-edit-anteprima-finds-curiosity-everyday-dressing-its-ss27-collection?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 02 Oct 2026 02:00:12 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Frédéric Arnault grew up surrounded by luxury executives and creative directors, and has been exposed to the inner workings of the world’s top luxury brands from a very young age. He is the son of Bernard Arnault, chairman and CEO of LVMH, the world’s largest luxury group and the company behind brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior, Bulgari and Fendi. The young Arnault spent most of his adult life working at LVMH’s watchmaking division, first as CEO of Tag Heuer and later as CEO of LVMH... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/luxury-ceos/article/3369350/loro-piana-ceo-frederic-arnault-navigating-italian-luxury-brands-complexities?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/luxury-ceos/article/3369350/loro-piana-ceo-frederic-arnault-navigating-italian-luxury-brands-complexities?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:17 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Since their founding, Max Mara and sister brand Sportmax have been lauded for consistently delivering a covetable wardrobe of luxurious essentials that celebrate sophisticated, effortless Italian tailoring. Every collection’s unique blend of timeless elegance and everyday wearability has made it a mainstay in the wardrobes of style stars like Kate Mara, Leighton Meester, Yoona Lim and Adria Arjona – the latter received the 2026 Women in Film (WIF) Max Mara Face of the Future Award – all of whom... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3369181/style-edit-max-mara-celebrates-1930s-women-explorers-sportmax-lightens-daily-essentials-ss27?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3369181/style-edit-max-mara-celebrates-1930s-women-explorers-sportmax-lightens-daily-essentials-ss27?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:46:36 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre The last couple of days of a very happening Milan Fashion Week showcased the diversity of the Italian fashion industry, from the low-profile luxury embodied by Ferragamo and Tod’s – two labels known for their footwear and leather goods – to the Sicilian glamour of Dolce & Gabbana and Bottega Veneta’s celebration of textures. Louise Trotter’s third collection for Bottega Veneta felt like a breath of fresh air, which was probably how the designer envisioned the range from the start. In the show... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3368995/milan-fashion-week-bottega-veneta-dolce-gabbana-ferragamo-and-tods-round-out-best-ss27?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3368995/milan-fashion-week-bottega-veneta-dolce-gabbana-ferragamo-and-tods-round-out-best-ss27?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 28 Sep 2026 02:57:30 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Georgian designer Demna may have been at Gucci for only a couple of seasons but he’s clearly been enjoying his immersion into Italian culture. His tongue-in-cheek riffs on Italian stereotypes – from the tanned playboy to the Milanese sciura and the young bombshell – are spot on. The designer, formerly of Balenciaga, built a massive boutique that acted as a runway to unveil his latest collection for Gucci. Models and “real people” such as socialite Sabine Getty, stylist Amanda Harlech and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3368862/milan-fashion-week-guccis-demna-builds-massive-store-star-studded-show?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3368862/milan-fashion-week-guccis-demna-builds-massive-store-star-studded-show?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Sep 2026 15:10:32 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre The main shows of day three of Milan Fashion Week were Max Mara – the womenswear label that earlier this year celebrated its 75th anniversary with a show and exhibition in Shanghai – and Marni, where Belgian designer Meryll Rogge unveiled her second collection for the brand. Here’s what you need to know about the two shows. Fabrics always reign supreme at Max Mara, a brand that has a long history of developing high-quality textiles. The luxurious yarns the brand uses in its fall/winter... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3368745/milan-fashion-week-max-mara-brings-elevated-safari-style-marni-echoes-utilitarian-vibes-ss27?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3368745/milan-fashion-week-max-mara-brings-elevated-safari-style-marni-echoes-utilitarian-vibes-ss27?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:17:30 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Italy’s top fashion brands are showcasing their latest collections this week. Prada kicked off Milan Fashion Week with a blockbuster show celebrating one of its signatures, the skirt. Denim label Diesel followed with a very sexy range, the last to be designed by Belgian designer Glenn Martens, who will now fully focus on Maison Margiela, which, like Diesel, is owned by the OTB Group. Here is what you need to know about the biggest shows of day two: LVMH-owned Fendi and Jil Sander, another brand... