Spread across Sydney, day two of Australian Fashion Week saw designers explore contrasts of softness and structure, and nostalgia and futurism—sometimes within the same look. Beginning with some dramatic weather at COMMAS‘ early seaside presentation, the day was abuzz from sunrise to sunset.

If the opening day established a renewed sense of confidence in Australian fashion, Tuesday’s packed schedule proved that designers, both veteran and emerging, have so much more to offer.

From fluid tailoring and sculptural silhouettes at Bianca Spender that floated through an industrial warehouse installation to Aje’s powder-pink runway in the heart of the city, and Courtney Zheng’s triumphant solo debut, the day was a testament to the spectrum of creativity and craft of local labels.

Read on for the full runway reports from Day Two of Australian Fashion Week 2026.

AFW DAY TWO

Bianca Spender

For Resort 2027, Bianca Spender presented a collection steeped in subtle drama. Staged within a raw industrial warehouse softened by Lauren Brincat’s suspended parachute installation, the show explored the tension between structure and surrender.

Prior to the show, Spender described the collection as an exploration of “quiet rebellion”, and there was something deeply appealing about the restraint of it all, where movement, proportion and texture spoke for themselves. Tailored column silhouettes dissolved into liquid organza; crisp suiting softened against chiffon and parachute nylon; sculptural funnel necklines framed the body without ever restricting it. Clothes either delicately hugged the body or seemed to ethereally hover over it. But whether it floated, shifted or billowed, the intention behind it was palpable.

What made the collection particularly persuasive was its balance of conceptual intrigue and genuine wearability. Even the more architectural pieces, such as bubble hems, wrapped faux-leather necklines, and sheer dresses, retained an ease that felt entirely modern. Primed for real wardrobes and real lives.

In Spender’s hands, fluidity became less an aesthetic choice than a philosophy, one where vision and engineering converge with flawless execution.

Courtney Zheng

After last year’s turn within The Frontier, Courtney Zheng marked a milestone by staging her first standalone show during day two of AFW. Titled Beauty as Resistance, the Resort ’27 collection drew heavily from the Sydney designer’s memories of queer nightlife, live music and the creative communities that shaped her early twenties. Beyond its aesthetic allure, it’s a world, Zheng explained, defined by “carelessness and rebellion”.

That spirit ran through the collection with a cohesion that solidified Zheng as a force of Australian fashion. Kicking off with lace-up, club-ready minis plucked straight from Y2K moodboards, the runway demonstrated a bold evolution of her signature fluid tailoring. With sheer chiffon gowns disrupted by distressed denim, heavy silver hardware, and dramatic silhouettes that effortlessly jumped between decades, the result was a wardrobe that balanced romance with grit. There was a lived-in sensuality to the clothes, as though each look already carried stories from a long night out. Bridie Gilbert’s styling sharpened that mood further, layering moto references and vintage-inspired pieces with an instinctive looseness that made the collection feel inhabited rather than something overly constructed.

“I wanted the runway to feel like a cast of characters,” Zheng said prior to the show, and it did exactly that. Models included friends of the brand, and moved through the space with cinematic nonchalance, including an expanded unisex offering—a creative shift Zheng described as “refreshing”.

With her solo debut, Courtney Zheng offered a portrait of community, celebrating the people and places that inspire us.

Aje

Down the road from the MCA grounds, Aje transformed The Lands by Capella into a rose-tinted fever dream, where everything from the plush carpet to the walls was washed in soft pink hues. Apty named Siren, the brand’s Resort 2027 collection, was inspired by the shifting moods and textures of the Australian landscape and evoked the same awe.

Rather than leaning into the more obvious Australiana, founders Adrian Norris and Edwina Forest approached the idea with a lighter touch, exploring the interplay between ruggedness and romance through fabric and silhouette. Sculptural draping curved around the body in waves, sheer organza floated in airy volumes, while sequinned separates and tassel detailing brought a sense of whimsy with every step. Elsewhere, vegan leather and suede added weight and sharpness, grounding the collection’s softer moments with a subtle toughness.

