This month we've been a little caught up in the world of art and design – namely because we're still reeling from Milan Design Week – and also the whirlwind that was the Met Gala. But while we've had our attention diverted, there have been plenty of other fashion moments and news stories to catch up on, both in Australia and overseas.

For all the fashion moments you might've missed this week, read on.

LOEWE announces its 2026 Craft Prize winner

The LOEWE FOUNDATION hosted its Craft Prize Awards ceremony in Singapore yesterday, announcing that its 2026 winner is Jongjin Park from Seoul, Korea. The artist won for his work Strata of Illusion, 2025, and was chosen from 30 finalists by a distinguished jury alongside creative directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez. Park’s seat-like form explores the tension between control and collapse, constructed as a dense, rectilinear mass formed from thousands of layered sheets of paper coated in coloured porcelain slip. In the kiln, the paper burns away and the structure yields, slumping and distorting as heat and gravity shape the final form.

Find out more on the LOEWE website.

Billiecart-Salmon hosts lunch at Sydney's Aria

Champagne house Billecart-Salmon hosted an expansive luncheon at Aria this week, offering guests an insight into the cuvées and philosophy behind the Maison’s bold reinvention of champagne-making fundamentals – a response to the shifting climate conditions reshaping Champagne’s future.

Find out more on the Billiecart-Salmon website.

Burberry checks in at Hôtel Belles Rives

Reinterpreting the hotel’s Art Deco glamour through a Burberry lens, the British fashion House has refreshed its signature check in the distinctive blue of Hôtel Belles Rives. Until the end of September, the pattern will decorate interiors across the hotel, including the original 1920s lift; custom logos appearing on the private jetty and doors of the beach club; and guests can cool off with Burberry ice lollies on the famous terrace or soak up panoramic sunsets at The Fitzgerald Bar.

Find out more on the Burberry website.

Paspaley's launches DIVER collection

Australian luxury jeweller Paspaley unveils DIVER, its inaugural collection for men. The collection's distinct designs draw from the life, tools and adventurous spirit of the brand’s storied pearl divers; nautical codes such as anchor chains, knotted ropes and compass bearings reimagined in contemporary, refined designs, alongside sharks, stars, and other symbols of life above and beneath the surface.

Find out more on the Paspaley website.

TOD'S launches capsule collection inspired by JFK

TOD’s presents the Marlin collection, inspired by the legendary boat once owned by John F Kennedy, and paying tribute to a lifestyle of simple and authentic pleasures. This relaxed and understated spirit bridges the Italian lifestyle, of which TOD's has always been a global ambassador, and the refined yet relaxed attitude typical of Hyannisport and New England.

Find out more on the TOD's website.

Max Mara announces its 10th annual Art Prize for Women winner

Dian Suci has been named winner of the tenth edition of the Max Mara Art Prize for Women, and will be offered a six-month travelling residency in Italy, organised by Collezione Maramotti and specifically tailored to the development of the project Suci proposed to the jury. This experience will culminate in a solo show at Museum MACAN in Jakarta in the summer of 2027; it will be presented again that autumn in Reggio Emilia, Italy, at Collezione Maramotti, which will acquire the works.

Find out more on the Max Mara website.

Meshki drops Resort 26 collection

Meshki’s Resort 26 collection, Elsewhere, fronted by Tina Kunakey, was released this week, capturing a slower, more sensual approach to resort dressing through fluid silhouettes, elevated textures, and effortless occasionwear inspired by coastal escape. Expanding into swim for the season, the collection reflects the freedom and ease of unhurried days and balmy evenings.

Find out more on the Meshki website.

New Balance kicks off its Grey Days celebration

New Balance has kicked off its annual “Grey Days” celebration this week – a month-long event that brings together the brand’s family of ambassadors and athletes for a range of special-edition products, events, and stories that highlight the unique and timeless qualities of the colour grey. New Balance will launch the classic shade across footwear and apparel styles throughout the month, ranging from all-time classics to modern favourites.

Find out more on the New Balance website.

EVERAU announces winners of its 2026 Student Design Award

This week EVERAU announced the winners of its 2026 Student Design Award for Sheepskin Shoemaking, presented in partnership with RMIT University. Following a competitive selection process, Lydie Taylor, Tianyin Yang, Madeleine Graham and Harrison Spunner have been named recipients of the 2026 award. As part of the prize, the winning design will move into production under the EVERAU label, offering a rare opportunity for a student to see their work transition from concept to finished product.

Find out more on the EVERAU website.

Song for the Mute’s x adidas Originals release 7th collab

The seventh collaboration between the two brands, ADI007 draws inspiration from mismatched childhood uniforms, hand me downs and the unintentional style of youth, exploring a wardrobe that feels practical, playful and imperfect. The collection introduces two new footwear silhouettes: SFTM reworked adidas Tokyo, referencing low profile gym shoes worn during school sports, and the Samba LX FREIZEIT.

Find out more on the Song for the Mute website.

Ralph Lauren releases visual archive of runway collections

The world of Ralph Lauren is being brought to life with the release of Ralph Lauren Catwalk this week, a visual archive of the Ralph Lauren runway collections, celebrating nearly sixty years of innovation and influence. Authored by renowned fashion journalist Bridget Foley, the book presents a visual timeline of Ralph Lauren’s remarkable history with over 1,300 original runway photographs.

