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Vogue Singapore
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue Singapore
9 midi skirt styles to ace the It-girl brief
Courtesy of Miu Miu If The Hemline Index—proposed by economist George Taylor in 1926—has any truth to its obvious whimsy, it seems we're headed for a recession. In contrast to the carefree attitude that comes with wearing a frothy mini, the industry is suggesting we give our skirts more fabric, pulling hemlines downwards over the knees. A sign of the times it may be, but it's one the zeitgeist is surely on board with—no matter the connotations. From the runways to the streets, the chic result of an organised takeover has us all convinced: the midi skirt is here to stay. Over the fall/winter 2025 season, fashion houses ruled in favour of the unassuming skirt style, which once carried a reticent quality to it. Instead, the midi was reclaimed in exquisite impressions. There were the delicious sculptures that played with volume and texture, such as the peplum, fringe-style skirts on Pieter Mulier's Alaïa runway. A sensual approach to styling also had a big part to play in the recent season; one might recall the effortless '90s feel of Calvin Klein's corporate refresh. Yet one can't possibly discuss the midi skirt revival without bringing Miuccia Prada's name into the pit; be it the Y2K candor at Miu Miu or the directional shapes at Prada. Alaïa fall/winter 2025. Getty Calvin Klein fall/winter 2025. Courtesy of Calvin Klein Prada fall/winter 2025. Courtesy of Prada Off the runway, the midi is one all the It girls are pulling out of their wardrobes as well. On any given day, one could scroll their social media feeds and find the likes of Gabbriette, Charli XCX or Alex Consani sporting a midi with ease, paired to an itty-bitty top no less. Cementing her cool girl status further over in Seoul, we've also been on the receiving end of Seulgi's layered skirt delivery in her recent teaser images for an impending comeback with fellow member Irene. And if you're asking Rihanna, it seems a Miu Miu midi was the only way to go for her third baby bump reveal. With its staying power a given, here comes the catch. Its diverse silhouettes run the gamut from updated pencil options to layered sheer numbers to choose from. But never say never, at least where we're concerned. Here, a Vogue -approved edit of midi skirt styles to cop, with only more to come once fall rolls around. Courtesy of Prada 1 / 45 The sculptural skirt: Prada Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 2 / 45 Tolu Coker wool midi skirt, $486 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Farfetch 3 / 45 Khaite midi skirt, $1,651 Available at Farfetch. Courtesy of Ssense 4 / 45 Bless midi skirt, $600 Available at Ssense. Courtesy of Ssense 5 / 45 Hodakova blazer midi skirt, $1,835 Available at Ssense. @hi_sseulgi 6 / 45 The layered skirt: Seulgi of Red Velvet Courtesy of Ssense 7 / 45 AO Yes layered sheer skirt, $530 Available at Ssense. Courtesy of Ssense 8 / 45 Cecile Bahnsen midi skirt, $1,286 Available at Ssense. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 9 / 45 The Frankie Shop organza midi skirt, $124 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 10 / 45 16Arlington tulle midi skirt, $549 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Miu Miu 11 / 45 The pencil skirt: Miu Miu Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 12 / 45 Veronica de Piante leather skirt, $1,824 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 13 / 45 The Row wool-blend skirt, $1,863 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 14 / 45 Another Tomorrow crepe skirt, $467 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 15 / 45 Courrèges pinstriped skirt, $429 Available at Net-a-Porter. @gabbriette 16 / 45 The classic Y2K: Gabbriette Courtesy of Cettire 17 / 45 Miu Miu midi skirt, $1,349 Available at Cettire. Courtesy of Ssense 18 / 45 ShuShu/Tong skirt, $540 Available at Ssense. Courtesy of Ssense 19 / 45 Wales Bonner midi skirt, $1,221 Available at Ssense. Courtesy of Prada 20 / 45 Prada floral print skirt, $2,750 Available at Prada. Courtesy of Simone Rocha 21 / 45 The sheer skirt: Simone Rocha Courtesy of Ssense 22 / 45 Acne Studios floral midi skirt, $1,053 Available at Ssense. Courtesy of Ssense 23 / 45 Dries Van Noten silk midi skirt, $853 Available at Ssense. Courtesy of Ssense 24 / 45 Rokh printed midi skirt, $299 Available at Ssense. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 25 / 45 Simone Rocha organza midi skirt, $811 Available at Net-a-Porter. @india_amarteifio 26 / 45 The pleated skirt: India Amarteifo Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 27 / 45 The Row woven midi skirt, $1,105 Available at Net-a-Porter. 28 / 45 Khaite wool-blend midi skirt, $1,331 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Ssense 29 / 45 Thom Browne midi skirt, $2,570 Available at Ssense. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 30 / 45 Purdey jersey tennis skirt, $464 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesyof Max Mara 31 / 45 The knitted skirt: Max Mara Courtesy of Cettire 32 / 45 Max Mara knitted skirt, $523 Available at Cettire. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 33 / 45 Ulla Johnson ribbed skirt, $362 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Dissh 34 / 45 Dissh skirt, $295 Available at Dissh. Courtesy of MyTheresa 35 / 45 Lisa Yang cashmere-blend skirt, $640 Available at MyTheresa. @miumiu 36 / 45 The A-line skirt: Alisha Boe Courtesy of Peachy Den 37 / 45 Peachy Den midi skirt, $210 Available at Peachy Den. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 38 / 45 Erdem cotton poplin midi skirt, $624 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Cos 39 / 45 Cos denim A-line midi skirt, $225 Available at Cos. Courtesy of Ssense 40 / 45 Comme Des Garçons midi skirt, $2,950 Available at Ssense. Courtesy of Michael Kors 41 / 45 The wrap skirt: Michael Kors Courtesy of Arket 42 / 45 Arket linen wrap skirt, $125 Available at Arket. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 43 / 45 Loro Piana belted skirt, $4,301 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 44 / 45 Victoria Beckham pinstriped midi wrap skirt, $530 Available at Net-a-Porter. Courtesy of Net-a-Porter 45 / 45 Joseph midi wrap skirt, $348 Available at Net-a-Porter.
Irish Examiner
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
Nine low-effort ways to wear soft stripes this summer
Sandy toes, seaside linen, and summer stripes. As style vibes go, this one's a classic. Well, sort of. There's a definite shift in mood and tone. Nautical lines feel cold. Deck chair tropes look overplayed. Shades of caramel, sage and light pink subjugate the bold and bright. In fact, anything that feels sharp or high-def warrants a filter. It's as if the fashion gods decided it's a soft life for stripes this season which must be why pyjama co-ords continue their trend domination. So, what can we expect? In aesthetic terms, comfort rules both fabric and silhouette. Roomy shirting is rivalled by puffy sleeve tops and quilted gilets – cushy and relaxed with laissez-faire string ties. For maximum ease, layer over a boxy tee and wear with an A-line or puff ball midi skirt with an elasticated waist, of course. Should tailoring be your north star, look to languid materials like satin in an unassuming palette (think Stine Goya's brown and sky blue or promote your matching set to something short and sweet as seen at Alberta Ferretti. Feeling playful? Pair mismatched stripes like diagonal with vertical styles, ensuring there's a colour throughline to keep you looking put together. Add off-duty accents like a slouchy cardigan, clogs or oversized suede bag. Just be sure to choose no more than two of these, so as not to confuse soft with sloppy. On those bare minimum days, consider a key piece like a striped polo or easy bandeau top for visual interest. Leave the rest to serendipity. Soft doesn't do effort, after all. Alberta Ferretti, Runway during Milan Fashion Week A model walks the runway at the Alberta Ferretti fashion show during the Milan Womenswear Spring/Summer 2025. Picture: VittorioA model walks the runway at the Alberta Ferretti fashion show during the Milan Womenswear Spring/Summer 2025 on September 17, 2024, in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Vittorio) Striped gilet Striped gilet, Penneys, €26 Penneys, €26 Striped crossbody bag Striped crossbody bag, Parfois, €29.99 Parfois, €29.99 Faithfull striped bandeau top Faithfull striped bandeau top, Net-a-Porter, €170 Net-a-Porter, €170 F&F sage stripe bow tie top F&F sage stripe bow tie top, Tesco, €23 Tesco, €23 Per Una striped trousers Per Una trousers, M&S, €65 M&S, €65 Poplin stripe skirt Poplin skirt, Arket, €89 Arket, €89 Wallpaper stripe dress Wallpaper stripe dress, Stine Goya, €300 Stine Goya, €300 Embroidery stripe shirt Embroidery stripe shirt, Stine Goya, €255 Stine Goya, €255 Read More Nine ways to add dimension to your wardrobe with fringing
Courier-Mail
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Courier-Mail
Real reason Natalie Portman quit US to live in France
