Catwalk Report: Copenhagen Fashion Week - OpéraSPORT Fall/Winter 2026 Collection — Venice by Night

OpéraSport, established in Copenhagen by Stephanie Gundelach and Awa Malina Stelter, opens today, January 27 2026, the AW26 edition of Copenhagen Fashion Week, integrating classic and contemporary styles with a sporty edge, bringing a clear sense of relevance and timelessness to each piece. As the first show of the season, the brand sets the tone for a memorable week, embodying the values at the core of Nordic fashion.

Entitled Venice by Night, the collection FW26 is inspired by Venice after dark - interpreting Venice's nocturnal elegance through sculpted tailoring in contrast with liquid recycled satins and sequined surfaces that shimmer like reflections on the water. 

Layers of lace, ruffles, and softly draped satin echo the faded grandeur of Venetian palazzos, while structured silhouettes and recycled faux fur details introduce modern depth and warmth.

Referencing H.C. Andersen’s poetic vision of the city as a dream suspended between water and light, the collection translates nocturnal Venetian elegance into a contemporary wardrobe.

“It was as if the sea itself carried the city upon its waves, and as if the sky had cast its glow down to be reflected in its canals.” – H.C. Andersen, Improvisatoren (1835)

FW26 balances sculpted tailoring with fluid recycled satins and shimmering sequins that evoke reflections on water. Lace, ruffles, and softly draped satin recall the faded grandeur of Venetian palazzos, while structured silhouettes and recycled faux fur add modern contrast, warmth, and depth. The color palette mirrors dusk in Venice: deep chocolate, pale pink, and olive tones dissolve into lilac hues, pearlescent whites, and silver highlights—creating a dialogue between shadow and glow, nostalgia and modernity.

True to OpéraSPORT’s DNA, the collection is produced using recycled and organic materials. As a seasonal highlight, the brand introduces its first footwear collaboration with British heritage shoemaker Clarks. Two exclusive styles reinterpret iconic Clarks silhouettes through OpéraSPORT’s lens, merging craftsmanship, functionality, and modern expression. The OpéraSPORT x Clarks collaboration launches in early October 2026.

The collection is presented at H.C. Andersen Slottet in Tivoli, Copenhagen, in an immersive show that fuses Venetian-inspired theatricality with Tivoli’s historic spectacle culture. The cast combines street-cast talent with emerging and established faces, reflecting the brand’s commitment to individuality. Beauty is defined by clean, glowing skin with subtle warmth, created with Saie, while hair is styled by Hanna Ramirez using Iles Formula.

OpéraSPORT Fall/Winter 2026 launches online and in stores from August 2026.

Runway images by James Cochrane, courtesy  OpéraSPORT / Copenhagen Fashion Week.

Paris Fashion Week: MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS debut show presenting SS 2025 collection

The MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS SS 2025 collection debuted at the Palais de Chaillot during Paris Fashion Week this September, following its highly successful launch at Milan Fashion Week earlier this year.

In contrast to last season's dramatic, all-black Fall/Winter 2024 collection, Spring/Summer 2025 embraces lightness, with white as the central tone, complemented by black and soft pastel accents like pistachio and pastel lemon. 

Bold black and gold brushstrokes on white fabrics draw inspiration from German-Franco Lyrical Abstractionist Hans Hartung, while a nod to 1960s American Pop Art appears in the final looks: geometric shift dresses featuring jacquard fabric with YOSHIKI’s portrait.

MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS blends YOSHIKI’s vision of fashion, design, and lifestyle with a glamorous, gender-neutral aesthetic. 

The Spring/Summer 2025 collection exclusively features French luxury fabrics, including thick cotton twill, cotton-linen blend tweed with iridescent accents, double silk organza, poplin, and richly textured Ruschel knit lace.

Modern, edgy silhouettes are enhanced by precise stitching and bold black zippers. The collection also nods to traditional kimonos, a theme YOSHIKI has explored through his Yoshikimono line since 2011, now reinterpreted with a fresh, contemporary, and international perspective.

Jewellery, featuring whimsical 14K gold charms in the shape of oversized musical notes and letters.

