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The 7 Best-Dressed Stars at the 2025 Met Gala

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The 7 Best-Dressed Stars at the 2025 Met Gala

The 7 Best-Dressed Stars at the 2025 Met Gala

The 2025 MET Gala established itself as one of the most refined and conceptually cohesive editions in recent memory. With the theme “Superfine: Black-Tie Tailoring” and dress code “Tailored for You,” the red carpet became a showcase where menswear and womenswear met in elevated, precisely styled expressions.

Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, and A$AP Rocky, this year’s co-chairs, embodied the theme with looks that reimagined tailoring from heritage to modern reinvention. A$AP Rocky turned heads in a double-breasted jacket designed by his own label, AWGE—an homage to the Marmot jackets iconic in Harlem and a reflection of his youth and cultural roots.

Zendaya in custom Louis Vuitton

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Inspired by the 1975 film Mahogany, her ivory zoot suit reimagined dandyism with flawless tailoring and a modern edge. Styled by Law Roach, the look stood out as one of the evening’s smartest tributes to Black fashion history.

Jennie (BLACKPINK) in Chanel

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She wore a strapless black leather and satin jumpsuit adorned with pearl cabochon buttons and finished with Chanel’s signature camellia. The standout detail? A playfully split overskirt revealing cropped slim pants beneath.

Hunter Schafer in Prada

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Her black-and-white ensemble featured layered classics—a turtleneck, button-up shirt, crossover jacket, and beret—culminating in a minimal but impactful statement of understated chic.

Gigi Hadid in custom Miu Miu

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Draped in gold velvet with intricate crystal embellishments, her halter gown paid homage to legendary Black women in fashion: Zelda Wynn Valdez and Josephine Baker. A look rich in glamour and historical significance.

Sofia Richie Grainge in Tommy Hilfiger

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Her gown nodded to the timeless white tuxedo with a sleek high-neck front and a bold surprise in the back—an oversized cream bow that added structure and drama.

Rihanna in Marc Jacobs

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A fashion-forward maternity icon, Rihanna debuted her pregnancy in a corseted look that signals a new chapter in avant-garde pregnancy style.

Lana Del Rey in Valentino by Alessandro Michele

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Her darkly romantic look blended velvet, taffeta, and Victorian lace. With sculpted volume and moody elegance, Lana’s presence turned gothic drama into poetic fashion.

Selena Gomez Channels ’70s-Inspired Business Chic at Rare Beauty’s Mental Health Summit

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Selena Gomez Channels ’70s-Inspired Business Chic at Rare Beauty’s Mental Health Summit

Selena Gomez Channels ’70s-Inspired Business Chic at Rare Beauty’s Mental Health Summit

At Rare Beauty’s 4th Annual Mental Health Summit in Los Angeles, held in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Selena Gomez brought a polished twist to ’70s-inspired business wear. The brand founder stepped out in a crisp, cream-colored buttoned blazer with casually rolled sleeves, paired with a fitted white blouse and high-waisted, light-wash flared jeans—an effortless nod to retro tailoring. Her look was styled by celebrity fashion consultant Erin Walsh, known for her work with Anne Hathaway and Mindy Kaling.

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Gomez used the event as a platform to speak candidly about living with bipolar disorder and emphasized the need to expand mental health access, especially in underserved communities. Nearly 200 guests—including educators, content creators, Rare Impact College ambassadors, and mental health advocates—were in attendance.

Jay Shetty, bestselling author and podcast host, led a thoughtful conversation focused on the power of storytelling to foster human connection. Guests also participated in Rare Beauty’s “Send Good Vibes” campaign, writing postcards to remind loved ones they are supported.

Ahead of the event, Gomez told WWD, “When I launched Rare Beauty, I wanted to create a brand with deeper meaning—a welcoming community that could spark positive conversations around self-acceptance and mental health. Seeing that vision come to life through initiatives like our Mental Health Summit makes me incredibly proud of what we’ve built.”

Luxury or Illusion: How The Tariffs War Affects The Power Houses Of Fashion

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Luxury or Illusion: How The Tariffs War Affects The Power Houses Of Fashion

Luxury or Illusion: How The Tariffs War Affects The Power Houses Of Fashion

While exploring my for you page on TikTok, I couldn’t help but notice the increasing amount of videos calling out the secrets Luxury brands have supposedly hidden from us. These being related to the items’ roots and costs, which are not exactly cheap. Granting that this has been going on for a long time, what does it mean for luxury when the illusion is broken?

