The Cruise 2026 season is in full swing. Chanel transported us to Lake Como, while Gucci ventured deep into the archives (literally). Louis Vuitton traveled to Avignon ( a city in southeastern France’s Provence region) for its Cruise 2026 showcase. Nicolas Ghesquière, who has served as creative director since 2013, welcomed guests inside the historic Palais des Papes. The front row inside the medieval landmark was stacked with the likes of Sophie Turner, Cate Blanchett, Catherine Deneuve, and France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron. Models took to the runway adorned in an assortment of opulent, sharp, and armor-like designs. Metallics, fur, and lavish embellishments reigned supreme. “Women’s armor for everyday life,” Ghesquière told WWD backstage.

Louis Vuitton Cruise 2026 Collection Review

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Nicolas Ghesquière’s in a league of his own. Beyond!” [Kanzai]

“FATHER IS FATHERING!” [helmutnotdead]

“I feel challenged, I feel intrigued, I feel questioned and then, two seconds later, it’s pure love. Seriously, Nicolas has been on a roll since his 10-year show.” [yslforever]

“Love it. I think it’s quite a sumptuous, rich and layered collection. That excess of jacquard, lurex, shine, shine shine! I really love the oversized jacquard t-shirt dresses, that insane gold blazer, the A-line knitted dresses. The shoes and bags are also fabulous.” [Lola701]

“FANTASTIC collection and show! When Ghesquière is on he’s marvelous, and he was ON for this collection!” [VogueDisciple93]

“That was GREAT! The bags were gorgeous and will sell very well. The set and music were spectacular as well. One of the few Louis Vuitton collections from NG that I can say I love.” [Salvatore]

“Lovely show. The shapes are very familiar, like a compilation really. Revisiting his history at a historic place, cool. But the real charm here is all the textiles, patterns, prints, the colors, the embellishment. This is what is missing from fashion – something evocative, doing that bridge past and present. Thank God for Nicolas!” [Alquimista]

See all the looks from the Louis Vuitton Cruise 2026 collection and join the conversation, here.

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The advertising campaigns of Swarovski have been planted very firmly on our radar, ever since Giovanna Battaglia Engelbert made the brilliant upon brilliant decision to enlist Steven Meisel as campaign photographer. Battaglia Engelbert, who has served as the brand’s global creative director since 2020, has also had quite a thing for Ariana Grande. The American singer, songwriter, and Academy Award-nominated actress became a global ambassador for the Austrian jewelry brand in June 2024, and now stars in her third consecutive campaign. Ariana Grande reunites with Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott for the occasion, starring in the Swarovski Millenia campaign for the Spring/Summer 2025 season. For the series of portrait imagery, Grande oozes some major 60s glamour wearing an assortment of pieces from the collection.

Ariana Grande for the Swarovski Spring/Summer 2025 Campaign

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Ariana is the Alicia Vikander of singers. From Craig McDean to Annie Annie Leibovitz, no one can make her look good. Not even the extreme M&M edit that has made even Selena Gomez acceptable. PS: What horrible tattoos!” exclaimed DK92 upon first look.

“Choosing someone with such graphic hand tattoos to model for a jewelry brand is a choice I just don’t understand,” rivegaucheface chimed in.

“All those hand tattoos draw all the focus,” disapproved tomtakesphotos.

“I prefer the Swarovski campaigns by Meisel. All the jewelry and tattoos in these photographs are way too much,” commented MModa.

Valentine27 shared: “I like Swarovski but having Ariana Grande advertise for the brand is a bad choice. I just don’t think she speaks to the targeted audience.”

Yet not everyone was so disapproving. “Quite frankly, I’ve never seen a bad campaign of Ariana Grande for Swarovski. It’s all very glam. Very 60s, and very much in the style of Richard Avedon/Steven Meisel that I cannot help but to love each and every shot!” voiced vogue28.

See more of Ariana Grande for the Swarovski Spring/Summer 2025 campaign and join the conversation, here.

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Loli Bahia is one of the most in-demand of models within the world of fashion. During the Fall 2025 season of Paris Fashion Week alone, the French beauty walked for the likes of Chanel, Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton, Givenchy, Chloé, and Tom Ford (to name just a select few). Editors across the globe continue to endorse the industry favorite too, with Francesca Ragazzi being the latest. Ragazzi welcomes Loli Bahia onto the cover of Vogue Italia for May 2025. Bahia gazes down the lens of Vito Fernicola for the occasion, with cover shoot stylist Robbie Spencer selecting a striped top from Miu Miu for the current face of Versace.

