Giorgio Armani is the master of menswear fashion. Each year, his collections showcase know-how and confidence, and today’s show for the house’s SS24 menswear was no different. 

Soft light fabrics and simple blue, nude and muted colourways made the bulk of the house’s Spring/Summer capsule.

Meanwhile, there was Asian influence across summer jackets which had a shirt-like structure.

Discussing the collection, Armani said the collection represents “ a new storyline composed of familiar elements, but narrated from different angles to weave a new story. Forms are soft and lengthened, intertwining threads either explicit or evoked in prints that imitate knots, weaves with a summery feel and geometry multiplied for rhythm.”

“The body is never overtly exposed but the energy that animates the lightweight volumes is palpable. Intertwining notes of blue, sand and natural tones provide the chromatic completion to this particularly light and fresh collection, which includes shoes and sandals similarly characterised by knots and weaves. It’s a story in which everything comes together,” he continued. 

Explore more of the collection below.

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Prada led the way on the second day of Milan Men’s Fashion Week. The Spring/Summer 2024 collection by Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons was inspired by an absolute freedom of the body, expressed through garments.

Here are some of our favourite looks from the collection.

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The SS24 menswear collection, showcased this evening at Milan Men’s Fashion Week by Emporio Armani was a return to the values held dearly by the house.

Here are some of the key looks from the collection: 

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King of quiet luxury, Brunello Cucinelli debuted its SS24 collection at Milan Men’s Fashion Week today. 

The house – which includes Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg amongst its biggest fans – showcased a collection inspired by the French Riviera. 

The inspiration seems rather apt, as Bezos had his yacht docked along France’s south coast mere weeks ago, for the Cannes Film Festival. 

The stunning collection is perfect for the warmer months.

As always, the house champions quality materials, paired with tasteful understated designs in its latest capsule. 

Colourways are ideal for the summer season, with a range of pink, raspberry, turquoise and mauve tones as well as traditional shades such as grey and hazel.

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The Valentino Spring/Summer 2024 menswear collection (dubbed “The Narratives”) is inspired by the idea of re-examining the meaning of masculinity.

It’s no coincidence that it is also the first collection that Valentino has showcased separately from its womenswear since the 2020 global pandemic.

Indeed, the show notes which accompanied the collection included a powerful quote which focuses on love and the limits of human endurance, from the novel “A Little Life” by Hanya Yanagihara.

“…things get broken and sometimes they get repaired. And in most cases, you realise that no matter what gets damaged, life rearranges itself to compensate for your loss, sometimes wonderfully.”

The message of the collection is one of hope, creative flair and a reimagining of masculine constructs. Indeed, as Valentino notes of the collection: “Working within the limits of traditions allows you to question conventions, break the rules, activate changes from within.”

Held in the blazing Italian sunshine, in the gardens of the Università degli Studi di Milano, Piccioli’s collection was showcased to the audience against a soundtrack of songs by The Smiths performed live by singer d4vd adding to the mood of positive rebellion and reform.

So how did this manifest in the collection itself? Tailored blazers and coats took centre stage, paired with shorts creating a youthful, energetic feel.

Elsewhere classic workwear had a subtle softness, while cotton, poplin and denim also played big.

Overall, the collection set the tone for what we can expect more of, as the week progresses. In Valentino’s own words: “History cannot be escaped – it informs the present, shapes the future. Yet this collection both proposes and responds to a contemporary reconsideration of history – it is both a challenge, and an ongoing dialogue, of what makes a man today.”

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Gucci has opened its latest exhibit at Gucci Garden in Florence, Italy.

Dubbed “Gucci Visions” the exhibition takes visitors on a playful and immersive journey through the history of the brand. 

Spanning the house’s 102-year history, the exhibition is a moving tribute to the designers, artisans and iconic work who have been at the core of Gucci’s journey as a brand. 

The exhibit explores Gucci’s heritage codes, creativity and Italian craftsmanship. 

It is displayed in the architectural masterpiece, Gucci Garden, which is a three-storey 14th-century Florentine palazzo.

The exhibit starts with an illustrated timeline before tracing the history of the House through key dates, events, and people. 

There are unique spaces across the property that can be viewed in any order and each tell the story of a different part of the Gucci brand. 

Key focuses in the show include the Bamboo bag, the GG monogram, and the Flora pattern.

