https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/rss/521906/feed Balenciaga: A Spanish-founded luxury fashion house, now headquartered in Paris, Balenciaga is renowned for its avant-garde designs and high-end ready-to-wear, footwear, handbags, and accessories. It primarily targets fashion-conscious individuals, including millennials and Gen Z, who appreciate innovative aesthetics and luxury streetwear. Notable for revolutionising women’s silhouettes and pushing design boundaries, Balenciaga maintains a global presence. Its business focus centres on... en https://assets-v2.i-scmp.com/production/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Day four of Paris Fashion Week was filled with back-to-back shows and presentations. The longest day of the week began with Chloé at 10am and ended 12 hours later with a glamorous show by jewellery house Messika. Here’s what you need to know about the four biggest shows of the day. When Schiaparelli’s creative director Daniel Roseberry started designing ready-to-wear for the haute couture house in 2023, he set out to build the foundations and codes of today’s Schiaparelli, a historic brand that... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3369506/paris-fashion-week-best-ss27-looks-balenciaga-chloe-schiaparelli-and-rick-owens?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3369506/paris-fashion-week-best-ss27-looks-balenciaga-chloe-schiaparelli-and-rick-owens?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 02 Oct 2026 03:29:21 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre One of the most celebrated photographers of the 20th century, Irving Penn is the subject of an exhibition at the Maison Européenne de la Photographie (MEP) in Paris. Titled “Penn & Fashion”, the show, which also commemorates the 30th anniversary of the institution, was organised in collaboration with The Irving Penn Foundation and the Nicola Erni Collection. Known for his striking black-and-white photographs and meticulously staged images for fashion publications such as Vogue, Penn... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3369035/photographer-irving-penns-era-defining-fashion-imagery-celebrated-paris-exhibition?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3369035/photographer-irving-penns-era-defining-fashion-imagery-celebrated-paris-exhibition?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:16 +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 Annie Brown Annie Brown Call it the Yellowstone effect, or maybe, like Bella Hadid with her cowboy ex-boyfriend, we all want to be ranch girls, but cowboy boots are everywhere. That’s not to say the cowboy boot hasn’t always been a fashion favourite. With Western roots dating back to the 19th century, the style features small heels originally meant for stirrup support and high shafts to protect a working cowboy’s legs. Anybody who still has an image of Sienna Miller circa 2004 in a minidress, Balenciaga City bag and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3364065/cowboy-boots-are-stomping-back-style-prada-and-celine-chloe-and-fendi?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3364065/cowboy-boots-are-stomping-back-style-prada-and-celine-chloe-and-fendi?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:00:07 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown There is an inherent, and entirely alluring, contradiction about black. Partly because of course it’s not a colour at all. It’s the absence of one. We say we are ‘in the black’ when times are good, and yet in many cultures we wear it to the funerals. It’s the colour of the goths and the classicists. Of Audrey Hepburn nibbling a croissant in front of Tiffany’s in black Givenchy and Morticia Addams’ signature look in The Addams Family. It’s sombre and modest. It’s also the sexiest colour you can... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3363920/black-reigns-supreme-chanel-and-hermes-yohji-yamamoto-and-comme-des-garcons?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3363920/black-reigns-supreme-chanel-and-hermes-yohji-yamamoto-and-comme-des-garcons?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:00:08 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Gwyneth Paltrow’s son, Moses Martin, just went public with his relationship with girlfriend Campbell Fealy on Instagram. Martin celebrated Fealy’s 21st birthday this week with a sweet post on his Instagram Stories, featuring a snap of him wrapping his arm around his girlfriend, with the caption: “Favorite persons birthday” [sic]. Martin also shared a photo of Fealy balancing two sunglasses on her face and wrote: “I love you big time”. This is the first time Martin, whose father is Coldplay’s... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3362554/who-campbell-fealy-meet-girlfriend-gwyneth-paltrows-son-moses-martin?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3362554/who-campbell-fealy-meet-girlfriend-gwyneth-paltrows-son-moses-martin?