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Fine Chaos is an androgynous, youthful, and expressive brand that finds beauty in unexpected places and elements.
Continuing its legacy of weaving powerful narratives through fashion, FINE CHAOS presents its Fall/Winter 2025 collection, ‘ATARAXIS’, a post-apocalyptic exploration of hope amidst chaos.
Lamide is a ready-to-wear store made in Nigeria. Catering to all sizes, this womenswear brand offers stylish, timeless, and versatile pieces.
In an era where African fashion is gaining unprecedented global recognition, Nigerian designer Olamide Adetayo is carving out a space for herself with a brand that seamlessly merges innovation, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage. As the creative force behind LAMIDEOFFICIAL, Olamide has been instrumental in reshaping perceptions of African fashion, offering designs that exude both sophistication and bold individuality.
LoraShen & Lab91 present a joint location at Ukrainian Fashion Week dedicated to naive Ukrainian art
Naïve art inspires billions of people around the world. It gives hope for a brighter future and makes you look at the world through the eyes of a child.
Maria Prymachenko is a prominent representative of naïve art in Ukraine. She depicted colorful flowers and fantasy animals in her paintings, which she dressed in Ukrainian national clothes and gave them characteristic features inherent in people.
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.
COPENHAGEN FASHION WEEK
Fine Chaos is an androgynous, youthful, and expressive brand that finds beauty in unexpected places and elements.
Continuing its legacy of weaving powerful narratives through fashion, FINE CHAOS presents its Fall/Winter 2025 collection, ‘ATARAXIS’, a post-apocalyptic exploration of hope amidst chaos.
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.
Frederik Berner Kühl is the designer and founder of his eponymous brand Berner Kühl.
Informed by a past in production before moving on to design and a Master's degree from Polimoda in Firenze, Frederik is striving to convey his vision in ultimate materiality. Prolonging his vision of texture and feel, his ideas first solidify into materials, which are then driving the actual design.
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 three opened with the Zalando Visionary Award 2025 Finalist Showcase and Exhibition featuring Feben, Iamisigo, and Rave Review, concluding with a celebratory dinner in the evening.
Caro Editions makes beautiful clothes for real people. Clothes that make you feel good. Embodying quality, craft and authenticity. Playful and easy to wear, often with a characteristic Caro touch in shape or detailing.
Under the creative direction of founder Caroline Brasch and based in Copenhagen, Caro Editions presents two collections a year as well as one-off upcycled denim and limited edition statement pieces with handmade details.
Henrik Vibskov is a renowned danish fashion designer, artist, curator and musician. Commonly associated with the fashion brand carrying the same name, the designer's work is known for its enticing universes and crossover into art installation, scenography, costumes, video, performance and exhibitions.
For the AW25 collection, Henrik Vibskov explores the intricate dance between humanity’s desire to dominate nature and the serene, self-preserving forces that govern the natural world.
Impeccable quality and craftsmanship are at the heart and soul of the MKDT Studio aesthetic. The tailored Atelier collections, made according to the couture tradition, can be found in the adjacent design studio in central Copenhagen.
MKDT Studio's sustainability lies within the timeless design, crafting a closet full of long-lasting pieces that survive season after season.
Kamo International stands for the timeless artistry of garment craftsmanship.
Their designs are an ode to manufacturing traditions, artisan skill, and human dignity. The brand curates wardrobe essentials and staple items that epitomize simplicity and cleverness, destined to become cherished classics in your personal collection of goods.
Skall Studio is known for their Danish signature knitwear, spun from Danish wool in one of the few remaining spinning mills in Denmark and afterwards knitted in one of the few remaining knitting factories in Denmark. A way to support craftsmanship and local production and to ensure transparency in the supply chain. Skall Studio is GOTS certified.
The duo Roe Eskildsen acute attention to timeless design has created the foundation for The Garment, which is visually curated by the monochrome universe of Sophia Roe and the design heritage of Charlotte Eskildsen with impeccable knitwear and precise tailoring.
HERSKIND’s AW25 collection effortlessly captures the brand’s urban sophistication and its signature interplay between femininity and masculinity. With a strong foundation in sartorial craftsmanship and premium fabrics, the collection is an exploration of wearable luxury. Designed for the stylish, contemporary woman, the pieces strike a balance between Scandinavian coolness and international allure, delivering a wardrobe that’s equal parts versatile and experimental.
