German fashion designer, photographer and creative director who revitalised Chanel
Chanel’s new collection under Blazy expands the house’s symbols with smocked tweed and flexible tailoring, proving luxury can evolve while preserving its identity. The show traces Coco Chanel’s journey from constraint toward freedom, embodying a balance between tradition and change across 83 looks.
Britney, the Edinburgh-bound sketch duo of Clive and Robertson, has two fringe shows this year: Holy Mackerel! and a Robertson-penned play Jitters. They balance high-profile TV work with live theatre as their careers expand across the Atlantic.
Sir Paul Smith marks his 80th birthday with Threads: My Life in Style, reflecting on a career built on curiosity, patient growth, and hands-on leadership. Interviews reveal a designer who values real shops, personal connection, and careful stewardship of his brand as fashion evolves.
AP News coverage outlines Chanel’s revival under Blazy, Dior’s refined tailoring under Anderson, and Stella McCartney’s sustainability push, framing the season as a contest between tradition and modernity with an emphasis on wearability and responsible materials.