Christian Siriano's New York Fashion Week spring 2026 collection transformed the Macy's Herald Square department store into a cinematic universe, featuring black-and-white gowns and full Technicolor looks. The VIP guestlist was straight out of Hollywood, with celebrities like Oprah, Lizzo, and Coco Rocha in attendance. The collection drew inspiration from Marlene Dietrich's style, blending feminine and masculine elements. Siriano showcased a range of textures, including plaid sequin, polka dot, and stripes, before transitioning to full color.
G Flip, a 31-year-old musician from Melbourne, has opened up about starting a family with Chrishell Stause. In an interview, G Flip discussed their struggles in the US music industry and the release of a powerful new album. Despite achieving ARIA award success, G Flip has found it challenging to make it in the US market. However, they have expressed their commitment to always calling Australia home.
Hollyland's WeConnect 2025 event celebrated global creativity and cultural exchange with a festive finale. The initiative, which aimed to connect cultural inspiration with skill development, expanded participants' creative toolkits and integrated technological tools. The Sound Museum was a highlight, where attendees shared auditory impressions from their daily lives, languages, and emotions, resulting in 5044 contributions. The project became a collective "Hörbrücke" (listening bridge), connecting cultures through shared sounds and emphasizing the core theme of cultural integration. The Hello World project visualized this vision, with participants creating works under the motto "A fresh perspective on the familiar." The Theme Song Lab made viewers co-creators, with users creating music that embodied culture and regional connections. The initiative received over 11,000 likes and 500 heartfelt comments.
Indonesia's Economic Growth Minister notes that the Creative Industry can drive economic growth. IDW 2025, a series of innovative activities, helps strengthen the capacity of creators and boost competitiveness in product design, architecture, and lifestyle. The event features exhibitions, workshops, talk shows, product launches, and networking sessions. Government and private sector support allows designers to collaborate, expand market access, and promote impactful innovation. IDW 2025 provides a platform for creators to present innovative works, strengthen their capacity, and broaden their networks.
Sam Smith, a music artist using they/them pronouns, attended the 72 Magazine launch event in New York with their longtime partner Christian Cowan. Smith wore a full-length black gown and matching shawl to the event, which was also attended by 72 Magazine founder Edward Enninful. Christian shared images from the event on Instagram, including one with Enninful, and congratulated him via an Instagram Stories post. Sam and Christian have been together for nearly three years, making their red carpet debut at the Met Gala in May 2024.
The UAE's first ever Iran Fest attracted thousands of expats to celebrate Iranian culture, music and heritage. Renowned performers like Homayoun Shajarian, Karzan Qasemi and Ali Ghamsari took to the stage at Jashan Iran in Dubai Exhibition Center (DEC). The event featured strains of Iranian music and traditional drums, filling the air with a colourful celebration. For many Iranians living in the UAE for decades, it was a proud moment to see their culture being celebrated at such a large scale.
The Vatican is preparing to host the first-ever pop concert in St. Peter's Square on Saturday, directed by American singer Pharrell Williams and celebrated Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli. The concert will feature a mix of Nobel Prize winners, including Geoffrey Hinton ("the Godfather of AI") and physicist Max Tegmark. The event will also include discussions on the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI), with speakers such as Jimena Sofía Viveros Álvarez, a leading voice for ethical AI.
Adobe has raised its fiscal 2025 revenue and profit forecasts, driven by strong demand for its design software. The San Jose, California-based company's shares rose 3% in extended trading after the announcement. Adobe's design software, including Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat, and Illustrator, are widely used by enterprises, students, and creative professionals. New users and subscribers joining the Adobe ecosystem are the primary drivers of growth, according to CFO Dan Durn.
Dylan Mulvaney, a 28-year-old actress and trans influencer, is promoting her upcoming off-Broadway debut in "The Least Problematic Woman in the World" at the Lucille Lortel Theatre in New York City. Mulvaney, who previously performed in the Broadway musical "Book of Mormon", took to her Instagram Story to share a bright-eyed and smiling selfie showcasing her outfit, which featured a baby pink crop top with cursive lettering. At a photo call event at So & So's in New York City, Mulvaney posed alongside a poster board promoting the Tim Jackson-directed play. Jackson previously worked with Mulvaney on her one-woman play, which had a world premiere in Edinburgh.