Somehow we’ve found ourselves in May, with the 2026 Met Gala in the rearview, and this year’s Australian Fashion Week only just a few weeks ago. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves – there’s plenty that has happened in the fashion industry this month, and we’re here to tell you all about it. From new boutique openings to anniversary bashes and new collection drops. This is all the fashion news you might have missed…
Zimmermann’s Cruise 2027 Collection sets sail
For Cruise 2027, Zimmermann looked to one of Australia’s most mythologised sporting moments — the 1983 America’s Cup victory. It was only fitting that sailing references appeared throughout the collection, from wind-swept silks and rope details to denim and nautical colour palettes. But rather than feeling overly literal, the collection captured the spirit of the story itself: a tension between grit and glamour, practicality and polish.
Coach announces Coach x Brain Dead capsule collection
Coach has announced the global launch of its Coach | Brain Dead capsule collection, created in collaboration with the Los Angeles-based creative collective. Launching worldwide on May 29, the collection spans ready-to-wear, leather goods, footwear and accessories, drawing inspiration from Tokyo street style, collectible souvenir culture and the imagined merchandise of a fictional amusement park. Designed by Coach Creative Director Stuart Vevers and Brain Dead co-founder Kyle Ng, the collection blends 90s interpretations of 70s silhouettes with Coach’s heritage of craftsmanship, individuality and self-expression.
Find out more on the Coach website.
UNIQLO launches new knitwear collection crafted from 100% Australian Merino wool
UNIQLO has announced the launch of its latest knitwear range in Australia, featuring 100% Australian Merino wool sourced from select local farms. The collection reflects the brand’s commitment to quality, traceability and sustainability, with fully traceable wool incorporated across a range of women’s and men’s knitwear styles. Known for its softness, warmth and breathability, Australian Merino wool aligns with UNIQLO’s LifeWear philosophy of creating high-quality, everyday essentials designed for comfort and longevity.
Find out more on the UNIQLO website.
Maje and Spanish creative mind Blanca Miró collaborate on ultimate summer collection
Maje has unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 capsule collection with Spanish creative Blanca Miró, inspired by the spirit of an Italian coastal summer. Titled Vacanze sulla Costa Italiana, the collection blends vibrant Mediterranean colours with clean, minimalist silhouettes influenced by 1960s Italian glamour and 1990s Italian minimalism. Co-created by Maje founder Judith Milgrom and Miró, the capsule celebrates playful femininity, effortless dressing and a shared appreciation for colour, movement and individuality.
Find out more on the Maje website.
TAG Heuer releases new iterations of its Aquaracer Professional Solargraph collection
TAG Heuer has unveiled the next generation of its Aquaracer Professional Solargraph collection, introducing a refined 28mm model designed with a more feminine aesthetic alongside a reimagined 40mm version. Powered by the Maison’s Solargraph technology, the timepieces convert natural and artificial light into energy, combining high-performance functionality with elevated design. The 28mm collection features four elegant references, including diamond-set hour markers, mother-of-pearl dials and yellow gold accents, while the 40mm models offer a sportier expression in steel and titanium. Blending technical innovation with sophisticated detailing, the collection continues TAG Heuer’s legacy of adventure, performance and modern luxury.
Find out more on the TAG Heuer website.
Longchamp reimagines Le Pliage with unique silhouettes and bold monochrome designs
Longchamp has unveiled Le Pliage Xtra & Le Pliage One for Fall/Winter 2026, reinterpreting its iconic Le Pliage line through a fresh, colour-blocked lens. The collection introduces Le Pliage Xtra, an elongated East-West style crafted from supple cowhide leather and Le Pliage One, a streamlined take on the classic silhouette featuring a monochromatic design across its recycled nylon canvas, leather flap and hardware. Available in a range of rich seasonal shades, the duo combines practicality with contemporary Parisian style, offering a modern update to one of the Maison’s most recognisable handbags.
Find out more on the Longchamp website.
Thread Together and Billie Jean Hamlet support First Nations girls through community-led partnership
Thread Together, in partnership with Marra Worra Worra Aboriginal Corporation, recently hosted a community activation in Fitzroy Crossing, welcoming model Billie Jean Hamlet back to Country to support local First Nations girls and families. The initiative combined community engagement, stakeholder education and a retail-style pop-up experience, giving young girls access to brand-new clothing while fostering confidence, self-expression and connection. The activation forms part of Thread Together’s ongoing commitment to addressing clothing insecurity across remote Australia through culturally respectful, community-led partnerships.
