https://www.scmp.com/rss/516296/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Annie Brown Annie Brown Whether you’re channelling “country club chic” or prefer Mrs Prada’s subversive take on a sporting kind of preppiness, the past few seasons it’s been impossible to miss the return of the polo shirt. There were cropped versions at Rabanne, buttoned-up ones at Miu Miu, luxe grey ones at Tommy Hilfiger, and quarter-zip versions at Matthieu Blazy’s Chanel Métiers d’Art show, staged in a New York subway station. Simone Rocha is another designer to put a unique twist on the polo, adding her signature... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3348380/polos-rebooted-how-ralph-lauren-chanel-and-taylor-swift-are-redefining-preppy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3348380/polos-rebooted-how-ralph-lauren-chanel-and-taylor-swift-are-redefining-preppy?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:00:10 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso One look at the queue for a Chopova Lowena sample sale feels a little like peeking inside a high school auditorium filled with an eccentric, yet effortlessly well-dressed congregation of cool girls and quirky kids. You’ll see fans united by their love for London’s most punk rock brand on the block, lining up for a chance to nab one of Chopova Lowena’s highly coveted carabiner skirts. You wouldn’t be mistaken for thinking they were queuing up for a celebrity sighting. But the passion of Chopova... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3348513/how-london-brand-chopova-lowena-and-its-cult-carabiner-skirt-came-be-interview?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3348513/how-london-brand-chopova-lowena-and-its-cult-carabiner-skirt-came-be-interview?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:00:13 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown If there is one look that encapsulates Jonathan Anderson’s vision for Dior it could well be Greta Lee on the cover of American Vogue wearing not one but two of Anderson’s deeply opulent military jackets. In this, Anderson contextualises the Napoleonic hussar jacket – highly decorative with frogging, gold buttons and embroidery and once worn by members of the cavalry during the era of the French emperor – into a desirable way of wearing clothes now. You could see this too in his first look for... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3347532/jonathan-andersons-military-jacket-reigns-dior-greta-lee-and-zendaya-salute-trend-too?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3347532/jonathan-andersons-military-jacket-reigns-dior-greta-lee-and-zendaya-salute-trend-too?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 29 Mar 2026 22:00:09 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Roger Vivier is one of the most celebrated shoemakers of the 20th century. The late founder of the eponymous label, now helmed by Italian designer Gherardo Felloni, was responsible for iconic creations such as the Belle Vivier and the Virgule, or comma, heel. Roger Vivier: Heritage and Imagination, a monograph published by Rizzoli, celebrates that storied legacy by highlighting five thematic “salons”: Le Salon de l’Héritage, Le Salon des Formes, Le Salon de l’Ornement, Le Salon de la Célébrité... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3347526/shoemaker-roger-viviers-forward-looking-vision-celebrated-monograph?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3347526/shoemaker-roger-viviers-forward-looking-vision-celebrated-monograph?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:16 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown Recently the sight of an editor friend’s vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Horsebit Clutch – in burgundy and looking like it had been swung about many a dance floor, cigarette burns and all – caused a bolt of unadulterated covetousness. It looked both chic and unbearably cool. Like Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen with their bashed-in Birkins in the mid-aughts, cool. Or Jane Birkin’s insouciance with her namesake bag, cool. Or really like any woman who slung a Chloé Paddington circa 2005 across the back of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3347701/why-worn-out-handbags-are-ultimate-status-symbols-vintage-gucci-dior-and-hermes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3347701/why-worn-out-handbags-are-ultimate-status-symbols-vintage-gucci-dior-and-hermes?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:00:09 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Ever since he created the now legendary Venetia in the early 2000s, New York designer Marc Jacobs has had the Midas touch with handbags. Today, the brand’s bag universe includes a range of must-have styles – from the legendary Stam, named after Canadian model Jessica Stam, and the tongue-in-cheek boxy The Tote Bag, to The Snapshot, a compact, camera-style silhouette with signature double-J hardware. The latest collection for spring 2026, Make Your Marc pays tribute to many of these iconic... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3347647/style-edit-marc-jacobs-celebrates-iconic-bags-make-your-marc?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3347647/style-edit-marc-jacobs-celebrates-iconic-bags-make-your-marc?