Ever since fashion-branded hotels emerged in the early noughties, luxury labels including Bulgari, Armani and Versace have capitalised on the synergies between fashion and hospitality.

Hong Kong-based designer Johanna Ho behind Phvlo talks about making sustainability a fashion must-have

Christian Kimber, the British-born winner of Australia’s 2019 National Designer Award, has long had an eye for style, but only after relocating to Melbourne did he decide to launch his first collection.

China has become an important part of the British Fashion Council’s strategy, and it is hoping British brands can capitalise on evolving Chinese tastes; this month it will host its first series of events at Shanghai Fashion Week.

Look at Lee’s Instagram account and it’s all Hermes Birkins and Kellys, Van Cleef & Arpels jewels, and Patek Philippe watches, but she’s a doctor who put in 40-hour Hong Kong hospital shifts before opening a skin care clinic.

Online retailers are becoming more adept at using tech, such as AI and AR, to improve their customer experience. Think avatars that interact with shoppers and photo-based apps that allow users to find similar items online.

Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston, Penelope Cruz and Harrison Ford were among the guests to have enjoyed Anguilla resort. Then came Hurricane Irma, and a renovation that was much more extensive than planned.

British-influenced Izzue made history at London Fashion Week as the first label from Hong Kong to host a solo show in the city. As Roots is to Canada, so Izzue wants to represent the city’s style with its creative looks.

The Hong Kong designer reinterprets childhood memories for his playful jewellery line, BC Joaillerie

Belgian Glenn Martens, creative director of cult French streetwear label, designs eclectic looks intended for clients to personalise; fun, diversity and opulence guide his creations. Rihanna is a fan. He may be the next Virgil Abloh.

Collections by the likes of Madonna, Gwyneth Paltrow and Miranda Kerr are selling authenticity, says beauty industry insider. Customers identify with the stars’ lifestyles.

A number of smaller brands specialising in outerwear are aiming at a new fashion-savvy audience, with styles not just for skiers but for people looking for new experiences.

Chanel’s two latest products use flowers native to the southern French Alps in attempts to boost the skin from beneath the surface, while it is conducting research in China to uncover more plants that help fight the signs of ageing.

Bianca Spender on why she and fellow Australians are having their moment in the international fashion spotlight

Retinoids are scientifically proven to battle the signs of ageing quickly and effectively but can cause severe reactions. We talk to the experts on how they work and look at five of the best retinoid skincare products.

The demand for sustainable fabrics in the fashion industry is growing quickly. The H&M Foundation is helping young designers develop sustainable fabrics and materials for the future

Robert Tateossian launched his brand in 1990 after spotting a gap in the market. His cufflinks, bracelets and necklaces are now sold in 1,000 outlets in more than 70 countries.

From provenance to workmanship to the size of stone, there are many things to consider. Follow these tips from experts and you could find your one-of-a-kind piece.

Since launching in 2013, handbag label Kara has established itself as an edgy brand with a strong tie to China. Founder Sarah Law left Hong Kong to pursue her American dream.

If you’re done with giving material gifts, we have seven out-of-this-world experiences that will make perfect gifts this Christmas – creating bespoke shoes or eyewear, consulting a feng shui expert on your wardrobe, and more.

Korean-born, Paris-based Kiminte Kimhekim’s clothes are playful, unique and intended to make women feel sexier

Cheeky clutches, a cashmere bomber jacket, and life-enhancing bracelets among our selection – along with G. O. D’s limited-edition Hello Kitty silk scarves.

Etro, Italian fashion, homewares and furniture brand founded 50 years ago, is still family-run amid a wave of takeovers, and, says founder’s son Jacopo Etro, fabrics are still ‘at the foundation of everything we do’

The gifts include underwear, face rollers, leather stickers and eco-friendly totes. They are all stylish and on trend, but won’t break the bank.

The Objet Singulier brand combines architectural shapes and traditional lacquer craftsmanship with a modern vision

Some five-star hotels are going beyond the complimentary shampoo and collaborations with beauty companies. Here are five beauty lines that are worth taking home with you.

The renowned French fashion designer never trained to be a footwear designer. He has a teaching degree and had dreams of becoming a professional dancer.

British designer Emma Wallace, who recently opened her first store in Hong Kong, reveals why she decided to move to ‘Asia’s world city’

Los Angeles men’s streetwear is giving New York fashion a run for its money with casual looks. The city’s climate allows for a year-round style and its youth culture revolves around music, surf and skating.

Victoire Boyer Chammard, head of authentication for Vestiaire Collective, tells the best ways to verify goods are for real, especially as counterfeiting has continued to grow, mainly thanks to the rise of social media.