Take notes from Alessandro Michele’s Valentino Pre-Fall 2026 to be best dressed for the months to come, as Lyas stages a Christmas heist in Paris, Vaquera’s duo kiss Nike’s Air Max Dn8 & more.
Just in time for the annual December chaos of birthdays, Christmas dinners, nights out, and even, in my case, a wedding, Alessandro Michele once again delivers the perfect answer to the eternal question: What do I wear?
Valentino Pre-Fall 2026 lands like a rush of inspiration for the year ahead: fur coats shrugged over sheer dresses, tights in unexpected jolts of colour, and jewellery layered with more jewellery. Shot by Liv Liberg, the lookbook captures Michele’s instinct for expressive dressing while subtly recalibrating the house’s historic codes. Bold colour stories, plush textures, and a newly restrained approach to embellishment create a mood that’s exuberant yet always intentional.
Accessories steal the spotlight: richly adorned bags set the tone, while the iconic Rockstud heel is reimagined with modern proportions, clear evidence of Michele’s desire to evolve, not just reprise, Valentino’s most beloved signatures.
Other Fashion News This Week…
Lyas Announces a Surprise Christmas Heist in Paris
Fashion’s favourite boy Lyas was spotted climbing the historic Printemps Haussmann in Vivienne Westwood heels, teasing a surprise festive event in Paris: Lyas’ Christmas Heist. Details remain deliberately cryptic, but knowing Lyas, it’s bound to be full of surprises. You can now RSVP for free!
Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman & Venus Williams to Co-Chair the 2026 Met Gala
Beyoncé is set to return to fashion’s biggest night for the first time in a decade, joining Nicole Kidman and tennis legend Venus Williams as co-chairs of the May 4, 2026 Met Gala alongside Anna Wintour. The event will celebrate the Costume Institute’s spring exhibition “Costume Art”, exploring the relationship between clothing and the body. High-profile host committee co-chairs include Anthony Vaccarello and Zoë Kravitz, with a star-packed supporting roster announced.
Dries Van Noten’s Fondazione Opens in Venice for 2026
Legendary Belgian designer Dries Van Noten has transformed Venice’s historic Palazzo Pisani Moretta into the Fondazione Dries Van Noten, set to open in April 2026. The new cultural institution will host residencies, presentations, collaborations, and education programming to explore craftsmanship across disciplines, from fashion to culinary arts, and foster interdisciplinary creative dialogue.
Vaquera and Nike send you kisses!
Printed with the designer’s own kiss marks! Vaquera has teamed up with Nike to reinterpret the Air Max Dn8 with a distinctly romantic, pop-graphic twist. The collab sneaker dropping this holiday season, decorated with all-over red lipstick kiss prints and co-branding, brings the fun and sassiness of Vaquera’s runway work to Nike’s performance silhouette.
JW Anderson Announces Miami Pop-Up for Art Week
JW Anderson is launching a pop-up in Miami during Art Week in partnership with The Webster. The experiential space will offer exclusive pieces and editorial-style presentations that bridge high fashion with contemporary art audiences, a fitting move for the brand’s sculptural, concept-driven approach to design.
Pinterest Predicts 2026: Trends to Watch
Pinterest’s annual Predicts 2026 trend forecast highlights the fashion aesthetics poised to grow next year, including vintage revival pieces like Napoleon jackets nodding to dramatic historical silhouettes, alongside layered tops influenced by ’90s and early 2000s references. TikTok and Pinterest trend synergy continues to shift how fashion trends emerge and spread.
Marni, A Prologue
Marni’s new project, titled A Prologue, marks a conceptual reset for the house as it enters a new era under parent company OTB’s evolving strategy, and ahead of Meryl Rogge’s debut at the Italian house. Rather than a traditional collection, A Prologue acts as a narrative prelude, part manifesto, part moodboard, laying groundwork for what’s to come; and highlighting craft, sculptural silhouettes, and a renewed attention to tactile intimacy.
BuzzBallz Drops BuzzBagz: The Ultimate Party Accessory?
BuzzBallz is taking its cocktails off the shelves and onto your arm with BuzzBagz, its first-ever limited-edition accessory drop. Inspired by iconic bag shapes from legacy brands and designed to fit a BuzzBallz inside (naturally). Each of the eight handcrafted designs represents a signature flavour and retails for just £3.99, despite being valued at over £4,000!
