Milan’s Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony included a tribute to the late Giorgio Armani, marking the designer’s lasting influence on fashion and Italian culture. Models dressed in green, white, and red Armani designs represented the colors of the Italian flag, creating a visual homage that connected the ceremony to Italy’s sartorial heritage.

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Armani, who passed away in September 2025 at age 91, had a longstanding connection to both fashion and sport. His EA7 Emporio Armani line has been used to outfit Team Italy at major competitions, and this partnership was incorporated into the opening ceremony as part of the tribute.

During the segment, models walked in Armani designs, giving viewers a clear sense of the designer’s aesthetic and contribution to Italian style. The presentation also reflected his influence within the fashion industry and his role in shaping Italy’s presence on the global stage.

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Officials, athletes, and attendees acknowledged the tribute, demonstrating respect for the designer’s work. The ceremony combined athletic celebration with cultural recognition, showing how the Olympics can highlight figures who have had a lasting impact on national and international identity.

The tribute stood out as a key moment on the opening night, placing Armani’s legacy at the forefront of Milano-Cortina 2026. By incorporating his designs and influence into the ceremony, organizers ensured that the Winter Olympics not only celebrated sport but also recognized Italian culture and fashion at an international level.

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Copenhagen has long been known for its street style, during fashion week guests put more thought into their outfits stepping out in laid back or bold layered outfits despite the snow.

Copenhagen Fashion Week 2026 has begun and showed clear seasonal trends, the most photographed outfits came from guests moving between shows. The focus stayed on practical layers, relaxed tailoring, and pieces that can be worn beyond a single event.

Dramatic sleeves, shirts, skirts, and coordinated sets all appeared on the streets. Most were styled with loose cuts and simple shapes, keeping the patterns easy to wear. Matching two-piece sets and oversized button-downs were common, often paired with straight trousers or skirts.

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Outerwear dominated. Faux fur, trench coats, and puffer jackets were layered over basics for warmth and flexibility. The overall fit leaned relaxed rather than tailored

Accessories stayed on top, oversized clutch bags, caps, mini bags and headwear added detail.

Overall, the looks featured loose fits and practical layers with comfort-first styling. Everyday clothing remains central to Copenhagen’s street style.

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The Nike x SKIMS Ballet Sneaker, known as the NikeSKIMS Rift Mesh, has launched. Nike and Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS brand have teamed up for their first sneaker collaboration. It was launched on January 26, 2026, it’s an updated version of Nike’s Air Rift from the ’90s, combining ballet-inspired styling with the shoe’s distinctive split-toe feature.

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The original Nike Air Rift, released in 1996, drew inspiration from the barefoot running techniques of athletes in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, and tabi toe (split toe) that allows natural foot movement – That split-toe feature echoes the famous Maison Margiela Tabi shoes (inspired by traditional Japanese tabi socks).

Key features include:

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•  Tabi toe for split-toe look and natural foot movement.

• Breathable mesh upper (in the initial release) for a close fit.

• Single midfoot strap for easy entry and a secure fit.

• Minimalist midsole that keeps you close to the ground, reflecting to the original Rift’s barefoot design concept.

• Textured logo outsole for subtle grip.

The sneaker is suitable for active wear. Kim Kardashian herself said:

“There’s something so powerful and beautiful about a ballet flat, which is why reimagining the Nike Rift for the first NikeSKIMS sneaker felt perfect. The Rift isn’t just a shoe, it’s a 90s icon that women everywhere have fallen in love with.”

The debut Rift Mesh (in colors like black) released at $150 and sold out quickly at select retailers. Follow-up drops, like the Rift Satin (with satin uppers in black and silt red), are slated for February 5, 2026, as part of SKIMS’ Spring ’26 collection inspired by modern ballerinas (featuring campaigns with BLACKPINK’s LISA). This extends into apparel, accessories, and now footwear.