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Gen Zs say they are against fast fashion. So why are they still queueing for it?

Content creator Sarah Lim, 20, outside Subdued’s Bugis+ store in a pink knit jacket from the label, which she wears almost every day.
Content creator Sarah Lim, 20, outside Subdued’s Bugis+ store in a pink knit jacket from the label, which she wears almost every day.

Solitary weavers in Japan’s Fukushima create lustrous threads and fabrics

Eriko Yamauchi makes thread in a quiet environment where bird songs can be heard, in Showa, Fukushima Prefecture.
Eriko Yamauchi makes thread in a quiet environment where bird songs can be heard, in Showa, Fukushima Prefecture.

Mark Zuckerberg is trying something on

Mark Zuckerberg at his home on Lake Tahoe in California on Aug 4. He underwent a very public style rebrand in 2024, when he went from robotic coder in a grey hoodie to fashion-conscious bro next door.
Mark Zuckerberg at his home on Lake Tahoe in California on Aug 4. He underwent a very public style rebrand in 2024, when he went from robotic coder in a grey hoodie to fashion-conscious bro next door.

Zara pulls kids’ Halloween costume after comparisons to Nazi camp uniforms

Zara had been selling the item, listed as the Kids’ Halloween Groom Costume, online for €39.99 (S$57).
Zara had been selling the item, listed as the Kids’ Halloween Groom Costume, online for €39.99 (S$57).

Young & Savvy

I used AI to tailor my work wardrobe. Here’s how you can too

Shopping online was far more efficient, but the writer needed every purchase to hit the mark to save time, effort and money on returns. 
Shopping online was far more efficient, but the writer needed every purchase to hit the mark to save time, effort and money on returns. 

On red carpets and runways, bras as tops have taken over

The almost-naked look ruled at the MTV Video Music Awards and recent fashion weeks.
The almost-naked look ruled at the MTV Video Music Awards and recent fashion weeks.

Gucci’s new ‘Made in China’ sneaker models break with Italian tradition 

Demna will present his latest collection at a Milan runway show on Sept 25.
Demna will present his latest collection at a Milan runway show on Sept 25.

England should play to strengths instead of copying Spain's template, says Gordon

Soccer Football - Nations League - England Press Conference - St George's Park, Burton upon Trent, Britain - September 23, 2026 England's Anthony Gordon during the press conference Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff
Soccer Football - Nations League - England Press Conference - St George's Park, Burton upon Trent, Britain - September 23, 2026 England's Anthony Gordon during the press conference Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff

Singapore architect making ‘anti-corporate’ clothes goes to London Fashion Week

Kassandra Lim backstage at Flair Fashion Ignite Collective Runway in London on Sept 19.
Kassandra Lim backstage at Flair Fashion Ignite Collective Runway in London on Sept 19.

K-actress Han So-hee wears Charles & Keith in South Korean remake of Hollywood film The Intern

Han So Hee wears the Gael Studded Convertible Kitten-Heel Knee-High Boots (left), and carries the Kerry Top Handle Satchel Bag.
Han So Hee wears the Gael Studded Convertible Kitten-Heel Knee-High Boots (left), and carries the Kerry Top Handle Satchel Bag.

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