Meanwhile other spaces include a focus on the original vision of Guccio Gucci, the pioneering work of his sons, and the imaginative power of the House’s more recent Creative Directors Tom Ford, Frida Giannini, and Alessandro Michele.

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Popular DIFC eatery, Amiazonico has announced that it will be supporting the Amazon Rainforest for World Rainforest Day 2023. 

Held annually on 22nd June, the event promotes the need to help and support the world’s vital rainforests which are often called “the lungs of the Earth”. 

For this year’s event, Amazonico has pledged to donate one tree for every person who dines at the restaurant on World Rainforest Day. 

The restaurant also renamed its signature drink “welcome to the jungle” to “save the jungle” back in 2021. For every drink sold, the restaurant plants one tree. Since its launch in 2021, Amazonico has planted and donated over 22,000 trees to One Tree Planted’s reforestation in San Martin, Peru. 

The project also supports indigenous communities and promotes sustainable livelihoods that align with their cultural values and traditions.

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Milan Men’s Fashion Week is set to start this Friday, with several days of shows and events planned across Italy’s fashion capital. 

Italian powerhouse Valentino will open the first day of the event, with appearances from Gucci and billionaire-favourite Brunello Cucinelli also planned for later in the day. 

Decidedly not a day of rest, the busiest schedule is planned for Sunday which will see 19 brands reveal their new capsules in the city. 

Although most of the Spring/Summer 2024 shows will be in person-only events some will be streamed online too (mentioned in italics in the calendar below), while the final day of the event will be a series of digital-only shows. Timings are all Central European Time, which is two hours behind Gulf Standard Time during the summer months.

Milan Men’s Fashion Week SS24

Friday 16th June 2023

14:00 VALENTINO live streaming

14:30/17:30 MACCAPANI 

15:00/19:00 LARDINI

15:00/20:00 BRUNELLO CUCINELLI 

17:00/20:00 RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL

18:00/22:00 GUCCI 

18:00 BILLIONAIRE live streaming

18:30/21:30 SKIN OF NATURE 

19:00 1017 ALYX 9SM live streaming

20:30 DSQUARED2 live streaming

Saturday 17th June 2023

09:00/17:30 BRIONI

10:00/18:00 TEN C

10:00/18:00 MARCELLO PIPITONE – BONOLA

10:30 MSGM  live streaming

11:00/15:00 SETCHU 

11:00/18:00 WOOLRICH

12:30 DOLCE & GABBANA live streaming

14:00/18:00 PAL ZILERI 

14:00/19:00 HARMONT & BLAINE 

15:00/18:00 BRETT JOHNSON 

15:00 NEIL BARRETT live streaming

16:00/20:30 CORNELIANI

16:00 FEDERICO CINA  live streaming

18:00 JORDANLUCA live streaming

18:30/21:30 BONSAI 

19:00 EMPORIO ARMANI live streaming

19:30/21:30 KITON

Sunday 18th June 2023

10:00/14:00 SANTONI 

10:00/15:30 ALTEA

10:00/19:00 MCM

10:00 SIMON CRACKER live streaming

11:00/15:00 CAVIA

11:00 MAGLIANO live streaming

12:00/16:00 ELEVENTY

12:00 ETRO live streaming

14:00 PRADA live streaming

14:00/18:00 TAGLIATORE 

14:00/19:00 MISSONI

15:00/18:00 CANALI 

16:00 ANDERSSON BELL live streaming

17:00/19:00 TOD’S

17:00/20:30 VALSTAR 

17:00/21:00 MAISON LAPONTE 

18:00 CHARLES JEFFREY LOVERBOY live streaming

19:00 JW ANDERSON live streaming

20:30 44 LABEL GROUP live streaming

Monday 19th June 2023

09:00/13:00 ASPESI

09:30/13:00 LESSICO FAMILIARE 

10:00/20:00 BOGLIOLI

10:00 DHRUV KAPOOR live streaming

11:00 GIORGIO ARMANI live streaming

12:00 GIORGIO ARMANI live streaming

12:00/15:00 KB HONG 

14:00 ZEGNA live streaming

Tuesday 20th June 2023 

10:00 MTL STUDIO digital only

10:30 CARNET-ARCHIVE digital only

11:00 GAMS NOTE digital only

11:30 UNI FORM digital only

12:00 MARAGNO digital only

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International powerhouse Dior Beauty is arriving in Bodrum for summer 2024. The label has unveiled a five-star pop up at Yalikavak Marina with views out to azure Aegean Sea, that will be open to beauty fans until mid-September this year.

