Victoria Laurent
Fashion Writer
Victoria Laurent is a seasoned fashion journalist with a keen eye for detail and a passion for couture. Before joining The Prestige Edit, she contributed to 'Haute Monde' magazine, where she covered runway shows in Paris and Milan. Victoria's expertise extends to textile innovation and the history of fashion houses, making her a respected voice in the industry. She has also consulted for emerging designers, providing invaluable insights into market trends and brand development. Her analysis of the 2023 Met Gala trends was widely cited across the fashion press.
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Quiet Luxury's Paradox: 10.3% Price Hikes Hide a New Era of Consumption.
The Mini Kelly 20 in Epsom rose 8.
May 15, 2026 · 2 min read
US silk market sees growth driven by sustainable fashion trends
The US silk market, valued at USD 5,225.
May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
US Silk Market Sees Growth Driven by Ethical Fashion Trends
US silk imports surged by 15% in 2023, pushing the market to $350 million, according to the Department of Commerce.
May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
5 Emerging Luxury Fashion Designers Redefining Sustainable Style
A recent Bain & Company survey reveals that 70% of Gen Z luxury consumers now prioritize sustainability.
May 15, 2026 · 5 min read
Bhavitha Mandava's Met Gala Look Proves Understated Elegance Beats Overt Luxury.
Hundreds of people queued for hours in New York City in October to buy discounted luxury clothing and accessories from The Row, a brand known for its logo-free, minimalist aesthetic.
May 14, 2026 · 6 min read
Top 8 Luxury Fashion Collaborations Redefining Brand Boundaries
In 2005, Stella McCartney's collaboration with H&M sparked a "shopping riot," with one blue silk jumpsuit eventually ending up in the V&A Museum.
May 14, 2026 · 5 min read
What is Haute Couture Craftsmanship and Why Does it Matter?
To be officially recognized as 'haute couture,' a fashion house must maintain a Paris atelier with at least 20 full-time staff and 20 full-time technical people, according to France Fr .
May 14, 2026 · 4 min read
Understated luxury jewelry trends in 2026 signal a shift to lasting value.
A 14K white gold diamond cross necklace, once a symbol of significant occasion, is now available for $610, reflecting a broader shift in understated luxury jewelry trends for 2026 towards accessible,
May 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Menswear's 2026 Evolution: Comfort and Digital Integration Redefine Luxury
Once synonymous with bespoke suits and stiff collars, a leading luxury brand's 2026 collection now features cashmere tracksuits and digitally-fitted loungewear, outselling its traditional offerings by
May 13, 2026 · 4 min read
Affluent shoppers in 2026 will favor quiet luxury over flashy brands.
The quiet luxury aesthetic has become so dominant among the affluent that the trend is now sometimes referred to as 'The Rowification of fashion', named after the discreet brand founded by the Olsen t
May 12, 2026 · 2 min read
How to Check Cashmere Quality for Lasting Value
The Jenni Kayne Cashmere Fisherman sweater, priced at $425, exemplifies a common luxury dilemma: is its cost truly justified, or can similar quality be found for less?
May 12, 2026 · 3 min read
9 Japanese Designers Reshaping Global Luxury Fashion
At just 27, Taiga Takahashi, founder of the acclaimed label T.
May 11, 2026 · 6 min read
Luxury Fashion's Casualization Erodes Exclusivity, Diluting Brand Power.
Last year, a limited-edition luxury sneaker drop sold out in minutes, generating more revenue for a heritage fashion house than its entire haute couture collection did all season.
May 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Celebrity Style Redefines Luxury Fashion Trends in 2026
At the 2025 Rome Film Festival, Jennifer Lawrence bypassed a head-to-toe runway look.
May 11, 2026 · 3 min read
African luxury fashion captures global recognition and influence.
African fashion icons Tyla, Skepta, and Anok Yai attended the 2026 Met Gala, transforming the New York red carpet into a vibrant display of cultural pride, according to Streamlinefeed Co Ke .
May 11, 2026 · 2 min read
2026 Met Gala shines with iconic jewelry
At the 2026 Met Gala, Sudha Reddy's personal necklace, featuring a 550-carat tanzanite, alone was valued at an astonishing $15 million, according to Vogue .
May 10, 2026 · 4 min read
Luxury fashion eyes print resurgence amid digital investment shifts
Ferrari's 'Il Fascino Ferrari' Art Edition, a limited-to-250 book priced at an astonishing $30,000, sold out immediately upon its release, according to Rio Grande Guardian .
May 10, 2026 · 3 min read
Luxury Brands Adapt to Shifting Consumer Behavior for 2026 Fashion Trends
Searches for 'quiet luxury' surged by 250% in May, while sales of traditional logo-emblazoned handbags from major European houses dropped by 15% in Q1 2024, according to a Bain & Company Report.
May 10, 2026 · 3 min read
Top Emerging Luxury Fashion Designers Redefining Haute Couture
Instead of silk and lace, one emerging haute couture collection featured gowns crafted from upcycled industrial waste, selling out within hours of its digital debut.
May 10, 2026 · 6 min read
Met Gala fashion’s environmental toll is staggering, but change is possible.
An estimated 92 million tons of textile waste are created annually, often ending in landfills or incinerated, a stark reality obscured by the glamour of events like the Met Gala, according to the Elle
May 8, 2026 · 3 min read