Emma Hodgson, Author at A&E Magazine

Day Two: Paris Haute Couture Week Round Up

From the Chanel show to Giorgio Armani Privé, here are all the highlights from day two of Paris Haute Couture Week.

Chanel

Chanel unveiled a collection which stuck to the house codes of impeccable classic tailoring at its Couture Fall/Winter 23 show this morning. Creative Director Virginie Viard revealed the new capsule in a show on the right bank of the Seine River. Models walked along cobblestones, some of which had been coloured in playful pastel shades. Highlights of the new collection included Chanel’s iconic tweed and boucle, as well as floral details throughout.

Alexis Mabille

The new collection from Aelxis Mabille is an evening-wear inspired celebration. Models took to the runway of the new show carrying champagne flutes and coupes, ready to be refilled at the heady Parisian party from which they appeared to have just stepped out from. Trouser suits, evening gowns and cocktail dresses all played big in the party-ready capsule.

Stephane Rolland

Stéphane Rolland showcased a decadent monochrome couture collection in Paris this afternoon. Metallic bodywear and the occasional daring shade of rouge also appeared on the runway.

Rami Al Ali

Syrian designer Rami Al Ali unveiled his latest collection at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris today. Al Ali was inspired by the iconic French artist, Henri Matisse, for his latest couture collection. Through the pieces in the latest capsule, the Middle Eastern design pays homage to the artist’s cut-out era during the late 1940s. Inspired by the avant-garde techniques used by Matisse, the 30-piece collection is an ode to the spectacular innovation during the early and mid 20th century.

Ronald van der Kemp

Ronald van der Kemp pushed the boundaries of creativity with his latest couture collection. Rock and Roll, surrealism and hallenquin-esque designs all had a place in the capsule. The Dutch designer showcased the collection in a jubilant party-like atmosphere at the Atelier Néerlandais. Some pieces in the collection hung decoratively around the room, others adorned models. The show came with its own fragrance too perfuming the air – namely RVDK’s The Mind Vaccine, which the designer recently collaborated on with Salle Privée. The wildly imaginative couture collection was also made entirely from recycled and upcycled materials.

Armani Privé

This year’s Armani Privé couture collection was inspired by the classic flower, the rose. Representation took many forms throughout the show from rouge colourways to floral adornments, and the show notes which proclaimed Shakespeare’s famous adage: “That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet.” The rose is arguably one of the most timeless motifs of our time – from literature to theatrical symbolism and art, yet Armani still pushed the boundaries of creativity through this year’s classic capsule. Realised through a heady mix of sequined roses, 3-D chiffon roses and conceptual floral designs. As Giorgio Armani approaches his 89th birthday later this month, the show proved he is still one of the greatest creative minds of our time.

Day One: Paris Haute Couture Week Round Up

From the launch of Tamara Ralph’s new couture label to Dior’s seasonal show, here are all the highlights from day one of Paris Haute Couture Week.

Schiaparelli

The house’s founder, Elsa Schiaparelli was well-known for her collaboration with artists from Salvador Dali to Man Ray. This season’s show was an ode to Elsa’s fantastical world of art, or as Creative Director Daniel Roseberry wrote in his show notes, the Schiaparelli Couture FW 23 collection is a “Surrealist interpretation of a woman’s wardrobe”. Feathers, theatrical shapes and metal adornments all played big. Standout pieces included a Surrealist rift on a nun’s habit, sprayed-on blue bodywear and Pollock-esque painted gowns.

Tamara Ralph

Two years following the collapse of Ralph & Russo, Tamara has returned to the catwalk for her inaugural collection with her new eponymous label. One of the most talked about shows in the days leading up to Haute Couture Week (the new house was only announced three days before the show), it had a packed-out audience in Paris. Highlights in the collection included flora-inspired designs, theatrical crinoline gowns and metallic colourways.

