While many bemoan that American fashion shows lack the luster of yesteryear, Malena Belafonte is trying to rejigger the tried-and-true by blending runway looks, live music and circus-like spectacles. The former model, dancer and next of kin to internationally renowned musicians will present a two-hour show at Sony Hall in New York City on Wednesday … Read more
A year after opening, the Fontainebleau’s luxury retail offerings are taking shape in Las Vegas. Alaïa, Bottega Veneta, Gucci and Boucheron are the latest stores to bow at the hotel and casino property, which officially opened its doors Dec. 13, 2023, with a splashy party attended by Cher, Anitta, Kim Kardashian, Eva Longoria, Sylvester Stallone, … Read more
Since his debut last year Sabato De Sarno has faced criticism. The sleek, clean aesthetic he has anchored his vision for Gucci on has been knocked for its simplicity, accused of prompting occasional yawns among a fashion and social media audience that’s always chasing the next adrenaline rush. But De Sarno has stayed true to … Read more
It’s hard to imagine Bottega Veneta, which last year surpassed the 1.6 billion euro mark and has reached global brand status, as a struggling, off-the-radar, near bankrupt leather goods label back in 2001 — and many may have forgotten that the acquisition of the brand was spearheaded by Tom Ford and Domenico De Sole, who … Read more
Erik Madigan Heck is showing off his many talents in “The Tapestry,” a new Thames & Hudson-published book that features 180 of his works. Blending photographs and painting, the monograph — as its title suggests — draws from historic tapestries, as well as Impressionist and contemporary paintings. Many know Heck for his fashion photography, which … Read more
LONDON — American photographer Nan Goldin is a deep thinker and extremely selective about what she puts her name to. This fall she shot Gucci’s “We Will Always Have London” campaign featuring Debbie Harry and Kelsey Lu that scooped up a special recognition at the Fashion Awards on Monday night and now she’s putting six … Read more
HOLIDAY SPIRIT: Gucci is kicking off the holiday season with a festive installation in Miami, coinciding with the city’s Art Week, which began on Monday. An impressive structure reminiscent of a snow globe on Sweet Bird North Plaza in Miami’s Design District is now on display until Jan. 7, paying tribute to founder Guccio Gucci. … Read more
LONDON — The United Nations of style regrouped on Monday evening at the Royal Albert Hall with the Fashion Awards, whose winners hailed from around the world. The event was more international than ever with Rihanna, Jamie Dornan, Joe Jonas, Glen Powell and Courtney Love in attendance, and home talents including Jonathan Anderson, Grace Wales Bonner, … Read more
A SECOND HOME: It seems as though London has become a second home for Gucci. The Italian luxury brand is supporting Tate Modern’s “Electric Dreams: Art and Technology Before the Internet” exhibition, which runs from Nov. 28 to June 1. The showcase traces technology from the ‘50s until the dawn of the internet age and … Read more
DOWN SOUTH: After landing north, west and east, Max Mara is looking to the south of Italy again. The Italian fashion brand is planning a two-day resort 2026 experience, which will include a runway show, in Naples on June 16 and 17. In 2021, the brand held its resort 2022 show on the island of … Read more
