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Olivier Rousteing Exits Balmain

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8 months ago

7 November 2025

Olivier Rousteing is officially leaving his post as Balmain’s creative director

After more than a decade of redefining modern luxury with his fearless ideas, inclusive vision, and celebrity-driven influence Olivier Rousteing is officially leaving his post as Balmain’s creative director.

The 40-year-old designer, who’s led the Parisian house since 2011, broke the news himself on Instagram this Wednesday. “Today marks the end of my Balmain era,” he wrote, calling it both “a love story” and “a life story.” His post felt deeply personal thankful, nostalgic, and proud.

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Balmain confirmed his exit soon after, thanking him for his “visionary approach” and hinting that a new creative direction will be announced “in due course.”

When Rousteing first took charge at just 25: he made headlines for two reasons, his age and his presence. He was one of the youngest ever to lead a major Parisian fashion house and one of the few Black designers at that level. Over 14 years, he took Balmain from a quiet couture label to a world-recognized luxury brand.

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His aesthetic was easy to spot: sharp shoulders, structured cuts, and high-shine finishes. But what really set him apart was how he understood fame and community. Even before fashion lived online, Rousteing had already built his own tribe, the Balmain Army, fronted by Rihanna, Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian, and Naomi Campbell, women who carried his brand of fearless of glamour.

Rousteing’s runways felt more like music events than fashion shows. Lights, sound, energy, and a sense that everyone in the room belonged. He made luxury feel inclusive, without losing its edge.

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His own story only deepened that message. Born in Bordeaux and adopted as a baby, Rousteing discovered later in life that his birth parents were of Somali and Ethiopian descent. That revelation became part of his creative voice; his collections often reflected identity, resilience, and a longing to belong.

A defining chapter closes, no doubt. Rousteing leaves Balmain with a legacy. And knowing him, this isn’t the end of the story, it’s the beginning of something new.

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All the Celebrities Seen at Chanel’s Fall 2026 Couture Show

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16 hours ago

9 July 2026

Maette

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This week, Paris Couture Week for the Fall 2026 season officially kicked off, and on July 7, Chanel presented its latest collection at the Grand Palais in Paris, France. In his second haute couture presentation for the house, Matthieu Blazy drew inspiration from a storybook tied to Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, using the brand’s own archives as inspiration.

On the runway, the collection was a mix of sheer fabrics, rich embroidery, and bejeweled finishes. There were also soft, whimsical elements, from pearl-covered pieces and butterfly-like details to bold floral designs and statement jewelry, giving the presentation a fairy tale feel.

The front row featured a number of familiar faces, including Pedro Pascal, Elizabeth Debicki, Alexa Demie, Teyana Taylor, and Sarah Pidgeon, each bringing their own take on Chanel dressing.

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Teyana Taylor

Teyana Taylor appeared in a sequined denim Canadian tuxedo, made up of a jacket and matching trousers, while Ananya Panday also leaned into denim with a high-waisted skirt and coordinating jacket, styled with two-tone Chanel heels. Lupita Nyong’o appeared in a sequined Fall 2026 Chanel dress. Tilda Swinton and Cole Escola, on the other hand, stepped out in sheer, vintage-inspired looks that echoed Chanel’s signature tweed detailing.

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Sarah Pidgeon

Elsewhere, Sarah Pidgeon wore a white gown that blended plain fabric with tweed elements, paired with classic two-tone pumps. Michelle Yeoh chose a more structured look in a tweed suit set, styled with black cap-toe pumps and a Chanel bag. Alexa Demie wore a black halter-neck gown with a deep neckline and brooch detailing below the waist.

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Elizabeth Debick

Elizabeth Debicki arrived in a Chanel Cruise 2027 look, paired with strappy sandals, while Pedro Pascal rounded things off in a relaxed white ensemble, styled with a striped sweater draped over his shoulders and black Chanel brogues.

See the celebrities who were present at the Chanel show.