YOSHIKI, the trailblazing Japanese artist, became the first from Japan to receive a hand and footprint ceremony at Hollywood’s Chinese Theatre in nearly a century. Known for his androgynous, edgy style that began with his band X JAPAN, YOSHIKI has revolutionized the entertainment and fashion scenes across Asia, influencing generations of artists, including leading K-Pop stars. In 2023, he made history again by becoming the first Japanese artist to win "Favorite International Artist" at the MAMA Awards, a top global K-Pop event.

In addition to his fashion line MAISON YOSHIKI PARIS, YOSHIKI has ventured into design collaborations, notably with French crystal maker Baccarat, launching a collection of crystal stemware in 2021 to mark Baccarat's 180th anniversary. This follows his creation of the Y by YOSHIKI wine with the Mondavi family and his own luxury Champagne brand with French house POMMERY. YOSHIKI also founded Yoshikimono in 2009, blending traditional and modern elements in kimono design, with his creations showcased at prestigious venues like the V&A Museum in London and the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris.

A multi-talented artist, YOSHIKI is a composer, pianist, and rock drummer, leading X JAPAN and being recognized as one of Japan's most influential musicians. In 2023, YOSHIKI made his directorial debut with YOSHIKI: Under the Sky, premiering in major cities like New York, Tokyo, and London, and screening in over 130 theaters across the U.S., Europe, and Japan.

All photos courtesy of MAISON YOSHIKI.

Dubai Fashion Week: Roberto Cavalli closes the SS25 edition with Signature Show and announced new collaboration with LeSportsac

Italian fashion house Roberto Cavalli closed the Spring/Summer 2025 edition of Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) on September 6th 2024 by bringing a memorable end to an energy-packed week featuring local, regional and international fashion brands.

The Italian fashion house also used the opportunity to announce and a four-season collaboration with American accessories and handbag brand LeSportsac.

The LeSportsac x Roberto Cavalli collection, which made its pre-launch debut at Dubai Fashion Week, is set to launch globally in spring 2025. This partnership will combine LeSportsac’s expertise in designing versatile, lightweight, and durable bags with Roberto Cavalli’s signature bold aesthetics and iconic animal prints.

As for Roberto Cavalli’s Resort 2025 Collection, the brand's Creative Director, Fausto Puglisi, said the range featured Cavalli's signature animal motifs—zebra stripes, leopard spots, and floral patterns—on trench coats, dresses, and silk shirts. Western influences like cowboy boots and hats were key elements, while the Roar Bag took centre stage with new crocodile and lizard-effect variations. Puglisi’s kaleidoscopic designs embodied the brand’s spirit of daring elegance, paying homage to Cavalli's colourful heritage. 

Bringing iconic collections from Milan to Dubai, Roberto Cavalli’s debut on the DFW runway reflects the Emirate’s cementing status as a global fashion capital. Dubai’s rapidly expanding luxury market, robust platforms like DFW, cofounded by Dubai Design District (d3) and the Arab Fashion Council, and a diverse, fashion-forward audience are strengthening designer confidence in the city and broader region.  

The latest edition of DFW brought to the runway more than 30 brands from the region, Asia, Europe and Central America. The first three days focused on haute couture collections, opened by world-famous Malaysian label Rizman Ruzaini, who took the opportunity at their show to announce the imminent opening of a Dubai boutique for the brand. Three days of streetwear and ready-to-wear collections then followed, defining the fashion forecast for the season. 

Among the key designer highlights was Michael Cinco debuting couture pieces evocative of ancient Roman fashion, smart-casual daily wear and the highly anticipated Michael Cinco Luxury Micro Diamond Collection. 

Mrs Keepa, also a DFW Member headquartered in d3, presented its Spring/Summer collection in the brand’s signature innovative fashion. Rather than a runway show, hand-picked buyers and media attended the premiere of the ‘Need Therapy’ collection, revealed through a poignant film at VOX Cinemas.   

