In a giving mood? Our Christmas gift guide features a carefully curated edit of the most impressive presents, including breakfast with alpacas

At Palazzo Reale, beauty mirrored reality with the photo exhibition ‘Unveiled’. Didn’t have time to visit? Join us on a one-stop virtual tour

A short time ago, the fashion people you know only wore black. So why are they into red now?

The Design Museum is the perfect place to find inspiration. London students, you now have free access to its exhibitions. Don’t miss out!

We can’t help but expect crazy, viral trends on TikTok. But things are getting bizarre as livestream creators act like non-player characters from videogames

Provocative yet self-conscious, adorned with fabulousness. This it-girl is setting the trends for the next seasons with heavy doses of defiance and a new memoir

A bunch of graduate designers are turning the Chinese city into a fashion capital, debuting on the catwalk on a night at the Palace

Generative AI tools should not be considered against ordinary (human) rules but as a way to spark creativity and bigger ideas. Even in writing

OpenAI’s chatbot is learning, but how can it affect the way we (teach and) learn? Despite rumours, it may not be a threat to Masters’ courses but a tool

Would you give your soul just to take a look at the fashion editorials backstage by the Creative Fashion Director of Harper’s Bazaar Italia? Well, here you go

Miu Miu’s no-pants librarians, the Valentino suit-and-tie women and Jacquemus’ coquette girls in Versailles: which character you wanna unlock this season?

A new academic year has started: a return to creativity, all-nighter study sessions and stylish gossip. Hello newcomers, we are here to help you navigate these days

A complete tour of the best flea markets, thrift stores and friperies on the Paris map. Buying second-hand has never been so sustainably cool

Thanks to the TV series broadcast on Netflix, the former soccer player and his allure (Posh Spice Victoria included) return to influence the young

A new Rosso Ancora has arrived in Milan, as well as teeny tiny pieces and crystal rain. Hard to be on-trend? Get ahead of the game with our guide

Scrolling through your FYP, you’ll have a hard time avoiding videos about the Queen of 2010’s Tumblr. Please, welcome back to all things frilly, pretty and pink

With a new video format, Maze35 takes you backstage of the show that rocked Milan Fashion Week with its new 10 talents to keep an eye on

A walk through the fanciest and finest niche perfumeries in the City of Lights is always a good idea. Let emblematic smells awaken your memories

This year, the IM top graduates reflected on the theme of Estrangement while experimenting with craftsmanship and the potential of new technology

Coach’s parent company, Tapestry, announced its merger with Versace’s owner, Capri Holdings. Discussing the future of the Italian brand, we take a look at its history

Meet the young designer who breaks the rules with his eco-futuristic footwear, merging nature and technology. Spoiler: he’s ready to wow Lakmè Fashion Week

Talking with this Head of Editorial Content on what is next for fashion content in the ocean of fashion news. Spoiler: something emotional, big, yet glocal

A seamless blend of East and West has emerged to combine the grandeur of traditional Indian clothing with modern Western fashion

Exploring the connection between body, clothing and movement, Palais Galliera’s latest exhibition is the place to be this summer. Go and see

Amidst neon and dazzling sequins, Marie Antoinette danced with Elton John on the rooftop of this Parisian institution. Who made the magic happen? Read here

Read the journey through cities of this Spanish idealist and translator who sees clothes as a language to convey messages for a better future

We met emerging fashion designer Lucrezia Grazioli, winner of an internship experience at Mackintosh, to discover how she brought her dream coat to life

“I was a business student in South Korea, but I have always wanted to work in fashion,” said London Fashion Design Student of the Year, Hyun Jik Yoo

What do you know about the graduate show as the ultimate hotspot for disruptive fashion and the future of phygital experiences? We’ve got you covered

In a cosmic spaceship, 10 IM talents presented their graduate collections. Starting with a bang, they looked to the future through scents and a digital touch

Should the fashion industry invest in hyper-realistic AI-generated avatars as Key Opinion Leaders to develop the Chinese market?

Emerging Asian countries guys will be amazed by our students’ projects mentored by Valentino’s Chief Brand Officer. It’s only on paper, but still jjang!

From the never-ending quiet luxury to the new rules of tailoring, let’s delve into the fashion trends that will rise and reign over 2024 menswear

Mieux que tout by Paradis is the soundtrack to this talent’s journey. Read her story to discover how to face challenges and turn your passion for fashion into action

Paris is now a daydream thanks to the exclusive let-them-eat-cake event. But what if it’s not just for the happy few? Let’s find out how to join in

If you are wondering about the role of hairstyles, body hair and wigs in defining fashion , then you cannot miss out on the Des Cheveux et des Poils exhibit

The new collection by rising talent and BA student Ian Chang makes us feel like kids in a candy shop

While tons of on-set photos of Margot Robbie dressed as the world’s hottest fashion doll flood Twitter, here’s the trend you’re wearing without even knowing

In the DIFC, a 1,050 square metre building is the gateway to the world of made-in-Italy fashion education, meeting UAE traditions and international influences

From an inclusive Coronation Dress in 1953 to a green hope look during Covid-19, Her Majesty used clothes to make political and emotional statements

While Millennials were in the cult of Britney Spears, Gen Z is now dressing as if in Euphoria’s cast. But who is behind this wardrobe? An influencer in the making

Insiders develop an informed mind, aware of the dynamics behind what designers want to show. With the big four back, here is a guide to analysing a runway

With brands showing mourning looks, LFW paid tributes to the Queen. But King Charles III is heralding a new era of innovation and Englishness even in clothes

The fashion school’s catwalk featured the 10 best students as up-and-coming designers. It was all about turning up the music, the lights and the talent

