The Impression Magazine

Graff has named Jung Kook as its newest global ambassador, unveiling the partnership through a campaign for the Laurence Graff Signature collection. The appointment places one of the world’s most influential music figures at the center of the house’s global communications efforts, reflecting luxury’s continued investment in cultural figures with expansive international reach.

Independent Swiss watchmaker De Bethune has appointed Antoine Pin as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking the latest leadership change in the high-end watch industry. Pin joins the company after more than 25 years within the LVMH ecosystem, including senior leadership roles at Bulgari Watches, where he helped strengthen the brand’s position in the global luxury watch market.

Sir Paul Smith has joined King Charles III’s Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) Fashion Task Force, bringing one of British fashion’s most respected voices to an industry coalition focused on accelerating sustainability across the luxury sector. While the appointment recognizes Smith’s longstanding commitment to craftsmanship and responsible production, it also reflects a broader industry shift: sustainability is increasingly being driven through collaboration rather than competition.

ANDAM has announced the winners of its 2026 Fashion Awards, honoring a new generation of designers and innovators with financial support and yearlong mentorships aimed at accelerating their international growth. Selected by a 31-member jury chaired by Ami Paris founder Alexandre Mattiussi, this year’s winners presented their creative and business strategies during individual pitches at Institut Français de la Mode in Paris.

Etro and Romazzino, A Belmond Hotel, Costa Smeralda, unveiled a new collaboration that reimagined the hotel’s pool bar and outdoor spaces surrounding the freshwater pool and Relaxing Wood area. Located just steps from the sea, the project integrated Etro’s signature aesthetic with the hotel’s architecture, creating a design concept shaped by the natural landscape of the Costa Smeralda.

Chanel announced that it has acquired Charvet, the Parisian shirtmaker founded in 1838, as part of its ongoing strategy to preserve exceptional artisanal craftsmanship and ensure the long-term future of French heritage maisons. The luxury group said Charvet will continue to operate with full creative independence while benefiting from long-term support designed to safeguard its expertise for future generations.

Review of Max Mara Cruise 2027 Fashion Show By Mackenzie Richard Zuckerman For Resort 2027, Max Mara arrived in Shanghai asking a question with deceptively simple contours: “What is Max Mara?” Staged in the vaulted spaces of the Long Museum as the house marked its 75th anniversary, the collection was framed as Kinetic Chic, a phrase that suggested motion, energy, and modern urban pace. The premise was strong.

Valentino is supporting the Aspen Art Museum’s presentation of Arch Connelly: Straighten Your Wig and Pray, which opened on June 12, 2026. The partnership expands the Maison’s ongoing engagement with the arts through a collaboration that extends beyond the exhibition itself.

Mr Porter and Zegna hosted a two-day experience in Porto Cervo, Sardinia, from June 24 to 25 to celebrate the Sardinian summer and bring together leading clients, industry figures, and brand partners. The event was hosted by Mr Porter CEO Toby Bateman and Zegna co-CEO Angelo Zegna, with guests staying at the Romazzino, a Belmond Hotel, Costa Smeralda.

Review of Burberry ‘Escape to the Countryside’ Ad Campaign with Creative Director Daniel Lee Photographed by Chris Rhodes with models Moses Martin, Edie Campbell, Nora Attal, and Sang Woo Kim For Burberry’s ‘Escape to the Countryside’ 2026 campaign, Creative Director Daniel Lee returns to one of the house’s most enduring territories: the British countryside.