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The Antwerp Six at 40: How six hungry students changed fashion forever

When six students at the Antwerp Academy were studying in the early eighties, they were hungry and open-eyed. Charged with ideas and ideals. They never thought they would collectively be known as a movement: The Antwerp Six, which this year celebrates its 40th year, have been a cultural reference point for many decades, and the exhibition that...

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'Being yourself' and 'always keep learning' were the driving forces behind the Antwerp Six

Forty years after Dirk Bikkembergs, Ann Demeulemeester, Walter Van Beirendonck, Dries Van Noten, Dirk Van Saene and Marina Yee shook up the fashion world at the British Designer Show in London, the Modemuseum Antwerpen (MoMu) is dedicating its first full exhibition to their legacy. The Antwerp Six showcases not only this chapter of rebellious...

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V&A celebrates the legacy of Elsa Schiaparelli with new exhibition

While Elsa Schiaparelli’s name might not be as recognisable as Coco Chanel or Christian Dior, who have been the focus of previous V&A exhibitions, her influence on fashion and couture is just as pronounced, and the new exhibit in London traces the origins of Maison Schiaparelli and how it became a fashion disruptor by drawing inspiration from...

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Pan Macmillan to publish Sir Paul Smith's autobiography

British fashion designer Sir Paul Smith will be releasing a book on his life, published by Pan Macmillan in September. The ‘Threads: My Life in Style,’ book will cover Smith’s career and life from being leaving school at fifteen with undiagnosed dyslexia to growing a global business from its origins in one small shop in Nottingham, England, as...

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New Netflix documentary explores link between microplastics and health concerns

Netflix is set to drop a new documentary detailing the potential link between microplastics and associated chemicals to fertility decline and long-term health risks. Due to premiere March 16, ‘The Plastic Detox’ will dive into the various ways plastic products have been embedded into everyday life and will investigate whether changing daily...

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Exhibition: “The art of trademark in Indo-British textile trade” sheds light on the forgotten art of textile labels

The first thing you notice is the heat; it is all around, almost palpable. Then there are the sounds, deafening, each vendor trying to shout louder than the next. “Madam, here, here, Kashmiri silk, you won’t find anywhere.” “Come to my stall, please, I will show you the widest range.” Then there are the smells of course, some pleasant like the...

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Landmark Labubu retrospective opens during Paris Fashion Week

More than just a plush toy, Labubu has become a global phenomenon and a luxury accessory in its own right. Particularly on-trend in 2025, this sharp-toothed charm has adorned everything from Birkin bags to Uniqlo satchels. It is now the subject of a major retrospective running alongside Paris Fashion Week. After touring Shanghai, Taipei and Hong...

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“Labour rights and climate justice are the bedrock of a functional economy and society” - Remake CMO on nonprofit’s closing

Who does not remember social impact initiatives like the #PayUp campaign or the #NoNewClothes challenge? Then there are the annual Fashion Accountability Reports and the “Made in…” film series, all initiatives by nonprofit Remake. Sadly, the organisation is forced to shut down at the end of the month after failing to secure the necessary funding...

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Yves Saint Laurent Onstage exhibition explores designer's performing arts passion

At the end of January, the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech (museum entirely devoted to the work of fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent in Marrakech, Morocco) launched the Yves Saint Laurent Onstage exhibition, dedicated to costumes and set designs for theatre, music hall, and ballet. The exhibition will be open until January 5, 2027. With...

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From high street to halftime: Bad Bunny debuts custom Zara at Super Bowl 2026

Inditex has once again signaled that the United States is its most vital growth frontier. During Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, the group’s flagship brand, Zara, took center stage before an audience of millions, dressing halftime headliner Bad Bunny. The appearance marks a historic marketing milestone for the Spanish retailer, aligning it...

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French luxury responds to Trump tariffs with cultural diplomacy

Facing a new era of trade tensions and tariffs under the Trump administration, the French luxury sector is leaning into its role as a “catalyst for cultural diplomacy.” Leading the charge is Comité Colbert, which has unveiled a strategic new exhibition in New York titled “Hidden Treasures: 250 Years of Franco-American Luxury Stories”. The...

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Fashion podcasts of 2025

With over 4.5 million podcasts worldwide and an audience increasingly turning to audio for their news consumption, podcasts are an undeniable part of the culture, including in the upcoming fashion year. FashionUnited has selected a number of leading shows that are here to stay. Fashion neurosis Designer Bella Freud broke away from the rigid...