Initially launched last fall, Ross teamed with Edition22 on the RR22 collection, as the brand focuses on “precision-built bags” offered in vibrant colors and limited-edition runs. Edition22 is pushing further into the U.S. market with an appearance at Runway 7 at Sony Hall in September, while Bugatti debuts its latest collection spanning apparel, accessories, auto-inspired gear and more.
(Rick Ross for RR22/Courtesy of Rick Ross)
The double-header event puts the hip-hop heavyweight’s taste for the finer things squarely in the spotlight, as “Ricky Rozay” showcases his wares alongside the hypercar brand in an event positioned at “the intersection of where “European craftsmanship meets modern American style,” RR22 and Bugatti said.
Across apparel, hats, cardholders, duffle bags and handsome leather goods in vivid colors, RR22 “brings a bold, contemporary approach to fashion and accessories,” approved by Ross himself, the brand noted.
(teNeues)
Ross is staying busy ahead of “Fashion Month,” with a new album Set In Stone and its accompanying “Port of Miami” 20th anniversary tour on the road now through October, featuring opening acts including Ludacris.
At the time of the Rick Ross RR22 Collection debut, Edition22 said the collaborative designs “came together around one shared belief: That what you carry is as important as where you’re going.” And for a rapper with a famously jet-set lifestyle, the hits to prove it and wild rides in his garage (like a Louis Vuitton-leather seat tank), the offering makes perfect sense. Ross’ 100-room mansion and stunning sneaker collection also prove Ross knows his luxury goods.
(Rick Ross/Courtesy of LiveNation)
And yet, the RR22 collection is surprisingly affordable. Priced starting at $22.50 for a leather cardholder and crafted in signature colors like Drift Blue and a sleek black with RR22 embossed detailing, the Rick Ross collection offers “bold, impactful design,” the company said, not unlike Bugatti’s fleet of hypercars and sleek, auto-inspired fashion to match. Look for more from both brands on the runway at NYFW.
Sydney Sweeney‘s got a sweet tooth. Ahead of the actress and Syrn founder’s 29th birthday on September 12, she’s dropped a 90-second, vintage-style video of a seriously sensual birthday cake bake.
“Celebrate my birthday month with my newest @syrn collection 🎂,” she wrote on Instagram while teasing a forthcoming “Birthday Boobs” collection.
Lacy bras, garters, and other staples from the Jeff Bezos-backed lingerie brand cover Sweeney as she pulls and preps ingredients and sets a table with several small cakes, crawling across the top and tasting the confectionary creations before a grand three-layer centerpiece appears for Sweeney to sit atop of.
More campaign images depict Sweeney modeling sets in a 1970s-era kitchen, using milk bottles, rolling pins, frosting pipers, and balloons as props. A carousel of BTS footage from the shoot was posted days later with the caption, “Step into the world of Birthday Boobs.”
The latest drop arrives on September 1, slightly less than two weeks before her actual birthday, and was “inspired by Sydney’s own personal take on romance,” per a press release from the brand. Head to Syrn’s website for more.
Monterey Car Week encompasses The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering; the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion; and, of course, the 75th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, among other events. Needless to say, there’s a hell of a lot going on. JLR—the umbrella company comprising Jaguar, Land Rover, and Range Rover—nevertheless managed to stand out with an array of vehicles spanning the past, present, and even near future, from cutting-edge electric cars and one-off luxury SUVs to some of the most important British classics ever built.
Courtesy JLR
Jaguar provided the biggest glimpse of the future with the North American debut of the Type 01 prototype, the four-door electric GT that will spearhead the company’s bold new direction, presented by dashing Jaguar Managing Director Rawdon Glover. Jaguar also used Car Week to reveal the Type 01’s futuristic four-seat interior in person for the first time. The production car is scheduled for its full unveiling in New York on October 6.
Courtesy JLR
Glover framed Jaguar’s transformation as nothing less than a complete reset. “What Jaguar needed was a complete reinvention, a complete reboot from where it was,” he said. Yet he also argued that radical change is nothing new for a marque that has repeatedly reinvented itself over its 90-year history. “We shouldn’t be following EV trends. We should be carving our own path.”
