Karlie Kloss, the globally recognised supermodel, entrepreneur, and investor, marked a powerful milestone in her philanthropic journey the 10-year anniversary of her nonprofit initiative, Kode With Klossy (KWK), with an inspiring event in her hometown of St. Louis.

At just 15 years old, Kloss began exploring the world of coding after encountering tech founders during her modelling career. A brief but eye-opening two-week boot camp in New York revealed something deeply troubling: she was one of the only women in the room. That experience planted the seed for what would become Kode With Klossy, a movement designed to equip teenage girls with skills to thrive in the tech industry.

A Decade of Impact

Since its inception in 2015, KWK has served over 11,000 young women across 99 countries, offering free summer coding camps, mentorship, and resources for aspiring technologists. Over three-quarters of the U.S.-based KWK alumni have gone on to study computer science or engineering in college — a stark contrast to the national average of just over 21% of women earning computer science degrees.

This May, Kloss returned to her roots, hosting a celebratory event at Energizer Park’s Ultra Club alongside Chrissy Taylor, CEO of Enterprise Mobility. The event brought together over 150 attendees, including current KWK scholars, alumni, tech partners, and community supporters.

Kloss emphasized how essential community has been in sustaining KWK’s growth. “This isn’t just about teaching girls to code. It’s about building confidence, creating networks, and unlocking opportunities that might have otherwise seemed out of reach,” she told the crowd.

Launching “City of the Future”

As part of the celebration, Kloss unveiled a visionary initiative called City of the Future. This multiyear plan is focused on creating sustained, year-round tech education and mentorship in St. Louis for current KWK scholars and alumni.

The initiative will collaborate with local high schools, colleges, youth organizations, and civic leaders. It will also involve a new partnership with World Wide Technology, one of the region’s major tech employers, to help bridge the gap between education and career opportunities in the field of technology.

“St. Louis is home. And with City of the Future, we’re investing not just in the girls — but in the future of this entire city,” Kloss said.

Giving Back Amid Disaster

The event took place shortly after a devastating tornado hit the greater St. Louis area on May 14, killing five people, injuring dozens, and causing more than $1.6 billion in damage. In response, Kloss and her family delivered donations to victims through the O’Fallon Park YMCA. During the KWK celebration, she publicly pledged her support to the St. Louis Community Foundation Tornado Response Fund, committing to both immediate relief and long-term rebuilding efforts.

Her words reflected deep personal commitment: “This city shaped who I am. In moments like this, we have to show up — not just with words, but with action.”

A Proud Nerd’s Fashionable Legacy

Though globally famous for her modeling career and magazine covers, Kloss has always described herself as a “proud nerd.” She shared with the St. Louis audience that she once aspired to follow in her father’s footsteps and pursue medicine after falling in love with science at Webster Groves High School.

Kloss’ interests have evolved beyond fashion, expanding into venture investments and media. Alongside her husband Josh Kushner, she co-founded Bedford Media, which now owns legacy properties like Life Magazine and i-D. She has also backed companies at the intersection of fashion and tech, such as Bods and MmErch.

Local Love and Recognition

The evening also highlighted local talent. Fashion designer “Q” of the Q Ambition label, known for dressing NFL stars like Patrick Mahomes, was invited to craft a custom St. Louis SC jacket for Kloss, celebrating her contributions and hometown pride.

Additionally, the Saint Louis Fashion Fund reminded students of the upcoming Susan Sherman Fashion Scholarship, a $5,000 award open to Missouri-based undergraduates pursuing fashion disciplines. Winners will be announced at the “Fashion Futures” event on July 31.

Looking Ahead

Ten years in, Kode With Klossy is no longer just a nonprofit  it’s a movement. With the City of the Future initiative and a deep commitment to her roots, Kloss is proving that fashion, tech, and community can powerfully intersect. As she continues to invest in the next generation of women in tech, one thing is clear: Karlie Kloss isn’t just building brands  she’s building futures.

A constellation of stars including Natalie Portman, Rosamund Pike, Alexandra Daddario, Ashley Park, Sarah Catherine Hook, and Deva Cassel descended on the historic Villa Albani Torlonia in Rome for the highly anticipated Dior Cruise 2026 Ready-to-Wear show. Set in the grand 18th-century residence, the event unfolded with timeless elegance as guests arrived dressed in black and white — Dior’s chosen palette for the evening — just moments before rain clouds rolled in over the Roman skyline.

The show marked another powerful visual and cultural moment under the creative direction of Maria Grazia Chiuri, who continues to blend fashion with heritage and storytelling. The villa’s spectacular gardens served as both stage and muse, transporting attendees into a dreamscape where past and present collided.

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Natalie Portman, long a Dior muse, floated through the gardens in a soft, structured silhouette that married old-world charm with contemporary chic. Her presence captured the evening’s quiet grandeur. Dressed in ethereal white, she mirrored the elegance of the villa itself — graceful, poised, and eternal.