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:00:13 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Parisian fashion house Matières Fécales, known as Fecal Matter in English, is behind Zendaya’s most recent viral red carpet look. The actress, who plays the Greek goddess Athena in Christopher Nolan’s star-studded film, The Odyssey, stepped out in a stunning white gown with large sculptural wings protruding from the back of the dress at the New York City premiere last Tuesday. Paired with bronzy, sun-kissed make-up and a half-undone braid, Zendaya’s ethereal look stunned the internet. The brain... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3361446/meet-founders-matieres-fecales-brand-behind-zendayas-stunning-winged-look-odyssey-premiere?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3361446/meet-founders-matieres-fecales-brand-behind-zendayas-stunning-winged-look-odyssey-premiere?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:00:17 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Day three of the fall/winter 2026-27 haute couture shows in Paris marked two debuts: Pierpaolo Piccioli at Balenciaga and Duran Lantink at Jean Paul Gaultier. Both designers unveiled their first haute couture collections for the brands they recently joined. Also on schedule were London-based, Hong Kong-born designer Robert Wun, Dutch duo Viktor & Rolf and Indian designer Manish Malhotra. When Balenciaga’s then creative director Demna unveiled his first haute couture line for the label in 2021,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3359920/paris-haute-couture-week-2026-balenciaga-and-jean-paul-gaultier-unveil-bold-new-visions?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3359920/paris-haute-couture-week-2026-balenciaga-and-jean-paul-gaultier-unveil-bold-new-visions?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 09 Jul 2026 02:51:11 +0000 Joshua Hendren Joshua Hendren It may not be summer in the US yet, but some of the best-dressed men in Hollywood are already ditching their shirts. As the rules of red carpet tailoring continue to loosen, from more relaxed takes on black tie to the floppy ribbon bows recently seen under the collars of Paul Mescal and Cillian Murphy, stylish A-listers are opting to wear their blazers with nothing underneath, turning bare skin into one of the season’s hottest menswear trends. This year’s Vanity Fair Oscar Party, long one of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3356342/shirtless-suiting-trend-has-landed-red-carpets-thanks-harry-styles-barry-keoghan-and-bts-jimin?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3356342/shirtless-suiting-trend-has-landed-red-carpets-thanks-harry-styles-barry-keoghan-and-bts-jimin?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:00:07 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre From couture-meets-sportswear at Balenciaga to literary-inspired accessories at Dior, this season’s fashion offerings are a blend of nostalgia and playfulness. Collaborations and anniversary collections take centre stage as brands like Louis Vuitton revisit heritage codes with a contemporary twist. Balenciaga Couture and sportswear come together in Balenciaga’s fall 2026 collection. Leggings in moisture-wicking and breathable fabrics are paired with leather jackets and elegant... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3354209/7-fashion-drops-blend-nostalgia-fun-louis-vuitton-dior-and-versace?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3354209/7-fashion-drops-blend-nostalgia-fun-louis-vuitton-dior-and-versace?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 21 May 2026 22:00:09 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Every May, the fashion world’s attention turns to the French Riviera, where esteemed filmmakers and celebrities take over the red carpets of Cannes. A major showcase for fashion and jewellery from the world’s top luxury maisons, the Cannes Film Festival carries as much cultural cachet – and earned media value – as the Oscars or the Met Gala. Here are some stand-out red carpet moments from the 79th annual Cannes Film Festival. Demi Moore in Jacquemus, Chopard and Gucci The Substance (2024) star... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3354197/cannes-film-festivals-stand-out-looks-demi-moore-daisy-edgar-jones?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3354197/cannes-film-festivals-stand-out-looks-demi-moore-daisy-edgar-jones?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 20 May 2026 06:33:41 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa London-based luxury menswear label Lu’u Dan has never been subtle. On April 27, the brand, whose Puffa shorts sold out within hours after Justin Bieber wore them during his Coachella set in April, posted on Instagram in bold red type: “We’ve already said it. We’re not toning it down.” The message, paired with founder Hung La’s declaration of pride in his Vietnamese-American identity, framed the brand’s stance plainly: Lu’u Dan is not interested in restraint. “AAPI [Asian American and Pacific... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3353433/luu-dan-x-bruce-lee-collab-celebrating-asian-masculinity-and-dangerous-men?