Jil Sander Creative Directors Step Down & Dsquared2 Celebrates 30 Years in This Week’s Top Fashion News

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 hoppa—showcased the brand’s signature mix of streetwear and high fashion. The collection itself was a tribute to the brand’s past, with references to their iconic pieces and a mix of bold prints, textures, and silhouettes. The show ended with a surprise performance by Justin Timberlake, who sang his hit song “SexyBack” while models danced and strutted down the runway.

In this week’s top fashion news: runway shows pay tribute to beloved designers, brands expand overseas, and outdoor gear and shapewear reach new heights.

At Milan Fashion Week, Jil Sander’s creative directors Lucie and Luke Meier bid farewell with a subdued collection, while Dsquared2 celebrated their 30th anniversary with a star-studded extravaganza. Meanwhile, Bottega Veneta skipped the season to unveil their new headquarters in a historic Milan landmark. In other news, the outdoor gear segment continues to thrive as Amer Sports, the parent company of Arc’teryx, reports strong growth. On the other end of the spectrum, Calvin Klein makes a move in the growing shapewear market with a new collection focused on solution-oriented undergarments. And in global expansion news, Dries Van Noten and BEAMS both make moves with physical retail initiatives.

Jil Sander’s Final Show Leaves Audience Speechless

Unbeknownst to the audience, Jil Sander’s Fall/Winter 2025 show in Milan was the last collection designed by creative directors Lucie and Luke Meier. Shortly after the show, the brand announced their departure in a press release, thanking the couple for their eight years at the helm of the luxury label. The Meiers’ minimalist aesthetic and gender-fluid designs have left a lasting impact on the brand, and their departure marks the end of an era.

Dsquared2 Celebrates 30 Years with Star-Studded Show

Dean and Dan Caten, the twin founders of Dsquared2, pulled out all the stops for their 30th anniversary show at Milan Fashion Week. The runway was transformed into a nightclub, complete with a multi-story building set and a surprise performance by Justin Timberlake. The collection paid homage to the brand’s past with bold prints, textures, and silhouettes, and featured a star-studded cast including Naomi Campbell and Irina Shayk.

Outdoor Gear and Shapewear Continue to Thrive

While fashion trends come and go, the outdoor gear and shapewear segments show no signs of slowing down. Amer Sports, the parent company of popular outdoor brand Arc’teryx, reported healthy growth, while Calvin Klein released a new collection focused on solution-oriented shapewear. These segments are proving to be lucrative for brands and are expected to continue to grow in the coming years.

Dries Van Noten and BEAMS Expand Globally

Antwerp-label Dries Van Noten and Tokyo label BEAMS are both making moves to expand their global presence with physical retail initiatives. As the fashion industry becomes increasingly globalized, these brands are taking advantage of the opportunity to reach new markets and connect with customers in person.

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