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The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is proud to announce the highly anticipated return of its Fashion Hong Kong campaign to London Fashion Week this February, showcasing some of Asia’s most celebrated designers. Set in the iconic Protein Studios in Shoreditch and supported by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, this year’s presentation promises to be groundbreaking, celebrating creativity, sustainability and innovation, while bridging cultures and pushing the boundaries of contemporary fashion.
Welcome to the AW25 edition of Berlin Fashion Week. Each day we will recap the day’s events, showcases, and runways. Berlin Fashion Week will keep its global audience updated across its social channels on the show and presentation schedule each day, along with our coverage daily here at Swanky Magazine.
German designers kicked off day two on the runway, as Vanessa Baernthol, Laurin Schuler, Balletshofer, Colrs, Haderlump, Lou De Botoly, Maria Chany, Marke, OBS, Richert Beil, SF1OG, and Sveason continued what will be several magnificent days in Berlin Fashion Week for the AW25 Season.
Welcome to the AW25 edition of Copenhagen Fashion Week. Each day we will recap the day’s events, showcases, and runways. Copenhagen Fashion Week will keep its global audience updated across its social channels on the show and presentation schedule each day, along with our coverage daily here at Swanky Magazine.
Day four opened with the Ukrainian brand TG Botanical kicked off the day's show and presentation schedule, and last night, the official CPHFW x Pandora dinner, co-hosted by Dazed, celebrated the Nordic creative landscape. With a guest list including buyers, editors, key opinion leaders, and representatives from leading Nordic brands, the evening was wrapped up with the official afterparty, featuring DJs Atusa, and ¡HARTY!
As the days get brighter and we prepare for spring, arguably the busiest season in a gardener’s calendar, Dobbies Garden Centres has unveiled what we should be doing in our gardens at this time of year. Whether you’re just beginning your gardening journey, or are a horticulture fan, Dobbies’ Plant Buyer, Nigel Lawton, reveals the steps to take in spring to get your outdoor space looking its best and how to prepare it for the seasons to come.
The Academy announces updates to its 97th Oscars® key dates and schedule of events due to the impact of the Los Angeles-area fires.
FASHION & BEAUTY
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is proud to announce the highly anticipated return of its Fashion Hong Kong campaign to London Fashion Week this February, showcasing some of Asia’s most celebrated designers. Set in the iconic Protein Studios in Shoreditch and supported by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office, London, this year’s presentation promises to be groundbreaking, celebrating creativity, sustainability and innovation, while bridging cultures and pushing the boundaries of contemporary fashion.
SVEASØN’s debut collection, “MØLYBDØMANCY”, explores modern spirituality, divination, and rituals that bridge individuality and community.
Inspired by the ancient art of lead pouring, where molten shapes are interpreted, the collection reimagines values like empathy, equality, and freedom through a contemporary lens.
What meanings do uniforms hold? What role do they play in shaping identity? What purposes do they have? For Autumn/Winter 2025/26, SF1OG seeks to answer these questions and reinterprets the concept of the uniform.
Inspired by the craftsmanship and functionality of historical uniforms, the label incorporates personal youth memories and cultural references, particularly from the indie and rock music scenes, into its latest designs.
Richert Beil’s Fall/Winter 2025/26 runway show “Mutter” uses the imagery of tired, overburdened mothers as a metaphor for a fatigued and overwhelmed society.
It serves as a visual narrative to symbolize a society struggling under the weight of expectations, constant pressures, and the relentless pace of modern life.
Founded by brothers Johannes and Matthias Schweizer, the Bavarian brand OBS draws inspiration from formative experiences alongside the founders’ father on construction sites.
Instilled with a profound understanding of craftsmanship, the designers approach textiles and accessories through an essentialist lens: every item serves a purpose and unlocks creative potential.
MARKE’s Fall/Winter 2025/26 collection titled “Everything That Stays Is Love” is a reflection on the topics of nostalgia and longing and the delicate boundary between daydreaming and reality.
With historical and literary character as muses—Miss Havisham of Dickens’ Great Expectations and Stephen Tennant of the Bright Young Things—the collection unfolds in three acts, mirroring the arc of a life consumed by nostalgia.
For her collection “ELYSIUM”, designer Maria Chany envisions a world where waste is a resource, reborn as fashion, intertwining sustainability and art. The idea is to represent a future where eco-consciousness and creativity coexist, and lead to the elysium, a place or state of perfect happiness.
The designer took the sustainability requirements for Berlin Fashion Week as a starting point and inspiration for the collection.
Lou de Bètoly’s latest collection demonstrates the designers efforts to continue to push the boundaries between fashion, art and traditional craftsmanship.
Each one of the forty looks is crafted from pre-owned materials and forgotten treasures that were transformed into contemporary pieces, conveying both drama and luxury, sprinkled with Lou de Bètoly’s unmistakable sense of humour.
For Fall/Winter 2025/26, HADERLUMP presents the “SOLIVAGANT” collection, inspired by the fashion of rail passengers in the mid-20th century.
The collection builds on the Spring/Summer 2025 “AERO” collection and concludes the brand’s exploration of the leitmotif movement.
Welcome to the AW25 edition of Berlin Fashion Week. Each day we will recap the day’s events, showcases, and runways. Berlin Fashion Week will keep its global audience updated across its social channels on the show and presentation schedule each day, along with our coverage daily here at Swanky Magazine.
