Chanel unveils its first campaign under Matthieu Blazy, Givenchy introduces Sarah Burton’s debut bag, Stella McCartney embraces art-world play with Jeff Koons, and more fashion this week.
Chanel’s latest campaign marks the house’s first visual statement under Matthieu Blazy, shot in the hillside villa on the French Riviera Coco herself named La Pausa, the campaign offers a subtle yet telling shift in mood, with every model smiling for their photo. Rather than leaning into spectacle, the imagery foregrounds texture, movement, and a sense of human closeness. It’s a measured opening move, one that suggests Blazy is more interested in emotional resonance than immediate impact.
More fashion news this week…
Givenchy Makes It a Snatch
Sarah Burton introduces The Snatch, her first bag for Givenchy, and with it, a clear signal of intent. Compact and sculptural, the design reframes power dressing through restraint, precision, and tactility. The bag’s sharp lines nod to the house’s legacy while avoiding nostalgia, instead positioning itself as a contemporary object of desire. It’s a debut that feels confident and controlled, setting the tone for Burton’s evolving vision at Givenchy.
Stella McCartney Goes Doggy Style with Jeff Koons
Artsy, kitschy and crafty: together the designer and artist collaborate on a limited-edition capsule of collectable ready-to-wear and accessories launching alongside McCartney’s Spring 2026 collection, extending the union between two creative forces and longtime friends. A new, tongue in cheek slogan is introduced, “Doggy Style” featured alongside one of two canine Koons artworks, illustrations of his Yorkshire Terriers and Poodle sculptures, both personally selected by Stella from the artist’s 1991 Made in Heaven series. The result is playful, self-aware pieces that refuse to take themselves too seriously.
Wales Bonner Finds Harmony in Morning Raga
Presented during Men’s Fashion Week, Wales Bonner’s Autumn Winter 2026 collection, Morning Raga, continues the designer’s exploration of spirituality, culture, and form. Styled by Tom Guinness and shot by Malick Bodian, the lookbook frames the collection through modernist architectural ideals of balance and purity. Drawing inspiration from Indian architect Balkrishna Doshi, the garments move between structure and softness. It’s a wardrobe that prioritises calm, rhythm, and quiet emotional depth.
Lacoste Serves Club Energy in Melbourne
Lacoste expands its global lifestyle narrative with the launch of Le Club Lacoste Melbourne, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to community-driven sport culture. Alongside this, German tennis star Eva Lys is announced as the brand’s new female ambassador, a new generation of athletes who embody performance, individuality, and modern femininity.
UNDERCOVER Makes Everyday Subversive Again
For Pre-Fall 2026, UNDERCOVER returns to its core design language, refining its signature techniques of docking, layering, and mix-and-match construction. Rather than relying on overt embellishment, expression emerges through silhouette, material movement, and dimensional play. The collection feels quietly radical, designed to integrate seamlessly into daily life while retaining its subversive edge.
Peachy Den Brings the Bumster Back
How low can you go? Peachy Den revisits the bumster silhouette with a contemporary sensibility, reframing the low-rise cut through comfort, fit, and body awareness. Rather than leaning into shock value, the brand offers a playful take on skirts, shorts and trousers. The revival taps into ongoing conversations around Y2K fashion while pushing the silhouette forward. It’s nostalgic, but knowingly so.
David Koma Enters the Supergirl Universe
David Koma’s Pre-Fall 2026 collection arrives in collaboration with Warner Bros, timed with the release of DC Studios’ highly anticipated Supergirl film. Starring Yasmin Wijnaldum, the looks feel cinematic, with loads of sculptural silhouettes, reds and blues and familiar logos, superhero style.
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