Fashion, the red carpet, beauty, and the stylists who build a public image.
CFDA
New York designer Zane Li, of the label Lii, won the 2026 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund on Oct. 20, with $300,000 and business mentorship for the winner.
Victoria's Secret
Victoria's Secret staged its Fashion Show in Los Angeles on 18 October, the first time in 19 years, with veteran models, new faces, four musical acts and a free YouTube stream.
Burberry
Frasers Group disclosed on October 12, 2026 that it holds exposure to 7.42% of Burberry's voting rights, all through sold put options. The filing follows a 6.32% disclosure.
Paris Fashion Week
Designers responded to declining consumer demand with extravagant spectacle and elevated craftsmanship rather than price cuts as spring-summer 2027 collections debuted.
unions
Costume designers earn different rates depending on production budget tier and city under IATSE Local 892 agreements. Learn how the union sets minimums across budget categories.
brand ambassadors
Gant names actor Theo James as ambassador for fall 2026. The appointment reflects a broader industry shift toward casting established film and television performers instead of traditional models.
Cover Stars
First shoots at around 12, then Playboy and a 2025 Magnifiqué cover by Richard Lancaster. Monique Lester's career is now moving into lingerie design.
costume design
California's emissions reporting law and studio commitments are forcing costume and wardrobe teams to rethink how they source, clean and dispose of garments.
costume design
Costume Rental Corporation's closure after 50 years reflects a crisis for below-the-line wardrobe vendors amid a sustained Los Angeles production slowdown.
product placement
The process requires months of advance planning and careful alignment between production teams and brand executives, with costume designers holding the power to approve which brands appear on screen.
costume design
Researchers consult museum collections, historical documents and textile experts to ensure that every garment reflects its era's materials and construction techniques.
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