It was more than just another fashion show in the City of Light. Louis Vuitton’s latest extravaganza on Paris’ most famous avenue, the Champs-Elysées, transformed an iconic 19th-century art nouveau space into an evolving artwork. As guests entered, they encountered an ephemeral installation — a vast, expanding balloon structure that melded with the walls. But as avant-garde as it was, the installation’s plastic, coupled with an autumnal heat wave, had some attendees likening it to a fashionable, yet sweltering, greenhouse.

The designs? A riot of colours, ludic patterns, and subtle riffs on harlequins. A visual feast that kept the eyes and iPhones flitting from one ensemble to the next.

Yet the decor and fashion might have met their match in star power. The luminaries of Hollywood — Zendaya, Cate Blanchett, Jennifer Connelly, Paul Bettany, Jaden Smith, and a host of others — converged, turning the venue into a veritable galaxy of celebrities. The heat outside mirrored the fervour inside, as Vuitton proved, once again, that in the world of fashion, it’s an unstoppable force.

Here are some highlights of Monday’s shows, including an interview with Stella McCartney:

A VUITTON VIGNETTE: WHEN PAST CLASHES WITH FUTURE

In a surreal wash of orange, Louis Vuitton’s showcase, under the deft hand of women’s creative director Nicolas Ghesquière, was a blend of epochs and emotions.

A burst of colour, channelling the vibrancy of harlequins, took centre stage. The striped high-waisted trousers and billowing yellow silk sleeves paid tribute to days of yore, while modern ski goggles reminded everyone of Ghesquière’s ever-present innovation.

The ’70s too had their moment. Striped shirts with open cuffs, reminiscent of this era, fused the delicate and free-spirited vibe against the hard, resolute feel of a box camera styled as a necklace. This distinct contrast — the soft meets the hard — exemplified Ghesquière’s talent for marrying contrasts.

Subtle nods, perhaps to stalwarts like Armani Privé couture, could be spotted, but the collection was unmistakably Vuitton. The embrace of a glossy black bodice contrasted with the airy freedom of a voluminous white skirt. Similarly, a gleaming miniskirt seemed to mix between rigidity and flow.

Yet, Ghesquière’s vibrancy sometimes edged toward the theatrical, seemingly sacrificing subtlety for statement. While his craftsmanship is undeniable, the balance between drama and understatement remains a tightrope he navigates.

All told Ghesquière’s latest offering is a testament to skill in stitching together the past with the present.

ACTIVISTS TARGET LOUIS VUITTON DURING PARIS FASHION WEEK

Just before Louis Vuitton’s anticipated show, environmental activists from “Dernière Rénovation” sprayed the brand’s Champs-Elysées storefront with orange paint. Their aim? According to social media, to challenge the luxury brands of Paris Fashion Week and the wealthy attending the specific event. The activists’ shirts, bearing the message “their selfishness kills,” spoke to their cause. Amid this disruption, influencer Jeremstar protested for animal rights, only to be restrained by police. Despite these disturbances, the Vuitton event went ahead and the brand has not issued a response.

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MARKETPLACE MAGIC: STELLA’S SUSTAINABLE SPRING SPLENDOR

It’s not every Monday that you’d see Robert Downey Jr., Emily in Paris&nbsp;starlet Ashley Park, and spotless fashion mogul Anna Wintour browsing a market. But then again, the Marché Saxe-Breteuil wasn’t just any market this week – it was Stella McCartney’s sustainability showcase, an ingenious stage for her Spring 2024 eco-collection.

The makeshift stalls were far from ordinary. One, a nod to her late mother, famed vegan advocate Linda McCartney, presented vegan marvels. Another proudly showcased the real seaweed – yes, seaweed – that went into crafting a striking 70s macrame dress. Inspired by her parents’ touring days, vintage Wings merch graphics found their way onto organic T-shirts. Guests basked in the October sun, sipping in the atmosphere as much as they did the sights.

This season’s McCartney designs? Think 70s eclectic thrift shop but make it chic. An ageless quality permeated, drawing inspiration not just from Stella’s design vault, but from the idea of borrowing the clothes of her iconic parents as a kid. It made for a sweet and loving fashion ode.

McCartney gave us sheeny shirts with historic white cape sleeves, neatly paired with shimmering crystal hot pants -- lead-free, of course. An oversized floral print on a draped toga dress seemed to capture the Beatles’ psychedelic era, almost transporting wearers to London’s Camden vintage shops.

