‘Sex sells’ was once the mantra of the fashion industry, but this sentiment is looking increasingly dated. Why? Because a consumer backlash is in full swing, with people having little time for old stereotypes. How have brands that once prided themselves on exclusivity become more inclusive?

‘Casual culture’ may once have been associated with the unsavoury side of football fandom, but big-name brands that previously would have nothing to do with the movement are now wanting a piece of the action. Why are both shoppers and luxury labels buying back into this cultural phenomenon?

As seen in Fendi’s FW18 collection, ‘logomania’ has returned to the fashion and luxury market. As younger luxury buyers choose to flex their big-ticket purchases on social media and international markets fall in love with heritage narratives, the logo is once again king.

In 2017, Saint Laurent partnered with famed boutique Colette for a collection that celebrated “the traditions and tenets of Parisian culture” – but the range was noticeably short on actual clothes. So, how did a branded Vespa, skateboard, and BDSM paddles aim to broaden the luxury label’s appeal?