Loli Bahia for Vogue Italia May 2025

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Dreadful. The quality of the image looks so poor, it looks like a 5-minute Photoshop job,” immediately critiqued Squizree.

“Terrible! Wow,” RMDV shrieked.

“What is this? Firstly that hand-me-down Gap shirt from 2000, and then that bloody purple pen mark on her left wrist. Did someone forget to edit it out? Not to mention how sh*tty the lighting and coloring of the image is before we even get to her ever-lacking expression,” commented Fiercification.

“Models used to be aspirational,” expressed an underwhelmed fenty.

GivenchyHomme wasn’t into it either. “I hate this magazine so much. It continues to be the worst edition of Vogue month after month. You have a model like Loli Bahia and that’s how you ‘style’ her for a cover? Where is the love? Where is the fantasy?”

“It’s all just so glum, sombre, and lifeless. An energetic smile from Loli Bahia would’ve elevated this cover immensely,” voiced vogue28.

See more of Loli Bahia from the Vogue Italia May 2025 cover shoot and join the conversation, here.

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The Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue campaigns have become somewhat of an icon. Since the launch of the scent in 2001 (for women) and 2007 (for men), a series of sultry campaigns have transported us to the idyllic island of Capri. Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana first called upon David Gandy as the face and embodiment of the citrus-inspired fragrance, who has been joined by the likes of Anna Jagodzińska and Bianca Balti over the years. The installment for 2025 sees Theo James and Vittoria Ceretti couple up for the Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue campaign. The pair ventured down to the Capri shoreline for the occasion, captured by Gordon von Steiner under the warm Italian sunshine as the dramatic Faraglioni rock formations loom in the background.

Theo James & Vittoria Ceretti for the Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Fragrance Campaign

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Always been a fan of the Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue campaigns, and love the continuation of the Capri concept. It’s all just executed so well by Gordon von Steiner, and I love Vittoria Ceretti for the campaign. A thousand times yes to absolutely everything – from the white bikini to that idyllic setting,” voiced vogue28.

“Stunning, albeit mainstream, which is the aim of the campaign, I reckon. Both Theo James and Vittoria Ceretti look hot,” admired WAVES upon first look.

Not everyone, however, was so forthcoming. “This change in Vittoria’s eye color is very questionable, and I don’t know if Theo James was the right person. He’s not very photogenic, despite being very sexy and hot! I have mixed feelings about the final result,” shared DK92.

“So a blue-eyed model wasn’t available? This is definitely a step down from the perfection of David Gandy and Bianca Balti,” marsnoop2 noted.

“Zero chemistry, looks like a bodybuilder couple on steroids (especially the guy),” critiqued Mr Yayo.

See more of the campaign and join the conversation, here.

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We’ve said it once and we’ll say it again: the German edition of Vogue simply isn’t what it once was. Under the tutelage of Kerstin Weng (who has served as head of editorial content since 2021), the magazine has been extremely hit and miss (heavy on the miss, FYI). Covers over recent months starring the likes of Tilda Swinton, Emilia Schüle, Emma Corrin, Heike Makatsch, and Sandra Hüller have flopped HARD. Weng appears to be trying to make amends, however, by inviting Nadja Auermann onto the cover of Vogue Germany for May 2025. The iconic German model (once stated by the Guinness Book of Records to have the longest legs of any model in the world) appears before the lens of photographer Scott Trindle. In the stripped-back cover shot, Auermann appears makeup-free wearing a cream jacket from the Marni Spring 2025 collection.

Nadja Auermann for Vogue Germany May 2025

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“QUEEN! I don’t speak German, but the title should be THE BEST MODEL IN THE WORLD!” exclaimed DK92 upon checking out the cover.

“I LOVE Nadja Auermann and I’m delighted to see this!” VanillaCrush exclaimed.

Also very much a fan was vogue28. “Nadja Auermann on the cover of Vogue Germany feels like a cause for celebration! So glad the team never did anything crazy in terms of concept. Just a beautiful cover photograph of a beautiful woman with zero gimmicks,” he shared.