German designers kicked off day two on the runway, as Vanessa Baernthol, Laurin Schuler, Balletshofer, Colrs, Haderlump, Lou De Botoly, Maria Chany, Marke, OBS, Richert Beil, SF1OG, and Sveason continued what will be several magnificent days in Berlin Fashion Week for the AW25 Season.
Kasia Kucharska is a Berlin-based brand, founded in 2021. The reinvention of traditional craft and technology-driven manufacturing techniques stands at the core of their design philosophy.
With a focus on new ways of making garments and special attention to sustainable and conscious manufacturing techniques, they are pushing the boundaries of conventional fashion design.
Drawing inspiration from the romance and chaos of the annual Mille Miglia race—a spectacle of small Italian towns consumed by the frenzy of roaring engines and fearless drivers—COLRS presents its latest Fall/Winter 2025/26 collection “Pace of Life”.
Welcome to the AW25 edition of Berlin Fashion Week. Each day we will recap the day’s events, showcases, and runways. Berlin Fashion Week will keep its global audience updated across its social channels on the show and presentation schedule each day, along with our coverage daily here at Swanky Magazine.
German designers kicked off day one on the runway, as Kilian Kerner, Horror Vacui, Danny Reinke, Marina Hoermanseder, and Sia Arnika launched what will be several magnificent days in Berlin Fashion Week for the AW25 Season.
Sia Arnika’s Fall/Winter 2025/26 collection is a tribute to memory, allure, and wetness. It tells the story of the Harbor Bitch—a woman who exists on the edges of myth and menace. Tapping into a memory of a woman, a factory worker, from the island of Mors, the birthplace of Sia Anika, the Danish-born designer’s latest collection channels her fierce essence.
The Austrian designer Marina Hoermanseder invited to the show of her label at the Hotel Oderberger. The designer celebrated the label's 10th anniversary with almost 700 guests with 35 unique looks under the motto "Birthday Party" with balloons, flowers, cakes and streamers.
The Fall/Winter 2025/26 collection by prêt-à-couture designer Danny Reinke, titled "90 Seconds to Midnight" merges the dark narratives of Heinrich Hoffmann's Struwwelpeter with the metaphor of the Doomsday Clock. This symbolic clock, currently set at 90 seconds to midnight, serves as a warning to humanity about the threat of self-destruction.
HORROR VACUI, translating to 'fear of empty spaces' from Latin, encapsulates the brand's ethos - every piece is a canvas for intricate details and rich narratives. With the charm of Bavarian tradition, the signature scalloped edges, Froschgoscherl trims, and meticulous smockings are the heartbeats of Anna's creations, ensuring that every piece resonates with the depth of artisanal craftsmanship. A testament to Anna's dedication to filling life's voids with beauty, one garment at a time.
In his Fall/Winter 2025/26 collection titled "Shitstorm", Kilian Kerner Berlin addresses a highly topical and socially relevant issue: hate and hostility on the internet. The designer's show is a powerful plea against this form of digital attack and its consequences, with the designs symbolizing responsibility, courage, and the ability to creatively reflect on societal challenges.
Danish designer Stine Goya founded the namesake brand in 2006 after years of working in the fashion industry and witnessing a lacklustre colour palette in the Scandinavian market. Inspired by the colours of Copenhagen, Stine Goya set out to be the vibrant alternative and has been a colourful journey since on the international stage. Stine Goya values the beauty of individuality and strives to embolden its community with the joy of wearing colour.
Welcome to the AW25 edition of Copenhagen Fashion Week. Each day we will recap the day’s events, showcases, and runways. Copenhagen Fashion Week will keep its global audience updated across its social channels on the show and presentation schedule each day, along with our coverage daily here at Swanky Magazine.
Day four opened with the Ukrainian brand TG Botanical kicked off the day's show and presentation schedule, and last night, the official CPHFW x Pandora dinner, co-hosted by Dazed, celebrated the Nordic creative landscape. With a guest list including buyers, editors, key opinion leaders, and representatives from leading Nordic brands, the evening was wrapped up with the official afterparty, featuring DJs Atusa, and ¡HARTY!
ROTATE’s Autumn Winter 2025 collection is a celebration of the ROTATE fictional muse, where classic evening glamour meets contemporary culture. Inspired by the opulence found in old fashion editorials, the collection is an immersive experience of luxurious outerwear, elegant dresses, elevated separates, and bold accessories, capturing the essence of the ROTATE’s muse.
Titled Concrete Born, the AW25 collection is inspired by the raw beauty of urban landscapes and the resilient spirit of those who inhabit them, this collection is a fearless exploration of form, texture, and emotion. A personal homage from Artistic Director Jannik Wikkelsø Davidsen to his upbringing in Denmark’s suburban neighborhoods.
The AW25 collection is a love letter from the GESTUZ muse to the person she left behind. It is a story of how life became more beautiful on the other side, and how good his biker jacket looks over her silk dress. It embraces the black widow glamour and luxury rock and roll chicness that is at the core of GESTUZ, while tipping its hat to the earlier decades that continue to inspire the collections.
Fine Chaos is an androgynous, youthful, and expressive brand that finds beauty in unexpected places and elements.
With a love for deconstruction, reconstruction, and expression, Fine Chaos pulls you into its dystopian otherworldly universe, making you feel like a part of the underground community from which the brand emerged.
Marimekko is a Finnish lifestyle design company renowned for its original prints and colors. The company's product portfolio includes high-quality clothing, bags and accessories as well as home décor items ranging from textiles to tableware.