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3353433/luu-dan-x-bruce-lee-collab-celebrating-asian-masculinity-and-dangerous-men?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 May 2026 06:00:09 +0000 Wynna Wong Wynna Wong More than 60 new brands, mostly luxury labels, will move into K11 Musea as part of a revamp to boost the shopping centre’s offerings, but an analyst has warned of a complicated external environment weighing on the retail sector’s prospects. These brands are set to join the Tsim Sha Tsui mall in a tenant overhaul covering about 30 per cent of its retail space, with operators expecting rents for the revamped stores to rise by double digits. New or expanded flagship stores include Audemars Piguet,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347486/luxury-brands-bet-growth-well-heeled-tourists-flock-hong-kong-events?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347486/luxury-brands-bet-growth-well-heeled-tourists-flock-hong-kong-events?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 23 Mar 2026 02:30:13 +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 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar All eyes were on rising star Hudson Williams when he stepped out on the red carpet at the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party – which followed the 98th Academy Awards on March 15 – with his long-time girlfriend, Katelyn Rose Larson, on his arm. Hudson Williams and his girlfriend walk the #VFOscars carpet. See all the guests: https://t.co/Alb23i1Ko5 pic.twitter.com/zDQ795YYoR — VANITY FAIR (@VanityFair) March 16, 2026 The Heated Rivalry phenom – who matched his co-star Connor Storrie’s sheer Saint... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3346844/meet-katelyn-rose-larson-girlfriend-rising-star-hudson-williams-heated-rivalry-fame?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3346844/meet-katelyn-rose-larson-girlfriend-rising-star-hudson-williams-heated-rivalry-fame?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:45:02 +0000 Reuters,Agence France-Presse Reuters,Agence France-Presse Hollywood’s best and brightest stars on Sunday hit the red carpet for the 98th Academy Awards, the movie industry’s biggest night. Among the most closely watched arrivals were the best actress nominees. Rose Byrne wore a black Dior strapless gown with a flared hem and floral embellishments, topped off with an asymmetrical necklace. Emma Stone stunned in a ‌form-fitting liquid silver Louis Vuitton dress and bouncy bob. Jessie Buckley opted for a pop of colour in an off-the-shoulder red and pink... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3346698/what-did-stars-wear-oscars-2026-timothee-chalamet-jessie-buckley-michael-b-jordan-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3346698/what-did-stars-wear-oscars-2026-timothee-chalamet-jessie-buckley-michael-b-jordan-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:28:09 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre It was a busy weekend at Paris Fashion Week, with shows from brands ranging from LVMH-owned Loewe and Celine to powerhouse Hermès. Here is what you need to know about what’s been happening so far on the Paris runways. A tailored black coat paired with a matching hat opened the Celine fall/winter 2026 show. The streamlined garment was decorated with a pin badge on the left shoulder emblazoned with the words “bienvenue chez Celine” (welcome to Celine in English). After almost two years at the... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3345916/paris-fashion-week-2026-celine-loewe-hermes-balenciaga-givenchy-and-more-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3345916/paris-fashion-week-2026-celine-loewe-hermes-balenciaga-givenchy-and-more-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Mar 2026 03:43:58 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Bryan Yambao, a Filipino blogger, influencer and editor now known as Bryanboy, is known in equal measure for his daring looks and sharp commentary on the season’s hottest trends. Since 2022, he has served as editor-in-chief of Perfect Magazine. Here are his favourite looks from the past 20 years, in his own words. 2011 This Maison Margiela fur hat that I wore at the autumn/winter 2011 Marc Jacobs show literally took an entire suitcase. Oh, to be young, innocent and free to wear absolutely... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3345149/flashback-filipino-influencer-bryanboy-introduces-his-favourite-looks?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3345149/flashback-filipino-influencer-bryanboy-introduces-his-favourite-looks?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:00:17 +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 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre When Remo Ruffini acquired Moncler in 2003, down jackets were utilitarian basics relegated to the back of the closet. Ruffini – back then an under-the-radar entrepreneur from a family in Como’s textile and clothing trade – has been single-handedly responsible for transforming a functional wardrobe staple into a de facto status symbol that is the clothing equivalent of a high-end handbag. The current chairman and outgoing CEO of Moncler, Ruffini didn’t set out to build an empire when he took over... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/luxury-ceos/article/3342585/how-remo-ruffini-made-moncler-luxury-powerhouse-grenoble-winter-olympics?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/luxury-ceos/article/3342585/how-remo-ruffini-made-moncler-luxury-powerhouse-grenoble-winter-olympics?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Feb 2026 22:00:16 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa David and Victoria Beckham’s daughter-in-law Nicola Peltz Beckham is fronting the latest campaign for Italian fashion brand Genny’s spring/summer 2026 campaign. The American actress, model and billionaire heiress married into the Beckham family in 2022 when she tied the knot with Brooklyn Beckham – although since then, Brooklyn has fallen out with his family citing controlling and inappropriate behaviour towards him and his wife. So far, Nicola has chosen not to comment on the family drama and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3342332/nicola-peltz-beckhams-fashion-collaborations-balenciaga-moncler-and-pepe-jeans?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3342332/nicola-peltz-beckhams-fashion-collaborations-balenciaga-moncler-and-pepe-jeans?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:01:40 +0000 Los Angeles Times Los Angeles Times From the Versace dress that led to the creation of Google Images to the Swarovski-encrusted jumpsuit that repopularised androgynous menswear on the red carpet, the Grammy Awards show is synonymous with iconic fashion. Bold and daring looks often push the envelope. Music’s biggest night returned to Crypto.com Arena on Sunday for the 68th Grammy Awards, bringing with it the edgiest fashion of the season. Bad Bunny Bad Bunny wears custom Schiaparelli menswear with laced-up detailing on the... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3342040/what-stars-wore-grammys-2026-addison-rae-olivia-dean-and-chappell-roan?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3342040/what-stars-wore-grammys-2026-addison-rae-olivia-dean-and-chappell-roan?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 02 Feb 2026 04:15:52 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso “It’s a story of potluck, karaoke, gambling, smoking,” London-based designer Hung La muses as he leans back into the sofa on a recent stopover in Hong Kong. He looks relaxed, making himself at home somewhere far from home, reflecting on the mix of influences behind his hit menswear brand Lu’u Dan, the Vietnamese term for a “dangerous man” or “bad boy”. All that’s missing as La tells this story is a cigarette dangling from his mouth. “I’ve come full circle in my life and career,” he says. “All... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3340981/designer-hung-la-inspo-behind-his-bad-boy-brand-luu-dan?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3340981/designer-hung-la-inspo-behind-his-bad-boy-brand-luu-dan?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:17:31 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Among the most recent happenings and product releases to know from the world of beauty, highlights include Balenciaga’s collection of fragrances, which were inspired by the original scent developed by the maison’s founder; Sydney Sweeney’s chin-grazing bob; and Officine Universelle Buly’s unscented Baume des Muses lip balm. Scroll to see what other products are worth checking out and splurging on this month. Sydney Sweeney Sydney Sweeney debuted a dramatic haircut at the AFI Fest screening of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3339191/balenciagas-new-fragrances-sydney-sweeneys-bob-and-officine-universelle-bulys-lipstick-necklace?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3339191/balenciagas-new-fragrances-sydney-sweeneys-bob-and-officine-universelle-bulys-lipstick-necklace?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:00:09 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa From head-turning red carpet moments to street style, 2025 delivered some unforgettable fashion statements. Here’s our round-up of the year’s most talked-about looks. Kicking off with the wedding of the year, Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s lavish three-day extravaganza in Venice in June cost upwards of US$20 million, per Forbes. For her big day, the bride wore a Dolce & Gabbana wedding dress. While attending the European premiere of Marvel’s Thunderbolts in London this April, actor Pedro... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3336848/2025s-most-viral-fashion-moments-jean-paul-gaultiers-naked-suit-brad-pitt-and-ines-de-ramons-couple?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3336848/2025s-most-viral-fashion-moments-jean-paul-gaultiers-naked-suit-brad-pitt-and-ines-de-ramons-couple?