Not everyone, however, was feeling it. “Nadja is one my all time faves. She’s the ultimate ‘femme fatale’ model. Her kilometer-long legs, the piercing blue eyes, the icy blond bob, the razor sharp cheekbones… That’s why I don’t care for this mature woman styling. Gimme full on Helmut Newton fantasy!” wrote Marc10.

“Love Nadja but the cover is hideous. She looks tired,” commented forum member Avonlea.

See more of Nadja Auermann from the Vogue Germany May 2025 cover shoot and join the conversation, here.

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Throughout 2025, we’ve encountered a collective mix of Anna Wintour’s old and new favorites on the cover of Vogue. Regulars like Gigi Hadid have graced the American fashion bible, while Wintour (who has served as editor-in-chief since 1988) has championed fresh talent like Sabrina Carpenter and Angel Reese. The Summer 2025 issue of Vogue sees Hailey Bieber take to the cover. The last time Wintour welcomed the American beauty as cover star, was back in March 2019, when she was joined by husband Justin Bieber. Six years later, Hailey goes solo via the lens of photographer Mikael Jansson. Vogue‘s Tonne Goodman was called upon for styling duties, opting to dress the Rhode founder and Anthony Vaccarello favorite in a striped shirt from Prada in the vibrant, refreshing, and water-drenched cover photograph.

Hailey Bieber for Vogue Summer 2025

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“That’s not a bad cover. Lovely colors. I do wish Hailey was looking at the camera though. I just can’t fully appreciate a cover (usually) where the subject is looking away,” voiced MyNameIs straight away.

Vogue28 felt the same way. “My one critique is Hailey not engaging with us readers, which just ruins this completely for me (such a pet peeve of mine). The whole water concept also just reminded me of last year’s Kendall Jenner cover which was executed far FAR better.

“I wish she was looking at the camera, and I don’t understand her as a cover choice, but overall, I like it. It’s very easy summer and I appreciate that,” LastNight chimed in.

Yet not everyone was buying it. “This is a new low,” declared forum member Hchloe.

“Vogue always FAIL when they’re too pretentious on their cover photo choices. This looks like a still from a commercial,” commented crmsn.

See more of Hailey Bieber from the US Vogue Summer 2025 cover shoot and join the conversation, here.

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As head of editorial content at Vogue Spain, Inés Lorenzo regularly supports homegrown talent. Since taking up the mantle of the Spanish fashion bible in 2021, Lorenzo has endorsed the likes of Penélope Cruz, Rosalía, Sara Caballero, Bad Gyal, and Ester Expósito as cover stars. Up next on the cover of Vogue Spain is Úrsula Corderó. The Spanish actress now has three Spanish Vogue covers under her belt, the last being for the September 2023 edition. Two years later, and Úrsula graces the lens of photographer Elizaveta Porodina for the May 2025 issue. Styled by Helena Tejedor, Corderó gazes down Porodina’s masterful lens wearing pieces from Demna’s Spring 2025 Balenciaga collection in the vintage-inspired cover photograph.

Úrsula Corberó for Vogue Spain May 2025

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Out of the three Spanish Vogue covers Úrsula Corberó has had, this is by far the strongest. I love the vintage vibes, and the colors. There appears to be some thought having gone into this,” appreciated vogue28.

“I love Elizaveta Porodina’s work. Absolutely flawless and magical. Always,” Deleted Member 164735 declared.

Yet not everyone was so forthcoming. “To be honest, I actually like Elizaveta’s work, but there are times when it’s impossible to defend. That hair looks like someone bit it and a piece is missing,” critiqued DK92.

“In Elizaveta’s defense, I think that comes more from the editorial decision/masthead design. If the G wasn’t placed as it is, the eye would easily register the missing hair as blocked by the ragged edge of the hole,” responded forum member tigerrouge.

See more of Úrsula Corberó from the Vogue Spain May 2025 cover shoot and join the conversation, here.

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Linda Gumus Gerritsen continues to find her footing at Vogue Netherlands. After replacing Yeliz Cice as editor-in-chief, the magazine’s former fashion director has seemingly made it her mission to serve up models as cover stars. Throughout 2025, Jill Kortleve, a handful of rising Dutch models, and brother/sister duo Parker and Bess van Noord made last month’s front cover. This month, for May 2025, Dorit Revelis takes to the cover of Vogue Netherlands. The Israeli beauty poses for photographer Jorin Koers for the occasion, with Linda Gumus Gerritsen herself reporting for styling duties (à la Christine Centenera). In the tranquil and serene cover shot, Revelis seemingly channels Michaela Bercu and is dressed in a cognac-colored jacket from Nadège Vanhee-Cybulski’s Spring 2025 Hermès collection.

