The unlikely mother-of-six behind Audrey Hepburn’s favourite shoes
Later, the label’s leopard-print coats and strong-shouldered suits call to mind an Italianate Alexis Carrington. ‘She had very good taste, but in a sober way – which…
Lindsey Wixon on Victoria’s Secret: ‘The underwear was really gross, I’m glad I didn’t do it’
She moved from New York to Seattle with her then boyfriend and devoted her time to ceramics, making bowls and cups, but the relationship ended and Wixson…
How a woman defied ageism to make Dior one of the biggest brands in France
These elements of getting dressed have always occupied her, along with comfort. So while she is faithful to the spirit of Dior, mining its archives each season,…
‘One minute I’m preparing for Paris Fashion Week, the next, I’m a war refugee’
To a degree, she’s experienced political turmoil previously. In 2014 she was in her Paris showroom when revolution broke out in Ukraine. But this is different. This…
The 10 best-dressed British aristocrats over 40
The British aristocracy has been a source of fascination for centuries, so it’s unsurprising that the latest ITV documentary to grace our screens is Keeping Up with…
An insider’s guide to parties the smart set want to be seen at
Due to open in the Spring, Manzi’s – once of Leicester Street, now at a 1950s former office block known as Bateman’s Buildings – brings a Soho…