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3368585/milan-fashion-week-fendi-and-jil-sander-spring/summer-2027-bring-sheer-glamour-and-distorted?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3368585/milan-fashion-week-fendi-and-jil-sander-spring/summer-2027-bring-sheer-glamour-and-distorted?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 24 Sep 2026 02:46:27 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre If there’s a garment that has come to define Prada – both the brand and the personal style of designer Miuccia Prada – it has to be the skirt. Back in 2005, the brand held a blockbuster exhibition at the Peace Hotel in Shanghai. Named “Waist Down”, the show was a celebration of the skirt, a closet staple that was also the centrepiece of the label’s spring/summer 2027 collection, unveiled on Tuesday at Milan Fashion Week. In the show notes, Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons, who co-design Prada,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3368446/milan-fashion-week-prada-spring/summer-2027-spotlights-skirt-brands-obsession?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3368446/milan-fashion-week-prada-spring/summer-2027-spotlights-skirt-brands-obsession?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 23 Sep 2026 01:59:13 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso The drinks are flowing, cigarette smoke hangs in the air and the music is thumping on a late night during Paris Men’s Fashion Week on a hot night in June. “It” girls Charli XCX and Gabbriette, along with the eternal diva, Madonna, arrive at the function ready to party as flashing strobe lights signal it’s time to dance. This isn’t your average rave though. This is La Watchparty, the community-first cultural phenomenon kick-started by 27-year-old content creator Elias Medini, known to his 488,000... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3365137/lyas-why-his-la-watchparty-madonnas-and-charli-xcxs-fashion-week-itinerary?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3365137/lyas-why-his-la-watchparty-madonnas-and-charli-xcxs-fashion-week-itinerary?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre When Italian label Max Mara celebrated its 75th anniversary earlier this year with an exhibition and fashion show at the Long Museum in Shanghai, it released three limited-edition coats to commemorate the milestone. The coats, which sold out quickly, were all reissues of archival pieces, including one dating back three decades. Although the brand’s ateliers reworked them in materials such as extremely light pure cashmere, their silhouettes remained the same, showcasing their relevance after so... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3364516/timeless-style-italian-womenswear-label-max-mara-marks-75-years-interview?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3364516/timeless-style-italian-womenswear-label-max-mara-marks-75-years-interview?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:00:05 +0000 Joshua Hendren Joshua Hendren Over the past few months, it’s been near impossible to miss the return of the pinstripe suit, and nowhere was this clearer than at the 2026 Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night of the year. Held annually at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the star-studded event brings together the world’s most famous faces to raise funds for the museum’s Costume Institute. This year’s exhibition, “Costume Art”, explores the relationship between clothing and the body, pairing historical and modern... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3361216/pinstripe-suits-are-back-and-stars-harry-styles-ryan-gosling-are-wearing-them?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3361216/pinstripe-suits-are-back-and-stars-harry-styles-ryan-gosling-are-wearing-them?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Jul 2026 22:00:07 +0000 Alexa Vernice Pacis Alexa Vernice Pacis Bella Hadid is living her cowgirl life to the fullest. In 2024, she moved to Fort Worth, Texas, to step back from modelling. Since moving, she’s had the chance to reconnect with equestrianism, a sport she had dreamed of competing at the Olympic level if not for her Lyme disease. Last week, on Instagram, the supermodel shared snippets of her summer spent on horseback and in nature. She went on picnics, dabbled in some crafting and spent time with the children of her friend, Rachel Ryan Lacy.... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3361309/who-nathan-lacy-colorado-mystery-cowboy-bella-hadid-reportedly-dating?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3361309/who-nathan-lacy-colorado-mystery-cowboy-bella-hadid-reportedly-dating?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:00:19 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Maria Grazia Chiuri’s first collection for Fendi – fall/winter 2026 – debuted in Milan in February but the designer didn’t wait long to pay homage to Rome, the city that both she and Fendi call home. Chiuri’s first haute couture show for the label took place in Rome on the last day of the Paris Haute Couture fall/winter 2026-27 shows. The event was held at the Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, where the exhibition “After Steps Through Work. Fendi / Karl Lagerfeld 1985” opened on... