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The Week In Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (May 16 – 22)

BYMille Team

May 22, 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 May 16 to 22 2026, served up in bite-sized pieces so you can catch up fast…

Aimé Leon Dore Officially Landed in Dubai Through New Ounass Stage

Aimé Leon Dore is finally making its regional debut through a new takeover at Ounass’ newly launched Ounass Stage concept in Dubai. Opening May 23, the immersive retail space brings the New York label’s distinct universe to the city with curated vintage pieces, a Tyrrell Winston sculpture, the brand’s iconic Porsche 911SC, and Café Leon Dore complete with its signature La Marzocco espresso machine seen in ALD’s global flagships. Founded by Teddy Santis, the label has built a cult following for blending classic New York references with contemporary streetwear and elevated craftsmanship, making this multi-month Dubai takeover feel less like a simple store opening and more like a full cultural import.

Bad Bunny Just Dropped a 150-Piece Zara Collection

Bad Bunny has officially teamed up with Zara for “BENITO ANTONIO,” a 150-piece collection rooted in the Puerto Rican star’s personal style and creative universe. Quietly teased for months through custom looks worn during his historic Super Bowl Halftime show performance and recent Met Gala appearance, the collection was developed alongside longtime creative director Janthony Oliveras and blends oversized essentials, sharp tailoring, textured separates, and bold graphics. Shot in Puerto Rico by STILLZ with visuals inspired by everyday island infrastructure, the campaign places Puerto Rican identity firmly at the center of the project. The collection officially launched on May 21 online and at select Zara stores worldwide.

aespa’s Karina Fronts Gentle Monster’s Surreal New “Veggie” Campaign

aespa’s Karina is the face of Gentle Monster’s latest collection, “Veggie,” a surreal new eyewear drop that leans fully into the label’s signature weirdness. Set in a bizarre, dreamlike field filled with giant vegetables, the campaign follows the K-pop star lounging in the grass, balancing on sheep, and casually eating tomatoes while modeling the collection’s sculptural folding frames. The 10-piece lineup features playful designs inspired by botanical forms, including thorn-like temple arms, pepper-shaped lenses, and vine detailing, all packaged with collectible plush “Veggiemon” keychains shaped like tiny vegetables. The collection launches globally on June 5, with immersive pop-ups set to open in cities including Seoul, Tokyo, Bangkok, Shanghai, and Los Angeles.

Apple Martin Fronts Chloé’s Dreamy New Summer Campaign

Apple Martin is stepping further into fashion territory as the face of Chloé’s new “Chloé à la Plage” campaign, photographed by David Sims. Shot against surreal beachscapes filled with oversized shells, sun-bleached sand, and hazy blue skies, the campaign captures Martin drifting through what the brand describes as a “summer reverie,” wearing airy broderie anglaise dresses, flowing silhouettes, and playful accessories pulled from the latest collection. Creative director Chemena Kamali describes the campaign as an ode to the “poetry of summer,” with Martin’s soft, free-spirited presence perfectly matching the collection’s dreamy, barefoot energy. The Chloé à la Plage 2026 collection is available now online, in boutiques, and across select summer destinations worldwide.

Miu Miu Reworks Vintage Classics for Its Latest Upcycled Collection

Suki Waterhouse stars in Miu Miu’s latest Upcycled campaign, a project that reworks vintage clothing into one-of-a-kind pieces blending nostalgia with reinvention. Centered around wardrobe staples like white cotton shirts and khaki chinos, the collection transforms sourced vintage garments through exaggerated silhouettes, crystal embroidery, leather trims, ribbons, and reconstructed tailoring that turns trousers into jackets, skirts, and bustiers. Shot in a stripped-back studio setting dominated by Miu Miu’s signature blue and khaki palette, the campaign places Waterhouse at the center of the label’s ongoing fascination with vintage fashion, individuality, and clothes that already carry a history. First unveiled during Miu Miu Jazz Club in Tokyo earlier this month, the Upcycled 2026 collection is now available in selected stores worldwide.

Mango Heir Jonathan Andic Arrested Over Father’s Death

Jonathan Andic, the son of late Isak Andic, has reportedly been arrested by Barcelona police on suspicion of murdering his father months after the fashion billionaire’s death was initially ruled an accident. According to reports, Isak Andic died in December 2024 after falling roughly 328 feet during a family hike in the Montserrat mountains near Barcelona, with Jonathan allegedly being the only relative present at the time of the fall. The 45-year-old, who has repeatedly denied wrongdoing and described the incident as a tragic accident, was questioned by Catalonian authorities before appearing in court in handcuffs, where bail was set at €1 million. Following his release, he is reportedly barred from leaving the region and must check in with the court weekly. Isak Andic co-founded Mango in 1984, turning the label into one of the world’s largest fast-fashion brands with an estimated fortune of $4 billion at the time of his death.

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