People

Fashion mourns Valentino Garavani; funeral to be held in Rome on Friday

Valentino Garavani passed away peacefully today at his home in Rome, surrounded by his loved ones. The announcement was made in a statement by the Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti Foundation. He will lie in state at Pm23, located at Piazza Mignanelli 23 in Rome. This will take place on January 21 and January 22, from 11am to 6pm....

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Fashion

The impact of parasocial relationships on fashion in 2025

In 2025, the fashion industry became more personal. Runway presentations were made more accessible through livestream parties and backstage films. Celebrities appeared more approachable, and brands increasingly established themselves as part of digital pop culture. What social media had initiated years ago—making fashion more tangible and...

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Fashion

Menswear: five things to know before the Paris shows begin

Paris - Véronique Nichanian's farewell at Hermès, Jonathan Anderson's second Dior collection, and the Jacquemus finale are among the highlights of the upcoming menswear shows. Starting Tuesday in Paris, this ready-to-wear edition promises several key moments. Here are five things to know. Pressure to sell Over six days, 66 houses will unveil...

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Retail

Regulating pop-up stores: Paris plots to control temporary leases during fashion week

With Men's Fashion Week approaching, Parisian storefronts are being transformed into pop-up stores for a few days. While some are excited to discover these temporary shops, the City of Paris is condemning an “Airbnb-isation” of commercial leases. Airbnb-isation of commercial leases From January 21 to 24, fashion brand Gertrude will open an “...

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