After nearly two decades in business, what Aje continues to do particularly well is make occasionwear feel relaxed rather than contrived. Even the more dramatic dresses retained a sense of ease and play, styled with the kind of polished nonchalance and irreverent spirit that keeps global audiences flocking to Aussie brands.

Hansen & Gretel

At the Museum of Contemporary Art, Hansen & Gretel brought a slice of the South Coast to Sydney Harbour, sans the travel. For Resort ’26, titled TIDE, creative director Ainsley Hansen looked to the ocean rhythms and surf culture of her beachside upbringing, translating them into a collection that felt breezy, tactile and casually seductive.

The set quite literally leaned into the theme: ice sculptures embedded with shells and starfish lining the runway, while Gary Sinclair’s immersive soundscape ebbed and swelled like distant waves. But the collection avoided veering into costume territory thanks to its easy confidence. Ombré silk gowns shifted from shell-pink to deep mauve like the sky at dusk, washed denim came scattered with mother-of-pearl appliqué, and airy broderie pieces captured that specific feeling of throwing something on after a late-afternoon dip.

There was a softness running throughout, though not without edge. Hansen & Gretel’s signature “femininity with bite” appeared in slinky cuts, oversized accessories and crystal embellishments. The overall effect was less mermaid fantasy, more beachside nostalgia translated with a grown-up sensibility.

Alix Higgins

Celebrating six years of his namesake label—and his fifth season at AFW—the Sydney designer leaned further into the beautifully chaotic visual language that has made his work feel so singular within Australian fashion right now.

“I wanted to make something from the past,” Higgins told GRAZIA of his inspiration, though nothing here felt nostalgic in the traditional sense. Historical porcelain florals sourced from museum archives and eBay listings were digitally warped into hyper-saturated prints that appeared glitched, sampled and glowy. Working with longtime friend Daniel Faust, Higgins also created what he described as an “impossible beach”, a video-game-like print that turned paradise into something uncanny and surreal.

The clothes themselves moved between sincerity and irony with ease, as is Higgins’ gift. Colour-blocked jersey dresses, upcycled polo skirts and draped printed silks collided with Pandora charms, Nothing headphones, and smoky, teased Gibson Girl beauty looks. It shouldn’t have worked, but somehow it absolutely did.

There’s often a temptation to over-intellectualise Higgins’ work. In reality, its power lies in emotion, instinct and world-building. This season felt sharper, stranger and more self-assured than ever. In fashion, taste and skill will get you far, but it’s Higgins’ knack for world-building that pulls everyone in, and cemented him as a pillar of Australia’s new frontier of design.

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It appears there may be a new love story quietly unfolding in Brooklyn.

Fresh from the acclaim surrounding Ryan Murphy’s Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, actress Sarah Pidgeon has been photographed engaging in some PDA with British actor Joe Alwyn, sparking speculation that the pair are dating. Photographs published by People show the actors together in Brooklyn on Saturday, appearing relaxed and affectionate during an afternoon stroll.

According to the publication, the sighting was not a one-off. Pidgeon and Alwyn were reportedly seen together multiple times in the borough throughout the previous week, suggesting that their connection may extend beyond a casual outing.

For their latest appearance, both sported denim and basics. Pidgeon, 29, paired some low-waisted bootcut jeans with a simple white tank top, while Alwyn, 35, opted for a black t-shirt and faded baggy jeans. At one point, Pidgeon was photographed with her arm around the actor and then kissing him in a restaurant.

If the rumours prove true, the relationship would mark Alwyn’s first publicly reported romance since his split from Taylor Swift in April 2023. The actor and pop superstar dated for more than six years, keeping much of their relationship out of the public eye despite intense interest.

Since their breakup, Alwyn has remained characteristically guarded when discussing his personal life. In a 2024 interview with The Times, he reflected on the challenges of navigating a highly scrutinised separation, describing the experience as having something “very real suddenly thrown into a very unreal space”.

He also reaffirmed his commitment to privacy, explaining that he and Swift, who is set to marry Travi Kelce this July, had mutually chosen to keep the details of their relationship private and that he saw no reason to change that approach.