The 65-square metre space will be home to Christian Dior fragrances, makeup and skin care, all designed for the summer season. 

The modern architecture is complemented by the brand-favourite toile de jouy print, with an interior design which evolves the spirit of the French Riviera. 

A highlight of the new pop up is the celebration of maison’s summer scents. Including limited editions, and exclusive scents from La Collection Privee Christian Dior.

The boutique is open now, until 15 September is a must-visit while visiting the Turkish coast. 

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Dunhill has revealed a SS2024 collection which it promises “lays the groundwork” ahead of Simon Holloway’s debut at the label in February 2024, as Creative Director. 

The ambitious capsule gets back to the house’s rich roots, with a focus on British sensibilities and exquisite craftsmanship. 

Through the collection there is a colour palette of natural, earth tones mixed with understated elegance. 

Cashmere, leather and suede are explored through sharp classic menswear silhouettes, which move from light daywear for the warmer months to eveningwear. 

Blazers, of course, play big. In this collection there are four individual editions. These include a double-breasted, pique jersey, suede, and a fine midnight wool barathea evening jacket.

Elsewhere there is understated neckwear and accessories featuring dots, medallions, stripes and the paisley designs of class British heritage. 

For the new season, the Audley Penny Loafer, AD Cipher slipper and Duke II sneaker take centre stage for footwear. 

Overall, Dunhill puts forward a collection which celebrates British heritage and teases the start of the Holloway takeover at the fashion label. Roll on FW2024.

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Palestinian-Dutch supermodel Bella Hadid has been announced as the face for Charlotte Tilbury’s newest global launch.  

The Airbrush Flawless Lip Blur is the latest product to join Charlotte’ Tilbury’s hugely popular Airbrush Flawless range at the beauty label. 

According to the house, Hadid was the perfect choice due to her 90s-style glamour, and supermodel style. 

Discussing the new launch, founder of the beauty empire Charlotte Tilbury said: “​​I am so thrilled to reveal that my friend and gorgeous beauty muse Bella Hadid will star in my new Airbrush Lip Blur campaign.” 

According to Tilbury, Hadid has been using the icons range for years: “I’ll always remember when she told me how obsessed she is with my airbrush icons and I was so proud when she told me she takes it on every shoot, gives them to every makeup artist and are part of her everyday makeup routine because she can always trust them to give her the most incredible confidence boosting results.”

Hadid added: “It’s a dream come true to be on this beauty journey with Charlotte, launching our first official campaign together. She is such a creative force in the beauty community with her magnetic energy and unparalleled innovations. I cannot wait for everyone to see the magic we’ve created. As a huge fan of Charlotte’s myself, it’s been a real ‘pinch me’ moment to be able to work with her on this campaign for her latest innovation Airbrush Flawless Lip Blur.”

Hadid hinted that there could be more from the duo in the future too: “There’s so much more fun to come, we’re just getting started,” she added.

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Watch house Hublot has just unveiled a new limited edition timepiece dubbed the Big Bang Unico Full Magic Gold. 

The latest arrival celebrates two of the key pillars of the watch brand: both the house’s famous Big Bang model and the manufacture’s Magic Gold alloy.

Limited to just 200 pieces, the house’s Magic Gold is featured on both the case and bezel. The unique touch contrasts with the rest of the case and components (including the titanium pushers, guards, and screws and the rubber strap) which are in a striking deep back. 

Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe commented: “ We first launched it in 2005, which means that this year, the Big Bang is turning eighteen! A major milestone for Hublot, but also for the industry, in that it created not only its own look, spirit, universe, and technical achievements, but also its own large community of fans and collectors. At the same time, at 18, it remains as fresh and carefree as the day it was released. The Big Bang still has a lot to say.The proof is in this “Full Magic Gold” version, which truly embodies the essence of our manufacture”.

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As the warmer weather sets in Mandarin Oriental Jumeira Dubai is offering some rather delightful reasons to stay put in the city. 

Throughout the summer months, the hotel is offering a 20 percent reduction rate on all bookings made directly through the property, for UAE and GCC residents. 

