FASHION DESIGN

Why designer’s fresh yet proven vision makes him the ideal successor

Take it from me: these volumes will sharpen your pattern-cutting skills, saving you time, stress, and sleepless nights

The Jordanian-Romanian accessory designer is our new mentor in Florence, sharing the must-know tips you need to make it in fashion

From Karl Lagerfeld and Yves Saint Laurent to Balenciaga’s Demna and his brother, the luxury industry is no stranger to fiery rivalries

Breaking rules to establish new ones: while romanticising rebellion in fashion is seductive, it risks becoming a limiting view of innovation

From a small village in Calabria to leading Ferrari’s creative direction, Rocco Iannone reveals how he incorporates Ferrari’s sports car heritage into fashion

Let’s explore some books that capture the vibe of gloomy London. Sometimes, it’s better to embrace the atmosphere rather than resist it

Prada partners with Axiom Space to produce NASA’s new spacesuits for the Artemis III lunar mission

A new university year has just begun, and it’s time to dive back into fashion. Here’s a list of engaging books that won’t bore you—thank us later

South Korea is changing the cultural game globally. Meet the insiders revealing how K-fashion (and K-movies) are taking over

Luxury minds in the everyday aisle: just hype or the real deal? It’s still up in the air whether high-fashion designers will boost sales for mass brands

The German-born designer is the latest creative director to watch as she reinvents the French brand with a modern twist on classic boho chic

Keeping the legacy alive while shaping the future: bridge designers are hired to succeed big-name creative directors, but issues arise

At London’s latest exhibit, we met fresh designers tackling waste, reimagining ancient crafts, pushing boundaries, and integrating AI into their work

Valentino’s new creative director discussed the book he wrote with Emanuele Coccia. Here, he shares six current reflections on fashion (and philosophy).

The dream role for every designer is open. Meet the fashion superstars and rising talents rumoured to succeed Virginie Viard at Chanel

London, Milan, Paris: Forget the runways! Bookshops rule. With bookworms as fashion’s new icons, reading and buying merch are irresistible

India’s sneaker fever: What’s the buzz about? Discover the players, platforms, and homegrown streetwear brands behind the craze

Fashion is about revolution, not evolution. Dive into Rousteing’s journey as he breathes new life into Pierre Balmain’s brand, one partnership at a time

Inaugurating his mentorship programme, the fashion designer delves into the power of emotions and individuality as catalysts for creativity

We met Luca Missoni, the son of Ottavio and Rosita. He shared the family brand’s history as pioneers of creative knitted stripes, sportswear, and upcycling

Medea brings together fashion and art to ignite creative co-labs. The socially responsible brand was founded by a twin duo that’s worth keeping an eye on

The jewellery industry is seeking innovation by tapping into the fashion world’s creativity, exemplified by Mary Katrantzou’s new role at Bulgari

Fashion’s game of Musical Chairs continues. Instead of speculating about the occupants, we should question what designers are expected to deliver today

After 38 years, the Antwerp designer’s final bow unfolds in Paris this June. Amidst Dries-mania, here’s a rundown of his 5 best catwalks

Anderson’s Loewe excels with its fusion of gender, art, childhood fantasies, and playful avant-gardism, surpassing market conventions

Stefano Pilati, Marco Rambaldi, Matteo Ceccarini, @ideservecouture and @InsideTheMood share their insights on the future of fashion

“Witness your era, embrace your culture,” he shared. Dive into our exclusive with the designer shaping our generation’s style

The fashion insider-outsider is here. At our Front Row event, he discusses (not) dreaming, the importance of the long way, and navigating a saturated industry

The designer never disappoints in blending avant-garde with retro silhouettes to resonate with contemporary culture—that’s her magic touch

With 40 years in the game, the NY maestro just owned Manhattan. But don’t sleep on Heaven by Marc Jacobs—the ultimate paradise for the cool kids

The house’s latest ‘dirty ’30s’-inspired couture show, already legendary, reignites our exploration into the brand’s history and its genius designers

How can a brand shake up Belle Époque norms, disrupt the 20^th century, and maintain its dominance in the new millennium? It’s Chanel

Dancing with darkness, this realist navigates today’s beauty and horror, embracing tension while pushing the limits of design

Hat whispers from Jacopo Politi: the Fedora that changed history, the love story with Hollywood and the perfect piece for Timothée Chalamet

“Stand up for what you believe in and be more intellectually bold. Fashion is the voice of our society,” said the Roman Paris-based couturier

The founder and creative director of the manga-esque star-approved cult brand is now an I’M Mentor. And here’s what he has to say

The Brit designer’s solo debut has finally come. The collection launched online on her new website, and sold out with no ads or shows

The star designer is back with the first collection under her own name. Fashion is divided: are you desperately in love with her or somewhat stumped?