Rosamund Pike, also a Dior ambassador, embraced the atmosphere with equal reverence. Having visited Teatro della Cometa earlier that day — a Roman theater being restored under Chiuri’s guidance — Pike praised the creative restoration effort. “Theaters are places of dreams and creativity,” she said. “To see one restored to its glory and reopened to artists and music is incredibly exciting.”

Pike, who narrates audiobooks such as The Wheel of Time, spoke about the solitude of storytelling. “If you do an audiobook, you must imagine it fully to help the listener see it too. That’s a beautiful thing — to share imagination,” she reflected. Her words resonated with the evening’s mood: a private world crafted by Dior’s imagination, shared with a global audience.

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Red Carpet Meets Roman Classicism

Alexandra Daddario, known for her role in The White Lotus, looked radiant in a Dior gown that channeled vintage glamour. “I love a dress code,” she said. “It makes things easier and adds a sense of belonging — like being part of a theatrical company.”

Sarah Catherine Hook, her co-star, echoed that feeling. “The all-white theme is stunning. Being here in this garden, it feels like a dream. I feel like a vintage princess,” she said with a smile. Hook also praised The White Lotus creator Mike White for steering the series into cultural icon status. “With him at the helm, we always felt in good hands,” she said.

Ashley Park, who rose to fame through Emily in Paris, brought a youthful energy to the event while still embracing the elegance of Dior’s vision. “White is a timeless color — just like Dior,” she said. “It’s fresh, it’s classic, and it’s perfect for a garden show.”

Also gracing the event was Deva Cassel, daughter of Monica Bellucci and Vincent Cassel, whose presence signaled Dior’s embrace of rising European icons. Her refined style and poise aligned perfectly with the brand’s blend of youth, heritage, and femininity.

Dior’s Theatre of Dreams

Earlier that day, several attendees visited Chiuri’s ongoing project: the revitalization of Rome’s Teatro della Cometa. For Chiuri, the theater is more than a structure — it’s a metaphor for what fashion can be: a space where stories unfold, identities are explored, and communities connect.

Rosamund Pike captured that sentiment beautifully: “With a dress code, we’re all part of a production. It’s theatrical, and it brings everyone into the same story.”

Indeed, the night felt like a live performance — guests as players, the villa as the stage, and Dior as the unseen director pulling every aesthetic thread together.

With the Villa Albani Torlonia gardens transformed into an open-air runway, Dior Cruise 2026 became more than a fashion show. It became a masterclass in curating presence, art, and storytelling. Each look told a tale. Each guest was part of the narrative. And as rain finally began to mist the air, it only made the evening feel more cinematic — like the final scene of a classic film.

As the fashion world constantly chases newness, drama, and headline-making creative shakeups, Missoni is opting for something much rarer: calm evolution. In the Resort 2026 collection, creative director Alberto Caliri doesn’t scream for attention—he whispers with elegance, continuity, and depth.

Having spent over two decades at Missoni before being handed creative reins in 2021 (and again in 2024 after Filippo Grazioli’s departure), Caliri knows the brand like a well-worn cardigan—comfortable, storied, and essential. His latest collection leans into this familiarity with pieces that feel both timeless and freshly relevant, reflecting the idea that fashion can evolve gently and still feel exciting.

The Resort 2026 line doesn’t attempt to reinvent Missoni’s iconic visual language of zigzags and vibrant hues. Instead, it refines and repositions it for today’s intergenerational audience—those who may have inherited Missoni pieces from their mothers or picked them out of vintage bins in Milan and LA. This season, the Missoni wardrobe feels more like a shared cultural artifact than a seasonal drop.

At the heart of the collection is a sense of effortlessness. Knit polo shirts, reminiscent of grandfatherly staples, have been cleverly transformed into sleek minidresses. ‘60s-inspired silhouettes with subtle tailoring updates walk the fine line between playful nostalgia and modern elegance. Ankle-length dresses with an easy, breezy grace embody the relaxed glamour that defines the new Missoni woman—comfortable in her skin, yet quietly commanding attention.

Caliri’s mastery lies in his ability to keep things fresh without abandoning the past. Cashmere cardigans come alive with 3D knit techniques, creating texture without bulk. Finely knit skirts and dresses shimmer with Lurex thread or tiny sequins subtly woven into the fabric. These are not statement pieces that demand the spotlight; they are clothes designed to be lived in, to become favorites you reach for again and again.

And yet, the standout moments are those where Missoni stretches just a little outside its comfort zone. A long-sleeved dress in a diagonal knit motif pays homage to the brand’s DNA without relying on its famous zigzags. The reintroduction of the archival Oriental Garden print is both nostalgic and refreshing, appearing on fluid dresses and relaxed bowling shirts. Perhaps the most modern gesture is a knitted bomber jacket paired with matching shorts—a fresh take on a summer suit that’s as appealing to Gen Z as it is to their mothers.

