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The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Feb. 14 – 20) 

BYMille Team

February 20, 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 Feb. 14 to Feb. 20, 2026, served up in bite-sized pieces so you can catch up fast…

Coach Taps Elyanna for Middle East–Exclusive Spring 2026 Campaign

Coach has unveiled “Express Your Many Sides,” a new Spring 2026 campaign chapter starring boundary-pushing Palestinian-Chilean singer-songwriter Elyanna, marking the continuation of their ongoing partnership and debuting exclusively in the Middle East from February 16. Centered on fluid self-expression, the campaign follows the artist as she explores the multiple facets of her identity through music, movement, and personal style, positioning the Tabby 26 bag in maple as a symbol of authenticity and confidence across life’s moments. Elyanna, who notes her alignment with the brand’s values, also confirmed she was able to donate again to the World Food Programme through the collaboration.

A$AP Rocky Enlists Nas for Nostalgic Ray-Ban Campaign

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Marking one year as Ray-Ban’s first-ever Creative Director, A$AP Rocky has unveiled his debut metal-framed eyewear collection through a nostalgic short film featuring rap icon Nas. The lineup introduces Rocky’s first optical designs for the brand, spotlighting slim, vintage-inspired wire frames and rimless styles reminiscent of 1990s silhouettes, from soft ovals to narrow rectangles, all rendered in sleek metallic finishes. Emphasizing understated luxury over chunky statement pieces, the collection also includes ultra-minimal rimless options in gold tones and a limited, wraparound model described as “unapologetically futuristic.” Each style will be available in both prescription and sun versions with brown or black lenses. The release follows a busy season for Rocky, coming on the heels of his AWGE show at New York Fashion Week and the launch of his PAVE NITEO jewelry line, and will drop via Ray-Ban’s online store and select retail locations.

Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez Debut First Loewe Campaign for SS26

Loewe has unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 campaign, the first from new co–creative directors Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, signaling a clear shift for the Spanish house post–Jonathan Anderson. Shot by Talia Chetrit, the visuals oscillate between harsh daylight and steamy nocturnal scenes, amplifying sculptural silhouettes, glossy skin, and damp textures to create a mood that feels sensual, tactile, and quietly charged. A cast of rising actors — including Talia Ryder, Isla Johnston, Chen Duling, True Whitaker, and Beau Gadsdon — strike dynamic, almost choreographed poses that foreground the body-garment interplay. Standout pieces range from heat-sealed leather jackets and shredded leather jeans to fluid, color-saturated dresses, alongside statement accessories like the slouchy Amazona 180 anniversary bag and glossy aqua shoes. The campaign debuted in Loewe’s quarterly magazine on Feb. 19, with the full SS26 collection landing in boutiques and online globally on February 26.

eBay Buys Gen-Z Favorite Depop for $1.2 Billion

eBay is snapping up secondhand fashion app Depop from Etsy in a $1.2 billion all-cash deal, aiming to win over a younger, style-savvy audience in the booming resale market. Announced Wednesday, the acquisition marks Depop’s second ownership change in five years after Etsy bought the platform in 2021 for $1.6 billion. Known for its Gen Z–driven marketplace for vintage and streetwear, Depop will complement eBay’s broader pre-owned ecosystem — which spans everything from tech to car parts — while helping the 30-year-old company sharpen its fashion credentials. Depop CEO Peter Semple framed the move as a growth accelerator, citing eBay’s experience in consumer-to-consumer commerce and shared sustainability goals. The deal is expected to close in Q2 2026 and could significantly boost eBay’s used clothing sales, as Depop remains one of the fastest-growing resale platforms in the U.S.

Pierpaolo Piccioli’s First Balenciaga Campaign Signals a Softer New Era

Balenciaga has unveiled “Heart and Body,” the first campaign under Creative Director Pierpaolo Piccioli, marking a notable shift away from the house’s hyper-constructed personas toward a more human, emotionally driven vision. Shot by David Sims and set inside a Parisian artist’s atelier, the visuals introduce Piccioli’s debut collections — Summer 2026: The Heartbeat and Fall 2026: Body and Being — through a cast of ambassadors and cultural figures including Harris Dickinson, Winona Ryder, Roh Yoonseo, Labrinth, Danielle Deadwyler, Havana Rose Liu, Mona Tougaard, and Loli Bahia. Emphasizing identity, sensitivity, and freedom, the campaign frames clothing as something that supports rather than dominates the wearer, pairing classic Balenciaga techniques with softer silhouettes. Released globally on Feeb. 17, the campaign also coincides with the Summer 2026 collection now available in select boutiques and online.

Bil Arabi Marks 20 Years with a Collaboration With Saja Kilani

Celebrating two decades of redefining Arab self-expression, Nadine Kanso’s jewelry brand Bil Arabi is marking its 20th anniversary with a collaboration featuring Jordanian actress, poet, and activist Saja Kilani, widely recognized for her role in Kaouther Ben Hania’s The Voice of Hind Rajab. Rooted in the brand’s founding belief that Arabic is more than a language, the partnership centers on a spoken-word piece by Kilani that honors the emotional and historical weight carried within Arabic names, letters, and everyday speech. The collaboration reflects Bil Arabi’s long-standing mission to transform words into wearable symbols of pride, positioning its jewelry not merely as adornment but as an intimate expression of identity at a moment when Arab voices are resonating globally.

EU Investigates Shein Over “Addictive” Design and Illegal Products

The European Union has launched a formal investigation into fast-fashion giant Shein over concerns that the platform’s design may be intentionally addictive and insufficiently transparent about how its recommendation algorithms work. Regulators also allege the company may be selling illegal or unsafe products, potentially breaching the EU’s Digital Services Act, which obliges online platforms to police harmful or unlawful content and ensure greater accountability. The probe marks a significant escalation in scrutiny of ultra-fast-fashion retailers operating in Europe and could force Shein to overhaul key aspects of its app and marketplace practices if violations are confirmed.

The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Feb. 14 – 20)

Coach Taps Elyanna for Middle East–Exclusive Spring 2026 Campaign

A$AP Rocky Enlists Nas for Nostalgic Ray-Ban Campaign

Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez Debut First Loewe Campaign for SS26

eBay Buys Gen-Z Favorite Depop for $1.2 Billion

Pierpaolo Piccioli’s First Balenciaga Campaign Signals a Softer New Era

Bil Arabi Marks 20 Years with a Collaboration With Saja Kilani

EU Investigates Shein Over “Addictive” Design and Illegal Products

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The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Feb. 14 – 20) 