Natalie Portman has shed light on her decision to leave the US and move to France, where she is raising her family. The Oscar winner ditched Los Angeles and moved to Paris when her then-husband Benjamin Millepied accepted a job as the director of the Paris Opera Ballet. The 'Black Swan' actress shares two children, Aleph, 13, and Amalia, 8, with Millepied. Speaking with Marie Claire, Portman said Paris was 'one of the most exciting places to be in the world,' while praising the city's impressive art scene. 'It's really central in terms of the arts. It feels like things are happening in L.A., you know?' she said. 'New York is more where art is bought than where art is made. 'When Ben asked me if I wanted to go to Paris, I freaked. Everyone dreams of living in Paris.' MORE: Cruise's life of Scientology to $926m empire DiCaprio exposed as $4.6m fortune blown Shock couple in Prince Andrew-trashed Queen's pad The couple ended up calling it quits after Millepied had an alleged affair with a 25-year-old climate activist named Camille Étienne. The New York native stayed in Europe following the break-up with Millepied, revealing the Parisians understand her boundaries. 'They're very good at privacy here,' she told Net-a-Porter. 'I feel like the biggest compliment is 'elle est très discrète' ['she is very discreet'].' The Hollywood starlet said she also enjoys soaking up all the culture the European city has to offer. 'Even when it's cold and grey, there's always some incredible exhibit or concert or dinner party or writers in town; something fascinating and stimulating happening … and the frequent vacations are so clutch!' she said. The 43-year-old pushed back on a stereotype that Parisians are 'rude', pointing out the 'weird' social differences between the US and France. 'I find the people here are actually incredibly friendly – you just have to know how to interact, so that we're not the ones being rude,' she said. 'Now, when I go back to the US, I'm like, oh, I would go into a store and not say hello to everyone there? It's weird.' 'I think we have an assumption that Western cultures are all the same, and kind of evened out by all this pop culture that everyone consumes. It's not true: it's extremely specific here.' However, Portman has not cut all ties with the US. The 'Star Wars' actress retained residence in Los Feliz, Los Angeles she purchased in 2009 for $US3.3 million. Eight years later, Portman purchased a second California property in Montecito, which she picked up for $US6.5 million in June 2017. However, she quietly offloaded the home in an off-market deal in 2021 for $US8 million after relocating to France. According to Realtor, the sale netted the 'V for Vendetta' star a tidy profit, with $US1.5 million more than she bought it for. Portman's career has continued since she moved to Europe. The actress racked up numerous credits since she relocated in 2014, including roles in Marvel's blockbuster 'Avengers' series. She'll make her next appearance in the Guy Ritchie-directed heist movie, 'Fountain of Youth,' in which she stars alongside John Krasinski. Parts of this story first appeared in Realtor and was republished with permission. Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox. MORE: Insane amount Meghan, Harry pay staff 'Toxic' Ellen's US escape plan unravels with dud deal JLo, Affleck suffer huge divorce setback
Business of Fashion
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business of Fashion
Yoox Net-a-Porter's New Owner Reveals Plan for Profitability
Now that Richemont has offloaded the online luxury group Yoox Net-a-Porter, the e-tailers' loss-making will be Mytheresa's problem. In an investor call on Thursday, LuxExperience, the new luxury group that combines Mytheresa and Yoox Net-a-Porter, said that Net-a-Porter and Mr Porter's combined net sales dropped 11 percent to €1.2 billion ($1.3 billion) in 2024 and is on track to fall another 11 percent to €1 billion in 2025. Their off-price companions, Yoox and The Outnet, saw their combined sales decreased 19 percent to €957 million in 2024; the e-tailers' revenues are expected to decline another 14 percent to $826 million this year. That contrasts with Mytheresa's projected 7 percent growth to around €900 million in 2025. The numbers were revealed as LuxExperience announced more details of its post-merger plans to return the embattled companies to growth. Net-a-Porter and Mr Porter, as one luxury unit, and Yoox and The Outnet, as a separate off-price division, are targeting sales increases of more than 10 percent in the medium-to-long term. LuxExperience didn't disclose a target year. LuxExperience plans to drive growth for the overall group through more streamlined operations. Mytheresa, Net-a-Porter and Mr Porter, for example, will share an e-commerce platform and may use one another's warehouses in specific regions. That plan, which will take two to three years to implement, will cost as much as €250 million but will help push LuxExperience toward €4 billion in annual revenue and as much as 9 percent adjusted earnings before interests, taxes, depreciation and amortisation by 2030. Learn more: How Mytheresa Can Make Its YNAP Deal Work The German e-tailer's deal to acquire the London-based luxury site, and become a global luxury e-commerce giant, is only as viable as its ability to make the whole enterprise profitable. BoF unpacks what it could take to get there.
