It may seem hard to believe, but cult cool girl brand Renaissance Renaissance is now 10-years-old. Founded in 2016 by Beirut-born designer Cynthia Merhej, the label prides itself on its ‘women-led couture’ and nostalgic, century-spanning explorations of womanhood. Over the past decade, Merhej has picked up awards such as the Fashion Trust Arabia Prize, as well as two nominations for the LVMH Prize in both 2021 and 2025. 

In 2024, Renaissance Renaissance designed the costumes for the film adaptation of Françoise Sagan’s Bonjour Tristesse starring Chloë Sevigny, which premiered at Toronto Film Festival and landed her a spot on that year’s Dazed MENA 100 list. Now, the brand is looking back on a decade of achievements by launching a limited-edition zine, DECADE. 

While only 200 copies exist, the zine features imagery from photographers George Eyres, Alessandro Raimondo, and Alice Mann, all of whom have captured the brand in their own individual way. The zine has been styled by Claudia Sinclair and is available now, here. 

Elsewhere in fashion this week, Paris Fashion Week Men’s is in full swing – and grappling with 40 degree heat. Louis Vuitton got wet and wild, Saint Laurent welcomed Madonna, and Dior was ready to party. Head here to keep up with our menswear coverage, or read on for all the other fashion news you missed this week. 

JIL SANDER DROPS PRE-FALL 2026 COLLECTION

Today (June 26), Jil Sander and creative director Simone Bellotti have unveiled their latest Pre-Fall 2026 collection and campaign, shot by Dutch artist duo Blommers & Schumm. The new collection explores an expanded notion of portraiture – “where garments are regarded with the same intensity as the characters who wear them”. See here. 

END. LAUNCHES SUMMER OF SPORT SERIES

It’s a pretty big summer for sport, if you hadn’t already noticed, and concept store END. is celebrating by launching a new programme, aptly titled Summer of Sport. The new series is inspired by the sporting calendar, and will explore its influence on contemporary fashion, identity and culture. Learn more here. 

CALVIN KLEIN SAYS HAPPY PRIDE!

You never know exactly which brands will release Pride campaigns, but you can always count on Calvin Klein. Earlier this week, the brand revealed a limited-edition Pride 2026 collection, accompanied by a creator-led campaign featuring artist Deon Hinton, choreographer Sam Salter and model and athlete Jordan Rand. See more of the Pride drop here. 

DSQUARED2 TAPS BAD GYAL

Did you know that Dsquared2 has never had a brand ambassador before? That is, until now. This week, the Italian brand announced Spanish rapper Bad Gyal as its first ever face. “We’ve always drawn inspiration from the raw passion and individuality of performers, and Bad Gyal is the embodiment of that. Magnetic on stage and fiercely confident off it, she perfectly captures the Dsquared2 attitude,” explain the designers. 

AMI PARIS OPENS NEW STORE 

Happy birthday to French brand Ami Paris, which turns 15 this year! To celebrate, this week it opened the doors to a brand new store at 4 Place des Victoires, in the heart of its hometown. The new space acts as a complete window into the Ami Paris universe, which you can check out here.