As winter settles in, the fashion industry remains fervently active, unveiling a series of notable sartorial and beauty announcements that will set the tone for the season ahead.
Paris Haute Couture Week for Fall/Winter 2025–2026 is underway, showcasing the impact of recent shifts in creative leadership across major houses.
Beyond the runway, Chanel has opened a luxurious new boutique in the heart of Sydney, while Dior and Lewis Hamilton have teamed up for a bold capsule collection that blends performance, luxury, and innovation.
From high-profile debuts to exclusive collaborations, we’ve rounded up the essential fashion and beauty news you need to stay ahead of this July.
Louis Vuitton Unveils 2025 Silver Lockit With Felix For UNICEF Collaboration
Louis Vuitton introduces the 2025 Silver Lockit collection, designed with House Ambassador Felix, a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador for Korea. Featuring a lock engraved with the word “DREAM” and a blue heart, the collection represents the power of hope and children’s rights. Crafted from certified recycled silver, it includes bracelets, earrings, and pendants in vibrant colours. Each piece supports UNICEF’s efforts to protect vulnerable children.
Available from July 18, 2025, with proceeds helping fund critical programs worldwide. Find out more information here.
The Gucci Portrait Series: The Fall Winter 2025 Campaign
Gucci presents The Gucci Portrait Series for Fall/Winter 2025, captured by photographer Catherine Opie. The campaign features forty-two diverse individuals, each offering a unique narrative that highlights the intersection of personal identity and fashion. Opie’s intimate approach to portraiture reveals the subtle dialogue between garment and wearer, where movement and posture become integral to self-expression.
Accompanied by a series of reflective videos directed by Lisa Rovner, the campaign underscores Gucci’s timeless embodiment of sprezzatura, seamlessly connecting the House’s heritage with contemporary sensibilities.
Discover more about the campaign here.
Introducing the D-Motion: Dior’s Latest It-Bag Is All About Elegance in Motion
Dior has just dropped your new obsession – and it moves. Unveiled as part of the House’s Autumn-Winter 2025-2026 ready-to-wear collection, the D-Motion bag is where heritage craftsmanship meets 2025 cool-girl energy. Think soft curves, buttery leather, and Dior’s iconic macrocannage quilting blown up in style.
Designed with movement (and real life) in mind, this is a bag that does it all. The adjustable strap makes it a dream to wear crossbody or slung over your shoulder, while a cinched drawstring closure adds effortless practicality – no fiddling, no fuss. Inside, there’s enough space for your phone, lipstick, keys, and just a touch of mystery.
Of course, the House hasn’t skimped on the detail. The classic “D, I, O, R” charms swing playfully from the handle – because even practical bags deserve a bit of drama. It’s all in the finishing touches.
The colour palette is as versatile as the design: black and light gold for the medium size; black, ecru and powder pink in the small. Whether you’re heading to a gallery opening or just doing the school run in couture (as one does), there’s a D-Motion to match your mood.
Available in stores now.
Zimmermann’s Cruise 26 Collection
In Twisted Romance, Zimmermann charts a course through nostalgia, femininity, and escapist reverie, recasting pirate folklore through the opulent, soft-focus lens of New Romanticism. The Cruise 26 collection is a study in tension: diaphanous silks meet structured denim; corsetry softens into fluid drapery; romance flirts with rebellion.
Drawing on the visual language of vintage adventure tales and maritime mythologies, garments unfurl like illustrated pages, complete with cartographic prints, sea-creature motifs, and shell-like silhouettes. But this is no costume drama. Volume and flourish are grounded in movement, ease, and wearability.
Dramatic sleeves, boned bodices, rose-strewn waistbands, and sculptural collars evoke theatricality, tempered by muted tailoring, utilitarian cargos, and directional denim. It invites wearers to embrace fantasy and dress as an act of self-authorship.
Discover the collection here.
Chopard Unveils New Boutique In Melbourne’s Chadstone
Chopard unveils its new boutique in Chadstone, Melbourne, introducing a refined design concept that reflects the Maison’s commitment to artisanal mastery and contemporary luxury. Nestled within the Southern Hemisphere’s largest retail destination, the boutique features bespoke elements, including a Murano glass chandelier by Barovier & Toso and exclusive Rubelli fabrics.
This space, a harmonious blend of heritage and innovation, invites clients into a world where craftsmanship and emotion converge. The opening marks a significant milestone in Chopard’s global expansion, deepening its Australian presence.