Lingerie, cut-outs, and transparencies: next summer is all about undressing

Coperni’s spray-on dress, Ye’s “White Lives Matter” T-shirt and Loewe’s pixel hoodie – clothes created a buzz around the brands showing in the Ville lumière

With Programme Leader Sennait Ghebreab invited as a speaker, Istituto Marangoni London students flew to the Etruscan city. Here’s what they learned

As he was awarded during the latest Istituto Marangoni Milano fashion show, we delve deeper into the creativity everybody is talking about

The 350-year-old Vitale Barberis Canonico woollen mill asked our students to create contemporary pieces with their fabrics, thus taking Made in Italy into the future

A look back at the hottest moments from the runways of NY, London, Milan and Paris. Including everything from Balenciaga’s mud show to AVAVAV's falling models 

Targeting fresh faces of craftsmanship, a special mentorship programme led by Tod’s Creative Director debuted 

Former students joined the I’M Global Alumni Reunion as part of the Istituto Marangoni’s I’M Community project. Here’s what went down

We teamed up with Osaka’s UEDA College of Fashion for an exhibition at Palazzo Morando, giving voice to our schools’ talents while connecting cultures 

The Awake event saw the school’s 16 top students rock the city’s fashion week. From ready-to-wear to couture, their collections modernise Chinese heritage

What is the impact of this world on families, and how to build child-friendly platforms? A multiplayer online game, Wingy offers children an educational travel experience

Over 40,000 visitors enjoyed the 15th edition of the fashion charity event. The four-day market exhibition sold out, raising €1,600,000 for Anlaids

The 70-year-old brand presented a hi-tech installation recreating Alpine sights, sounds and smells. “An immersive experience,” stated XYZ, the agency they worked with

Istituto Marangoni alumna Gilda Ambrosio and Giorgia Tordini, the duo behind the respected multi-million-dollar business, teamed up with a Milanese café

With his graduate collection starring in the school’s Turn up fashion show, the creative talks about his dreams, and all the magic that happened backstage

At the Biennale Arte 2022 in Venice, we went on an imaginary journey through the metamorphoses of bodies and definitions of the human

We catch up with two graduates as they lift the lid on the school’s Back to Couture event, its 19^th century-like grandeur, and what hit the catwalk under sleek hairdos

Meet the new wave of Shanghai designers who joined the latest IM graduate show. Featured are supernovae, some star matter and connections from the metaverse

They are hideous yet cute. Crocs’ clogs have climbed to the country’s forefront as they teamed up with celeb Ouyang Nana. Here, we discuss Gen Zers’ Uglycore

After decades of highly-edited images, The Aesthetic of Truth is both a physical and virtual conceptual photography exhibition as a testament to authentic beauty 

Inspired by Indian craftsmanship, this multifunctional piece rises from sustainable processes to reflect the sense of community and the energy of the city’s slums

Two runways rocked the Florentine trade show. Performance blurred fashion and art at Jan-Jan Van Essche, while Martine Rose presented an Anglo-Italian remix

A return to fine tailoring, rigour and simplicity was the focus of the city’s FW 2023/24 menswear shows, but brands also explored redefined masculinity

The show assembles Greek and Roman sculptures reused in a post-antique context. And the first ever reconstruction of Emperor Constantine's colossus

The gamified app Hana offers guided meditation in a digital garden. Looking at our mental health, a virtual tool for our real-world well-being now debuts

The French couture house has paved the way for young women’s future leadership. Read some of our fab students who participated in discussing their experiences

The latest Nike x Tiffany trainers prove that brands continue to invest in co-branded footwear. But are their fans sneakerheads or just resellers?

What when you are expected to interact with showrooms? You can't miss out, as your dream job is about networking. How to practise? We’ve got you covered

The week featured everything from Diesel’s 10,000 condom pile to nurses’ whites at Prada. Amidst the chaos, a dichotomy between rigour and seduction emerged

From references to the meaning of numbers in the Neapolitan La Smorfia, Antonio Patruno delves into the stories behind the FW23 N°21 and Fendi catwalks

The actor’s directing debut, the movie has its cinema release today. In an exclusive talk at Istituto Marangoni, he discussed the plot, Battiato and being Sicilian

TV styles influence the way we shop. But is Emily in Paris the new Friends’ Rachel Green? Here’s how Euphoria’s Zendaya replaced Carrie Bradshaw as a fashion icon

Maria Grazia Chiuri’s decision to showcase in the country created a buzz. But what do editors in town think about it? Here, four IM Mumbai students share visions

For the new l’Argent dans l’art show at La Monnaie de Paris, exploring the link between art and money, perfumer Julien Rasquinet created an exclusive fragrance

Luxury has gone virtual again as 60+ brands, artists, and designers joined MVFW 2023. Feeling like a boomer lost in the new phygital boom? Here comes your guide

The best, unusual and fun events right this way. Follow our must-see list to explore new dimensions of human senses, augmented nature and expanded universes

With hundreds of fragrant, heady floral plants, the Jardin du Parfumeur will take you on an olfactory journey back to the atmosphere of Louis XIV’s garden

We all have an intimate relationship with our smartphones. A missed encounter in Milan show us that dystopia

From Tod’s and Tim Walker’s surrealist display of crafts to Loewe’s take on chairs, here are the top moments staged by fashion exploring homeware

Invited to dress in honour of Karl Lagerfeld, the A-list experimented with everything from tweed to his b&w uniform and even costumes that referred to his cat, Choupette

Stella Mc Cartney’s mantra has come alive with her Summer 23. And our students took part in this environmental consciousness, from London and Paris to Milan

At Fuorisalone, Solid Nature and OMA teamed up for a labyrinth of rooms exploring the journey of stones. We explored its sensory potential from food to conviviality

The summer’s hottest trend is also about the social issues of representation, patriarchy and clichés. But will this hype conquer everyone, or is it just a fad?