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Mar 2026 02:00:13 +0000 Agence France-Presse Agence France-Presse US President Donald Trump’s love affair with the Chicago shoe brand Florsheim took over the internet last week, after it was reported that he had gifted several members of his cabinet with new shoes, particularly the brand’s black cap-toe Oxfords named The Lexington. The unusual gifts were first reported last week in The Wall Street Journal, which said Trump had given out pairs of Florsheim shoes worth US$145 – at times even guessing people’s shoe size in front of them. “It’s a nice shoe,” Trump... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3346877/all-about-florsheim-shoe-brand-has-caught-us-president-donald-trumps-fancy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3346877/all-about-florsheim-shoe-brand-has-caught-us-president-donald-trumps-fancy?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:13 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Luxury leather goods used to mean cumbersome trunks and outsized suitcases. Nowadays, though, with people living half their lives in transit, moving from hot desk to hotel and back again, a “status bag” means something different. For its 50th anniversary collection, alt luxe label MCM has released Icons Reinvented – a reworking of some of its best known pieces. It’s not so much a museum retrospective as a year‑long remix. Signature silhouettes – the Stark backpack, Liz shopper, Ella Boston and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3346462/style-edit-mcm-marks-50-years-reinventing-its-iconic-bags-era-smart-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3346462/style-edit-mcm-marks-50-years-reinventing-its-iconic-bags-era-smart-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:00:08 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Not everyone can pull off the double denim look, playfully known as the Canadian or Texan tuxedo. If you want to give it a try, you can find plenty of inspiration in a number of male celebrities, ranging from adventurous dresser Jaden Smith to the more understated Glen Powell. At the Louis Vuitton spring/summer 2026 women’s show in Paris in September last year, Smith rocked an oversized denim jacket worn with nothing underneath and paired with matching pants with a hint of the brand’s signature... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3344876/dare-you-risk-double-denim-kendrick-lamar-and-jaden-smith-show-how-its-done?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3344876/dare-you-risk-double-denim-kendrick-lamar-and-jaden-smith-show-how-its-done?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:00:27 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Right now there is no accessory quite as cool as a pair of high-top sneakers. The streetwear staple of the early 2000s – and earlier eras dating back a century and more – they give the wearer an energetic and bold look. Today the style is rooted in hip-hop and skate culture, but originally they were more functional: designed to support your ankles while playing basketball. Maison Margiela Future sneakers Stella McCartney Rasant 2.0 strap trainers Loewe Ballet Runner 2.0 high-top... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3343454/4-hottest-high-top-sneakers-loewe-chloe-maison-margiela-and-stella-mccartney?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3343454/4-hottest-high-top-sneakers-loewe-chloe-maison-margiela-and-stella-mccartney?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 16 Feb 2026 22:00:09 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Since joining Dior in April 2025, Jonathan Anderson has become creative director for all the maison’s lines – womenswear, menswear and haute couture – making his voice one of the most powerful in fashion today. Here’s a look at some of his first creations for the house, founded by Monsieur Christian Dior in 1946. PHOTOGRAPHY BILLY KIDD STYLING ARYEH LAPPIN PRODUCTION ABIGAIL NEWELL, ARDEN NAPOLI & ZOE HOFMANN PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANTS MATT ROADY & RICHARD ROSE DIGITAL TECH MICHELLE... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3342668/style-shoot-dior-creative-director-jonathan-andersons-first-womenswear-collection-brand?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3342668/style-shoot-dior-creative-director-jonathan-andersons-first-womenswear-collection-brand?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Feb 2026 02:00:10 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Established in 2018, Thai fashion brand Gentlewoman has rapidly ascended to become one of Asia’s hottest names thanks to its signature tote bag, now ubiquitous on the streets of Hong Kong and across the region. Along with co-founders Raya Wannapinyo and Siripa Rueangwutthisakulchai, Jitpon Siriwattanamathangkur helped steer the ship through economic uncertainties during the pandemic, emerging with a stronger and more successful business model based on timely, trendy fashion drops and hit... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3342628/how-thailands-gentlewoman-became-asias-hottest-fashion-brand?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3342628/how-thailands-gentlewoman-became-asias-hottest-fashion-brand?