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Alexa Demie

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Ananya Panday

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Tilda Swinton

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Lupita Nyong’o in Chanel

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JURIN FROM XG

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Honor Swinton Byrne

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Pedro Pascal

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How to Style Bermuda Shorts for Summer 2026

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3 weeks ago

15 June 2026

Maette

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Bermuda shorts have moved from being a simple summer staple to a common pieces worn by celebrities this summer. Across runways and street style moments, these shorts are no longer considered casual wear but a versatile fashion item that can be dressed up for a range of occasion, depending on how they are styled. From tailored looks to relaxed denim fits, this season is all about how creatively they can be worn.

Tailored Bermuda Shorts

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When paired with a button-down shirt or a fitted tank top, they create a clean office-appropriate look. Zendaya has been seen in tailored Bermuda styling, including a Moschino set styled with a white shirt.

Monochromatic Styling

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Monochromatic styling is one of the easiest ways to style any outfit and Bermuda shorts are no exception. This has appeared in off-duty styling, with Margot Robbie wearing a silk Bermuda set from Beare Park, paired with mesh ballet flats and a structured shoulder bag.

Denim bermuda shorts

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This direction adds a more casual and street-style approach to the trend. They are styled with graphic tees, cropped tops, or basic tanks, and often finished with sneakers. A lighter take on this has been seen on Hailey Bieber, spotted in off-white denim styled with a white crop top. She paired it with socks and sandals, giving a subtle schoolgirl-inspired finish.

Neutral Styling

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Bermuda shorts can go with neutral-toned tops such as beige, white, or brown. This keeps the focus on shape and proportion. Tailored white Bermuda shorts were styled dark green top, a baseball cap, and heels, giving a sporty yet polished feel that blends streetwear with a refined edge.

Layering with Trench Coat

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Light jackets are not limited to colder seasons, as they can work for summer styling when layered over Bermuda shorts. In some styling cases, a neutral trench coat has been styled with a white top tucked into Bermuda shorts in matching muted tones. This gave a layered finish.

Hybrid Bermuda

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Across recent runway collections, Bermuda shorts have also appeared in more experimental forms. Brands such as Balenciaga, Hermès, Bottega Veneta, and Alexander McQueen have included the silhouette into their collections, sometimes blending it with Capri-length cuts, creating hybrid styles. Demi Moore also wore a tailored look, where Bermuda shorts were styled in a structured, in Capri-inspired silhouette, showing how the trend continues to evolve between formal and casual interpretations.

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Flip-Flops Are One of Summer 2026’s Shoe Trends

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4 weeks ago

11 June 2026

Trisha Dona

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Flip-flops are shown in the Spring/Summer 2026 collections as part of the season’s footwear collections. The thong sandal has been revisited by designers and shown in updated forms that extend beyond its traditional association with beachwear and casual dressing.

Across runway presentations, the silhouette is reinterpreted in different forms. The base design remains recognisable, but variations shift through construction, materials, heel height, and surface detailing.

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One of the key reinterpretation is the heeled flip-flop. Wedge versions are presented with slim straps and minimal construction. Flat versions remain present across collections, keeping the original form in circulation while placing emphasis on material and finish.

Platform flip-flops also appear as part of the collections. These are defined by thicker soles and elevated footbeds. Some versions remain restrained in design, while others present more pronounced sole construction. Together, these variations extend the flip-flop into a broader footwear category.

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Material direction is central the evolution of the shape. Leather, suede, satin, woven textures, and moulded rubber appear across different interpretations. Croc-effect finishes and handcrafted surfaces are also used in select designs.

Detailing adds variation across collections. Shell accents, metallic elements, studs, beadwork, and sequins are applied across different versions of the sandal. These treatments range from minimal placement to more visible decoration.

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Color shades use neutral tones and metallic finishes. Black, white, brown, tan, beige, and metallic finishes appear throughout the collections.

Styling across runway presentations places flip-flops with dresses, tailored trousers, denim, skirts, linen pieces, and lightweight separates, moving them beyond beach and resort dressing into runway styling.