Chanel Opens Doors To New Sydney Boutique
Another exciting store opening comes from Chanel, who has unveiled its newest boutique in the heart of Sydney, marking a major milestone for the House in Australia. Located in a newly redeveloped landmark building on Market Street, this two-floor space was designed by long-time collaborator Peter Marino, blending Parisian refinement with bold modernity. The boutique offers expansive salons for Ready-to-Wear, handbags, shoes, and a dedicated Watches & Fine Jewellery space with its own entrance.
Inspired by the architectural codes of Chanel, Marino’s design features elegant contrasts, from sleek black walls to reflective surfaces and luxurious materials like woven silk and wool. A curated selection of both classic and contemporary art enriches the space, including works by local artist Judy Watson Napangardi and Scottish artist Alastair Gordon.
In addition to a wide array of iconic pieces, the boutique showcases exclusive collections, including the 2024/25 Métiers d’art collection and CHANEL’s first dedicated Watches & Fine Jewellery space in Australia.
The Dior and Lewis Hamilton Capsule Collection
Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has teamed up again with Dior to design a bold, performance-driven lifestyle capsule that blends sportswear with high fashion.
Inspired by his travels across Africa, Hamilton’s vision of Afro-Futurism shaped the collection, reflecting the intersection of culture, identity, and self-expression. Drawing on the energy of motorsport and the craftsmanship of French savoir-faire, the capsule embraces a mix of sartorial elegance, casual comfort, and technical innovation.
The collection features a unique range of silhouettes, from oversized jackets to sleek, tailored pieces. Key items include reversible hooded jackets in leopard tweed and plain canvas, alongside contemporary track suits crafted from laser-etched reflective materials.
Footwear is equally striking, with washed velvet derbies and silver-gradient B44 sneakers, while accessories mix functionality with playful extravagance, incorporating climbing rope details. Sustainability is at the heart of the collection, with the use of recycled materials throughout.
Discover the collection here.
Louis Vuitton Introduces It’s Latest Signature Bag
Louis Vuitton’s Fall-Winter 2025-2026 collection draws inspiration from the fleeting moments of travel — the intersections of strangers, lovers, and the unknown at train stations. Nicolas Ghesquière’s Express bag, a tribute to the 1930s Speedy, blends adventure with sophistication.
Crafted in grained leather and velvet calfskin, its malleable form echoes the iconic Keepall. Available in a refined palette of hues, Express seamlessly fuses elegance, functionality, and craftsmanship, inviting multiple ways to wear it. A timeless companion, it will be available in stores from August 1, 2025.
Michael Rider’s Debut Show For Celine SS26
Michael Rider’s appointment as Celine’s creative director in October 2024 sparked cautious optimism. With a career shaped by stints at Balenciaga, Phoebe Philo’s Celine, and Polo Ralph Lauren, his arrival signaled a return to the house’s roots.
After a two-year runway hiatus, Celine’s first show under Rider debuted during Paris Couture Week, marking a major turning point for the brand. Held at the historic rue Vivienne headquarters, the show conveyed a narrative of craftsmanship and cultural reverence. Invitations arrived wrapped in silk scarves, nodding to Japanese traditions and Rider’s commitment to quality.
His collection seamlessly blends Celine’s iconic elegance with modern innovation, creating pieces that bridge past, present, and future. With stars like Raf Simons, Jonathan Anderson, Naomi Watts, and Kristen Wiig in the front row, Rider’s debut promises to redefine Celine’s legacy, ushering in a bold new era for the house.
Gucci Releases Fifth High Watchmaking Collection
Gucci’s 2025 High Watchmaking collection presents seven exceptional timepieces, reflecting a fusion of the House’s storied heritage and innovative craftsmanship. The G-Timeless line introduces five meticulously crafted watches, each an homage to archival motifs, such as the Flora and Velieri prints, employing complex Métiers d’Art techniques, micro-marquetry, and gemstone inlays.
The GUCCI 25H collection introduces a 40mm skeleton tourbillon, inspired by the Colosseum, while the Gucci Interlocking expands with a 41mm rose gold model, featuring a flying tourbillon and a dazzling mosaic of diamonds. These exceptional timepieces push the boundaries of horological innovation and craftsmanship.
Discover more about Gucci here.
Piaget’s New Possession Pieces Are the Definition Of Effortless Luxury
Piaget’s latest additions to its Possession collection are the kind of pieces that feel at once subtle and striking – perfect for modern minimalists who love a touch of opulence. The new unisex bangles and rings, including the standout Possession Décor Palace bracelet in 18K rose gold, offer a refined take on signature luxury, designed to be worn by anyone, anywhere, at any time.
Adorned with Piaget’s iconic Décor Palace engraving, the pieces carry the maison’s hallmark of craftsmanship while embracing a clean-lined, contemporary aesthetic.