When Marimekko was founded in 1951, its unparalleled printed fabrics gave it a strong and unique identity. Globally, there are roughly 150 Marimekko stores, and online store serves customers in 35 countries.
Filippa K releases Autumn/Winter 2025 Pre Collection Lookbook: inspired by Swedish heritage with nods to the British countryside.
The Autumn/Winter 2025 Pre Collection introduces a wardrobe of iconic pieces inspired by Scandinavian heritage, with sartorial nods to the British countryside. Driven by the practical needs of a Nordic climate, refined functional layers are designed to wear morning to night, across and between life’s occasions.
CMMN SWDN is designed by husband and wife duo Saif Bakir and Emma Bakir Hedlund, who first met in 2004 whilst studying at Central Saint Martins and London College of Fashion.
The duo gained widespread international recognition being appointed Head of Design at Kanye West's Paris design studio. Spearheading the brand solidified their idea to launch their own label which for a near decade has delivered timeless collections with an artistic and playful spirit that continuously evolve to seek new expressions.
The Fall/Winter 2025 collection is a showcase of layers and depth, embodying the distinct MUNTHE aesthetic with a strong nod to the 1970s.
This influence comes to life through an array of faux fur, slim scarves, corduroy, and duffel jackets. A bold zebra print adds a striking yet cohesive element, featured across various styles, from shirts to accessories. The collection strikes a harmonious balance between relaxed elegance and structured silhouettes, presenting a fresh take on femininity infused with subtle masculine undertones.
TG Botanical uses experimental methods of dyeing fabrics with plant pigments derived from tansy flowers, acorns, onion husks and coffee beans.
TG Botanical is a sustainable fashion brand founded in 2021 by Ukrainian designer Tetyana Chumak. Tetiana's passion for nature stems from her upbringing in a family of Ukrainian farmers.
Founded in Copenhagen in 1999, Baum und Pferdgarten is one of the leading Danish fashion houses.
Their timeless and design-led collections are full of unexpected playful contrasts.The brand name is an interplay between the surnames of the founding Creative Directors, Rikke Baumgarten and Helle Hestehave.
PRODUCTS
Bombshell Midnight fills the atmosphere with twinkling lights for a luminous celebration. With a crisp rush of black cherry, this fragrance casts a glistening glow of decadent fruit gilded with frost. The evening star peony, a bloom that flourishes with holiday spirit, lights up the heart with an effervescent radiance. At the base, a familiar yet mysterious scent of vanilla is met with winter woods to create a captivating trail that lingers into the seasons after hours.
Looking to bring a touch of the magical Land of Oz into your home? The Wicked homeware collection is serving up serious spellbinding vibes with cosy essentials you’ll love this season and beyond.
This is a code red, nerds. Turn your style Upside Down with charms and jewellery inspired by the universe of Stranger Things.
Janine Silver brings you a selection of beauty products that are perfect for your loved ones this Christmas season.
Debuting at Charley Chau is a new collection of ten of the brand’s unique dog bed designs in Weave II – a woven textured fabric offering understated style and designed to deliver unrivalled performance over time even with the most demanding of dogs.
ASEPRI, with the support of the Economic and Commercial of Spain in Mexico and ICEX Spain Trade & Investments, held its first showroom in Mexico City on 26 November, with the aim of promoting and generating business opportunities for Spanish children's brands.
Mexico, the second most important market for Spanish children's fashion and footwear exports, is a great opportunity for brands in the sector.
Ruff and Tumble, home of the original Drying Coat, are proud to announce their latest product: the Foldable Travel Bowl. Designed to keep dogs fed and watered on the go with practicality, function and style in mind.
The return of Bridgerton is here! To mark the occasion, we’ve curated a collection of products which promise to elevate your surroundings to a level of sophistication worthy of Queen Charlotte’s approval.
SWIMWEAR
For the first time in almost two decades, swim week runways in Miami will present designer collections to the media one month earlier, June 8 - 11, 2023. The swimwear industry date change is a direct response to a request for a market shift by designers, buyers and creators that use the events to promote seasonal, branded content throughout the entirety of the international swimwear industry season.
Summer is all about having fun in the water, whether it's a pool in a foreign land or a beach on the UK coastline, FatFace's swim staples are ready for you to dive right in, take a splash.
It wouldn’t be a PLT catwalk show without lots of diamante and bling baby bling! Dress it up or dress it down, this season, all we’re going to be serving is fire.
PrettyLittleThing premiered at Miami Swim Week for a second time with a star-studded runway show at the extraordinary 1111 Lincoln venue, designed by acclaimed Swiss firm Herzog & de Meuron.
Miami SwimWeek is back and it’s bigger than ever with more events being added to the calendar this year as Miami becomes a fashion capital in the US. One event added to the calendar is the Splashing Lights: 2022 Miami SwimWeek WAVE fashion show at 9 pm on July 15th and 16th. In partnership with iHeartmedia, this highly anticipated event will showcase Florida-based designers over 2 days, feature performances by Ginuwine and Jon B., and will include the runway debut of Novados Swim on the 16th.
TRAVEL
TUI has announced the addition of two stunning new Spanish destinations, Sitges and Malaga, to its ever-growing city break portfolio.
Guests aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines fleet of three smaller ships have made over 9,500 wildlife sightings together with ORCA’s Ocean Conservationists in 2024 as part of their marine wildlife conservation work.
Travellers looking to create moments to remember have until the end of February to take advantage of savings on over 100 cruises and FREE On-Board Spend up to £330 per person.