Have you ever wanted to smash your ex’s window? Add music and make it an art session, then maybe you can join Simon Berger at Milan Design Week next year

These brands are the upcycling stars by reusing items destined for incineration. Read a Shenzhen-based stylist discuss the pros, cons and challenges

Easy peasy: Sissy Vian has just selected the best student projects rethinking the item. Here’s how an easy-to-wear wardrobe addition is taking the fashion world by storm

Our drive for fashion is related to dopamine and the basic human need to fit in. But as this industry has become more inclusive, we can better express our humanity

Alumnus Danilo Alberti, now Design Director Woman Leathergoods at Prada, challenges our students to be drivers of change by imagining a new bag based on the brand’s values

What could drive a fashion boom in Mexico? After joining us, an ESDEN student discusses the similarities and differences with the Italian market

Last chance to experience the “the taste to capture” of this master of photography. Prepare to be amazed by the “HELMUT NEWTON. LEGACY” retrospective

Tired of trends ending in -core? Not when it comes to oceanic vibes. To know why, ask Barbie’s mermaid Dua Lipa or Halle Bailey turned Princess Ariel

With brands supporting inclusion, fashion and home décor giants reflected on diversity, adaptive furniture, equity and accessibility, promoting active change

The rising fashion talent talks about his school career and how he got into the industry by joining Fendi

Grandma Snežana is Shirin’s first fashion influence. Watch World collapsing about her journey to a new life 

Surrealism meets cyber punk. Here's how Elsa Schiaparelli opened the doors to dreamcore in virtual reality

The new shoot by two rule-breaker fashion styling students is a celebration of the power of freedom

From references to silhouettes, consider this your cheat sheet to everything that went down at two of the hypest Italian catwalks

Here is your digest of the latest styles unveiled at Prada, Bottega Veneta, N°21, Versace and Blumarine shows

The House of Correale: brother and sister, inspired by their family, created a brand with no boundaries and with a sustainable vision

It is cool, transgressive and a little twisted: how the TV series infiltrated our wardrobe

Federica Salto replies: it's an art that a PR manager must learn fast 

The fashion critic debuts with “Le Avventure di Ubi M.” presenting his drawings in Milan. In this interview, he shares his vision as an artist

Taking cues from the subcontinent’s artisanal excellence, a new course bridges the perceived dichotomy between West and East

In this blue world, you are the Queen at dawn and the Joker at dusk. As the movie gets its debut, the creatives behind it reveal how it all happened

The catwalk was held in front of an Ariane 5 rocket, but what happened BTS? Three students who were there shared their experiences

From Persian origins to technical intricacies, here’s everything you need to know about these delicate ‘flowered muslins’ from Lucknow

Netflix’s new documentary dives deep into the US retailer’s cool-kid elitism and sexualised marketing. But find out how things have changed

She is a pioneer in using CGI, MetaHuman Creator and digital fashion – outsourced and designed in Clo3D. Find out how she did it all

Missing the Blitz and boundary-breaking Leigh Bowery from the 80s? Here’s a glimpse of the revival in the country’s fashion capital

Elmgreen & Dragset’s latest exhibition takes us to explore how our physical selves are relevant while walking next to a robot dog

Do clothes make the man? V&A examine how creatives Undressed, Overdressed and Redressed the male body

Our students stepped up to the Financial Times challenge based on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals

Jordan Bowen and Luca Marchetto provided our students with their SS 22 collection. Here are the a-maze-ing campaigns they shot

For the launch of their online show "A Feminine Lexicon", Diamandis and Tortelli on how they were inspired by the new museum on-site project

From fashion to film, they are all so obsessed with youth and cashing in on new-gen energy. But there’s a discreet charm in seniority

The dichotomy between established and small businesses is challenging for designers. But an ESDEN student got the hang of it after joining us

A Prize ceremony was the icing on the cake of Massimo Giorgetti’s mentorship. The winners will stand backstage at his next fashion show

“Aqilah Amzi’s work is a love letter expressed through dance,” said Nick Knight when selecting the movie for his SHOWstudio

The Brazilian Amazon has lost a fifth of its forest cover. The planet’s lungs are gasping for breath: how can we fight deforestation?

Hosted at Museo Marino Marini, a new format showcased both artworks and collections by the year's best students

Under the creative touch of mentor Andy Picci, the project explores iconic Florentine landmarks to install students’ digital sculptures created with Instagram AR filters

Dressing rooms do not always offer a comfortable experience. But who decided that our sartorial existence should revolve around flattering our bodies?

Meet designer Alberto Zambelli, who won the competition to customise IM’s most-wanted piece. “A universal hug as a manifesto of cultural diversity,” he says

If hyper-sexualisation is the key to marketing, the teenage years are the gateway to a brand’s global success. But what is the result of this ideological consumerism?

The images of the dragon and the phoenix spring to mind when talking about the country. But the time has come not to focus on stereotypes from the outside world

As a mentor of the Dis-cycling project, the artist inspired IM students to combine fashion and art through ethics. But what is behind that journey?