Link to the video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIl0hc5Ncd7/?igsh=MTgyM3hvd3dlbHN2aw==

The political involvement: USA and China tariffs war

All of these chaotic revelations stem from the current events happening between China and the USA. Both of which are involved in what is being called a “Tariffs War”.

Since the current president of the USA took office in January he has been very vocal on his trade plans. While in 2018 Trump actioned this idea with the aim of moving the fabrics of American products back in the USA and re-establish balance between the goods which were being exported to China and the ones being imported from there -the firsts being way higher then the latter- what we are testifying now is not related just to economic sector as it may have been before. The issues regards also the control over the developing high tech companies and the profits made by the countries where these companies are located.
In February, alongside Mexico and Canada, the tariffs on China were set up to 10%, but since then they have grown to 125%, reaching almost 145% for specific products. This meaning that an electric car costing 20 000$ could be listed for sale at 49 000$ when imported in the USA (if we were to add the 145% tariff on it).

If Trumps aim is to move back to the USA the production of these goods, not everyone believes this will happen. “Even if it wasn’t China doing the lower end manufacturing it would have been going to other developing countries Vietnam, Bangladesh and many others” says the economist Keyu Jin when asked if this strategy will likely boots US manufacturing and jobs.
On the other hand China responded strongly. Already expecting this move by the president they have been diversifying their partners and markets. Given the relevant role of high tech Beijing expanded export restriction of essential minerals for these companies -such as tungsten and tellurium- all happening while the tariffs on USA goods have risen up to 125%.

How it influences the luxury sector:

Chanel SS 2025 Pre Collection / Craig McDean
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Following these political changes Chinese manufactures decided to tell their truths. Exposing where luxury products are actually made has chipped away at the brands’ credibility- revealing to the buyers that similar items can be found elsewhere for a fraction of the price. While the long term problem seems to be the amount of sales these brands are going to be able to make from now on, what could be more damaging is the lack of relatability they now have at people’s eyes. How can we be sure if the label “Made in Italy” actually means created from scratch there or just finalised in the country?

While people are starting to look up the names of “the real” manufactures, those brands who are being called out remain untouched. When luxury no longer means mystery, will we witness the beginning of its end?

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If the cost of a bag plays a big role in its purchase what the clients aim to acquire is a status, not an item. Exclusivity has a major influence in this situation. Consumers aren’t just drawn to quality, they are drawn to what set them apart. And even when that status is a carefully constructed illusion it still sells, because luxury has always been more about psychology rather than practicality.

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What’s more houses such as Gucci or Hermes don’t rely on the masses to maintain high their retail sales. Their business model answers to a small, elite group of buyers who would not trade fantasies for dupes. Therefore even if imitation increases, it does not affect the core of their
market. Sometimes imitation is allowed-while being ignored- in order to reinforce the unreachable status.

Despite the current changes, unless people’s psychology radically shifts, we will still be drawn to what feels anspirational and has an established history behind it.

Whether we are being sold luxury or an illusion it won’t matter until it’s viewed as exclusive.

Emma Roberts Channels 1950s Chic in a Dior Ensemble at the Brooklyn Artists Ball

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Emma Roberts Channels 1950s Chic in a Dior Ensemble at the Brooklyn Artists Ball

Emma Roberts Channels 1950s Chic in a Dior Ensemble at the Brooklyn Artists Ball

Emma Roberts joined a roster of A-list stars and high-profile guests at the Brooklyn Artists Ball on Tuesday night. The event, held in collaboration with Dior, featured appearances by Kerry Washington and other prominent figures.

Roberts posed for photos on the red carpet before heading into the Brooklyn Museum for the evening’s festivities. For the occasion, the American Horror Story actress embraced a timeless look that echoed silhouettes and trends from the 1950s.

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She wore a matching houndstooth wool jacket and skirt from the iconic French fashion house, designed by Dior’s creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri. The jacket featured subtly puffed short sleeves, sharply angled mini lapels, hip-level pockets, and black front buttons for a refined finish.

Her coordinating skirt came in a high-waisted, fluid design that allowed for ease of movement. She paired the ensemble with pointed black heels and a small black Dior handbag.

Roberts’ glam look was understated yet polished, with bold brows and defined eyeliner enhancing her features. Her makeup was provided by Dior Beauty. Her new “sunrise red” hair was styled in a deep side part, cascading down her shoulders in soft, vintage-inspired curls.

Roberts wasn’t the only attendee wearing Dior that night. Kerry Washington also turned to the runway, opting for a standout look from Dior’s Cruise 2025 collection. Her dress fused gothic romanticism with the sheer trend that continues to dominate red carpets, featuring botanical references and bold gold jewelry by Dior to complete the ensemble.