The first guests have set sail aboard Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ newly refurbished Balmoral, following a multi-million-pound dry dock programme.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines’ flagship Bolette is to make her Channel 5 debut later this month, as presenter Susan Calman sets sail on a Cruise of a Lifetime to the breath-taking Norwegian Fjords.
Bath’s grandest address, the historic Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa, has just gained an additional distinction to add to its name; that of two Michelin Keys.
Voted for by British tourists, the Cora Cora Maldives paradise escape offers views that seem straight out of a dream, paired with luxurious amenities that make it the ultimate Maldivian getaway.
When it comes to luxury and comfort in the world of towels, Richard Haworth's Madison collection stands out as a prime example of quality and elegance. In this review, we'll dive deep into what makes these towels special and why they might be the perfect addition to your bathroom or spa experience.
Kenya is the latest long-haul destination to join the leading global travel and leisure company’s growing list of destinations, making it the 15th long-haul available.
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has launched two brand-new itineraries offering guests the chance to set sail on an adventure exploring vibrant, captivating cities and paradise islands.
PETS
January is National Walk Your Dog Month, the perfect time to celebrate our four-legged friends and the joy they bring to our lives. As we kick off 2025, what better way to show our pups some love than by exploring the nation’s beautiful forests together?
Debuting at Charley Chau is a new collection of ten of the brand’s unique dog bed designs in Weave II – a woven textured fabric offering understated style and designed to deliver unrivalled performance over time even with the most demanding of dogs.
Ruff and Tumble, home of the original Drying Coat, are proud to announce their latest product: the Foldable Travel Bowl. Designed to keep dogs fed and watered on the go with practicality, function and style in mind.
Give the gift of sustainability this Christmas with Outback Tails eco-friendly, ethically-made dog accessories featuring authentic Indigenous art, perfect for planet-conscious pet lovers.
Since the launch of the first Drying Coat over ten years ago, Ruff and Tumble have added Bed Covers, Sofa Throws, Drying Mitts, Leads, Shampoos, Bags...and now their exciting new product, the Burnham Bolster Dog Bed.
Cash, a Bearded Collie from Saltburn-on-Sea, Yorkshire, owned by Linda Peirson, has won the Junior Warrant Winner of the Year competition final at Crufts 2024 on Thursday 7 March.
NATURE
Long-famed for its complex and sweet-toned song, the Nightingale has been a source of inspiration for poets, musicians, and artists for centuries. Sadly, the mellifluous melodies of this secretive singer have become an increasingly scarce component of the English countryside’s soundscape in recent years.
Now, following innovative research by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) we have a better understanding of what is driving this inspirational bird’s decline.
As the days get brighter and we prepare for spring, arguably the busiest season in a gardener’s calendar, Dobbies Garden Centres has unveiled what we should be doing in our gardens at this time of year. Whether you’re just beginning your gardening journey, or are a horticulture fan, Dobbies’ Plant Buyer, Nigel Lawton, reveals the steps to take in spring to get your outdoor space looking its best and how to prepare it for the seasons to come.
The UK’s heathlands are incredibly special places. These, and other similar open habitats, support a wide variety of rare plants, insects, birds, and animals. Now, for the first time in two decades, the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) is asking UK birdwatchers to help survey these extraordinary landscapes.
One hundred hectares of new habitat for rare and threatened wildlife is to be created at RSPB Wallasea Island reserve in Rochford, Essex, the site of Europe’s largest coastal habitat restoration project.
A new study based on the sampling and analysis of volcanic ash at Cumbre Vieja volcano in the Canary Islands, located off Africa’s northwest coast, suggests that the composition of magma could drive tremors during volcanic eruptions.
January is National Walk Your Dog Month, the perfect time to celebrate our four-legged friends and the joy they bring to our lives. As we kick off 2025, what better way to show our pups some love than by exploring the nation’s beautiful forests together?
In a pioneering new move, the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) is making decades of breeding bird data freely available to the wider conservation and research community.
Migrating birds face many perils on their long and arduous journeys, and thanks to ongoing work to track and monitor UK breeding Cuckoos, we are continuing to learn about these incredible feats of nature.
Wildlife and nature photography lovers from around the globe are invited to have their say and vote for their favourite image to win the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award 2024.
From a determined honey badger attempting to catch a spikey meal to a beluga whale exfoliating its skin, the 25 striking images offer a powerful insight into the remarkable beauty of nature as well as the critical challenges facing wildlife today.
Published today by the RSPB a new report shows that in just four years the Orkney Native Wildlife Project is delivering on its mission to protect nationally important bird and small mammal communities found on the Orkney Islands. This ambitious partnership project is the largest stoat removal on an inhabited landscape anywhere in the world, and its success is critical to protecting Orkney’s wildlife.
The latest report by the Rare Breeding Birds Panel (RBBP), the independent body that monitors the populations of the UK’s rarest breeding birds, reveals that 108 species and races of rare native birds were reported breeding, or attempting to breed, in the UK in 2022.
This is the second-highest total since the Panel began reporting in 1973, and suggests a continuation of the increasing trend in the number of rare breeding bird species in the UK, largely driven by the arrival of colonising species.
The British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) is excited to announce the launch of Cudyll Cymru, a brand-new citizen science project aimed at enhancing our understanding of birds of prey across Wales.
The BTO is looking for volunteers from today - find out everything you need to know, and how to sign up here.
Selected from a record-breaking 59,228 entries from 117 countries and territories, the winners of the Natural History Museum's prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition were revealed at an awards ceremony in South Kensington this evening.
