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Week in Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Nov. 29 – Dec. 5)

BYMille Team

December 5, 2025

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 November 29 to December 5, 2025 served up in bite-sized pieces so you can catch up fast…

A.P.C Opens First UAE Flagship

A.P.C. has officially landed in the UAE, opening its first boutique at The Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue—a clean, minimalist space designed by Laurent Deroo Architects that brings the Parisian label’s understated world to life. Founded in 1987 by Jean Touitou, A.P.C. built its cult following on quiet luxury long before the term was hijacked by TikTok: impeccably cut jeans, unfussy silhouettes, and accessories that age with you instead of shouting for attention. The new boutique stays true to that ethos, stocking the full men’s and women’s collections alongside the brand’s signature bags, all displayed in a warm, wood-lined interior that mirrors the brand’s simplicity and restraint. “A.P.C.’s launch in the UAE marks a significant milestone,” said Hisham Bedier, Managing Director of Beside, noting how the partnership aligns with shared values around authenticity, transparency, and sustainability.

Prada Acquires Versace For $1.4 Billion

The Prada Group finalized its $1.375 billion USD cash acquisition of Versace, bringing the house of maximalist glamour under the same roof as Prada’s cerebral minimalism and Miu Miu’s youth-driven eccentricity. The deal, years in the making, materialized only after the rival French plan to sell Capri Holdings to Tapestry collapsed under antitrust scrutiny. For Prada, it marked the culmination of a long-held ambition; for Versace, it signaled a chance to recover from the financial instability it faced under Capri Holdings. Donatella Versace publicly blessed the moment with an emotional Instagram tribute to her late brother Gianni, sharing a vintage photo of him with Miuccia Prada and writing, “Today is your day and the day Versace joins the Prada family. I am thinking of the smile you would have had on your face.”

Dario Vitale Exists Versace After One Season

In other Versace news, Dario Vitale is set to leave Versace on 12 December as the house enters its most dramatic overhaul since Gianni Versace’s passing. His exit follows Prada Group’s $1.25 billion acquisition of the brand, marking both a new era for Versace and an abrupt end to Vitale’s brief but widely praised tenure. The Neapolitan designer, who spent over 14 years at Miu Miu before becoming the first non-family member to succeed Donatella Versace, was appointed in April—just weeks before news of the Prada deal broke—fueling early speculation about how he would fit into the brand’s future under new ownership.

Chanel Taps A$AP Rocky As Newest Brand Ambassador

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A$AP Rocky and Chanel have officially taken their long-growing relationship to the next level, with the rapper and style icon now named an ambassador for the house. The move cements Rocky’s role as one of fashion’s most influential figures, his blend of streetwear edge and polished luxury aligning seamlessly with Chanel’s evolving cultural reach. In a statement, Chanel praised him as a musician, actor, father, and friend who brings heart and intention to everything he does, while Rocky expressed his excitement to join the house and admiration for its forward-moving vision.

AAPE Drops Exclusive Capsule for UAE National Day

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AAPE — the little sister of *A BATHING APE® — marked UAE National Day with a limited-edition drop of tees and hoodies that folded Emirati culture into the brand’s streetwear DNA. Fresh off collaborations with Chibi Maruko-Chan and NOMANUAL®, the brand turned its attention to the Gulf with pieces built around its signature MOONFACE logo, reimagined in metallic gold and paired with red and green Arabic calligraphy across black and white silhouettes. The collection stayed tight and wearable: long- and short-sleeve T-shirts stamped with the same gold emblem and Arabic slogan, plus a clean white cap to round it out. To celebrate the launch, AAPE took over Concrete at Alserkal Avenue, drawing in locals with food, music, and performances. The full UAE National Day lineup was made available online and in stores at Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates.

Louis Vuitton Unveils Dog Accessories for 2026

Louis Vuitton is expanding its canine luxury universe with a new 2026 chapter of its Dog Accessories Collection, with Pharrell Williams once again bringing his playful, travel-inspired vision to the line. The new pieces feel less like “pet gear” and more like miniature Vuitton: travel staples reimagined for four-legged companions, from the Speedy Pet Trunk and a kennel that doubles as living-room art, to the cheekily named Neverwoof and a monogrammed Pet Backpack. Even the extras go beyond novelty — think an LV dog beret, a leather-wrapped water bowl, and walk essentials redesigned with real traction and comfort, all echoing the brand’s century-old pet heritage. Owners can now match their dogs with crossbody thermos holders, bone-shaped Monogram trunks, and a hands-free leash that actually looks chic. And because this is Vuitton, personalization is part of the fantasy: collars and leashes can be hot-stamped with your dog’s name, turning the whole collection into a tongue-in-cheek flex for the fashion crowd and their very spoiled sidekicks.

Week in Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Nov. 29 – Dec. 5)

A.P.C Opens First UAE Flagship

Prada Acquires Versace For $1.4 Billion

Dario Vitale Exists Versace After One Season

Chanel Taps A$AP Rocky As Newest Brand Ambassador

AAPE Drops Exclusive Capsule for UAE National Day

Louis Vuitton Unveils Dog Accessories for 2026

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Week in Chic: All the Fashion News You Might Have Missed (Nov. 29 – Dec. 5)

A.P.C Opens First UAE Flagship

Prada Acquires Versace For $1.4 Billion

Dario Vitale Exists Versace After One Season

Chanel Taps A$AP Rocky As Newest Brand Ambassador

AAPE Drops Exclusive Capsule for UAE National Day

Louis Vuitton Unveils Dog Accessories for 2026

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