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3360061/maria-grazia-chiuris-first-fendi-haute-couture-collection-debuts-rome?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3360061/maria-grazia-chiuris-first-fendi-haute-couture-collection-debuts-rome?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Jul 2026 03:25:38 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa James Marsden and his girlfriend Frederique Brons stepped out together at the Dior Homme spring 2027 show in Paris on June 24 – the actor, 52, and Dutch model, 28, making their latest public appearance as a couple. The pair – who first sparked dating rumours in October 2023, when they were photographed kissing during a night out in New York – have kept a relatively low profile. They made their relationship red-carpet official in September 2025, when they attended the Emmys together. Marsden... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3358514/meet-jack-marsden-james-marsdens-model-musician-son-who-walked-dolce-gabbana-16?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3358514/meet-jack-marsden-james-marsdens-model-musician-son-who-walked-dolce-gabbana-16?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:00:06 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Now in its 64th year, Salone del Mobile returned to Milan in April to celebrate all that’s bright and beautiful in the world of interior design today. Here are Style’s picks of the 10 hottest furniture finds from this year’s fair. Armani Casa It’s been less than a year since Giorgio Armani’s passing, so it seems only fitting that Armani Casa’s Origins collection pay tribute to the designer’s most iconic pieces alongside their modern editions, as well as the style of his private residences. At... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3354107/10-top-furniture-picks-salone-del-mobile-2026-milan-dior-and-armani-fendi?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3354107/10-top-furniture-picks-salone-del-mobile-2026-milan-dior-and-armani-fendi?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:07 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney It wasn’t only the fashion that caught the eye at the biggest fall/winter 2026 ready-to-wear shows in London, Milan and Paris. The hair and make-up, too, had plenty to offer beauty aficionados and style watchers, from chrome glitter accents to red-hot pouts and plenty more. Prada It looks like “tired girl” make-up (yes – that is, in fact, a thing) isn’t going away any time soon. The catwalk stars at Prada, including Bella Hadid and Liu Wen, wore deliberately smudged charcoal eyes, minimal blush... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3347020/fashion-month-hair-and-make-looks-chanels-chrome-glitter-guccis-y2k-revival?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3347020/fashion-month-hair-and-make-looks-chanels-chrome-glitter-guccis-y2k-revival?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:00:08 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa The internet is at a very Chinese time of its life – and content creator Marcelo Wang is doing his part by teaching popular online phrases such as “gurl periodt” and “slay bestie” in Mandarin to some of your favourite celebrities like Rihanna, Rosalía and Paris Hilton. Here’s the lowdown on social media influencer Marcelo Wang – who was just spotted at Milan Fashion Week – and his rise to fame. He splits his time between Portugal and China Before he rose to TikTok stardom, Marcelo Wang was a... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3346703/meet-marcelo-wang-whos-teaching-rihanna-and-more-stars-how-say-phrases-mandarin?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3346703/meet-marcelo-wang-whos-teaching-rihanna-and-more-stars-how-say-phrases-mandarin?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:00:11 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Anteprima showcased its latest collection during Milan Fashion Week, drawing on nostalgia and artistry in its fall/winter 2026 range. Showing at Milan Fashion Week, Anteprima continued its long-running approach to fashion as art with its new collection, created in collaboration with contemporary Japanese artist Aiko Miyanaga. Known for installations that give form to the intangible – time, memory, transformation – Miyanaga often uses ephemeral materials, like salt and naphthalene, in her works,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3346194/style-edit-anteprima-and-atsuro-tayama-unveiled-nostalgic-artistry-during-fashion-month?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3346194/style-edit-anteprima-and-atsuro-tayama-unveiled-nostalgic-artistry-during-fashion-month?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:00:09 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa This season, Max Mara and Sportmax drew from different inspirations for their fall/winter collections, but shared a common vision: dressing women who move with purpose. Whether she’s heading into a boardroom or stepping out for an evening with friends, she’s confident, graceful and impeccably dressed. Hong Kong singer and model Mandy Tam attended both shows during Milan Fashion Week, reflecting her growing influence at home and on the global stage. At the Sportmax show – also its 50th... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3345947/style-edit-max-mara-turns-history-while-sportmax-draws-dynamism-fall/winter-2026?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3345947/style-edit-max-mara-turns-history-while-sportmax-draws-dynamism-fall/winter-2026?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:00:09 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Since moving to Singapore at the age of 13, style icon Yoyo Cao has arguably become the most famous influencer in the city state. Macau-born Cao has since made a name for herself beyond fashion, launching her popular brand Romi Beauty in 2022. Here are some of her favourite looks from the past 20 years. 2014 Some days a little red makes me feel different. Here I’m accessorising with Maison Margiela shoes, Colette sunglasses, a Mark Cross bag and Lack of Color hat at Paris Fashion... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3345519/flashback-style-icon-yoyo-cao-looks-back-her-favourite-outfits?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3345519/flashback-style-icon-yoyo-cao-looks-back-her-favourite-outfits?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 08 Mar 2026 11:00:08 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Fakemink, the self-described “poster boy” for the internet’s underground British rap scene who counts celebrities like Timothée Chalamet, Frank Ocean, Playboi Carti and Drake among his fans, made his runway debut for Gucci at Milan Fashion Week. Fakemink joined models Alex Consani, Gabbriette, Elon Musk’s estranged daughter Vivian Wilson and American rapper Nettspend on the catwalk, showcasing creative director Demna’s inaugural runway for the Italian house. Sauntering down the runway wearing a... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3345129/who-british-rapper-fakemink-who-just-made-his-runway-debut-gucci-milan-fashion-week?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3345129/who-british-rapper-fakemink-who-just-made-his-runway-debut-gucci-milan-fashion-week?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:00:16 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre The last days of Milan Fashion Week were busy with presentations from brands including Loro Piana, the purveyor of some of the most luxurious fabrics in the industry, and shoemaker Jimmy Choo. Two other houses known for their shoes – Tod’s and Ferragamo – showcased their new ranges. The hottest tickets were Bottega Veneta and Gucci, where Demna made his long-awaited runway debut. Armani, meanwhile, capped things off with a very on-brand collection designed by Giorgio Armani’s niece Silvana after... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3345065/milan-fashion-week-2026-best-gucci-bottega-veneta-tods-and-ferragamo?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3345065/milan-fashion-week-2026-best-gucci-bottega-veneta-tods-and-ferragamo?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2026 03:59:42 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Japanese designer Izumi Ogino has built a formidable career in fashion after time spent working in retail in Hong Kong in the 1980s. She introduced Italian brands to the region before launching her own brand, Anteprima, in Milan in 1993 and becoming the first Japanese female designer to show at Milan Fashion Week. Anteprima has since established itself as one of a select few luxury brands that successfully bridges fashion and art; the brand collaborates frequently with leading artists from... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3344857/how-luxury-brand-anteprima-brought-japanese-art-milan-fashion-week?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3344857/how-luxury-brand-anteprima-brought-japanese-art-milan-fashion-week?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Less than 24 hours after unveiling her first show for Fendi during Milan Fashion Week, designer Maria Grazia Chiuri sat down for an extensive interview with Style. Chiuri, who worked at Fendi in the 1990s, rejoined the brand last year after very successful stints at another Roman house, Valentino, and later at Dior in Paris. Here are some highlights from the conversation – from learning the ropes of the trade at Fendi as a young designer to her love for her hometown of Rome and her gripes with... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3344823/maria-grazia-chiuri-her-fendi-debut-karl-lagerfeld-and-social-media-her-own-words?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3344823/maria-grazia-chiuri-her-fendi-debut-karl-lagerfeld-and-social-media-her-own-words?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:40:07 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Day three of Milan Fashion Week was packed with shows and presentations from brands including Prada and Max Mara but the most awaited show of the day was Marni, where Belgian designer Meryll Rogge made her debut. Here is the lowdown on the three shows. Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons, who co-design Prada, had the simplest yet most clever idea for the fall/winter 2026 show, attended by celebrities such as Love Story’s actress Sarah Pidgeon, and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg with his wife... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3344805/milan-fashion-week-2026-pradas-layered-looks-max-mara-and-meryll-rogges-marni-debut?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3344805/milan-fashion-week-2026-pradas-layered-looks-max-mara-and-meryll-rogges-marni-debut?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:59:46 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre The fall/winter 2026 fashion shows are under way in Milan, where Italian powerhouse labels such as Gucci and Prada are based and showcase their ranges every season. They vie for attention with smaller brands and accessory labels that focus on leather goods and shoes. Here are three highlights from the first two days of shows. One of the biggest designer debuts this season was at Fendi. It’s a new era at the house. For the first time in the brand’s storied history – it celebrated its 100th... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3344669/milan-fashion-week-2026-maria-grazia-chiuris-fendi-debut-and-diesel-and-jil-sanders-runways?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3344669/milan-fashion-week-2026-maria-grazia-chiuris-fendi-debut-and-diesel-and-jil-sanders-runways?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Feb 2026 02:39:07 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar Shawn Mendes is seemingly starting the new year hand in hand with a new bae. The “Stitches” singer, 27, who is rumoured to be dating Brazilian model and actress Bruna Marquezine, was spotted enjoying a hiking date with the 30-year-old in Los Angeles over the weekend, reports Just Jared. The pair haven’t tried to hide their apparent new romance since being linked in December. They enjoyed New Year’s celebrations at Alagoas, per Hola! magazine, and were seen out and about in LA, fetching groceries... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3339993/meet-shawn-mendes-rumoured-girlfriend-brazilian-model-and-actress-bruna-marquezine?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3339993/meet-shawn-mendes-rumoured-girlfriend-brazilian-model-and-actress-bruna-marquezine?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:00:15 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney It’s not only the fashion that caught the eye at the four biggest spring/summer 2026 ready-to-wear shows – New York, London, Milan and Paris. The hair and make-up too had plenty to offer style watchers, from bubblegum-pink lips and multicoloured mascara to ultra-clean, minimalist looks and more. Dior For his first womenswear show under the creative direction of Jonathan Anderson, Peter Philips, creative and image director of Dior make-up, created a natural spring flush to celebrate the Northern... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3328756/8-make-highlights-spring/summer-2026-fashion-weeks-new-york-london-milan-and-paris?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3328756/8-make-highlights-spring/summer-2026-fashion-weeks-new-york-london-milan-and-paris?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:13 +0000 Aidyn Fitzpatrick Aidyn Fitzpatrick In its boldest forms, fashion can be seen as a celebration of the transient – and with its spring/summer 2026 collection, the Japan-inspired, Milan-born fashion house Anteprima leans into fashion’s ephemeral nature. It does so in a transcendent way, giving weight to the idea of impermanence and finding endurance in fragility. The season’s looks see beauty in the commonplace and the fleeting. If all that sounds more like an artist’s statement than notes from the catwalk, it’s because the entire... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3328181/style-edit-anteprima-gets-inspired-artist-takahiro-iwasaki-spring/summer-2026?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3328181/style-edit-anteprima-gets-inspired-artist-takahiro-iwasaki-spring/summer-2026?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 09 Oct 2025 02:00:09 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Japanese brand Onitsuka Tiger is well known among fashion circles thanks to its iconic Mexico striped sneaker, which is loved by celebrities like Bella Hadid, Kaia Gerber and of course Uma Thurman, who donned a pair in Tarantino’s legendary 2003 film, Kill Bill. More recently the brand has started to make headlines with its ever-growing ready-to-wear collections that blend its sportswear heritage with a youthful, genderless approach. Unveiled recently at Milan Fashion Week, the spring/summer... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3327996/style-edit-onitsuka-tigers-urban-fantasy-mixes-sportswear-heritage-genderless-chic?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3327996/style-edit-onitsuka-tigers-urban-fantasy-mixes-sportswear-heritage-genderless-chic?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Oct 2025 02:00:09 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter If you’re an established fashion house and planning to launch a playful new direction, what would be an entertaining and inviting way to go about it? How about turning a double-decker bus into a roving beauty parlour? That was the thinking behind Furla’s Iride Nail Bar, which took to the streets of Milan during the city’s recent fashion week – offering not only nails to die for, but also a delightful activation for the brand’s new creative approach, dubbed Come Play with Us. As a fashion week... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327716/style-edit-furla-embodies-playful-new-spirit-colourful-iride-collection?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327716/style-edit-furla-embodies-playful-new-spirit-colourful-iride-collection?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Oct 2025 02:00:09 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar Milan Fashion Week may be over, but the internet is still buzzing with the looks served – both on and off the runway. Among the who’s who of the fashion world, one newly emerged “It” girl stole the spotlight at the Gucci spring/summer 2026 show – Tish Weinstock. The socialite and beauty editor turned heads on the red carpet in a slinky grey number, which she wore under a fur coat, and accessorised with gold jewellery, purple tights and sleek black heels. Weinstock was previously spotted sitting... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3327760/meet-tish-weinstock-goth-model-who-turned-heads-milan-fashion-weeks-gucci-show?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3327760/meet-tish-weinstock-goth-model-who-turned-heads-milan-fashion-weeks-gucci-show?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 05 Oct 2025 06:00:11 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Max Mara and Sportmax each explore lightness and femininity in their spring/summer 2026 collections – albeit with divergent sources of inspiration and contrasting approaches to detailing. While Max Mara delves into the opulence and rebellious spirit of rococo, Sportmax channels a contemporary fluidity grounded in urban practicality and outward motion. The collections were unveiled at the brand’s spring/summer 2026 shows at Milan Fashion Week earlier this month. In attendance at the Max Mara... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327232/style-edit-max-mara-inspired-rococo-and-sportmax-restoration-spring/summer-2026?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327232/style-edit-max-mara-inspired-rococo-and-sportmax-restoration-spring/summer-2026?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 30 Sep 2025 02:00:11 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Fashion week has officially come and gone in Milan, where Demna showed his debut collection for Gucci via a short film titled The Tiger, and Giorgio Armani held its first show following its founder’s passing earlier this month. The brand’s outing was a tribute to the long-time designer’s legacy and a showcase of his final designs for the house. Here are some stand-out celebrity looks from Milan Fashion Week this past season, from Demi Moore’s knockout appearance at Gucci (and performance in The... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3327197/15-stand-out-celebrity-looks-milan-fashion-week-meryl-streep-dolce-gabbana-demi-moore-gucci?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3327197/15-stand-out-celebrity-looks-milan-fashion-week-meryl-streep-dolce-gabbana-demi-moore-gucci?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 29 Sep 2025 06:48:54 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre The Giorgio Armani spring/summer 2026 show was supposed to be a celebration of the brand’s 50th anniversary. Following the designer’s passing on September 4, however, the event turned into a moving tribute to Mr Armani, as he was known to fashion insiders. Long-time friends of the house such as Cate Blanchett and Richard Gere, who famously wore Armani in his breakout role in American Gigolo (1980), graced the occasion, paying homage to the late designer alongside fellow A-listers such as Glenn... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327186/milan-fashion-week-giorgio-armanis-show-paid-tribute-late-visionary-brand-turns-50?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327186/milan-fashion-week-giorgio-armanis-show-paid-tribute-late-visionary-brand-turns-50?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 29 Sep 2025 03:34:43 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Milan Fashion Week ended with a poignant show from Giorgio Armani, the legendary designer who passed away earlier this month. Leading up to that moving event, brands ranging from Ferragamo and Tod’s – both known for their footwear – to Bottega Veneta showed their latest collections. The week’s most awaited debut was designer Louise Trotter’s first show for Bottega Veneta as creative director. The British designer, who cut her teeth at brands including Joseph, Lacoste and Carven, replaces... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327177/milan-fashion-week-bottega-venetas-louise-trotter-debuts-tods-transforms-leather-and-ferragamo?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327177/milan-fashion-week-bottega-venetas-louise-trotter-debuts-tods-transforms-leather-and-ferragamo?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 29 Sep 2025 02:56:19 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar Milan Fashion Week is officially upon us and all eyes are on Louise Trotter, who will be unveiling her debut collection as creative director of Bottega Veneta. Her predecessor, Paris-born Matthieu Blazy – who has since moved on to Chanel – married craftsmanship with innovation during his tenure. Now, the fashion set is buzzing with curiosity about Trotter’s vision for the Italian luxury house. According to Vogue Business, Trotter has been tasked with capitalising on the impressive momentum set... