Louise Trotter made her highly anticipated debut at Bottega Veneta with the SS26 collection, becoming the first woman to lead the house. Live from Milan, the show was a masterclass in sculptural minimalism, playful textures, and refined elegance - from liquid-like powder-blue coats and hypnotic fringe to top-to-toe intrecciato and bold red finales. Trotter’s debut was all about movement, tactility, and a fresh take on Bottega’s heritage, confirming the house is in incredibly

Dario Vitale’s Versace debut was a fashion reboot. In this blog post, I unpack the chaos, colour, and craftsmanship of his intimate SS26 presentation, from the marble-drenched venue to the beaded bras and clown trousers. With 75 layered, 80s-inspired looks, Vitale’s first collection asks: what is the spirit of Versace in 2025? I review my favourite looks, call out the missteps, and explore whether this bold new direction delivers the comeback the house has been craving.

From Marco Rambaldi’s crochet masterpieces to Blumarine’s butterfly-filled femininity and Tod’s leather-forward approach, Milan Fashion Week SS26 offered a diverse mix of craftsmanship, drama, and quiet luxury. Here’s my take on the standout moments, favourite looks, and textures that defined each collection.

Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2026 is in full swing, and day three delivered standout shows from Max Mara, Hugo Boss, Emporio Armani, Francesco Murano, and Roberto Cavalli. From crisp tailoring and tonal layering to full gold glamour, each collection showcased fresh takes on luxury and femininity. This post breaks down every runway moment worth knowing - including key looks, styling notes, and my personal favourites.

Silvia Venturini Fendi’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection delivered a visual feast of texture, colour, and craftsmanship - from cherry tomato red tailoring to woven fur coats and laser-cut florals. With 84 bold looks, the runway was a masterclass in modern Italian elegance, proving that fashion doesn’t need a single definition, just feeling.

Day 3 of Milan Fashion Week was a full spectrum of vibes - from Jil Sander’s muted minimalism to Missoni’s sparkly beach club glam, and KNWLS’ edgy, Nike-laced debut. It was a rollercoaster of safe bets, standout tailoring, and full-throttle fashion energy. I feel confused, impressed, and slightly obsessed, the perfect mix.

Diesel kicked off MFW SS26 with a city-wide egg hunt and 55 full runway looks sealed in transparent capsules. Forget the catwalk - this show took over the streets of Milan, blending fashion, fun, and full-blown chaos in true Diesel style.

Day three of LFW was an emotional rollercoaster — I walked my first show, closed it, and then dove straight into reporting on standout collections from Talia Byre, Ashley Williams, Tove, Emilia Wickstead, Marques’Almeida, and Dilara Findikoglu. From cherry-stained corsets and chaotic cosplay vibes to romantic tailoring and punky hardware, today proved why London is still one of the most thrilling fashion weeks in the world.

Day two of London Fashion Week delivered an electric mix of emerging talent and legacy names, with standout collections from Patrick McDowell, Toga, Ahluwalia, Roksanda, and a jaw-dropping 56-look finale by Richard Quinn. Plus, a personal highlight - I was officially confirmed to walk a runway tomorrow, and the excitement is very real.

Experience a full day at London Fashion Week with Mimi’s insider recap of the 19th, covering standout SS26 shows from Paul Costelloe, Di Petsa, Fashion East, Mark Fast, Chopova Lowena, Labrum London, and the JW Anderson x British Fashion Council dinner. From magical mermaid-inspired designs to innovative menswear, discover the highlights, emerging talent, and must-see runway moments shaping LFW 2025.