From New York to Paris and up to Moscow, the Spring/Summer 2026 fashion weeks were bursting with fresh beauty ideas — bold, subtle, playful, and expressive all at once.
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The fashion cycle is a relentless, ever-spinning wheel, yet every few seasons, a truly unexpected trend emerges to capture the zeitgeist. This year’s trend seems to be the Showgirl.
Grace Wales Bonner’s rise continues as she takes on one of fashion’s most anticipated roles.
Owning luxury fashion has long been seen as a symbol of wealth, but its true value extends beyond price. These pieces represent a blend of heritage, expert craftsmanship, and creative expression.
Paris Fashion Week SS26 came and went in a whirlwind of colour, creativity, and pure fashion joy. From barely-there sheers to puffed-up bubbles and hip-slung lows, designers gave us a season that felt like a breath of fresh air.
The Spring/Summer 2026 season saw African models take over global runways with power and poise. From history-making moments to viral events, they didn’t just strut — they defined the season.
The future of fashion is African, and the world is finally taking notice. The BoF 500 Class of 2025 honours a new generation of visionaries whose work is shaping style, culture, and creativity across continents.
Black creative directors bring with them a rich tapestry of lived experiences, cultural narratives, and aesthetic perspectives that have historically been excluded from mainstream fashion. Their leadership challenges Eurocentric ideals of beauty and taste, injecting authenticity, innovation, and global relevance into legacy brands. By redefining storytelling, representation, and audience engagement, Black visionaries are not only diversifying the luxury fashion industry, but they are also building its future.
From Saint Laurent’s star-studded show beneath the Eiffel Tower to Stella McCartney’s surprise opening act, Paris Fashion Week SS26 is a season where the city reaffirms its power to honour heritage while boldly scripting what comes next.
October’s Elevate & Illuminate presents the opportunity to embrace the gentle freedom of being exactly who you are.
