Keeping up with global fashion is hard, especially when there’s a fresh collaboration and a new creative director being appointed somewhere in the world every other week. To keep you updated with the latest musings of the sartorial world, we bring to you the ELLE fashion highlights that will present the important news. From new celebrity labels to fashion’s action towards environmental and social issues, the last 10 days were packed with some solid action, here are our top picks that you should know about.
1. Michael Kors Appointed A New CEO
Joshua Schulman and John D. Idol
Joshua Schulman, who was previously at Tapestry Inc, has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Michael Kors. Schulman will be succeeding John D. Idol, who will now be promoted as the Executive Chairman. “I am thrilled to have Josh join Capri Holdings as CEO of the Michael Kors brand. Josh is an outstanding leader with broad retail experience, industry depth and a proven track record of successfully operating and growing luxury brands,” said John in an official press release.
2. 7 Days Of India Couture Week Comes To An End
Designers Shane And Falguni Peacock With Their muse Shraddha Kapoor
Last week, the FDCI India Couture Week concluded with 19 of our leading designers showcasing their best luxury collections. Following the all-digital format, the design houses got creative with their fashion films as well as their rendition of the modern bride’s trousseau. While designers like Manish Malhotra and Anju Modi held on to their signature traditional style, couturiers Varun Bahl and Anamika Khanna pushed the envelope when it comes to Indian bridalwear. Speaking of breaking out of boundaries, designer duo Falguni Shane Peacock presented their film shot at Taj Mahal, Agra, which makes them the first and only designers in the world to ever showcase their line at the UNESCO World Heritage.
3. Iris Apfel Celebrated her 100th Birthday With A Makeup Collaboration
Iris Apfel In Custom Couture
Fashion’s favourite maximalist icon – Iris Apfel has now added a makeup line to her already overcrowded resume. In celebration of her turning into a centenarian, the living legend has partnered with makeup brand Edward Bess on a limited-edition collection of three products — a blush, lipstick and an eye shadow. It will be available on the Bess website and at the Peabody Essex Museum in Massachusetts, where Iris will be honoured.
4. International Labels Signed A New Accord To Protect Garments Workers In Bangladesh
Workers At A Factory in Bangladesh
The agreement created by Ready-Made Garments Sustainability Council (RSC) will be signed by fast fashion companies like H&M and Zara. Labels that are signing will have to commit to expanding general health and safety for workers beyond fire and building safety and human rights due diligence along with transparent supply chains will also be applicable.
5. Kylie Jenner Announced The Launch Of her Swimwear Lable Kylie Swim
First Look Of Kylie Swim
The makeup mogul and youngest billionaire Kylie Jenner is all set to expand her empire. Recently, the reality TV star took to Instagram to announce her latest venture. Beach vacations at exotic locations are a Kardashian-Jenner favourite holiday mood, and turning the sun-tanning hour into business, her new line will have risque bikinis, cutout swimsuits in ombre and other bright hues. The official drop date is yet to be announced, but Jenner is keeping her fans excited by constantly posting new snippets and sneak-peeks.