For those looking to cool off, there is also a special pool and beach pass for two, including lunch at the delectable The Bay beachside restaurant. The M.O. Pass is set at AED 1,000 for two, all inclusive and is available until 31 August, during the week except Public Holidays. 

If you fancy a little TLC, there’s a sumptuous spa deal available. Called “Summer Indulgence at The Spa” the package includes a 90-minute treatment combining a Rasayana Detox Scrub for 30 minutes and a one-hour Deep Relief Massage, as well as access to the hotel’s spa facilities, all for a reasonable AED 990 per person.

There’s also something for those with a sweet tooth on offer – the hotel is running a Summer Afternoon Tea at Noor Lounge, with delicious cakes, sweet treats and savoury bites, served alongside mocktails, and ice teas to cool down in the sunny climes. The summer deal is available at AED 320 for two or AED 165 for a single guest, daily from 2pm – 6pm from 1 July to 31 August.

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Imprisonment, gender politics and art are all at the core of the latest Saint Laurent SS24 menswear collection. 

The title of the capsule, “Yet Each Man Kills The Thing He Loves” has a layered meaning (would we expect anything less?) from creative director Anthony Vaccarello.

The line “Yet Each Man Kills The Thing He Loves” first appeared in a poem by Oscar Wilde in 1897 called “The Ballad of Reading Gaol”, which the writer penned when he was in exile, following a stint incarcerated in Reading prison.

Fast-forward to the days before the show, and Vaccarello double-downed on this theme, teasing the new show with a black and white clip from a film by Jean Genet called “Un chant d’amour”. Again, set in a prison, the film focuses on similar themes to the Wilde poem.

Through these references Vaccarello seems to be reminding us that fashion can be a critical vessel in challenging the law and the playing out of identity politics in public spaces. 

So how does this manifest in Vaccarello’s collection? For menswear SS24 the designer blurs masculine and feminine shapes; there are blazers with exaggerated, structured shoulders which meet with softer curved silk shapes worn beneath. Both elements mirror structures seen in the SS24 womenswear collection from the house. Meanwhile, elsewhere in the capsule, bold, muted masculine shades are cross-referenced with playful polka dots and animal prints. 

Arguably, the setting of Saint Laurent’s latest show at Neue Nationalgalerie was chosen with the same layered meaning as the title of the collection. The gallery is home to many artworks from the 20th century – from Kandinsky, Miro and Picasso to name a few – which challenged the political elites of their day, while the building was designed by Modernist champion Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who spent many years in exile in the US due to the rise of Nazism and the party’s hatred of the Modernist art and architectural movement. 

Overall, the collection feels as though it is part of a vital conversation currently taking shape in both the political and social arena. One that sees traditionally feminine shapes enter the menswear stage in this latest collection for the label. For those who may question its necessity, Vaccarello provides a simple answer through the show’s references, and sets forward a collection which unpicks the status quo and boldly steps into the public space.

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While most brands head south to the French Riviera for their resort collections, Max Mara has taken inspiration from somewhere a little further afield this season.

The Italian fashion house headed north to Stockholm, Sweden, inspired by the country’s midsommar celebrations, it embodies the mood of the Swedish summer season in its newest collection. 

Throughout the capsule there are traditional nods to Scandinavian style, while remaining true to the ethos of the brand. 

Here are some of our favourite pieces from Max Mara’s newest collection: 

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Louis Vuitton is jetting to Zuma Mykonos this summer, over the warmer months there will be two pop-up stores at the five-star luxury property.

 For those visiting during August there will be an extra treat in store – throughout the month LV “By the Pool” will inspire an infinity pool takeover at the hotel, where the Louis Vuitton graphics and signature colours will dress the pool beds and have a unique installation in the pool itself. 

Guests at the hotel will be able to explore the ready-to-wear collections for both men and women. 

Discussing the launch, a spokesperson for the brand said: “Set between classical cliffside white-washed villas and the blues of the Aegean Sea, the two pop-up boutiques embrace the island’s spirit, with Louis Vuitton’s Monogram seen in white and neutral tones as guests arrive at Zuma Mykonos, and the stores housed in a space made of traditional Mykonian stone and wood.”

There will also be an exclusive LV bag, only available at the Mykonos boutique, to commemorate the occasion. 

The LV Resort By The Pool capsule embodies luxury island life, with plenty of pieces perfect for a Mykonos summer. 