Throughout the collection, Caliri subtly introduces a bourgeois elegance, one that feels like a wink to the house’s heritage rather than a revival. There’s a softness to everything—nothing is overworked. Even the shimmer of Lurex and sequins is quiet, embedded, not flashy.

This strategy of “subtle shift” over “sudden shock” may not grab the most headlines in an industry obsessed with viral moments. But it speaks volumes to Missoni’s true audience those who value craftsmanship, consistency, and the slow burn of understated beauty.

With this Resort 2026 collection, Caliri proves that Missoni doesn’t need to scream to stay relevant. All it needs is someone who understands the language of its legacy and how to speak it fluently in today’s fashion dialect. Caliri is doing just that, cooking up quiet luxury with the confidence of a seasoned chef who knows exactly which ingredients to let shine.

In the end, Missoni Resort 2026 isn’t about chasing trends. It’s about elevating the everyday wardrobe with pieces that bridge generations and transcend seasons proof that elegance, when served with ease, never goes out of style.

Dior, Chanel & Prada Dazzle at Cannes 2025 Finale, and despite the power may have gone out, but the stars didn’t stop shining. As Cannes faced a citywide power outage that paralyzed restaurants, shops, and even Wi-Fi, the 78th Cannes Film Festival found its own light  quite literally  in the glow of haute couture and red carpet glam.

At the heart of the chaos, the Palais des Festivals stood tall and radiant, powered by generators, ensuring the closing ceremony went on without a hitch. In a bold reminder that “the show must go on,” festival organizers confirmed, “The Palais des Festivals has switched to an independent power supply, allowing all scheduled events and screenings, including the closing ceremony, to proceed under normal conditions.”

But outside the Palais? It was a scene right out of a film  cafes accepting only cash, boutiques shuttered, and guests navigating the French Riviera with no phone signal. Even at the luxury Hôtel Martinez, stylists prepped celebrities using phone flashlights as makeshift beauty lights. The Cannes spirit, however, proved unbreakable.

Stars Who Lit Up the Dark

Juliette Binoche, jury president, broke away from her Dior streak with a statement-making custom Prada look  a midnight-blue beaded skirt paired with a cropped bomber jacket from the Re-Nylon collection, finished off with Chopard hoops and a punchy white tee. She zhuzhed up her sleeves like a true rebel with a cause or in this case, couture.

Halle Berry made waves in Dior Spring 2025 Couture, donning a striking lace column gown featuring gray wool curlers embroidered into the sleeves an edgy contrast to her radiant elegance. Fellow Dior muses included Alba Rohrwacher, twirling in a bubblegum pink pouf skirt, and Leila Slimani in intricate gray and gold lace. Together, they made Dior’s presence on the jury red carpet a masterclass in modern femininity.

Jeremy Strong, always suave, closed out his Cannes chapter in a custom smoky blue tuxedo by Lanvin’s Peter Copping — a sleek nod to the brand’s Fall 2025 runway. Style met strategy as Strong remained faithful to his Loro Piana vibe throughout the festival but knew when to switch gears.

Then came the showstoppers.

Elle Fanning floated onto the carpet in a dream-like pale blue Chanel silk crepe gown, topped with a sweeping embroidered tulle skirt. The piece took over 400 hours to complete, anchored by a black velvet bow and Cartier jewels. It was ethereal  and unmistakably Chanel.

Cate Blanchett, there to present the Palme d’Or, was breathtaking in custom Louis Vuitton and high jewellery that turned heads, even in the dimmed lights of Cannes. A true fashion chameleon, she owned the red carpet with signature poise and purpose.

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Winners Amid the Wonder

The glamour wasn’t just skin-deep. At the core of the evening were stories that moved hearts and sparked conversation.

The Palme d’Or was awarded to Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi for “It Was Just An Accident,” a stirring exploration of fate, family, and forgiveness. Marking his comeback after years of political turmoil, the film’s quiet intensity mirrored the emotional weight of his real-life journey.

The Grand Prize went to Joachim Trier’s “Sentimental Value,” starring Elle Fanning, Stellan Skarsgård, and Renate Reinsve, offering a poignant look at fame, family, and fading legacies.

In a rare tie, the Jury Prize honored both Oliver Laxe’s desert rave apocalypse and Mascha Schilinski’s time-spanning farm-based female narrative “The Sound of Falling.”

An Ending Worthy of the Screen

Even without power, Cannes proved once again that cinema like fashion  thrives on resilience, imagination, and spectacle. Whether draped in Dior or striding through darkness with flashlights, the stars didn’t just attend the closing ceremony  they owned it.

Because at Cannes, glamour doesn’t wait for the lights to come back on.

The fashion retail landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, thanks to the rise of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) and visual search technology. These cutting-edge tools are redefining how consumers discover, experience, and purchase fashion, moving away from text-heavy browsing and toward inspiration-driven, hyper-personalised shopping journeys.

At the forefront of this evolution is Glance, a tech start-up led by Naveen Tewari, the mind behind mobile advertising unicorn InMobi. Tewari envisions a fashion world powered not by simple browsing but by smart algorithms and AI-driven avatars that replicate a shopper’s likeness and preferences with uncanny accuracy.