Neither Alwyn nor Pidgeon has publicly commented on the dating speculation, but we’re expecting to see some future sightings.

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By the time guests climbed the stairs to Elizabeth Bay House on Thursday evening, Nicol & Ford had already transformed one of Sydney’s most austere colonial homes into something brimming with an intimate glamour. For their fifth consecutive Australian Fashion Week runway show, the designers took Australian artist Adrian Feint as their starting point, building on a long-held admiration for his vibrant florals, and creating a beautifully coded love letter to fantasy, performance and queer survival.

“Feint’s colour and form brought a kind of openness and joy,” founders Katie-Louise and Lilian Nicol-Ford told GRAZIA before the show, and you could feel that exuberance ripple through the rooms. Making their way down an ornate staircase, models drifted through the historic house in sculptural pannier gowns, draped chiffon and hand-painted silks, weaving between floral installations by Date Night Studio while the scent of Tsu Lange Yor’s orchid-and-galbanum fragrance, designed especially for the show, lingered in the air.

The clothes themselves masterfully balanced grandeur with eccentricity, bringing together the designers’ passion for art history and forgotten figures of resistance. Natasha Walsh’s extraordinary oil-painted gowns, which were developed through research into Feint’s handwritten patron ledgers at the State Library of NSW, were an especially compelling element. “Bringing [Walsh] into the process introduced a material language that felt entirely new to us,” noted Nicol-Ford. “We learned a great deal through that collaboration, even as it pushed and challenged how we usually work.”

Within Feint, florals not only nodded to Feint’s surrealist botanical fantasies but also took symbols once used to mark persecution in queer history and transformed them into expressions of defiance. With each look circulating the salon, a character of epic poise offered guests a close-up of what could only have been achieved with painstaking artistry and a host of talented collaborators.

Gloriously styled by Miguel Urbina Tan, Murano-glass bags, Julian Dimase’s surreal prosthetics, Phoebe Hyles’ millinery and Tobias Sangkuhl’s metalwork pushed the collection into deliciously theatrical territory. And, as expected, the beauty proved as much a highlight as the clothes, with hair creations by John Pulitano for Original & Mineral, nails by Libby May, and Pinky (Nicole Thompson) for MAC.

In their trusted hands, beauty and camp became something more tender, made palpable by a cast that truly reflected the community Nicol & Ford has nurtured.

“It feels like a lighter chapter for us,” the designers explained, “one that makes space for humour, beauty and resilience alongside the histories that continue to shape the work.”

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Awards season may culminate with the Academy Awards, but fashion’s final act actually begins afterwards. Following the ceremony at the Dolby Theatre, Hollywood heavyweights make their way to the legendary Vanity Fair Oscars After Party, an after-hours gathering that has, over three decades, become as much a part of Oscar night as the ceremony itself.

With its famous guest list spanning actors, musicians, models, designers, athletes and industry power players, the VF party’s red carpet—transformed this year into a sleek silver setting—has long offered a second fashion moment to rival the Oscars. After all, once the awards are handed out, the mood tends to loosen, and the outfits follow suit.

This year’s ceremony saw Michael B. Jordan win Best Actor for Sinners, while One Battle After Another secured Best Picture and Best Director for Paul Thomas Anderson. Now, the evening continues with a fresh round of looks, as stars swap their awards-show ensembles for something a touch more daring.

2026 Vanity Fair Oscars After Party

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Jonathan Anderson’s Dior era is barely out of the gate, yet already it feels impossible to look away. Today in Los Angeles, the Irish designer unveils his first Cruise collection for the maison. Having already tackled ready-to-wear and Haute Couture debuts with aplomb, this show is poised to further piece together his vision for one of fashion’s most storied houses.

The setting alone suggests drama. Staged at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art against the newly unveiled David Geffen Galleries by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Peter Zumthor, the presentation places Anderson’s Dior in dialogue with art, architecture and Hollywood mythology all at once. Fitting, perhaps, for a designer whose work has always thrived on marrying concept with artistry.