This report will take you on a journey from a world of clockwork oranges to where sexiness is at its peak. Oversized or mistress looks: everything works next winter

Embark on an AI-powered style adventure in the metaverse and join our global designers in a ground-breaking digital fashion experience

“Stand up for what you believe in and be more intellectually bold. Fashion is the voice of our society,” said the Roman Paris-based couturier

New student mentor Bianca Saunders, the most high-wattage star of British menswear, delved into her radical perspective, industry insights and advice

The founder and creative director of the manga-esque star-approved cult brand is now an I’M Mentor. And here’s what he has to say

The Brit designer’s solo debut has finally come. The collection launched online on her new website, and sold out with no ads or shows

As a fashion debutant, how to steal the scene on the catwalks? These talented women, who once took the same classes as you, have paved the way to success

Don’t miss an old-school photographer, a monumental sculptor, a fashionista and a sneakerhead breaking the Internet thanks to generative AI tools

We gathered master designers Giulio Cappellini, Tom Dixon and Jay Osgerby to get the secret behind the perfect furniture: less aesthetics, more dreams

Brands played it safe, but the designer came in to prove he’s the Oz of fashion. How? Redefining the unconventional as the norm, as Martin Margiela did

A big Tuesday in Paris with Maria Grazia Chiuri. As she redefines the Maison’s codes, we trace the brand’s evolution from Christian Dior to the Italian designer

What’s next for Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons? Ahead of their S/S 2024 women’s show, here are four milestones from the brand’s past and present

The countdown has started: the catwalk is scheduled for September 22. The Kering brand welcomed back Alessio Vannetti while waiting for a new CEO

With our tools going virtual and publishers shifting their business to digital, these physical media will make you embrace your inner paper addict

Did you know that the South Korean cosmetics market is the eighth largest in the world? Here is the key to this success, explained

Mr and Mrs Clark, aka Ossie Clark and Celia Birtwell, created a style that has marked the history of British fashion from Swinging London till today

Is Africa leading the future of sustainable fashion, jewellery and design? Find out how these brands reduce environmental impact and prioritise ethical sourcing

Take a break to chill in the hot Milanese summer: dive into Guy Bourdins’s world at Armani/Silos with more than 100 must-see masterpieces

Born in the sky in 1984, the Hermès Birkin bag has become the ultimate status symbol. Here we remember Jane Birkin, the icon who inspired the iconic accessory

Here’s what happened bts when we took a journey into the world of the architect of fashion to curate an exhibition in collaboration with WP

What advice would the couturier give to young talent just starting out? We know the answer – and we are ready to share the secret with you

From the importance of experimenting to the relationship between AI and creativity, here are 5 lessons we have learnt from the German collage artist

A guest at the latest ‘In Conversation With’ event, the designer celebrated inclusivity and diversity while answering our quick-fire fashion questions

From inventing the mini-bag phenomenon to attracting larger-than-life celebrities, through the hot-ticket shows around France: here is all about this cult brand

Remembering the Japanese designer, here are his lessons for creatives to take to heart. There’s a lot to discover behind his pleats (and Steve Jobs’ turtleneck)

A phygital défilé featuring the work of top graduates, the event saw the couturier’s grand finale. Want to know about his journey in fashion? We’ve got you covered

From the lab on a top model's body to mark a hype moment: innovation is reshaping fashion with its creative, sustainable and inclusive benefits

After taking over Istituto Marangoni Milano’s Instagram account to cover the city’s fashion week, Hanan Besovic discusses how his juicy memes became a thing 

Zegna’s artistic director, a 1989 graduate of the Istituto Marangoni, was honoured with the prestigious WWD’s Menswear Designer of the Year prize

“The Milk of Dreams” was launched as a unique mentorship programme for Master’s students, led by the creative fashion director at Harper’s Bazaar Italia

Kering’s flagship brand parts ways with its star designer after an almost eight-year journey. While waiting for a successor, here are his top collections and hypes

At Palazzo Reale, an exhibition celebrates the photographer: 106 images illustrate a 60-year career of shooting with big names from Dovima to Versace

We catch up with the creative soul capturing the Instagram-friendly pop spirit as he creates art by mixing fashion-brand paper bags and disruptive statements

Meet the trailblazers spicing up Chinese mythology-inspired avatars in a futuristic cyberpunk era as shown in the “ZETA 3022” film at the IM Shanghai show

The creative director of “the silent powerhouse” discusses Italian pragmatism, the modern woman and how to “stay true to the story and not lose sight of the dream”

What do we know about the management, display and curation of Italy’s fashion heritage? Hardly anything. That’s why we met with the author who delved into it

The doyenne of British fashion shaped and fought the industry. There is much history behind her logo, a coronation orb circled by Saturn’s rings

The Japanese artist is back in fashion to collaborate with Louis Vuitton. However, it is just one of the pillars of her career and extraordinary survival story

The first Italian Metaverse X Luxury Symposium connected top brands and tech trailblazers. There, Istituto Marangoni participated as an education pioneer

Known for his use of metals and best-selling scents, the Space Age metallurgist died at 88. Olfactory pleasures or textile arts? Find out what his name stands for

In September, the Brit designer will launch her LVMH-backed brand. What about her journey studded with best sellers and wow moments? We’ve got you covered

Ahead of the new maxi-show by Glenn Martens, we caught up with Mattia Bertocco to discuss his book “Diesel: Jeans, Comunicazione, Cultura”

Tod’s creative director announces the four best students of the New Artisanal Aesthetics mentorship programme at Istituto Marangoni Milano

As the brand's sales rise, the Roman designer humanises the sublime while blurring boundaries with fashion as a political message

The Chief Brand Officer of one of Italy's fashion giants just launched his mentorship programme to guide IM students through market analysis and brand strategy methods

While in Italy to show with the support of Dolce&Gabbana, the Japanese designer sat with us to talk couture, organza and creative inspirations

At the forefront of the blogging boom, they pioneered influencer culture and now sit front row. Here, Hong Kong creative Declan Chan reveals how he made it big

As we celebrate our school’s highest position in the QS Rankings, here are the talents who graduated here and now stand out among the industry’s heavyweights

A beauty revolution starts at Istituto Marangoni, launching the first comprehensive academic offering to meet the industry’s demand for tomorrow’s jobs

He launched his own brand and is now Blumarine’s Creative Director. How did he get there?