Chanel’s Cruise 2025/26 Collection

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Chanel’s Cruise 2025/26 Collection

Chanel’s Cruise 2025/26 Collection

On the shores of Lake Como, Chanel dreams of a summer night:
In an exclusive setting like Villa d’Este, located on the shores of Lake Como in Italy, Chanel presented its Cruise 2025/26 collection on April 29th. The French house, which announced the arrival of Matthieu Blazy as its new creative director last December, had already offered a preview of this highly anticipated line through a teaser video directed by Sofia Coppola.

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Starring Ida Heiner, the video by Coppola—filmmaker and friend of the house—portrays the model moving between the terraces, marble staircases, and rooms of the palace like a Renaissance figure, evoking a relaxed sophistication and the spirit of dolce vita that also permeates the collection.

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Halfway between classic and contemporary, in this collection, Chanel offers a balanced approach between fidelity to its traditional codes and openness to more unexpected influences and silhouettes. The collection captures the fleeting moment of eternal summer: light, nostalgic, and elegant.

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Italy is not new territory for the house. Back in 2020, Chanel had planned to present its Cruise collection on the island of Capri, although the pandemic prevented that show from taking place. Last year, however, the city of Marseille hosted the latest cruise collection under the creative direction of Virginie Viard.

With this new collection and the addition of Blazy, the brand reaffirms its ability to transform iconic settings into the ideal backdrop for redefining modern luxury. Chanel’s Cruise 2025/26 Collection

Florence Pugh Stuns in Gothic Romance by Elie Saab at London Thunderbolts Premiere

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Florence Pugh Stuns in Gothic Romance by Elie Saab at London Thunderbolts Premiere

Florence Pugh Stuns in Gothic Romance by Elie Saab at London Thunderbolts Premiere

In a red carpet moment that merged cinematic anticipation with couture artistry, Florence Pugh emerged as a vision of gothic romanticism at the London premiere of Marvel’s Thunderbolts. The Oscar-nominated actress chose a hauntingly beautiful creation from Elie Saab’s Fall 2024 Haute Couture collection, channeling elegance and intensity with every embroidered detail.

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Elie Saab, long revered for his poetic craftsmanship, drew inspiration this season from Khokhloma, the traditional Russian art of painting florals and nature motifs on lacquered wood. That influence was seamlessly woven into Pugh’s look: a sheer black gown with a low waist, delicate floral embroidery, and translucent lace panels that danced between baroque and ethereal.

The dress featured a sharply defined bodice, its structure enhanced by fine straps and a plunging neckline, while horizontal sheer insets provided a striking contrast against the darker underlay. Saab’s floral appliqués crawled across the gown like vines, evoking nature’s quiet sensuality in motion.

Styled by Rebecca Corbin-Murray, Pugh’s look was balanced and refined, with minimal accessories — two slender bracelets and simple earrings — allowing the gown to command full attention. Makeup artist Alex Babsky added a surprising pop of orange eyeshadow that energized the palette, while hairstylist Hyungsun Ju crafted a soft, face-framing updo that echoed the dress’s romantic undercurrent.

First unveiled during Paris Haute Couture Week in June 2024, the gown stood among Saab’s more theatrical creations this season — including dramatic fringe dresses, sculpted shoulders, and fantastical wing-like back detailing. The gothic-inspired color story and intricate techniques brought the designer’s signature femininity into a darker, dreamier register.

With her fearless embrace of couture storytelling, Florence Pugh proves once again that red carpet fashion can be more than a show of glamour — it can be a form of character-driven expression. Here, she doesn’t just wear Elie Saab; she embodies his vision, turning the premiere into a gothic fairytale.

Zendaya Ascends as a Style Deity in Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2025 Campaign

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Zendaya Ascends as a Style Deity in Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2025 Campaign

Zendaya Ascends as a Style Deity in Louis Vuitton’s Resort 2025 Campaign

In one of the most visually arresting campaigns of the season, Louis Vuitton redefines the fantasy of resort dressing by casting Zendaya as a towering cinematic force in its Resort 2025 collection. Photographed by Inez & Vinoodh, the actress-turned-muse is transformed into a surreal, Godzilla-scale figure looming over idyllic beachscapes on the Italian Riviera—where her towering limbs, featherlight sandals, and woven Capucines bag command the scene.