The nostalgia was evident, but so was the sustainability narrative. Stella’s Sustainable Market showcased her dedication to innovative materials, complemented by English sculptor Andrew Logan’s artistry. McCartney’s show wasn’t just a fashion statement; it was a manifesto of where the future might head.

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FROM SEAWEED TO RUNWAY: STELLA MCCARTNEY CHARTS A GREEN COURSE

“This season is 95% sustainable,” McCartney declared proudly by a faux market stand, marking her highest-ever sustainability percentage on the runway.

Drawing inspiration from a personal vault, she said, “A lot of it was, I was looking at my mom and dad’s wardrobe.” This deep dive into her familial past wasn’t just a nostalgia trip. “Now my daughter steals from me,” McCartney noticed, highlighting the cyclical nature of fashion and how traditions ripple through generations.

But the showstopper? Seaweed. A groundbreaking fabric debut, as McCartney explained: “Seaweed ... So it’s insane. It’s the first ever time it’s been on a runway.” This seaweed innovation, crafted from the ocean’s kelp, morphed into a yarn that’s “100% pesticide-free, 100% no land use and 70% more sustainable than any cotton.”

Tongue firmly in cheek, McCartney dubbed the colour of the season as “Green,” quickly clarifying, “There’s no green on a runway but as an eco-green.”

The show was more than garments on display; it was an education. With McCartney’s innovative sustainable market segment, attendees got a closer look at revolutionary materials, from wine waste – courtesy of fellow LVMH brand Veuve Clicquot -- to chic bags and, of course, seaweed making a sartorial splash.

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It was more than just another fashion show in the City of Light. Louis Vuitton’s latest extravaganza on Paris’ most famous avenue, the Champs-Elysées, transformed an iconic 19th-century art nouveau space into an evolving artwork.