Since taking on one of fashion’s most influential creative roles, Anderson has approached Dior with a steady confidence. From his Spring/Summer 2026 debut in Paris to his inaugural turn on the Haute Couture schedule, he has been lauded by new fans and Dior purists alike. Now, with Los Angeles as his backdrop and an Alfred Hitchcock-inflected teaser starring Alison Oliver already fuelling anticipation, Cruise 2027 promises another compelling chapter.

Watch the teaser and catch Dior Cruise 2027 show live from Los Angeles below.

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Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater have reportedly ended their relationship after three years together.

According to Page Six, the pair quietly parted ways several months ago, with sources insisting the split was amicable. “Ariana and Ethan broke up several months ago, but they’ve remained friends since then and have nothing but respect and admiration for one another,” a source told the publication. “This wasn’t a decision they took lightly, but realised they were better off friends than in a committed relationship.”

The news arrives as Grande enters a particularly busy chapter. The singer launched her highly anticipated Eternal Sunshine tour in California over the weekend and is preparing for the release of her new album, Petal, in July. According to reports, the forthcoming record is not inspired by either the breakup or her relationship with Slater.

Grande, 32, and Slater, 34, first met while filming Wicked, in which they star as Glinda and Boq. Their romance became headline news in 2023, when reports emerged that both had separated from their respective spouses: Grande from then-husband Dalton Gomez, and Slater from his estranged wife, Lilly Jay, with whom he shares a son.

The relationship attracted intense public scrutiny in its early days, particularly after Jay publicly criticised Grande in multiple outlets, including a personally-penned essay about her divorce in The Cut. Sources close to the couple, however, maintained at the time that there had been no wrongdoing and that Slater had already separated from Jay before his romance with Grande began.

Despite the attention surrounding their relationship, though, Grande and Slater largely kept their romance out of the spotlight, making only occasional public appearances together. As recently as December, Slater shared rare personal photographs of the pair celebrating the holidays.

For now, Grande appears focused on the road ahead, with plenty in her career to keep her occupied.

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Australian Fashion Week 2026 has officially kicked off with an epic lineup of local talent.

Returning with a new address, there was a fresh sense of momentum in the air, and an idyllic vista to match. For the first time, the festivities unfolded at the Museum of Contemporary Art, where the harbour shimmered in the background and editors, buyers, creators and models darted between shows beneath increasingly ominous clouds.

The week began with a moving Welcome to Country ceremony, grounding the proceedings in reflection and community before the fashion crowd launched headfirst into a packed schedule of runway debuts and long-awaited returns. Inside venues across Circular Quay and the CBD, designers leaned into craft and storytelling, from Toni Maticevski’s sculptural salon presentation to Beare Park’s sensual tailoring.

By evening, some dramatic weather had finally arrived just in time for Carla Zampatti’s closing show, where Shanina Shaik strode through the drizzle with the kind of glamour that rain can’t dampen. If day one proved anything, it’s that Australian fashion is entering an exciting new era.

Read on and watch this space for GRAZIA‘s show dispatches throughout the week.

AFW 2026 DAY ONE

Maticevski

Ten years after his last on-schedule appearance at Australian Fashion Week, Toni Maticevski made an irreverent return on day one. Staged inside The Collider in Haymarket, and opened by Gemma Ward, the designer’s Winter 2026 presentation offered an intimate look at 23 ornate looks, with guests brought close enough to appreciate every sculptural fold, floating frill and feat of construction.

For Maticevski, inspiration didn’t begin with a singular reference point. Instead, the collection emerged from an ongoing exploration of silhouette, fabrication, and technique that has defined the house’s two-decade visual language. “The mood often begins with fabric and colour; they create a feeling and shape in my mind, which slowly takes form as the collection develops,” he told GRAZIA ahead of the show. “There is also an interplay of motifs and textures I’ve explored throughout the last twenty years, leaf motifs transformed into fringes, layered volumes and exaggerated proportions… Ultimately, it becomes a meeting point between the realities of modern wearability and a more fantastical, fairytale sense of dreaming.”