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3327023/meet-louise-trotter-who-will-make-her-bottega-veneta-debut-milan?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3327023/meet-louise-trotter-who-will-make-her-bottega-veneta-debut-milan?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 27 Sep 2025 15:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Two of Italy’s biggest brands – Prada and Max Mara – were the headliners on day three of Milan Fashion Week. The two labels couldn’t be more different: Prada – co-designed by living legend Miuccia Prada and Belgian designer Raf Simons – always sets the agenda with collections that blend commercial appeal with strong ideas, while Max Mara showcases Italian excellence with a focus on well-made garments that stand the test of time. Here’s the lowdown on the two brands’ spring/summer 2026... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3326922/milan-fashion-week-prada-goes-utilitarian-chic-while-max-mara-embraces-rococo-style?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3326922/milan-fashion-week-prada-goes-utilitarian-chic-while-max-mara-embraces-rococo-style?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Sep 2025 02:45:14 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Day two of Milan Fashion Week kicked off with the debut of Simone Bellotti at Jil Sander and continued with presentations from brands such as Loro Piana, Brunello Cucinelli, Pucci and MCM. Here are two of the highlights from a busy day of back-to-back events. Fendi, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, has yet to name a successor to former women’s creative director Kim Jones, but in the meantime Silvia Venturini Fendi is doing a great job holding the fort. For spring/summer... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3326758/milan-fashion-week-fendi-celebrates-100-years-playful-colours-while-simone-bellotti-makes-his-jil?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3326758/milan-fashion-week-fendi-celebrates-100-years-playful-colours-while-simone-bellotti-makes-his-jil?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 25 Sep 2025 02:59:54 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre The well-orchestrated soft launch of Demna’s first collection for Gucci began with a series of portraits taken by Catherine Opie, which were unveiled 24 hours before a much-anticipated event on day one of Milan Fashion Week. The former creative director of Balenciaga, Demna was appointed artistic director of Gucci in March in a very surprising move from Kering, the luxury group behind both labels. While the designer will reveal his full vision for Gucci next season, this collection “marks the... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3326616/milan-fashion-week-demnas-first-collection-gucci-celebrated-short-starring-demi-moore?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3326616/milan-fashion-week-demnas-first-collection-gucci-celebrated-short-starring-demi-moore?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 24 Sep 2025 02:30:45 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney For its bold autumn/winter 2025 collection, which was unveiled in Milan in February, Italian fashion label Gucci reached all the way back to the bewitching silhouettes of the 1960s and 70s for some inspiration – think backless tops, metallic fabrics and exaggerated pussy-bow accents. This year also marks the 70th anniversary of Gucci’s Horsebit 1955 bag. The timeless emblem appears on a host of new accessories this season, from carryalls to statement jewellery. The Gucci Siena small shoulder bag... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/article/3325706/style-shoot-guccis-bold-autumn/winter-2025-collection-enchants-dramatic-silhouettes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/article/3325706/style-shoot-guccis-bold-autumn/winter-2025-collection-enchants-dramatic-silhouettes?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 19 Sep 2025 02:00:13 +0000 Associated Press Associated Press Giorgio Armani, the Italian designer who turned the concept of understated elegance into a multibillion-dollar fashion empire, has died, his fashion house confirmed. He was 91. Armani died at home, the fashion house said. Armani, one of the most recognisable names and faces in the global fashion industry, missed Milan Fashion Week in June 2025 for the first time during the previews of Spring-Summer 2026 menswear to recover from an undisclosed condition. He was planning a major event to celebrate... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/world/article/3324389/fashion-designer-giorgio-armani-dead-91?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/world/article/3324389/fashion-designer-giorgio-armani-dead-91?