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The last time Telfar Clemens spoke to Vogue Runway was in early 2022 backstage at his fall show, which coincided with the launch of Telfar TV, a live TV streaming channel that’s the designer’s answer to QVC. Prior to that, British Vogue interviewed Clemens at his studio following his spring 2020 debut at Paris Fashion Week.The fashion world has changed a lot since that conversation: short-form video content by way of TikTok has taken over the world, viral micro-trends toppled the traditional fashion cycle and Gen Z has redefined personal style. Telfar has changed, too.Beyond Telfar TV, the label stepped…

This article is part of a new series that will explore which fashion and beauty brands and startups are raising capital, how and why they caught the attention of their investors, and how both sides are navigating the new relationship.A well-crafted shirt, preferably one that’s made-to-measure, is considered an investment in a man’s wardrobe. London’s Savile Row stands as considerable proof: tuxedo, button-down, business or dress shirt, a wing-tip collar or a semi-spread, French cuff, single-button barrel cuff, or a cuff with mitered edges, are just some of the details that make up the perfect tailored shirt.

This article first appeared on Vogue Australia.IMG, the media company known for owning and operating Australian Fashion Week, has announced that it will no longer back the annual event, which takes place in Sydney each May.IMG Fashion Events & Properties has also announced it will no longer be facilitating the Australian Fashion Laureate, a ceremony that honours the best names in Australian fashion. It is now yet to be confirmed whether an Australian Fashion Week will take place in 2025 or when a new owner will be announced.“We are incredibly proud of IMG’s many accomplishments leading Australian Fashion Week for…

The musical is one of Broadway’s longest-running productions; it’s been performed since 2003. So, for existing fans, excitement about Wicked fashion will outlast the film’s buzz.Franks, for instance, designed with longevity in mind. “I’ve designed these pieces as ‘feel-good fashion’. They’re wearable artworks for unique, colourful spirits,” she says, adding that the Wicked pieces are designed just like any other Camilla piece. “They are handcrafted and never trend driven, made to be treasured forever and passed down from generation to generation.”Erivo and Grande at the WSJ Innovators Awards in Erdem and Vivienne Westwood. Photo: Taylor Hill/Getty ImagesBéis also designs with…

In the wake of the US election, the American Apparel & Footwear Association is revamping their approach to working with lawmakers.

In September, British label Labrum London became the first-ever brand to stage a fashion show at Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium. Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice walked the show alongside presenter Clara Amfo and rapper Ghetts. Players Riccardo Calafiori and Myles Lewis-Skelly watched from the pitch side, among the company of the fashion crowd and celebrities including presenter Reggie Yates, actor Micheal Ward and footballer-turned-broadcaster Eniola Aluko.Arsenal is, of course, not the only club exploring fashion. Designer Kenny Annan-Jonathan was appointed as creative lead at Crystal Palace last year, while Rhude founder Rhuigi Villaseñor was announced chief brand officer at Italy’s Como 1907…

Sign up to receive the Vogue Business newsletter for the latest luxury news and insights, plus exclusive membership discounts.Underneath the big blue whale at the American Museum of Natural History, the mood at the CFDA Awards last night was buoyant, a bit like a class reunion you’re actually excited to attend. At 8 p.m. on the dot, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand took to the stage to welcome guests for an evening celebrating American fashion. “Fashion is like a dream that you can live,” she said quoting Anne Hathaway’s remarks when she did the honors last year. “But what if there’s more than…

Chanel hosted its first runway show in Hong Kong in 18 years on Wednesday as it doubles down on growing its business in China amid a challenging market. The show featured the cruise 2024/25 collection, first presented in Marseille in May. But it was “more than just a replica”, says Bruno Pavlovsky, president of fashion at Chanel, speaking to Vogue Business ahead of the show. “It’s a way to engage what’s happening in Hong Kong with Chanel at the top level.”The brand presented two back-to-back runway shows at the Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI). Among the celebrities in attendance were…

Our Legacy is a unique label in the fashion landscape, known for high-quality menswear with intricate design signatures (an asymmetrical stitch here, an interesting bit of hardware there). Its hero items include its viral leather camion boots, plus minimalist outerwear and knitwear, all retailing at contemporary price points (€150-€1,500). The brand eschews the trend cycle and traditional fashion shows, instead preferring community events such as its pop-up market with retailer Slam Jam (SS24). This approach has allowed the label to maintain a die-hard fanbase and high growth over the last five years without falling victim to the hype cycle, flash-in-the-pan…

Republican nominee Donald Trump was elected to be the next US president this week, defeating Democrat Kamala Harris in an upset that has capped off a uniquely chaotic election season and has shifted American politics further towards the far right.The stakes were high, with women’s reproductive rights, LGBTQIA+ rights, immigration laws and climate change policy all on the line. Little has been published about Trump’s policy agenda for a second term, but his divisive rhetoric and track record have sent a chill rippling across the fashion industry. After months of advocating for people to get out and vote, as well…