Celebrating its sixtieth year, the flagship Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition featuring the 100 awarded images will open on Friday 11 October 2024 at the Natural History Museum, London.
The Bird Photographer of the Year 2024 winners have been unveiled. An impactful image showing over 4,000 birds that died colliding with windows in Toronto has taken the grand prize in the world’s largest bird photography competition.
Photographers from all over the world entered more than 23,000 images into the competition, each with their eyes on the £3,500 grand prize.
Mangrove Action Project – a global charity dedicated to promoting science-based training to conserve and protect mangroves – has launched their 10th Mangrove Photography Awards. The competition invites photographers of all ages and levels to submit images that showcase the beauty, diversity and fragility of mangrove forests worldwide.
UK charity the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is recognising Kuenzang Dorji from Bhutan with a Whitley Award for his work to protect Endangered Gee’s golden langur in the East Himalayas and his solutions for local farmers whose crops the primates are targeting as climate change drives a shift in their behaviour.
UK charity the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is recognising Raju Acharya from Nepal with a Whitley Award to bolster protection for owls in central Nepal after spearheading a government-backed ten-year plan to safeguard the birds which had been overlooked from conservation efforts.
UK charity the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is recognising Aristide Kamla from Cameroon with a Whitley Award for his landmark work to restore the habitat of the African manatee in Lake Ossa. The marine scientist has become the country’s foremost specialist in the mammal, addressing threats to its freshwater habitat from rapidly expanding invasive species and pollution.
UK charity the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is recognising UK charity the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is recognising Naomi Longa from Papua New Guinea to expand her work to monitor and manage coral reefs in the biodiversity hotspot of Kimbe Bay and to further extend her female-driven marine conservation model in local waters of the Coral Triangle, home to 76 percent of the world’s coral reef species.
UK charity the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is recognising Fernanda Abra from Brazil with a Whitley Award for her pioneering work to build and monitor low-cost canopy bridges over Highway BR-174 in the Amazon rainforest in a project she plans to scale for widespread adoption to protect tree-dwelling mammals from road impacts.
UK charity the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is recognising Leroy Ignacio from Guyana with a Whitley Award for galvanising one of the country’s first Indigenous-led conservation movements and to strengthen protection for the Red Siskin, a small Endangered finch which has become a flagship species for conservation in the rapidly developing rainforest nation.
UK charity the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is recognising Dr Purnima Devi Barman from India with the 2024 Whitley Gold Award for her work to save the Greater Adjutant Stork – known locally as Hargila - whose numbers have quadrupled in Assam to more than 1,800 thanks to a dynamic campaign she masterminded and which she is expanding to include 20,000 women.
UK charity the Whitley Fund for Nature (WFN) is recognising seven outstanding conservationists with 2024 Whitley Awards for leading their communities in saving some of the world’s most fragile ecosystems and for their innovative solutions to the threats to nature in India, Brazil, Bhutan, Papua New Guinea, Guyana, Cameroon and Nepal.
Usually flowering from late March to early May, this year’s mild winter and spring means we may well see them early and Forestry England expects a bumper bluebell display in the nation’s forests.
Surrounding yourself with the delicate scent and sea of blue colour is a must-do spring nature experience so pack your picnic and head to one of Forestry England’s recommended list of bluebell woods.
The world’s largest garden wildlife survey returns, with hundreds of thousands of people watching and counting the UK’s garden birds over the last weekend in January for the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch.
Over half a million people took part in 2023, counting more than 9 million birds.
Together let’s make it count.
MENS
Los Angeles-based menswear designer Justin Cassin returned to London Fashion Week this week, after last showing his Spring/Summer 23 collection here in Seymour Hall.
Presenting his namesake brand’s Autumn/Winter 24 collection at The Vinyl Factory, Soho, Cassin reaffirms his reputation as a designer who is becoming masterful at constructing modernist menswear silhouettes.
ElanWay Drops a Distinctive Pre SS23 Denim and Plaid Collection for Streetwear Enthusiasts!
The collection is a reflection of the brand's unique take on streetwear fashion, which is unmistakably modern and edgy.
From Sagaboi founder Geoff K. Cooper comes his first clothing collection, entitled “Ramajay”, an eclectic fusion of Cooper’s diverse Trinidadian heritage, and broader West Indian culture and history.
Nantucket Whaler, the classic American lifestyle brand inspired by exploration and Nantucket Island, has launched the Reworked Collection, a series of limited-edition shirts that perfectly balance craftsmanship and the brand's Nantucket heritage, with a modern twist.
Tommy Hilfiger, which is owned by PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH], announces Liverpool football star Thiago Alcantara as brand ambassador for the Fall/Winter 2022 TOMMY HILFIGER men’s watch and jewelry collection campaign launching in September across Europe. Thiago Alcantara’s ambassadorship celebrates his dedication to athletic excellence, determined optimism and social responsibility. The campaign was shot by Marco Fischer on location in northern Spain.
It's time to spice up your wardrobe by visiting Gaucho - Buenos Aires, a luxury fashion brand internationally beloved for its luxury leather goods, ready-to-wear fashion for men and women, and elegant accessories.
Summer is all about having fun in the water, whether it's a pool in a foreign land or a beach on the UK coastline, FatFace's swim staples are ready for you to dive right in, take a splash.
KIDS
ASEPRI, with the support of the Economic and Commercial of Spain in Mexico and ICEX Spain Trade & Investments, held its first showroom in Mexico City on 26 November, with the aim of promoting and generating business opportunities for Spanish children's brands.