It was more than just another fashion show in the City of Light. Louis Vuitton’s latest extravaganza on Paris’ most famous avenue, the Champs-Elysées, transformed an iconic 19th-century art nouveau space into an evolving artwork. As guests entered, they encountered an ephemeral installation — a vast, expanding balloon structure that melded with the walls. But as avant-garde as it was, the installation’s plastic, coupled with an autumnal heat wave, had some attendees likening it to a fashionable, yet sweltering, greenhouse. The designs? A riot of colours, ludic patterns, and subtle riffs on harlequins. A visual feast that kept the eyes and iPhones flitting from one ensemble to the next. Yet the decor and fashion might have met their match in star power. The luminaries of Hollywood — Zendaya, Cate Blanchett, Jennifer Connelly, Paul Bettany, Jaden Smith, and a host of others — converged, turning the venue into a veritable galaxy of celebrities. The heat outside mirrored the fervour inside, as Vuitton proved, once again, that in the world of fashion, it’s an unstoppable force. Here are some highlights of Monday’s shows, including an interview with Stella McCartney: A VUITTON VIGNETTE: WHEN PAST CLASHES WITH FUTURE In a surreal wash of orange, Louis Vuitton’s showcase, under the deft hand of women’s creative director Nicolas Ghesquière, was a blend of epochs and emotions. A burst of colour, channelling the vibrancy of harlequins, took centre stage. The striped high-waisted trousers and billowing yellow silk sleeves paid tribute to days of yore, while modern ski goggles reminded everyone of Ghesquière’s ever-present innovation. The ’70s too had their moment. Striped shirts with open cuffs, reminiscent of this era, fused the delicate and free-spirited vibe against the hard, resolute feel of a box camera styled as a necklace. This distinct contrast — the soft meets the hard — exemplified Ghesquière’s talent for marrying contrasts. Subtle nods, perhaps to stalwarts like Armani Privé couture, could be spotted, but the collection was unmistakably Vuitton. The embrace of a glossy black bodice contrasted with the airy freedom of a voluminous white skirt. Similarly, a gleaming miniskirt seemed to mix between rigidity and flow. Yet, Ghesquière’s vibrancy sometimes edged toward the theatrical, seemingly sacrificing subtlety for statement. While his craftsmanship is undeniable, the balance between drama and understatement remains a tightrope he navigates. All told Ghesquière’s latest offering is a testament to skill in stitching together the past with the present. ACTIVISTS TARGET LOUIS VUITTON DURING PARIS FASHION WEEK Just before Louis Vuitton’s anticipated show, environmental activists from “Dernière Rénovation” sprayed the brand’s Champs-Elysées storefront with orange paint. Their aim? According to social media, to challenge the luxury brands of Paris Fashion Week and the wealthy attending the specific event. The activists’ shirts, bearing the message “their selfishness kills,” spoke to their cause. Amid this disruption, influencer Jeremstar protested for animal rights, only to be restrained by police. Despite these disturbances, the Vuitton event went ahead and the brand has not issued a response. Also read: WATCH: Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali starrer Leave The World behind trailer out MARKETPLACE MAGIC: STELLA’S SUSTAINABLE SPRING SPLENDOR It’s not every Monday that you’d see Robert Downey Jr., Emily in Paris starlet Ashley Park, and spotless fashion mogul Anna Wintour browsing a market. But then again, the Marché Saxe-Breteuil wasn’t just any market this week – it was Stella McCartney’s sustainability showcase, an ingenious stage for her Spring 2024 eco-collection. The makeshift stalls were far from ordinary. One, a nod to her late mother, famed vegan advocate Linda McCartney, presented vegan marvels. Another proudly showcased the real seaweed – yes, seaweed – that went into crafting a striking 70s macrame dress. Inspired by her parents’ touring days, vintage Wings merch graphics found their way onto organic T-shirts. Guests basked in the October sun, sipping in the atmosphere as much as they did the sights. This season’s McCartney designs? Think 70s eclectic thrift shop but make it chic. An ageless quality permeated, drawing inspiration not just from Stella’s design vault, but from the idea of borrowing the clothes of her iconic parents as a kid. It made for a sweet and loving fashion ode. McCartney gave us sheeny shirts with historic white cape sleeves, neatly paired with shimmering crystal hot pants -- lead-free, of course. An oversized floral print on a draped toga dress seemed to capture the Beatles’ psychedelic era, almost transporting wearers to London’s Camden vintage shops. The nostalgia was evident, but so was the sustainability narrative. Stella’s Sustainable Market showcased her dedication to innovative materials, complemented by English sculptor Andrew Logan’s artistry. McCartney’s show wasn’t just a fashion statement; it was a manifesto of where the future might head. Also read: Welcome spooky season with Haunted Mansion; here's when and where to watch FROM SEAWEED TO RUNWAY: STELLA MCCARTNEY CHARTS A GREEN COURSE “This season is 95% sustainable,” McCartney declared proudly by a faux market stand, marking her highest-ever sustainability percentage on the runway. Drawing inspiration from a personal vault, she said, “A lot of it was, I was looking at my mom and dad’s wardrobe.” This deep dive into her familial past wasn’t just a nostalgia trip. “Now my daughter steals from me,” McCartney noticed, highlighting the cyclical nature of fashion and how traditions ripple through generations. But the showstopper? Seaweed. A groundbreaking fabric debut, as McCartney explained: “Seaweed ... So it’s insane. It’s the first ever time it’s been on a runway.” This seaweed innovation, crafted from the ocean’s kelp, morphed into a yarn that’s “100% pesticide-free, 100% no land use and 70% more sustainable than any cotton.” Tongue firmly in cheek, McCartney dubbed the colour of the season as “Green,” quickly clarifying, “There’s no green on a runway but as an eco-green.” The show was more than garments on display; it was an education. With McCartney’s innovative sustainable market segment, attendees got a closer look at revolutionary materials, from wine waste – courtesy of fellow LVMH brand Veuve Clicquot -- to chic bags and, of course, seaweed making a sartorial splash. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Vuitton transforms Paris with a playful spectacle of colour, stars and history

Earthy scents pricked guests’ noses as they entered the venue for Stella McCartney: A Manege. Shivers from the cold were quickly succeeded by gasps when seven horses suddenly galloped in from a side door followed by an exuberant handler.

The show that incorporated equestrian themes was a visual and sensory statement from McCartney, a prominent animal rights campaigner.

Here are some highlights of the Paris Fashion Week shows Monday:

MCCARTNEY’S SOFTNESS AND HARDNESS

Vibrant designs showcased on the brown manege sand drew inspiration not only from horses -- with equine motifs, horse blanket patination inspiring wool looks and marbled patterns resembling horses’ coats — but also from the world of show jumping.

McCartney used the sport’s pomp and regalia to inspire a collection that harked to her tailoring background.

A double-breasted jacket had sharp shoulders nipped above the waist with a diagonal dynamic, mixing masculine and feminine. Takes on regalia and the military included a men’s white lilac tailored show jumping jacket.