The creative met with our students to discuss her Fall 2023 show in Mumbai, women’s empowerment, artisans as co-creators, and the country’s future in global fashion

Intuitive and visionary, Cartier’s in-house perfumer is a living manifesto of olfactory sensibility. Here, we have selected 10 quotes by the creative soul of La Panthère

With two decades of experience and an A-list star clientele, this pro just joined Kilian Paris as their first Make-up Creative Director. Ready to sport his glam on you?

A cinematic orchestra of time, story and life, the photographer’s work reveals celebrities’ souls instead of their status. With a dramatically dynamic use of light 

Fashion geeks can create their own co-branding, and they now mix cult brands and films. Obsessed with Matrix characters in Gucci? We feel you

With Ramones in her veins, alumna Sabrina Mandelli launched an indomitable fashion project as a naughty baby. But bad kids with good ideas go everywhere

Whether designing a celeb look or styling RTW pieces, this creative has no doubts: it’s all about human connections. And he’ll show our talents the way

While waiting for the brand to show its menswear SS 2024 at Paris Fashion Week, we look back at the career of the Dark Lord of the fashion avant-garde

It’s not a traditional brand, but a brand with a tradition that blends innovation, crafts, fashion and art. Let’s delve into its history while waiting for the next men’s show

About to mentor Master’s students towards the essence of Italian cinema, the designer discussed sexy vs sensuality, his muses and how to support talent

We thought that fashion had moved on from hyped sneakers designers. Are they coming back to conquer high-end brands? 

The designer talks about his latest collection Soul Tech and refreshing age old craft for a global contemporary feel

Waiting for his masterclass in Paris, we celebrate the top moments that cemented the status of Balmain's creative director as Wonder Boy 

You can make people smile and love fashion, says Hanan Besovic, and his @Ideservecouture is an example of this

Be inspired by Katie Grand’s special guest: his thoughts on fashion, media and reinventing himself 

We met Susanna Ausoni, Antonio Mancinelli and Nick Cerioni. Here's what these fashion experts told us

From Asia to Milan, from the metaverse to sustainability, the founder and CEO of RG Showroom on the future of fashion

Victoria Jenkins' design looks at the needs of all people, including hospital patients, asking "Why create items for only one body type?"

We asked him about the process of collaborating with fashion houses, the allure of augmented reality, and what the future of creativity looks like

Conscious fashion is today’s larger-than-life trend, but who came up with ethical Futurewear? Here’s an overview of her latest work-exhibition

We interviewed the visionaries who took part in the "Coming of Age" exhibition dedicated to Louis Vuitton’s late Creative Director 

The haute couture duo stages their first retrospective in Asia. Our virtual tour will leave you wonderstruck

The photographer is one of the artists selected for our two pupils' online exhibition "A Feminine Lexicon" at museo.ferragamo.com

At Mudec, the photographer investigates emotions. Calling for visitors' renditions, here's a reflection on love

How do virtual scenarios challenge design? This is what our school is investigating with a rich lineup of events at Fuorisalone

This is one of China’s most sustainable brands. Students interviewed the president to find out more about this different way of thinking

A digital revolution has started. Istituto Marangoni is the first school to enter this virtual-reality space by teaming up with two Made in Italy start-ups

After a three-year hiatus, Lagos-born talent Mowalola Ogunlesi rocked the latest fashion week. Her off-schedule show was hosted in partnership with TikTok

Since establishing Comme des Garçons in 1969, the Tokyo-based designer has consistently disrupted the accepted notions of the fashionable body

The birth of a fashion dynasty held together by family loyalty. Gianni and Donatella Versace shocked the world with their opulent yet provocative designs

With the country’s high spending power and potential customers worldwide, local labels are gaining market share. Here are the hot names to keep an eye on

Thanksgiving weekend sales and deals were a success, especially among Gen Zers who prefer not to pay full price for their purchases

To celebrate one year since the launch of the most popular AI chatbot, we asked it to write and review an article. Our verdict: thumbs up!

Gen Z loves vintage, thrifting and reselling. And Vestiaire Collective supports them by banning a growing list of fast-fashion brands

We gathered a group of experts to discuss how fashion can redefine the contours of olfactory creativity. Spoiler: the boldest emerging talents will do it

Admired, analysed and often criticised, influencer marketing is now a solid investment opportunity for brands and is expected to be worth $21.1 billion in 2023

The actress unveiled the Christmas window displays at Printemps, kickstarting the festive season. In France, holiday spending is expected to reach over €72 billion

The star designer is back with the first collection under her own name. Fashion is divided: are you desperately in love with her or somewhat stumped?

We have our electronic devices with us 24/7, surfing in a sea of information that makes us anxious. How can we better integrate tech into everyday objects?

After decades as heads of design or fashion directors, second-in-command talents now replace superstar creative directors, from Gucci to Moschino

Hi-tech and new gens are changing this conservative world struggling to innovate with mass prestige, aka masstige

We know you know the struggle of building a network. That’s why Modeld was created as a platform to connect models and brands in a safe, inclusive way

Alert: Levi’s has sued Coperni for using its stitching patterns. A court battle is underway over upcycled products made by well-known fashion brands

Givenchy x La Flame in the works? While waiting for Matthew M. Williams’ next collection, here are 6 things to know about the brand he now leads

The first China Fashion Gala spotlighted the country’s high-end jewellery industry, boosting international recognition for a new wave of Chinese designers

What to know about the house beyond their Baguette it-bag? Facts about Roman roots, family (by choice), Silvia Venturini Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld... and more

While traditional gender lines are disappearing, make-up brands are becoming more inclusive than ever. So why are perfumes still gendered?