This is jewellery made for layering- whether with previous Possession pieces or your own personal favourites – and invites individual expression, no matter your style. It’s an invitation to play, stack, and style with freedom.
Explore the full collection at piaget.com.
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Perlée Collection Is A Masterclass In Radiance
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Perlée collection proves that elegance can be both joyful and luminous. Defined by its signature golden beads, the collection spans bracelets, rings, and earrings – each piece glowing in yellow, rose, or white gold, and often punctuated with exceptional diamonds.
The highlight? The Perlée Diamonds bracelet in 18K white gold, which wraps the wrist in five rows of brilliance. Every diamond is meticulously selected – rated D to F in colour and IF to VVS in clarity – ensuring the kind of sparkle that’s both intense and refined.
Whether worn solo or layered, these are pieces that move effortlessly between day and night, modern minimalism and timeless glamour. A celebration of joy, movement and light, Perlée captures the spirit of the Van Cleef & Arpels woman: confident, luminous, and endlessly chic.
Explore the collection at vancleefarpels.com.
ECCO’s New Everyday Essential
Scandi soul meets Parisian edge in ECCO’s latest statement sneaker. Designed in collaboration with Natacha Ramsay-Levi, the ECCO BIOM C-TRAIL fuses Nordic minimalism with retro styling and all-day wearability. Built for the modern urban explorer, these sneakers are equal parts function and fashion – lightweight, sculptural, and effortlessly cool.
Crafted with tonal contrasts and luxe mixed materials, they take you from workout to weekend brunch without missing a step. Whether you’re pounding pavements or pacing through galleries, ECCO’s heritage craftsmanship ensures comfort never compromises style. The result? A unisex design that redefines the sneaker as the ultimate everyday essential.
Discover here.
The Triple Threat Serum That’s Changing The Anti-Ageing Game
Meet your new skincare power player: Lancôme Rénergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol. This clever triple-active formula combines retinol, pure vitamin C, and soothing x-peptide – delivering serious anti-ageing, brightening, and calming benefits in one sleek pump. Designed to make the “impossible possible,” it smooths fine lines, evens tone, and strengthens skin – all without irritation. Expect visible results, fast.
Discover more at Lancôme Australia.
The Puff Heart Necklace Is the Golden Love Letter Your Jewellery Box Needs
The Puff Heart Necklace is anything but shy – bold, glossy, and irresistibly sentimental. It’s the kind of piece you buy on impulse and end up wearing forever. Crafted in 18k electroplated gold over sterling silver, it balances nostalgia with edge. The chunky belcher chain feels like a throwback to ‘90s cool, while the voluminous heart pendant brings all the romance – polished to a mirror finish and detachable for versatility.
Its genius lies in the detail: a swivel clasp that gives it that modern twist, plus three adjustable loops that let you style it high and tight or looser and laid-back. Whether you’re layering it with slinky gold strands or letting it shine solo over a white tee or slip dress, it does all the heavy lifting.
At 50cm long and 3mm wide, the chain makes a confident statement without screaming. The heart itself? A glossy 30mm of pure golden attitude. Gift it to someone you love (yourself included), and it’ll become the kind of piece they reach for daily – sentimental, yes, but seriously chic.
Discover here.
Gold, Bold, And Ready To Turn Heads: Piaget’s Possession Bracelet
Meet the ultimate power piece: Piaget’s Possession “Decor Palace” bracelet in 18K rose gold. One brilliant-cut diamond, endless style potential. With its signature spinning design and intricate Décor Palace finish, this bracelet isn’t just a pretty face – it’s a tactile delight. Smooth, sculptural, and seriously luxe, it brings heritage craftsmanship into the now.
This isn’t quiet luxury. It’s bold. Playful. Designed to be touched, turned, and totally lived in. Think statement energy with heirloom feels.
Wear it solo with a white tee or stack it high for maximum drama. However you style it, one thing’s clear: this bracelet is here to own the moment. And so are you.
Fresh Aesthetics: The Clinic Quietly Changing Faces (In the Best Way)
Fresh Aesthetics isn’t about filters, fillers or fads – it’s about subtle tweaks that make a big difference. Think refreshed, not redone.
Known for their “less is more” approach, the clinic uses a custom facial assessment system to create tailored treatment plans that balance, contour and restore – without erasing what makes you you.
From non-surgical sculpting to glow-boosting skin treatments, every move is backed by evidence-based practice and the latest medical tech. Translation? You’re in very safe, very skilled hands.
The team? AHPRA-registered nurses with medical backgrounds and a serious eye for detail. No overfilled lips. No frozen faces. Just confident, natural-looking results. The vibe? Empowerment through enhancement. Because ageing is a privilege – and you get to do it your way.
Go to freshaesthetics.com.au