The sense of “softness and a hardness, of male versus female,” a touchstone of the LVMH-owned fashion house, was captured also by the horses themselves, McCartney said.

Bags used vegan leather alternatives, such as MIRUM, a plant-based technology, AppleSkin, an apple-based material that creates a crocodile effect.

This was an optimistic collection — with flashes of eye-popping citrine and vermillion — that never lectured but celebrated living in harmony.

STELLA’S WILD, WILD HORSES

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“Have you even seen a wild horse at a fashion show or a whisperer?” McCartney asked the stunned fashion press on a crowded balcony above the manege that still smelled of horse. She said organizers called her “crazy” for attempting to get wild horses to a show.

Yet McCartney said fall-winter in particular seemed a good time to highlight cruelty-free designs with the unique spectacle of wild animals living, breathing and playing together.

“I really wanted to make a connection with our fellow creatures because there is so much leather and fur and feathers on the runway, especially in winter,” McCartney told Associated Press. “I wanted to show that you can do (fashion) in a different way you don’t need to kill anything and it can be (just) as luxurious.”

McCartney said the horses had many personal meanings to her, from the photography of her mother Linda and sister Mary to “being British,” speaking to the love for horses that runs deep in the UK.

She said the message of the horses “is that they’re alive and the clothes haven’t killed anything so there’s a kind of celebration of everything living in harmony with one another.”

The horse handler was a star of the show. McCartney said she first saw him at a London horse show and was impressed with his work. “They are his wild horses. He doesn’t use any bridles, any saddles and he’s a horse whisperer ... They’re his little babies,” she said. “I can’t even get my dog to do that.”

AZ FACTORY

There’s still a bitter-sweet tinge at AZ Factory shows. The brand was created by designer Alber Elbaz just before his 2021 death from COVID.

Elbaz, still reeling from his ouster as a longtime Lanvin designer, had wanted to make a brand touting a new way of doing luxury – easier on designers, body positive, and more affordable. AZ Factory was just that. Since his death, guest designers have moonlighted for the brand, remaining faithful to its ethos, and Elbaz is still felt in the house spirit.

On Monday, ruffles, toggles, belts and ties brought a utilitarian dimension to the soft ready-to-wear designs. There was a sense of relaxation running throughout as the models walked nonchalantly in low-key platform sandals.

A furry coat with a swirling pink motif and inbuilt scarf became a total look, covering the model completely with ankle warmers in the same material. It was fun and tactile.

Earthy scents pricked guests’ noses as they entered the venue for Stella McCartney: A Manege. Shivers from the cold were quickly succeeded by gasps when seven horses suddenly galloped in from a side door followed by an exuberant handler.