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 04 Sep 2025 13:56:52 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter It’s not often that luxury brand advertising makes you stop and think about subjects beyond the beautiful clothes and accessories, which is why Gucci’s newly released autumn/winter 2025 campaign is a breath of fresh air. This season, the Italian luxury house has given us more food – and fashion – for thought with The Gucci Portrait Series, a campaign that celebrates individual expression and identity through a stylish Gucci lens. To bring this concept to life, the house turned to prominent... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3321970/style-edit-gucci-portrait-series-celebrates-individual-identity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3321970/style-edit-gucci-portrait-series-celebrates-individual-identity?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 18 Aug 2025 02:00:15 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Kit Butler is one of the few men in fashion to earn the title of a “supermodel”. Only a handful of women and even fewer men have laid claim to the “super” prefix since the days when Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell and their fellow supers ruled the runways. Other notable male supermodels include the likes of Tyson Beckford, David Gandy and Marcus Schenkenberg. At only 27 years old, the British model has racked up a résumé that’d make any model green with envy; one peppered with legacy brands such... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3315896/meet-british-male-supermodel-kit-butler-he-debuted-16-coach-his-work-balenciaga-and-versace?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3315896/meet-british-male-supermodel-kit-butler-he-debuted-16-coach-his-work-balenciaga-and-versace?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:00:12 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre It’s easy to get swept up by the excitement of Milan – from its fashion weeks that see thousands descend upon the fashion capital, to its rich legacy of art. But visitors often pay a trip to the Italian city for a more straightforward reason: shopping. Beyond the usual names in the luxury shopping districts, here are three labels to check out on your next trip for a sweet souvenir to take home. Fornasetti This lifestyle label needs little introduction – its objects adorned with the likeness of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3310424/insiders-guide-shopping-milan-fornasettis-bestselling-lina-cavalieri-objects-massimo-albas-classic?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3310424/insiders-guide-shopping-milan-fornasettis-bestselling-lina-cavalieri-objects-massimo-albas-classic?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 17 May 2025 10:00:12 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre If you were to come up with a list of brands that cater to discreet connoisseurs, Italian leather goods house Valextra would be right up there. Founded in Milan in 1937, the house has a loyal following among worldly and cultured luxury lovers who usually discover the brand by chancing upon its Milan store, which has become a destination unto itself for visitors to the city. That “if you know, you know” attitude was a key element of Valextra’s appeal long before those five words became a popular... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3310083/xavier-rougeaux-ceo-valextra-explains-subtle-allure-milan-leather-goods-brand-famous-its-whispered?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3310083/xavier-rougeaux-ceo-valextra-explains-subtle-allure-milan-leather-goods-brand-famous-its-whispered?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 14 May 2025 04:00:13 +0000 “Try cracking it,” says Dilara Kan, partner at Studio Yellowdot, as she hands me a small piece of dried eggshell. Holding the pearl-coloured fragment between my thumb and index finger I can feel the dual nature of one of the world’s most ubiquitous waste materials. Rigid and porous at the same time, the shard bends easily, but when enough pressure is applied, it cracks, producing a crisp sound similar to clinking glass. “Isn’t it fun to play around with it?” For the past five years, Kan, who... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/postmag/design-interiors/article/3307693/designers-recycling-eggshells-create-lamps-and-decorative-household-objects?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/postmag/design-interiors/article/3307693/designers-recycling-eggshells-create-lamps-and-decorative-household-objects?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 24 Apr 2025 23:30:08 +0000 In an industry as cutthroat as fashion, where profit margins take precedence over personality and greed often wins out over generosity, Susan Fang – both the designer and her eponymous brand – feels like a breath of fresh air. Long fascinated by her ethereal designs, which I can only describe as looking and feeling like billowy, colourful cotton candy sculptures come to life, I’m pleased to find Fang is equally effusive, energetic and bubbly in person when we catch up during her recent visit to... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/article/3306392/interview-susan-fang-fashion-designers-flowy-and-colourful-looks-evoke-pastoral-innocence-and-her?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/article/3306392/interview-susan-fang-fashion-designers-flowy-and-colourful-looks-evoke-pastoral-innocence-and-her?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 14 Apr 2025 03:59:34 +0000