Courtesy JLR
At more than 16 feet long, the nearly 1,000-hp electric concept is deliberately extravagant, with an impossibly long hood, fastback roofline, 23-inch wheels, and almost none of the visual clutter that has crept into modern performance cars. The proportions might call to mind a traditional front-engined Jaguar GT, but there is very little that’s traditional about the car, from the lack of a conventional rear window to the butterfly doors and horizontal slatted panels.
Courtesy JLR
The interior is no less dramatic. A central “spine” runs the length of the cabin, dividing it into four individual spaces, with brass-inspired finishes, travertine-influenced surfaces, and technology that appears only when needed. Jaguar says the four-seat concept is being brought to production, with Type 01 becoming the first production Jaguar built on the dedicated new Jaguar Electric Architecture.
Courtesy JLR
Performance will be equally out there. Glover says the electric architecture allows Jaguar to “luxuriate with over a thousand horsepower,” but outright speed isn’t the only objective. “Lots of EVs are quick, but not many of them have character. Not many of them have what you might call a soul,” he said. “What we want is a car with drama. We want a car that when it passes you on the road, it really creates an emotional reaction.”
Courtesy JLR
That Type 01 display was balanced by some serious Jaguar history at Pebble Beach. The company assembled a group of important classics that included Steve McQueen’s Jaguar XKSS, one of the most famous Jaguars in existence, and the bespoke XJ-S Cabriolet commissioned for Diana, Princess of Wales. Also on hand was the 1955 Jaguar D-type XKD 507 raced by Briggs Cunningham; and the as-new 1967 Jaguar E-type 4.2 OTS in Primrose Yellow that was once displayed aboard the RMS Queen Elizabeth, making its first appearance in North America.
Courtesy JLR
Coincidentally at the Concours a beautifully preserved 1963 E-type Fixed Head Coupé won the FIVA (International Federation of Historic Vehicles) Postwar Trophy, while the 1950 Jaguar XK120 Don Parkinson Special took home the prestigious Phil Hill Cup. The awards, decided by 150 Honorary, Chief and Class Judges, garnered a standing ovation. It was a fitting result for Jaguar, whose own heritage display just yards away made the marque’s impressive heritage crystal clear.
Courtesy JLR
Range Rover meanwhile used Monterey to show just how far its Bespoke operation can go. The new Range Rover SV Pearl Luster was unveiled at Range Rover House as a genuine one-of-one commission inspired by white abalone pearl found along the California coast. Its White Pearl Gloss exterior is paired with Orchid leather and real mother-of-pearl interior detailing, and a portion of the eventual sale will benefit the Monterey Bay Sanctuary Fund, a local nonprofit created to help protect the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.
Courtesy JLR
The long-wheelbase SV also features the rear-seat Signature Suite with fully reclining seats, and Range Rover House guests were given the first opportunity to register their interest in purchasing the sole example. Introduced by JLR PR and Communications Manager Joseph Stauble, Range Rover Brand Director North America Irene Kakooza was on hand for the unveiling. Describing the white abalone inspiration as having a “natural jewel-like finish” and “iridescent luster,” she called Pearl Luster “a master class of design and craftsmanship.” “The Monterey Peninsula is so beautiful,” Kakooza noted. “It’s been the inspiration for many remarkable Range Rover editions over the years, and this year is no different.”
Courtesy JLR
Range Rover House itself was expanded for 2026 with The Residence at Range Rover House, a new concept that effectively turned an entire boutique hotel in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea into an invitation-only Range Rover enclave for five nights. Guests booking in received accommodations, chauffeured Range Rover transportation, private dining, Bespoke commissioning appointments, and access to The Quail and Pebble Beach Concours. Packages ranged from $27,500 to $31,500 for two people.
Courtesy JLR
One of the most compelling JLR displays connected old and new Range Rovers. JLR Classic spent more than 2,000 hours restoring and customizing a 1993 Range Rover Classic County Edition to match a new Range Rover SV Ultra. Both were finished in Titan Silver, while the Classic received an Orchid White and Cinder Grey interior mirroring its modern counterpart. The two were displayed together at RM Sotheby’s Monterey auction and offered as an exclusive matched pair, where they fetched a record $967,000.