Earthy scents pricked guests’ noses as they entered the venue for Stella McCartney: A Manege. Shivers from the cold were quickly succeeded by gasps when seven horses suddenly galloped in from a side door followed by an exuberant handler. The show that incorporated equestrian themes was a visual and sensory statement from McCartney, a prominent animal rights campaigner. Here are some highlights of the Paris Fashion Week shows Monday: MCCARTNEY’S SOFTNESS AND HARDNESS Vibrant designs showcased on the brown manege sand drew inspiration not only from horses -- with equine motifs, horse blanket patination inspiring wool looks and marbled patterns resembling horses’ coats — but also from the world of show jumping. McCartney used the sport’s pomp and regalia to inspire a collection that harked to her tailoring background. A double-breasted jacket had sharp shoulders nipped above the waist with a diagonal dynamic, mixing masculine and feminine. Takes on regalia and the military included a men’s white lilac tailored show jumping jacket. The sense of “softness and a hardness, of male versus female,” a touchstone of the LVMH-owned fashion house, was captured also by the horses themselves, McCartney said. Bags used vegan leather alternatives, such as MIRUM, a plant-based technology, AppleSkin, an apple-based material that creates a crocodile effect. This was an optimistic collection — with flashes of eye-popping citrine and vermillion — that never lectured but celebrated living in harmony. STELLA’S WILD, WILD HORSES HORSE POWER: Watch the #StellaWinter23 runway show live from Paris this Monday 6th March on IG Live. 8:30 GMT / 9:30 CET / 16:30 CST / 17:30 JST #StellaMcCartney #PFW #PFW23 pic.twitter.com/K6xokjcxq1 — Stella McCartney (@StellaMcCartney) March 5, 2023 “Have you even seen a wild horse at a fashion show or a whisperer?” McCartney asked the stunned fashion press on a crowded balcony above the manege that still smelled of horse. She said organizers called her “crazy” for attempting to get wild horses to a show. Yet McCartney said fall-winter in particular seemed a good time to highlight cruelty-free designs with the unique spectacle of wild animals living, breathing and playing together. “I really wanted to make a connection with our fellow creatures because there is so much leather and fur and feathers on the runway, especially in winter,” McCartney told Associated Press. “I wanted to show that you can do (fashion) in a different way you don’t need to kill anything and it can be (just) as luxurious.” McCartney said the horses had many personal meanings to her, from the photography of her mother Linda and sister Mary to “being British,” speaking to the love for horses that runs deep in the UK. She said the message of the horses “is that they’re alive and the clothes haven’t killed anything so there’s a kind of celebration of everything living in harmony with one another.” The horse handler was a star of the show. McCartney said she first saw him at a London horse show and was impressed with his work. “They are his wild horses. He doesn’t use any bridles, any saddles and he’s a horse whisperer ... They’re his little babies,” she said. “I can’t even get my dog to do that.” AZ FACTORY There’s still a bitter-sweet tinge at AZ Factory shows. The brand was created by designer Alber Elbaz just before his 2021 death from COVID. Elbaz, still reeling from his ouster as a longtime Lanvin designer, had wanted to make a brand touting a new way of doing luxury – easier on designers, body positive, and more affordable. AZ Factory was just that. Since his death, guest designers have moonlighted for the brand, remaining faithful to its ethos, and Elbaz is still felt in the house spirit. On Monday, ruffles, toggles, belts and ties brought a utilitarian dimension to the soft ready-to-wear designs. There was a sense of relaxation running throughout as the models walked nonchalantly in low-key platform sandals. A furry coat with a swirling pink motif and inbuilt scarf became a total look, covering the model completely with ankle warmers in the same material. It was fun and tactile.

7 wild horses strut down the runway for Stella McCartney's Paris Fashion Week show

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Gravitas: Minnie Mouse gets a makeover

Stella McCartney pledged Monday to try to change the world's biggest luxury fashion group from within after LVMH took a stake in her label, one of the most sustainable in the world.

The British designer made a spirited defense of her decision to become "personal sustainability adviser" to LVMH owner Bernard Arnault, who regularly swaps places with Amazon boss Jeff Bezos at the top of the list of the world's richest men.

"My mum (the late animal rights activist Linda McCartney) used to say infiltrate from within," McCartney told AFP hours before her Paris fashion week show, which featured lots of vegan leather and a menagerie of furry-costumed animals who skins are used in fashion.

And she batted away fears that Arnault was using her for window dressing after he dismissed teenage Swedish activist Greta Thunberg as not "offering anything other than criticism".

"Call me stupid. I hope I am right," McCartney said, after inviting Christiana Figueres, the former UN climate chief who was engineered the Paris agreement, to meet a group of fashion movers and shakers on the eve of her show.&nbsp;

"I choose to believe that I can make change, that I can show them a great example of a different way of doing business," McCartney said.

- 'I won't let it go' -

"If my business is healthy -- which I need it to be to shout to them that this can be the future of fashion -- then I believe they are not going to sit back and ignore me," she added.

LVMH "saw the quality of products I was making and they compared it to the quality being made by all the other brands that are killing millions of animals and the environment, and they said, 'Hey this looks the same,'" McCartney said.

But the designer -- the daughter of Beatle Paul McCartney -- did not defend LVHM's decision not to sign the "Fashion Pact" on fighting climate change at the G7 summit in France last year, which was championed by its main rival, Kering.&nbsp;

LVMH, whose huge stable of labels includes Dior, Louis Vuitton and Givenchy, is seen as lagging behind Kering, which owned half of McCartney's brand until she bought them out last year.

"I think it sends out a huge positive message that Mr Arnault has invested in a house that is this sustainable and has this kind of conversation the night before its show.&nbsp;

"He is not here telling me I can't do this. He is fully behind it," McCartney insisted.

"I am his personal adviser on sustainability... and I am hugely passionate about it. I am not going to let it go. We will see what I can do, but my intention is to do something.

- 'Let's make change' -

"F***&nbsp;it, let's make change," she declared.

Asked if getting into bed with Arnault -- once dubbed "the wolf in a cashmere coat" -- wasn't risky for her brand, McCartney hit back that she "might have a few fleas myself -- but they are good ones that I am taking into another dog house.

