The Week According to YUNG

For Dior’s Winter 2027 Women’s Show, Jonathan Anderson introduces a fresh interpretation of the Dior Toujours, transforming the House signature into a softly structured Hobo silhouette. Rounded curves give the bag a supple, enveloping shape, while the iconic cannage pattern preserves its unmistakable Dior identity. Designed for everyday versatility, the generous interior offers ample space without losing its refined proportions. A removable shoulder strap allows the bag to be carried by hand or worn on the shoulder, while the discreet CD Lock clasp adds definition to its fluid line. The leather version appears in a range of shades, moving from delicate pastels to richer, deeper tones. Suede editions favour warmer autumnal colours, bringing a softer seasonal mood. Finished with the signature “D, I, O, R” charms, the new Dior Toujours Hobo balances couture heritage with modern ease, offering a practical yet polished statement for the season and the modern wardrobe.

Echoes of Existence opened last week at the Nuhad Es-Said Pavilion for Culture, under the patronage of the Lebanese Ministry of Culture and in collaboration with the Embassy of Italy in Lebanon. Curated by Muriel Asmar, the exhibition takes the pine tree as a shared symbol of endurance, elegance and collective memory across Lebanon and Italy. The show brings together works by acclaimed Italian artist Enzo Cucchi and Lebanese-Italian artist Gilbert Halaby, whose practices are shaped by Mediterranean landscapes, memory and mythology. Their works are presented alongside a selection of Lebanese modern masters, creating a dialogue across generations and cultures. The exhibition also introduces an environmental dimension through contributions from the Carabinieri Biodiversity and Forestry Units. Halaby, who has lived and worked in Rome for twenty-three years, reflects the cultural bridge at the heart of the exhibition, while Cucchi brings the perspective of one of Italy’s most recognised contemporary artists.

This September Longchamp will stage its first Art Festival in Paris, bringing together around 30 international artists across visual art, design, dance, music, performance and digital media. Held at 5 rue Saint-Merri in the Marais, the free event explores movement as a shared theme and invites audiences into a lively exchange between disciplines. Conceived by Longchamp Creative Director Sophie Delafontaine with curator Olivier Bassuet, the festival expands the House’s longstanding relationship with contemporary art. The programme will combine works from Longchamp’s private collection, selected artists from different backgrounds and specially commissioned performances. The event continues the House’s support for both established and emerging creatives, following collaborations spanning Milan Design Week, Kyotographie and its 2025 tribute to Geneviève Claisse. Open to the public from the afternoon of September 4 through September 6, the festival is designed as an accessible celebration of curiosity, experimentation and creative dialogue together.

Noon By Noor embraces the spirit of summer with Mirage, its Spring Summer 2026 collection, shaped by the colours and atmosphere of Bahrain. Shades of Bahraini red and cherry blossom pink set the tone for a wardrobe that feels light, romantic and quietly expressive.

Drawing inspiration from personal memories, desert skies, music and Pre-Raphaelite romanticism, the collection balances softness with intricate craftsmanship. Fluid silhouettes and lightweight fabrics create an effortless sense of movement, while exclusive printed silks bring colour and texture to the season.

Handcrafted cotton cord details, trompe l’oeil appliqué and delicate pintucks add depth to the pieces without overwhelming their refined simplicity. Feminine yet relaxed, Mirage reflects Noon By Noor’s ability to translate cultural references and emotion into contemporary design.

The collection offers a fresh summer perspective rooted in Bahrain, combining artisanal detail, graceful construction and a palette created for warm, sunlit days.

Versace returns with Versace Obsessed, Chapter II, the House’s FW26 campaign. Photographed by Steven Meisel, the cinematic campaign continues the brand’s evolving visual narrative while reconnecting with the imagery and attitude that have defined Versace across generations.

The campaign brings together rediscovered archive pieces, previously unseen objects and enduring House codes, creating a conversation between past and present. Glamour is placed alongside grit, classicism meets street culture, and familiar symbols are reimagined through a contemporary lens.

With Meisel behind the camera, Chapter II recalls the bold fashion campaigns that shaped Versace’s identity and influenced an entire generation of image-makers and fashion followers. Rather than treating its heritage as something fixed, the campaign presents the archive as a living source of inspiration.

Versace Obsessed, Chapter II is an unapologetic celebration of the House’s founding language, proving that its most recognisable codes can continue to evolve without losing their power.