Mexico, the second most important market for Spanish children's fashion and footwear exports, is a great opportunity for brands in the sector.
The yearly Matalan X Alder Hey Children’s Charity pyjamas are here - a collaboration that is always a huge hit amongst families and Matalan customers. With a brand new colourful eye catching design for 2022, the range includes matching unisex pyjamas for adults and children, as well as baby grows for the tiny ones - there’s even an outfit for your pet! 100% of all profits from the campaign will go to Alder Hey Children’s Hospital Charity, which will continue to support their Surgical Neonatal Appeal.
ENTERTAINMENT
Xo, Kitty returns back to Seoul for another semester at KISS! Are you ready to return to this teenage k-drama? We are!
In the second half of Outlander Season 7, Claire, Jamie, and Young Ian return to Scotland amidst the Revolutionary War's turmoil. They face difficult choices between loyalty and their new home. Meanwhile, Roger and Brianna confront threats across time. As secrets emerge and loyalties shift, Jamie and Claire's relationship faces its greatest test. Can the Frasers and MacKenzies overcome the challenges that span oceans and centuries?
K-pop group LE SSERAFIM illuminated the Empire State Building in collaboration with Make-A-Wish Foundation, celebrating their new album release, granting a fan's wish, and showcasing their signature 'Fearless Blue' color, which symbolizes passion and hope.
The ever-popular Bridgerton series has made a triumphant return, bringing with it the glamour and sophistication that fans have come to expect. Get ready to delve into a world of sumptuous outfits, glittering ballrooms filled with high society's finest, and, of course, the deliciously scandalous gossip that swirls amongst the aristocrats.
The much-anticipated premiere of Bridgerton's season 3 was a dazzling affair as stars graced the red carpet in an array of stunning ensembles. The evening was filled with glamour and excitement, reflecting the show's own blend of romance and intrigue.
Chester is set to become a fashion hub this summer for the second year running, as designers and fashion visionaries from all over the world gather to showcase their latest creations with sustainability in mind during Porsche Centre Chester Cheshire Fashion Week 2024.
Bridgerton in Bowral, Netflix’s weeklong celebration of the upcoming third season of the iconic Shondaland series Bridgerton in the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales, has officially drawn to a dazzling close.
Lucasfilm's original live-action series, Star Wars: The Acolyte, premieres on June 4 with the first two episodes. Set during the High Republic era, the series features a thrilling investigation into a crime spree involving Jedi Master Sol, played by Lee Jung-jae, and a dangerous warrior from his past, Mae, played by Amandla Stenberg.
The YU PRIZE proudly announced its participation at Paris Fashion Week with The New Wave of Chinese Fashion - a celebratory cocktail event for 11 Chinese designer brands, all of which were finalists of the YU PRIZE 2021 & 2022, hosted on the evening of 25th September 2023, in the opulent settings of Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris.
Greta Gerwig's Barbie starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling is already one of the most anticipated movies of 2023, and here's what we know so far about the ‘BARBIE’ movie.
Bea is revealing the keys to creating a timeless style in home decoration to decorate your house once in a lifetime regardless of seasons of the year or current trends.
Sarah Polley acceptance speech for Best Writing (Adapted Screenplay) ‘ Women Talking’ at the Oscars ceremony 2023.
Joe Letteri, Richard Baneham, Eric Saindon and Daniel Barrett’s acceptance speech for Best Visual Effects ''Avatar : The Way Of Water’ at the Oscars Ceremony 2023.
Mark Weingarten, James H. Mather, Al Nelson, Chris Burdon and Mark Taylor’s acceptance speech for Best Sound in ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ at the Oscars Ceremony 2023.
Tom Berkeley and Ross White’s acceptance speech for Best Short Film (Live Action) ‘An Irish Goodbye’ at the Oscars Ceremony 2023.
Charlie Mackesy and Matthew Freud’s acceptance speech for Best Short Film (Animated) ‘The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse’ at the Oscars ceremony 2023.
Christian M. Goldbeck and Ernestine Hipper’s acceptance speech for Best Production Design on All Quiet On The Western Front at the Oscars Ceremony 2023.
Daniel Kwan, Daniel Scheinert and Jonathan Wang’s acceptance speech for Best Picture All Quiet on the Western Front at the Oscars ceremony 2023.
M.M. Keeravaani and Chandrabose’s acceptance speech for Best Music (Original Song) "Naatu Naatu" from RRR at the Oscars Ceremony 2023
Volker Bertelmann’s acceptance speech for Best Music (Orginal Score) All Quiet On The Western Front at the Oscars Ceremony 2023
Adrien Morot, Judy Chin and Anne Marie Bradley’s acceptance speech for Best Makeup and Hairstyling in THE WHALE at the Oscars ceremony 2023.
Edward Berger’s acceptance speech for Best International Feature Film ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT at the Oscars ceremony 2023
Daniel Kwan & Daniel Scheinert’s acceptance speech for Best Writing (Original Screenplay) ‘ Everything Everywhere All at Once’ at the Oscars Ceremony 2023.
Stars began to arrive for the 95th Academy Awards, the biggest night in the show business calendar.
Famous faces including Florence Pugh, Brendan Fraser, and Angela Bassett all descended on the event’s carpet which, in a departure from previous years, is the colour of champagne.
See the images that captured the arrival of the famous faces.
Paul Roger’s acceptance speech for Best Film editing in “Everything Everywhere All at Once” at the Oscars Ceremony 2023
Kartiki Gonsalves and Guneet Monga’s acceptance speech for best Documentary (short subject) “The Elephant Whisperers” at the Oscars ceremony 2023.
