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Professionals in a luxury fashion house working on supply chain logistics and AI integration, highlighting crucial roles beyond design.
Behind the Seams

What Are Key Roles in Luxury Fashion Houses Beyond the Creative Director?

Despite its glamorous facade, the luxury fashion industry quietly grapples with a severe talent shortage.

Marcus Thorne·July 21, 2026
A fashion stylist carefully curates a Patrick Kelly dress in a vintage atelier, emphasizing the crucial role of stylists in shaping designer legacies.
The Archive

What is the role of stylists in fashion history and designer legacies?

In February 1985, Patrick Kelly's groundbreaking first commercial collection exploded onto the pages of French Elle, a pivotal moment for a designer whose career would be tragically cut short just fiv

Marcus Thorne·July 16, 2026
Kenyan fashion designers' bold creations worn by diverse models, symbolizing a new era of global style influence and cultural fusion.
Culture Edit

Kenyan designers dressing A-listers, challenging fashion norms.

Last year, a single dress from Nairobi-based designer Amiirah Kassem, worn by a Grammy-winning artist, generated more social media buzz than all legacy European brands combined at that same event.

Javier Rojas·July 14, 2026
Crumbling luxury conglomerate building facade under a stormy sky, symbolizing the sustainability crisis in the luxury goods market.
Market Watch

Luxury conglomerates' global expansion faces sustainability crisis by 2026.

The global personal luxury goods market has nearly tripled its profits over the past five years, a remarkable financial surge.

Marcus Thorne·July 9, 2026
A fashion influencer showcasing a product on social media, with a subtle visual representation of environmental waste in the background, highlighting the cost of celebrity endorsements.
Market Watch

Celebrity Social Media Posts Skyrocket Fashion Brand Value, But At What Cost?

At a major fashion brand, a single Instagram Reel from a celebrity influencer can cost upwards of $50,000.

Javier Rojas·July 7, 2026
Exemplar Luxury Group's new corporate headquarters symbolizing financial recovery and a focused future after Saks Global's bankruptcy.
The Well-Lived Life

Exemplar Luxury Group charts new course after Saks bankruptcy

After shedding nearly 75 percent of its debt, Saks Global has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy as Exemplar Luxury Group, a move reported by the New York Post that heralds a leaner, more focused futu

Beatriz Almeida·June 27, 2026
A successful fashion agent in a modern office, surrounded by screens displaying successful brand launches, symbolizing their new role as brand builders and moguls.
Behind the Seams

What Are Fashion Agents Doing Now To Build Brands?

In 2023, a single fashion agent, known for discovering supermodels, launched three successful direct-to-consumer beauty lines.

Marcus Thorne·June 20, 2026
Milan Men's Fashion Week street style scene with models and attendees amidst historic architecture, reflecting a dynamic fashion landscape.
Runway Report

Milan Men's Fashion Week Faces Challenges Amidst 16 Shows

This season, Milan Men's Fashion Week features 75 events, including 16 physical runway shows.

Priya Sharma·June 19, 2026
A fashion stylist meticulously curates outfits amidst a vibrant studio filled with fabrics, mood boards, and clothing racks, showcasing their creative process.
Behind the Seams

What are the contributions and creative process of fashion stylists?

A single session with a personal stylist can cost anywhere from $150 to $500, according to SocialGarb .

Marcus Thorne·June 18, 2026
Melanie Moreno modeling as a plus-size figure at Miami Swim Week, with a backdrop of speculative social media comments and trending hashtags.
Runway Report

Melanie Moreno's plus-size modeling photos spark online debate

In 2023, video footage of 'Love Island' contestant Melanie Moreno modeling as a plus-size figure for Miami Swim Week resurfaced, immediately sparking widespread online speculation about her recent wei

Akio Mori·June 13, 2026
A celebrity stylist orchestrating a red carpet look in a luxurious dressing room, showcasing the meticulous process behind high-profile fashion.
Behind the Seams

Social media has made celebrity stylists box office draws.

The quiet hum of a dressing room, the rustle of silk, the precise placement of a brooch – these meticulous moments, often playing out behind the velvet ropes and flashing lights of a premiere, now car

Marcus Thorne·June 9, 2026
Fashion PR professionals in a modern agency meeting, discussing a shift towards trust-based, slower advertising strategies for deeper consumer connection.
Behind the Seams

Fashion PR Shifts From Transactions to Trust in 2026

By 2026, fashion marketers are slated to pivot dramatically, embracing 'slower advertising' and thoughtful creative risks instead of their traditional rapid-fire campaigns.

Marcus Thorne·June 9, 2026
Aspiring high fashion stylist meticulously arranging fabric swatches and mood boards in a sunlit studio, preparing for a career in the fashion industry.
Behind the Seams

How to Become a High Fashion Stylist in 2026: A Complete Guide

Before even attending their first class, aspiring high fashion stylists must purchase specific workshop materials—an immediate, hands-on financial commitment.

Marcus Thorne·June 7, 2026
A symbolic collision between the fast-fashion giant Shein and the sustainability-focused brand Everlane, highlighting the clash of their business models.
The Archive

Shein Acquires Everlane: A Sustainability Clash

Everlane, once lauded for its commitment to sustainability, is being sold to fast-fashion giant Shein for $100 million, primarily to absolve its $90 million in debt, according to CNN .

Akio Mori·May 22, 2026