
Paul Smith at 80: a fashion life built on curiosity, control and continuity
Ahead of his memoir, the British designer reflects on a global brand, recent losses and a future devoted to young creative talent.
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Ahead of his memoir, the British designer reflects on a global brand, recent losses and a future devoted to young creative talent.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art has abandoned its planned 2027 Galliano exhibition after criticism from patrons, politicians and Jewish leaders.
The win broke a category record held by Reiner’s father, Carl, as Widow’s Bay led the early awards with eight trophies.
Kodie Bedford’s Fremantle-set reworking of Neil Forsyth’s Guilt earns a favourable review from The Guardian for its pace, performances and sharp social undercurrents.
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Suzie Miller’s lightly fictionalised play traces the formation of the AFLW while confronting sexism, misogyny, racism and body shaming in women’s football.

Marks & Spencer’s removable hip padding creates the visual effect of a more pronounced hourglass silhouette, following a similar Skims release.

Mocked by Jamie Carragher on Sky Sports, Neville’s wide-legged black trousers reflect a broader shift towards relaxed, more fashion-conscious dressing.

From tinted aviator glasses to activist pins, Steinem’s wardrobe became part of a public language about women’s rights, agency and power.

The first major survey of the artist in two decades examines her quest for a singular Australian aesthetic, revealing the complex legacy of her appropriation of Indigenous art.

The Guardian’s review of the Melbourne author’s first fiction finds a sharp tongue and culinary metaphors, though the plot risks becoming overcooked.

The Italian sculptor’s first major solo show in Germany explores power and memory through new commissions and historic works, including a scaled-down Brandenburg Gate.

Cybele Malinowski’s new series, captured in Las Vegas and Los Angeles, interrogates the American dream through the lens of professional lookalikes.

Jess Cartner-Morley argues that the autumn shopping season is the true start of the fashion year, urging readers to prioritise practical "green flags" over seasonal trends.

The charity’s 30-day initiative asks consumers to swap new garments for preloved pieces, while The Guardian invites readers to showcase their best vintage finds.

Netflix’s latest Untold documentary traces the journey of Dr Rachael Gunn from viral ridicule at the Paris Olympics to a public reappraisal of her unique style.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has confirmed the cancellation of “John Galliano: Horizons” following intense opposition from Jewish leaders, donors, and New York City officials.

The Guardian’s fashion editor curates a practical yet polished selection for the autumn transition, featuring high-street tailoring, travel-smart accessories and a rebranded French label.

The Japanese avant-garde artist, whose immersive infinity rooms and vibrant motifs captured the global imagination, has died in a Tokyo hospital.

The creator of the “infinity mirror room” and psychedelic polka dots has died in Tokyo, leaving behind a legacy that bridged the gap between high art and global pop culture.

From David Bowie to Harry Styles, the single-piece garment is making a comeback, and one reality TV star is leading the charge with practical styling advice.
Following the country star’s death, a profile in The Guardian examines how her rhinestone-encrusted aesthetic subverted traditional tropes and became a central pillar of her cultural legacy.

The Sydney photographer reflects on his vast archive, the murder of his uncle in 1922, and the shifting political landscape at a talk accompanying his new exhibition.

From grinding poverty to a global brand, Dolly Parton’s six-decade career redefined the intersection of art, commerce, and philanthropy.

A free exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum will showcase eight iconic costumes from Queen’s frontman, marking the 80th anniversary of his birth.