Iris Van Herpen

The Dutch designer was inspired by “aquatic architecture” for her latest collection. The result was an otherworldly ethereal capsule which defied both gravity and basic engineering. The breathtaking pieces in the capsule soared, curved and stood out from the human form of the models that graced the runway. Once again, Van Herpen raised the bar of possibilities for Haute Couture design.

Georges Hobeika

Lebanese designer Georges Hobeika revealed an exquisite sparkling capsule at Haute Fashion Week. Hobeika broke with tradition, having celebrities walk in his show, including Lebanese Australian humanitarian and entrepreneur Jessica Kahawaty, her mother Rita Kahawaty. Feathers and beadwork were prominent in the collection which was a celebration of colour and glamour.

Dior

While many of the designers at Paris Haute Couture Week pushed the boundaries of structure and design, Dior’s show reminded us that understated elegance and exquisite detailing are just as much part of the couture world. Creative Director Maria Grazia Chiuri was inspired by the retelling of mythology through the female lens for her latest collection. The capsule spanned monochrome, metallic and neutral colourways through silky silhouettes, delightful embroideries, as well as tunics and column dresses inspired by yesteryear.

Rahul Mishra

Indian designer Rahul Mishra presented a spectacular collection featuring embroideries of tigers, orchids and artisans on the first day of Haute Couture Fashion Week. He was also one of the designers which chose to break the mould of only showcasing female models in a couture show, including instead a series of men also wearing his universal designs.

Thom Browne

Thom Browne became the most talked-about show of the first day of Haute Couture Fashion Week. It was the inaugural couture collection from the established American sportswear house. Showcased in the Paris Garnier Opera house, the curtain was raised to a faux-theatre audience facing back at audience members gathered for the show. Here started the surrealist-inspired collection. Shades of grey, harlequin-esque makeup and contorted gowns and headwear took to the runway in Browne’s successful debut.

Giambattista Valli

Italian designer Giambattista Valli was inspired by the timelessness of couture style for his latest collection, with a touch of flair from the 1950s. Showcased in the house’s new headquarters in Paris, the show felt intimate (think cream carpets, rose petals and gilded chairs) while still maintaining the opulence of a couture show.

Chanel Has A New Jewellery Collection With Each Piece Featuring The Number “5”

Chanel has released its new fine jewellery collection inspired by the house’s favourite number – five.

The pieces featured in the new capsule include a stunning capsule of beige and white gold, decorated with diamonds, with a motif of the number five pictured throughout.

As the house explains “All the audacity and spirit of Chanel is in [this] lucky number.”

“Five like the fifth sign of the zodiac, Mademoiselle [Coco Chanel’s] astrological symbol. Five like her favourite day to present her couture collections. Five like the number of the eternal fragrance,” they continued.

Scroll down to see more incredible pieces from the collection.

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Barbara Cole Unveils A New Book Entirely Dedicated To Water Photography

Award-winning Canadian photographer Barbara Cole has unveiled her new book from teNeues Publishers, entirely dedicated to water.

The ideal addition to your coffee table collection, the new work draws on Cole’s background in fashion editorial and costume to create something entirely new through her creative lens.

Her work has been exhibited internationally, at both private and public institutions including the Canadian embassies in Washington D.C. and Tokyo, Japan.

The book, titled Between Worlds is available to buy now on amazon.ae at AED 243.

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Here’s An Exclusive Look Backstage At The Hermes SS24 Menswear Show In Paris

The Hermes show was – as always – a highlight of the fashion calendar during Paris Men’s Fashion Week.

From preppy details to breezy summer-chic pieces, it was one of the most discussed collections of the event in the French capital.

Here is an exclusive look at the backstage images captured by Marton Perlaki for the house, at last week’s show. Which offer an intimate portrait into the detailing, craftsmanship and atmosphere at the luxury French maison.

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Dolce And Gabbana Launches Four Incredible Summer Pop Ups At These European Destinations

Dolce & Gabbana has a slew of delightful fashion takeovers planned this summer for jetsetters across the Mediterranean.