Burberry and the V&A will celebrate the enduring legacy of the trench coat with a free display marking the British House’s 170th anniversary. Opening at V&A South Kensington on September 21, The Burberry Trench: Crafting an Icon brings together rare pieces from the Burberry Archive and the museum’s collection.

The exhibition traces the coat’s journey from practical military outerwear to a global fashion staple. It begins with Thomas Burberry’s invention of cotton gabardine in 1879 before exploring the craftsmanship behind details including the hand-finished collar, House Check lining, storm flap and the detachable throat latch.

The final section highlights the trench’s continued reinvention through 19 runway looks created over the past 25 years, including designs by Daniel Lee and Christopher Bailey. Several archival objects will be displayed publicly for the first time. The exhibition runs until January 3, 2027, ahead of the opening of the Burberry Gallery at the V&A in autumn 2028.

PUMA Middle East brings Moroccan-Belgian artist DYSTINCT into its Never Not Suede campaign, marking the brand’s first regional partnership with the musician. The campaign explores the influences shaping his identity through three worlds: music, fashion and sport, each represented by a different colourway of the iconic PUMA Suede.

The classic black Suede appears in a retro-inspired music space filled with speakers, vinyl and references to DYSTINCT’s creative journey. Coffee brown accompanies a fashion world shaped by Moroccan streets, layered fabrics and cultural details, while bold orange enters a sports setting inspired by football, community and national pride.

First launched in 1968, the Suede has been embraced by athletes, artists, dancers, skaters and creatives across generations. By connecting DYSTINCT’s Moroccan heritage, genre-blending sound and global outlook with the shoe’s legacy, the campaign celebrates individuality, cultural exchange and the freedom to create something personal without losing sight of where you come from.

LOEWE has named award-winning British actor David Jonsson as its newest brand ambassador, joining the House under creative directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to imagination, experimentation and the freedom to redefine creative boundaries.

Known for moving between stage and screen with precision, Jonsson received the Rising Star Award at the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards following his co-leading role in Alien: Romulus. His credits also include Rye Lane, Industry, Wasteman and The Long Walk, alongside acclaimed theatre work at the Almeida.

Jonsson described LOEWE as a creative playground that mirrors his own curiosity and appetite for invention. McCollough and Hernandez praised his attentive, exploratory approach to craft and his willingness to embrace complexity.

With upcoming roles in A24’s The Chaperones, Frank Ocean’s untitled feature and Halina Reijn’s Please, Jonsson enters the partnership at a defining moment in his career and growing international profile.

Mouawad adorned Zendaya for the London premiere of Spider-Man, where the award-winning actress wore earrings and a ring from the Maison’s Majestic Diamond Suite.

Inspired by legendary royal love stories, the High Jewellery suite is designed as a celebration of romance, elegance and enduring devotion. The earrings and ring feature a combined 46.55 carats of D to F colour, FL to VS2 clarity diamonds, meticulously selected and set in 18-karat white gold.

At the centre of each creation is an exceptional D Flawless pear-shaped diamond, reflecting Mouawad’s dedication to rarity, craftsmanship and timeless design. Zendaya’s contemporary style offered a fresh interpretation of the celebrated suite on the red carpet.

The Majestic Diamond Suite was also recently worn by Madonna during her Confessions II press tour in London, reinforcing its place among Mouawad’s most recognisable and significant High Jewelry creations and its enduring association with influential women on the global stage.

London-based artist Sarah Ali steps into the spotlight with her new single, “We Can’t Get It On,” marking an introduction to her sound and creative identity. The track was co-written with French songwriter Omar Chakil, formerly of Warner Music France, and Anthony Marshall, whose credits include work with Jennifer Lopez and Craig David. Marshall also produced the single, bringing together pop experience and a polished contemporary edge.

The accompanying music video expands the release into a collaborative visual project. It was filmed by British cinematographer Dan Settler and edited by Lebanese editor Dikranouhi Kurkjian, adding an international creative dimension to Ali’s debut moment. Choreography was led by Lea Steitie, with additional movement contributions from Lucie Camelo.

With a team spanning music, film, editing and dance, “We Can’t Get It On” introduces Sarah Ali through a built world that feels both personal and connected, setting the tone for what comes next.

And that was The Week According to YUNG.

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