This week in fashion moved at its usual relentless pace, with headline moments unfolding both on and off the red carpet.
While the Oscars red carpet delivered its expected spectacle of couture, there was just as much happening beyond the flashbulbs. From new ambassador appointments and ambitious Australian releases to retail spaces being reimagined and accessories pushing into design territory, the industry continued to evolve in ways that might have slipped under your radar.
For all the fashion moments you might've missed this week, read on.
Natalie Portman is the newest Tiffany & Co. Global House Ambassador
Academy Award-winning actress, producer and director Natalie Portman as its latest global House ambassador at Tiffany & Co. To mark the new chapter for the iconic luxury jeweller, Portman starred in a Tiffany & Co. campaign film that was unveiled at the 98th Academy Awards on Monday.
Find out more on the Tiffany & Co. website.
A.EMERY launch Transitional 2026 collection
The Australian ready-to-wear label introduced its T26 collection this week, marking its largest ready-to-wear offering to date. The collection features perfectly tailored trousers, supple leather jackets and lighter cotton poplin shirting, blazers and skirts alongside open-collared dresses. Footwear evolves with an extended lineup of sneakers, sandals, clogs, and loafers, crafted in suede, woven leather, and pony hair.
Find out more on the A.EMERY website.
Aje reopens its Chadstone flagship boutique
Aje has unveiled its newly reimagined Chadstone flagship boutique within Chadstone centre. The space features sculptural Venini lighting, hand-blown glasswork, and ceramic vases by Chanel Tobler and Sophie Nolan, along with artworks by Jordy Hewitt and Simone Griffiths, Italian glass accents and hand-selected vintage furniture.
Find out more on the Aje website.
Carl Friedrik launch The Aluminium Collection
Carl Friedrik has released its new mid-century-inspired Aluminium luggage line, crafted from a specially formulated aluminium alloy developed to offer exceptional strength. The initial release features a carry-on cabin case, with complementary silhouettes to follow later this year.
Find out more on the Carl Friedrik website.
Weekend Max Mara Signature Capsule Collection is now available in Australia
The collection, titled A Weekend with an Artist, is now available in Australia, featuring – at the core of the collection – the iconic Canasta trench coat. A defining garment of the Weekend Max Mara wardrobe, it's here been reimagined through the lens of five globally renowned artists: Victoria Kosheleva, Paola Pivi, Tschabalala Self, Tai Shani, and Shafei Xia.
Find out more on the Weekend Max Mara website.