Those on the list for 2023 include pop ups across the sought-after destinations of Capri, Taormina, Marbella and St. Tropez.

Explaining the reason for choosing Capri, the house explained: “it is the most cosmopolitan island of the Mediterranean and has previously been the backdrop for some of the most iconic Dolce & Gabbana stories.” For the pop-up, the historical Grand Hotel Quisisana and its resort, will be decked out in Blu Mediterraneo throughout the summer months. The stunning property is situated amongst Italian orange groves and has cascading views of the Faraglioni.

On the Italian isle of Sicily, Dolce & Gabbana will also arrive at the San Domenico Palace, a Four Seasons Hotel in Taormina. The picturesque former monastery is perched on a hilltop with incredible views of the Ionian Sea. Dolce & Gabbana is decorating the entire swimming pool area of the hotel and its terrace for the season.

Marbella, the gem of the Costa del Sol, is a town characterized by a unique liveliness and one of the most glamorous places along the south coast of Spain. Dolce & Gabbana is bringing its iconic codes to La Cabane, an iconic beach club part of the Los Monteros resort throughout the summer. Visitors can enjoy the cuisine of renowned chef Dani García, who helped to achieve three Michelin stars for the go-to hotspot.

The final pop up of the summer will take place on the French Riviera. Synonym with luxury, worldliness and breathtaking landscapes, St. Tropez is the crown jewel of the Cote D’Azur. Casa Amor, the famous bohemian beach club of the city, located on Pampelonne beach, was chosen by Dolce & Gabbana to be redecorated in the Carretto print.

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Piaget Reveals Its Dazzling “Metaphoria” Collection At A Gathering In Florence, Italy

Piaget unveiled its new High Jewellery “Metaphoria” collection in Florence, Italy this week.

The incredible Swiss maison revealed its collection at an intimate gathering including friends of the house, Diane Kruger, Claire Foy, Daniela Melchior and His Highness Sawai Padmanabh Singh.

Daniela Melchior wears the Sparkling Night Necklace, blooming flora ring, and the Shimmering Savor Earrings.

There was a gala dinner followed by a dazzling performance by the artist Craig David to mark the occasion.

Craig David, performing at the event

The 52-piece collection was crafted from start to finish by Piaget’s in-house ateliers. Those include 41 pieces of jewellery and 11 watches, which are divided into two chapters: Azureia and Beautanica.

Yves Piaget unveiled the house’s first-ever “21st Century Collection” in 1969, with extravagant jewellery and watch designs which pushed the boundaries of craftsmanship and artistry.

Diane Kruger wears the Volouptuous Borealis Neckclace, Exalting dance earrings and the night illusion treasures ring.

This year, the collection is reborn as“ Metaphoria ”, a dazzling metaphor for nature and the breathtaking metamorphoses that take place within it.

His Highness Sawai Padmanabh Singh wears the Altiplano Skeleton High Jewelry watch, and the Dazzling Glow Brooch Piaget.

“ Our goal was to emphasise details that call to mind natural phenomena, such as the flow of a waterfall or the rays of the sun, while inspiring a particular emotion, explains Stéphanie Sivrière, creative director at Piaget. “The materials we use, from insect elytra to precious wood, were selected to bring an unpredictable, living element to a piece of 21st century high jewellery,” she continued.

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Bulgari Unveils The Pieces Included In Its 2023 Resort Collection

The Bulgari Resort Collection includes some of the dreamiest pieces from across the Italian label.

In the summer capsule are limited edition handbags, statement timepieces, unique scents and of course – some of the house’s most exquisite high jewellery creations.

The Divas’ Dream timepiece selected for the edit “celebrates the Italian art of living through jubilant colours,” according to the house.

The unique watch features petal-inspired bright and vivid gemstones around a mother-of-pearl dial, finished with an alligator strap.

The Serpenti Limited Edition Top Handle bags are also included in the collection, the result of a collaboration between Bulgari and Mary Katrantzou. There are three designs: the Serpenti Tree of Life, Serpenti Tropical Garden of Eden and Serpenti Midnight Garden of Eden; each with unique motifs and inspired craftsmanship.