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Sport-inspired collections are currently having a fashion moment, from Fendi’s basketball capsule collection to Off-White’s recent collaboration.

In steps Gucci, which has created a unique baseball capsule in collaboration with the American Major League Baseball. 

The are key Gucci notes in the menswear collection particularly through the knitwear, denim separates and panelled cardigans – which mix with letterman patches baseball and inspiration from teams across the US, including the Houston Astros, New York Yankees, Chicago White Sox, and Pittsburgh Pirates.

There are preppy touches throughout the collection, from Gucci print loafers in bold colourways, to basket sneakers in shades inspired by the New York Yankees.

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Fashion-editor-turned-designer Ib Kamara has debuted his second collection for Off-White. 

For his first collection (FW 23) he was greatly influenced by his own roots, with Sierra Leone featuring heavily with the inspiration for the pieces in the collection. 

However for his second capsule for the label – Resort 2024 – the designer has turned instead to the roots of Off-White. 

The collection looks at American ideas and culture of the 21st century all through the lens of the Off-White school of design.

The collection explores silhouettes through boxy designs and (the occasional) nod to cowboy aesthetics in the menswear collection. 

There was also inspiration from one of America’s most loved sports through the inclusion of the number 23 (worn by basketball star Michael Jordan) and a hint towards the house’s other current collection, Off-White x Chicago Bulls capsule. 

Scroll down to see more from the collection. 

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Prada beauty ambassador Emma Watson has continued to show her support for the label, through the release of a series of new portraits wearing the famous Italian label.

Watson first joined forces with Prada last year when she joined the house for the release of the scent Prada Paradoxe. The famous actress and activist directed and starred in a short film which accompanied the release of the new perfume. 

This week, Watson reaffirmed her support for the house with the release of three new portraits, with the tag “Never the same, always myself.”

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Leading Swiss manufacture Patek Philippe opened its largest-ever exhibition in Tokyo this weekend; to celebrate the latest event, the house also unveiled six limited edition watches and a collection of rare handcrafts. 

Dubbed Watch Art Tokyo, it is the sixth recent large-scale international exhibition held by Patek Philippe, and will be open to the public in the Japanese capital until 25 June. 

Across the huge 2,500 square metre space visitors are transported to the streets of Geneva, with the latest exhibit offering a look at the inner workings of the famous watch house. 

Like previous visits to the city, the Patek Philippe event is hosted at Tokyo’s iconic Sumitomo Sankaku Hiroba building, located among the soaring towers of the  city’s well-heeled Nishi-Shinjuku business district. 

Rare and unique timepieces and objects

There are more than 500 timepieces and objects being exhibited at the unique one-off event. Highlights include the house’s entire current collection and rare handcrafts (including miniature painting on enamel, cloisonné enamel, hand engraving, micro wood marquetry, hand-executed guilloché work and gem-setting). 

In a nod to the iconic setting in the Japanese capital, there are also 40 one-of-a-kind pieces and limited editions (dome clocks, table clocks, pocket watches and wristwatches) inspired by Japanese culture, which are included in the exhibition. These pieces explore the country’s rich artistic repertoire and ancestral skills, with live demonstrations by skilled local artisans.

The Patek Philippe Museum

The exhibition also presents a selection of some 190 pieces belonging to the Patek Philippe Museum in Geneva and exceptionally allowed to travel for the Tokyo event. Those from the “Antique Collection” (sixteenth to early nineteenth century) include some of the oldest watches in the world and numerous technical and aesthetic masterpieces illustrating the entire history of horology.

Famous Patek Philippe owners

Patek Philippe watches have adorned the wrists of some of the most famous faces in history. A new section at this year’s event called “Historical Owners” looks at some of the most interesting stories from the archive of the watch maison. One timepiece in the exhibit is a pendant watch presented to Queen Victoria at the Great Exhibition in London in 1851, along with other timepieces belonging to famous patrons.

Limited editions unveiled at Art Tokyo 2023

Featuring among these six new introductions are two technical pieces making their global debut: a new self-winding Quadruple Complication (Reference 5308P-010) and the first World Time watch equipped with a date display synchronised with local time (Reference 5330G-010). The choice is completed by an exclusive version of the World Time Minute Repeater (Reference 5531R-014), a refined reinterpretation of the ladies’ Moon Phase model (Reference 7121/200G-010) and two new elegantly understated Calatrava models (References 6127G-010 and 7127G-010).

