A reader emailed me a trend question. I have an answer.

In an over-crowded marketplace, brands must prioritize investing in visuals that employ creative storytelling to set themselves apart.

Schiaparelli’s hair ties, Issey Miyake launches A-POC ABLE in New York City, a Q&A with Yusuke Takahashi of CFCL, and Dolce & Gabbana get a retrospective.

Fall 2024 post-season coverage focused on two significant designer exits, shedding light on the relationship between commercialism and creativity in fashion.

From a quiet luxury remix to lush, tactile textures and top-notch craftsmanship, designers opted for a safe evolution of familiar trends.

Sephora’s market miscalculation, ranking 2023’s most impactful fashion collabs with Highsnobiety, Renzo Rosso, and why online retail is in turmoil.

Designers are split on if next fall’s major theme will be a fresh perspective on stealth wealth or the idea of exceptional everyday pieces effortlessly pulled together?

How my customer service issue was finally resolved with a multi-vendor, luxury online retailer. Also, some stats on online shopping.

GAP hires Zac Posen, SWAIA announces its designer lineup, the ‘Enshittification’ of Tik Tok, synthetic diamonds, and Puppets & Puppets ignites discussion at NYFW.

Understanding how to resolve customer complaints quickly is necessary to retain customer loyalty and avoid damaging your brand.

AI and the art world continue to clash, plus the Osage costumes for Killers of the Flower Moon, a new Cristobal Balenciaga exhibit in the US and more.

The women’s Fall 2024 collections begin next Friday, February 9th; here is my short list of what to watch for throughout fashion month.

Fashion is about communicating the visual, so budgeting for seasonal shoots needs to be a non-negotiable for every brand - not just international ones.

Pantone’s Color of the Year is an about-face from 2023’s Viva Magenta. Get ready to see Peach Fuzz on the red carpet at the Golden Globes.

Farfetch’s near meltdown, 2023 fashion in review, decor trends for 2024, Gabrielle Chanel, and more December news worth the read.

The year that was 2023 has been tumultuous from the global economy to worldwide politics. And while fashion will continue to struggle next year, as cultural creatives what is most important is that we believe in our own creative vision.

Artisan crafts in Colombia, medieval armor redefined as jewelry, Salvador Dali’s home on the Costa Brava, and more November news worth the read.

Many fashion brands were struggling in 2023, and the year is ending in global political and economic uncertainty leaving everyone wondering what 2024 will have in store for us.

Phoebe Philo’s first collection, why the quality of high-end knitwear is terrible, Manolo Blahnik’s new archive project, generative AI, and more October news worth the read.

Spring 2024 trends ranged from a continuation of the stealth wealth and transparency trends to new ideas in layering, while also featuring a less upbeat and more restrained vibe.