The scent of the summer is the citrus-inspired Bulgari Allegra Riva Solare fragrance, an Eau de Parfum; perfect for whisking your senses away to the Italian Riviera.

The Mediterranean influence can be seen in the capsule’s Allegra jewellery collection, with its mix of warm and vivacious gemstones.

Meanwhile those lucky enough to visit one of the Bulgari locations in Saint Tropez, Bodrum, Porto Cervo and Capri over the summer will have the unique opportunity to shop the collection’s high jewellery pieces. Namely the Kunzite and Morganite story part of The Colour Journey High Jewelry collection.

“The collection marks the third adventure of Bulgari’s Color Journey. The series celebrates the unfettered joy of coloured gemstones and is now uncovering the feminine and contemporary nuances of Kunzite and Morganite. Both were discovered at the dawn of the 20th century by American mineralogist G.F. Kunz,” explains the house.

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FENDI Has Launched Two Incredible Pop Ups At These Spanish Hot Spots For Summer 2023

FENDI has jetted to two of Spain’s coolest beach clubs for the summer season. Launching a pop up at Marina Botafoch in Ibiza, and a second at the Puente Romano on Spain’s Costa del Sol.

The two new pop ups are showcasing the brand’s Astrology Collection until October, for travellers to the two hot spots.

The Puente Romano Resort is a five star luxury hideaway on Spain’s south coast. Pristine white Andalusian village-style villas are styled around a gastronomic hub with sensational nightlife and barefoot luxury across relaxed open-air venues.

To celebrate the launch, Puente Romano’s popular beachfront Chiringutio was kitted out in FENDI attire.

Meanwhile, the pop up in Marina Botafoch is situated in one of the most popular luxury shopping destinations on the island of Ibiza.

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Everything You Need To Know About Saudi Fashion Week 2023

The first-ever Saudi Arabian fashion week will take place in the capital, Riyadh this October. The Saudi Fashion Commission announced the exciting development this week at an event in Paris.

Burak Çakmak, CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission, said: “Saudi fashion brands have already participated in Paris and Milan fashion weeks to showcase their talent on the global stage, impressing fashion professionals and enthusiasts around the world. For the first time ever, we now invite the fashion community to our home during this historic event. Saudi is on its way to becoming the next international fashion destination.”

The inaugural event will take place from 20th to 23rd October 2023, and is expected to see some of the best brands in the Kingdom come together, with all eyes on participants from the Commission’s Saudi 100 brand programme.

Saudi brands are regularly exhibited as part of Paris Fashion Week and Couture Fashion Week, so the move seems like a natural next step for the country.

Indeed, Saudi Arabia’s fashion industry holds the largest projected growth rates of any other large, high-income market, according to the “State of Fashion in the Kingdom 2023” report.

According to the report, from 2021 to 2025, retail fashion sales in Saudi are expected to surge 48% to $32 billion, representing an annual growth rate of 13%.

This growth is expected to be fueled by the Kingdom’s economic expansion and growing population with apparel, accessories, footwear and luxury goods poised for significant gains.

The value of luxury fashion purchases in the GCC hit $9.6 billion in 2021, with Saudi Arabia posting a 19% growth.

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Take A Trip To Italy’s Idyllic Amalfi Coast With Ralph Lauren Purple Label SS24

Ralph Lauren’s most recent Purple Label SS24 menswear collection, showcased as part of Men’s Fashion Week in Milan, put European craftsmanship as its central focus.

According to the house, the collection was inspired by the “romance of a sun-soaked holiday spent along the Amalfi Coast, where the timeless glamour of windswept views and centuries-old villas offers an idyllic backdrop.”

Quiet luxury was a key theme here too: heritage fabrics, linen, and silk blends were all at the core of this collection.