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More than just a model, Zendaya becomes a high-fashion deity: graceful, enigmatic, and larger than life. In one shot, she poses in a backless black dress with embroidered details, her nearly invisible leather sandals barely grazing the turquoise sea. The result is a striking blend of fantasy and sophistication, under the direction of BeGood Studios’ Lina Kutsovskaya, with Law Roach on styling, Ursula Stephen on hair, and Ernesto Casillas on makeup.

“Zendaya captures the spirit of wanderlust that defines the Resort collection,” the brand explains. This desire to escape is central to the collection, first revealed in May 2024 by Nicolas Ghesquière in the dreamlike setting of Park Güell in Barcelona, the modernist masterpiece by Antoni Gaudí.

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This marks another milestone in Zendaya’s evolution as a fashion icon. Since becoming a Louis Vuitton ambassador in 2023, she has fronted major campaigns, including the revival of the Takashi Murakami multicolor monogram collaboration, bringing it to a new generation of fashion lovers.

With her commanding presence and transformational style, Zendaya embodies the new Vuitton woman: powerful, ethereal, and impossibly chic. This campaign doesn’t just sell clothes—it redefines aspiration in a fashion universe where the fantasy is grand, the heroine unstoppable, and the style… transcendent.

Ralph Lauren Fall 2025 Collection

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Ralph Lauren Fall 2025 Collection

Ralph Lauren Fall 2025 Collection

Ralph Lauren made a powerful return to New York City on Thursday, unveiling his Fall 2025 collection with a midday show that traded his signature evening grandeur for a more intimate, emotionally charged setting. Hosted at the newly opened Jack Shainman Gallery flagship in Tribeca, the presentation marked the designer’s 104th women’s show and focused entirely on his pinnacle line: Ralph Lauren Collection.

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While Spring centered on the broader brand family, this season honed in on luxury and craftsmanship, setting the tone with a front row glittering with stars like Anne Hathaway, Michelle Williams, Sadie Sink, Naomi Watts, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Ariana DeBose, and Eiza González.

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“This collection carries a sense of melancholy,” Lauren told WWD, describing the mood behind the “Modern Romantics” theme. “I wanted to show it in the daylight, with good lighting, to express the contrasts within.” That duality—between the masculine and feminine, rugged and refined—is at the heart of Lauren’s latest vision, brought to life with heritage craftsmanship and signature codes.

The show opened with a poetic approach to daywear: a ruffled Edwardian-style white shirt, fastened with a statement brooch and paired with a hand-distressed brown leather jacket, a tailored black cardigan, and voluminous jodhpur-style trousers tucked into tall boots. It set the tone for a collection rich in texture and emotion.

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As the runway progressed, a darker, more gothic romanticism emerged: fluttering blouses were styled with hand-finished leather jumpsuits, equestrian coats, and sharp leather tailoring. Lauren reinvented house staples—flowing gowns, sporty staples, and structured outerwear—with a vintage-inflected modernity that felt both nostalgic and forward-looking.

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A sense of timelessness permeated the collection, conveyed through artisanal techniques: a belted cashmere blazer with an airbrushed finish, a pleated maxi skirt with subtle volume, and a suede aviator jacket with a hand-brushed ombré effect—each a one-of-a-kind statement.

“I still believe in the power of the runway,” Lauren shared. “Each collection tells a story—it’s like making a movie. It’s a dream experience, and I hope, an inspiring one.” His cinematic touch continued with dramatic pieces like a laser-cut leather bustier jacket, a beaded Victorian version, lace crinoline gowns, and seductive halter dresses meant for the modern Hollywood siren.

Above all, Ralph Lauren’s Fall 2025 offering reminds us that luxury isn’t just about clothing—it’s about storytelling, atmosphere, and evoking emotion. And few do it with as much vision or consistency as he does.

Jonathan Anderson Takes the Helm at Dior Men

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Jonathan Anderson Takes the Helm at Dior Men

Jonathan Anderson Takes the Helm at Dior Men

Dior has officially announced that Jonathan Anderson will be stepping in as the new creative director of Dior Men, ushering in what could be a transformative era for the house’s menswear division. The announcement follows the departure of Kim Jones, who recently concluded his impactful seven-year tenure at the French fashion powerhouse.

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In his farewell, Jones expressed deep gratitude toward his studio team, Dior’s skilled ateliers, and Bernard and Delphine Arnault. His final collection, for Fall 2025, reflected on the uncertain yet pivotal moment the fashion industry currently faces. “Fashion is in a time of unsettling evolution,” Jones had told Vogue Business. “You need to offer something solid.”

