A fun dive into the Met Gala 2026 theme, “Costume Art” - do we like it? What it means, why the exhibition sounds gorgeous, and all my early thoughts (plus wild predictions) about what might hit the carpet. Including what the dress code might be, because they left that part out... for now.

Fashion’s chaos meter has officially exploded with Olivier Rousteing exiting Balmain after fourteen groundbreaking years, Anok Yai finally claims her well-deserved Model of the Year crown, and Timothée Chalamet’s latest Vogue cover has the internet in collective disbelief. In this post I break down the week’s wildest style headlines with all the drama, wit, and disbelief they deserve.

The Met Gala: where fashion meets fantasy and chaos meets couture. With the 2026 theme still under wraps, I’m diving headfirst into my dream predictions - from gothic glamour to surrealist Schiaparelli, celestial mystique to the ultimate muse moment. Which would you bet on? Get ready for drama, opulence, and the most imaginative red carpet yet.

I landed an internship with a Paris Fashion Week designer - and it was a chaotic, unpaid mess. From poker chips to red flags, here’s the unfiltered truth they don’t show on the runway. Julia Hobbs ended up walking the show! Crazy! Always stick up for yourself.

Miguel Castro Freitas makes a bold debut at Mugler, delivering theatrical silhouettes, piercing-led designs, and a masterclass in modern sensuality. Balancing Mugler’s dramatic legacy with fresh innovation, his SS26 collection is daring, disruptive, and unapologetically empowering. Expect feathers, fringe, flawless tailoring, and a whole lot of drama.

Stella McCartney’s SS26 show wasn’t just fashion, it was poetry and power all rolled into one. Opening with Helen Mirren reciting “Come Together” and closing with Alex Consani floating in feather-free lilac, this was a collection that meant something. It fused ethics with elegance, pom-poms with peplums, and activism with artistry. From boxy suits to marshmallow dresses, Stella proved you can be powerful and planet-conscious all at once. Fashion with a purpose!

Anthony Vaccarello's SS26 collection for Saint Laurent unfolded against a majestic Eiffel Tower backdrop, blending Parisian elegance with theatrical flair. With sharp tailoring, unexpected fabrics, and a grand finale of pleated, ruffled gowns, the show offered a three-act fashion spectacle that was nothing short of breathtaking.

Discover the most anticipated shows of Paris Fashion Week SS26, from iconic fashion house debuts to headline-making creative director shakeups. Explore Mimi’s curated schedule, top picks, and insider commentary on the season’s most unmissable runway moments.

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

Meryl Streep and Stanley Tucci stole the spotlight in character at Dolce & Gabbana’s Milan show, filming scenes for The Devil Wears Prada 2 — right beside Anna Wintour, no less. But the real drama was on the runway. Titled “PJ Obsession,” the SS26 collection delivered 66 looks of unapologetic striped glamour, luxurious loungewear, and seductive Sicilian tailoring. It was theatrical, maximalist, and undeniably Dolce. Who knew pyjamas could look this powerful?