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The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Apr. 4 – 10) 

BYMille Team

April 10, 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. 4 to 10, 2026, served up in bite-sized pieces so you can catch up fast…

Zendaya x On Enters Its Cinematic Era With First Co-Created Collection

Zendaya is stepping deeper into her partnership with On, unveiling their first fully co-created footwear and apparel collection. Developed alongside longtime stylist Law Roach, the collection blends Zendaya’s intuitive, expressive take on modern sportswear with On’s precision-led Swiss engineering, resulting in a lineup that moves effortlessly between performance and everyday wear. Think ribbed essentials, elevated outerwear, and fluid silhouettes designed for versatility, anchored by the standout sneaker: the Cloudnova Moon, a sharper, more directional evolution of the brand’s signature Cloudnova. Bringing the vision to life is Shape of Dreams, a surreal campaign directed by Spike Jonze, set inside Zendaya’s imagined “Dream Lab,” where garments morph and shift to mirror the creative process, complemented by behind-the-scenes stills from photographer Sean Thomas. Dropping April 16 across On’s platforms and select global retailers, the release marks a clear evolution in Zendaya’s role—not just as a face, but as a creative force shaping a collection that feels personal, directional, and culturally in tune.

Stefano Gabbana Steps Down as Dolce & Gabbana Chairman

A significant shake-up is underway at Dolce & Gabbana as co-founder Stefano Gabbana has officially resigned from his role as chairman, a move that actually took place in December 2025 but has only now been made public ahead of crucial debt negotiations. Stepping into the role is Alfonso Dolce, brother of co-founder Domenico Dolce and the company’s current CEO, keeping leadership within the founding family, while reports suggest former Gucci CEO Stefano Cantino may soon join the top management team. The leadership shift comes at a critical moment for the house, which is navigating approximately €450 million in debt and entering a new phase of negotiations with creditors, advised by Rothschild & Co, as it looks to refinance €300 million through 2030 and secure an additional €150 million to fuel growth in its beauty and fragrance division. While Gabbana’s exit is not linked to any fresh controversy, it signals a strategic pivot as the brand explores asset sales and license renewals amid a broader slowdown in the luxury sector; notably, the designer remains creatively present, appearing alongside Dolce at their February 2026 Milan Fashion Week show, leaving open the question of whether this marks a full departure or simply a step back from corporate duties as attention turns to his 40% stake and the company’s financial future.

Dior Heads to LACMA for Jonathan Anderson’s Cruise 2027 Debut

Dior is taking its Cruise 2027 show to Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), marking a major moment for the house as it stages Jonathan Anderson’s first Cruise collection at the institution’s striking David Geffen Galleries, the newly unveiled wing designed by Peter Zumthor. Set in the heart of Los Angeles, the choice of LACMA underscores a deliberate alignment between fashion and contemporary art, positioning the show within one of the West Coast’s most influential cultural spaces. While details surrounding the collection’s design and narrative remain tightly under wraps, the museum setting alone hints at a concept grounded in artistic exchange and institutional dialogue, as Dior continues to blur the lines between runway spectacle and cultural staging on a global scale.

JENNIE Named Ray-Ban’s New Global Ambassador

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Jennie Kim is adding another major fashion co-sign to her ever-growing portfolio, this time teaming up with Ray-Ban as its newest Global Brand Ambassador. The partnership launches with a sleek campaign titled “Styles for Unfiltered Confidence,” tapping into the K-pop star’s signature blend of quiet confidence and global It Girl appeal while bridging the brand’s heritage with her digital-era influence. Shot through a lens of minimalism and self-expression, the visuals see Jennie front a curated lineup of her favorite silhouettes—think vintage-inspired metal frames, ‘90s-style wrap shields, and retro cat-eye shapes that lean heavily into current streetwear and Y2K trends. Beyond classic eyewear, she also fronts Ray-Ban Meta Blayzer Optics Gen 2, part of the brand’s tech-driven Ray-Ban Meta range, with the new generation frames promising a lighter fit and upgraded AI-powered features, retailing between $379 and $499. The exclusive “Ray-Ban and Jennie” edit is available now online and in stores worldwide.

Alaïa Finally Drops Denim—And Yes, It’s Exactly What You’d Expect

Alaïa has officially entered the denim chat, and naturally, it’s doing so on its own terms. After a year in development, the house’s first-ever jeans collection lands with six sharply defined silhouettes—round, bootcut, fit and flare, palazzo, skinny, and straight—all crafted in Japan with an almost obsessive attention to detail. Think rope-dyed indigo for depth and longevity, paired with a mix of hand-washing, over-dyeing, shaving, and laser treatments that balance technical precision with the sculptural quality Alaïa is known for. Priced between $1,100 and $1,500, the collection is available from April 7 across Alaïa boutiques, online, and via select global retailers. The verdict? Clean, considered, and quietly confident—exactly how Alaïa would do denim.

The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Apr. 4 – 10)

Zendaya x On Enters Its Cinematic Era With First Co-Created Collection

Stefano Gabbana Steps Down as Dolce & Gabbana Chairman

Dior Heads to LACMA for Jonathan Anderson’s Cruise 2027 Debut

JENNIE Named Ray-Ban’s New Global Ambassador

Alaïa Finally Drops Denim—And Yes, It’s Exactly What You’d Expect

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The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Apr. 4 – 10) 