Copenhagen-based lifestyle brand aiayu has been pioneering responsible, forever-favorite wardrobe staples since 2005. Meticulously crafted by master artisans in Bolivia, India, Nepal and Europe, aiayu’s collections are entirely made from pure, natural fibres in nature’s own colour palette reflecting its Scandinavian sensitivity.
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 two of AW25 Copenhagen Fashion Week commenced on Tuesday, kicking off with the CIFF Fashion Fair Breakfast, who will share the key takeaways from this year's trade show. Event highlights of the day include the Tekla breakfast, the Sophie Brahe Showroom opening and much more.
Created by two friends in the free-town of Christiania, Copenhagen in 1995, ALIS went from being a local voice to a national movement.
The AW25 collection and runway show, titled “Comeback Culture,” will tell the story of an emotionally resilient journey, celebrating the power of transformation and renewal by bridging the past and future through the artefacts and personas of a new generation
Rolf Ekroth is a sustainable fashion brand that creates gender neutral clothing designed to fit various body types, promoting inclusivity while reducing waste.
This collection is a reflection of endurance—not just through the endless northern winters but through the creative process itself. For Fall/Winter 2025, No Distance Left to Run draws inspiration from the harsh realities of surviving winters in the north.
Designed and proven in Iceland.
Being from Iceland and nearly a century old gives 66°North a competitive advantage over competitors. In 1926, Hans Kristjánsson founded the company in Suðureyri (66.1311° N, 23.5272° W) making protective clothing for Icelanders.
Won Hundred is a Copenhagen-based fashion brand founded in 2004 by Nikolaj Nielsen. Rooted in denim craftsmanship and unwavering quality, Won Hundred curate contemporary ready-to-wear collections and denim assortments, striving to create enduring products that unite distinctive design with versatile wardrobe essentials, transcending age and gender boundaries.
Deadwood is a force for good in an uncertain world.
The Stockholm based brand was founded in 2012 by Carl Ollson and Felix von Bahder - two friends sharing a vision of challenging the status quo. The core idea was simple; Garments and accessories made from materials that otherwise would have gone to waste.
STAMM FW2025 collection and presentation is titled 100p PASSION.
Stamm showcases her designs that celebrate innovation and sustainability. A new denim capsule featuring rose printed jeans is an example from Stamm’s personal passion of using her everyday photos of the rose garden she had her studio next to since launching the brand.
BERLIN FASHION WEEK
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.
STREET FASHION
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.
Threadbare's New State of Mind campaign brings to the forefront inner confidence and independence. Effortless styling meets a fresh attitude. With clothes that reflect a modern-day city aesthetic, new ground is broken.
MODELS
“Hello! I'm really excited to be doing this piece with you and sharing this experience and journey I'm on! I'm 21 years old and currently studying at Northumbria University doing Fine-Art to then progress into the Met Police as a homicide detective.”
“Hi, my name is Michaela Knight and I’m a 22 year old trained catwalk and editorial model.”
“Hi Swanky Mag and readers, I’m Tracy Williams, a 23-year-old Philadelphia native who’s currently running for the title of Miss Pennsylvania USA on April 23rd. I own a business called “More Than Just a Woman”. We are a woman empowerment company dedicated to feminine elevation. We teach all things focusing on confidence, character, and destiny. I’m an inspirational speaker who’s spoken throughout Philadelphia. I’ve also spoken to the youth in Liberia virtually, last year.”
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“Hello, I'm Lia Rose (model name) I'm a model who encourages others to do what they've always dreamed of by modeling (literally) first. My motto is to be H.O.T (Humble, open, transparent) also what my church signifies. It's an honor to be accepted. I hope you all find joy and remember that you're appreciated.”
“I'm Valerie, a young black aspiring lawyer and currently modeling for my first year.”
“Good day to all readers! My name is Olga Kozlova, I am from Russia, from the wonderful city of Kaliningrad. In my life I do two things that give me a lot of pleasure: I am an event maker and a plus-size model.”
“My name is Charmaine Dore born in 1999. l have been living in the heart of Harare for years now. l am a commercial, fashion, pageantry and a fitness model based in Harare, Zimbabwe. l'm a young lady who totally hates selfishness, violence, laziness and pride. In my spare time l love to go for fishing fish as a pet ,but not as a dish. Reading magazine's and baking though sometimes it doesn't always come out the way l like are my hobbies.”
“Hi! 🌸 let me introduce myself my name is Oleksandra Starynets!”
