Yohji Yamamoto will produce a line of co-branded bags, travel cases and accessories for Italian luggage brand Mandarina Duck that will be launched next spring.

Label change Mischa Barton has been chosen as the new face for French label Morgan. The ex-O.C. star currently works with US clothing label Bebe.

Air time

Italian label Gucci will broadcast its 2007 women's cruise collection live from the Penthouse at Milk Studios in New York. The show will be aired on Gucci's website on June 14, followed by an interview with creative director Frida Giannini.

Show stopper

Belgian designer Martin Margiela has been invited by the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture in Paris to show his latest collection of handmade clothes during the official couture shows, from July 5 to 8. Instead of a complete catwalk show, the designer is planning a static presentation.

Under cover

Lane Crawford has added a lingerie section to its Canton Road store, featuring designer and contemporary brands such as La Perla, Aubade, Lejaby, Cosabella, Dior, Donna Karan, Paul & Joe, Vanessa Bruno, DKNY, D&G and Elle Macpherson. Lane Crawford, Canton Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, tel: 2118 3428.

Tie in

Festival Walk celebrates Father's Day with a Tie Exhibition, featuring ties and bow-ties from 10 fashion brands, including Agnes b, Aquascutum, Brooks Brothers, CK Calvin Klein, DKNY, Dunhill, Tie Rack, Kent & Curwen, Marks & Spencer and Vivienne Westwood, From June 13 to 26, at LG2, Festival Walk, Kowloon Tong. Inquiries: 2844 2222.

Mini spinner

Hip boutique Sistyr Moon is holding an art exhibition featuring works by 20 artists based on the Hysteric Mini image. Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre, 7A Kennedy Road, Central, tel: 2521 3008. Ends June 11

Better Red

Instead of showcasing in Milan, Giorgio Armani will present his spring/summer 07 Emporio Armani women's show at London Fashion Week on September 21. The event coincides with the launch of his Red capsule collection. Armani is one of five brands participating in the Red initiative launched by singer Bono last December to raise funds to combat HIV/Aids in Africa.

Stellar bella

To celebrate the Italian Festival, IFC Mall will host an art display featuring collections and vintage pieces from 10 Italian brands, including A. Testoni, Francesco Biasia, I Pinco Pallino by Barocco, Locman, Patrizia Pepe and Tonino Lamborghini. There will be discounts on Braccialini and Locman items. IFC Mall, Central. Inquiries: 2846 6500. Ends June 11