From Search to Discovery: A New Shopping Paradigm

“It’s a new way of shopping,” says Tewari. “We think of it as a shift from traditional browsing to inspiration-led discovery.” His app, Glance, offers a uniquely immersive experience. Users upload selfies and input basic information such as age, ethnicity, and body type into the app. Then, using two decades of retail data and powerful GenAI models, Glance suggests clothing tailored to each individual.

But this isn’t just a list of products. The app generates a personalized avatar that models the suggested outfits, offering users a near-real-life preview of how they’d look in each piece. If users like what they see, they can tap through to any of Glance’s 400+ retail partners to complete their purchase.

And the engagement speaks volumes. In early trials in the U.S., the app garnered 1.5 million users, with over half logging in weekly, and a significant portion beginning purchase journeys directly from the platform. “The level of engagement is nuts,” Tewari remarks.

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Beyond Fashion: A Broader Vision for AI-Powered Shopping

Glance’s ambitions don’t stop at clothing. The company plans to expand into verticals like accessories and home furnishings, tapping into the same AI infrastructure and user-driven design. Its open architecture allows for seamless integration with smartphones and smart TVs, transforming everyday devices into AI-driven commerce portals. “We turn phones into AI phones and TVs into household commerce devices,” Tewari says.

With partnerships already in motion and integration in consumer electronics underway, Glance is targeting 50 million users over the next year—an ambitious goal, but not unrealistic given the traction so far.

The Rise of Visual Search in Retail

Glance’s approach is part of a wider movement toward visual search replacing text-based retail navigation. This transition is driven by consumer behavior and technological maturity. According to Zion Market Research, the global visual search market is expected to grow from $35.5 billion in 2023 to over $150 billion by 2032. “Visual search is a brilliant cross-selling tool that shows visually analogous products,” analysts note.

Retail giants are already capitalizing on this. Amazon enables shoppers to upload images and find lookalike items instantly. Ikea and Target offer visual preview tools that let users see furniture in their own living spaces before purchasing. These features don’t just simplify shopping—they create confidence, reduce return rates, and boost satisfaction.

Startups Fueling the Revolution

Start-ups across the globe are contributing to this momentum. London-based Miros, a visual AI e-commerce company, recently secured $6 million in funding from investors, including Estonia’s former President Toomas Hendrik Ilves. Meanwhile, Pixyle AI continues to refine its platform that lets shoppers search by image or describe their ideal items in natural language.

Other innovators include The New Black AI, which offers an experience similar to Glance by letting users upload both selfies and product photos to preview potential outfits. Even tech behemoth Google is testing similar tools—its “virtual try-on” feature lets users visualize themselves wearing clothing items directly within Google Search.

What the Future Holds

The appeal of visual tools is particularly strong among younger demographics. One recent study revealed that nearly two-thirds of millennials and Gen Z consumers prefer visual search capabilities over other new technologies. In a world increasingly dominated by imagery and video, especially on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest, this preference is hardly surprising.

As AI continues to evolve, the boundaries between online shopping and real-life experience are blurring. Visual search, powered by GenAI, offers a more intuitive, engaging, and personalised retail experience, paving the way for a future where shopping is no longer about searching but about discovering.

The race is now on to perfect these technologies and scale them globally. Retailers and technology firms that embrace this shift early stand to reap significant rewards not just in revenue but in deeper, more meaningful connections with the consumers of tomorrow.

When Loewe introduced the Puzzle Bag in 2014 under creative director Jonathan Anderson, it quietly disrupted the handbag world. With its distinctive cuboid construction, precise geometric panels, and origami-like folds, it quickly became a cult favourite among fashion insiders, celebrities, and collectors. Now, a decade later, the Spanish luxury house is honoring its iconic design with a celebration as artful and inventive as the bag itself.

To mark the Puzzle Bag’s 10th anniversary, Loewe is unveiling a special collection featuring 19 re-editions from past seasons, each handpicked for its unique design, craftsmanship, and cultural relevance. These are not simple re-releases. Each bag has been carefully restored to reflect the original creative vision while paying homage to the artistry that has defined the Puzzle Bag since its inception.

The star of the celebration, however, is a brand-new version that Loewe describes as “confetti-covered.” This limited-edition bag is adorned with thousands of tiny leather sequins a textured, playful nod to the confetti cube installation created by Italian artist Lara Favaretto for Loewe’s Fall/Winter 2023 women’s show. The original installation famously began disintegrating during the runway show from the rhythmic pounding of models’ footsteps. That same sense of motion, fragility, and ephemeral beauty is now captured in this celebratory edition of the Puzzle Bag.

What sets the Puzzle Bag apart is not just its instantly recognisable shape but also the way it has served as a canvas for Loewe’s dedication to craftsmanship and its close ties to the art world. Over the years, the brand has incorporated techniques such as appliqué, leather marquetry, embroidery, printing, patchwork, and cross-stitch into various Puzzle editions. These methods go far beyond embellishment — they elevate the bag into the realm of functional sculpture.

