Acne Studios: 30th Anniversary, Control & Creative Vision
Acne Studios celebrates its 30th anniversary with a new collection influenced by Japan. Jonny Johansson emphasizes creative control and reflects on the brand's journey from its start in 1996.
Paris Fashion Week cheat sheet: Autumn/Winter 2025
The 20 contenders include All-In by Benjamin Barron and Bror August Vestbø, the protégés of renowned stylist Lotta Volkova; Yasmin Mansour, who won the ready-to-wear prize at the most recent edition of Fashion Trust Arabia; and Paris-based Alain Paul, who, after working at Louis Vuitton Men’s under Virgil Abloh, created his namesake brand with his husband Luis Philippe, a Colette alum.
LVMH continues to be hit by luxury sector challenges
“In an uncertain economic and geopolitical environment, the Group remains confident and will maintain a strategy focused on continuously enhancing the desirability of its brands, drawing on the authenticity and quality of its products, excellence in distribution and agile organization,” the company said.
Can small labels thrive in Paris?
The headlines from the Spring/Summer 2025 menswear edition of Paris Fashion Week spotlighted an all-star cast of designers: Rick Owens staged a 200-person martial parade for peace; Pharrell Williams took over the Unesco headquarters courtyard, Dries Van Noten hosted a cocktail hour and a party that sandwiched his knockout farewell show.