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The Bulgari Hotel Roma is the ninth property from the luxury maison to date, with an impressive three further properties (in the Maldives, Miami and Los Angeles planned over the next three years). Situated in the heart of Italy’s capital city, the design of the new hotel was inspired by Rome’s famous Emperor Augustus.  Ruling from 31 BC to AD 14 the emperor was best known for creating two of the city’s most famous landmarks – The Pantheon and the Mausoleum, both located a stone’s throw from the new hotel.  

Augustus’ presence is palpable from arrival at the 114 room property, with an original Roman sculpture of the emperor at the centre of the hotel’s entrance lobby. Bulgari sponsored the restoration of the impressive piece which is crafted out of Pentelic marble, from the Torlonia Collection. 

Influence is not limited to just the statue however, as Patricia Viel, architect and CEO at ACPV Architects, the company behind the design explains: “In the Bulgari Hotel Roma we aimed to recreate the quest for beauty and sophistication, and also the variety of tastes, origins and histories perfected in polychromatic craftsmanship and techniques, which were typical of the Augustan era.”

The jewel in the hotel’s crown is its third floor Bulgari Suite which covers an expansive 300 square metres and has (of course) a spectacular view of the Mausoleum of Augustus. 

Each of the rooms and suites in the property come in four different colourways – white, yellow, red and green – with each space offering impressive views out over either the Piazza Augusto Imperatore or Via della Frezza, a small street full of Roman charm. 

Further highlights of the property include the sumptuous Bulgari Spa, five  new restaurants and 360 degree views of Rome from the hotel’s rooftop restaurant and lounge. 

Discussing the opening, Jean-Christophe Babin, Bulgari CEO, added: “The opening of the Bulgari Hotel Roma is a real milestone for Bulgari since it will finally allow us to host our guests in the Maison’s hometown, a city that has always been an inexhaustible source of inspiration for all of our magnificent jewellery creations.”

He continued: “Bulgari Hotel Roma is a real “temple” of luxury hospitality which embodies all the brand values, such as extraordinary craftsmanship, the use of much-prized materials, contemporary yet timeless Italian design, the search for excellence and a glamour that is quite simply unique. We are excited to open this magnificent property which will provide an experience of absolute luxury, created by the Roman jeweller of hospitality in the heart of the Eternal City.”

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Hublot will take to Lake Geneva on Saturday morning as part of the  84th edition of the Bol d’Or Mirabaud (BOM) regatta. 

The watch house is part of two teams this year, and will be onboard the Solano, with accomplished sportsman and brand ambassador Alan Roura, as well as onboard with the all-female Sailing Squad boat, taking part in the competition. 

Both teams will seek to set an impressive time in the race. The all female crew changes every year, and is made up of some of the most promising young sailors in the world, who are coached by elite sailor and double Olympic gold medallist Shirley Robertson. 

The three sailors selected this year include Anjavon Allmen, 20 (Switzerland), Silvia Mas, 26, (Spain) and Eilidh McIntyre, 29 (UK).

Meanwhile, Roura is particularly familiar with the lake, having raced there in 2021 and 2017, as well as having many fond memories boating on Lake Geneva as a child. He also recorded his first victory aboard Mirabaud 1 with Cyrus Golchan on the lake in 2013.

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Italian leather goods label, Tod’s, reopened its flagship store in the Lebanese capital this week. 

The beautiful boutique – which is situated on Foch Street – features gold, cream and orange accents, as well as floor to ceiling windows.

For the opening, there was an Italian artisan on hand showcasing the  handmade assembling process of the iconic Tod’s bag, the Di bag. 

Originally introduced in the 90s, it has become one of the most popular pieces created by the house. 

The Di bag

In the three decades since its conception, it has been worn by Princess Diana, Naomi Campbell, Nicole Kidman and Princess Caroline of Monaco to name a few well-known names who fell for its charm.  

The bag also offers a personalisation and customisation service, allowing each owner of the Di bag to have a truly unique design. 

To celebrate the reopening, several famous faces from the region attend the red carpet event, including actor Moatasem Al Nahar actress Nahla Daoud with her husband, actor Alecco and their daughter, TV presenter Lana, actress and singer Cynthya Karam, as well as influencers (and sisters) Nadine and Farah Abdelazi.

