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Vogue
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- Vogue
Monique Lhuillier Spring 2026 Ready-to-Wear Collection
Monique Lhuillier showed her upbeat, colorful spring collection on a gloriously sunny New York City afternoon this week. The designer, who is known for her bridal gowns and eveningwear, zeroed in on zingy dresses with a sense of refinement for both day and night this season. 'I wanted to make it feel more modern, and really hone in on who my girl is,' the designer said. Focusing less on heavy prints or embroideries, Lhuillier allowed her striking colors and smart silhouettes to be the focal point for spring—but don't expect minimalism. Her opening frock in bright meadow-green with a high slit, featured a fresh sculptural asymmetric neckline; while her take on a white t-shirt dress was modern, thanks to the digitized floral print plastered over the front. For a designer who specializes in occasion dressing, there were clear attempts at making things a little less precious. Take her draped jersey dresses with artful built-in ruching, which could be easily thrown and rumpled into a suitcase. Nighttime is obviously her specialty. It was evident in a strapless ball gown adorned with blue metallic-raffia florals, or a corseted black lace dress with a drop-waist skirt that was sexy and timeless. Slightly wilder were her very on-trend leopard print two-piece suits and sequin column gowns—they were her attempt at reaching a slightly younger customer, though at Lhuillier's price point, they likely can't afford them. The showstopper was the sunset-hued chiffon number which featured a cascading scarf-cape trailing behind it. Forget a dress that makes an entrance—this one was all about the exit.
Grazia USA
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Grazia USA
Telfar Returns to the Runway on Juneteenth — & the Moment Couldn't Be More Powerful
NEW YORK, NY – FEBRUARY 07: Designer Telfar Clemens walks the runway at the Telfar Fall/Winter 2019 Collection on February 8, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by) After nearly five years away from the catwalk, Telfar is making its long-anticipated return to the runway — and the brand has chosen Juneteenth weekend for its moment. The move isn't just symbolic; it's strategic, timely, and deeply resonant for a label that has built its name by flipping the script on what luxury fashion looks like — and who it's for. While the exact date and location have not yet been confirmed, the timing aligns with Paris Men's Fashion Week this June, fueling speculation about an international stage. Regardless of where the show lands, the event will be livestreamed globally via the brand's 24-hour public access channel. As always, accessibility isn't an afterthought for Telfar — it's the foundation. Why Juneteenth Matters for This Moment Celebrated annually on June 19, Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. Officially recognized as a federal holiday in 2021, it's a day of reflection, joy, resilience — and now, a moment Telfar has chosen to return to the public eye. For a brand whose DNA is deeply rooted in Black identity, inclusivity, and anti-establishment values, this timing couldn't be more fitting. Telfar's approach has never been about spectacle for the sake of it — it's about meaning, community, and making space. A Juneteenth show isn't just a date on the calendar; it's a cultural declaration. The Brand That Redefined 'It' Bags and Rewrote Fashion's Rules Founded in 2005 by Liberian-American designer Telfar Clemens, the label burst into mainstream consciousness with its now-iconic Shopping Bag — a unisex, vegan-leather tote that became one of the most sought-after accessories of the decade. Nicknamed the 'Bushwick Birkin,' the bag's meteoric rise spoke to the hunger for luxury that wasn't exclusionary. PARIS, FRANCE – SEPTEMBER 28: A guest wears a blue shiny Telfar bag, outside Christopher Esber, during the Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 as part of Paris Fashion Week on September 28, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by) Telfar has always stood by the mantra: 'Not for you — for everyone.' From its genderless collections to its 'drop' release model designed to thwart bots and resellers, the brand has challenged the gatekeeping norms of high fashion at every turn. An Open Call — and an Open Door In the lead-up to the show, Telfar invited fans to participate through an open casting call at the NYC flagship store. Announced via a cheeky Instagram video parodying America's Next Top Model , the initiative drew long lines of hopefuls, all vying for the chance to walk in the show. It wasn't just a casting, but instead, it was a celebration of the community Telfar has built. The casting further underscores Telfar's inclusive ethos, blurring the line between customer and model, insider and outsider. Everyone is welcome. Everyone gets a seat — or, in this case, a shot at the runway. A Platform for the People For those unable to attend in person, will stream the show live, ensuring that the moment reaches a global audience without the velvet rope. The platform, launched in 2021, reflects Telfar's continued push toward democratizing fashion media, creating a hybrid space that merges livestreams, brand storytelling, and experimental content. In a time when other brands are doubling down on exclusivity, Telfar is doing the opposite: widening the lens and opening the door. What This Means for Fashion — And the Future Telfar's Juneteenth runway return isn't just a comeback, it's a reset. As the industry continues to grapple with issues of inclusivity, accessibility, and systemic change, Telfar reminds us that fashion can be both powerful and purposeful. It can reflect the world we live in — not just the few who traditionally had access to it. In choosing Juneteenth as its comeback moment, Telfar isn't just staging a fashion show. It's reclaiming the runway as a space of freedom, visibility, and radical joy. Watch it live on this Juneteenth weekend — and witness a brand continuing to change fashion, from the ground up.