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:12 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso What makes a truly powerful statement piece in fashion? For a growing number of designers today, the answer is avant-garde upcycling, a method as much about the subliminal messaging behind an item of clothing as the unusual materials being reused to produce it. Younger labels like Ellen Hodakova Larsson’s Hodakova and Dauphinette by Olivia Cheng have taken off thanks to bold, buzzy designs made with sustainability in mind – think statement pieces made out of everything from recycled and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3336455/listers-are-turning-heads-upcycled-looks-rose-blackpink-jenna-ortega?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3336455/listers-are-turning-heads-upcycled-looks-rose-blackpink-jenna-ortega?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:00:18 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso As 2025 draws to a close, the year may best be remembered for all the new runway and red carpet fashion, given the unprecedented number of new designers making debuts at major luxury houses, from Dior to Chanel. One major trend from yesteryear, however, is here to stay. From Sabrina Carpenter’s multiple Bob Mackie looks at the MTV Video Music Awards to Emma Stone’s Gwyneth Paltrow moment in vintage Donna Karan, celebrities gave us no shortage of major archival fashion pulls to admire this year.... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3335697/13-celebrities-who-channelled-vintage-vibes-red-carpet-ariana-grande-sabrina-carpenter?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3335697/13-celebrities-who-channelled-vintage-vibes-red-carpet-ariana-grande-sabrina-carpenter?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:00:13 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Are tote bags the new status symbol? Trader Joe’s seems to think so. The popular American grocery store chain is having a big year thanks to its US$3 mini totes, a product so popular the brand just dropped even tinier micro versions for a fraction of the price. But Trader Joe’s is far from the only company cashing in on the idea of toting around an accessory which feels, if not quite luxury, somewhat exclusive. From cult favourite bookstores like Daunt Books and Shakespeare & Company to... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334061/8-viral-tote-bags-trader-joes-gentlewoman-and-emily-ratajkowskis-daunt-books-tote?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334061/8-viral-tote-bags-trader-joes-gentlewoman-and-emily-ratajkowskis-daunt-books-tote?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:10 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Wicked may very well be remembered for making movie magic off screen just as well as on. Walking the red carpet premieres across Paris, London, São Paulo, Singapore and New York, stars Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh and Jeff Goldblum have enamoured fans worldwide with their on-theme method dressing choices. This was all in honour of the film’s second chapter, Wicked: For Good, hitting the silver screen this weekend. Keep scrolling for stand-out looks from the Wicked... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3333227/24-stand-out-looks-wicked-press-tour-ariana-grande-balenciaga-jonathan-bailey-gucci-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3333227/24-stand-out-looks-wicked-press-tour-ariana-grande-balenciaga-jonathan-bailey-gucci-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 18 Nov 2025 07:43:25 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar The spring/summer 2026 season has officially come to an end with the conclusion of Paris Fashion Week. However, social media is still abuzz with all the stand-out style moments delivered by celebrities in the French capital. One actor in particular, Arthur Chen, has set the internet ablaze with his all-black ensemble at Pierpaolo Piccioli’s Balenciaga show. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ChenFeiyu.th (@thechenarthur_diary) The Chinese star... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3328776/meet-arthur-chen-chinese-actor-who-turned-heads-paris-fashion-weeks-balenciaga-show?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3328776/meet-arthur-chen-chinese-actor-who-turned-heads-paris-fashion-weeks-balenciaga-show?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:00:10 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso To say Paris Fashion Week is a star-studded affair would be an understatement. But we’ve had an extra dose of celebrity glam this season with the event putting on a whopping 74 shows on the official calendar. As over a dozen new creative directors showed their debut collections for major luxury houses such as Balenciaga and Chanel, we saw countless A-listers grace the front row of their runways. Below we break down some stand-out celebrity looks this season, from the big and bold to the... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3328218/28-stand-out-celebrity-paris-fashion-week-looks-nicole-kidman-blackpinks-lisa-meghan-markle-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3328218/28-stand-out-celebrity-paris-fashion-week-looks-nicole-kidman-blackpinks-lisa-meghan-markle-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Oct 2025 07:38:51 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Three of the season’s most awaited debuts took place this weekend at Paris Fashion Week. Italian designer Pierpaolo Piccioli, previously of Valentino, unveiled his first collection for Balenciaga with a star-studded front row that included Meghan Markle and Anne Hathaway. American duo Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez presented their debut collection for Spanish brand Loewe, while Belgian designer Glenn Martens, who made his debut at Maison Margiela during the haute couture shows in July,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327950/paris-fashion-week-balenciagas-bold-hues-leather-loewe-and-no-nonsense-maison-margiela?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327950/paris-fashion-week-balenciagas-bold-hues-leather-loewe-and-no-nonsense-maison-margiela?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Oct 2025 03:58:08 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown When it comes to iconic fashion moments, the coat has had more than its fair share of time in the spotlight. How else to explain the enduring appeal of the Burberry trench coat, which traces its roots back to 1879, the year gentleman’s outfitter Thomas Burberry created the breathable, waterproof fabric gabardine? Or any of the Michael Kors for Celine coats in The Thomas Crown Affair (1999), or Kate Hudson’s shearling coat in Almost Famous (2000)? The look remains eternal inspiration for wannabe... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3327376/memorable-coats-and-people-who-made-them-famous-rihanna-queen-elizabeth?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3327376/memorable-coats-and-people-who-made-them-famous-rihanna-queen-elizabeth?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Oct 2025 19:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre With designer debuts at major brands such as Chanel, Dior, Balenciaga and Loewe, the spring/summer 2026 shows in Paris are going to be the most exciting in a very long time. The highlight of day one of Paris Fashion Week, which began yesterday, was the Saint Laurent show, which as always took place at night right across from a sparkling Eiffel Tower after sunset. Like other brands in the Kering luxury group, Saint Laurent has been going through some changes recently. After former CEO Francesca... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327308/paris-fashion-week-saint-laurent-unveils-biker-jackets-and-ruffled-gowns-and-virgil-abloh-exhibition?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327308/paris-fashion-week-saint-laurent-unveils-biker-jackets-and-ruffled-gowns-and-virgil-abloh-exhibition?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 30 Sep 2025 03:11:16 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa After a decade-long tenure at Balenciaga, Georgian fashion designer Demna officially unveiled his first collection as creative director for Italian luxury house Gucci on Instagram ahead of Milan Fashion Week on Monday. The collection, named La Famiglia, features looks with heavy references to the legacy brand’s archives – but the fashion world might have already seen this coming. In August, Demna’s husband Loïk Gomez shared – and immediately deleted – an Instagram post where he was seen... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3326681/meet-loik-gomez-guccis-new-music-director-and-husband-demna-brands-creative-director?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3326681/meet-loik-gomez-guccis-new-music-director-and-husband-demna-brands-creative-director?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:00:17 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Fashion editor Anna Dello Russo looked fabulous in a belted red dress and sophisticated black and gold accents at Balenciaga’s 54th haute couture collection in July. The show, which took place at the maison’s historic salon on Avenue George V in Paris, was artistic director Demna’s last hurrah for the brand. Earlier this year, it was revealed that he would be taking the reins as the new creative lead at Gucci. Here’s how you can wear something similar and stand out in red this season. The... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3325577/how-style-fashion-editor-anna-dello-russo-balenciagas-haute-couture-show?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3325577/how-style-fashion-editor-anna-dello-russo-balenciagas-haute-couture-show?