Arriving at the show we were greeted by two friendly mascots, a tennis ball and an orange. We took our seats and were treated to more gifts, stickers that we can use on notebooks, water bottles, etc. It truly felt like Casablanca embraced the Japanese culture, small gifts for big happiness.
Read MoreInspired by Hélène Rochas’ legendary 20th-century ball, the collection blended archival reverence with playful irreverence. Think cocoon coats in plush crocodile-printed wool, sharp tailoring with heart-shaped sleeves, and dresses that rustled like unwrapped bonbons, each piece a nod to Marcel Rochas’ surrealist legacy.
Read MoreIt was a long walk to the show venue and I didn't feel like looking at my phone for directions anymore. It was like the universe heard my thought and sent me my very own white rabbit. I heard the clickety-clack of red leather heels, followed them up to a woman in a long overcoat and a large leather clutch. It was obvious that if I followed her, I'd surely arrive at the show.
Read MoreAbra drew inspiration from those small-town boutique trips with his mother, where "from Paris" labels sparked fantasies of cosmopolitan elegance. This season, he reversed the script, crafting garments that became those coveted imports.
Read MoreThis was my first encounter with SSTEIN, and I was utterly captivated by the intricacy and thoughtfulness of Kiichiro Asakawa’s designs. The collection was a masterclass in layering and interchangeability, every piece seemed to flow effortlessly into the next, creating a wardrobe that felt both cohesive and endlessly versatile.
Read MoreCan I please be a Ujoh girl? Ujoh is like Japanese Celine, I don't know how else to describe it. What the Celine girl is in France is what the Ujoh girl is in Japan. I have been watching this brand for years now, and every season I am in complete awe.
Read MoreI was just at the world's most fashionable block party, XULY.Bët SS25. Yes, that's exactly what it was. Traveled back in time to 1990s for the chicest block party in the world. Designer Lamine Kouyaté is known for being a pioneer in upcycling.
Read MoreShiatzy Chen, often hailed as the "Chanel of Taiwan," has once again proven why they're a force to be reckoned with in the global fashion scene. The SS25 collection is a masterful blend of Eastern aesthetics and Western silhouettes, creating a harmonious fusion that's both fresh and timeless.
Read MoreThe Palais de Tokyo, buzzing with anticipation..."Is that Ashley Graham?" I frantically texted Coco. He couldn't make it to the show but confirmed that my eyes were not deceiving me. She looked absolutely stunning in her ATLEIN ensemble. ATLEIN can make everything unbearably sexy.
Read MoreThis season, Loewe featured structured see-through silk chiffon dresses draped over garment cages, reminiscent of hoop skirts of yesteryear. And feathers, tons of feathers. The craftsmanship on all of the feathered pieces were just astounding.
Read MoreAs I sat there, watching the models glide down the runway, I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and excitement for how far this brand has come. It has been so exciting seeing this brand grow over the seasons. I have loved Niccolo Pasqualetti since his first showing at Paris Fashion Weeks a few seasons ago. To see his work evolve from artistic interpretations into something that is much more wearable and market ready is just amazing. Pasqualetti has never lost the artist in him.
Read MorePicture this: Me, racing through the streets of Paris, battling traffic like a woman on a mission. What should have been a breezy 35 minute jaunt turned into an agonizing hour and 9 minutes of pure frustration. As I finally arrived at the Faculté de pharmacie de Paris, my heart sank, the gates were closing right before my eyes. But we don't give up that easily, do we?
Read MoreWhat's a fashion show without a dash of excitement? Usually, those of us in Standing (no, I am not ashamed to be in Standing sometimes, it is what it is…) have an unspoken pact to play nice. But sometimes the claws come out! As I found myself mediating a tiff with a rather prickly attendee, I couldn't help but think, aren't we all here for the love of fashion?
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