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The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Apr. 25 – May 1) 

BYMille Team

May 1, 2026

Missed out on the fashion chatter this week? We’ve got you covered. Every week, our inbox is flooded with hundreds of press releases, but we made it our mission to sift through all the noise so you don’t have to. Here’s your quick recap of all the key fashion news from Apr. 25 to May 1 2026, served up in bite-sized pieces so you can catch up fast…

Burberry x Hunza G Just Dropped the Swimwear Capsule of Summer 2026

Summer is here, and Burberry is marking the season with a new swimwear capsule in collaboration with Hunza G, which launched globally on April 27. Rooted in a shared focus on material innovation and British design, the collection reworks Hunza G’s signature silhouettes using its Original Crinkle™ ultra-stretch fabric, known for its sculpting, one-size-fit construction crafted with more than nine million stitches per garment, now updated in Burberry’s iconic color palette and finished with Burberry Check trims. Spanning four core styles, the Faye, Tyler, Domino, and Devyn, the offering delivers minimalist, body-contouring swimwear alongside bikinis, a multifunctional swim skirt, and a tube top, each paired with a matching scrunchie for beach days and city wear alike. A new seahorse motif reinterprets Burberry’s Knight with a B shield and Hunza G banner, appearing alongside a seasonal logo appliqué on cotton garment bags. The launch is fronted by a portrait series shot by Ryan McGinley, starring Simone Ashley and Alva Claire in beachside settings, while Burberry’s Chief Creative Officer Daniel Lee and Hunza G founder Georgiana Huddart frame the collaboration as a natural meeting point between heritage, confidence, and pieces designed to move seamlessly between land and water.

Vilebrequin’s Cruise 2026 Campaign Puts Arab Models Front and Center

Beach season is officially here, and Vilebrequin is leaning into it with its Cruise 2026 campaign, spotlighting Arab and North African models Louai Alama and Myriem Boukadida against the sunlit coastline of Abu Dhabi. Founded in Saint-Tropez in 1971, the label built its reputation on elevated swim trunks that merged Riviera ease with meticulous craftsmanship, quickly becoming synonymous with laid-back luxury and the idea of dressing for vacation as a lifestyle rather than a moment. That DNA carries through this latest campaign, shot along the emirate’s luminous shores, where a day-in-the-life narrative unfolds from soft morning light to golden hour by the water, with both talents embodying a relaxed, unfussy elegance that feels distinctly regional while staying true to the brand’s roots. Designed for life in motion, the Cruise 2026 collection emphasizes lightness and versatility, offering pieces that transition seamlessly between beach escapes, travel, and everyday wear.

Chanel Returns to Biarritz With a Cruise 2027 Show Rooted in Freedom

Chanel has returned to Biarritz with its Cruise 2027 show, marking the first time the house has staged a runway in the seaside city where Gabrielle Chanel opened her first couture house in 1915 and secured her financial independence. Presented at the historic Le Casino Municipal, the collection by Matthieu Blazy draws on the spirit of liberation that defined Chanel’s early years on the Atlantic coast, a vision shaped in part by her relationship with Boy Capel and the cosmopolitan clientele the resort town attracted. Blazy channels that legacy through a modern lens, opening with a reinterpretation of the 1926 little black dress, complete with a bow detail reimagined as a clutch, before moving into elevated takes on French workwear staples like marinières and bleu de travail, transformed into tactile, beach-to-salon silhouettes. Designed around movement and ease, the collection flows between environments with silk foulards, raffia skirts, soft tweeds, beaded knits, and fish-scale paillettes, while the Double C logo is treated as a structural design element rather than overt branding. Accessories extend that dialogue, from waterproof bags and striped beach paniers to Basque pala carriers and footwear that shifts seamlessly from ballroom to sand, paired with shell jewelry and the house’s signature pearls. The show also nods to a pivotal moment in Chanel history, when Gabrielle met perfumer Ernest Beaux in Biarritz, leading to the creation of Chanel N°5.

Fendi Heads Back to Rome for Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Couture Debut

Fendi has confirmed that its Couture Fall 2027 show will take place in Rome on the evening of July 9, marking a defining moment as Maria Grazia Chiuri prepares to unveil her first couture collection for the house. The choice of location carries added personal resonance, Chiuri was born and raised in Rome, and notably staged her final collection for Dior in the same city, making this return feel both cyclical and intentional. For Fendi, the move taps directly into its own origins, with Rome’s layered history, architecture, and artisanal heritage long informing the brand’s identity. By anchoring her debut here, Chiuri places her vision in direct conversation with that legacy, bridging a new creative chapter with the cultural weight that defines the house. While details around the garments and exact venue remain under wraps, the setting alone signals a collection that will likely balance couture precision with a broader historical narrative, reinforcing Fendi’s enduring connection to the Eternal City.

Kith Drops Its First-Ever Pet Collection With wagwear

Kith has officially entered the pet space with the launch of Kith for wagwear, a first-of-its-kind collaboration with wagwear as part of the label’s ongoing Monday Program. The collection marks Kith’s debut into dog-focused design, spanning apparel, toys, home goods, and accessories that bring the brand’s signature aesthetic into everyday pet life. Standout pieces include a nylon rainbreaker, padded harness, rope leash, zippered tote carrier, and a stainless steel dog bowl, alongside wagwear’s cult-favorite WagWellies Mojave boots, designed to protect paws from harsh surfaces like hot pavement. Founded in 1998, wagwear built its reputation by elevating pet fashion into a functional, design-led category, with its WagWellies becoming a staple among style-conscious pet owners.

The LVMH Prize 2026 Finalists Are In

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LVMH has revealed the nine finalists for its 2026 Prize, narrowing down a pool of over 2,400 applicants to a tightly curated group that offers a clear snapshot of where fashion might be heading next. The selected designers include Colleen Allen (United States), Gabriel Figueiredo of De Pino (France), Galib Gassanoff of Institution (Georgia), Julie Kegels (Belgium), Zane Li of Lii (China), Petra Fagerström (Sweden), Harry Pontefract of Ponte (United Kingdom), Daniel del Valle Fernandez of The Vxlley (Spain), and Anil Padia of Yoshita 1967 (Kenya), a lineup that feels intentionally global, both in geography and perspective. They will present their collections on Sept. 4 at the Foundation Louis Vuitton in Paris, where a heavyweight jury featuring Jonathan Anderson, Sarah Burton, Maria Grazia Chiuri, Nicolas Ghesquière, Marc Jacobs, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, alongside Phoebe Philo, Michael Rider, and Pharrell Williams, will decide the winner.

The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Apr. 25 – May 1)

Burberry x Hunza G Just Dropped the Swimwear Capsule of Summer 2026

Vilebrequin’s Cruise 2026 Campaign Puts Arab Models Front and Center

Chanel Returns to Biarritz With a Cruise 2027 Show Rooted in Freedom

Fendi Heads Back to Rome for Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Couture Debut

Kith Drops Its First-Ever Pet Collection With wagwear

The LVMH Prize 2026 Finalists Are In

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Chanel Returns to Biarritz With a Cruise 2027 Show Rooted in Freedom

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Kith Drops Its First-Ever Pet Collection With wagwear

The LVMH Prize 2026 Finalists Are In

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The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Apr. 25 – May 1) 