The Guardian
23-05-2025
- The Guardian
Four men guilty of Kim Kardashian jewellery heist in Paris
Four men have been found guilty of breaking into a luxury residence in Paris and stealing jewellery worth millions of euros from the American reality TV star Kim Kardashian when she attended fashion week in 2016. Three pensioners and one man in his 30s were convicted of carrying out the armed heist, which was thought to be the biggest robbery of an individual in France in 20 years. Four other people were found guilty of assisting in the plot or related charges. Two people were acquitted of accusations they handed out information about Kardashian's whereabouts. The armed, masked men who were dressed in police jackets, arrived by bike or on foot just before 3am on 3 October 2016 at Kardashian's exclusive building near Paris's Place de la Concorde, known as a 'no address' site, where celebrities often rent sumptuous suites. They held a receptionist at gunpoint and then went up to Kardashian's room where they held her hostage with a gun, tying her hands and feet and taping her mouth. They escaped with jewellery worth up to an estimated €10m. The jewels, which were never found, included a 18.88-carat diamond engagement ring given to Kardashian by her then husband, the rapper Kanye West, estimated to be worth £3m. The leaders of the gang, aged in their 60s and 70s, were nicknamed the 'grandpa robbers' by French media. But the state prosecutor, Anne-Dominique Merville, had told jurors not to be fooled by their age or 'reassuring wrinkles', saying they were seasoned criminals with long track records and previous prison sentences. Aomar Aït Khedache, 68, a retired restaurant owner alleged to have masterminded the robbery, was handed the heaviest sentence of three years in prison plus five years suspended, but due to time already served in jail he will not return to detention. For the same reason, none of the convicted men were sent to prison. The court heard Aït Kadeche ''gave orders', recruited others and travelled to Belgium to sell the jewellery. He is now deaf and cannot speak, so he read the court's questions on a typed transcript, writing his answers with a pen and paper, projected on to a screen. 'I ask for forgiveness. I can't find the words. I am very sorry,' he wrote as the trial ended. Didier Dubreucq, 69, was found guilty as well as Yunice Abbas, 71, who admitted to arriving at the scene with two accomplices on bicycles to 'keep watch'. Abbas had told the court: 'All I have to offer you is regret. I'm sorry.' Marc-Alexandre Boyer, the youngest member of the group, now in his 30s, was also convicted. In a statement after the verdict, Kardashian said she was 'satisfied' with the verdict, adding that she was 'deeply grateful to the French authorities for pursuing justice.' More details soon…
Daily Mail
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
SPOT THE DUPE: With a £2,000 difference between the cheapest and priciest looks here, which is your pick?