Everything Everywhere All at Once Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert’s acceptance speech for best Directing at the Oscars ceremony 2023.
Ruth Carter’s acceptance speech for best costume design in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever at the Oscar’s ceremony 2023.
HOME & GARDEN
As the days get brighter and we prepare for spring, arguably the busiest season in a gardener’s calendar, Dobbies Garden Centres has unveiled what we should be doing in our gardens at this time of year. Whether you’re just beginning your gardening journey, or are a horticulture fan, Dobbies’ Plant Buyer, Nigel Lawton, reveals the steps to take in spring to get your outdoor space looking its best and how to prepare it for the seasons to come.
Laura Ashley announces a collaboration with Freckleface Home Fragrance to create a botanical collection of ethical, vegan, and locally sourced home fragrance products inspired by wildflowers and English gardens.
When it comes to luxury and comfort in the world of towels, Richard Haworth's Madison collection stands out as a prime example of quality and elegance. In this review, we'll dive deep into what makes these towels special and why they might be the perfect addition to your bathroom or spa experience.
Dobbies, the UK’s leading garden centre, is encouraging people to welcome botanical bliss inside with a new range of houseplants suitable for every area of your home.
Bea is revealing the keys to creating a timeless style in home decoration to decorate your house once in a lifetime regardless of seasons of the year or current trends.
Dobbies Garden Centres is helping families craft in a sustainable way this season with its spring pots how-to, an egg-cellent activity for Easter.
Get ready for the spring and summer sunshine with B&M’s latest outdoor collection to drink in the sunlight.
Fritz Fryer is excited to introduce their latest innovative design, the Alton Pillar Light.
Designed and made in their on-site workshop, nestled in the rural Herefordshire town of Ross-on-Wye, the Alton has a completely different look to their previous collections and consists of 4 substantial glass tubes illuminated with LED.
As a part of their mission to be forward-thinking in their approach, the new Gaia will revolutionise mass production upholstery, providing a circular vision for the consumer, retailer, manufacturer and most importantly the planet.
FANTASY
In the second half of Outlander Season 7, Claire, Jamie, and Young Ian return to Scotland amidst the Revolutionary War's turmoil. They face difficult choices between loyalty and their new home. Meanwhile, Roger and Brianna confront threats across time. As secrets emerge and loyalties shift, Jamie and Claire's relationship faces its greatest test. Can the Frasers and MacKenzies overcome the challenges that span oceans and centuries?
The ever-popular Bridgerton series has made a triumphant return, bringing with it the glamour and sophistication that fans have come to expect. Get ready to delve into a world of sumptuous outfits, glittering ballrooms filled with high society's finest, and, of course, the deliciously scandalous gossip that swirls amongst the aristocrats.
The much-anticipated premiere of Bridgerton's season 3 was a dazzling affair as stars graced the red carpet in an array of stunning ensembles. The evening was filled with glamour and excitement, reflecting the show's own blend of romance and intrigue.
Bridgerton in Bowral, Netflix’s weeklong celebration of the upcoming third season of the iconic Shondaland series Bridgerton in the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales, has officially drawn to a dazzling close.
Lucasfilm's original live-action series, Star Wars: The Acolyte, premieres on June 4 with the first two episodes. Set during the High Republic era, the series features a thrilling investigation into a crime spree involving Jedi Master Sol, played by Lee Jung-jae, and a dangerous warrior from his past, Mae, played by Amandla Stenberg.
Greta Gerwig's Barbie starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling is already one of the most anticipated movies of 2023, and here's what we know so far about the ‘BARBIE’ movie.
WEDDINGS
Tim and Victoria’s love story dances to a unique beat, harmonizing the timeless charm of classic cinema with the vibrant hues of cultural heritage. Their recent photoshoot perfectly captures this rhythm, blending the iconic allure of Dirty Dancing with a modern, artistic flair.
Join Swanky Media Group Beauty Editor, Olivia Marshall, as she shares her Beauty Editor Top Picks for Christmas/Winter Luxe Weddings!
Join Swanky Media Group Beauty Editor, Olivia Marshall, as she shares her Beauty Editor Top Picks for Wedding looks.
Over 300 beautiful brands, exciting live fashion shows, inspiring educational sessions, and wonderful networking opportunities, making it an unmissable bridal destination for the bridal industry professionals. Swanky Weddings Magazine captures every moment.
Modern women from all walks of life will ensure their high standards are met on their most special day with Seren Moda. The brand brings together the forgotten craftsmanship that embodies the glimmer of the past with modernism, creating a wonderful harmony between the two.
Victoria Percival is an award winning accessories brand, celebrated for combining modern fashion trends with timeless style. Family owned and female run, Victoria Percival are proud to be a crossover high fashion / bridal accessories label that creates show-stopping hairpieces and jewellery for the most special occasions.
Rebecca Schoneveld is an American designer of timeless luxury women’s apparel.
A native of California and educated at New York City’s Fashion Institute of Technology, Rebecca is an independent leader in the bridal world. She is respected for her innovation and advocacy toward a more creative, inclusive, and sustainable approach to wedding fashion.
Miabelle is a British bridesmaid and occasion-wear designer brand, designing gowns for modern women looking for something fashionable, luxury and unique. Brought to you by designer Lydia Jones, Miabelle is a thoughtfully curated collection of modern silhouettes combined with classic necklines and glam touches.