For this anniversary release, Loewe has curated a lineup of artistic re-editions featuring designs inspired by the works of William Morris, Joe Brainard, Ken Price, and Charles Rennie Mackintosh. The result is a collection that feels both nostalgic and fresh, rooted in the brand’s creative past while looking forward to the future of design.

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The luxury house, part of the LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton group, is turning the Puzzle 10 celebration into a global campaign. Exclusive pop-up spaces will be set up at Bergdorf Goodman in New York and Harrods in London, while two curated exhibitions will take place at Genesis Art Gallery in Beijing and Dopeness Art Lab in Taiwan. These events aim to showcase the artistic DNA of the brand, while bringing fans closer to the craft behind the product.

In a rare move that highlights the label’s commitment to transparency and education in fashion, Loewe is also sending its artisans on tour. In select cities, they will demonstrate the meticulous construction process that defines the Puzzle Bag from panel cutting to stitching and the signature folding technique that allows the bag to collapse flat. This kind of access offers enthusiasts a chance to truly understand what goes into making a luxury item and why craftsmanship matters more than ever in today’s fast-paced fashion world.

Each Puzzle 10 edition comes with thoughtful finishing touches that enhance its collectible appeal. A commemorative metal plaque, soft suede lining, and two balloon-shaped charms are included in every piece. The packaging is equally refined: a gold-foil box that contains a limited-edition jigsaw puzzle, subtly referencing the bag’s name and structure while adding an element of whimsy to the unboxing experience.

The collection officially drops on Thursday, May 22, and will be available on Loewe’s official website and at select Loewe boutiques worldwide. Given the limited nature and high demand, collectors are expected to move quickly, especially for the more visually striking and historically significant re-editions.

More than just a birthday celebration, the Puzzle 10 collection reaffirms Loewe’s commitment to art, innovation, and craftsmanship. In an era where fashion often favours speed and trend over quality and permanence, this project is a reminder that luxury, at its best, is both personal and timeless.

Whether you’re a long-time fan of the Puzzle Bag or discovering its magic for the first time, this anniversary drop offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of fashion history  one that speaks not only to design excellence but also to the enduring value of creativity.

Moonlight draped the Croisette in silver when Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson slipped through the gilded doors of Club Albane, Dior Beauty’s rooftop haven perched above Cannes’ glimmering yacht-filled harbor. Moments earlier the two costars had stepped from the Palais des Festivals, cheeks still warm from a six-minute standing ovation for Lynne Ramsay’s Die My Love—but the workday was over; celebration had begun. A slow salt breeze climbed the terrace and carried with it laughter, perfume, and the distant purr of generators below, setting the stage for a night where cinema’s brightest stars exhaled together.

Lawrence arrived first, black silk moving like ink over her shoulders—Maria Grazia Chiuri’s answer to midnight glamour. Only a short while ago she had embodied Old Hollywood in a taffeta gown the shade of candle wax, an archival whisper from Dior’s Poulenc era. Now the palette felt sharper, aligned with the after-party pulse. Her grin, irreverent as ever, undercut the couture. “Red-carpet prep? Pure fear,” she teased, glass of icy water in hand, makeup already traded for bare freckles. In the actress’s universe, honesty remains the most reliable accessory.

Pattinson followed, weaving through a corridor of flashbulbs that bloomed like tiny white roses. His tuxedo—precision cut, lapels catching starlight—looked as though it had been grown rather than stitched, so naturally did it sit on his frame. He had just watched Die My Love for the first time alongside the public and confessed the experience left him buzzing. “The room’s energy felt electric,” he said. Up on the terrace he greeted French rugby hero Antoine Dupont, the pair laughing over shared camera clicks, athlete and actor united by sudden flashes of global attention.

Music floated from the pool where French multihyphenate Alex Lutz strummed through a set of chanson, funk, and sly pop covers. Guests grazed on truffle-dusted pommes frites, Dior-stamped macarons, and rosé cold enough to mist its own glass. Conversation drifted between industry gossip and gentle philosophising: Laurent Lafitte, this year’s festival master of ceremonies, spoke about the privilege of championing every strain of cinema—from microbudget dreams to auteur epics. In a tux that rivalled Pattinson’s for sleek authority, Lafitte shrugged off hierarchy. “Storytelling thrives in every form,” he said, “and Cannes is the one place that remembers.”

At a corner banquette sat Natalie Portman, luminous beneath a sweep of honey-blonde hair, discussing comfort films with Juliette Binoche and Diane Kruger. Portman is deep in a nostalgia phase, trading festival opulence for VHS memories once she reaches her hotel. “Comedy keeps me grounded,” she admitted. Lately her nightcaps include Reese Witherspoon scheming through a high-school election and Robin Williams disguising fatherly devotion behind latex and laughter. Binoche brightened at the mention of Mrs. Doubtfire; Kruger confessed a secret fondness for slapstick. For a moment the conversation belonged not to Cannes but to sleepover culture—popcorn, quilts, a television flickering past midnight.