Brands played it safe, but the designer came in to prove he’s the Oz of fashion. How? Redefining the unconventional as the norm, as Martin Margiela did

Givenchy x La Flame in the works? While waiting for Matthew M. Williams’ next collection, here are 6 things to know about the brand he now leads

A big Tuesday in Paris with Maria Grazia Chiuri. As she redefines the Maison’s codes, we trace the brand’s evolution from Christian Dior to the Italian designer

Coach’s parent company, Tapestry, announced its merger with Versace’s owner, Capri Holdings. Discussing the future of the Italian brand, we take a look at its history

What’s next for Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons? Ahead of their S/S 2024 women’s show, here are four milestones from the brand’s past and present

What to know about the house beyond their Baguette it-bag? Facts about Roman roots, family (by choice), Silvia Venturini Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld... and more

The countdown has started: the catwalk is scheduled for September 22. The Kering brand welcomed back Alessio Vannetti while waiting for a new CEO

Alumnus Danilo Alberti, now Design Director Woman Leathergoods at Prada, challenges our students to be drivers of change by imagining a new bag based on the brand’s values

Being explicitly sexy is boring, stated the designer. Unaware sensuality is a staple attitude of his brand and the essence of his mentorship project for our students

What advice would the couturier give to young talent just starting out? We know the answer – and we are ready to share the secret with you

It’s not a traditional brand, but a brand with a tradition that blends innovation, crafts, fashion and art. Let’s delve into its history while waiting for the next men’s show

While waiting for the brand to show its menswear SS 2024 at Paris Fashion Week, we look back at the career of the Dark Lord of the fashion avant-garde

To remember the designer who most helped define the Swinging Sixties scene, here we share a list of volumes that will sure boost your creative work

The creative met with our students to discuss her Fall 2023 show in Mumbai, women’s empowerment, artisans as co-creators, and the country’s future in global fashion

About to mentor Master’s students towards the essence of Italian cinema, the designer discussed sexy vs sensuality, his muses and how to support talent

In the Metaverse era, the value of business lies in the possibilities unleashed by the slowness of its production

The designer talks about his latest collection Soul Tech and refreshing age old craft for a global contemporary feel

As the brand's sales rise, the Roman designer humanises the sublime while blurring boundaries with fashion as a political message

Tod’s creative director announces the four best students of the New Artisanal Aesthetics mentorship programme at Istituto Marangoni Milano

Ahead of the new maxi-show by Glenn Martens, we caught up with Mattia Bertocco to discuss his book “Diesel: Jeans, Comunicazione, Cultura”

Known for his use of metals and best-selling scents, the Space Age metallurgist died at 88. Olfactory pleasures or textile arts? Find out what his name stands for

In September, the Brit designer will launch her LVMH-backed brand. What about her journey studded with best sellers and wow moments? We’ve got you covered

Formerly Pierpaolo Piccioli’s right-hand man at Valentino, De Sarno has been appointed to the creative helm of Kering’s brand, replacing Alessandro Michele

The doyenne of British fashion shaped and fought the industry. There is much history behind her logo, a coronation orb circled by Saturn’s rings

Kering’s flagship brand parts ways with its star designer after an almost eight-year journey. While waiting for a successor, here are his top collections and hypes

Targeting fresh faces of craftsmanship, a special mentorship programme led by Tod’s Creative Director debuted 

Zegna’s artistic director, a 1989 graduate of the Istituto Marangoni, was honoured with the prestigious WWD’s Menswear Designer of the Year prize

The 350-year-old Vitale Barberis Canonico woollen mill asked our students to create contemporary pieces with their fabrics, thus taking Made in Italy into the future

A guest at the latest ‘In Conversation With’ event, the designer celebrated inclusivity and diversity while answering our quick-fire fashion questions

Having ideas is not enough, as creatives have to come up with several collections per year. How do they succeed? Gathering sources is key

A phygital défilé featuring the work of top graduates, the event saw the couturier’s grand finale. Want to know about his journey in fashion? We’ve got you covered

Remembering the Japanese designer, here are his lessons for creatives to take to heart. There’s a lot to discover behind his pleats (and Steve Jobs’ turtleneck)

From inventing the mini-bag phenomenon to attracting larger-than-life celebrities, through the hot-ticket shows around France: here is all about this cult brand

The birth of a fashion dynasty held together by family loyalty. Gianni and Donatella Versace shocked the world with their opulent yet provocative designs

Since establishing Comme des Garçons in 1969, the Tokyo-based designer has consistently disrupted the accepted notions of the fashionable body

With a shop opening to launch the ‘see now, buy now’ formula for its most exclusive items, the house winks at the Gen Z sense of luxury

Meet designer Alberto Zambelli, who won the competition to customise IM’s most-wanted piece. “A universal hug as a manifesto of cultural diversity,” he says

A Prize ceremony was the icing on the cake of Massimo Giorgetti’s mentorship. The winners will stand backstage at his next fashion show

CHB’s founder tells us about his fashion’s duality between strength and fragility, black&white, dreams versus sales strategies

He launched his own brand and is now Blumarine’s Creative Director. How did he get there?

Waiting for his masterclass in Paris, we celebrate the top moments that cemented the status of Balmain's creative director as Wonder Boy