 Alecco, Nahla and Lana Daoud (left to right)

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Whether you’re staying in the city or heading on vacation this summer, the new CH Carolina Herrera collection will make you feel as though you’re stepping into the tropics. 

From bold, bright summer colours to warmer weather materials (think silk, chiffon and cotton) the collection is perfect for when the temperatures start to rocket. 

Jasmine – one of the essential colours of the maison, features strongly in this collection, particularly in the eye-catching flower-shaped bracelets and earrings, bathed in gold with crystal details.

The house’s iconic Blazon bag is available in new colours for the summer too, including purple, red, cyan and bougainvillaea. Meanwhile, the Aveiro and Capazo bags (also in the new drop) contribute Mediterranean elegance and charm. 

Rounding off the collection is the label’s beautiful cutout Initials Insignia sandals, which are available in several different colourways. 

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The fashion elite headed to Lake Como this week to witness the unveiling of Dior’s latest “Les Jardins de la Couture” collection. 

Hollywood actress Rosamund Pike was joined on the red carpet by international stars from around the world, including French actress Anais Demoustier, Italian model Beatrice Borromeo, Australian actress Elizabeth Debicki and Malaysia actress Michelle Yeoh.

The theatrical show took place in the luscious gardens of a startling palazzo situated on the shore of the famous lake. 

Discussing the new collection, a spokesperson for the house said: “From the roses of Granville to the bewitching femmes-fleurs of the New Look, the theme of gardens always held a special place in Christian Dior’s heart.”

“In each collection, the founding-couturier has constantly drawn inspiration from nature and its bountiful fertility. A couture nature to which Victoire de Castellane pays tribute with Les Jardins de la Couture. Building on the previous ones, this chapter is told through 170 exceptional pieces,” they continued. 

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House of Gucci has revealed its latest high jewellery at its Gucci Archive in Florence, Italy this week. 

The new pieces are inspired by the four seasons, from Gucci’s flora motif symbolising spring, and a piece featuring a magnificent, cushion-cut 226 carat green tourmaline resting in meticulously crafted openwork metal, punctuated with star motifs and diamond baguettes, to meralds, spinels and Paraiba tourmalines, sprinkled with multifaceted diamonds representing summer. 

Elsewhere in the collection autumn brings warmer muted tones, with softness through yellow sapphire, pink tourmaline and  mandarin garnet. 

Finally, winter wraps up the cycle, with pieces inspired by the festive season. Including an enamel and diamond necklace, defined by a milky, iridescent 92 carat opal.

“As an allegory of the cycle of the four seasons, Gucci Allegoria magnifies nature’s ephemeral  beauty and its relentless transformability as the collection plays with antique stones and  eclectic cuts,” explained a spokesperson for the house. 

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The Giorgio Armani world fashion tour is back for 2023. This summer the house will be taking its Spring/Summer 2023 collection to some of the most important cities and destinations in Europe and Asia. 

During the tour, which starts on  13th June, the collection will be presented in a specially created theatrical setting. The set includes in dusty shades of blue and light blue with palm trees and stylised tropical leaf patterns on a rope-coloured background. 

The space is completed with furnishing elements and mannequins in woven textures that contribute to the welcoming and sophisticated marine atmosphere. The journey will see the collection showcased in seaside boutiques  with special activities at pop-ups, offering fans the opportunity to enjoy a unique experience. 

Alongside seasonal seaside boutiques in Puerto Banús, Porto Cervo, St. Tropez and one in Cannes which is open all year, there will also be several pop up events. 

The pop up tour 2023

• Taormina at Parisi Woman Boutique (June 13th) 
• Shanghai Plaza 66 (June 16th)
• St. Tropez at the Bagatelle club, which will be personalized with Giorgio Armani Mare for the occasion (July 1st) 
• China – Sanya Capella Hotel (July 1st) 
• Sylt (July 7 th)
• Shenzhen Mix City (July 13th)
• Singapore – Marina Bay Sands (July 13th) 
• Riviera Zushi Marina (July 30th) 
• Mykonos (TBC)

The collection will also be available in all Giorgio Armani boutiques worldwide.

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The Prada Galleria was first conceived in 2007 and has since become a true icon for the House. 

Sleek and stylish, the Galleria design masters both form and function.  

Tapping into the craftsmanship of the maison, the Galleria offers a timeless design and has become a hallmark of Prada’s 21st century identity. 