Courtesy JLR
Meanwhile at The Quail, the Defender Dakar D7X-R race car made its U.S. debut. This was the competition Defender derived from the OCTA that had just won the Stock class at the 2026 Dakar Rally on its first attempt. Defender finished first, second and fourth in class, with the three cars scoring 1-2-3 finishes on 10 of the rally’s 13 stages. Historic Heritage Defenders and custom versions were also on display, while guests could get behind the wheel themselves on the Land Rover Experience off-road trails.
Courtesy JLR
But JLR had an even reveal: it used The Quail for the world preview of the new road-legal Defender Dakar. It’s essentially the D7X-R turned back into a street vehicle—based on the OCTA, with the same 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8, but unrestricted to 626 hp, plus 35-inch tires, widened track, Bilstein rally-derived suspension, carbon-fiber body pieces, roof lights, and even a Flight Mode developed to control the Car when it gets airborne. Reservations open in early 2027.
Courtesy JLR
“The big question was, that’s a really cool car. How can I buy one?” Cameron said at the event. The engineering brief that followed was equally straightforward: “Make it like that, but make it road legal.” Even Flight Mode remains: “When you’re in the air, it presets the dampers for when you’re going to land.” Ace American Defender Rally driver Sara Price, who finished second in class and became the first American woman to win a Dakar stage in 2024, was also on hand for a fireside chat about racing one of the world’s most challenging events.
Tom Cruise is dropping the hammer on Days of Thunder 2, a sequel to the classic 1990 NASCAR action movie.
Cruise was joined by co-star Anne Hathaway in a teaser video announcing that Days of Thunder 2 will race into theaters in summer 2028. The two stars pose next to a lime-green NASCAR Next Gen car with “Cole Trickle” printed on the roof above the driver’s seat and the stylized Days of Thunder 2 logo emblazoned across the door.
The supposedly candid clip features some banter between the two actors, as Hathaway—who’s pregnant with her third child with husband Adam Shulman—says, “I’m gonna have this baby and then we’re going to make this movie.”
Cruise responds, “That’s a good idea. You have the baby and then we’ll go make the movie. We’re coming out summer of 2028. Don’t be late.”
Paramount previously tapped Jonathan Levine (50/50, Warm Bodies, Long Shot) to direct from a script by Will Staples. In addition to reprising his role as hotshot driver Cole Trickle, Cruise is producing alongside Jerry Bruckheimer and Tommy Harper. Several other outlets have confirmed that the movie is slated for release on June 2, 2028, in Imax, Dolby theaters, 4DX, and premium large-screen formats.
In the original, Cruise’s Trickle was an open-wheel driver from California with raw talent and no stock car experience. The late Robert Duvall played Harry Hogge, the veteran crew chief coaxed out of retirement to build and race stock cars, while Randy Quaid played the car dealer bankrolling the team.
Reviews at the time were mixed—critics found the plot formulaic, which it is. It made a respectable $157 million worldwide, well short of the $357 million that Top Gun made with the same team of Cruise, Bruckheimer, Don Simpson and the Tony Scott, who directed both movies, in 1986. Over the years it’s become a genuine favorite among racing fans.
Brooks Nader and her sister Grace Ann are diving into the world of agave with a witchy new Astral Tequila campaign celebrating the long-awaited release of the Practical Magic sequel and nodding to the margarita-fueled chaos of its most iconic scene.
(Brooks and Grace Ann Nader/Courtesy of Astral Tequila)
Originally released in 1998 and starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, “Midnight Margaritas” in cult classic Practical Magiccelebrate the raucous nature of a never-ending bottle of tequila. Even in 2026, the chaotic and playful scene’s impact is felt, Astral Tequila said. “The ‘Midnight Margaritas’ tradition embodies the same energy that’s at the heart of Astral Tequila: the best nights are made brighter by the people you share them with, especially with an Astral Midnight Margarita in-hand,” said Jenn Rapp, Director, Portfolio Tequila & Mezcal at Diageo North America.