Find out more on the Thames & Hudson website.

Bvlgari inaugurates its role as Exclusive Partner of the Venice Biennale

As the Exclusive Partner of the International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia until 2030, Bvlgari will host two special initiatives at the 2026 edition. The Bvlgari Pavilion within the Giardini della Biennale will host a new project by Canadian artist Lotus L. Kang, while Fondazione Bvlgari will present its first exhibition at Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana featuring two female Italian artists, Lara Favaretto and Monia Ben Hamouda.

Find out more on the Bvlgari website.

Louis Vuitton opens at Sydney's Chatswood Chase

Louis Vuitton has opened its newest store at the newly revitalised Chatswood Chase. The store showcases an extensive selection of the Maison’s iconic Women’s and Men’s Leather Goods, Small Leather Goods, and Travel collections, complemented by a curated range of accessories, dedicated Shoe collections for both men and women, and an exclusive offering of Louis Vuitton fragrances.

Find out more on the Louis Vuitton website.

Friends With Frank welcome Sydney in residence

The Melbourne-based brand welcomed its Sydney residency at TheEND's new Paddington flagship boutique this week. In store you'll find a curated edit of their Autumn Winter 26 collection which will be available to touch, feel and try on in person, before placing their order online. The pop-up will run from 7-24 May.

Find out more on the Friends With Frank website.

Olivia Bond hosts Melbourne trunk show

This week, Olivia Bond hosted a Melbourne Trunk Show at the P. Johnson Windsor Showroom. Bringing together friends of the brand, members of the community, and new clientele for a curated series of private appointments. Guests were invited to experience the full collection, including a selection of exclusive one-of-a-kind pieces.

Find out more on the Olivia Bond website.

The Cut Jewellery is opening its first Melbourne studio

The jeweller is opening its third store since launching in 2023 in Armadale on 3 May, following two in Sydney where founder Talitha Cummins is based. The bespoke studio will operate by appointment, beginning with a conversation about the clients’ story, style and vision, guests are guided through stones and design options in an unhurried, one-on-one setting.

Find out more on the The Cut Jewellery's website.

TheEND opens Sydney boutique

TheEND has opened its new flagship store in Sydney's Paddington this week. The space specialises in furniture and homewares that are human-made and crafted by skilled artisans. No two are the same, bearing their individual markings, carved with dedication and passion. The new store is open Tuesday–Saturday from 10am-4pm.

Find out more on TheEND website.

Paspaley releases its Mother's Day Campaign featuring Victoria Lee

Paspaley's latest campaign, titled Legacies of Love, honours motherhood as a legacy shaped by love. Through intimate portraits and candid moments, it celebrates mothers across every stage of life, photographing Australian model Victoria Lee.

Find out more on the Paspaley website.

Balenciaga introduces an ongoing exhibition series entitled Artean

At Milan’s Salone del Mobile this week, a special art installation in Balenciaga’s Milan flagship on Via Montenapoleone marked the first Balenciaga project involving a major artist initiated by Creative Director Pierpaolo Piccioli. The exhibition introduces an ongoing series entitled Artean – a word meaning, in the ancient, isolated Basque language, between. For the first exhibit, seven works by the celebrated Basque artist Eduardo Chillida (1924–2002) are being presented among the store’s current collections.

Find out more on the Balenciaga website.

DOTSHOP partners with Reallist Vintage on archival fashion

DOTSHOP × Reallist Vintage marks the first major partnership where authenticated vintage and archival designer pieces – including rare Versace, Gucci, Dior and Galliano-era Dior – will be available through a premium Australian multi-brand destination. Reallist is one of the most respected names in archival fashion (based out of Los Angeles), and this partnership brings a significant, curated edit of their inventory to DOTSHOP's audience for the first time.

Find out more on the DOTSHOP website.

Tiffany & Co. Mother's Day Campaign & Gift Guide

The fine jewellers released their Celebrating Mothers Since 1837 campaign, featuring a poignant short film anchored in intimacy, gratitude and legacy. Starring House ambassador Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, the film offers a personal reflection on motherhood while speaking to the enduring bonds between generations and the strength that is passed down through a mother’s love.

Find out more on the Tiffany & Co. website.

Sydney’s legacy department store, Mark Foy’s’ returns

The iconic Sydney department store is set to re-enter the fashion landscape with its relaunch as a digitally-led platform, introducing the luxury heritage brand to a new generation of shoppers. Leading the launch is Mark Foy, the great-great-grandson of the original Foy who set up in Melbourne Foy & Gipson. The online store is set to open on 8 May 2026.

Find out more on the Mark Foy's website.

Lucy Folk drops latest collection Language

Folk’s latest collection explores language as a sensory journey, weaving Earth, Air, Fire and Water into vivid expressions of colour, texture and form, brought to life by their own store team community as the faces of the campaign. Centred around radiant gold and shaped by touch and movement, each piece channels an ancient, magnetic energy – inviting the wearer to embody their own power and speak in a language beyond words.

Find out more on the Lucy Folk website.

Pip Edwards stars in Superdry’s Mum Knows Best campaign with son Justice

Australian fashion designer Pip Edwards has fronted the latest Mother's Day campaign from Superdry, along with her own son Justice. The campaign, titled Mum Know's Best, sees the pair wear Superdry's AW26 collection, shot by Jake Terrey in Sydney.

Find out more on the Superdry website.