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Before Nightfall by An Le

on July 19, 2013

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Behind the Kilt: The Untold History of Highland Garments

It is widely believed that Scottish Highlanders traditionally wore nothing beneath their kilts. Even today, some continue the practice during festivals, whether to amuse spectators, shock the crowd, or simply express their rebellious spirit. Modern photographs often capture protesters baring their backsides as a gesture of defiance. During the referendum on Scottish independence from the United Kingdom on 18 September 2014, for example, a number of Scottish nationalists famously cast their votes after lifting their kilts. In earlier centuries, however, the custom had a far more practical purpose. Life in the Highlands was harsh and often dangerous, making unrestricted movement a necessity. Yet ancient historians writing in the first century BC mention a garment known as the bracae , worn by the Celts, the ancestors of the Scots. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary describes bracae as loose-fitting woollen or leather trousers, fastened at the waist and around the ankles. Another impo...

Dior FW26 Haute Couture: From Soil to Haute Couture: How Gardening Changed Dior

Six stunning Erdem dresses

Erdem Moralıoğlu takes inspiration from the floral-patterned furnishings at Chatsworth stately home to create the ornate pattern on this silver crinkled-satin gown. matchesfashion.com, Erdem Moralioglu’s signature florals—English, slightly moody, and always romantic—return with artful allure for Resort. Find them rendered in shades inspired by those of 18th-century Dutch still lifes—a nod to ‘50s-era society florist Constance Spry (they were her favorite).This gown has a sleek, draped silhouette decorated with the label's signature florals finished with a metallic sheen. Style yours with a jeweled clutch and pumps for an elegant evening look. matchesfashion.com, If your events calendar calls for something that exudes effortless glamour, Erdem's gold gown ticks all the right boxes. Not content with covering the chiffon in sequins, he's also embellished at the neckline and cuffs with crystals. Gathering around the waist adds fullness through the skirt, which in turn ensur...

Rose Dior Bagatelle collection by Victoirede Castellane in white gold and diamonds

Get up close with some of the splendid #DiorSavoirFaire of the Rose Dior Bagatelle collection by Victoirede Castellane in white gold and diamonds. The detailed sketches produced by the design studio provide the artisans in the atelier with blueprints for how to proceed. The naturalism of their delicate flowers and twisting, thorny stems gives each piece an almost fairytale quality. Stay tuned for the video offering an insight into the techniques and virtuosity that the making of this #DiorJoaillerie collection requires. by PolBaril Uncover some of the #DiorSavoirFaire that goes into creating each piece from the ‘Rose Dior Bagatelle’ collection by @VictoiredeCastellane. These precious interpretations of Monsieur Dior’s favorite flower are worked up as precise, to-scale sketches in the studio, which then serve as a guide for the artisans in the atelier who shape, chase and polish each piece in white gold. The sinuous stems and lush blooms are then drilled and set with tiny twinkli...

MUST-HAVE: Craftsmanship is at the heart of Clio Peppiatt’s collections, thanks to the intricate embroidery techniques

Craftsmanship is at the heart of Clio Peppiatt’s collections, thanks to the intricate embroidery techniques the designer learned from her grandmother. The London-based brand creates modern yet romantic pieces with hand-beaded embellishments and standout prints. net-a-porter.com Clio Peppiatt was taught to embroider by her grandmother, sparking a life-long passion for artisanal craftsmanship that's clear to see in each of her designs. Made from twill, this treasure-forever tote is hand-stitched and hand-embellished with pearl-tipped seashells and etched flowers for an ethereal feel. Keep your wedding scent inside for touch-ups throughout the day and a handkerchief to wipe away happy tears. net-a-porter.com net-a-porter.com Clio Peppiatt's dresses are like canvases for her intricate beading - each one tells an enchanting story. Made from stretch-mesh, this design has been embellished by hand to resemble a magical night sky. The twinkling decorations make it feel incredibly wei...

CHANEL FW26-27 COUTURE: Out of the Jewelry Box: Inside Chanel’s Living Fairytale FW26 Collection

The Chanel Fall/Winter 2026–2027 Haute Couture collection was a truly triumphant fairytale of Paris Haute Couture Week. This marks the second couture collection by Franco-Belgian designer Matthieu Blazy as the creative director of the fashion house. Blazy, who took the helm at Chanel in 2025, presented a collection under the intriguing title "Gaby and the Beanstalk," transforming the Grand Palais into an enchanted, mystical garden filled with giant, intertwining green vines.

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