Baywatch star Brooks Nader and sister Grace Ann lend their own vibrant spin to Astral Tequila, which appears in the film and serves as the official tequila partner of Warner Bros ahead of the buzzed-about sequel’s September 10th release. Astral Tequila also encourages fans to (responsibly) whip up a midnight margarita of their own with a film-inspired recipe.
(Gilles Bensimon)
In an Instagram post teasing the playful partnership, Brooks, the September/October 2025 Maxim cover star, noted that “midnight margaritas” are “about to be spilled.” The partnership even traces the journey of the film’s sisters in the upcoming “It’s Midnight Somewhere” Margarita Tour, stopping in four cities ahead of the picture’s September release.
(Brooks and Grace Ann Nader/Courtesy of Astral Tequila)
“Honestly, this felt very on brand for us,” said Brooks and Grace Ann Nader. “Sisters, Astral Midnight Margaritas, a little harmless chaos, and quoting Practical Magic all night? Say less! We had the best time bringing ‘It’s Midnight Somewhere’ to life, making each other laugh, and paying homage to a movie that’s all about the importance of sisterhood.”
(Brooks and Sarah Jane Nader/Courtesy of Josh Cellars and Michael Simon/Getty Images for SipMargs)
It’s not the first time Brooks Nader has popped a bottle in celebratory fashion. Earlier this summer, she partnered with Josh Cellars to share her favorite summer wine, telling Maxim in an interview that “honestly, Josh (Cellars) and I go way back. I feel like that was where I first discovered wine was Josh back in Louisiana.” For now, Brooks and Grace Ann Nader are freshening up 100 percent Blue Weber agave Astral Tequila in vivid fashion, with a bottle of Astral Tequila Blanco running at an SRP of $32.99 online at outlets like Total Wine. Find out how to make your own Midnight Margarita with the recipe below.
(Courtesy of Astral Tequila)
How to Make The Astral Midnight Margarita
Ingredients:
1.5 oz Astral Tequila Blanco
1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
1.5 oz Cream of Coconut
0.75 Cup of Ice
Process:
Rim a glass with lime and dip in coconut lime salt.
Add all ingredients to a blender with ice.
Blend until smooth and thick, then pour into the glass and garnish with a lime wheel.
Aqua, pool blue, azure—whatever you want to call it, shades of bright blue have had a strong grip on the coolest brands’ inventory this summer, and celebrities and fashion people are dutifully buying in. You may recall that earlier this summer, Anne Hathaway wore a head-to-toe cerulean outfit, which was just one of many examples of celebrities embracing the trend over last summer’s go-to color trend: butter yellow (still cool, but not quite as cool as bright blue). And now, within a day of each other, Zoe Saldaña and Karlie Kloss were spotted heading to press appearances in NYC wearing the aforementioned pool blue.
Coincidentally, Saldaña and Kloss both wore silk pool blue pencil skirts—Saldaña with a white blouse and Kloss with a matching blazer. The stunning color somehow looks both cool and elegant at once, and there are a slew of pieces on the market right now that prove it. Keep scrolling to shop my carefully chosen pool-blue selections, and of course, see how Saldaña and Kloss just styled the color.
Pool Blue on Zoe Saldaña and Karlie Kloss
(Image credit: Raymond Hall/GC Images/Getty Images)
On Zoe Saldaña: Willy Chavarria skirt; Aquazzura So Nude Sandals ($850)
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On Karlie Kloss: vintage Dolce & Gabbana suit; Jude shoes
Yes, Sambas and jeans are still a very viable outfit option in 2026. Just because these wear-with-everything trainers aren’t quite as ubiquitous as they were a couple of years ago doesn’t make them any less chic. In fact, I’d argue the opposite. Now that they’ve taken a slight step back from the spotlight, they feel all the more considered.
That said, keeping Sambas feeling current is all about how you style them. Whilst a pair of pooling wide-leg jeans with a Samba’s signature rounded toe peeking out transports me back to 2024, swapping in a slimmer stovepipe jean gives the classic trainer a much fresher feel.
