Haute couture is quintessentially Parisian. It was founded in the quarter around rue de la Paix where Charles Frederick Worth established a dressmaking salon in 1858. His workshop was among a host of small businesses dedicated to the art of dressmaking and fashion, from embroiderers and feather workers to makers of buttons, shoes and gloves.

From his early teens, Lebanese-born designer Ziad Nakad knew that he wanted to work in fashion. Fascinated by eclectic fabrics, sheer embroidery and unconventional beading, Nakad designed gowns for his family and friends to wear. Encouraged by this genuine success, the talented young man decided to explore and embrace the art of dressmaking, and went […]

From Linda Farrow’s ground-breaking 1970s styles, which made eyewear truly fashionable, to today’s modern and bespoke labels, such as Ace & Tate and Cubitts, chic opticals have become essential accessories. Take a look at our guide to the must-have brands and their new collections for this season.

The thriving fashion scene in Spain has gifted the world with luxury names such as Loewe and Manolo Blahnik, as well as newer brands carving out a niche of their own such as Bimba & lola. Take a look at our guide to the must-have Spanish fashion brands to have in your life (and in […]