The AW2000 show by Hussein Chalayan felt more like a piece of performance art than a traditional runway event. Known for blending conceptual design with wearable art, Chalayan used this collection to explore themes like migration, identity, and the constant change that comes with a globalized world. The show was all about movement and transformation, both in a literal and symbolic way.

In the world of haute couture, few designers craft stories as beautifully as Robert Wun. This Hong Kong-born, London-based talent is known for his avant-garde designs that go beyond just clothing—they are true works of art, echoing the narrative complexity of masters like Leonardo and Michelangelo. 

The practice of burning unsold high-fashion items is one of the fashion industry’s darkest secrets, a practice that has far-reaching consequences. According to a report by Business of Fashion, an eye-watering 500 million euros worth of clothes are discarded annually by the industry. While this number is already unsettling, the true cost extends far beyond just monetary loss.

In the 1990s, a distinct shift in fashion emerged, as designers began to critique and reject the excesses of the 1980s. Gone was the obsession with sculpted bodies and high-gloss glamour; instead, a new wave of avant-garde fashion focused on breaking conventions and redefining beauty.