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Fibre2Fashion
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fibre2Fashion
18% more designers, iconic brands to return to LFW 2025
The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced the provisional schedule for London Fashion Week (LFW) September 2025, taking place from September 18-22. This season sees an 18 per cent increase in designers showing on schedule, reflecting a renewed focus from chief executive Laura Weir on cultural relevance, global competitiveness and meaningful support for talent. Amongst the strategic changes introduced for this season are the waiving of show fees for designer members showing physically on the main schedule and a doubling of investment in the LFW guest programme, supported by the department for business and trade, to welcome an expanded cohort of international press, cultural commentators and buyers to London. The British Fashion Council announced the London Fashion Week schedule for September 18-22, featuring an 18 per cent increase in participating designers and a strong focus on cultural relevance and global competitiveness. Key highlights include waived show fees for designers, and the highly anticipated return of iconic brands like Burberry, Roksanda, and JW Anderson. The schedule reflects a designer-first approach: ambitious, purposeful and rooted in the creative energy that defines the city, the BFC said on its website. London icons Burberry, Erdem, Emilia Wickstead, Simone Rocha and Roksanda return to schedule, with Roksanda celebrating the brand's 20th year, alongside long-standing talent incubator Fashion East, which marks its 25th anniversary. This season, JW Anderson will host a special evening event in collaboration with the BFC to celebrate the brand's relaunch. BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund winner Conner Ives will show this September, alongside cult label Chopova Lowna who will return to the LFW schedule. The line-up also includes; Ahluwalia, Harris Reed, Labrum London, Marques' Almeida, Paolo Carzana, Patrick Mcdowell, Richard Quinn, Talia Byre and Tove. BFC NEWGEN designers to showcase physically and digitally include Aaron Esh, Aletta, Charlie Constantinou, Ewusie, Johanna Parv, Karoline Vitto, Kazna Asker, Liza Keane, Louther, Lueder, Octi, Oscar Ouyang, Pauline Dujancourt, Steve O Smith, Tolu Coker, The Ouze, The Winter House and Yaku. Bridging culture and commerce, LFW will also feature retail-led activations, with stylist Harry Lambert launching a Disney X Zara collection at Selfridges, and H&M which is returning to the schedule with 'The London Issue' catwalk. In a significant moment of cultural exchange, celebrated Indian designer Anamika KHANNA will make her LFW debut, reflecting the BFC's new commitment to international collaboration and hosting global talent. Other catwalk debuts include Dreaming Eli, Kseniaschnaider and Rory William Docherty. Kyle HO, Lucila Safdie and adaptive fashion brand Unhidden will also make debuts this season with standalone presentations. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RR)
Condé Nast Traveler
6 days ago
- Business
- Condé Nast Traveler
What It's Like to Fly in Air New Zealand's New Business Class
'Is this the new plane?' the man in seat 1K asks the flight attendant, who is dressed in a well-tailored, deep purple Emilia Wickstead uniform. 'That it is,' she says with a happy little curtsy. 'It's quite nice,' is the man's initial review—we've only just boarded, after all. I'm one row behind in seat 2K, and finding Air New Zealand's business class cabin to be quite nice as well. It's mid-June 2025 and my second trip aboard this newly-retrofitted 787-9 Dreamliner, the first of its kind to get such a nose-to-tail makeover. It first took me to Auckland ten days prior direct from New York-JFK—on that flight, I rode Economy Skycouch—and now the time has come for me to make my return by way of Vancouver. For this 13 hour sojourn, I get to sit in Business Premier. These seats have a new angle and layout to allow for increased privacy and space. My neighbor in 1K has it even better as he's scored a Business Premiere Luxe ticket, with a larger bed and a door that fully closes. I'll be alright, though. Below, find the details of Air New Zealand's new business class product. The Auckland Airport experience This bit is not a new product: When you arrive in Auckland as a Business Premier customer, check-in (including bag check) is expedited and conducted in a private suite that's hard to miss at the airport's entrance. The lights are dim, the airline's signature deep purple soothes from all sides, and before you know it your luggage has been sorted and you're heading through the fast lane of security. The airport lounge, too, is not new, but has all the modern amenities you could need: showers, hot food, a full bar.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Sounds Air slashes Christchurch flights amid soaring costs
Despite high bookings, Sounds Air is reducing two regional services because to "out of control" costs. Beginning at the end of September, the airline will no longer provide flights from Blenheim to Christchurch or Christchurch to Wānaka. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category PGDM CXO Design Thinking Healthcare Project Management Digital Marketing Data Science Cybersecurity MCA Others Leadership Finance Degree Artificial Intelligence Public Policy healthcare Operations Management Management Data Analytics Data Science others Technology MBA Product Management Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis & Decision Making Quantitative & Analytical Skills Organizational Management & Leadership Innovation & Entrepreneurship Duration: 24 Months IMI Delhi Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Online) Starts on Sep 1, 2024 Get Details That came after it sold an aircraft and cancelled its routes from Wellington to Westport and Wellington to Taupo in December of last year. Also read: Air New Zealand new uniform, designed by Emilia Wickstead and inspired by Maori story Andrew Crawford, managing director of Sounds Air, said Nine to Noon that the survival of all smaller airlines was in jeopardy due to rising prices, supply chain issues, and a weak New Zealand dollar. Live Events "We've had an additional half a million dollars in annual expenses placed on the company in the last three months, and eventually you have to say enough. "We simply cannot accomplish it," he stated. Rather, the company will concentrate on its primary area services, selling its five Pilatus aircraft and growing its fleet of Cessna Caravans that fly in and around the Cook Strait. Employee shortage blamed Ten employees from the Wānaka and Christchurch locations will lose their employment as a result of the decision. Crawford claimed that even while they were transporting more people than before, they had run out of alternative ways to make the business work, the expenses were extremely high, and it was hard to locate and retain engineers. One of the necessary avionic parts cost $28,000 before COVID, but the company was now spending $70,000 on it. "To make it work, how many seats must be sold on a nine-seat aircraft? It isn't feasible. Also read: Air New Zealand faces backlash over rising airfares He admitted that consumers were already paying more for flights, stating that since COVID, tickets have increased by more than 20% and that an additional 20% increase would still not be sufficient. Loss of over $300k due to air fare price increases He also claimed that the company will lose about $300,000 annually as a result of the Civil Aviation Authority's recent increase in the passenger service charge. "From where should we obtain that? We just must do that to the travelling public. Months after being instructed to apply for the regional infrastructure fund, he said, they had contacted the government multiple times without success and were informed that the company did not fit the requirements. Crawford stated that he was concerned about what would happen to the several area residents who utilised the flights to obtain medical care. Relief for employees priority According to him, the shift was somewhat of a relief because of the tremendous strain on the company, employees, and shareholders. With the company's renewed emphasis on the Cook Strait, he expressed confidence in its future, stating that it was far more sustainable. Also read: Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran to quit as airline industry faces tough challenge "The figures that we are witnessing are simply astounding. We used to fly in and out of Nelson four times a day; on Friday, I believe we flew twelve. People are flying, there is a need, and maintaining these planes is less expensive.