Rising talent Raphaël Quenard punctuated the evening with a burst of French swagger, shades perched on the bridge of his nose despite the hour. He owned the look with a mischief that felt refreshing among the studied elegance surrounding him. “Sunglasses at night hide a multitude of sins,” he joked, before pausing to shout praise across the terrace to cinematographer Natasha Braier, whose shimmering, saturated frames turn Die My Love into a half-remembered dream. That single compliment illustrated why Cannes matters; craft recognizes craft, and every balcony can become a masterclass.

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Back near the railing Lawrence glanced over the marina, eyes reflecting a quilt of anchor lights. She spoke of collaboration, how director Lynne Ramsay draws performances out of actors the way a jeweler frees diamonds from rock. “You don’t act in her world; you surrender,” Lawrence said, voice low but unguarded. Pattinson, leaning on the balustrade, nodded; both stars have weathered franchise fame yet treasure the freedom of auteur cinema. This project—in which love turns savage, tender, and unbearably human—pushed them to places blockbusters rarely tread.

Yet solemnity never lasts long at a rooftop soiree in Cannes. Soon Portman joined Lutz for an impromptu duet, voice clear against rippling guitar. Kruger clapped along; Binoche, ageless and twinkling, coaxed Lafitte into a waltz by the pool. Around them publicists dropped clipboards, critics pocketed notebooks, and for a heartbeat everyone became simply a fan of the moment.

When a hush finally settled it was due to dawn teasing the horizon, lavender softening into pale coral. Pattinson straightened his jacket as though to bid the night proper farewell, but Lawrence tugged him toward the DJ booth where a remix of Edith Piaf had begun to rise. They danced without choreography, two silhouettes against a waking sky, proof that joy is often unscripted. Cameras captured the shimmer of her gown, the relaxed grin spreading across his face, and the unstoppable current of friends turning acquaintances into allies.

Cannes can overwhelm with its procession of gowns, press calls, and yacht dinners, yet evenings like this remind attendees why they endure the chaos: because cinema at its best prompts communion, and celebration becomes art in motion. Dior’s party framed that thesis, offering a stage where legends, newcomers, and unseen technicians mingled as equals. By the time guests descended the staircase, shoes in hand to feel cool stone beneath tired feet, the memory was already gilded—another Riviera story carried home like a secret postcard.

As the yachts’ horns announced sunrise and the Croisette resumed its patient hum, a shared thought floated among departing cars: films fade to end credits, but nights like this linger, stitched forever into festival folklore.

The legacy of Karl Lagerfeld, one of fashion’s most iconic figures, continues to evolve — this time through a daring and immersive pop-up installation in the heart of Seoul. From May 16 to May 26, the visionary world of Lagerfeld will come alive in Seongdong-gu, an emerging cultural hotspot in South Korea’s capital, fusing fashion, history, and local creativity in a 2,475-square-foot space designed to captivate and engage.

The pop-up, strategically located in a former industrial zone now brimming with design studios and art spaces, signals the brand’s intent to both honor the past and build on a future of cultural dialogue. With this project, Karl Lagerfeld as a brand steps into a new chapter in Asia — one that blends the couturier’s Parisian heritage with Seoul’s dynamic street style and innovation.

A Personal Touch: Homecoming for Creative Director Hun Kim

This Seoul activation holds special meaning for Karl Lagerfeld’s creative director, Hun Kim, who was born in the city. “Seoul has always been a source of creative energy for me,” Kim shared. “From its street style to the way the city blends tradition with bold innovation. Bringing Karl’s world home to my birth city makes this pop-up especially meaningful.”

For Kim, the installation isn’t just about showcasing fashion; it’s a deeply personal dialogue between a brand and a birthplace. The space aims to connect generations   from Lagerfeld’s longtime admirers to Gen Z style-setters discovering his legacy for the first time.

The Highlights: Iconic Symbols and Interactive Elements

Visitors are greeted by massive archways shaped like Karl Lagerfeld’s unmistakable silhouette — black sunglasses, high collars, and powdered ponytail — setting the tone for an exhibition that’s part fashion gallery, part cultural playground.

A standout attraction is Jared Leto’s full-body Choupette costume, famously worn at the 2023 Met Gala. The life-sized feline tribute to Lagerfeld’s beloved Birman cat, Choupette, is a magnet for selfies and fan admiration. The costume is both whimsical and reverent, capturing the eccentric spirit that defined Lagerfeld’s personal brand.

Also on display is a meticulously recreated version of Lagerfeld’s personal desk from his Paris office, offering an intimate glimpse into his creative mind. Surrounding it are quotes, fashion sketches, and artifacts that evoke his legendary precision, wit, and boundless imagination.

