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 Jan. 11 to Jan. 17, served up in bite-sized pieces so you can catch up fast…
Proenza Schouler Founders Exit the Brand
Proenza Schouler founders Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez have announced their departure as creative directors of the brand they launched 22 years ago, effective Jan. 31. While they will remain minority shareholders and board members, their decision marks a significant shift, as they work with CEO Shira Suveyke Snyder to identify a new creative lead. Their exit has fueled speculation that the duo might replace Jonathan Anderson at Loewe, amid ongoing rumors that Anderson could move to Dior—though no confirmations have been made. In a statement, Hernandez said the decision felt right to step back from day-to-day leadership and embrace new challenges, with McCollough adding that the move was carefully considered and aligns with their stage in life. Proenza Schouler has not disclosed the reasons behind their departure.
Jameel Mohammed Wins Inaugural Tiffany & Co. x CFDA Jewelry Designer Award
Tiffany & Co. and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) have announced Jameel Mohammed as the recipient of the inaugural Tiffany & Co. x CFDA Jewelry Designer Award. This award honors American jewelry designers dedicated to promoting inclusivity in the design industry. Mohammed will receive $50,000 and a one-year paid fellowship with Tiffany & Co.’s design department. The program ran from October 2024 to January 2025, featuring 10 participants selected by a committee who designed final presentations inspired by Tiffany’s heritage. Over four months, participants engaged in mentoring sessions, lectures on jewelry trends, sustainability, and gemstones, and tours of Tiffany’s design facilities.
Loewe Announces 2025 “Crafted World” Tokyo Exhibition
LOEWE is set to bring its first major brand exhibition, Crafted World, to Tokyo in Spring 2025 following its successful debut in Shanghai last year. Spanning 179 years of the brand’s history, the exhibit will feature original pieces from the LOEWE archive and recent collections designed by Jonathan Anderson, offering a deep dive into the brand’s heritage, story, and its extensive universe of collaborators. In a statement to WWD, Loewe described the exhibition as a journey that transports visitors from the sights and sounds of Spain to the front row of Paris runways, with interactive rooms inspired by visionary collaborations such as Studio Ghibli and Kyoto’s ceramics studio Suna Fujita. Open from March 29 to May 11, the showcase will be free to the public with reservations required.
Lisa’s First Louis Vuitton Campaign Is Here

Louis Vuitton’s Spring/Summer 2025 campaign stars Lisa and Saoirse Ronan, photographed by the iconic Steven Meisel. Lisa, who joined the LV ambassador roster last summer alongside J-Hope, Sophie Turner, and Zendaya, effortlessly showcases Nicolas Ghesquière’s collection, which mixes historical styles with a modern twist. The collection features lightweight blouson jackets, puffed sleeves, and crisp cottons perfect for layering over a bikini, slip dress, or star top. The campaign also highlights three of Grasso’s Studies Into the Past artworks, which appeared on the runway in October at the Cour Carrée, setting the scene with their bold and timeless landscapes.
Dior’s Pre-Fall 2025 Collection to Debut at Kyoto’s Historic Tō-ji Temple
Dior’s annual pre-fall collection, designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri, is set to debut on April 15 in the garden of Kyoto’s historic Tō-ji Temple, according to reports from WWD. Following stops in Seoul, Mumbai, and New York City, this year’s show will take place at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its five-storied pagoda. Founded in 796, Tō-ji was one of two guardian temples at Kyoto’s main entrance when it served as Japan’s imperial capital
Balenciaga Launches Video Game to Celebrate the Year of the Snake
Balenciaga is kicking off the New Year of the Snake with a tech-meets-fashion twist: the Balenciaga Snake Game. This interactive release breathes new life into the nostalgic retro game, reimagined for today’s smartphone-savvy audience. Blending tradition with innovation, the game is accessible via digital platforms and QR codes in select stores, making it as sleek and modern as Balenciaga’s collections. Top players in each region will unlock exclusive rewards, including limited-edition handheld consoles and collectible keychains—an ode to the timeless appeal of retro gaming. As tech and fashion continue to intertwine, Balenciaga joins a growing trend of brands merging digital experiences with luxury, proving once again that they’re at the forefront of cultural innovation. Ready to play? Compete now at snakegame.balenciaga.com.