A new year means a fresh batch of fashion news from the January style set.
Whether you’re looking to set your sartorial intentions for the better, or make your wardrobe work harder in 2025, there’s inspiration to be found in the January fashion news offerings.
From lifetime achievement awards at legacy fashion houses to seasonal hits to add to your summer rotation, these are moments to make note of for the year ahead.
Ralph Lauren Honoured With Presidential Medal
As Joe Biden prepares to stand down as president of the United States, he’s spent his last month in office bestowing individuals who’ve made exemplary contributions to the country through their lifetime.
One such honour has been bestowed upon Ralph Lauren, who received the Presidential medal of Freedom from President Biden on January 4.
The award recognised the designer’s illustrious career, highlighting his transformative influence and impact on American culture and society, both locally and globally.
The esteemed award is the first of its kind offered to a fashion designer, with Lauren joining previous recipients such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Maya Angelou and Simone Biles.
Swarovski Welcomes Year Of The Snake
Heritage jewellery house Swarovski has unveiled its latest collection as it prepares to usher in the Year of the Snake.
The new release heralds the start of celebrations for the brand’s 130 Years of Joy and features creative interpretations of the house’s signature swan, alongside serpentine jewellery and a playful nod to prosperity in the form of new crystal figurines.
Each piece in the new collection is crafted with Swarovski’s signature savoir-faire, including the standout gold-tone plated pendant designed to reference the serpentine symbol of vitality and rebirth in the Chinese Zodiac.
Featuring a coiled snake adorned with an array of Swarovski Zirconia wrapped around a single Swarovski crystal pearl, the snake necklace is a striking addition to the joyful new release.
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