Refinery29
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Refinery29
Summer 2025's Tastiest Colour Trends — From Pistachio To Cherry
As the sun beams down and temperatures rise, we're reaching for our lightest and brightest pieces. While summer typically calls for vibrant colours, this season there's a fresh emphasis on powder pastels and zesty hues. And as predicted, many of 2025's top colour trends are officially having their moment. From sorbet nails and sardine prints to Mocha Mousse tones, the fashion food craze is going strong. Now, a full-colour feast — from pistachio green to clementine orange — is being served across summer staples. Designers like Sergio Hudson and Emilia Wickstead showcased cotton candy pink on their spring/summer 2025 runways, while labels like Quince and Hill House Home have plucky shades like sky blue on offer. Meanwhile, fashion influencers are declaring cherry red the new 'tomato girl summer' shade (unsurprisingly, we're here for it). holiday looks, work 'fits, wedding guest attire, and more.
Elle
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Kate Middleton's Best Wimbledon Looks Ahead of Her 2025 Appearances
Kate Middleton has had some of her best fashion moments at Wimbledon. As patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club since 2016, the Princess of Wales has made her love of tennis known by attending the annual event year after year. She often saves her brightest, boldest colors for the tennis tournament, standing out sartorially in the Royal Box. British labels like Emilia Wickstead and Roksanda are among her favorites for the occasion along with fashion-favorite Alessandra Rich. Her polka dot selections from the London-based Italian designer remain among the royal's most striking dresses. What is equally exciting about Kate at Wimbledon is her reactions. While most royal occasions call for steely disposition, Wimbledon allows Kate to move from spectated to spectator. She smiles, has her hands on her face, and makes as many 'oohs' and 'aahs' as anyone else there. With the 2025 Championships beginning on June 30, Kate is set to traverse the steps into the Royal Box again. Last year, following her cancer diagnosis and treatment, she was welcomed with a lengthy standing ovation. And the same sort of reaction is likely for Wimbledon 2025, too. While the world waits for the games to start, here's the Princess of Wales's best Wimbledon looks so far. The Princess of Wales was greeted with a round of applause when she arrived in the Royal Box at Centre Court wearing a purple Safiyaa dress. She chose a green Roland Mouret dress to present Carlos Alcaraz with the winner's title. A citrus Self-Portrait skirt suit for the 13th day of the 2023 Championships. She chose sunshine yellow by Roksanda, a dress she wore first during a trip to the Caribbean. She chose a navy polka dot dress by Alessandra Rich for the final day of the 2022 Championships. Attending with her husband, Prince William, Kate looked especially fashion forward in a blue polka dot Alessandra Rich dress styled with slingback stilettos and a Mulberry bag. She paired her perfect blowout with a forest-green Emilia Wickstead dress and white pumps. In 2021, she chose a blush-pink Beulah dress. Kate stepped onto Centre Court in baby-blue Emilia Wickstead dress to give Novak Djokovic the winner's trophy. She wore dark-green Dolce & Gabbana dress with gold button detailing to watch the women's finals with her sister, Pippa Middleton, and sister-in-law, Meghan Markle. Kate arrived with her sister-in-law, Meghan Markle, in tow and wore a printed tea dress and carried a Dolce & Gabbana bag. Kate had a true garden dress moment in a white look from Catherine Walker. The then-Duchess of Cambridge opted for a nature-inspired A-line dress from Alexander McQueen in 2016. Kate stood out in a fitted red dress from LK Bennett and curtain bangs alongside William at the 2015 Championships. Kate joined William in the Royal Box for the men's singles finals during day 13 of the tournament in 2014, wearing a teal and green print dress from Jonathan Saunders. Kate went for a nautical look from Alexander McQueen for the 2012 Championships. Kate and William attended day seven of Wimbledon in 2011, Kate wearing a white pleated tiered dress from Temperley London. Attending with her friends, Kate Middleton wore a brilliant white dress with a black cardigan.
