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The reality TV star had faced widespread criticism from those accusing her of disrespecting Japanese culture: ‘our traditional garment is not spandex’ -
Maria Grazia Chiuri collects Légion d’honneur hours after her latest haute couture show
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Innovative small labels are at the cutting edge of ethical fashion, and the wider industry is taking note
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Retailer becomes latest to be hit by high-street slump as sales fall 3%
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The Portuguese-born, Paris-based designer is best known for his previous role as the creative director at Lacoste -
The Guardian’s fashion reporter and photographer found the strongest looks being paraded at this year’s festival
Shopping
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From on-trend florals to one-pieces made from recycled materials ... make a splash in our pick of the best swimwear this season -
Geometric heels give this season’s sandals an arty edge, while flatties step out in style. Here’s our pick of the looks that stand out -
This summer, the tank top is the building block of your wardrobe. More dressed up than a T-shirt, it is the perfect partner for jazzy separates
Opinion
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Luxury fashion brand bids to reverse flagging fortunes with booze and a band. But is it trying too hard? -
What’s hot and what’s not in fashion this week -
The frontrunner to be prime minister has been spotted seemingly wearing the same pair for more than one day. It may be environmentally friendly – but is it hygienic? -
On the red carpet, on Instagram, even in Mothercare – corsets are everywhere. What is behind the disturbing trend for ‘waist training’?
The shows
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From established names to newcomers, see the fashion houses from the French showcase that have an extra je ne sais quoi -
In his second menswear show since becoming creative director at label, the designer nodded to Saturday Night Fever and collaborated with artists including David Kramer -
The 31-year-old designer’s first collection looked to the travels of house founder Jeanne Lanvin for inspiration
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Classic items projected into mid-21st century in a collaborative effort -
Monogrammed Eiffel towers and crepe stands framed Virgil Abloh’s flowery collection -
Men’s spring/summer collection featured Futura prints and cult streetwear
News
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Shares rise more than 45% as investors are won over by US firm’s sustainability message -
Gwyneth Paltrow takes brand back to where it all began – with tickets going for up to £4,500 -
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These brands have cut the environmental impact of both product and packaging, without compromising on quality -
Arabella Chi has been identified on the online retailer Asos wearing a range of maternity clothes – and a prosthetic pregnancy stomach
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From floral crowns to woollen doughnuts, hats are sweeping the catwalks and sales are up on the high street. Here’s the heads up on the trend -
Perfect for boybands and catwalks – but what about the real world?
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Milano’s melting pot: the fashion capital plays host to the menswear shows -
A nostalgic trend could be just the thing for wannabe captains of the Brexit ship -
Whether you’re dressing up or down, the polo shirt is the perfect versatile piece for any wardrobe -
Many British men struggle with what to wear come the summer Here’s how to look cool during the hottest months
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27 June 1988 The fact is that high fashion is, and always has been, a surrealist movement
Regulars
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This summer, the tank top is the building block of your wardrobe. More dressed up than a T-shirt, it is the perfect partner for jazzy separates
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The Fashion SS19
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The editor-in-chief of American Vogue talks to Jess Cartner-Morley about Michelle Obama, fake news and only spending 20 minutes at parties -
Step into formation and take inspiration from the Observer fashion editor’s pick of the best belt bags, jumpsuits and trenchcoats for the new season -
What women wear has always been part and parcel of sexual politics. But, 18 months after MeToo was born, has fashion’s centre of gravity moved away from sex?
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Want to be prepared this season? From belt bags to rain-ready gear, high-fashion has stylish answers for all eventualities -
The Italian director who also made Call Me By Your Name on how costumes are integral to a character, and how much they influence wider culture – just look at Saturday Night Fever ... -
Fashion loves a meme. What better way to bring a sense of humour to the once po-faced world of fashion. But with some labels now designing clothes for this very reason, what is it like to become one?
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