A mix of sleek eveningwear silhouettes, loose linen shirts and drawstring pants all gave way to some of the bolder pieces in the collection) think bright colours and floral patterns, particularly through the label’s swimwear).

Discussing the new collection, the legendary designer Ralph Lauren said: “Summer inspires a way of dressing that has a certain kind of ease and effortlessness, a laid-back sophistication defined by the warmth of the sun and the romance of summer nights. My Spring/Summer 2024 collections for Purple Label reflect that spirit with a subtle glamour that is cool and charming, defining a personal style that is enduring all year round.”

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Cartier Reveals The Latest Rebirth Of The Baignoire de Cartier Collection

Cartier has unveiled its new Baignoire de Cartier collection, with French socialite and artist Lou Doillon starring in the elegant campaign.

The watch was first created in 1973, featuring its signature details: a domed crystal, a dial with Roman numerals and a smooth gold ribbon.

Through the years, there have been several iterations of the classic model, while remaining true to the original ethos of the 1973 creation. The latest collection includes 11 timepieces each connected to the original model.

Discussing the new creation, Marie-Laure Cerede the creative director of jewellery and watch making at Cartier said: “As Cartier was a jeweller before being a watchmaker, a Cartier watch blurs the boundaries between these two founding crafts and makes it possible to capture the best of both. This combination has resulted in the sleek and sophisticated design of the mini Baignoire. The combination of a beaded bracelet with a pure line and a miniature dial without any attributes gives this aesthetic reference to our heritage a sublime touch. The mini Baignoire becomes a piece of jewellery. ”

So what is new with the latest rebirth of the Baignoire? Primarily through the ratios – in this version, the balance has been reversed. “The Baignoire is both miniaturised and amplified. On a miniature case, the bangle, like a gadroon that has been expanded, encircles the delicate dial in gold. Purity of line, precision of form, accuracy of proportion: it is worn as a piece of jewellery and just for the sake of it – simply because it is essential,” explains the house.

There are also two completely new versions with the latest collection. The first, the house says, “celebrates pure elegance, with a ‘Less is More’ approach”. The watch includes a yellow gold bezel contrasting with a black patent leather strap.

The second totally new timepiece is one in which the watch’s emblematic oval has been transformed into a bangle, a circle of gold. This couture-esque version is available in rose, yellow or white gold.

On her new partnership with Cartier, Lou Doillon also reflected on her longtime admiration of the historic French watch house: “Cartier has been a part of both my family and me for a long time. To celebrate love and special occasions. For my eighteenth birthday, my mother gave me a Baignoire watch. Cartier, the elegance and chic of the sapphire, the sobriety of the dial, the timelessness of the form,” she said.

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Jacquemus Takes The Crown With His FW23 Versailles Show

Simon Porte Jacquemus has become known in fashion circles for his theatrics, so we should probably expect nothing less than his FW23 show to be held at the famous former residence of Queen Marie Antoinette; the Palace of Versailles.

One of the most talked about shows at Men’s Fashion Week (we’re looking at you, Pharrell) had the FROW take to the Pont Neuf in Paris to watch Louis Vuitton’s SS24 menswear collection.

Less than a week later, Jacquemus went one step further for his latest collection, placing Victoria and David Beckham, Emrata et al on actual boats in a Versailles lake to view his new men’s and women’s ready-to-wear capsule.

Headlining the show were longtime friends of the brand, Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid.

Dubbed “Le Chouchou” (meaning “The Darling’ in French) the collection saw ruffled sleeves, lace, stockings and material-of-the-moment semi-transparent chiffon take to the runway.

Layered with the regal setting, the show’s name and the sensuality of the new capsule, Jacquemus certainly seemed inspired by the well-known opulent (and controversial) character of the former royal owner of the Palace of Versailles.

Overall, the Jacquemus show was the surprise digestif to Men’s Paris Fashion Week that we didn’t know we needed, and made for a spectacular off-calendar closing show.