Dorit Revelis for Vogue Netherlands May 2025

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“Such a pretty cover. I love the mood,” instantly admired kokobombon upon checking out the cover.

“Finally a good cover!” enthused forum member prylvi. “The colors are stunning, and Dorit looks lovely!”

“What a beautiful and rather enchanting cover! Every single element is working beautifully. Major kudos to everyone involved. Dorit Revelis is giving us her best Michaela Bercu impersonation and I’m here for it,” voiced vogue28.

See more of Dorit Revelis from the Vogue Netherlands May 2025 cover shoot and join the conversation, here.

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Today, the world of fashion is digesting the news of Pierpaolo Piccioli becoming Balenciaga creative director – with the guessing game coming to an abrupt halt. The post has been vacant subsequent to Demna switching houses to save Gucci (following the not-so-unexptected departure of Sabato De Sarno in February). Demna will present his final Balenciaga collection in July during Haute Couture Paris Fashion Week – with Piccioli taking the reins July 10. The Italian designer joins the Spanish Paris-based fashion house after parting ways with Valentino in early 2024, having served as creative director for 25 years. The revered designer joins Balenciaga at a challenging moment for parent company Kering, who reported a 14% year-on-year decline in first quarter sales to €3.9bn.⁠

Balenciaga Appoints Pierpaolo Piccioli Creative Director

Read below the reactions of theFashionSpot’s forum members:

“Girl simply what? Why wouldn’t they put him at Gucci and Demna at Balenciaga? This makes no sense.” [cheapthrills]

“I am going to give him a chance, but as I was expecting, I am disappointed in this appointment. Congratulations to him anyway.” [Salvatore]

“All I’m gonna say is: LOL Kering CEOs really want to see the ship sink!” [Creative]

“Very pleasantly surprised at the negative reactions here, to be completely honest. IMO, any creative director is better than the trite Demna served up at Balenciaga. All I require from Pierpaolo Piccioli is for him to inject some glamour, elegance, and sophistication back into Balenciaga.” [vogue28]

“I personally was wishing for Pieter [Mulier] or Daniel [Rsoeberry] cause I find them more exciting fashion-wise, but this makes sense. Balenciaga desperately needed someone that would clean up the house, and bring some class back. Pierpaolo is a perfect person to do that. I can’t wait to see what he does for couture there.” [Marc10]

“The good thing is that it cannot get worse than Demna’s regurgitations.” [VogueDisciple93]

“I kinda optimistic about it!” [pryvli]

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Here at theFashionSpot, you will always hear us rave about Harper’s Bazaar Spain. The magazine remains firmly planted on our radar. After all, Inma Jimenez Mateos has mastered producing buzz-worthy covers. Cover stars over recent months have included the likes of Carla Bruni, Gal Gadot, and Cate Blanchett. Up next on the cover Harper’s Bazaar Spain is Jourdan Dunn. The British beauty (who began appearing on international runways in 2007) fronts the title’s latest, centered around the theme of art and craft. Jourdan poses before the lens of Spanish Bazaar regular Javier Biosca for the occasion, complete with Beatriz Moreno de la Cova on styling duties. Across the two covers, Dunn models looks from the Spring 2025 Prada collection of Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons.

Jourdan Dunn for Harper’s Bazaar Spain May 2025

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“The orange cover looks super crisp, I love it! The cover of the ‘art and crafts’ issue done right,” instantly approved crmsn.

“Both of the covers are visually appealing. I particularly like the cover with the orange masthead and Prada skirt. The short hairstyle suits Dunn, and makes for a refreshing comeback look,” MModa chimed in.

“So happy to see Jourdan Dunn back. I miss that 2010 era with Chanel Iman, Arlenis Sosa, Sessilee Lopez, and Joan Smalls – this is the era of fashion I want to go back to! The styling here is gorgeous,” admired Bertrando3.

See more of Jourdan Dunn from the Harper’s Bazaar Spain May 2025 cover shoot and join the conversation, here.

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