“My name is Sloane M. Perron, and I am a professor, editor, journalist, and most recently a mode! I believe that being a well-rounded person and immersing yourself in new experiences is vital to living a full life. Through modeling, I explore other facets of myself while making connections with incredibly talented photographers, models, directors, and other creatives.”
“My name is Breona Wilson, I am a petite model based in Salt Lake City, Utah, and I am hoping to inspire young girls but also those are who professional to fresh faces in the industry how to empower themselves especially for women of color. Height has also been a big focus for me in this field many girls feel they can’t cause they're short or don’t have what it takes. I want to tell those others that you can do anything even if it seems impossible, fear is the mind-killer.”
“I am a hairstylist and published model based out of Savannah, GA. Modeling has opened so many doors for me and created amazing friendships. I enjoy getting to work with so many creatives!”
“Hello! My name is Elle Baldwinson, I am an internationally published model from North Lincolnshire, I’ve been modelling now for four years now and it was the best decision I’ve ever made! The modelling world has changed my life.”
“I modelled when I was younger for a couple of years in my early teens, but it wasn’t for me at the time. I was then re-introduced to freelance modelling at 20 and I’ve been doing it occasionally ever since.”
“Hey everyone, I'm Sam I'm 33 from Dorset, UK and I've been modelling now for coming up 12 years ❤”
“Hello! I am so happy about this interview and very excited to be able to share with all your audience a bit of my work, which I am so passionate about. Although modelling for me is a hobby at the moment, it takes up a lot of time in my life and has now become a part of me. For those who don't know me, I'm Carlota! From a very young age, I have started this path, which is bringing me more and more opportunities in this wonderful world.”
“I am a mum, a carer, a wife, and a model..… I am thankful every day that I can work in a job that I love so much. Fashion is in my blood, and I am both privileged and grateful to be able to say that I am a 48-year-old fashion model, who has been in the business, around my education and family, since I was 17 years old.”
“I am a hobbyist self-portraiture artist and model, but my full-time job is as a lawyer. I love delving into fantasy worlds and exploring new worlds with fellow creatives. My heart sings for fairytales and adventures and I can never resist a beautiful ruin or estate house to unleash my imagination.”
Model & actress Kit_e_x has taken the modeling world by storm, and is a mental health warrior ambassador, we caught up with her to ask a little more about her journey!
PHOTOGRAPHER
“Hello! My name is Andrey Lukovnikov. I was born and raised in St. Petersburg and began my journey into the world of photography in this city as a concert photographer.”
“Hello! My name is Mercedes and I'm a photographer in both Toronto, Canada, and California, USA. I am 24 years. I love to be creative, and my hobbies include drawing, designing, and reading. I have a very outgoing and bubbly personality with a side of sarcasm. As much as I love to hang out with friends, I also enjoy my alone time. You can usually find me near the water, in the gym, or taking a photograph!”
“Hello readers, allow me to introduce myself, my name is Darryl Palapuz. I am 31 years old. I am a photographer/cinematographer based in a small city in Central Canada called Winnipeg. I was born in a small town in the Philippines and migrated to Winnipeg back in '04. I love to travel and experience every culture there is and learn from them, meet all kinds of people, and try their food, can't forget that.”
“Hello Swanky, I am Jane, 35 years old, photographer and retoucher for 10 years, specializing in studio and outdoor portrait.”
“I’m Dario Tucci, I’m a photographer. I live in Naples and I’m lucky to travel around Italy thanks to my job!”
“Hi everyone! I am Stef van Vuuren. I am an ex-South African now in the UK for 17 years and live in a beautiful quiet village near Southampton with my wife Saskia and our 2 gorgeous cats, Floki a mix Maine Coon, and Isla a purebred Maine Coon female kitten.”
“Hello! I am Jo Morley, I’m a 22-year-old professional photographer. I love many genres of photography, however, fashion photography is what I’m most passionate about.”
“Hi! My name is Antonina Proskurina, I am a photographer from Russia. It's been a long way to photography, and now I feel like I'm doing what I have to do.”
“Greetings, thanks for having me. I'm Timothy Kionte’, also known as TK, the Eye behind TK Eye Photography. I was born and raised in a small town in eastern North Carolina. Growing up I was always into the arts. I started playing the trumpet in the third grade, picked up drawing, painting, and worked a little bit on small school theatre productions. I took a gap year after high school before I decided to go to college and major in Photography and media arts.”