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Feb 2026 04:00:16 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter It’s been 130 years and the Louis Vuitton Monogram still reigns as one of fashion’s most recognisable symbols. What started in 1896 as a clever fix to stop imitators has become a global icon, appearing on everything from heritage trunks to everyday bags. In honour of this milestone moment, here are five fun facts about the LV Monogram you probably didn’t know. It’s not the maison’s only star canvas Before the Monogram took over the world, Louis Vuitton’s striped trunks were the must‑have of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3342587/style-edit-5-things-you-didnt-know-about-louis-vuittons-monogram?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3342587/style-edit-5-things-you-didnt-know-about-louis-vuittons-monogram?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:00:11 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown If you’ve ever wanted to look both booked and busy, effortlessly insouciant and a touch preppy – and definitely like a fashion person – then you really need to think about your jumpers. More specifically, how to wear them. The most recent fashion season, brimming as ever with new ideas, has breathed new life into an old one: the art of tying a jumper around your shoulders. Not only does it fit with the current trend for preppiness with a wink – from the peppy V-neck sweaters tied loosely around... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3341837/effortless-style-how-master-sweater-drape-gracie-adams-and-kendall-jenner?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3341837/effortless-style-how-master-sweater-drape-gracie-adams-and-kendall-jenner?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 07 Feb 2026 22:00:08 +0000 Zoe Suen Zoe Suen Sometimes, the seeds for fashion’s most compelling shifts are sown far away from runways and high-end ateliers. For Johanna Parv, the London-based independent designer whose namesake brand merges the worlds of cycling and luxury fashion, the impulse built as she traversed the city on two wheels, seeing the way people had to awkwardly manipulate their outfit to avoid, say, getting a suit trouser or skirt hem caught in their bike chain. “A lot of functional sportswear is historically designed by... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3340441/luxury-sportswear-having-moment-niche-brands-redefine-workout-fashion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3340441/luxury-sportswear-having-moment-niche-brands-redefine-workout-fashion?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:00:09 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney There is nothing quite as versatile as a pair of black leather gloves with subtle detailing and embellishments. Besides keeping your hands warm and protected, they’ll pair well with a great number of outfits and add a dash of dressiness to your look. Gucci Made in Italy, Gucci’s leather gloves (price on request) are lined in cashmere and feature the brand’s iconic horsebit motif in gold-toned hardware. The gloves have slits for ventilation and flexibility. Agnelle Agnelle’s Lena leather gloves... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3337475/perfect-black-leather-gloves-winter-channel-anne-hathaway-gucci-and-saint-laurent?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3337475/perfect-black-leather-gloves-winter-channel-anne-hathaway-gucci-and-saint-laurent?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 24 Dec 2025 22:00:08 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre From Bill Nighy’s lifelong love affair with John Smedley’s British knits to Etnodim’s fresh take on Ukrainian vyshyvanka embroidery, these pieces blend tradition with contemporary edge – think Ferragamo’s iconic Vara Bow pumps on Hyeri Lee and Jacquemus’ nautical-inspired Le Turismo bag. John Smedley British actor Bill Nighy has been a fan of knitwear house John Smedley since he was 17 years old. Now the two have partnered in the Bill Nighy for John Smedley collection, which features items such... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3337305/4-fashion-drops-worth-shopping-christmas-ferragamo-jacquemus?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3337305/4-fashion-drops-worth-shopping-christmas-ferragamo-jacquemus?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:00:12 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso What makes a truly powerful statement piece in fashion? For a growing number of designers today, the answer is avant-garde upcycling, a method as much about the subliminal messaging behind an item of clothing as the unusual materials being reused to produce it. Younger labels like Ellen Hodakova Larsson’s Hodakova and Dauphinette by Olivia Cheng have taken off thanks to bold, buzzy designs made with sustainability in mind – think statement pieces made out of everything from recycled and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3336455/listers-are-turning-heads-upcycled-looks-rose-blackpink-jenna-ortega?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3336455/listers-are-turning-heads-upcycled-looks-rose-blackpink-jenna-ortega?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:00:18 +0000 Joshua Hendren Joshua Hendren At this year’s Venice Film Festival, Dwayne Johnson revealed a new red carpet look, trading his usual muscle-hugging tailoring for something more refined. For the premiere of The Smashing Machine, the Rock’s newest biographical sports drama film based on the life and career of mixed martial arts and UFC champion Mark Kerr, the 53-year-old stepped out in a custom Prada suit – his first from the brand – cut in cool grey with a double-breasted jacket and softly draped trousers over a taupe shirt.... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3336064/why-men-large-muscular-builds-should-go-relaxed-cut-suit-dwayne-johnson-and-jason-momoa?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3336064/why-men-large-muscular-builds-should-go-relaxed-cut-suit-dwayne-johnson-and-jason-momoa?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 13 Dec 2025 22:00:11 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown Of all the beauty to be found in Matthieu Blazy’s axis-tilting debut for Chanel during Paris Fashion Week in October, the collaboration with the Place Vendôme shirtmakers Charvet was quite possibly the most resonant. For what better way to breathe new life into Chanel while staying true to its essential house codes and eternal origin story, than by looking to the wardrobe of Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel herself? Chanel was a regular customer of Charvet, which opened its doors in 1838. So too was her... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3336002/crisp-white-shirt-eveningwear-chanel-paris-fashion-week-anne-hathaway?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3336002/crisp-white-shirt-eveningwear-chanel-paris-fashion-week-anne-hathaway?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:00:10 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Shop this season’s buzziest buys for a truly festive feel, from a cosy Erdem jacket to accessorising with watch, sunglasses and more, all in suitably seasonal hues. Anteprima bag charm Ray-Ban sunglasses Erdem jacket Hermès watch Lito earrings Officine Universelle Buly soap holder https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334487/christmas-2025-gift-guide-white-and-gold-hermes-ray-ban-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334487/christmas-2025-gift-guide-white-and-gold-hermes-ray-ban-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 30 Nov 2025 22:00:18 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney The holiday season is well and truly upon us. Thankfully, our expertly curated gift guide is here to charm even the choosiest recipients on your Christmas list. From refined wardrobe essentials for the unfailingly well-dressed to little indulgences for the littlest ones, here are some of the finest gifts to give (or hopefully receive) this Christmas. Pomellato necklace Brunello Cucinelli scarf Jimmy Choo hair slide Aquazzura pumps Celine jacket Omega Constellation watch https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334074/christmas-2025-gift-guide-sparkling-presents-omega-celine-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334074/christmas-2025-gift-guide-sparkling-presents-omega-celine-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 29 Nov 2025 22:00:09 +0000 The Korea Times The Korea Times A floral quilted vest long seen as an unfashionable “grandma-style” item in Korea – commonly nicknamed the “kimjang vest” after the kimchi-preparing process kimjang, because older women often wear it while making kimchi in winter – is enjoying a surprising revival among young consumers as a trendy winter fashion piece. The trend gained further momentum after global K-pop stars such as Blackpink’s Jennie and Aespa’s Karina shared photos of themselves wearing the vest on social media, sparking... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334486/how-blackpinks-jennie-and-aespas-karina-are-helping-koreas-kimjang-vest-make-comeback?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334486/how-blackpinks-jennie-and-aespas-karina-are-helping-koreas-kimjang-vest-make-comeback?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:00:13 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney The holiday season is well and truly upon us. Thankfully, our expertly curated gift guide is here to charm even the choosiest recipients on your Christmas list. From refined wardrobe essentials for the unfailingly well-dressed to little indulgences for the littlest ones, here are some of the finest gifts to give (or hopefully receive) this Christmas. Uniqlo beanie Thom Browne pullover Furla bag Loro Piana cuddly toy Wheat dress Ugg Kids clogs https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334105/christmas-2025-gift-guide-childrens-looks-ugg-uniqlo-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334105/christmas-2025-gift-guide-childrens-looks-ugg-uniqlo-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 28 Nov 2025 20:00:10 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Are tote bags the new status symbol? Trader Joe’s seems to think so. The popular American grocery store chain is having a big year thanks to its US$3 mini totes, a product so popular the brand just dropped even tinier micro versions for a fraction of the price. But Trader Joe’s is far from the only company cashing in on the idea of toting around an accessory which feels, if not quite luxury, somewhat exclusive. From cult favourite bookstores like Daunt Books and Shakespeare & Company to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334061/8-viral-tote-bags-trader-joes-gentlewoman-and-emily-ratajkowskis-daunt-books-tote?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334061/8-viral-tote-bags-trader-joes-gentlewoman-and-emily-ratajkowskis-daunt-books-tote?