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Celine Homme SS25: The Bright Young



Celine Homme SS25

I know it’s all about New York SS25 womenswear, but my head is in Paris SS25 menswear. Specifically Hedi Slimane’s latest Celine outing, ‘The Bright Young’. Shot in the manicured grounds of Holkham, Norfolk, Hedi Slimane is suggesting equally manicured, floppy-fringed, toff-chic in stripe-edged blazers, cashmere cricket whites, short shorts and red knee-high socks.

Some critics on The Fashion Spot complained that the English public* school sartorial references were too literal. But as someone around the same age as Hedi, I’d say it’s just an acknowledgement of an era you’re very familiar with and perhaps nostalgic for. (We could call it ‘Merchant-Ivory-core’). (more…)

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Quote of the Day: Véronique Nichanian



Veronique Nichanian Rob Report

“A beautiful fashion photo does not mean beautiful clothes.”
Artistic director of the Hermès men’s universe, Véronique Nichanian, Rob Report

It was a treat to read this profile of Hermès artistic director of the men’s universe, Véronique Nichanian in Robb Report. At 36 years and counting, she’s the longest-serving creative director in fashion who doesn’t have her name above the shop. Especially cute is her story of designing a striped cashmere rugby shirt for David Hockney. (more…)

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On my radar: Alexis Bittar



Where is the Alexis Bittar jewelled notebook line? Give me pens! Give me agendas! Fuck it, bring back Rolodexes! I know I’m not the only person living for the – frankly genius – Alexis Bittar Instagram miniseries*. The bite-sized antics of fictional ’upper east side terror and icon’ Margeaux Goldrich, hilariously observed vignettes that show the fashionista terrorising her revolving door of personal assistants, is a masterclass in Instagram marketing.

Each episode (can you call a minute-long clip an episode?) is brilliantly written and shot, then costumed – with accompanying ASMR audio – with statement Alexis Bittar necklaces, bangles, earrings and handbags. (more…)

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7 Arket essentials to get you through autumn



Arket AW24 cotton blend mac

Arket’s autumn newness has started filtering through and they have really nailed the transeasonal outerwear and knitwear. Lightweight merinos and fine-gauge cashmeres in neutral colours might seem boring, but trust me, they’re useful! The charcoal rib tank* is an easy layering piece while we’re still in the is-there-a-September-heatwave-or-not phase, while there are quite a few short sleeve knits to choose from, including this roomy short-sleeve roll neck* – so versatile with jeans, tailored trousers* or shorts, pencil skirts or even a suit. (more…)

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