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Weaving Oman’s identity into global fashion

For Amal al Raisi, one of Oman’s most prominent fashion designers, success has been built on dedication, perseverance and a clear vision. Through years of creativity and determination, she has transformed her passion...

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Siriano, Hudson unveil collections at New York Fashion Week

A model presents creations by Christian Siriano during New York Fashion Week, in New York City, U.S., September 12, 2025.

The Armani Look

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani acknowledges the audience at the end of the Armani Men's Spring - Summer 2024 fashion show as part of the Fashion Week in Milan, on June 19, 2023. Italian fashion great Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91 "surrounded by his loved ones", his company said on September 4, 2025. (Photo by Andreas SOLARO / AFP)

Giorgio Armani to be laid to rest in private funeral

An undated handout photo shows Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani, Courtesy of Aldo Fallai and Giorgio Armani/Handout via REUTERS THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. NO RESALES. NO ARCHIVES. MANDATORY CREDIT. NO PUBLICATION AFTER 2200GMT TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2025.

Nigerian designer pushes 'Afro-lux' onto the global fashion scene

Reni Folawiyo, founder of Alara concept store, poses for a photograph inside Alara in Lagos, on August 20, 2025. With its modern red and black architecture, Al疵a, West Africa's first luxury fashion and decor concept store, stands out in the Nigerian megacity of Lagos. Ten years in business, the store has established itself as a temple of Afro-luxury under the vision of its founder, businesswoman Reni Folawiyo. (Photo by OLYMPIA DE MAISMONT / AFP)

A Rare Smell on the Brink of Extinction

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Fashion enthusiasts defy tradition in Venezuela 'battle of outfits'

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Ralph Lauren’s Vintage Man of Mystery

Doug Bihlmaier at his home in East Hampton, N.Y., July 12, 2025. (Amir Hamja/The New York Times)

Italy fines Armani for ‘misleading ethical’ statements

Italy fines Armani for ‘misleading ethical’ statements

A Designer Was Ready for India’s Fashion Moment

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Those ugly shoes? She’ll make you love them

Footwear designer Nina Christen at her home in Paris, June 26, 2025. (Dmitry Kostyukov/The New York Times)

Finally, Another Woman Designer Gets a Big Brand

Finally, Another Woman Designer Gets a Big Brand

An Omani make-up artist’s journey from Oman to international runways

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This Is What Fashion Needs Now

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Recovering Giorgio Armani says he will be back in September

FILE PHOTO: Designer Giorgio Armani appears at the end of his Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2025 collection show for Giorgio Armani Prive in Paris, France, January 28, 2025. REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier/File Photo

Celebs light up Schiaparelli to open Paris Haute Couture Week

Dua Lipa arrives to attend the Schiaparelli Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2025-2026 collection show in Paris, France, July 7, 2025. REUTERS
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