“Hello there! My name is Eleonora Richardson, known as Ellie Rich. I'm a Denver-based photographer, specializing in Fine Art portraits, Fantasy, High-end Fashion, and Aesthetic Boudoir. My photography is not limited to these genres - I simply enjoy working on unique, complex, and challenging projects that have a lot of space for creativity and require a strong skill set.”
“I am obsessed with my 3 beautiful kids and 2 grandchildren. I was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. I am a working professional in mortgage servicing. Hobbies and being around like-minded people bring me joy! I like doing something new every quarter. It allows me to have a creative outlet, helps with growth and seeing others and life from a different perspective.”
“Hi! I’m Adrianna Aguilera, I am a mother of two, my son Tyler is where some of my crazier ideas come from, and when I’m not behind the lens or getting creative with my littles I’m a shift supervisor at my local Starbucks! My photography business gets its’ name from my daughter Gwyneth and the love that both my husband and I have for penguins. I love getting to meet new people and helping them get to see just how amazing they are through my work.”
“I started Photography 2 years ago as a hobby and ever since I’ve been obsessed with finding the perfect light.”
“I’m a professional portrait, landscape, fashion, glamour, and scene photographer, based in Latina (Italy). I love nature, and where I live (Latina, a small city of Lazio in Italy) where there are countless amazing natural reserves such as Circeo National Park and the Dune of Sabaudia, my favorite locations.”
“I’m a photographer, poet, comedian, show host, and middle child from Columbus. I really love art and conversation so this is kind of my jam.”
“Hello Everyone, my name is Jeff Wilson also known as Jeffsoreal, I am 28 years old. Born and raised in Philadelphia, pa; I’ve recently become a U.S. Soldier and Serve our country proud.”
DESIGNER
The Tess Mann Haute Couture brand embodies beauty, uniqueness and stresses individuality for the fashion forward sophisticated bride desiring wedding gowns of the highest caliber.
Swanky Fashion Magazine interview luxury womenswear fashion designer, Alexandra Novacki, from Cheshire Fashion Week 2022!
Swanky Fashion Magazine interviews the talented streetwear fashion designer, Just Conceited, from Fashion Week 2022.
Swanky Fashion Magazine interviews the talented fashion designer, Fab Apparel by Mo, from Cheshire Fashion Week 2022!
Swanky Fashion Magazine interviews sustainable & handmade pieces by brand, Noa and Rain, from Cheshire Fashion Week 2022!
Swanky Fashion Magazine interviews the talented fashion designer Harry Sutton from Cheshire Fashion Week 2022!
Swanky Fashion Magazine interviews the talented bespoke fashion & bridal label, Eden Keshia, from Cheshire Fashion Week 2022!
Swanky Fashion Magazine interviews the finest bespoke couture designs ATK Fashion House from Cheshire Fashion Week 2022!
JEWELLERY
Today, Philipp Plein introduces a completely new business segment of his group: the luxury watch division made in Switzerland.
Guests were invited to a black-tie soiree hosted by Philipp Plein, including an exclusive presentation of the new Crypto King & Crypto Queen Luxury Swiss Made Time Machines.
Fool's Gold, a leading jewellery brand known for its unique and innovative designs, has announced the launch of its latest collection, the Festival Collection. Inspired by the vibrant and lively spirit of festivals, the collection features a range of colourful gemstones and enamel pieces that are perfect for adding a playful touch to any outfit.
Award-winning jewellery brand The Rock Hound - founded by gemmologist-jeweller Susi Smither - has once again been selected as one of just nine ethical and sustainable jewellery brands for their latest jewellery pop-up in collaboration with Selfridges Project Earth.
BEAUTY
Dafne Evangelista is gearing up for an exciting month, as May marks some of the biggest events in the industry.
Make Up Artist Aimée Carr Redefines Concept of “Clean Beauty” with Vegan, Inclusive VOODOO MAKEUP Line
Introducing the perfect everyday makeup collection that promises to make the ultimate difference. This fall season, at the star-studded New York Fashion Week (NYFW), PrettyLittleThing, UK-Based Fashion, Beauty and Lifestyle Brand, is launching their newest - vegan and cruelty free - 18-piece makeup collection in collaboration with beauty influencer, Amra Olević Reyes (AmRezy).
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.
VINTAGE
'Memoirs of a Golden Age' is series of captivating photostories that takes us back to the vintage era. This collection beautifully encapsulates the essence of the past, bringing to life the charm and elegance (as well as the crimes!) that defined those times. The richness of detail in each photo paints a vivid picture, allowing viewers to step into a bygone era.
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.
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