The fashion world is holding its breath ahead of the anticipated October debut of Chanel's new creative director, Matthieu Blazy. What changes will he bring? Will he set a new direction or cautiously draw on the brand's rich heritage? Will he be as much of a reformer as his great predecessor Karl Lagerfeld? One thing is certain: Chanel's show at Paris Fashion Week will definitely be the most talked about.

In a world where logos scream for attention and monograms plaster themselves across every surface, Bottega Veneta has always chosen a quieter path. The Italian house is a masterclass in restraint, letting its craftsmanship do the talking. And nothing speaks louder, albeit subtly, than Intrecciato—the weave that has become Bottega’s most recognisable signature without ever needing a logo.

she’s fragile and monumental.
when light grazes her skin, it asks a question.
she wears blinks, blades and silence.