After an exceptional couture debut, anticipation for Matthieu Blazy’s ready-to-wear vision at Chanel reached new heights. Presented during Paris Fashion Week, the collection explored subtle ballet influences, archive-driven reinvention and a renewed sense of rarity surrounding the house. This piece examines how Blazy is reshaping Chanel’s identity, balancing heritage with experimentation as demand continues to grow.

If the menswear and couture shows are anything to go by, womenswear is about to be very exciting. In this post I’m breaking down the styling, silhouettes and overall vibe I expect to dominate the runway next season. From 2000s club classics and lace overload to tailored leather, inside-out construction and perfectly imperfect styling, this first instalment of trend forecasting focuses on the more delicate elements of the runway – and why blending in is officially boring again