8 May 2026 |
Givenchy’s Voyou bag, Alaïa taps Hailey Bieber, and more.
The first Monday in May has come and gone, with some spectacular looks, fun parties, and of course, an exhibit worth checking out when it opens to the public. Life has returned to normal in the fashion world and with it comes all of the other non-Met Gala news. The big surprise of the week? Alaïa’s newest ad campaign starring none other than Hailey Bieber. Meanwhile Givenchy released their latest bag, the Voyou, a little mischievous take on the bucket style while Louis Vuitton is offering up reimagined versions of their city guides, just in time for your upcoming summer travel plans. And for those seeking a mental, rather than physical escape, Dolce & Gabbana is releasing a book that explores their wealth of artistic influences.
Read on to learn more and catch up on what else you might have missed.
Givenchy Loves a Little Mischief
In French voyou means someone who’s known to cause a little trouble. And for Givenchy, that’s a cheeky way to call a series of bags, with the latest addition to their Voyou line being a bucket style. A part of their fall winter 2026 collection, it just launched and features a silhouette that captures modern Parisian style. Free-spirited, the new handbag stands out with its sleek leather drawstring closure, sculpting the biker-inspired shape. Crafted with calf leather and finished with refined hardware, the design balances practicality and polish through versatile carrying options and a spacious suede-lined interior. Available in a mixture of seasonal hues, find it here.
Get to Know A City, The Louis Vuitton Way
Half the fun of traveling to a new city is planning where to stay, shop, and eat. And while you can fall down social media rabbit holes during your research, sometimes it’s also good to vet suggestions. Enter: Louis Vuitton’s city guides. With 43 destinations in both print and digital formats, the brand has recently updated their Bangkok, London, Miami, New York, Paris, Rome, and Tokyo editions with new content. Featuring guest contributors, you have the likes of chef Chalee Kader giving insight into Bangkok while artist Eva Joseph takes us around her version of Paris. You’ll also find an illustrated section that breaks down the city’s history as well as prominent locals. There’s also an app, which will offer everything from secret spots to walking tours to photographic portfolios. Added bonus: it syncs up to the brand’s Louis Vuitton Tambour smartwatch, notifying you if you happen to be near a spot worth checking out. Talk about an unforgettable vacation.
Hailey Bieber is Officially an Alaïa Woman
For their Summer Fall 2026 Archetypes campaign, Alaïa has enlisted Hailey Bieber as the face of a collection rooted in minimalism and sculpture. Shot by Tyrone Lebon at his London gallery, Graces Mews, these images mark the first time the space has been used as a fashion backdrop, under the direction of Pieter Mulier. Against a stripped-back setting of glass furniture and monochrome tones, Bieber embodies the essence of the Alaïa woman. The collection revisits the brand’s signature looks through architectural suede, sculpted knits, second-skin leather, and vivid floral accents, celebrating the beauty of simplicity.
Loro Piana’s Quiet Summer Escape
For Resort 2026, Loro Piana is bringing the essence of an effortless summer to a collection that moves seamlessly between city and beach. Defined by fluid silhouettes, airy linens, and a palette inspired by Mediterranean landscapes, the looks celebrate luxury through relaxed elegance. Signature pieces are reimagined with a contemporary twist, while marine-inspired prints, artisanal embroidery, and accessories evoke the spirit of seaside relaxation. Photographed by Annemarieke Van Drimmelen in Palm Springs, featuring Selena Forrest, Ida Heiner, and Just Verhoeff, the campaign reflects a timeless sense of a warm weather escape.
A Look Into Dolce & Gabbana’s Wealth of Artistic Inspiration
With ArteModa, Dolce & Gabbana is celebrating the connection between fashion and fine art, tracing the creative influences that have shaped the brand’s identity since the 1990s. The book explores how iconic artistic movements, like Byzantine mosaics and Renaissance painting to the surrealism of Salvador Dalí and the street art of Jean-Michel Basquiat, have been transformed. Producing garments inspired by works such as Sunflowers and Basket of Fruit, ArteModa stands as both a visual archive and a tribute to the timeless relationship between beauty and creativity. It launches worldwide on June 30th but you can pre-order it at Rizzoli or Amazon. And for those who want it now, there will be 50 limited edition copies available at Rizzoli New York.
An Eclipse At Boucheron
Serpent Bohème, introduced in 1968, is an iconic Boucheron design and now it’s been given a modern makeover. Relaunched this week, it’s inspired by the solar eclipse, when shadow reveals light and light deepens the shadow. Consisting of a 12-piece collection pairing yellow gold and onyx, a necklace, ring, earring, bracelet and watch highlight the faceted onyx. Another three, a pendant, earrings and ring, are filled with polished gold. Lastly, creative director Claire Choisne, has imagined four pieces where the onyx and gold coexist in an unexpected way. To accompany, a campaign fittingly called “Shadow and Light” showcases this deep yet luminous array of baubles.
Could Nike’s Moon Shoe Be the Sneaker of the Summer?
More than five decades after its debut, Nike’s Moon Shoe is stepping back into the spotlight as the latest “It sneaker.” First created in 1971 as a waffle sole running prototype, the silhouette has evolved from a coveted collector’s piece into a street-style must-have, fueled by the success of the Nike x Jacquemus collaboration and a growing roster of celebrity fans including Jacob Elordi, Lisa, and Alysa Liu. With its retro athletic look, the Moon Shoe has quickly become the defining sneaker of summer. The brand just dropped three addition colorways this week, in yellow, white, and blue. Shop it here.
It’s Miami Time
Last week, Bucherer launched a new timepiece in collaboration with H. Moser & Cie. Inspired by the vibrant colors of Miami, this watch features an azure blue dial, which is in stark contrast with the bright pink wristband. Green Super-LumiNova-coated minute and hour hands add a striking accent. This collection is limited to 28 pieces worldwide, making it one of the most special recent launches of refined haute horlogerie.
Feels Like Summer Baby!
A warm ocean breeze comes through the window as you slip on your Versace silk dress and printed scarf around your neck — that’s the vibe for the La Vacanza. The Mediterranean fantasy is Versace’s newest campaign. Shot by Steven Meisel, who created some of the brand’s most iconic imagery between 1993 and 2004, the images evokes pure nostalgia. Looking closely at the photos, you will discover those past ads surrounding the new generation of models embodying Versace’s spirit.
Issey Miyake Opens Their Largest Boutique in the World in NYC
After calling Tribeca their home for 24 years, Issey Miyake has made the move uptown to open their largest store in the world. Located at 45 Madison Avenue, inside the Cass Gilbert-designed New York Life Building, the Beaux-Art structure houses their new flagship as designed by New York-based architecture firm, Solid Objectives Idenburg Liu. The expansive two-floor space will play home to both men’s and women’s runway collections along with a slew of sub-labels including HaaT, me, Goods Goods, and A-POC Able to name a few. There will also be a gallery in the back, called Mado, and is the first to exist outside of Asia. Elements of their old boutique, namely the glass from Hudson Street has been repurposed into tables, while a metal panel over the cash wrap nods to Miyake’s longstanding relationship to sculptor Frank Gehry. In honor of the opening you’ll find three exclusives: a hat made from abaca fabric, a folding jacket presented like a kimono, and a series called SHADE AND SHADED_NY, which feature architectural sheer separates and dresses. Issey Miyake opes to the public today.