London calling? International talents answer. Here is a deep dive into the experimental work of Iwai Zhang, who has travelled from China to Japan to the UK

Discover how this tribute to family, low-impact materials and Spanish handicraft hit Pitti Immagine Uomo – and will rock at Micam this month

Will artificial intelligence soon be able to replace fashion weeks? Short answer: yes, it already does. A more articulate answer is not easy to find

As we attended the Cartier Women’s Initiative awards ceremony, here is an insight into how female visionaries are finding new solutions to global challenges

We brought together talents, executives and academics to discuss creativity and new virtual frontiers in an innovative (and innovating) fashion world

Beauty is ready for artificial intelligence – that’s what emerged during the launch of Pitti Fragranze 2023 at Istituto Marangoni Milano. Are you?

Beauty brands now offer all-pink capsules inspired by the ultimate summer film. Which one will be your fav?

Facing the challenges of the future, companies are delving into AI, robotics and design by hiring robot designers and user experience experts for tech-based products

Originating 3,000 ya, Ayurveda is spreading worldwide with homegrown brands challenging L’Oréal and Estée Lauder to hit international and local clients

Being explicitly sexy is boring, stated the designer. Unaware sensuality is a staple attitude of his brand and the essence of his mentorship project for our students

WeChat, Red Book and Dazhong Dianping social media are key tools for the country’s hotel industry. But how do you become a master in hospitality management?

With a shop opening to launch the ‘see now, buy now’ formula for its most exclusive items, the house winks at the Gen Z sense of luxury

How to turn an iconic fashion piece into a green treasure? It takes our students' boundless creativity and the Re-candy Furla project reaches new heights

As luxury brands upcycle their archive, Anna Grinberga and Dina Seitkaziyeva set up a business working with vintage to create sustainable must-haves

Sun and sand, the world’s best hotels and malls, combined with digital innovation and talent-oriented openness: let’s discover the emirate as a place-to-be

Monica Shah, co-founder of the Chanakya School of Craft, working with Dior, discusses with Rachana Singh, unit leader for Fashion Business and PG Programme

During the last Men’s Fashion Week, many brands left New York. Just because “to attract the eyeballs of the world, you have to go where those eyeballs are”

With the luxury market to exceed USD 200 billion by 2023, the country offers a huge opportunity for brands, if only they can figure out how to navigate this sector

Under Carlo Colombo’s mentorship, a partnership with the Lebanese designer’s company led students to design a residential complex in the Middle East

The country is home to a fifth of the world’s youth population. Offering both workforce and target market, what are they asking from international luxury brands?

This $26 billion market is bigger than womenswear. Here's how international brands can navigate diverse local tastes, from Western formalwear to ethnic wear

Learn about the technology trends from the Land of the Dragon now reshaping design and retail while catapulting local brands onto the international competitive stage

When rents plummeted during the pandemic, brands started to populate the high street again. But with prices now slowly stabilising, the bidding war has begun

Tracing each step from sourcing to the distribution network, this sector is evolving more traditional positions into exciting yet challenging opportunities

Since they create next-gen digital fashion collectables, teen crypto artists and emerging virtual brands are tapped by footwear giants as the new frontier in the metaverse gold rush

From specialised brands to Western giants, they want to target 1 bn costumers wearing less skin-revealing clothes. Muslims will spend $375 bn on fashion by 2025

We joined brand and supply chain leaders at the first Venice Sustainable Fashion Forum 2022, with the striving for a green industry transition top of our minds

Supporting alumni to enter fashion with their brand, our project with Camera Showroom Milano presented capsules by Gian Marco Caggiari and Ivan Christov

Presenting top talent collections, Istituto Marangoni’s fashion show lit up the event dedicated to the schools of Piattaforma Sistema Formativo Moda ETS

What when talents think outside the box and boost their path? We met three Istituto Marangoni alumni who are successfully heading their companies

Experts in attracting talents must deal with their demands for a hybrid workplace and progressive policies. Have you ever heard of the Chief Happiness Officer?

Alumnus PJ Almera on his ARCO Bag created after winning the “Design Your Dream Bag” contest launched by Istituto Marangoni with UP TO YOU ANTHOLOGY

This piece finds us speaking to alumna Sofia Bianchi, founder of Soubi Studios. After winning the IML Incubator Programme, she shares her hard-won business lessons

Lockdowns showed how our homes are critical to our mental health. With her business focusing on this, an IM graduate reflects on our surrounding environments

Presenting her book “Moda e Metaverso”, the author reflects on this immersive new world’s future with IM students

With the lifestyle brand inroaded into the furnishing and hospitality markets, we caught up with their partner Corporate Brand Maison’s president, Massimiliano Ferrari

We needs players to build uncharted paths to the Symbiocene. Istituto Marangoni London’s MA in Responsible Fashion will train graduates with bold, new insights

“The higher the price, the greater the desire” no longer works, as this year’s $3 trillion in counterfeit sales were a result of brands’ pricing and marketing plans

Both platform that allows users to rent designer styles, the American Rent the Runway is booming while Beijing-based YCloset shut down last year. Why did this happen?

Want to stay on track when your boss discusses molleton? Irene Festa’s new book is here to help you talk about clothes in all th(re)e languages of fashion

From a book presentation to an “on pocket” personal image consultant: the journey of Luisa Lombardi, who merged AI with a new online shopping process

The industry is expected to reach 313 billion dollars in 2022, and the last dedicated shows in Riyadh unveiled the rising specialised brands to keep an eye on

Formerly Pierpaolo Piccioli’s right-hand man at Valentino, De Sarno has been appointed to the creative helm of Kering’s brand, replacing Alessandro Michele

Covering 20+ years of the designer’s battles for a better world, here we focus not on her clothes but on our industry’s global impact that she fought

Not just a musician, the fashion journey of the brand’s new men’s creative director is studded with milestones. Did you know that his relationship with LV began 20 ya?