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Kenzo Unveils Preppy Pop At Paris Men’s Fashion Week

Artistic Director NIGO debuted his new collection for Kenzo on the Passerelle Debilly bridge in Paris this weekend. A nod to his longtime friend and collaborator, Pharrell Williams, who had debuted his first collection on the Pont Neuf bridge earlier this week.

The men’s and women’s wear collection itself was titled “City Pop Paris” and was unveiled to an 80s-inspired pop-funk Japanese soundtrack, underneath views of the Eiffel Tower and Parisian skyline.

Key pieces in the collection included preppy overcoats, sharp suits and Kenzo Paris motif T-shirts and hoodies.

Scroll down to see more of the collection.

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Loewe Brought Sparkles, High-Waisted Jeans And Leather Full Body Outfits to Paris Men’s Fashion Week

High-waisted jeans, leather one-piece outfits and boxy surreal tops all played big in Jonathan Anderson’s Loewe show this weekend.

Elsewhere in the collection, there was disco-inspired glitter on shirts, trousers and other unique pieces in the collection.

Scroll down to see more of the collection:

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Hermes Blended Preppy Chic And Short Shorts For SS24 Menswear

Hermes put forward a breezy collection for SS24 this week.

Sky blue, preppy chic and neutral shades played big. Swipe through to see more of the key looks.

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Commes des Garcons Goes ‘Beyond Reality’ At Paris Men’s Fashion Week

Rei Kawakubo’s Commes des Garcons Homme Plus show at Paris Fashion Week was titled “Beyond Reality.”

What followed was a boundary-pushing collection featuring surreal prints, unique headwear and reimagined fabric.

Check out more from the collection below:

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Kim Jones Shows How To Make An Entrance With His New SS24 Dior Men Collection

Why walk the runway, when you can rise up through it? Kim Jones certainly brought the theatrics with his Dior SS24 menswear show in Paris today.

Models rose up through the floor of the runway at the start of the show, to face a FROW filled with A-listers including Demi Moore, Offset and model Winnie Harlow to name a few.

Although the entrance may have surprised the audience, the capsule (which was Kim Jones 5th year for Dior Men) showed the confidence of an artistic director in his stride.

Dior has never been a label which jumps on the hype-trend bandwagon, and in a fashion week which has seemed determined to redefine masculine silhouettes, Jones doubled down on classic cuts and shapes.

Of course, there was Dior’s spectacular tweed, which was reimagined across overcoats, co-ords, and more traditionally – the classic suit.

Largely, colours were kept neutral; a label-friendly palette of beige, brown and grey, with the occasional wild card of neon colour and bejewelled pieces.

Perhaps one of the most exciting parts was the headwear in the new capsule. These looked like a cross between an army garrison cap and a wool hat, and appeared in a shocking burst of colours.

Overall, the collection showed a designer in his element, who knows his product, as well as when to take risks, and still knows how to make an entrance he knows his audience will adior.

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Paul Smith Brings Youthful Joy To SS24 Men’s Paris Fashion Week

British designer Paul Smith showcased a decidedly youthful collection at Paris Men’s Fashion Week this week, for SS24.

Bright pops of colour broke up monochromatic suits; there was long neon pink hair and shaved heads worn amongst the young cast of models, and a Gen-Z base-enhanced anthem chosen as the soundtrack to the show.

Two silhouettes appeared, which the FROW would have recognised from earlier shows in the week. Namely 90s-inspired oversized suits, and suit jacket-and-shorts combos.

At the Paul Smith show however, everything had a playful touch: bright neon colours, waistcoats worn sans under or over garments, and trenchcoats adorned with abstract paint motifs.

Overall the collection felt light and breezy, with an injection of youthful joy, providing an antidote to winter. The perfect expression of the Spring/Summer season.

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Isabel Marant Presents An SS24 Menswear Collection Which Blurs The Lines Between Work and Leisurewear

Isabel Marant revealed a menswear collection with oversize proportions combined with structured pieces, knitwear and cozy fleece pieces for SS24.

The show took place as part of Men’s Fashion Week, in the French capital.

