BREAKING NEWS - Anna Wintour is Step Down

 

BREAKING NEWS!

By: Marisol Degallo - Lapazimageing Fashion Forward

Editor-in-Chief: Sonya LaRae

This has shocked and shaken the fashion world as we know it to be - The one and only Ms. Anna Wintour on Thursday, made the announcement that they will be seeking a head of editorial content at American Vogue.

That means that after 37 years of being at the helm and harnessing the reigns as editor-in-chief of the publication is coming to an end for the 75 year old that has been the voice, director, creator, change-maker, and the woman that changed the face of having high-end models on the cover to A-list celebrities.  Now, don't worry she isn't crawling under a rock to never been seen or heard from again, Anna will remain the chief content officer for Conde Nast and global editorial director, vogue.

So, what does it mean to be the chief content officer? Anna will oversee every brand globally, including Wired, Vanity Fair, GQ, AD, Conde Nast Traveler, Glamour, Bon Appetit, Tatler, World of Interiors, Allure and others, but not the New Yorker because as you know David Remnick oversees the magazine.

This by far is an end of an era - some how or some way it feels like this is a marker in time for all of us in fashion, music, the arts you name it - because Ms. Wintour, stepped into the shoes of editor in chief of Vogue in 1988 and to see how far she has taken the magazine and the different pathways that she has blazed is something that will never be forgotten - We are waiting with baited breath to see who will be named as the HEAD the EDITOR of VOGUE!

Fashion Sees Masculinities Return

By: Chaz Russel - Freelance Lapazimageing

Editor-in-Chief: Sonya LaRae

Pha-REAL!! Hold on to you hats, Pharrell, for his spring 2026 menswear collection, he didn't miss a step or even a concept.

Lapazions, Pharrell Williams just reminded the world why he’s not here to follow fashion—he’s here to lead it. For Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2026 menswear collection, the creative director took us on a global journey with a nod to the refined wanderer: a man who appreciates impeccable craftsmanship, sun-worn textiles, and the kind of luggage that deserves its own passport stamp.

This season, Williams set his sights on India, conjuring a color palette that feels like the subcontinent at golden hour. Think burgundy and saffron washed into dusty pastels, mixed with navy and violet-tinged indigo that subtly replaced stark black. There was an unmistakable touch of dandyism—nothing forced, just Pharrell’s signature effortless luxury.

The silhouettes? Louche, layered, and luxe. Flared pants, puffers, and cropped suit jackets gave us something familiar to hold on to, but the real swerve came in the form of short shorts—some sporty, some tailored, all unapologetically bold. Call it glamping-chic if you must, but make no mistake: these shorts are about to be the must-have item for men next spring. Pharrell closed the show wearing his own gym shorts and a grin that said he already knows. The takeaway? You’ve got six months to get those legs right.

True to form, Williams didn’t stop at clothes. The show was steeped in texture and technique, spotlighting India’s incomparable savoir-faire: intricate beading, embroidery, and jeweled finishes that glimmered across accessories, outerwear, and yes—those iconic trunks.

One standout motif revived a pattern created for Wes Anderson’s cult classic The Darjeeling Limited—featuring cheetahs, zebras, elephants, gazelles, giraffes, rhinos, and palm trees—now splashed across luggage, clothing, and accessories. It was both a cinematic wink and a love letter to travel, pushing the theme full circle in true Pharrell fashion.

And of course, front row royalty was in attendance: Jay Z and Beyoncé, lending even more gravity to a collection that already had the fashion world spinning.

With this collection, Williams didn’t just design garments—he mapped out a lifestyle. One for the modern nomad who pairs adventure with artistry, and never checks his sense of style at the gate.

Spring 2026: Bring the passport, pack the Vuitton trunks—and don’t forget the Nair.  

Lapazions, we couldn't just write this fabulous article and not share what we saw - We thank Louis Vuitton for streaming the show live via YouTube and so we are share the link/video with all of you fabulous Gents:

https://www.youtube.com/live/lArRnoMhX9I?si=NbBLYr69C4-YngsQ

Top Fashion Trends Summer 2025

 

By: Ella McLister - Lapazimageing 

Editor-in-Chief: Sonya LaRae

Every season is met with great anticipation and of course you know summertime vibes start buzzing as soon as there is a slight burst or break in the weather.  Lapazions are ready to shed the heavy sweaters, coats, gloves, and boots and ready to show a little or a lot of skin.

Well, we have done the leg work for you for the top fashion trends for Summer 2025 including a mix of returning classics and fresh, modern styles.  Expect to see a resurgence of sporty prep

Tennis skirts and tracksuits, alongside a continuation of sheer fabrics and utility chic.  Bold colors, particularly shades of yellow, and aquatic influences, like Breton stripes and shell jewelry, are a full rage and setting the tone for how the esthetic of the look flows and feels.  The other thing that we are excited to see and hear is a major trend of the season is more sustainability and longevity, with personalized looks and a touch of retro flair.  I think this season is offering more opportunity to show your authentic style and to push boundaries.  I love that the lines are still clean but they also flow better and have more fabric.  Oversized jeans are still so hot and have the fabric puddle at the shoe but not under the shoe looks so fresh but retro.

I love the mixing and matching of textures and fabrics like the sheer fabrics with silk, or cotton.  The layering of sheers are making a strong comeback, adding that slight delicate and airy feeling to summer - It made me think of summer in Paris because of the sheer fabrics just blowing in the wind as you walked and shopped.  Who doesn't love a great cotton blouse, shirt or skirt this is the tried and true fabrics of all fabrics - Lord, cotton will always be the "fabric of our lives" it's the staple, and no matter how they reimagine it - we love how fresh and modern it comes back and births a whole new era and love.

The trends of summer 2025 are broad and offer a little something to everyone of every age group and we know you will settle into the colors: different shades of yellow, powder pinks, shades of blue, greens, to bold blooms... Let your imagination run wild and don't just limit yourself to the same old same ole - step out try new trends and color that work into your personal color palette and don't be afraid to try a different style.

Happy shopping Lapazions!