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February News Roundup
Indie designer challenges, Kate Hawley’s costuming genius, the Loewe Craft Prize nominees, Hermès is going couture, and the return of the tactile and the human.
Craft vs. Couture
Maria Grazia Chiuri championed global artisans while leading the house of Dior, but in the end, the question of who benefitted remains.
The New Craftsmanship
As luxury brands face criticism for production and quality concerns, some are emphasizing craftsmanship as a core value.