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Lisa Yang Opens Its First Physical Store in Stockholm

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Lisa Yang Opens Its First Physical Store in Stockholm Lisa Yang, the Stockholm-based fashion house known for its complete cashmere offer for women, men and the home, has announced its first physical store. The 137 sqm space will open at Birger Jarlsgatan 8 in the second half of 2026, with the retail concept developed by architectural firm Studio Anne Holtrop. Founded in 2014 by Lisa Yang and Samuel Stenberg, the brand has, until now, operated exclusively online, building a loyal following through its approach to cashmere rooted in a dialogue between Scandinavian simplicity and the cashmere traditions of Inner Mongolia. “We took our time to quietly build a brand grounded in material intelligence and modernity. Translating this sensibility into a physical environment that unites creativity, craftsmanship and connection is a deliberate and exciting step we have waited for,” says Lisa Yang, Founder and Creative Director. For CEO Samuel Stenberg, the move into physical retail is as much about deepening client relationships as it is about visibility. “Our first physical destination will not only allow us to showcase our brand strengths, but it will also allow us to build deeper relationships with our clients,” he says, noting that Stockholm, where the brand has an established customer base, was the natural starting point. The store opens at Birger Jarlsgatan 8, Stockholm, in the second half of 2026.

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Inside the Louis Vuitton Hotel

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Inside the Louis Vuitton Hotel In Mayfair, Louis Vuitton opens a townhouse shaped by 130 years of the Monogram — a symbol that has travelled the world and returned to London, the site of the House’s first step beyond Paris. The Louis Vuitton Hotel unfolds as an immersive journey through heritage and imagination, where each floor becomes a chapter in the Art of Travel. Rooms dedicated to the Speedy, Keepall, Noé, Alma and Neverfull trace the lives of the House’s most recognisable bags. The Keepall Lobby evokes departures and arrivals; Café Alma carries the quiet geometry of Paris; the Speedy Room hums with the energy of movement; the Neverfull Gym plays with abundance and ease; Bar Noé glows with the intimacy of a champagne bar rooted in a 1932 idea made modern again. Throughout the townhouse, the Monogram appears not as a motif but as a living presence — restored in the Care Services atelier, reimagined through exclusive personalisation, and woven into every gesture of hospitality. The experience feels both historic and immediate, a meeting point between craft and culture. Open for two months, the Louis Vuitton Hotel stands as a temporary home for the Monogram’s past, its present, and the journeys it continues to inspire. images courtesy Louis Vuitton

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McQueen: Beneath the Surface

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McQueen: Beneath the Surface McQueen unveils Beneath the Surface at Fotografiska Shanghai, an exhibition that traces the origins and emotional undercurrents behind the house’s singular aesthetic. The space explores the tension between interiority and exteriority, and the beauty and volatility of nature, through the Autumn Winter 2026 collection and the Manta bag. Inside the exhibition, the Manta appears in multiple iterations, its sculptural folds echoing the architecture of aquatic life. The forms sit alongside the season’s collision of raw realism and curated self‑presentation, a dialogue that has long defined McQueen’s visual language. The opening marked Seán McGirr’s first visit to Shanghai as Creative Director. The afterparty extended the house’s Reverb series, bringing together its local community with a live performance by Mo La Guai Le featuring Amber Kuo. Actors Zhou Yutong, Xiang Hanzhi and Qu Chuxiao were among the guests, underscoring the cultural energy surrounding the house’s arrival in the city. McQueen: Beneath the Surface ran from 18 to 20 April at Fotografiska Shanghai, offering an intimate look at the house’s evolving codes and the creative tensions that continue to shape its identity. image courtesy McQueen

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Susie Cave Presents Weddings and Funerals

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images courtesy Susie Cave Susie Cave Presents Weddings and Funerals Susie Cave opens a new appointment‑only space in Kensington, marking the beginning of a distinct chapter in her creative world. SUSIE CAVE, WEDDINGS AND FUNERALS introduces a demi‑couture offering shaped by the designer’s desire to return to something elemental and personally driven. The pieces carry the familiar tension and elegance of her earlier work, yet stand apart with a sharper, more intimate focus. The shop invites visitors into a subtly surreal environment where black and white form the foundation of a new visual language. Despite the name, the designs are not traditional bridal or funeral attire. Instead, they explore the ceremonial and performative nature of clothing — from minimal monochrome mini‑dresses to elaborate, sculptural silhouettes. The debut collection consists of 25 designs, each custom‑tailored and fully personalisable. The approach reflects Cave’s wish to step away from the industry’s relentless pace and create garments rooted in intention rather than demand. Opening in mid‑late May 2026, SUSIE CAVE, WEDDINGS AND FUNERALS offers a space where ritual, imagination and craftsmanship meet on their own terms.

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BHBD launches Deep Cleanse & Care Duo

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BHBD launches Deep Cleanse & Care Duo Stockholm-based hair brand BHBD introduces a new addition to its professional lineup with the launch of the Deep Cleanse & Care Duo, a two-step system designed to reset and restore hair at its most foundational level. Positioned as both a salon essential and an elevated at-home ritual, the duo pairs a high-performance clarifying shampoo with an intensive conditioner. Together, they aim to strip away buildup, from product residue to metals and environmental impurities, before replenishing the hair with hydration, strength, and elasticity. The result is hair that feels lighter, more responsive, and visibly healthier, without added weight. Developed with professional use in mind, the system is intended to prepare hair for technical services such as colouring, treatments, or extension work, ensuring a clean and even base. At the same time, it speaks to a growing consumer desire for “reset” moments within beauty routines – a deliberate pause to restore balance when hair becomes dull or overloaded. Beyond functionality, the sensory dimension is central to the experience. Notes of almond and coffee open into a floral heart of rose, jasmine, and tuberose, grounded by tonka, amber, and white musk, transforming a technical treatment into something closer to ritual.