"I also showed them a business model that was healthy and was making change and that was accepted and that was beautiful," she added.

The British creator has built up a formidable reputation for producing classy and wearable clothes that are ethically produced, pioneering recycled wool and new vegan materials to replace leather and fur.

The climate message has been omnipresent in Paris fashion week LVMH brand Dior festooning its show with neon slogans such as "Patriarchy = CO2" and "Patriarchy = climate emergency" that might make uncomfortable reading for its owner.

Stella McCartney pledged Monday to try to change the world's biggest luxury fashion group from within after LVMH took a stake in her label, one of the most sustainable in the world.

Stella McCartney pledged Monday to try to change the world's biggest luxury fashion group from within after LVMH took a stake in her label, one of the most sustainable in the world. The British designer made a spirited defense of her decision to become "personal sustainability adviser" to LVMH owner Bernard Arnault, who regularly swaps places with Amazon boss Jeff Bezos at the top of the list of the world's richest men. "My mum (the late animal rights activist Linda McCartney) used to say infiltrate from within," McCartney told AFP hours before her Paris fashion week show, which featured lots of vegan leather and a menagerie of furry-costumed animals who skins are used in fashion. And she batted away fears that Arnault was using her for window dressing after he dismissed teenage Swedish activist Greta Thunberg as not "offering anything other than criticism". "Call me stupid. I hope I am right," McCartney said, after inviting Christiana Figueres, the former UN climate chief who was engineered the Paris agreement, to meet a group of fashion movers and shakers on the eve of her show. "I choose to believe that I can make change, that I can show them a great example of a different way of doing business," McCartney said. - 'I won't let it go' - "If my business is healthy -- which I need it to be to shout to them that this can be the future of fashion -- then I believe they are not going to sit back and ignore me," she added. LVMH "saw the quality of products I was making and they compared it to the quality being made by all the other brands that are killing millions of animals and the environment, and they said, 'Hey this looks the same,'" McCartney said. But the designer -- the daughter of Beatle Paul McCartney -- did not defend LVHM's decision not to sign the "Fashion Pact" on fighting climate change at the G7 summit in France last year, which was championed by its main rival, Kering. LVMH, whose huge stable of labels includes Dior, Louis Vuitton and Givenchy, is seen as lagging behind Kering, which owned half of McCartney's brand until she bought them out last year. "I think it sends out a huge positive message that Mr Arnault has invested in a house that is this sustainable and has this kind of conversation the night before its show. "He is not here telling me I can't do this. He is fully behind it," McCartney insisted. "I am his personal adviser on sustainability... and I am hugely passionate about it. I am not going to let it go. We will see what I can do, but my intention is to do something. - 'Let's make change' - "F*** it, let's make change," she declared. Asked if getting into bed with Arnault -- once dubbed "the wolf in a cashmere coat" -- wasn't risky for her brand, McCartney hit back that she "might have a few fleas myself -- but they are good ones that I am taking into another dog house. "I also showed them a business model that was healthy and was making change and that was accepted and that was beautiful," she added. The British creator has built up a formidable reputation for producing classy and wearable clothes that are ethically produced, pioneering recycled wool and new vegan materials to replace leather and fur. The climate message has been omnipresent in Paris fashion week LVMH brand Dior festooning its show with neon slogans such as "Patriarchy = CO2" and "Patriarchy = climate emergency" that might make uncomfortable reading for its owner.

'Call me stupid but I believe I can change' fashion giant, says Stella McCartney

On Monday, the French multinational luxury brand LVMH&nbsp;announced a tie-up with British designer Stella McCartney whose brand is&nbsp;known for its&nbsp;animal-friendly ethics. The announcement comes after Stella ended a long term partnership with LVMH's arch-rival Kering.&nbsp;

LVMH owns various fashion labels, including Givenchy, Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior. Although they gave no financial details, it was said that Stella McCartney would have majority ownership of her label and will stay on as the creative chief.&nbsp;

Like most fashion brands these days, LVMH&nbsp;has been trying to increase its environmental credentials since young shoppers are showing a penchant for 'greener' brands which do not deal use&nbsp;animal fur.&nbsp;

Stella has been a long-time advocate of green fashion, relying on imitation leather for her handbags and participating in numerous initiatives to promote the second-hand luxury market.&nbsp; 
 
"A decisive factor was that she was the first to put sustainability and ethical issues on the front stage, very early on," LVMH's billionaire boss Bernard Arnault said of the deal in a statement.&nbsp; 
 
Stella will be advising&nbsp;LVMH's executive committee on matters of sustainability, the group added.&nbsp; 
 
LVMH's move to pair up with Stella McCartney&nbsp;also ramps up&nbsp;their&nbsp;competition with Kering. 
 