Other standout moments included the April & Alex SS25 collection, ‘Blossoming Seeds,’ which celebrates women's transformative journey of growth and resilience, a high-fashion presentation by Emirati designer Heba Jasmi, and a tribute to femininity in all its forms by Dubai-based Lebanese designer Dima Ayad. 

All photos courtesy of Dubai Fashion Week.

Trade Fair: Copenhagen Fashion Week set to promote Nordic designers in its AW24 edition

Copenhagen Fashion Week is set to take place from January 29 to February 2, 2024.

Going from strength to strength with an international reach, it will present a total of 31 shows over the  four-day period. 

Backstage at the SS2023 Copenhagen Fashion Week
Image from CFW website @tonyamatyu

While CFW is a draw for established designers such as Baum und Pferdgarten, Henrik Vibskov, Lovechild 1979, Copenhagen-based advanced contemporary brand Ganni and Wood Wood, this AW24 edition will also feature the NEWTALENT showroom, showcasing the collections of four emerging Nordic designers, including CIRCULOSE® recipient Nicklas Skovgaard  who have been part of CPHFW NEWTALENT since May 2023, and Rolf Ekroth, alongside newcomers Alectra Rothschild / Masculina and Stamm. 

The showroom will also feature CPHFW Alumni Latimmier represented by Fashion in Helsinki, as well as MLGA, who is represented by ALPHA.

The CPHFW NEWTALENT showroom located at Etage Projects, Borgergade 15E, 1300 Copenhagen K, will open from January 31 until February 2.

Nicklas Skovgaard will kick off the event as the official opening show on Monday, following the official reception. 

The lineup was approved by the CPHFW Show Committee and CPHFW Sustainability Committee, highlighting the event's commitment to both design excellence and sustainability, aligning with the 18 Minimum Standards set by Copenhagen Fashion Week.

For details of show, events and presentation schedule, click HERE. 

Fashion in Motion at the V&A features Thebe Magugu

The Victoria & Albert Museum in London is launching Fashion in Motion, supported by Libbie Scher Mugrabi, presenting a series of live fashion shows featuring leading fashion designers from across the world. 

First to present will be South African Thebe Magugu.  There will be four free fashion shows at 13:00, 15:00, 17:00 and 20:00 on Friday 7 October in the Raphael Court.  Limited tickets will be available on the V&A website from 29 September at 10.00. Booking is essential.

This Fashion in Motion takes place during the Africa Fashion exhibition, which displays a key look from Magugu’s Autumn/Winter 2021 collection, Alchemy.

This will be Thebe Magugu's first fashion show outside of Johannesburg, showcasing highlights from his collection 'Discard Theory', inspired by fabrics discarded by Europe and America.

Magugu, who combines traditional African silhouettes with western styles and graphics, describes the collection as "trickle-up fashion," as he seeks to invert the theory of "trickle-down" luxury, which depicts fashion as a hierarchal and class-based industry.

Magugu created 25 looks in this Fashion in Motion series, after visiting Dunuza – a well-known site in Johannesburg for secondhand clothes discarded by Europe and America. Working with luxury ready-to-wear collections, across womenswear and accessories, his designs interweave African motifs, craft and silhouettes to create vibrant and celebratory looks exploring the history, culture, and politics of Africa.

Magugu said in a statement: "For this collection, I thought about national identity politics, and how western influence has penetrated indigenous dress. Often, I see a woman in downtown Johannesburg wearing a shweshwe wrap skirt, a fabric often worn for traditional ceremonies, but paired with a Vodaphone or Manchester United tee."

This summer. following the launch of its mainline tennis collection in August, Adidas partnered with Thebe Magugu for a new Tennis range.

The Adidas x Thebe Magugu collection celebrates culture, heritage and inclusivity through a range of apparel pieces and footwear featuring unisex styles, gender-neutral pieces and inclusive sizing. The collection also features Unitefit technology, created and tested on a range of sizes and genders, offering "a comfortable gender-neutral fit".  In terms of sustainability credentials, the apparel collection features the Unisex Tee and Unisex Short in Made with Nature fabrication, and all men’s styles are Made with Nature. The rest of the collection is also made in part with recycled materials, including the Avacourt shoe.