It’s that time of year when we start to rotate our seasonal wardrobes: knitted dresses are replaced with airy frocks and heavy boots make way for lighter soles, thermals ditched for bikinis and woolly hats for sunglasses. Bags might not seem like an obvious choice for a summer refresh (aside from a good old holiday suitcase), but sunnier days allow for more delicate materials like suede, crochet and raffia, alongside feel-good pops of colour, to be introduced into our accessories arsenal. For the ultimate crop of summer bags, keep scrolling. . Summer nights Going “out-out” in summer is a lot more straightforward than in the cold months. Leaving your coat at home can only mean one thing: less is more. The only time that this formula falters? When it comes to rhinestones and sequins. Rosantica Crystal-Embellished...

“I reached out to Julia Fox’s team to set up a meeting about creating a look for her,” says Northern Irish designer Tara Hakin of the nail polish-themed outfit she made for the Uncut Gems actor last month. “It’s the first time I’ve ever done that – how she taps into contemporary pop culture is super interesting. Courtesy of Tara Hakin Long before Hakin was dressing the most feverishly watched fashion plates in the world in her figure-hugging tactile garments – Paloma Elsesser, Jorja Smith, Iris Law and Kourtney Kardashian are just a few of the famous faces who have been spied wearing items from her eponymous line this year – the 26-year-old Brighton University graduate knew her craftsmanship and perseverance would steer her in the right direction. “My drive and desire to design...

Photo: Courtesy of Masha Popova Photo: Courtesy of Masha Popova Last summer, Dua Lipa posed on a balcony wearing the Gen-Z top seen around the world. The piece was incredibly complex, with the bodice consisting of two hand-dyed and embroidered butterflies in a kaleidoscope of sweet blues, yellows, and purples. The look was created by Masha Popova, a graduate of Central Saint Martins who solidified her place in the industry not only with her buzzy–and Instagram-worthy—butterfly creations, but also her technique-driven denim. Along with Lipa, Kylie Jenner and Bella Hadid have also worn Popova’s designs. Popova first studied architecture and later segued into fashion design and enrolled at Central Saint Martins. (The piece that Lipa wore was actually from Popova’s graduate collection.) “[Fashion] is much...

Although resort collections rarely get as much attention as their fall and spring counterparts (and the corresponding fashion weeks), the pre-season is just as crucial to the fashion trend cycle, if not more so. The Row’s Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen proved that heartily when they debuted their latest resort offering during Paris Fashion Week fall 2022. The presentation marked the designers’ first show in two years and between the extra long sleeves, sharply pointed collars, and richly tailored layers, it was perhaps an harbinger of the innovative looks to come. Meanwhile, Chanel returned to its globetrotting presentations staging a show at the Monte-Carlo Beach Club in Monaco. For the cruise outing, Virginie Viard presented a collection that paid tribute to...

Remember the popcorn top? The scrunched-up, crinkled garment that looked like it would fit your Bratz doll but could actually fit everyone from your dog to your dad? Core memory restored. Well, it’s back. These magically-expanding, textured tops usually came in a scoop-neck, short-sleeve silhouette blanketed in an abstract mass of rainbow colors or a patchwork print. They could be found anywhere from your local Limited Too to the drugstore near your grandmother’s house, but this time around, they’ve upgraded with modern-day takes from brands and designers. The popcorn top’s inevitable return joins a nostalgic resurgence that includes butterfly clips, baggy and low-rise jeans, and platform flip-flops, to name a few. Emerging designer Chet Lo has gone viral for bringing back this quintessential texture...

Thursday, March 5 marked a commemorative day in Pratt history as Pratt Fashion presented its 121st annual runway show entitled "Homecoming," held in Building 77 at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. A display of 22 graduation senior's designs, the show honored The Cut's Editor-in-Chief, Lindsay Peoples Wagner, with the Pratt Fashion Visionary Award and Brooklyn native Dan Li with the Christopher Hunt “On Point” Award, a $5,000 prize carefully selected by industry professionals. Designer: Dan Li Pratt Fashion Professor Adrienne Jones presented the award to People's, celebrating her award-winning journalism and dedication to upholding representation promoting inclusivity in fashion and its surrounding industries. Jones, the institute's first tenured Black female professor, has taught in the Fashion Design department for over 25 years. Designer: Dan Li “My career in fashion...

Through the years, It-girls and It-bags have been committed to a long-term relationship. There was Princess Diana and the Lady Dior, Mischa Barton and the Chloé Paddington, Carrie Bradshaw and the Fendi Baguette, Alexa Chung and the Mulberry Alexa – the list goes on. Point is, It-girls make It-bags and vice versa, and that still holds true in present times. And, drumroll, there’s a new entry to the accessories hall of fame. World, meet Balenciaga’s Le Cagole. Looks familiar? Inspired by the brand’s noughties (h)It-bag – The City Bag – the style was religiously worn by the likes of Kate Moss and the Olsen twins. Le Cagole features some of the iconic hold-all’s signature features, from the flat metal studs to the...