Even though Kering is a much smaller group than LVMH, they are the owners of one of the most popular luxury fashion brand- Gucci. The group, which is run by French billionaire, Francois-Henri Pinault had been steadily helping Stella build her brand for almost 17 years before she bought back her 50% stake in March, earlier this year.&nbsp; 
 
When asked about her reasons for leaving Kering, the designer did not reveal much and just said, "Having control of the company is important when your name is above the door and I think if you have that option it's rude not to."

Stella also said in a statement that she had received interest from other investors.&nbsp; 
 
"While these approaches were interesting none could match the conversation I had with Bernard Arnault and his son Antoine," McCartney told a news agency, adding that the group wanted to "accelerate the full potential of the brand." 
 
Stella McCartney was born in London and is the daughter of 'Beatles' singer Paul McCartney.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She had launched her label in partnership with the Gucci group in 2001.&nbsp;

On Monday, the French multinational luxury brand LVMH announced a tie-up with British designer Stella McCartney whose brand is known for its animal-friendly ethics.

On Monday, the French multinational luxury brand LVMH announced a tie-up with British designer Stella McCartney whose brand is known for its animal-friendly ethics. The announcement comes after Stella ended a long term partnership with LVMH's arch-rival Kering. LVMH owns various fashion labels, including Givenchy, Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior. Although they gave no financial details, it was said that Stella McCartney would have majority ownership of her label and will stay on as the creative chief. Like most fashion brands these days, LVMH has been trying to increase its environmental credentials since young shoppers are showing a penchant for 'greener' brands which do not deal use animal fur. Stella has been a long-time advocate of green fashion, relying on imitation leather for her handbags and participating in numerous initiatives to promote the second-hand luxury market. "A decisive factor was that she was the first to put sustainability and ethical issues on the front stage, very early on," LVMH's billionaire boss Bernard Arnault said of the deal in a statement. Stella will be advising LVMH's executive committee on matters of sustainability, the group added. LVMH's move to pair up with Stella McCartney also ramps up their competition with Kering. Even though Kering is a much smaller group than LVMH, they are the owners of one of the most popular luxury fashion brand- Gucci. The group, which is run by French billionaire, Francois-Henri Pinault had been steadily helping Stella build her brand for almost 17 years before she bought back her 50% stake in March, earlier this year. When asked about her reasons for leaving Kering, the designer did not reveal much and just said, "Having control of the company is important when your name is above the door and I think if you have that option it's rude not to." Stella also said in a statement that she had received interest from other investors. "While these approaches were interesting none could match the conversation I had with Bernard Arnault and his son Antoine," McCartney told a news agency, adding that the group wanted to "accelerate the full potential of the brand." Stella McCartney was born in London and is the daughter of 'Beatles' singer Paul McCartney. She had launched her label in partnership with the Gucci group in 2001.

Luxury fashion brand LVMH teams up with Stella McCartney, igniting old fashion rivalries

Britain`s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan bestowed names on Wednesday to two newly-hatched young of <a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/prince-harry-and-meghan-arrive-in-new-zealand-for-final-leg-of-pacific-tour-173943">New Zealand's</a> national bird, the kiwi, in the northeastern town of Rotorua, on the final day of their two-week tour of the Pacific. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/prince-harry-loses-from-meghan-markle-in-a-gumboot-toss-in-new-zealand-174386">Also see:&nbsp;Prince Harry loses to Meghan Markle in a gumboot toss in New Zealand</a> 
 
The couple visited a breeding programme for the endangered species and admired two three-day-old chicks, whom they named Koha, meaning 'gift', and Tihei, derived from a phrase that means "sneeze of life" in the indigenous Te Reo Maori language. 
 
Earlier, Harry led a group at a Maori meeting ground in singing 'Te Aroha', a traditional song, whose name means 'Love'&nbsp;in Te Reo. 
 
The couple was welcomed at Te Papaiouru Marae, visited by Harry's grandmother Queen Elizabeth in her coronation year of 1953, in Rotorua, a town famed for its geothermal activity and described by its mayor as the 'heartland of Maori culture'.&nbsp; 
 
Meghan, who wore a navy Stella McCartney dress and a carved greenstone necklace gifted by the country`s governor general and Harry, in a grey suit, were both adorned with feathered cloaks gifted by local Maori.