New York Post
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Natalie Portman reveals why she prefers living in Paris with her kids over Los Angeles: ‘Very good at privacy'
Natalie Portman prefers to raise her family in The City of Light as opposed to under the Hollywood stars. The 'Black Swan' actress, who moved to Paris in 2014, revealed she loves living in a European city that's bustling but has a culture that's polite and 'very good at privacy.' 'Even when it's cold and gray, there's always some incredible exhibit or concert or dinner party or writers in town; something fascinating and stimulating happening… and the frequent vacations are so clutch!' Portman told fashion outlet Net-a-Porter on Monday. 4 Natalie Portman and her family moved to Paris in 2014. WireImage Portman, 43, pushed back on a stereotype about how French residents are rude, pointing out the 'weird' social differences between the US and France. 'I find the people here are actually incredibly friendly – you just have to know how to interact, so that we're not the ones being rude,' Portman said. 'Now, when I go back to the US, I'm like, oh, I would go into a store and not say hello to everyone there? It's weird.' The 'V for Vendetta' star insisted that cultural differences do not equal rudeness. 'I think we have an assumption that Western cultures are all the same, and kind of evened out by all this pop culture that everyone consumes,' Portman claimed. 'It's not true: it's extremely specific here.' In 2014, Portman ditched Los Angeles and moved to Paris alongside her then-husband Benjamin Millepied, whom she met when he was a choreographer and dancer on the set of 'Black Swan.' The Oscar winner shares two children, Aleph,13, and Amalia, 8, with Millepied. 4 Portman loved how Parisians are 'very good at privacy.' Reynaud Julien/APS-Medias/ABACA/Shutterstock But the couple ended up calling it quits and finalized their divorce in March 2024 after Millepied had an alleged affair with a 25-year-old climate activist named Camille Étienne. The actress is now reportedly dating French musician Tanguy Destable. Portman stayed in France following the breakup with Millepied and praised how parents raise kids in France. 'All the kids that come to my house are, like, 'bonjour Madame' – and give me the bise [cheek-to-cheek kiss],' Portman told the outlet. 'And before they leave, they are, like, 'thank you for having me' – and if I'm not nearby, they'll come and find me to say it.' 4 Portman is reportedly dating a French musician after she finalized her divorce from Benjamin Millepied in March 2024. AFP via Getty Images Portman was born in Jerusalem, Israel, and rose to fame as a teenage star acting in films like 'Heat,' 'Mars Attacks' and 'Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace.' She's not the only star who ditched the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles for a better family life. In 2014, Matthew McConaughey and his wife, Camila Alves, planted their roots in Austin, Texas. 4 Stars like Millie Bobby Brown and Matthew McConaughey left Los Angeles for a different lifestyle. Instagram / Millie Bobby Brown The 'Interstellar' actor, who was born and raised in the Lone Star State, said he always planned to return and raise a family and to be closer to his mother and two older brothers, who also live in Texas. 'I wanted them to have what I grew up around… There's a solid… amount of common sense that runs through it, it's untalked about, but we understand it here,' McConaughey told 'Today' in 2014. 'Stranger Things' actress Millie Bobby Brown swapped Hollywood for farm life in rural Georgia with her husband Jake Bongiovi, the son of singer Jon Bon Jovi. The couple tied the knot in May 2024 and Brown insisted that she loved the lifestyle during a March 2025 interview with Vanity Fair, but added that the country life is not easy. 'If you're not picking up horse s–t or washing a cow with your bare hands, then that life is not made for you. At all,' she told the outlet.
