Latest News in Fashion and Luxury (Episode 27)
NellyRodi’s fashion and luxury experts present their selection of the latest key market updates. Episode 27: November and December.
26 November – Nike x Jacquemus Après-Ski
Nike closes out the year with a new collaboration: Après-Ski, created with Jacquemus. Available from November 26 on the Jacquemus website and in Jacquemus boutiques, as well as on Nike’s website and selected partner stores, the collection features 18 pieces. It includes triple-layer GORE-TEX jackets and trousers, a jumpsuit, leggings, a sports bra, a long-sleeve top, and a shirt. Designed for “mountain addicts,” as Nike describes them, the collection is imagined for stormy days and winter sports events as much as for après-ski cocktails by the slopes. Après-Ski offers ski enthusiasts a style that lives up to their performance.
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26 November – LVMH Ventures invests in BDK Parfums
LVMH Luxury Ventures has invested in BDK Parfums through a minority stake. Founded in 2016 by David Benedek, the house has established itself within niche perfumery with a contemporary approach rooted in a strong family heritage. LVMH’s investment aligns with its strategy to strengthen its footprint in the niche fragrance market, supporting brands with strong identities that can scale without compromising creative freedom. This move is particularly strategic in the current context, as niche fragrance remains a key growth driver within the beauty sector.
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1 December – A$AP Rocky named new Chanel ambassador
In a short film directed by Michel Gondry and released on Instagram on December 1, the teaser for the Métiers d’Art 2026 show reveals A$AP Rocky and Margaret Qualley, both ambassadors of the House. Through this film, it is confirmed that A$AP Rocky has become Chanel’s new ambassador, validating rumors that had been circulating for some time. Matthieu Blazy’s decision to collaborate again with the artist is no coincidence, as he explains: “Rocky is an incredible artist who puts his whole heart and soul into every project he’s part of, in addition to being an exceptional human being.” He continues: “Musician, actor, father, friend… he brings so much and is always kind. We are delighted to welcome him to Chanel, and I’m thrilled to work with him again.” This announcement confirms a creative collaboration aligned with the new artistic director’s strategy to modernize Chanel’s image and strengthen its connection with a new generation.
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1 December – Grace Wales Bonner wins British Menswear Designer Award at the Fashion Awards
Less than two months after joining Hermès, Grace Wales Bonner wins the British Menswear Designer Award at the Fashion Awards. Since her beginnings at Central Saint Martins, the British designer has established herself as a major figure in menswear, blending Jamaican heritage, reworked tailoring, and modernity. The award recognizes a British designer whose innovative creations and creative vision have a lasting influence on menswear internationally. Grace Wales Bonner receives this honor primarily for the universe she has built around her own brand, which continues to shape and redefine menswear on a global scale.
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1 December – Jonathan Anderson named Designer of the Year for the third consecutive year at the Fashion Awards in London
The British Fashion Awards ceremony took place on Monday, December 1. Following the Menswear Designer of the Year award given to Grace Wales Bonner, one of—if not the most—prestigious prizes of the evening was awarded to Jonathan Anderson, who was named Designer of the Year for the third consecutive time. At 41, Anderson achieves what can be described as a historic triple win. He confirms what the industry already knows: whether through his personal vision at JW Anderson or his transformative work at major houses—formerly Loewe and now Dior—JWA remains one of the most influential designers in fashion in recent years.
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4 December – Demna unveils his Fall 2026 pre-collection
With his Fall 2026 pre-collection titled Generation Gucci, Demna references Tom Ford’s Fall 1996 show. The new artistic director reinterprets the house’s 1990s codes, revisiting the heritage without freezing it in time: iconic pieces sit alongside bolder new designs, playing with silhouettes that are elegant yet relaxed. Rather than indulging in pure nostalgia, Demna proposes a wardrobe in which Gucci’s past, its codes, and its attitude are filtered through his contemporary vision.
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4 December – Dario Vitale leaves Versace
Two days after Versace was acquired by the Prada Group, the artistic director decided to leave the Italian house. Italian designer Dario Vitale had been appointed Versace’s new creative director in April, one month after Donatella Versace’s departure. His first show took place on September 26 in Milan; after just one season, he will step down from his role on December 12. While the departure raises questions, the reasons remain unknown for now.
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7 December – Martin Parr dies at 73
The photography world is in mourning. British photographer Martin Parr passed away on Sunday, December 7, at the age of 73, in his home in Bristol. An iconic figure of his generation, he cultivated a singular universe in which he loved to make the ordinary extraordinary, highlighting the beauty and humor of everyday moments through his images. His distinctive gaze reshaped scenes of daily life into visual chronicles. His legacy will continue to inspire both enthusiasts and creators alike, who see in his work an invitation to look at the world differently.
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