A key focus in the collection was the oxymoronic placing of contrasting ideas and oppositions.

Graphic patterns were placed against organic prints, while bright hues of yellow contrasted with monochromatic shades.

The result was a changing urban silhouette, inspired by the blurring of workwear and sportswear, creating a hybrid allure.

In the gig economy and post-pandemic world, it’s likely that the trend is here to stay.

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Highlights From Day 3 Of Paris Men’s Fashion Week SS24

The headline act for Day 3 of Paris Men’s Fashion Week SS24 was the iconic luxury French maison, Givenchy. There could be few better locations for creative director Matthew Williams to reveal his new SS24 collection than the historic Hôtel National des Invalides in Paris (you can find a full review of the collection here).

Kicking off day three was Courrèges, which showcased a capsule of both men’s and women’s wear in shades of monochrome. Pale makeup colour hues across all models used in the show added to an overall gothic-meets-Futurism vibe for the collection.

From slicked down wet-effect hair to a finale song of “Singing in the Rain”, it seemed that even divine providence was on the side of Rains’ creative inspiration for SS24, as the torrid weather outside the concrete show space caused water to leak through the ceiling in central Paris. However – the theatrical water-inspired collection came prepared; the collection featured everything from swimming caps to raincoats.

Rick Owens returned with his eponymous label, with a show that brought both his well-known eccentric showmanship and dark colour palette for this week’s runway show (you can find a full review of his eclectic collection here).

Japanese fashion line Homme Plissé by Issey Miyake made a return to Paris Fashion Week on day three. The designer is one of the most-quoted labels in the architectural world (aside perhaps only for Prada), and is best known for his technology-driven clothing designs. For SS24 the design showcased a sleek collection in bold colourways including fusion, burnt orange and slew of pastel shades.

These Are The Key Looks From The Givenchy SS24 Menswear Show In Paris

Perhaps the second most highly anticipated show at Paris Men’s Fashion Week (after Pharrell Williams’ debut show for Louis Vuitton), Givenchy brought a somewhat more subdued vibe to the French capital.

Creative director Matthew Williams decided to showcase his new capsule at the historic Hôtel National des Invalides.

Meanwhile, the label went back to the 90s for its SS24 menswear collection. Oversized silhouettes and wool headwear appeared throughout the capsule.

The colourways were kept largely muted too, with shades of white, black, grey, green, and touches of navy, yellow, and pink.

Scroll down to see more looks from the collection.

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Rick Owens Is Back In Black At Paris Fashion Week SS24

Known in the fashion circles as “The Lord of Darkness”, Rick Owens certainly lived up to the moniker when he debuted his SS24 collection for his label this week.

Known for his all-black collections, he chose to showcase his most recent capsule in the Palais de Tokyo’s outdoor gardens in the French capital.

The poetic somewhat stoic show notes for the capsule read “joy [is] a moral obligation…with our world conditions under increasing threat, jubilance seems like the wrong note but maybe it’s the only correct moral response? Beyond being nice to each other, isn’t personal joy what we are put on earth to do? How one handles adversity is what defines one’s character.”

Out then marched long, cinched silhouettes dressed in Owens’ signature noir colour palette.

There was a mix of sheer silk, monastic hoods and leather vests throughout the collection.

The only hues other than black in the show, were the colours of the French flag: red, white and blue which sent up colour over the show, before – in keeping with the mood of the collection – settling ash and smoke on the FROW below.

Rebellion, beauty and the moral obligation of joy. As always, Owens brought a show to fashion week like no other.

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Pharrell Williams Rises To The Challenge Of “The Giant Before Him” With SS24 Louis Vuitton

The first menswear show by Pharrell Williams was always going to make headlines. Following the death of fashion titan Virgil Abloh in 2021, Williams himself acknowledged the colossal task of following the man he described as “the giant before me.”

