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Hong Kong's Role as a Global Fashion Hub Fashion Asia Hong Kong, an event that celebrates the city's status as a regional and global garment hub, brought together compelling voices and exciting talents from across the fashion industry. This year’s edition of the event, held under the umbrella of Hong Kong Fashion Fest, aimed to reinforce Hong Kong's position as a nexus for the Asian and Western fashion worlds. Organized by the Hong Kong Design Centre and funded by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, Fashion Asia 2025 focused on nurturing and showcasing Asian talent, shaping the future of fashion, and fostering cross-sector collaboration. The event ran from December 5-7 and featured two main components: the Fashion Challenges Forum and the exhibition "10 Asian Designers to Watch." Fashion Challenges Forum: Industry Leaders Gather On December 5, the Fashion Challenges Forum took place at the Rosewood hotel, bringing together industry leaders...

A New Era for Chanel in New York Chanel has a long history of presenting its collections in the United States, but this time, the French maison took a different approach. Matthieu Blazy, the newly appointed creative director, brought his spring/summer 2026 collection to New York, marking a significant moment in the brand's evolution. The Metiers d'Art 2026 show was held in an abandoned subway station in Manhattan’s Lower East Side, a location that could not have been more different from previous shows. Guests, including ambassadors Margaret Qualley and A$AP Rocky, were taken underground for a unique experience that celebrated the energy and diversity of New York City. This choice of venue was symbolic, as it reflected the city’s vibrant culture and its role as a hub for creativity and innovation. The setting was a far cry from the grand locations used in past events, such as the Egyptian-themed show at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2018. Blazy’s vision was to bring the e...