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Making the case for the combination this week, Nicole Kidman reached for a pair of slim-fitting stovepipe jeans, which she anchored with a classic white pair of Adidas Sambas. Elevating the ensemble with a lustrous white satin blouse layered beneath a tailored grey blazer, Nicole combined one of this season’s key denim silhouettes with a blouse trend that’s been everywhere throughout summer 2026, creating a modern outfit with a timeless energy.
Whilst sneakerinas and chunky black trainers have been trending this season, I’m still backing one of the sleekest trainers around. If you’re with me, keep scrolling to shop the Adidas Samba trainers below.
Shop Sambas:
Adidas
Samba Trainers
Classic white Sambas will never go out of style.
Adidas
Samba Trainers
The silver trainer trend isn’t showing any signs of slowing down.
Adidas
Samba Trainers
These dark brown trainers are a such a chic alternative to black.
Adidas
Samba Trainers
Add a subtle pop of colour to your summer rotation.
Adidas
Samba Trainers
IMO, leopard print is a neutral.
Adidas
Samba Trainers
Wear these with jeans for an elevated day-to-day look.
Although there may still be a month of summer left, I’ve already made the mental switch to fall. That said, my plans for August will involve browsing through every new fall arrival and saving outfit inspiration in my camera roll. As a fashion lover, I wouldn’t have it any other way.
The excitement surrounding fall style is hard to ignore, and I know I’m not the only one who feels that way. If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’re also eager to pull out your lightweight coats and sweaters and embrace long skirts, jeans, and trousers. However, before diving fully into fall, we need to consider the transitional period and how to adapt our summer wardrobe to it.
Since I consider myself in the know, I can say with confidence that in the coming days, there are a few things you can expect to see: tunics layered over denim, shrugs paired with tank tops and trousers, and silk blouses styled with Bermuda shorts. Sarongs or pareo skirts will also be reimagined outside their beach context, styled with everyday items like button-down shirts and baby tees. For accessories, brooches will adorn simple tank tops, adding freshness, while colorful handbags and cluster earrings will bring personality to all types of outfits. Kitten-heel thong sandals will continue to dominate.
Because if I were you, I’d also want to know the specific items to shop for, I’ve put together a list of 45 cool, relevant, and timeless pieces. From The Row’s new Alma bag and COS’s rich satin ballet flats to Toteme’s latest trench coat and J.Crew’s updated Rollneck sweater, keep scrolling to discover the finds.
Reformation
Gianna Tee
Grab this perfect tee before it sells out again.
ZARA
Zw Collection Pleated Skirt
No one will believe you when you tell them that you got this expensive-looking skirt at Zara.
COS
Satin Ballet Flats
Don’t sleep on COS’s footwear.
COS
Abstract Floral Brooch
Make your go-to tank top feel new by adding this unique brooch to it.
ZARA
V-Neck Button-Up Top
This looks like the most perfect cardigan. Adding to my cart ASAP.
MANGO
Straight Pants With Removable Scarf
These pants do the hard work for you.
DINOSAUR DESIGNS
Boulder Beads Resin Necklace
There are so many beaded necklaces to choose from, but I love this one because it feels different from all of the others.
Claudent
Tunic
Don’t be surprised when you see everyone wearing tunics over jeans and trousers this fall.
levi’s
501 ’90 Jeans
Size up for the perfect vintage-looking fit.
the row
Alma Bag
The Alma is replacing the Peggy as the must-have everyday bag by The Row.
Toteme
Cotton Trench Coat
This is your sign to invest in a trench coat for fall and beyond. You can’t go wrong with any style from Toteme but especially this new design.
Massimo Dutti
Satin Midi Slip Dress
So easy and effortless.
Margaux
The Clara – Black Calf
I heard an in-the-know fashion person talk about how these look very similar to The Row June mules and now I can’t unsee it.
cos
Ribbed Henley T-Shirt
This comes in black and white, but I’m partial to the red.
Frame
The Gray Jeans
Everyone’s talking about how well these Frame jeans designed by Amelia Gray fit.
side eye
223 Butler St
Side Eye is the cool new sunglasses brand that you need to know about.
KALLMEYER
Yara Cotton-Blend Cardigan
I’m calling it—shrugs are about to be everywhere.