On the night however, Williams could be proud of his achievements. There were universal themes throughout the show, such as joy and love (on the invitation to the event). Meanwhile, a motif of the sun – which he describes as the universal source of life – featured heavily throughout along with sun kissed golden decor used for the outdoor staging along Paris’ famous Pont Neuf bridge. The celebrity-packed audience arrived in style to the show, via private boat (also decked out in gold).

An ode to Williams’ ability to layer creative projects in a mutually beneficial synergy, the soundtrack on the night was a “Joy Unspeakable” which the performer-turned-creative-director released the week prior to the show, performed on the night by Voices of Fire, the gospel choir who he first recruited via a 2020 Netflix series.

The menswear collection brought to life by Williams was one which stood true to the ethos of the label. The classic print and LV motifs were channeled throughout, including their iconic luggage gear. Meanwhile there were theatrical military touches, mixed with berets (a nod of course, to the maison’s roots).

The capsule has further blurred creative lines, between music, the performance arts and the fashion world. A trend, which is likely to accelerate over the next decade. Overall, the collection set the bar high, for what is sure to be an exciting tenure by Williams at the label.

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These Were The A-List Celebrities At Pharrell Williams’ First Louis Vuitton Show

In terms of sheer number of celebrity guests and fanfare, the Louis Vuitton show will be difficult to top this Paris Men’s Fashion Week.

Fans of LV and friends of Pharrell Williams (the musician turned new Creative Director at the label) all flocked to see his inaugural show at the house.

From Queen Bey to a-list actress Zendaya, these are the guests that took up the FROW at LV’s SS24 men’s show.

JAY-Z, BEYONCE

KIM KARDASHIAN

FATIMA FARHEEM MIRZA, RIZ AHMED

TYLER THE CREATOR

WILLOW SMITH, JADEN SMITH

SAVANNAH JAMES, LEBRON JAMES

RIHANNA, A$AP ROCKY

NAOMI CAMPBELL

JARED LETO

KELLY ROWLAND

LENNY KRAVITZ

LEWIS HAMILTON

MEGAN THEE STALLION

EVAN SPIEGEL, MIRANDA KERR

ZENDAYA

A$AP FERG

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Day 1 And 2 Highlights From SS24 Paris Men’s Fashion Week

The world’s fashion elite descended on the French capital this week for the unveiling of the latest menswear collections for FW24.

Undoubtedly, the headline act on day one was the Louis Vuitton menswear debut by Pharrell Williams (which is why we dedicated a full review to it here).

However, as always, there were plenty of other treats in store for those attending the six-day event.

Day one started with Japanese house Kidill showcasing their punk-inspired capsule for the new season. Rebellion was at the core of the collection by creative director Hiroaki Suiyasu.

Meanwhile, Georges Wendell put forward a collection which looked at status, wealth and success from a satirical perspective, through the use of golf (yes – the sport) as a metaphor to communicate the house’s message through the collection.

Dynamic duo Rushemy Botter and Lisi Herrebrugh brought Caribbean Couture to the second day of Paris Men’s Fashion Week, through their fashion house Botter. The gender-neutral label showcased a range of bold designs at its show in the French capital.

For Acne Studios SS24 collection, the house put forward an eclectic capsule which included bleached denim, rainbow-coloured pullovers and a mix of floral and patchwork designs. A nice touch to the collection was a series of print and jewellery pieces created through a collaboration with Swedish ceramic and glass artist Per B. Sundberg.

Here’s What You Need To Know About FW24 Haute Couture Fashion Week

The first week of July all eyes will be on Paris, where the world’s leading couture houses will debut their Fall/Winter 2024 collections.

Christian Dior, Valentino et al are expected to put on the leading shows of the week, however newer names are likely to showcase some exquisite collections too.

July marks the first show for Ashi Studio following their inclusion as a guest member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture last month; the collection is certainly one to watch at this year’s event.

Scroll down for all the essential times, dates and information for this year’s Haute Couture FW24 collections. All timings are European Central Time (add two hours for Gulf Standard Time).

Monday 3rd July 2023

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