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Think of a puffer jacket as a lightweight duvet you can wear, its technical down filling providing incredible comfort and warmth, depending on the thickness and the exact materials used. There are a plethora of styles to choose from too, with different lengths, fits and weights, and with or without embellishments such as pockets and hoods. Scroll on for our picks from major brands below. Burberry Burberry’s signature check pattern brings a distinctively different feel to its Check Ambleside... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334038/8-cosy-yet-stylish-down-jackets-just-time-winter-chanel-prada-louis-vuitton-moncler-lululemon-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3334038/8-cosy-yet-stylish-down-jackets-just-time-winter-chanel-prada-louis-vuitton-moncler-lululemon-and?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 25 Nov 2025 22:00:11 +0000 Bloomberg Bloomberg The euphoria surrounding Labubu toys is starting to resemble the boom-and-bust cycle that ended in the collapse of Beanie Babies in the 1990s, a warning sign for investors, a bearish analyst says. The hype over the sharp-fanged monster dolls is about to peak, and doubts about the next sales driver for owner Pop Mart suggest its shares have limited upside, said Melinda Hu, a senior research analyst for Asia consumer stocks at Bernstein in Hong Kong. “The scarcity, the hunt, the dopamine hit and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3333030/labubu-trend-over-and-could-pop-marts-twinkle-twinkle-take-its-place?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3333030/labubu-trend-over-and-could-pop-marts-twinkle-twinkle-take-its-place?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 17 Nov 2025 03:32:10 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown Loafers, worn by everyone from timeless style icon Cary Grant to “It” girls like Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner, have an interesting and somewhat disputed origin story. Depending on who you ask, they are attributed to Norwegian peasant fishers and farmers, or the moccasins worn by Native Americans. Brands such as Maine’s GH Bass, meanwhile, are credited with creating a new kind of loafer, the Weejun, in the 1930s and making it the must-have piece for Ivy League students. The “whale tail”... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3332343/why-loafers-chic-style-remains-favourite-gucci-prada-and-miu-miu-presenting-their-takes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3332343/why-loafers-chic-style-remains-favourite-gucci-prada-and-miu-miu-presenting-their-takes?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 15 Nov 2025 22:00:12 +0000 Joshua Hendren Joshua Hendren When Pete Davidson arrived at the Los Angeles premiere of his latest film, The Pickup, he did so in a Sergio Tacchini tracksuit, a look that felt both unexpected and perfectly timed. Once a fixture of tennis courts and 1980s street style, the Italian label has re-emerged as part of a broader revival. Sportswear names that slipped from view are being rediscovered, their retro, preppy edge striking a chord with a new generation eager for heritage brands that get to feel fresh again. Tacchini’s own... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3331715/how-old-school-sports-brands-are-making-fashionable-comeback-reebok-fila-and-kappa?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3331715/how-old-school-sports-brands-are-making-fashionable-comeback-reebok-fila-and-kappa?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:00:13 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso For such a simple garment, the cape – worn over many centuries by Roman emperors, medieval knights and present-day royalty – carries a lot of weight. “Humans through time have understood that it makes a wonderful frame for the body,” says Nancy Deihl, a fashion historian and chair of the department of art and art professions at New York University. “Since a cape is basically an untailored or unsewn piece of cloth, it has infinite possibilities.” With a little help from horror, fantasy and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3331419/why-capes-are-coming-back-such-distinctive-accessory-worn-blackpinks-jennie-and-kim-kardashian?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3331419/why-capes-are-coming-back-such-distinctive-accessory-worn-blackpinks-jennie-and-kim-kardashian?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:00:14 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown From Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in her signature “ropes and ropes” of faux pearls to Dua Lipa performing at London’s Wembley Stadium in custom Swarovski sparkles, costume jewellery has always made maximum impact. Kenneth Jay Lane, hailed as the “king of costume jewellery” in his day, is a case in point. His bold pieces certainly transformed modes of glamour and aspiration, with his creations worn by the likes of Elizabeth Taylor and Audrey Hepburn as well as Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3330913/coco-chanel-dua-lipa-how-costume-jewellery-became-symbol-empowerment?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3330913/coco-chanel-dua-lipa-how-costume-jewellery-became-symbol-empowerment?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 02 Nov 2025 14:00:09 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Designer hoodies are a perfect blend of comfort and sophistication, and can be styled with almost anything in your wardrobe, from a pair of jeans to a chic, oversized blazer. Here are some of the irresistibly cosy pieces we’re coveting right now. Moncler This padded, zip-up hoodie (US$1,995) from Moncler is fully reversible. Loro Piana Concocted from luxurious cashmere, Loro Piana’s Mersey hoodie (US$3,320) is available at Mytheresa. Max Mara We love the comforting cotton jersey that goes... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3330845/justin-bieber-loves-hoodies-here-are-4-designer-ones-team-luxury-casual-chic?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3330845/justin-bieber-loves-hoodies-here-are-4-designer-ones-team-luxury-casual-chic?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Oct 2025 22:00:11 +0000 Bloomberg Bloomberg Although it took until October, fall has finally arrived in New York City – and the finance set has broken out their Barbour jackets. A Northeastern US preppy tradition that stretches back – like so many do – to Britain, Barbour apparel can trace its heritage to 1894, when Scotsman John Barbour launched a business selling oilskins to sailors and fishermen who worked in the rugged weather of northeastern England. In the 1930s, the brand’s outerwear became a standard uniform for motorcyclists and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3330220/why-well-worn-fashion-such-barbour-jacket-having-moment-gen-z-and-millennials-alike?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3330220/why-well-worn-fashion-such-barbour-jacket-having-moment-gen-z-and-millennials-alike?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Oct 2025 10:00:14 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso With Halloween just around the corner, we’ve compiled the trendiest costumes to keep an eye on this season, as inspired by the biggest shows, celebrities and pop culture moments this year. From K-pop girl group-inspired costumes for you and your best friends (Huntrix from KPop Demon Hunters, obviously!) to pink and green ensembles inspired by the Land of Oz in Wicked, we’ve got you covered. Think like a showgirl When it comes to putting together a Halloween-worthy costume that still looks cool,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3330076/halloween-costume-ideas-2025-taylor-swifts-showgirl-vibe-kpop-demon-hunters?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3330076/halloween-costume-ideas-2025-taylor-swifts-showgirl-vibe-kpop-demon-hunters?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 24 Oct 2025 10:00:14 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney The bag charm craze isn’t going away any time soon. These designer iterations – dangling embellishments and miniature icons such as a cowboy boot and a woven pineapple – add a playful touch to your favourite carryall or beach tote. Match the ornament to the accessories to show true brand loyalty or mix it up for a more eclectic look. 1. Prada Prada’s cord and leather charm (US$840) features a snap hook and ring, so you can easily attach it to one of the brand’s carryalls. It’s detailed with a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3329945/4-colourful-designer-bag-charms-louis-vuitton-prada-chloe-and-martha-calvo?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3329945/4-colourful-designer-bag-charms-louis-vuitton-prada-chloe-and-martha-calvo?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 23 Oct 2025 22:00:10 +0000 Joshua Hendren Joshua Hendren In fashion’s shifting vocabulary, “quiet luxury” has emerged as a shorthand for refinement without ostentation, the idea that true elegance lies not in conspicuous logos, but in the subtler pleasures of cut, texture and ease. Though the term has gained popularity in recent years – fuelled by TikTok virality and the success of the HBO phenomenon Succession – certain Italian labels were fluent in this language long before it entered the mainstream. Beyond giants such as Loro Piana, Zegna and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3329902/roots-italian-quiet-luxury-aspesi-fedeli-and-barena?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3329902/roots-italian-quiet-luxury-aspesi-fedeli-and-barena?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Oct 2025 21:00:09 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter If you had to choose one handbag that symbolises the timeless elegance, precise craftsmanship and innovative style of the Italian brand Prada, it would be the Galleria. Since it was first launched in 2007, this must-have icon has been carried by the likes of Kate Middleton, Gigi Hadid and Hailey Bieber, and has become synonymous with the brand’s storied legacy and DNA. Named after Prada’s first historic boutique in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the Galleria may pay tribute to its... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3328527/style-edit-scarlett-johansson-stars-pradas-galleria-bag-surrealist-short-film?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3328527/style-edit-scarlett-johansson-stars-pradas-galleria-bag-surrealist-short-film?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Oct 2025 02:12:45 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa From the likes of Lionel Messi and Bad Bunny sporting women’s watches to A$AP Rocky’s pearl-studded hair barrettes and Harry Styles casually sporting a string of pearls, men of the 21st century are no longer limiting themselves to traditionally male accessories. Their latest pick? The highly coveted Hermès Birkins and Kellys beloved by celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Victoria Beckham. Most recently, Dune star Timothée Chalamet was spotted out and about with a fresh buzz cut and a bright... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3329371/man-birkin-timothee-chalamet-travis-kelce-and-travis-scott-love-hermes-birkin-and-kelly?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3329371/man-birkin-timothee-chalamet-travis-kelce-and-travis-scott-love-hermes-birkin-and-kelly?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 17 Oct 2025 22:00:17 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Leather has always played a starring role in the history of luxury brands, from Hermès’ beginnings as a saddle maker, to Prada’s first collection of leather handbags launched in 1913. With a luxe feel yet also durable, this functional material has long been prized for its beauty and versatility, making it the perfect foundation for a range of items from luggage to small goods and accessories. While leather goods are available across various price points, a small group of luxury brands have taken... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3328937/signature-leathers-and-luxury-brands-shaped-them-louis-vuitton-chanel?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3328937/signature-leathers-and-luxury-brands-shaped-them-louis-vuitton-chanel?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 14 Oct 2025 20:00:10 +0000 Francesca Fearon Francesca Fearon At the haute couture shows in Paris in July, bejewelled handbags generated buzz by marrying fashion and precious gemstones to create the ultimate accessory. Exquisite conversation pieces, they are a fresh and delightful way to showcase beautiful stones. Buccellati presented three one-of-a-kind clutch bags drawn from signature archival shapes and embellished with rich embroidery and gemstones. “The idea came from an exhibition last year in Venice featuring pieces from our archive and that... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3328331/gucci-hermes-and-bulgaris-gem-studded-bags-redefine-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3328331/gucci-hermes-and-bulgaris-gem-studded-bags-redefine-luxury?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 11 Oct 2025 22:00:08 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Japanese brand Onitsuka Tiger is well known among fashion circles thanks to its iconic Mexico striped sneaker, which is loved by celebrities like Bella Hadid, Kaia Gerber and of course Uma Thurman, who donned a pair in Tarantino’s legendary 2003 film, Kill Bill. More recently the brand has started to make headlines with its ever-growing ready-to-wear collections that blend its sportswear heritage with a youthful, genderless approach. Unveiled recently at Milan Fashion Week, the spring/summer... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3327996/style-edit-onitsuka-tigers-urban-fantasy-mixes-sportswear-heritage-genderless-chic?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3327996/style-edit-onitsuka-tigers-urban-fantasy-mixes-sportswear-heritage-genderless-chic?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Oct 2025 02:00:09 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso For over 15 years, Hong Kong-based NGO Redress has been paving the way for a more circular fashion economy in the region, raising awareness of environmental issues and spearheading a number of initiatives aimed at combating clothing and textile waste. Now it’s brought that advocacy all the way to the United Nations in New York, where founder and CEO Christina Dean moderated a panel on September 20, joined by young designers from around the world who are leading the charge when it comes to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3327590/redress-takes-circular-fashion-advocacy-un-spotlighting-asias-role?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3327590/redress-takes-circular-fashion-advocacy-un-spotlighting-asias-role?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:35:23 +0000 Annie Brown Annie Brown When it comes to iconic fashion moments, the coat has had more than its fair share of time in the spotlight. How else to explain the enduring appeal of the Burberry trench coat, which traces its roots back to 1879, the year gentleman’s outfitter Thomas Burberry created the breathable, waterproof fabric gabardine? Or any of the Michael Kors for Celine coats in The Thomas Crown Affair (1999), or Kate Hudson’s shearling coat in Almost Famous (2000)? The look remains eternal inspiration for wannabe... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3327376/memorable-coats-and-people-who-made-them-famous-rihanna-queen-elizabeth?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3327376/memorable-coats-and-people-who-made-them-famous-rihanna-queen-elizabeth?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 01 Oct 2025 19:00:10 +0000 Bloomberg Bloomberg Matt Remick, Seth Rogen’s character on the Emmy juggernaut The Studio, may be the harried, in-over-his-head new overlord of the fictional Continental Studios, but his wardrobe epitomises LA backlot cool. Forever trying his very best to appear like he knows what he’s doing, Remick wears a steady stream of well-cut suits in groovy near-neutrals (mustard, burnt umber, cream). Remick may not be able to bring back artful cinema to Hollywood, but he nails the “powerful creative” look in no small part... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3326363/studio-streets-why-double-breasted-suits-are-making-comeback?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3326363/studio-streets-why-double-breasted-suits-are-making-comeback?