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 18 Sep 2025 22:00:16 +0000 Cherry Liu Cherry Liu Kim Kardashian’s 12-year-old daughter, North West, made a bold fashion statement during a recent dinner in Rome following their family trip to Cabo. She turned heads in a striking black corset paired with a pleated denim miniskirt, a heart-shaped handbag, and chunky platform boots for a goth-inspired look. With her electric blue hair styled in two ponytails – a new look the tween debuted in June – West confidently carved out her own fashion identity on the streets alongside her mother,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3323464/north-wests-style-evolution-goth-punk-tailored-and-designer?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3323464/north-wests-style-evolution-goth-punk-tailored-and-designer?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:00:13 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Zoë Kravitz has been making headlines recently, and not just because of the recent dating rumours with her Caught Stealing co-star, Austin Butler. Last month, the actress stepped out in a runway ensemble of high-waisted gym shorts and a slouchy T-shirt, unexpectedly pairing them with Manolo Blahnik kitten heels and a quilted hobo bag from French fashion house Saint Laurent. This wasn’t the first time that Kravitz mixed sporty and sleek elements in her look. At her father Lenny Kravitz’s... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3321845/how-style-zoe-kravitz-mixing-sporty-and-more-formal-wear-saint-laurent?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3321845/how-style-zoe-kravitz-mixing-sporty-and-more-formal-wear-saint-laurent?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:00:13 +0000 The Korea Times The Korea Times Annie Moon of coed K-pop group Allday Project is capturing attention not only for her idol debut but also for her luxurious and distinctive style, which perfectly blends high-end fashion with Gen Z flair. Since the group’s debut last month, their double title tracks “Wicked” and “Famous” have gained traction on both streaming charts and music programmes. As the group’s popularity surges, Moon – a third-generation member of the Shinsegae retail conglomerate family – has emerged as a stand-out... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3320128/k-pop-idol-annie-moon-allday-project-channels-approachable-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3320128/k-pop-idol-annie-moon-allday-project-channels-approachable-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:00:14 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre From a celebrity-filled farewell to a much-awaited debut, the last day of the autumn/winter 2025 haute couture shows was filled with great moments. Here are highlights from three shows. Balenciaga: Demna’s swansong Earlier this year, it was announced that Demna would be leaving Balenciaga to join Gucci as artistic director. He is being replaced by Italian designer Pierpaolo Piccioli, formerly of Valentino. Luxury group Kering – the company behind Balenciaga, Gucci, and other high-profile brands... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3317628/paris-haute-couture-week-2025-balenciaga-bids-farewell-demna-maison-margiela-wows-upcycled-statement?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3317628/paris-haute-couture-week-2025-balenciaga-bids-farewell-demna-maison-margiela-wows-upcycled-statement?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 10 Jul 2025 03:34:01 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre The autumn/winter 2025-26 haute couture season officially begins today with Schiaparelli, but ready-to-wear brand Celine kicked things off on Sunday with its spring 2026 show. The event marked the debut of Michael Rider at the LVMH-owned French label after the successful six-and-a-half-year tenure of Hedi Slimane. While at Celine, Slimane wasn’t a fan of fashion week – he showed his collections in locations such as Los Angeles, or in Paris but off schedule, and often released images and videos... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3317186/paris-haute-couture-week-2025-celines-spring-2026-show-marks-michael-riders-first-runway-honouring?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3317186/paris-haute-couture-week-2025-celines-spring-2026-show-marks-michael-riders-first-runway-honouring?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 07 Jul 2025 04:00:29 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa For the first time in four years, Lorde made an appearance at the Met Gala. Wearing a custom Thom Browne outfit, the singer described her all-silver look as an “Easter egg” during her blue carpet interview with Vogue correspondent Emma Chamberlain. “This ensemble represents where I’m at gender-wise,” she said. “I feel like a man and a woman, kind of vibe.” This isn’t the first time Lorde has spoken about exploring her gender identity. After a four-year-long hiatus, Lorde announced that she is... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3315445/lordes-dramatic-style-evolution-royals-singer-went-gothic-vivienne-westwood-looks-pretty-monique?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3315445/lordes-dramatic-style-evolution-royals-singer-went-gothic-vivienne-westwood-looks-pretty-monique?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Jun 2025 21:00:09 +0000