The name of the bag is a reference to Prada’s historic flagship boutique which first opened in 1913 and is housed in the well-heeled shopping district, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in Milan. 

Continuing its journey through the 20th century, the design of the bag is reminiscent of 1940s’ frame-shaped bags, with its rectilinear shape and curved top-handle, the inside conceals a trio of parallel compartments; two zipped with another pocket hidden deep inside. The first iteration of the bag was crafted rain Saffiano leather, a material patented by the House’s founder, Mario Prada and is still a go-to leather for Prada today.

An exclusive image of the new bag, shared by Prada with A&E magazine

The Galleria bag exemplifies Prada’s century-strong excellence in luxury leather goods, created from 83 individual pieces, all hand-finished. For this season, the Galleria bag is available in a series of new colours, adding a pop of vibrancy to the line. 

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The FENDI Women’s Summer Capsule collection for 2023 has arrived, and it’s packed full of nostalgic 90s designs, bright fresh colours and quirky Zodiac patterns.  

Fronting the campaign is international supermodel Irena Shayk, shot by Steven Maisel on a sunshine drenched picturesque summer set. There is, of course, FENDI finesse to all details as well. Including beach umbrellas and mats. 

The FENDI Astrology Summer Capsule 2023 draws on iconic collections from the House’s Spring/Summer 1990 and Spring/Summer 1993 archives, along with the written signs of the zodiac (in English and Italian) and astrological prints originally drawn by Karl Lagerfeld. 

This collection celebrates FENDI’s innate sense of fun, while remaining functional in terms of design. 

Fans of the fashion house will recognise the same sporty silhouettes once worn on the 1993 runway for the collection’s swimwear pieces – given an upgrade for 2023 in recycled lycra. 

Ready-to-wear designs throughout the collection are perfect for transitioning from day to night, from satin kaftans and dresses to separates and loose fitted jackets featuring the Astrology print, each designed to be layered over swimwear.

Other highlights in the collection include summer knits – from crochet dresses (subtly inset with the FF logo) to body-skimming viscose and boyish cashmere jumpers. 

Other key pieces are the label’s sun-bleached denim and silk jersey pieces. 

FENDI icons Peekaboo and Baguette bags make appearances in the new collection, reimagined in summer inspired designs. 

New for the summer 23 drop is the label’s beach-friendly Sunshine Shopper in raffia, alongside the summery FENDI Step Out bucket bag in straw.

Astrological jewellery pieces accompany the capsule, in the form of sleek charms that can be worn as a mono-earring or as a necklace pendant, elsewhere there are fabric bracelets also designed the zodiac signs and key elements from the archive. 

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Angelina Jolie has announced that her newly founded company, Atelier Jolie will collaborate with French fashion house Chloe, for its inaugural collection. 

Co-designed by Chloe’s creative director, Gabriela Hearst and Angelina Jolie, the capsule will champion ethical and sustainable practices, which also put a spotlight on women within the fashion industry.

One of the factors which attracted Jolie to the partnership with Chloe was the label’s “B Corp” ranking – an esteemed certification, which is only given to companies which meet the highest standards of environmental and social performance, whilst maintaining transparent and accountable work practices. Chloe is one of the first luxury houses in the world to obtain the certification. 

Discussing the new partnership Hearst said: “From the moment I heard about Angelina’s vision for Atelier Jolie I believed in it. It is a way to elevate others through the beauty of garment-making and her deep respect for the environment. It’s an honour for me that Chloe will be the first collaborator for Atelier Jolie, as both have high ideals for the betterment of our species. That is the reason why I love both Angelina and Chloe so deeply.”

According to the two houses, the result of the collaboration will be a ready-to-wear collection which celebrates modern femininity, and influenced by Jolie’s personal sense of style. As per the ethos at the core of Atelier Jolie, a priority of the new collection will be working with Fair Trade enterprises, spotlighting female led companies, as well as making use of deadstock and lower-impact materials. 

Commenting on the new collection, Jolie added: “Very few luxury brands are certified B Corp. It was important to me to work with Chloé, one of the first luxury brands to be a B Corp. It has been a privilege to design with Gabriela Hearst, and I hope all women will feel comfortable and beautiful in this capsule collection. My earnings from this collaboration will be invested in establishing apprenticeships for tailors and artisans at Atelier Jolie.”

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