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Cultural Fusion: Hanji and Hidden Surprises

In a nod to Korean tradition, one installation uses hanji — traditional handmade Korean paper — folded into miniature shirts and collars, paying homage to Lagerfeld’s iconic uniform. A single real shirt from the brand is hidden among the paper creations, challenging visitors to spot the difference and rewarding those who do with special prizes.

These interactive features are more than gimmicks. They reflect the brand’s strategy to engage with younger, digitally native audiences through storytelling and surprise — transforming fashion into an experience.

Fashion Meets Future: A Peek at Spring 2025

Alongside archival nods, the pop-up serves as a platform for the Karl Lagerfeld Spring 2025 collection. The lineup includes ready-to-wear pieces and accessories that interpret the brand’s signature monochrome palette with contemporary flair. Shoppers can view and purchase the latest designs, while also participating in fashion challenges like dressing in Karl’s signature black-and-white look for a chance to win exclusive merchandise.

Fragrance also finds its place, with the Karl Ikonik perfumes adding a sensory layer to the experience. By blending sight, scent, and touch, the installation creates a full-circle fashion journey.

Strategic Expansion: South Korea in the Spotlight

Pier Paolo Righi, CEO of Karl Lagerfeld, emphasized the importance of the South Korean market. “As we shape Karl’s future legacy, we’re excited to share stories and deepen our dialogue with a city that continues to define global style,” he said.

This pop-up marks the brand’s intention to establish a deeper presence in South Korea, where fashion consumers are known for their discerning taste and trendsetting influence. With more than 200 stores globally in cities like Paris, London, Dubai, and Shanghai, Karl Lagerfeld’s expansion into Korea aligns with its strategy to fuse heritage with innovation in high-growth fashion markets.

A Bridge Between Past and Present

Ultimately, the Seoul pop-up is more than a marketing installation — it’s a bridge between the legendary designer’s past and the fashion-forward future of Asia. It’s an invitation for fans old and new to step into Lagerfeld’s world, interact with his legacy, and walk away inspired.

For a designer who once said, “Don’t look to the past. There’s no future in it,” the Seoul pop-up finds the perfect balance  honoring the past, thrilling the present, and hinting at a bold future.

 Blackpink’s Rosé, Formula 1 legend Sir Lewis Hamilton, and Mandopop icon Jay Chou are to be featured in the “Never Still” campaign. When you’re constantly crossing time zones, chasing inspiration, or circling the globe in the fast lane, your suitcase becomes more than just storage  it becomes a canvas of your life’s journeys. That’s the message behind Rimowa’s newest chapter in its iconic “Never Still” campaign, this time featuring three global powerhouses.

But this campaign doesn’t just showcase sleek aluminium luggage or stylish travel aesthetics. It zooms in on something more personal  the dents, the scratches, and yes, the stickers — that silently narrate stories of exploration, resilience, and reinvention. And for these stars, every sticker holds a secret, a memory, or a revelation.

Rosé: The Soulful Explorer

Fresh off a whirlwind year with BLACKPINK and poised to launch a massive world tour kicking off July 5 in Goyang, South Korea, Rosé knows a thing or two about living out of a suitcase. But hers isn’t just any suitcase; it’s her personalised Rimowa, weathered through continents and concerts, adorned with stickers that mark not just places but emotions.

“Travelling the world only makes me realise just how much more there is to explore,” she shares, gently touching a faded sticker of the Sydney Opera House. For Rosé, born in New Zealand and raised in Australia before conquering the global K-pop stage, travel isn’t a break from life it is life. And her suitcase, covered in fragments of where she’s been, reminds her of who she’s becoming.

She smiles when asked if any sticker rivals her love for music. “Maybe the one with a tiny guitar from Nashville. It reminds me that even when I’m far from home, I’m always close to my voice.”

Jay Chou: The Storyteller in Motion

Jay Chou, Taiwan’s Mandopop king and a multi-hyphenate creator, carries his identity and inspiration in his Rimowa. And it’s not subtle. A crossed-rackets tennis sticker peeks from behind metallic grooves, hinting at a surprising off-stage passion.

“I’ve always loved tennis; it’s a mental game as much as a physical one,” he says. “Like travel, it’s about rhythm, timing, and facing the unexpected.”

Chou’s suitcase is a visual diary of detours and daydreams. From street food stalls in Bangkok to concert arenas in Paris, his case has seen it all. “Every journey helps me see the world in a new way,” he reflects. “It’s a chance to shape who I am and what I create. That’s why I keep going. I know I’ll come back a little bit wiser.”

And in a fast-changing music industry, wisdom and authenticity travel far.

Lewis Hamilton: The Reinventor

Sir Lewis Hamilton is used to moving fast. But when the Formula 1 icon isn’t navigating hairpin turns at 300 km/h, he’s slowing down to reflect on deeper journeys. One such trip was his 2024 journey through Africa a formative experience that inspired the Afrofuturism theme of his latest Dior capsule collection.