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Anna Berglund Returns to Galleri Glas with Folia Aurum

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Anna Berglund Returns to Galleri Glas with Folia Aurum Anna Berglund returns to Galleri Glas with Folia Aurum, a new exhibition continuing her exploration of ornament as a structural principle in glass. Recurring motifs such as pinecones, acanthus leaves and festoons move beyond decoration, forming the basis for an investigation into symbolic form and spatial presence. The hand blown works reference urns, goblets and flacons while resisting function, positioning Berglund’s practice in dialogue with glassmaking tradition while shifting away from functionalist ideals. Developed in close collaboration with master glassblower Micke Johansson, the works focus on transparency, light and volume. Alongside the glass pieces, Berglund presents selections from her ongoing paper series Opus, structured through repetition and origami based folding systems. The exhibition also reflects the breadth of her wider practice, from public commissions in Sweden to permanent installations including Crown Jewels of Småland in Brussels and a recent work for Terminal 5 at Stockholm Arlanda Airport.   photography Linus Hallgren

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Super Yaya Reimagines the PUMA Speedcat

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Super Yaya Reimagines the PUMA Speedcat In a collaboration initiated by Zalando, PUMA and Super Yaya come together to reinterpret the iconic Speedcat sneaker. Founded by Rym Beydoun, Super Yaya brings its craft driven, culturally layered perspective rooted in Ivorian Lebanese heritage to PUMA’s athletic legacy. The collaboration unfolds across two drops, first launching exclusively on Zalando on April 16, 2026. Initial styles arrive in three colourways with a tonal polka dot motif and a neutral, unisex palette. A second, more elevated release follows on April 30, introducing patent leather finishes and embossed detailing, balancing durability with a refined, formal edge. At the core of the design is a play on contrasts, reflecting Beydoun’s vision of merging sport with femininity, and everyday wear with couture sensibility. The launch is accompanied by a campaign starring Alek Wek, exploring movement and cultural heritage through a mix of documentary and editorial imagery. Find the collection here  Image courtesy of Zalando

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1 Step Gel is the ultimate solution for a DIY salon

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ARDELL 1 Step Gel is the ultimate solution for a DIY salon image courtesy ARDELL 1 Step Gel is the ultimate solution for a DIY salon quality manicure experience. Formulated for DIY manicure enthusiasts and nail art fanatics, the 3-in-1 formula brings the salon home. How to apply  1.Prep – Trim, shape and buff nails. Trim cuticles if necessary. Wipe nail plate and free edge of nails with an alcohol prep-pad to clean and dehydrate nails.   2. Apply – Apply a thin layer of 1 Step Gel polish to the nails. For maximum adhesion, always cap the free edge of the nails when applying each layer of gel polish. 3. Cure – Cure nails for 60 seconds using a LED/UV lamp.    4. Repeat – Repeat steps 2-3 until desired coat is achieved. Cure additional layers of gel polish for 60 seconds.    PRO TIPS • For a long-lasting gel manicure, ensure nails are completely dehydrated before application. Apply thin layers of gel at a time and always cap the free edge of nails. Avoid curing the gel polish along the cuticle line to prevent lifting. Clean up before curing. Avoid soaking nails in water for long periods of time. Coming to you in the midde of may 2026. 

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A New Wardrobe for Modern Characters – Dior Fall 2026

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A New Wardrobe for Modern Characters – Dior Fall 2026 The Fall 2026 collection from Dior unveils a bold yet quiet evolution of the House codes, presenting a wardrobe built for many characters, moods, and moments. Under Creative Director Jonathan Anderson, the collection reframes dressing as a form of storytelling, where everyday style is gently rewired into something expressive and personal. Familiar signatures return with a fresh attitude. The Bar jacket appears in new proportions, softened or reshaped, while coats, knitted capes, and draped dresses create a fluid balance between structure and ease. Tailoring and couture precision meet relaxed silhouettes, from wide silk denim trousers to sculptural gowns that shift and surprise in unexpected ways. Accessories extend this sense of transformation. From the iconic Lady Dior to new interpretations like the Médaillon, Cigale, and Crunchy bags, each piece encourages a change in attitude. Footwear including loafers, sandals, mules, and open toe pumps completes the wardrobe, inviting endless styling possibilities. Defined by muted tones and a refined sense of color, the collection moves between past and present, grandeur and calm. It is fashion seen through the Dior lens, where even the simplest piece carries the touch of couture craftsmanship. The Dior Fall 2026 collection begins its global rollout through a series of drops starting April 16, arriving in stores and online as a new chapter in modern luxury dressing. images courtesy Dior

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 Happy Socks Debuts Football Fanatic Collection

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 Happy Socks Debuts Football Fan-atic Collection Happy Socks has announced the release of a new limited-edition sneaker sock collection inspired by iconic national football teams. The Football Fan-atic Sneaker Socks Collection includes styles for 13 nations: Argentina, Brazil, Canada, England, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and the USA. According to the brand, the collection is designed for football fans and draws inspiration from legendary jerseys and team colours. Each design features a football mascot with 90s-inspired aesthetics and displays the team’s nickname, such as Die Nationalmannschaft for Germany, Three Lions for England, or Gli Azzurri for Italy, on the front of each sock. The socks are made from a combed cotton blend and include reinforced heel and toe for durability, integrated arch support for a secure fit, and a ribbed texture for a classic athletic look. The Football Fan-atic Sneaker Socks Collection is available from today at HappySocks.com, Happy Socks concept stores, and selected retailers worldwide.

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