Weekly Fashion Highlights | Glenn Martens' First Margiela Collection Set for July...

Fashion is undergoing a wave of transformation, with fresh creative leadership and strong market shifts.

Glenn Martens, the newly appointed creative director of Maison Margiela, will present his first Artisanal collection at Paris Haute Couture Week this July. Known for his innovative work at Diesel, Martens is expected to bring a fresh perspective to Margiela’s tradition of deconstruction and craftsmanship.

In business news, Tapestry Inc.—the parent company of Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman—reported record-breaking Q3 results for fiscal year 2025. Revenue rose 8% year-over-year to $1.6 billion, driven by a 15% surge in Coach sales. Coach achieved a record gross margin of 79%, fueled by strong demand for its Tabby and Brooklyn bags, particularly among Gen Z and millennial shoppers. The company added over 1.2 million new customers in North America and raised its full-year revenue forecast to $6.95 billion.

As creative visions evolve and brands like Coach continue to thrive, the fashion industry is poised for a dynamic season ahead.

Glenn Martens' First Margiela Collection Set For July

French avant-garde fashion house Maison Margiela has officially appointed Belgian designer Glenn Martens as its new Creative Director, marking a significant transition for the storied label. Martens will present his debut collection during Paris Haute Couture Week in July 2025 — not with a traditional ready-to-wear line, but through the Maison Margiela Artisanal collection, the house’s most conceptual and technically demanding series. This signals a bold statement of intent and a reaffirmation of the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship and innovation at the highest level.

Founded by Martin Margiela, the house has long been synonymous with deconstruction, anonymity, and radical experimentation. Former Creative Director John Galliano stepped down earlier this year, closing nearly a decade of theatrical and emotionally charged reinvention. Martens, widely respected for his structural ingenuity and hybrid aesthetics at Y/Project, as well as his acclaimed 2021 couture collaboration with Jean Paul Gaultier, represents a new generation of conceptual designers reshaping the boundaries of fashion.

His appointment is expected to inject fresh energy and intellectual rigor into the brand’s avant-garde DNA. As anticipation builds, the upcoming Artisanal presentation is not only seen as a creative debut but as a defining moment that could chart a new direction for the house in the evolving landscape of haute couture.

Loewe x On Launches New Collaboration Collection

Spanish luxury brand Loewe and Swiss high-performance sports brand On have joined hands again to launch a new joint series for spring and summer 2025, continuing the cross-border cooperation that started in 2022. The series was first launched online and at CASA LOEWE Madrid on May 14, and will be launched in stores around the world from May 15.

This season's main feature is the upgraded Cloudventure Loewe 2 sneaker, which features a translucent mesh upper, Loewe's classic Anagram logo on the right foot, and On's logo on the left foot, presenting a unique visual contrast. The sole combines On's iconic CloudTec® cushioning system and Helion™ supercritical foaming material, with Missiongrip™ rubber outsole, which takes into account comfort and grip, and is suitable for urban commuting and outdoor activities. In terms of color matching, it covers low-key neutral colors, bright grass green, and red, blue and white contrasting color combinations to meet various dressing needs. In addition to shoes, the joint series also extends to ready-to-wear and accessories, launching Ultra Jacket made of tear-resistant fabric, three-dimensional knitted functional T-shirts and shorts, baseball caps, socks, and sports bras and leggings exclusively for women, all printed with dual brand logos, showing an urban outdoor style.

This collaboration not only combines Loewe's luxury design with On's sports technology, but also reflects the two brands' common pursuit of functionality and aesthetics, providing urban people with a new choice of high-end sports fashion.

Coach Heat Drives Tapestry Q3 Revenues Up 8% Amid the Luxury Slowdown

Amid ongoing volatility in global consumer markets, American luxury group Tapestry released an impressive earnings report for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, posting an 8% year-over-year revenue increase to $1.6 billion — surpassing both analyst and company expectations. The standout performer was the group’s flagship brand, Coach, which saw a 15% revenue surge to $1.3 billion, driving the majority of Tapestry’s growth.