“You learn so much about yourself when you leave your comfort zone,” Hamilton shares. “Travel is about challenging your assumptions, reinventing who you thought you were.”

His sticker of choice? A cartoon portrait of Roscoe, his vegan bulldog and Instagram celebrity in his own right. “He goes where I go. And that sticker makes every hotel room feel a bit more like home.”

Rosé, Jay Chou and Lewis Hamilton Open Up About lan

A Campaign with Luggage That Tells Stories

This “Never Still” campaign marks a bold new era for Rimowa, a brand that’s embracing the emotional value behind every scuff and sticker. Shot by Johnny Dufort and directed by Daniel Wolfe and Elliott Power, the campaign fuses high fashion with high emotion, capturing not only movement but meaning.

“Durability and emotion have always been at the core of Rimowa in how our products are made and in the stories they carry,” says Emelie De Vitis, Rimowa’s senior vice president of product and marketing.

Indeed, the brand’s lifetime guarantee, launched in 2023, now feels less like a policy and more like a promise that every journey taken with Rimowa matters.

And with demand rising for pre-loved and “re-crafted” suitcases, which often sell out in minutes, it’s clear that today’s travellers aren’t just looking for polish, they’re craving personality.

More Than Luggage. It’s Legacy.

What do Rosé, Jay Chou, and Lewis Hamilton have in common? Different backgrounds, different beats, different speeds, but one shared belief: that travel isn’t just about going places. It’s about becoming more of who you are.

Through scuffed aluminium and stickered surfaces, they remind us that we’re all collecting stories one gate, one bag, one moment at a time.

And if a suitcase can carry all that?

Then maybe, just maybe, it’s not baggage. It’s a badge of honour.

In an exclusive revelation that intertwines high fashion with ancient grandeur, Dior has announced the venue for its much-anticipated Cruise 2026 show: the illustrious Villa Albani Torlonia in Rome. Artistic director Maria Grazia Chiuri will unveil her latest collection on May 27 in the heart of the Eternal City, continuing her tradition of selecting evocative, culturally rich locations that bring deeper meaning to fashion.

The choice of venue isn’t just opulent; it’s historic, secretive, and steeped in the timeless beauty of Greek and Roman antiquity. Built in the 18th century by architect Carlo Marchionni for Cardinal Alessandro Albani, Villa Albani Torlonia was conceived as both a residence and a sanctuary for one of the most remarkable collections of classical art in Europe. With its perfectly manicured terraces, sprawling gardens, and a majestic array of sculptures and frescoes, the villa remains largely hidden from public view, open only by special appointment and strictly off-limits to photography.

This makes Dior’s upcoming show an unprecedented cultural moment.

“This extraordinary villa, a secret treasure trove of ancient Roman wonders, will exceptionally  and for the first time open its gates to host the Dior 2026 cruise show,” Dior announced. “The elegance of the silhouettes dreamed up by Maria Grazia Chiuri will shine within this outstanding cradle of neoclassicism.”

Chiuri, born and raised in Rome, continues to find ways to blend her heritage with the Maison’s global vision. Her upbringing among the city’s ancient ruins and Renaissance masterpieces clearly influences her work, from her feminist reinterpretations of the Dior silhouette to her collaborations with artisans and cultural institutions.

While last year’s Cruise 2025 collection unfolded against the dramatic backdrop of Drummond Castle in Scotland, this year’s move to Villa Albani marks a return to Chiuri’s roots geographically, historically, and perhaps even emotionally.

This is not Chiuri’s first foray into Rome’s cultural spaces. Earlier this year, she curated an exhibition at the Vatican Apostolic Library focused on 19th-century female travellers, weaving historical narratives with contemporary design. She has also supported the performing arts by designing costumes for ballet productions and, most recently, by acquiring Teatro della Cometa, a 250-seat historic theatre in Rome that had gone dark during the pandemic. Her aim? To breathe new life into the venue, preserving a piece of the city’s cultural soul.

There’s also an air of speculation swirling around this Cruise show. With Jonathan Anderson, former creative director of Loewe, recently stepping into Dior’s menswear division and whispers suggesting a possible broader role, many insiders wonder if this could be Chiuri’s final bow at the house she has led since 2016.

If so, the choice of Villa Albani Torlonia may be as much a personal love letter to Rome as it is a professional crescendo. In an industry constantly moving forward, Chiuri’s grounding in heritage from art and architecture to community and craft has distinguished her vision and brought a cerebral, heartfelt touch to Dior’s legacy.

Fashion has often looked to the past for inspiration, but rarely does it get to breathe life into history the way this show promises. At Villa Albani Torlonia, Dior won’t just be presenting clothes. It will be staging a dialogue between antiquity and modernity, luxury and legacy, and perhaps, if rumours hold true, the close of a chapter for one of fashion’s most thoughtful visionaries.

As Rome prepares to host this rare fusion of art, history, and couture, the world will be watching not just for the clothes but for what this show might signal about the future of Dior and the woman who redefined its essence for a new era.