From the traditional Hindu formulations to the newest online and eco-friendly local brands. The cosmetic market is now travelling towards 27-billion-dollar revenues

The luxury market in the region accounts for 5-6% of global sales – a percentage that can easily double in the midterm with a shift in local consumers’ behaviour

From small businesses to the podium: three disruptive brands writing a new chapter in the industry

Although luxury group HQs, MCNs and media outlets initially settled in Beijing and Shanghai, fashion is one of the city’s key industrial clusters to expand

New tech and neuroscience come together with new Far Eastern market opportunities and digital olfactory experiences to revolutionise the fragrance sector

A country for old souls, India now sees its luxury market set to grow exponentially, with Dior’s Mumbai show enhancing its artisans to new heights of global respect

“Invest in people. Look them in the eye. Make a good coffee,” said stylist Julie Liu. Discover her works translating humanity into images, with a pinch of humour

This country is a gem for luxury thanks to a strong local consumer. But the K-pop phenomenon is spreading worldwide, and brands are riding the wave

The Dior Fall 2023 fashion show in Mumbai is expected to cause a butterfly effect on the country's fashion and craft arena on so many levels. Starting from below

We welcome Francesca Ragazzi for an insightful dialogue about becoming a top-notch digital editor. Or just pursuing your dreams

Monogrid’s Francesco Bernabei and Andrea Lorini, a Web3 and metaverse pro, share their insights on Midjourney or Dall-E’s impact on designers’ futures

What when a creative mind turns her grandfather’s drawings into unique prints to create ethical fashion? That’s why we all want to wear any of these pieces soon

Thanks to consumers born between 1996 and 2010, perfumes and home scents are growing fast in Zhōngguó. They are expected to generate $4 bn in 2025

The Oxford Street flagship is way more than a boutique. In this quintessence of tech’n’hype, you can have your running style analysed or enjoy a DJ set 

Before a MA in Fashion Design, Chengyuan Wang graduated in Mathematics and Statistics. And now? Wang applies formulas to garment surfaces to shape textures

Fashion experts working in the careers of the future, Svetlana Yakunina and Gloria Maria Cappelletti discuss with AI artist Rick Dick

My answers to questions on post-Covid-19 fashion economics, industry’s strive for innovation, second-hand growth, and everything in between

In China, the mother-daughter duo behind Colette is still an inspiration for future fashion buyers

A sustainable perspective on a luxury brand that looks to the future with a younger vision. Four students tell their experience.

A real capsule collection that will go to market: an opportunity for Valentina Banfi and Paul Majer

Having fun while reinventing the iconic “Amourette” by Triumph. Two alumnae share their behind-the-scenes

Let's be inspired by other communities but do it respectfully. Here’s a guide to turning your creative work into a fair exchange

Izmee’s philosophy is co-friendly, seasonless and gender-neutral. Alumna Ottavia Molinari tells us about the project she contributed to

In the Land of the Dragon, the pre-owned market will reach $33 billion by 2025. Here is all about the new anti-fast fashion destination

According to NPD Group analysts and catwalks, they are. Wider, 90s-reminiscent fits are the new trend left by the pandemic 

We continue our journey to transform creative work from co-opting practices from underrepresented groups to fair exchange

As part of the Young Designers project, we asked the brands how they worked with today’s fresh gen. From inclusivity to new glamour, it turns out they are changing the game

She started working in architecture and then founded her brand. Here's how her hummingbird-named sandals became so popular

From Squid Game to K-pop, through to Rahul Mishra couture. Here’s how the continent entered the global film market and hit the catwalks

Jun Nakamura and his new label to watch out for in the fashion week calendar prove there's more to oriental style than its minimalism

Shining a light on his journey in Modernland, the founder of AC9 sat down with us to discuss fashion's greatest lessons

From Jacquemus to Balenciaga, experiential spaces draw customers back to stores. And sometimes sales are not even included

CHB’s founder tells us about his fashion’s duality between strength and fragility, black&white, dreams versus sales strategies

Shortlisted for the Forbes Under 30, invited by Kayne West to be part of his Yeezy, Yushan Li and Jun Zhou have now launched a new mentorship programme

As the materials previously used in the brand’s windows are about to be turned into artworks, we meet the program’s creative director, Sarah Coleman

Following the 3R’s, Raemade, Raeduced and Raecycled, his vision for a better industry inspired our students

At Superstudio, visitors get their palms read for tomorrow’s trends. Discover the best tarots you could ask for

Launched with Nava Design, the Contemporary mobility contest was won by alumnus Silvio Pompei

After working at Alexander McQueen, Aneliya Kyurkchieva launched her brand. Lights on her high-crafted designs

Bottega Veneta launched a website section where customers can buy past-season bags. Could it be leading to a new trend?

As the app is booming in China, Pinko has started an ongoing collaboration with our students. And their s-s 22 digital campaign is now rocking the platform

To make room for ambiguity or to painstakingly detail your prompt? This is the designer dilemma when using generative AI to fuel creativity

Prioritising mental health through meditation and mindfulness fosters inclusivity, teamwork and talent in both educational and corporate settings

What if African plants and ancient textile manufacturing could provide a conscious solution to fashion’s demand for newness? Meet bark cloth and its natural dye

Meet your new AI best friend. Big tech companies have developed the perfect assistants to help you become a better student

From Nihon to London in a photo shoot: three Japanese subculture members and three leather jacket brands bring Harajuku to our studios

Patterns are back. Bring your collections to the next level with the next Generative Artificial Intelligence tools specifically designed for creativity

Maïwenn, who directed and starred in the film Jeanne du Barry, wore gowns, make-up and a special diamond necklace by the French powerhouse

With brands dropping rainbow-themed collections, what does Pride Month really mean? Here we cover LGBTQ+ representation in fashion

At Creative Bee farm in Ghatkesar, artisans live in harmony with nature. Here's where to learn Batik, Ikat and Shibori in a compassionate way

E-commerce, social media and gaming platforms are not taking over brick-and-mortar. It's just the end of shopping boundaries

Brands moved to non-fungible tokens to hit the metaverse. But what happens when unauthorised digital versions reach the market?