And there was certainly fantasy here, albeit the controlled kind. A layered all-white look with cascading organza evoked bridal ether without ever tipping into saccharine territory, while one of the closing looks appeared to hover around the body entirely untethered from gravity.

Yet beneath the theatricality was remarkable precision. With every drape, shimmer, and exaggerated proportion, there was purpose. Perhaps, after a long absence, that is what made the show feel so resonant. In returning to the AFW schedule, Maticevski wasn’t attempting to keep up, but rather, reintroduce us to his own world, trusting in its enduring originality.

Beare Park

Presented within the soaring curves of the Sydney Opera House, where the brand first debuted five years ago, Beare Park’s Pre-Fall 2026 collection channelled the aching romanticism of Sinéad O’Connor’s ‘In This Heart’, conjuring a wardrobe that felt intimate, intelligent and self-assured. Impeccably styled by Nicchia Wippell, the collection exuded a palpable sense of confidence in each look. Every detail was given thorough consideration, executed with the effortless polish we’ve come to expect from the designer.

For this season, founder Gabriella Pereira explored devotion as both a feeling and a discipline, translating personal transformation into elongated tailoring, liquid draping, and silhouettes that moved with sensual ease. Crisp cotton shirting was softened by translucent silk layers, while metallic ash dupion caught the light like smoke and outerwear made for the ultimate statement. A palette of burnt sienna, tobacco, ivory and near-black nightshade only heightened the mood.

What continues to distinguish Beare Park is its ability to make restraint feel seductive. Even the most dramatic proportions retained an ease to them, as though the wearer had simply thrown on an impeccably cut floor-length coat before slipping out the door.

In a sweet gesture, Pereira included a detailed directory of the local makers and suppliers behind the collection, spotlighting the Australian artisans and craftspeople integral to the brand’s process. At a time when fashion often speaks vaguely about “craft”, Beare Park chose specificity—and all the better for it.

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Awards season has reached its grand finale. Today, the 98th Academy Awards unfolded at the Dolby Theatre, where Hollywood’s biggest stars gathered to celebrate the year’s most celebrated films. Hosted once again by Conan O’Brien, the ceremony promises the usual mix of cinematic triumph, emotional speeches—and, of course, exceptional fashion.

But before the academy reveals its choices, there’s the Oscars red carpet, which has long served as one of fashion’s most closely watched stages. And with this year’s guest list reading like a who’s who of modern Hollywood—nominees Teyana Taylor, Emma Stone, Jessie Buckley, Nicole Kidman, to name a few—you can bet there was plenty of style to rival the performances.

From dramatic silhouettes to impeccable tailoring, here are the best fashion moments from the 2026 Academy Awards red carpet.

The best looks from the 2026 Oscars red carpet

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There are few debuts more scrutinised than a first full Fall/Winter ready-to-wear outing at Dior, and shortly, all eyes will turn to the Jardin des Tuileries as Jonathan Anderson presents his vision live in the House’s perennial show space.

Having already unveiled his inaugural ready-to-wear and Haute Couture collections, this season feels more like the moment of synthesis. While a hit debut Spring/Summer 2026 eases some of the pressure, there are still stakes for his second, mostly regarding where the designer’s cerebral romanticism, craft-led instincts, and penchant for subversion will coalesce within the codes of such a storied brand.

A teaser clip posted to Instagram offers a glimpse of the mood, with lily pads glimpsed beneath the water, their veined membranes lit by sunlight from above. Perhaps a suggestion of something stirring below the surface? All will be revealed.

Expect, too, a formidable front row. Ambassadors, including Mia Goth, Taylor Russell, Greta Lee, Josh O’Connor, LaKeith Stanfield and Anya Taylor-Joy, are likely to descend, ensuring a runway display of its own outside the demountable setting.

Watch the show live from Paris on March 3 at 2:30 pm (March 4 at 12:30 am AEST) as Anderson defines the next chapter.

(Feature image: Photography © Ben Pexton. Ceramics © Kazunori Hamana)

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Along with some crisp weather, June has delivered the kind of news that reminds us that the worlds of fashion and beauty don’t slow down in the face of a bit of rain. There were major luxury houses plotting ambitious journeys, local brands extending their reach overseas, and a growing sense that physical spaces—from boutiques to flagships—remain as important to brand storytelling as the collections themselves.