Harry began his speech in the Te Reo language and ended it with a Maori proverb, drawing applause from the crowd with his strong pronunciation. 
Then he led the song.

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/in-photos-meghan-markle-stuns-in-blue-gown-with-prince-harry-at-an-event-in-fiji-173363">Also see:&nbsp;In photos, Meghan Markle stuns in </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/in-photos-meghan-markle-stuns-in-blue-gown-with-prince-harry-at-an-event-in-fiji-173363">blue</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/in-photos-meghan-markle-stuns-in-blue-gown-with-prince-harry-at-an-event-in-fiji-173363"> gown with Prince Harry at an event in Fiji</a> 
 
His enthusiasm for the Maori language was welcomed by Rotorua Mayor Steve Chadwick, who said, "As our confidence as a bilingual district grows, so does our confidence in our people and our future." 
 
The use of Te Reo Maori language is experiencing a revival in New Zealand, after years of decline when policymakers cracked down on its use, particularly in schools.&nbsp; 
 
Free Maori language courses often report being booked out and Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has said her infant daughter Neve Te Aroha will learn it alongside English. 
 
Later, with Meghan wearing black puffa jacket, black trousers and flat shoes and Harry in a black shirt and beige chinos, they visited a tree-top canopy in a redwood tree forest, followed by a walkabout meeting with some of the public. 
 
A group of children gave an impromptu haka, a traditional war dance made famous by New Zealand`s All Blacks rugby team. 
 
A toddler wandered towards Harry through the metal barricades holding back the crowds, but the prince quickly sought out his family and directed him back.&nbsp; 
 
The couple, who are expecting their first child in the northern spring, were set to leave New Zealand for London on Thursday, after a 16-day tour that also covered <a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/prince-harry-megan-arrive-in-australia-for-first-overseas-tour-171528">Australia</a>, Fiji and Tonga.

Britain`s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan bestowed names on Wednesday to two newly-hatched young of New Zealand's national bird, the kiwi, in the northeastern town of Rotorua, on the final day of their two-week tour of the Pacific.

Britain`s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan bestowed names on Wednesday to two newly-hatched young of New Zealand's national bird, the kiwi, in the northeastern town of Rotorua, on the final day of their two-week tour of the Pacific. Also see: Prince Harry loses to Meghan Markle in a gumboot toss in New Zealand The couple visited a breeding programme for the endangered species and admired two three-day-old chicks, whom they named Koha, meaning 'gift', and Tihei, derived from a phrase that means "sneeze of life" in the indigenous Te Reo Maori language. Earlier, Harry led a group at a Maori meeting ground in singing 'Te Aroha', a traditional song, whose name means 'Love' in Te Reo. The couple was welcomed at Te Papaiouru Marae, visited by Harry's grandmother Queen Elizabeth in her coronation year of 1953, in Rotorua, a town famed for its geothermal activity and described by its mayor as the 'heartland of Maori culture'. Meghan, who wore a navy Stella McCartney dress and a carved greenstone necklace gifted by the country`s governor general and Harry, in a grey suit, were both adorned with feathered cloaks gifted by local Maori. Harry began his speech in the Te Reo language and ended it with a Maori proverb, drawing applause from the crowd with his strong pronunciation. Then he led the song. Also see: In photos, Meghan Markle stuns in blue gown with Prince Harry at an event in Fiji His enthusiasm for the Maori language was welcomed by Rotorua Mayor Steve Chadwick, who said, "As our confidence as a bilingual district grows, so does our confidence in our people and our future." The use of Te Reo Maori language is experiencing a revival in New Zealand, after years of decline when policymakers cracked down on its use, particularly in schools. Free Maori language courses often report being booked out and Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has said her infant daughter Neve Te Aroha will learn it alongside English. Later, with Meghan wearing black puffa jacket, black trousers and flat shoes and Harry in a black shirt and beige chinos, they visited a tree-top canopy in a redwood tree forest, followed by a walkabout meeting with some of the public. A group of children gave an impromptu haka, a traditional war dance made famous by New Zealand`s All Blacks rugby team. A toddler wandered towards Harry through the metal barricades holding back the crowds, but the prince quickly sought out his family and directed him back. The couple, who are expecting their first child in the northern spring, were set to leave New Zealand for London on Thursday, after a 16-day tour that also covered Australia, Fiji and Tonga.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle name two young chicks in New Zealand