Impressively, Coach also achieved its highest-ever gross margin at 79%. CEO Joanne Crevoiserat credited this success to consistent brand building, a focused product strategy, and emotional resonance with consumers worldwide. Coach’s signature Tabby line continues to drive strong sales, while accessories like bag charms and straps are fueling additional growth. New launches such as the Brooklyn Bag from the New York family also show Coach’s renewed design edge.

Coach continues to build cultural equity and engage younger consumers through social media visibility and celebrity endorsements. Beyond the popular Tabby line, the brand shows expansion potential in accessories and footwear. Meanwhile, Tapestry is moving forward with a planned merger with Capri Holdings (parent of Michael Kors). If completed, the deal will create a U.S.-based luxury powerhouse with over $12 billion in annual revenue, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape long dominated by European houses. Tapestry’s Q3 performance is a clear signal that growth in the digital, social, and global era will favor brands that offer both emotional connection and smart value. With enduring brand heat and modern appeal, Coach is defining what the new era of luxury can look like.

Burberry And Highgrove House Launched A New Collaboration Collection

British luxury brand Burberry recently officially released a new collaboration series with Highgrove Gardens. This collaboration is inspired by the private estate of King Charles III of the United Kingdom, combining the aesthetics of traditional British gardens with the concept of sustainability, showing the brand's deep respect for nature and craftsmanship.

The collection was designed by Daniel Lee, chief creative director of Burberry. The main items include the Castleford classic trench coat and organic silk scarf, both of which are made of natural and environmentally friendly fabrics. The trench coat is made of 100% organic cotton in Yorkshire, England, and the lining is specially painted with the pattern of delphinium flowers blooming in spring at Highgrove Gardens, which is full of poetic and natural atmosphere and shows the delicate beauty of royal gardening. The printed silk scarf is made of sustainable mulberry silk, and the pattern is hand-painted by artist Holly Mills. It is inspired by the plant landscape of the changing seasons in the estate. It is available in two sizes, suitable for daily and formal occasions. The overall collection is dominated by low-key and elegant tones such as Orion Brown and Ivy Green, echoing the quiet background of British nature.

More importantly, part of the proceeds from this collaboration will be donated to The King's Foundation to support young British artists and traditional craft education projects. The collaboration between Burberry and Highgrove is not only a collision of art and fashion, but also a heartfelt response to sustainable development and British cultural heritage. The collection is now available on the Burberry official website and designated stores around the world. It is limited in quantity and is expected to trigger a collection boom.

Supreme x Homerun Present Their Latest Collaboration

Supreme and New York-Tokyo twin-city brand Homerun jointly launched a new joint series in the spring of 2025, focusing on baseball culture, combining street style and artistic expression. The series will be available on Supreme's official website and global stores on May 15, and will be officially launched in Asia on May 17.

This collaboration covers a variety of items, including Varsity school jackets, baseball jerseys, hoodies, T-shirts and New Era® co-branded baseball caps. In terms of design, Homerun's iconic cartoon pattern and "Non Stop" slogan have become visual highlights. All items are printed with the joint logo of both brands, showing a unique visual contrast. In terms of color matching, baseball jackets are available in silver and black styles, jerseys are available in lake green, navy blue, and Tokyo's classic black and white striped versions, hoodies are available in four colors: black, gray, navy blue and orange, and baseball caps also echo the overall color scheme.

Since Homerun opened a physical store in Brooklyn, New York in 2024, it has been committed to integrating art, sports and culture, and actively participating in community cultural construction by holding various activities such as independent publication markets and group running. This collaboration with Supreme not only continues Supreme's street spirit, but also reflects Homerun's understanding of art and sports culture, providing urban people with a new choice of high-end sports fashion.

Editor: Juham Lin, Di Su.