Founded in Frankfurt by Martina Weiß, the label stands for casual elegance, modern but timeless designs, 100% handmade, made in Germany. With her collection of hand-knitted, wonderfully delicate, precious accessories and tops, she sets herself apart from the everyday, with knitwear instead of woven material.
Madina A is welcome addition to the Louise Bentley Name. Fresh, new and creative! Each gown offers brides a level of drama. Through the use of oversized dramatic detailing, illusion construction and exquisite unique beadwork. The collection offers you exceptional quality of cut, construction and the use of sumptuous fabrics.
Award Winning Irish Milliner and Designer specialising in Bridal & Occasion Accessories.
KYNA MAREE designs & creates heirloom quality accessories from only the finest materials. Kyna Maree are passionate about design and careful craftmanship.
Katy Britton is a Cheshire-based bridalwear designer creating luxury, contemporary gowns with a real focus on sustainability and ethical practice. Her collection allows boutique owners to offer their brides the flexibility of a bespoke service.
Indiebride London, created by designer and dressmaker Miina Laitsaari, is a combination of two styles; bohemian and vintage inspired wedding dresses for the free-spirited and environmentally conscious brides who want their most precious dress to have its own story.
Gemma Leakey is a sustainable bridal brand aimed at a stylish, fashionably elegant bride. With a clear focus on clean lines, sublime cuts and luxurious sustainable fabrics.
Eden Keshia is a luxury fashion label specialising in refined, romantic and effortlessly alternative bridalwear. The couture design process features signature sentimental embroideries, silk corsets and elaborate embellishments, all created in-house. The Eden Keshia collections tell a love story through fabric and thread, resulting in sustainable, fashion-forward gowns that captivate.
The ’Devoted range’ brings a new range of exquisite bridal accessories chosen especially by founder, Jessica Jordan. With the perfect styles, fixings and finishings, ’Devoted’ gives brides some of the most beautiful, modern and unique hair pieces perfect for their special day.
Catherine Kowalski Bridal is a size inclusive bridal couture brand for a new generation of brides. The New York based designer’s style fuses the glamour and grace of Hollywood’s Golden Age with a distinctive edge, resulting in one-of-a-kind gowns that offer an avant-garde yet timeless appeal. Each Catherine Kowalski Bridal gown is hand-draped and meticulously handcrafted by dressmakers in the Garment District in New York City in true to U.S. sizes.
Designer Jayne Nevins has refined her signature style that she defines as ‘old Hollywood meets modern lux’ using the finest grade crystals, rhinestones and luxury materials. Her crowns, tiaras, headbands and accessories have previously been featured in publications such as Italian VOGUE, You & Your Wedding, Perfect Wedding and Asian Bride. All of Jayne’s designs are lovingly handcrafted using couture and traditional techniques then beautifully packaged at her studio in Wales.
Yorkshire-based British Bridal provide a new and innovative wholesale service that offers the same top-quality styles you are used to buying, but at prices of up to 60% less.
Natalya James’ collections are all handmade in their studio in the heart of Northamptonshire. They pride themselves on their unique and modern designs with attention to detail and craftmanship, sourcing luxury fabrics and trims from within the UK.
Michèle Weiten’s creations are a graceful homage to the facets of femininity.
Crafted in the heart of Germany, the timelessly elegant dresses range from intricately tailored couture gowns with exquisite details to minimalist designs with a purist aesthetic.
Maria Pia’s brand was born from the passion for haute couture wedding dresses, a family tradition that has inspired the creation of "emotions to wear", for over thirty years. Every detail is designed and created with the utmost care, complete with clean lines and fine materials to express the elegant, modern and stylish bride.
British bridal brand Louise Bentley has been at the forefront of bridal fashion since being established in 2015, providing beautifully designed and handcrafted wedding gowns for the elegant, modern and timeless bride.
Louise Bentley by Kolin Weaver is brand-new to the market, and will launch at this year’s White Gallery. The collection is inspired by a true celebration of the feminine form. Silhouettes are sculpted from the cut, and the finest embellishments elevates their gowns to another level.
Patricia Barclay is brand-new to the market, and will launch her collection for Louise Bentley at White Gallery. She holds a wealth of experience in bespoke work, and has produced beautiful ‘one off’ gowns for hundreds of brides. Her experience in patterning and the construction means you can expect classic silhouettes embellished with the finest detailing, with cut and construction like no other.
Lalunah gowns are elegant, modern luxury pieces that are truly enchanting and beautiful. Each gown is lovingly crafted, and holds a unique and exclusive feel to match the woman wearing it. Synonymous with luxury, beauty and timeless elegance, there is style in every detail.
With an eye for design and a passion for beautiful fabrics, Josephine Scott takes you to the world of luxury and romance. Believing that true beauty comes from within, the designs go above and beyond to bring out the individuality of each bride: unashamedly feminine, with a focus on luxurious fabrics in a modern twist.
Freda Bennet finds the beauty in sleek shapes, clean lines and the subtlest of detail. Elegant, feminine and effortlessly chic, each Freda Bennet design radiates the quintessential British charm.
Demand for eco-conscious, British-crafted, contemporary bridal wear is rising: 29 Atelier meets this demand. Offering brides a stunning collection of gowns inspired by couture. Flattering cuts and beautiful fabrics are at the core of what they do.
January 24th, 2023 (London) -- Hawes & Curtis unveils it’s 2023 wedding collection for every style and occasion, designed for grooms, best men and guests to stand out on the big day.
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