Fashion Frenzy: Doechii Shines in Milan, Timothée Chalamet Stuns at Academy Dinner!

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This week, the 2025 Academy Awards aren’t the only trending topics in fashion circles. Here are five key style updates you should be aware of:

1. Style Brief #1 (and so on)
2. Style Brief #2 (and so on)
3. Style Brief #3 (and so on)
4. Style Brief #4 (and so on)
5. Style Brief #5 (and so on)

Doechii and Naomi Campbell on the Runway for DSquared2’s 30th Anniversary Collection

DSquared2 designers Dean and Dan Caten, who are twin brothers, put on a vibrant fashion spectacle in Milan last night to mark the 30th anniversary of their brand. They welcomed numerous renowned friends to strut down their catwalk. Some of the well-known faces hail from the supermodel era of the 1990s, such as Naomi Campbell, Tyson Beckford, and Isabeli Fontana. However, it was Doechii’s unexpected appearance from a prop armored truck and the blaring “Nissan Altima” soundtrack that truly electrified the audience. The show culminated with Brigitte Nielsen, dressed as a police officer, “arresting” the Caten brothers during their final bow. Following this, the event transitioned into an after-party featuring a performance by Doechii and rapper JT.

Timothée Chalamet Wears GapStudio to the Academy Dinner

Ever since Zac Posen took over as Gap Inc.’s executive vice president and creative director in February 2024, he’s been making waves by elevating the brand beyond its former image of just tees and jeans. A white shirtdress similar to the one Anne Hathaway wore to a Bulgari event in May was snapped up instantly, so it’s no surprise that anything resembling Timothée Chalamet’s Oscar night outfit will follow suit. The Best Actor nominee for A Complete Unknown donned Posen’s first custom menswear creation for the GapStudio label at the Academy Awards Nominee Dinner, sporting an Icon Jacket and Loose Jean, both in black duchess satin, a Classic Tee in black silk jersey, and accessorizing with a Cartier necklace and ring as a representative of the jewelry house. As Zac Posen stated, “In the 1960s, Bob Dylan unleashed an American anthem with ‘Like a Rolling Stone,’ and by 1969, Gap was selling jeans and records in its first store – two events that bridged cultural divides for generations. The similarities, the vibrancy, and the connection are what inspired me to redesign GapStudio’s first men’s look on a contemporary icon like Timothée.

Iconic Style from Anouk Aimée’s Estate Headed for the Auction Block

As a dedicated admirer, I’m thrilled to share that iconic fashion pieces designed by Coco Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent, and Emanuel Ungaro are among the 130 items going under the hammer from the estate of Anouk Aimée. This legendary actress, who bid farewell in Paris on June 18, 2024, was not just a style enthusiast but a cherished collector adored by designers. Her daughter, Manuela Papatakis, an actress herself, is collaborating with the esteemed Paris auction house Penelope’s to auction off fashion and accessories – an idea that originated from my mother.

The sale, titled “Anouk Aimée – Extracts of an Allure: Between Elegance & Nonchalance”, boasts some remarkable items: a coat worn by Aimée in the 1966 film “A Man and a Woman”, a Chanel suit from the Fall/Winter 1956 collection, and a red Yves Saint Laurent wrap dress that she wore while performing the play “Love Letters” in Paris. The online bidding for these treasures will commence on February 28 through the Drouot.com auction platform and conclude on March 10.

Patrick Schwarzenegger is wearing an Hublot watch on The White Lotus

The popularity of Mike White’s The White Lotus is evident, as luxury brands are appearing frequently. For instance, Jason Isaacs’ character wears Jimmy Choo shoes, while Leslie Bibb’s character dons a Marie France Van Damme caftan. In addition to this, Patrick Schwarzenegger’s character, Saxon, has an impressive taste in watches. In the first two episodes, he is seen wearing Hublot’s Big Bang Unico Black Magic, which boasts a self-winding chronograph flyback movement with a skeleton dial and a 44mm case made of microblasted and polished black ceramic. From photos of upcoming episodes, it seems that Saxon might have brought more than one watch for his trip. Despite being water-resistant to only 100 meters, the $23,000 timepiece is ideal for the swimming scenes in episodes one and two.

Louis Vuitton Debuts a Collection of Easter Chocolates

Instead of opting for traditional Easter treats like milk chocolate bunnies or marshmallow Peeps, why not celebrate the holiday with exquisite sweets from Louis Vuitton this year? Their latest seasonal collection, which features limited-edition chocolate eggs designed by Maxime Frédéric, a renowned pastry chef from Hotel Cheval Blanc in Paris, includes an exciting new addition for 2025: the “Chocolate Egg Bag.” This design is inspired by a popular accessory created by Nicolas Ghesquière, Louis Vuitton’s artistic director of women’s collections, for his Spring 2019 collection. The bag’s outer shell has been meticulously crafted from 70% dark chocolate and embossed with the iconic Louis Vuitton Monogram print. The “zipper pulls” and handles are made from 40% milk chocolate, while a milk chocolate bar filled with hazelnut chocolate filling is included within the bag. Additionally, traditional chocolate eggs, available in three distinct flavors, will also be offered in boxes containing either three or six pieces. For more details and to make your online or in-store orders, visit louisvuitton.com starting March 24.

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2025-02-27 00:58