Margaux Lefèvre
Haute couture and fashion history
Margaux Lefèvre writes on haute couture and the long history of French fashion from Paris. Holds an EHESS doctorate on Vionnet's archive.
Fashioning Identity: Design as Cultural Narrative
Fashion has evolved beyond ornamentation, emerging as a medium where cultural stories are told and identities are redefined, supported by sustainable practices and innovative design.
The Auction Room as Barometer: How Shifts in Demand Define Art Commerce
As generational wealth pivots and global collecting habits diversify, auction houses recalibrate their approach to the art market's evolving pulse.
Historical Narratives Revived: Argentine Art Collection Auction Highlights Van Gogh and Cézanne
A landmark auction places masterpieces by Van Gogh and Cézanne in the spotlight, reframing their relevance within contemporary dialogues about art preservation and cultural memory.
When Fashion Becomes Art: Film Costumes at Auction
Costume pieces from iconic films, including *The Devil Wears Prada 2*, are stepping from screen to auction block, redefining their place in art and fashion history.
Fashion Films: Reframing Storytelling in the Industry
As fashion films evolve from marketing tools to narrative forms, their potential to convey identity and context reshapes industry norms.
The Future of Fashion: Nostalgia Meets Innovation
Fashion designers are threading the past into the future, blending retro aesthetics with technical innovation and sustainability in their ateliers.
Kiaf Seoul at 25: A Quarter-Century of Cultural Exchange
Kiaf Seoul marks its 25th anniversary with over 210 galleries, asserting its importance as both a hub for Korea’s contemporary art scene and a global meeting point for collectors and creators.
Fashion's Playful Innovations: From Haute Couture to Everyday Design
Designers like Robert Wun and IKEA merge utility with whimsy, marking a shift towards practical, playful creativity across fashion and furniture.
From Pitch to Runway: Sporting CP’s Rebranding and the Fusion of Sports and Fashion
Sporting CP’s new identity is more than a football club’s refresh; it’s a case study in how the aesthetics of sports branding are shaping contemporary fashion design and consumer identity.
Venezuelan Artists Forge Unity in Post-Earthquake Creations
In response to Venezuela's recent earthquakes, a coalition of artists transforms collective grief into acts of resilience, using their work to explore trauma, healing, and community ties.
The Future of Luxury: Redefining Value in a Changing Market
Luxury brands are navigating shifts in consumer values by prioritizing sustainability, authenticity, and bespoke experiences, reshaping traditional notions of exclusivity.
Decoding the Past: How Technology is Transforming Art Conservation
Hidden images in John Singer Sargent’s work and digital reconstructions of ancient artifacts highlight the evolving synergy between art and technology in conserving cultural heritage.
Through the Lens of Schiaparelli: Fashion Photography as Art
Elsa Schiaparelli’s innovative use of photography transcended documentation, framing couture as visual art and influencing generations of imagemakers.
Activewear's Unscripted Future: New Brands Reshape the Market
The evolution of consumer priorities has given rise to smaller activewear brands that challenge the dominance of Lululemon and its peers, demanding innovation across the industry.
Fashion’s Dual Renaissance: Sustainability and Cultural Identity
As the demand for ethical fashion rises, designers respond with collections rooted in heritage and sustainability, reshaping an industry long defined by excess.
Pieced Histories: Contemporary Quilting as a Cultural Canvas
Black artists are reshaping quilting, intertwining fabric, identity, and heritage into layered narratives that confront history and affirm community.
Fashion and Technology: The New Grammar of E-Commerce
From virtual fitting rooms to AI-driven personal shoppers, technology is reshaping how fashion houses connect with their customers in an increasingly digital retail landscape.
Bianca Saunders Wins BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund, Solidifying Her Place in Contemporary Fashion
The British designer’s accolade celebrates her unique vision and reinforces the imperative of fostering diversity within the fashion industry.
Onitsuka Tiger’s Lifestyle Pivot: Fashion Branding in Transition
The Japanese heritage brand enters high-end lifestyle territory, challenging consumer expectations and retail norms in the process.
Snap’s AR Glasses: A Digital Lens on the Future of Fashion
Blurring the lines between wearable tech and couture, Snap's AR glasses redefine design for function and form.
The Impact of Technology on Modern Jewelry: DNA Tracing and Blockchain
In the luxury jewelry sector, DNA tracing and blockchain technology promise unprecedented transparency, offering potential solutions to ethical sourcing challenges.
Cultural Identity in Contemporary Fashion: Heritage as a Design Imperative
A new generation of designers is redefining fashion as a medium for cultural storytelling, challenging conventions and diversifying global aesthetics.
Traditional Crafts and Contemporary Design: A Sustainable Convergence
From hand-dyed fabrics to carved wood furniture, traditional craftsmanship informs modern design with sustainable practices, bridging heritage and innovation.
Sustainability at Centre Stage: Fashion’s World Cup Transformation
The 2023 World Cup reveals how sustainability initiatives in sportswear have leapt from niche experiments to centre-stage commitments, using recycled materials to reshape the fashion industry’s priorities.
Code and Nostalgia: The Material Memory of Kuba Święcicki
By repurposing VHS tape and cassette recordings, Kuba Święcicki transforms obsolete materials into contemporary dialogues on memory and obsolescence.
Chanel’s Jewelry Design Enters a New Chapter Under Marie-Laure Cérède
The appointment of Cartier alumna Marie-Laure Cérède marks a pivotal shift in Chanel's jewelled ambitions, blending legacy with a focus on innovation.
Cultural Reflections: Art and Society in the Modern Age
In 2023, artists navigate society’s fractures through exhibitions that provoke and challenge, from Berlin’s protest installations to Lagos's multimedia statements.
FOG Architecture and MSLAN: Crafting Narratives in Fashion Spaces
A retail collaboration in Quanzhou blurs the line between architecture and fashion, using spatial storytelling to redefine how garments meet their audience.
Fashion on the Frontline of the Climate Crisis
As climate risks intensify, the fashion industry faces pressure to reconcile its role in environmental harm with its potential for systemic change.
Zero-Waste Textiles at New Designers 2026: Can Deadstock Shape the Future of Fashion?
At London's New Designers 2026, graduate projects spotlight zero-waste innovation, challenging the fashion industry to rethink its relationship with materials like deadstock and second-hand yarn.