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 22 Sep 2025 07:30:07 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney For its bold autumn/winter 2025 collection, which was unveiled in Milan in February, Italian fashion label Gucci reached all the way back to the bewitching silhouettes of the 1960s and 70s for some inspiration – think backless tops, metallic fabrics and exaggerated pussy-bow accents. This year also marks the 70th anniversary of Gucci’s Horsebit 1955 bag. The timeless emblem appears on a host of new accessories this season, from carryalls to statement jewellery. The Gucci Siena small shoulder bag... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/article/3325706/style-shoot-guccis-bold-autumn/winter-2025-collection-enchants-dramatic-silhouettes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/article/3325706/style-shoot-guccis-bold-autumn/winter-2025-collection-enchants-dramatic-silhouettes?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 19 Sep 2025 02:00:13 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Earlier this year Kim Kardashian sparked a social media frenzy when she sauntered down the Met Gala carpet in a sexy two-piece, black crocodile-like leather ensemble. As usual, her outfit generated plenty of conversation online – but not because fans were mixed on whether she followed the theme (“Superfine: Tailoring Black Style”). Instead, they were intrigued to know more about the brand that created the look, with the credit going to Los Angeles-based Chrome Hearts. The elusive label is one of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3324869/cult-classics-5-under-radar-luxury-brands-watch-chrome-hearts-jacques-marie-mage?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3324869/cult-classics-5-under-radar-luxury-brands-watch-chrome-hearts-jacques-marie-mage?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:00:25 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso If “no wearing white after Labour Day” sounds exclusionary, arbitrary and even a tad elitist, that’s probably because it is. Historically, the fashion faux pas was a marker of social class rather than style. As the story goes, white-clad upper-class families used to take off to their countryside holiday homes for the Labour Day holiday weekend in the US. It was only the working class – who rarely wore white after the summer – who stayed behind in the cities, meaning white would rarely be... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3323859/how-wear-white-all-year-round-beyond-labour-day-andrew-garfield-and-lily-collins?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3323859/how-wear-white-all-year-round-beyond-labour-day-andrew-garfield-and-lily-collins?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:00:12 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Designer Raechel “Rae” Temily tells me a funny story about how her eponymous womenswear brand came to be. “A year before I launched, I was wearing one of the very first prototypes of a [Temily] jumpsuit and ended up in the elevator with Gabriela Hearst,” she remembers. Her creation caught the designer’s eye and elicited praise – leaving Temily in disbelief. “I just froze like such an idiot. I’m so star-struck, standing in an elevator with another woman who’s paying attention, and I automatically... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3321962/australian-designer-raechel-temily-speaks-frankly-about-making-it-fashion?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3321962/australian-designer-raechel-temily-speaks-frankly-about-making-it-fashion?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 16 Aug 2025 22:00:12 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney The tones may be muted but these Fendi silhouettes, from a house that this year turned 100, are guaranteed to sing in any setting. Then add these Boucheron jewellery pieces to turn the volume up another notch. PHOTOGRAPHY PABLO FREDA STYLING JOANNE M. KENNEDY MAKE-UP ANNA SADAMORI USING LAURA MERCIER HAIR SIMON CHOSSIER NAILS DELPHINE AÏSSI FASHION ASSISTANT AMÉLIE RICHART FASHION & PRODUCTION ASSISTANT CLAUDIA JULIA SCHERGEN DIGITAL & LIGHTING ASSISTANT FRANÇOIS MAGNOSI CASTING... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3320152/style-shoot-timeless-fendi-fashions-topped-boucheron-quatre-collection-jewellery?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3320152/style-shoot-timeless-fendi-fashions-topped-boucheron-quatre-collection-jewellery?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 01 Aug 2025 02:00:11 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre This summer, fashion gets a fun and colourful twist. Tory Burch and BonBon have teamed up for some candy-inspired collabs in baby blue and pink. If Choos are more your shoes, Jimmy Choo has a line of sparkling jelly sandals to get you to the beach or the boutique in easygoing style. And as fashion isn’t just for your feet, Jellycat’s summer-themed plush toys are exactly the sort of covetable doodad to dangle from your bags for the perfect playful vibe. Tory Burch x BonBon Fans of all things... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3317243/3-fun-summer-drops-we-love-tory-burch-jimmy-choo-and-jellycat-are-all-keeping-it-light-and-casual?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3317243/3-fun-summer-drops-we-love-tory-burch-jimmy-choo-and-jellycat-are-all-keeping-it-light-and-casual?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 10 Jul 2025 21:00:08 +0000