Whether through beautifully designed retail environments, thoughtfully produced objects or collections designed to transport us somewhere else entirely, the month is serving up some serious talking points.

From Sydney securing a place on the global fashion calendar to major milestone anniversaries, here are the fashion and beauty headlines to have on your radar.

Beauty & Fashion News For June 2026

Chanel taps Sydney for its next Cruise show stopover

Mark your calendars, because Sydney is officially joining fashion’s most glamorous travel itinerary. After debuting in Biarritz this April, Matthieu Blazy’s first Cruise collection for Chanel will touch down in Sydney on November 5, marking the House’s first-ever runway presentation in Australia.

The choice feels fitting: Cruise collections have always been rooted in coastal destination dressing, and Sydney’s landscape and lifestyle make a compelling backdrop. It also reflects the Maison’s longstanding connection to Australia through ambassadors including Nicole Kidman, Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi.

Discover more here.

Le Labo reflects on the art of scent to celebrate twenty years

For a brand built on the idea that fragrance should be savoured, Le Labo’s latest project feels perfectly on message. To mark its twentieth anniversary, the cult perfumer has released The Essence of Slow Perfumery, a new tome by Deborah Royer exploring the philosophy that has guided the brand since its inception.

Part retrospective, part meditation, the book weaves together essays, photography, archival material and reflections on craftsmanship, memory, scent and the art of slowing down. In an era obsessed with speed, Le Labo is making a convincing case for lingering a little longer.

Discover more here.

State of Escape puts down roots in Tokyo

This month, State of Escape is celebrating a major milestone with the opening of its first standalone Japanese store in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya. Designed as a calm retreat amid one of the world’s busiest cities, the space showcases the Australian accessories label’s signature blend of functionality and considered design.

Natural stone, timber and stainless steel frame the brand’s collections, while a central Ficus Benjamina tree and a handcrafted sculpture by Australian artist Clementine Stoney Maconachie bring a distinctly local touch. The opening coincides with the brand’s tenth year in Japan and marks a significant step in its ongoing expansion.

Discover more here.

Trudon reimagines a bestseller with Carmen

Expanding on its storied fragrance universe with the launch of Carmen, Trudon launches a new scent inspired by one of the House’s most beloved creations: the Ernesto candle. But rather than simply bottling a bestseller, perfumer Émilie Bouge has reimagined Ernesto’s tobacco-and-leather signature through a more intimate lens, creating a fragrance designed to live on the skin rather than scent a room.

Rum, honeyed notes and textured leather unfold alongside patchouli and resins, resulting in something warm, sensual and provocative. Named after the fiercely independent heroine of Bizet’s opera, Carmen embodies freedom, confidence and a touch of rebellion.

Discover more here.

Ralph Lauren opens a new Castle Hill boutique

Ralph Lauren’s Australian expansion continues with the opening of a new Polo Ralph Lauren boutique at Sydney’s Castle Towers. Located in the city’s North-West, the store offers dedicated menswear and womenswear collections, bringing the brand’s polished take on Americana style to a growing retail precinct.

Designed around Ralph Lauren’s signature mix of heritage and modern luxury, the boutique features warm finishes and refined architectural details that feel both classic and contemporary.

Discover more here.

Luxury jeweller FRED expands its Australian presence 

French jewellery house FRED is continuing its Australian expansion with the opening of a new boutique within Chatswood Chase’s luxury precinct. Arriving as the Maison celebrates its 90th anniversary, the space marks FRED’s fourth Australian boutique in just five years.

Designed to evoke the sun-drenched glamour of the French Riviera, the interiors draw on Mediterranean blues, warm sandy hues and shimmering textures inspired by the sea. The result feels bright, elegant and distinctly transportive while still reflecting the local landscapes. An intimate private salon completes the experience, offering a more personalised introduction to the world of the self-described “Sunshine Jeweller” and its radiant approach to fine jewellery.