Special event to attend this spring? Ditch the dreary neutrals for cobalt blue – a current favourite with the fashion pack. As YOU's digital writer Scarlett Dargan shows, it's an easy way to make a statement – just pair with slingbacks and chunky gold jewellery! Answers below... LOW: (Scarlett's pick) Total £139.98 Bag, £24.99, Shoes, £45.99, Bag, £175, Staud, Shoes, £99, Dress, £775, Zimmermann, and bag, £1,480, The Row, Shoes, £533, Le Silla, Hair: Alex Szabo at Carol Hayes using Philip Kingsley. Make-up: Doey Drummond using Kosas. Jewellery throughout: necklace, £450, and ring, £100, bangle, £55.
Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Controversial influencer slammed for wearing $70 designer knock-off Shein dress to Australian Fashion Week
Jamie Azzopardi is no stranger to a fashion week scandal, but this one takes the cake. The controversial influencer, who is non-binary and uses they/them pronouns, was the talk of the town at last year's Australian Fashion Week after they arrived with an entourage of minders to carry their dress at Sydney 's Carriageworks. Now, Jamie is dominating chatter at the annual fashion event again, and this time for wearing a brand that has long been under scrutiny. Jamie arrived at day two of the much-anticipated event wearing a dress from fast-fashion brand Shein. The brand has been shrouded in controversy for years following allegations of large-scale environmental impacts and the copying of designs from other, often smaller, fashion labels. The brown-hued, fringe frock, which retails for $69.95 on Shein, is seemingly a knock-off of the $3,945 Hervé Léger fringed bandage gown. Jamie even gave Shein a shout-out in a recent Instagram post, crediting the brand for the dress, which they wore in the accompanying photo. This year, Australian Fashion Week has pushed a strong message of sustainability with various shows, initiatives and installations, including an eBay pre-loved fashion pop-up at Carriageworks. Which is why the dress didn't land well with other attendees of the event. During an interview with Pedestrian TV, when Jamie was asked who they considered a 'mico-influencer boss', they named Sopha Dopha aka Sophia Begg. However, the statement was taken to heart by her fans, who leapt to her defence and slammed the influencer and their choice of dress in the comments of the video. 'Jamie literally wore a dress from Shein to day two. I don't think they're in a position to sit on a high horse about fashion,' one person wrote. Another chimed in: 'This!! So sick of certain people on a high horse because they're more creative or fashionable than someone else and the audacity to wear Shein. It's astounding.' Sophia later vented in a GRWM video on TikTok about the moment, saying: 'I got named as one of them (mico-influencer boss) by someone who wore Shein to Australian Fashion Week, so not sure what that's about.' The video has since been deleted. Jamie has sent tongues wagging this week in an array of jaw-dropping ensembles. The content creator wore a lacy red dress over a pair of red slacks and sky-high red heels as they attended AFW at Carriageworks on Tuesday. Jamie also took to wearing Crocs in one of their looks, paired with a green, sleeveless dress over a patterned button-up shirt. The fashion-forward influencer also took to wearing a textured dress and trousers in a powder blue hue, paired with a sequinned handbag platform heels. Jamie set the tone for the week on Monday after making their AFW 2025 grand debut wearing a wedding dress held up by four assistants. The women held up Azzopardi's voluminous frock which featured a long, flowing train. Azzopardi recruited four minders to hold up the elaborate frock which featured a ruffled neckline and sheer panels with pearl details. The dress was belted at the waist and also featured layers of tulle around a beaded bodice. Jamie wore a pair of sunglasses which had matching pearls and included a long pair of black boots. It comes after Azzopardi arrived at Australian Fashion Week last year in an elaborate Edwardian-style outfit - before hitting back at their critics. Azzopardi made an outrageous arrival at Carriageworks in Sydney flanked by an entourage of minders, to which Married At First Sight star Carolina Santos couldn't resist commenting on social media. 'What the f*** is that? Does Jamie think [they] are at the Met Gala or something? Why are people holding [their] clothes?' she said at the time. Speaking exclusively to Daily Mail Australia at the event last year, Jamie clapped back at Carolina's comment. 'Carolina, I do have a question because you have a lot to say about me: I just want to know, what do you know about the Met Gala?'