Keep up with the journey through the megacities of the country. Next stop: The Roof lifestyle hub in Xintiandi designed by Jean Nouvel

Affordability of sustainable fashion. What is the real solution for a systematic change in the industry and for preserving the Holy river?

Clothes can enhance our forms, but also offer a radical distortion as a new way to take up space. It’s a world of silhouettes, and we all live in them

What if the VR affair makes brands greener? Find out what’s good with industry de-materialisation and fancy branded avatars

From Gucci to Balenciaga, brands are accepting Bitcoin and Ethereum currencies. But is joining the tech club worth the risk?

This fashion film takes you on tour through the post-lockdown Indian metropolis of dreamers and businessmen

Next leg of the journey through the country’s megacities: Taikoo Li Sanlitun in Beijing shows how to make a retail space a trendy core

How meaningful is this voluntary act in our daily lives? It is the quality of social resilience, the possibility of living a happy life despite difficulties

The library is where your deeper creative inspiration blossoms. But what to read and how to create a method?

What do recruiters expect from you today? Much lies in a company’s organisational culture and in sharing the same ideas and values

Pitching a magazine’s content to the reader’s level, this opening piece aims to convey the mood of each issue. Peek inside the work it takes to make a journal

While the metaverse is aflame, physicality is still key to product design. Here are our students’ projects rooted in the analogue dimensions of the human body

Digital tools have become the best design partners. But how can fashion use them not to forget the conversations our bodies have with analogue clothes?

Born as a dystopian subculture, this style is now taking over the Gen Zers embracing virtual reality not as a form of escapism but as an empowering aesthetic

Her Majesty’s death also marked the end of an era of style. Here we remember her evolving dress sense as a masterclass in royal image making

Having ideas is not enough, as creatives have to come up with several collections per year. How do they succeed? Gathering sources is key

Entering this world as forerunners, brands should use an era of digital society building to plan their sustainable development while establishing user trust

The V&A’s latest show will make you realise that “Africa Fashion” is not new, but never discovered. That’s what an exhibit is for: to see, to have a personal encounter

We are exposed to too many reports, articles and data. To avoid getting lost in this diversification, here is a list of knowledge systems from which ideas come together

When digital, can these products preserve one of their essentials: functionality? Sure, as they will serve to furnish the expressive environment of a new virtual world

The journey through the country’s megacities stops in Shanghai’s Anfu Road, where creators as flâneurs turn a public space into the Internet celebrities’ street

As Gen Z has brought back the 2000s, the trend is now worldwide. Here we discuss the Chinese youth’s craving for nostalgic style and their icons

Lou Christou’s ensemble signifies all that predates it in terms of subculture and various attempts at appropriation and rebirth. Here is the anatomy of a street-level idea

"Gen Zers show responsible purchasing behaviour," said Nicola Giuggioli, Chairman of Eco Age. This is why we met with him to discuss the future of fashion

In the Metaverse era, the value of business lies in the possibilities unleashed by the slowness of its production

The country now sees a growing number of labels that do not exploit resources to expedite manufacturing speed. Here’s why

Could luxury go animal-free thanks to fruit-based materials as a greener alternative? With people embracing conscious shopping, a revolution has begun

The brand sued Mason Rothschild over his NFTs of their Birkin bags. Trademark infringement or freedom of expression? The federal court sided with Hermès

Being fully immersed in the gameplay, you can leave negative thoughts outside and experience a sense of calm and concentration, virtual but deeply engaging 

“I focused on pieces of identity and fashion, combining words and sounds for a better representation of life,” explains stylist and Unit Leader Akanksha Rohra

Kering created a Beauté division, Prada dedicated a new platform to its make-up and perfume offerings, and Chanel made a bang with an immersive fragrance exhibition

From hairstyle extravaganzas to the “to beard or not to beard” dilemma, the new exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratif shows how our heads can make a protest

With companies now fur-free, biomaterials replacing leather are the next big thing. Alternatives based on cacti, plants or mycelia are here to shape the future

What if smell can work in harmony with an orchestra for new listening experiences? Here’s how sound can make you experience the olfactory notes of a fragrance

To remember the designer who most helped define the Swinging Sixties scene, here we share a list of volumes that will sure boost your creative work

Scarlet bottles are inflaming TikTokers’ feeds, as they post them on their accounts and boast of their seductive power

You may get lost in all the published material when exploring responsibility. But don’t panic: our recommended books, platforms and keywords are here to help you 

Visiting Japan is already popular, but we will give you a new perspective. Forget postcard views: find beauty in small things, starting with a vintage textile dealer

When considering climate change, any attempt to develop green concepts seems not good enough. What should creatives do? Have a transition mindset

An International research network aims to uncover and promote a indigenous textile, produced from the mutuba tree

Here’s an essay to answer one of creative directors' dilemmas: sell what you can make or make what you can sell?

Join us on a journey through the megacities and phantasmagorias of today’s country. First stop: Parkview Green in Beijing

As an intimate series, the Lockdown Project black&white portraits offer a glimpse into the country’s struggle against restrictions and boredom

Students offer their artistic vision of the film Four Rooms and its four stories that take place in the rooms of the Hotel Mon Signor

«I thought the NFT race was just classic American FOMO». Behind the virtual brand that caught Justin Bieber

Dissecting this garment reveals how it is more than a shell to a body. Here’s how we can learn more about the past by digging deeper