Discover more here.

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May has delivered the sort of news cycle that makes you want to impulsively book a European summer, reorganise your wardrobe, and perhaps start a Pilates membership while you’re at it. While rain is upon us, sun-drenched capsule collections, luxurious resort dressing and a wave of new retail openings landing on Australian shores keep us feeling particularly optimistic.

From Mediterranean-inspired collaborations to sleek new Sydney storefronts and holiday collections designed for escaping reality (or at least your inbox), these are the fashion and beauty headlines that defined the month.

Fashion & Beauty News For May 2026

Maje and Blanca Miró team up for a holiday-inspired collaboration 

While it may be a touch gloomy across the Southern Hemisphere, our moodboards are still packed with Slim Aarons photography, breezy beach throw-ons and snaps of European shores. If this speaks to you, then Maje’s latest collaboration is about to become dangerously relevant.

The French label has joined forces with Spanish fashion favourite Blanca Miró on a capsule collection inspired by “a summer on the Italian Coast”, created in collaboration with Maje founder Judith Milgrom. Satiating any cravings for warmer weather, the collection leans into bold Mediterranean colour palettes and clean ’90s-inspired silhouettes for a mood that lands somewhere between retro Italian cinema heroine and modern European minimalist. Consider it a persuasive argument for booking the holiday first and figuring out the rest later.

Discover more here.

Dior expands its retail presence with Chatswood Chase boutique

Sydney’s luxury retail landscape has received another polished addition with Dior unveiling its new boutique at Chatswood Chase. Naturally, the interiors are as meticulously considered as their other global locations, while fused with the ease of its coastal setting.

The space balances classic Parisian elegance with a softer contemporary feel, featuring luminous neutral tones, refined furnishings and Versailles-inspired parquet flooring that subtly nods to the house’s French heritage. There are plenty of Australian touches woven throughout, including a commissioned piece by local artist Gregory Hodge, whose layered abstract works bring warmth and texture to the boutique’s otherwise restrained glamour.

Discover more here.

Zero Meaning continues its brand evolution with EDIT 0.2

Carving out a defiant place within Australia’s contemporary fashion scene, Bondi-based label Zero Meaning has revealed its latest winter drop, EDIT 0.2, further sharpening its identity.

Founded by Oliver Little, the brand approaches minimalism through a distinctly Australian lens, one that’s less stark gallery uniform, more refined coastal pragmatism. Across the new 16-piece collection, relaxed tailoring, breathable silhouettes and tonal layering create a wardrobe designed to move seamlessly between city life and seaside living. These are clothes designed not to overwhelm the wearer but to support them however they choose to inhabit them.

Discover more here.

Loro Piana takes us to Palm Springs for Resort 2026

Loro Piana’s Resort 2026 collection debuts as a masterclass in elevated escapism. Shot against the serene desert backdrop of Palm Springs by photographer Annemarieke Van Drimmelen, the collection explores the idea of summer dressing at its most effortless: fluid silhouettes, weightless linens and sun-washed colour palettes that move between city sophistication and seaside leisure.

Across menswear and womenswear, the maison reimagines its signatures through relaxed tailoring, soft draping and playful marine-inspired details, from shell motifs to aquamarine hues and vibrant foulards. There’s an ease to the collection that feels luxurious, polished, without sacrificing comfort. In true Loro Piana fashion, there’s a luxurious ease to the collection that commands itself in any room (or poolside).

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ALO lands Down Under

Australia’s wellness-fashion crossover era continues at full speed, with Los Angeles activewear giant ALO officially opening its first Australian location at Chatswood Chase this month. More “sanctuary” than standard retail store, the expansive new Sydney space has been designed around the brand’s Air, Land, Ocean philosophy, complete with limestone finishes, white-washed timber and calming natural textures that feel purpose-built for post-Pilates browsing.

The launch marks ALO’s first local outpost, with additional Australian locations—including Bondi Junction, naturally—already planned for this year. While activewear brands are prolific in Australia, ALO’s arrival signals a merging of fashion, wellness and community into a singular lifestyle proposition.

Discover more here.

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