ZARA
Spaghetti Strap Top
A perfect tank top.
toteme
Fluid Satin Trousers
Royal purple is one of the top color trends for fall.
ALIGNE
Anouk Jacket – Grey Marl
This gorgeous fall jacket won’t be in stock for much longer.
Staud
Mateo Striped Relaxed-Fit Drawstring Pants
Endless styling possibilities.
UGG
Tasman Deconstructed Sheepskin Flats
These new Uggs, which only feature the sheepskin on the insole, are great for those days when you want the comfort of Uggs without all the warmth the classic ones provide.
Tory Burch
Color-Block Ribbed Bodysuit
Pair this with white jeans or the navy skirt below.
ZARA
Zw Collection Flowy Skirt
I’m convinced that navy is the new black.
KHAITE
Marlene Ballerina
The flexible toe isn’t just unique, but it also means that these flats will be comfortable for all-day wear.
Massimo Dutti
Asymmetric Spaghetti Strap Top
This color is so cool especially when paired with tan or khaki.
As a manicure-obsessed beauty editor, there’s nothing that excites me more than a fresh set. I spend hours scrolling on Pinterest and sifting through my favorite nail artists’ social media posts to see which image I should recreate next—whether a glitchy mismatched set or stunning single-polish paint job—but it recently dawned on me that most of my saved photos were shot across the pond.
If you looked through my phone, you’d see a camera roll peppered with snaps of Dua Lipa’s trend-setting manis, crafted by London-based celebrity manicurist Michelle Humphrey, or the detailed work of Milan-based nail artist Oksana Zavora, who creates intricate sets directly inspired by fashion trends and timely runways. Though I still find inspiration in trendy American celebs, my taste tends to favor those overseas—so I asked top European manicurists what their stylish clientele have been requesting these days.
“Nail trends constantly evolve, but at the moment, London nails tend to feel more understated, individual, and fashion-led, often with shorter, more natural shapes,” Humphrey tells Who What Wear. Fellow Brit (and celebrity manicurist) Imarni Ashman adds that European nail trends often center around “immaculate nail preparation,” texture, and high-quality finishes. However, both artists agree that the U.S. approaches manicures in a slightly more extreme fashion. “American trends often embrace longer lengths [and] bolder colours and designs—think Hailey Bieber and Kylie Jenner,” says Ashman. “Although this is not always gospel!” Humphrey adds.
6 Summer Nail Trends Dominating in Europe This Summer
If there’s one trend that unites the American and European nail scene, it’s the milky manicure trend. “Sheer, glossy colours have been huge—from milky nudes to bright jelly shades,” says Hughes. From translucent polishes to barely there soap nails, this reigning trend embraces hues that are closer to gauzy layers of chiffon than pigmented polish. “Sheer nude nails that look healthy, glossy, and expensive are still one of the most requested looks,” Humphrey adds. “The clean girl aesthetic prevails!”
After seeing It girls like Suki Waterhouse and Lipa rock black nails in the middle of summer (Summerween nails, some may call them), I knew we had a chic seasonal trend on our hands. Humphrey confirms my theory by calling out Essie’s Like it Loud as a great color for summer 2026—an inkblot shade that, ironically, goes great with a tan. Ashman agrees, adding that other gothic hues like black cherry are equally striking in the summertime. “A tan with a deep black-red looks very chic,” she notes. “I’ve created similar looks on Lily Collins and Lily Allen this summer.”
Shop Summer Goth Polishes
Essie
Gel Couture Nail Polish in Like It Loud
OPI
Nail Lacquer in Black Cherry Chutney
Chanel
Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour in Le Diable en Chanel
American tastemakers may still be on the glazed-donut chrome manicure wave, but Europeans have graduated to sets that look a bit more dimensional. “Cat eye nails have become a staple,” Humphrey croons. These metallic polishes develop a sparkling finish when put in close contact with magnets, giving the color a spatial effect that looks deep and futuristic. To take things up a notch, try pairing a cat eye base with eye-catching pill box art like Ashman’s trendy set above.