Gucci taps aespa’s NINGNING for latest Beauty and the Bag campaign
Gucci has unveiled the second chapter of its Beauty and the Bag campaign, starring Global Brand Ambassador NINGNING of aespa and spotlighting the Gucci Paparazzo handbag. Captured by Mert and Marcus, the campaign explores the connection between desire and design, with NINGNING bringing a fresh, fashion-forward energy to the House’s latest accessory focus. Featuring a soft, relaxed silhouette, the Gucci Paparazzo combines signature House codes including the Web stripe and Horsebit hardware with modern versatility, reinforcing Gucci’s blend of heritage craftsmanship and contemporary style.
Find out more on the Gucci website.
RIMOWA’s opens newest boutique in Chatswood Chase Sydney
The German Maison announced the opening of its newest boutique at Chatswood Chase, located in Sydney’s prestigious North Shore neighbourhood. The opening marks RIMOWA’s fourth store in the country and spans nearly 125 square metres, and incorporates design features in ‘Brückengrün,’ a signature green hue renowned in its hometown of Cologne. It showcases the Maison’s full range of collections, from the iconic grooved suitcases to the latest bags, including Groove, Never Still, and the Original Bag lines.
Find out more on the RIMOWA website.
AGMES NYC celebrates 10 years
Contemporary jewellery house AGMES celebrated it’s 10 year anniversary in Sydney, following a series of events in hometown New York, Paris and London to mark the milestone. Founder and Designer Morgan Lang gathered with old and new friends at AP Pizza, where guests like Felicity Brand, Jordan Turner, Jarvis Aivali drank Mini Tinis, enjoyed New York pizza, and danced to electronic music by one of Sydney’s new guard DJs late into the night.
Find out more on the AGMES NYC website.
ARKET joins THE ICONIC
ARKET has arrived in Australia, exclusively on THE ICONIC this week. The Scandinavian label brings a refined approach to everyday dressing with elevated basics and layering pieces, which can now be shopped locally for the first time.
Find out more on The Iconic’s website.
Olivia Cashmore launches Autumn Winter 26 collection
New Zealand designer Olivia Cashmore launched her Autumn Winter 26 collection on the 30 April 2026 via her online store and retail flagship in Newmarket, Auckland. The collection features the brand’s leather debut, expressed in a full-length wrap skirt and a trench-style coat, alongside tailored trousers cut from Italian wool, corseted pants made from silk and a cigarette pant precisely cut following a study of the female anatomy.
Find out more on the Olivia Cashmore website.
Josh Heuston Joins TAG Heuer as Friend of the House
Swiss luxury watchmaker TAG Heuer announced the appointment of Australian actor Josh Heuston as a Friend of thee House this week. The partnership stems from Heuston’s passion for the TAG Heuer brand, coupled with his relentless dedication, disciplined mindset and unwavering pursuit of excellence, qualities that deeply align with TAG Heuer’s “Designed to Win” philosophy.
Find out more on the TAG Heuer website.
Gucci unveils a new exhibition at Palazzo Gucci
This week Gucci announced that its Palazzo Gucci archive in Florence would be reopening its historic home with a renewed perspective. Through the lens of Artistic Director Demna, Gucci Storia reinterprets the shared destiny of the House and its birthplace, in continuous dialogue with the present. The exhibition will be open to the public beginning 27 April.
Find out more on the Palazzo Gucci website.
CAMILLA AND MARC present Pre-Fall 26 Collection short film
The film, titled The Power Woman is now launched globally and draws inspiration from powerful female archetypes in a hyper real 80s corporate America. Shot at the Westin Boulevard Hotel, a post modern “city within a city” with its brutalist-meets-sci-fi aesthetic; Abbey Lee is cast as Susie Batton, the uncompromising corporate lawyer in downtown Los Angeles.
Watch the film and find out more on the CAMILLA AND MARC website.
Carolina Herrera celebrates 10 years of its iconic Good Girl fragrance
In celebration of the 10-year anniversary of Carolina Herrera’s iconic Good Girl fragrance, the House unveiled Good Girl Jasmine Absolute. To mark the occasion, the brand partnered with founder and baker Alisha Henderson to host an intimate baking experience for talent and media in Melbourne, as well as a bespoke at home delivery experience in Sydney. The partnership brought the fragrance to life through flavour, with each creation inspired by Good Girl Jasmine Absolute’s key notes, while the recipients were immersed in the story and evolution of the Good Girl legacy.
Find out more on the Carolina Herrera website.
Saint Valentine drops Mother’s Day campaign with Jesinta Franklin
Celebrating a decade of meaningful design, Saint Valentine tapped Jesinta Franklin as the face of their Mother’s Day campaign, which also comes with a significant expansion of its beloved MUM Collection. The MUM Bracelet, now a six-time sellout, established the collection’s signature language with bold, undulating letters, linked by hand to create a subtle ‘mum’ motif in a continuous, flowing pattern. Born from one of life’s most meaningful milestones, it has since become one of Saint Valentine’s most cherished designs – passed between mothers, daughters, and maternal figures who see themselves in its meaning.
Find out more on the Saint Valentine website.
