From major creative appointments to bold new store openings, the fashion world has been busy with announcements you might have missed. Here’s a round-up of the week’s biggest moments, from Jaden Smith joining Christian Louboutin to Adore Beauty’s Queensland debut and more.
Christian Louboutin appoints Jaden Smith as first Men’s Creative Director
Maison Christian Louboutin has appointed Jaden Smith as its first Men’s Creative Director, entrusting him with four annual collections across footwear, leather goods, and accessories while shaping a bold new creative universe for the brand. Smith’s debut capsule will launch in January, ahead of his first full collection at Men’s Fall Winter 2026 Paris Fashion Week.
Find out more on the Christian Louboutin website.
Adore Beauty opens first Queensland store at Westfield Carindale
Adore Beauty opened its first Queensland store at Westfield Carindale this week, offering 100+ brands, dermal therapist consultations and treatments, a K-Beauty shop-in-shop, and goodie bags for the first 300 customers. The Brisbane launch advances its national rollout –following Melbourne, Sydney and Perth.
Find out more on the Adore Beauty website.
RIMOWA introduces new Original Bag 16
The brand has expanded its Original Bag collection with the launch of the Original Bag 16, a smaller, versatile size crafted in Germany from anodised aluminium with fine-grain leather detailing. Available in Silver, Black, and Titanium, the design combines timeless elegance with everyday functionality, offering multiple carrying options and a premium leather interior for organised storage.
Find out more on the RIMOWA website.
SABEN expands into eyewear
The New Zealand luxury handbag brand has announced this week that its expanding into eyewear with its debut collection of nine statement sunglasses launching mid-September. The campaign, Eyewear For Every You, highlights versatile frames designed to elevate personal style while offering both prescription-ready functionality and timeless craftsmanship.
Find out more on the SABEN website.
Wedgewood and JW Anderson release limited-edition mugs
The brands have partnered with the estate of Lucie Rie to launch a special limited-edition collection, bringing to life never-before-produced teacup and saucer designs from the iconic 20th-century potter. Handcrafted by Wedgwood artisans, the collection also features bold new mugs, with proceeds supporting the newly established Lucie Rie and Hans Coper Foundation dedicated to preservation and scholarship.
Find out more on the Wedgewood website.
Chopard unveils its Ice Cube Haute Joaillerie capsule
The luxury jeweller expanded its iconic Ice Cube collection with Sculpted by Light, a new Haute Joaillerie chapter that reimagines the cube motif in bold proportions, modular necklaces, architectural bracelets, and versatile brooches crafted in ethical gold with dazzling diamond details. Fronted by Bella Hadid, the collection embodies modern urban elegance and Chopard’s commitment to sustainable luxury.
Find out more on the Chopard website.
Acne Studios inaugurates new Paris-based headquarters
The brand has opened its new Paris headquarters on Rue des Petites Écuries, transforming the historic former Gomenol Laboratory into a creative hub that blends raw 1930s architecture with contemporary art and design. Conceived by Jonny Johansson with Halleroed, the space preserves the building’s original character while introducing bold contrasts –like pink vinyl Max Lamb sofas and installations by longtime collaborators.
Find out more on the Acne Studios website.
MECCA launches its The MECCA Archive
MECCA has launched The MECCA Archive this week, a digital initiative designed to preserve women’s stories through the lens of beauty, addressing the fact that less than 1% of recorded history is about women. Beginning with the chapter 21st Century Girl, the Archive invites community contributions while linking beauty to cultural memory, with the aim of building a more inclusive record and accelerating gender equality.
Find out more on the MECCA website.
Scarlet & Sam secretly open first Melbourne store
Melbourne-born label Scarlet & Sam has opened its first bricks-and-mortar residency on High Street, Armadale, offering an intimate, architect-designed space that reflects the brand’s slow fashion ethos. Open for five months, the residency gives customers early access to new denim and the upcoming Spring Summer 25/26 collection, alongside its cult staples like the Capsule Bomber and Scrunched Shirt.
Find out more on the Scarlet & Sam website.
