Fab Flash: More Female Designers Exuding Influence


Updated 09/26/07 2:18 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 7 comments

Fab Flash: More Female Designers Exuding Influence

Big change is afoot in the fashion industry: after the 90s, which were dominated by male designers, women designers seem to be taking the upper hand. Even though female designers have a long way to go in male-run fashion capitals like New York and Paris, there does seem to be a trend emerging, particularly in Milan. In Italy alone, a large number of family-run companies were founded or are Read more

Runway Retrospective: Lanvin


Updated 10/11/11 6:24 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Lanvin Runway Retrospective

Founded in 1889 by milliner Jeanne Lanvin, the Lanvin label is known not only as the oldest French fashion house in operation, but also lauded as a favorite in modern womenswear. Jeanne began the label skillfully using embellishment, beading, and a floral palette, which would go on to become signatures of the Lanvin label. Today, it's a blend both of the brand's traditional style and Alber Read more