Peter Do, Ottolinger and HELIOT EMIL are three of seven finalists for the upcoming 2022 ANDAM Fashion Award. The association announced its list of seven nominees, who are competing for a final cash award of €300,000 EUR (approximately $322,000 USD). For the first time in the award's history, there will also be a runner-up Special Prize with an award of €100,000 EUR (approximately $107,000 USD). The full roster includes Peter Do, based in New York City; Ottolinger in Berlin; HELIOT EMIL in Co...

Across the creative ecosystem, we continue to see industry leaders and creators alike leveraging the metaverse to launch products, curate exhibitions and connect with their communities. In a new monthly roundup, we explore the key players, Web3 initiatives and NFT fashion collaborations you need to know.Highlights include Balenciaga and Gucci announcing pilot programs to offer cryptocurrency payments in their retail stores. Elsewhere, Institute of Digital Fashion teamed up with Chet Lo and Rupau...

Nina Dobrev attended the 28th annual amfAR Gala at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival last week and stunned in an eye-catching number.The Vampire Diaries alum showed up in a crimson red MÔNOT gown with an asymmetrical cut-out on the front, revealing her décolletage. The silhouette also came with one long sleeve and a built-in glove. The actor completed her look with Messika jewelry and metallic silver heels. Accompanying her at the event was boyfriend Shaun White, who opted for a classic black t...

Joining Squid Game's Lee Jung-jae and Shin Min-an, South Korean musician IU -- real name Lee Ji-eun -- has been named the latest global ambassador of Gucci.The announcement doesn't come as a huge surprise, considering the K-pop star's ongoing partnership with the Italian house. The artist has worked with the brand in both the fashion and beauty categories in multiple editorials and red carpet events, including the most recent Cannes Film Festival. She attended the annual event wearing a lace flo...