Tennis icon Venus Williams made a stylish return to the US Open, stepping onto the court in a performance kit crafted entirely from Merino wool. The innovative sportswear, designed by New York-based label Luar in partnership with Woolmark, was showcased during her exhibition match with John Continue Reading
Ninety fashion enthusiasts turned heads on Saturday at Venezuela’s National Art Gallery, showcasing daring ensembles of lace, denim, cotton, satin, and recycled garments in an eclectic “battle of outfits.” The event celebrated self-expression and challenged conventional fashion norms, with participants strutting in bold mixes such as skirts over pants, plunging necklines, Continue Reading
Adidas has issued a public apology to an Indigenous community in Mexico after facing backlash for using their traditional huarache sandals as inspiration for a new product. The footwear, marketed as the “Oaxaca Slip-On,” sparked criticism from local authorities and President Claudia Sheinbaum, who condemned the move as cultural appropriation of Indigenous Continue Reading
Sportswear giant Reebok has joined forces with Paramount Consumer Products to launch a special sneaker collection celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic teen comedy film Clueless. The ‘Reebok x Clueless’ collaboration pays homage to the movie’s unforgettable style moments, with designs inspired by the characters’ signature fashion statements. The capsule reimagines Continue Reading
Paris-based auction house Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr is set to launch its next online auction, “Monogram in the Spotlight,” showcasing a remarkable collection of Louis Vuitton designs from celebrated creative directors Marc Jacobs, Nicolas Ghesquière, Virgil Abloh, and current men’s head Pharrell Williams. The sale, running from August 27 to September 10, will feature Continue Reading
Belgian football club Beerschot has denied accusations of plagiarism after London-based designer Diana al Shammari, known on Instagram as ‘thefootballgal,’ claimed the club copied her signature floral embroidery style for its new shirt. Al Shammari, who has collaborated with top teams and brands including the Belgian Red Devils, Bayern Munich, Manchester City, and Adidas, Continue Reading
Value-focused footwear and accessories retailer Shoe Zone has issued a profit warning, revealing that challenging trading conditions in June and July have significantly dented its earnings outlook. The company cited a further weakening in consumer confidence following the Government’s October 2024 Budget announcement, with inflation, high interest rates, and elevated Continue Reading
Animal rights group PETA is calling on the UK’s Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Jonathan Reynolds, to revise current footwear labelling regulations and reclassify wool outside the generic ‘textile’ category. The organisation argues that, unlike plant-based or synthetic materials typically associated with the textile symbol, wool is an animal-derived product and Continue Reading
Weeks after facing backlash over its Kolhapuri sandal-inspired designs, luxury fashion house Prada is once again under scrutiny — this time for a $1,450 pair of shoes resembling the traditional Punjabi jutti. Marketed as part of the brand’s fall collection, the pointed, slip-on pumps have caught the attention of Indian fashion observers who quickly noted […]Continue Reading
Carrera and Ducati have announced the renewal of their successful collaboration, extending their partnership through the 2027 MotoGP seasons. As part of the renewed agreement, the Carrera x Ducati collection — a full line of sunglasses and optical frames — will continue to be available. The upcoming Spring/Summer 2025 collection draws design cues from Ducati’s […]Continue Reading



