The news of Anderson’s appointment was confirmed by Bernard Arnault himself, chairman and CEO of LVMH, during the luxury conglomerate’s annual shareholders meeting. Anderson is expected to present his first collection for Dior Men at Paris Fashion Week this June—an event already generating significant buzz.

This marks the first official move by LVMH since Anderson’s exit from Loewe, where he served as creative director for 11 years and revitalized the Spanish heritage brand with his distinct blend of craftsmanship and avant-garde vision. He also continues to lead his namesake label, JW Anderson, known for its intellectual playfulness and genre-defying aesthetic.

Anderson’s arrival at Dior signals more than a simple creative transition; it represents a shift toward a renewed masculine identity—one informed by conceptual design, couture-level execution, and cultural dialogue. His work often challenges traditional codes of masculinity while celebrating fashion as wearable art.

Although LVMH has not confirmed the widespread speculation, there is ongoing buzz about Anderson potentially taking over Dior’s womenswear as well—currently helmed by Italian designer Maria Grazia Chiuri. If realized, this dual leadership would mark a significant consolidation of creative power within the house.

What’s clear is that Dior is placing a strategic bet on Anderson’s visionary talent to shape the next era of its menswear legacy. As fashion continues to grapple with shifting values, gender fluidity, and the demand for deeper artistic storytelling, his appointment is both timely and culturally relevant.

The world will be watching closely this June, when Dior unveils its next chapter under the guidance of one of fashion’s most innovative minds.

Dior Pre-Fall 2025 Collection

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Dior Pre-Fall 2025 Collection

Dior Pre-Fall 2025 Collection

With poetic delicacy and assertive purpose, Maria Grazia Chiuri opens a new chapter in Dior’s longstanding love affair with Japan. This time, the story unfolds in Kyoto, bathed in the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms and framed by the serene grounds of Tō-ji Temple—home to the tallest wooden pagoda in the country.

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The Pre-Fall 2025 collection was more than a fashion show—it was a meditative journey merging spiritual heritage with high-level prêt-à-porter craftsmanship. Against a backdrop of tranquility, Chiuri presented a wardrobe that whispered strength and elegance. Her silhouettes paid homage to both the composed grace of geishas and the calm power of samurais. From translucent kimono-inspired dresses to origami-folded wide-leg jeans, each piece embodied a contemporary wearability without compromising artistry.

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The collection exhaled a palette of understated, “practical” hues, as Chiuri described it, layered over timeless shapes with thoughtful twists. There were painterly denim jackets printed with Edo-period landscapes, bomber jackets with sculptural collars, and sweeping silk dresses embroidered with poetic motifs—subtle nods to nature’s impermanence, infused with the Japanese philosophy of mono no aware.

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The runway’s soundtrack, curated by French DJ Michel Gaubert, stayed true to the space’s reverence. Hardcore techno was replaced with the organic sounds of Ryuichi Sakamoto and the ethereal bells of Ichiko Aoba, crafting a sonic landscape as reflective as the garments themselves.

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What elevated this collection to a rarefied level was Chiuri’s collaboration with Kyoto’s master artisans. Three renowned local ateliers—Tatsumura Textile, Kihachi Tabata, and Yoshiyuki Fukuda—brought their centuries-old expertise to the collection. Tatsumura recreated Dior’s original Japanese brocade from 1953. Tabata, celebrated for its kimono dyeing technique Yuzen, reimagined cherry blossom motifs from Dior’s Spring 1953 haute couture show in soft shades of indigo and pink. Meanwhile, Fukuda used his signature steam-dyeing process to create landscape prints that captured Chiuri’s vision of “light filtering through the forest.”

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For Chiuri, this cross-cultural craftsmanship was not just homage—it was dialogue. “When we talk about artisan work, about silk, about prints… it’s a language that unites the global fashion community,” she noted. Her appreciation extended to how modern technology now enables prêt-à-porter garments to reach near-haute couture quality—bridging the past and future of luxury fashion.

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Chiuri also shared a personal memory of discovering traditional Japanese garments in Italy, inspired by the wave of Japanese designers who influenced Western fashion in the 1980s. “The construction of the kimono was completely unusual in Europe. I remember immediately buying some vintage ones to wear with my jeans.”

She emphasized how such garments define the body not through tailoring, but through draping and motion—shaping form through the wearer. “And it’s not masculine or feminine. That’s what makes it so fascinating,” she concluded.

The show, staged in one of Kyoto’s most sacred locations, became more than an homage—it was a fashion meditation. Dior didn’t just present a collection—it invited us to pause, to feel, and to rethink the timeless dialogue between culture and couture.

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