New York Fashion Week is embracing a surprising change—designers are moving away from revealing styles and highlighting more modest, structured silhouettes. This fresh wave of conservatism proves that elegance and sophistication can redefine glamour, showing that covered-up fashion can be just as daring and expressive.
Dublin Independent Fashion Week, now entering its third year, will feature around 60 emerging and established designers presenting immersive shows that combine art and performance. Highlights include a unisex bridal line, life-drawing fashion, sustainable showcases, workshops, pop-ups and charity auctions.
Thailand’s elephant pants, originally designed for comfort and adorned with traditional motifs, became popular among backpackers and tourists over the past decade. These inexpensive, lightweight trousers now represent both casual style and a tourist rite of passage, reflecting local craftsmanship and global demand for culturally inspired apparel.
London Fashion Week opened with a vibrant mix of fresh student creations, sustainability-focused collections, and celebrity appearances. The event highlighted emerging voices in fashion alongside eco-conscious innovation, setting the stage for a week where creativity, responsibility, and glamour come together on the global style platform.
London Fashion Week is positioning itself as more than a showcase of style, seeking to reaffirm fashion’s role as a vital driver of the UK economy. Organizers hope the event will spotlight creativity, attract global attention, and reinforce the sector’s importance in fueling growth and innovation.