Whether buttery pastel hues, vibrant primary colors, or captivating animal prints, Humphrey is getting a lot of requests for mix-and-match designs in her chair. Whether it’s combining a cheetah-print French tip with 3D gemstones for Olivia Dean or an every-nail-is-different kaleidoscope of color, Humphrey agrees that “mismatched manicures” have been going steady this summer. It’s the indecisive beauty lover’s dream to not pick one, but them all.
“For the more maximalist clients, I’m getting requests for juicy jelly shades—particularly reds [and] pinks,” says Humphrey. These vibrant, semi-sheer hues were trending with a similar fervor last year thanks to a healthy heap of nostalgia—the sticky-sweet colors reminding us of popsicles melting under the blazing sun and sorbet-stained lips. For a “juicy glow,” Humphrey recommends Essie’s Cin Cin (a glassy cool-toned pink) or Highballer for a punchy raspberry sheen.
Ashman says that meticulously curated designs—ones that toe the line between minimal and maximalist—are the sweet spot for a fashionable European this summer. The manicurist spotlights sets that utilize “negative space with immaculate prep” and simple designs, like this recent lace-inspired look she created on Iris Law. “I love creating designs with her,” Ashman quips. “They always look effortlessly cool.”
If, like me, you like to keep an eye on celebrity style, then you may have noticed that there’s a new season bag cropping up on the arms of fashion’s best-dressed. That’s because Dior‘s Cigale tote is currently paving its way to becoming autumn’s It accessory. Debuting as part of Jonathan Anderson’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection for Dior, the Cigale brings together several of the biggest handbag trends of the moment. With its sleek east-west silhouette, minimalist single strap and open-top construction, it has the understated elegance fashion people are gravitating towards right now, whilst still feeling unmistakably Dior.
(Image credit: Courtesy of Dior)
Looking to the maison’s 1952 Cigale haute couture gown, Anderson translated its sculptural bow motif into the bag’s softly folded leather construction, cultivating a modern and timeless design that’s finding favour amongst the industry’s best dressed.
Despite only making its runway debut a few months ago, the Cigale has already secured an impressive celebrity following. Jennifer Lawrence has carried it on multiple occasions, whilst Charli XCX, Sabrina Carpenter, Anne Hathaway, Ariana Grande and Greta Lee have all been spotted styling the new tote.
(Image credit: Courtesy of Dior)
Available in a spectrum of rich neutrals and vibrant shades, Jennifer Lawrence has gravitated towards the soft blush pink version on a number of occasions, whilst Sabrina Carpenter has embraced this butter-yellow wash, and Greta Lee has been carrying the striking deep red iteration.
(Image credit: Courtesy of Dior)
With its growing celebrity fan base, recognisable shape and strong heritage story, the Cigale has all the ingredients of a modern It bag. In fact, I’d be surprised if it wasn’t one of the most-photographed accessories of during Paris Fashion Week this September, before slotting into more rotations come autumn.
(Image credit: Courtesy of Dior)
Whilst the Cigale isn’t currently available to purchase online—appointments with a Dior Client Advisor can be arranged through the brand to enquire about availability. Until then, Dior’s collection is filled with equally elegant bags. Scroll on to discover the Dior bags I’m coveting now.
Shop Dior Bags:
Dior
Small Dior Toujours Hobo Bag
This also comes in three other shades.
Dior
Qixi Small Dior Promenade Shopping Bag
The delicate bow finish adds such a pretty finish.
Dior
Promenade Shopping Bag
I know you’re a fashion person if this is your tote bag of choice.
Dior
Mini Lady D-Joy Bag
Carry this in your clutches or style it over your shoulder.
Dior
Small Saddle Bag with Strap
This also comes in seven other shades.
Dior
Medium Book Tote
This features an adjustable and removable strap, so you can also style it over your shoulder or across your body.
Dior
Dioriviera Medium Spongy Book Tote
The uneven spots and spongy finish give this a playful energy that makes it perfect for high-summer styling.
Dior
Medium Toujours Bag
Not far from a nautral, this soft pink shade is so easy to slot into a capsule wardrobe.
Dior
Medium Dior Milly-La-Forêt Bag
This slouchy bag is perfect for daily styling.
Dior
Small Dior Bow Bag
This also comes in blue, yellow, purple and burgundy.
