Kensington Palace realise further details of Princess Diana’s exhibition, which will take place next year. "The Princess’s relationship with her favourite designers will also be explored through a display of some of their original fashion sketches, created for her during the design process." Read a press realise. One of the most famous pieces includes the Victor Edelstein velvet gown which she wore at the white house when she famously danced with John Travolta. "Diana, Princess of Wales, was one of the most photographed women in the world, and every fashion choice she made was closely scrutinised. Our exhibition explores the story of a young woman who had to quickly learn the rules of royal and diplomatic dressing, who in the process put the spotlight on the British fashion industry and designers.," said Eleri Lynn, curator of the exhibition. The exhibition, Diana: Her fashion Story opens February 2017.
Michele Obama just graced the front cover of American Vogue December issue. In the interview she discuss’s everything about being the First Lady to how she feels about leaving the White House. Obama explains leaving the White House for the family is bitter sweet, but she thinks its time after 8 years. “The nature of living in the White House is isolating. And I think Barack and I — because we're kind of stubborn — we've maintained some normalcy, mostly because of the age of our kids.” Says Obama, although she admits she is going to miss it.
Ralph Lauren is to be honoured with the Outstanding Achievement award at the Fashion awards. The designer who founded the label in 1967 is to be honoured “for his invaluable contribution to the fashion industry”. “Ralph Lauren is an exemplary designer and businessman. He has helped to define an era in both American and global fashion with his singular vision; I know that most of us would say he has inspired us immeasurably." Ralph Lauren will follow in the footsteps of recent recipients Karl Lagerfeld, Anna Wintour, Terry and Tricia Jones, and Manolo Blahnik.