As the year winds down and the festive season wraps us in its glow, the pace of work softens. It’s the perfect time to pause, reflect, and set intentions for the year ahead. For me, 2026 is about embracing a deeper, more meaningful version of work-life balance—one that doesn’t mean working less, but living more. Work-life balance isn’t about “quiet … Read More
From Runway to Reality: Sharon Graubard Breaks Down FW26
As the excitement of Fashion Week fades, the Fall/Winter 2026 scene is coming into focus, revealing nuanced shifts in color, texture, and silhouettes. This season invites brands and designers to approach their collections with intention, balancing creativity with purpose, and translating the runway’s inspiration into pieces that resonate with today’s consumer. To give readers a deeper perspective, we spoke with … Read More
Bibliothèque Intérieur — Volume 2. The Inner Library of Fashion Inspiration
Upon sharing a recent reflective article on the concept of the Bibliothèque Intérieur—the inner library within—it became clear how deeply this idea resonates across many aspects of my life. One of the most significant is my career, where creativity, strategy, and storytelling intersect daily. This realization has inspired the development of an entire series, exploring how this metaphorical library informs … Read More
Why Branding Can Make or Break Your Business
The Foundation of a Strong Brand In today’s competitive landscape, a strong brand is far more than a marketing tool, it’s the foundation that defines how your company is perceived, trusted, and remembered. At Stars Design Group, we’ve seen that branding can be the difference between a product that makes a brief appearance in the market and a brand that … Read More
Fashion & Global Industry Brief: Trade Shifts, Monsoon Chaos, and Luxury Retail Moves – May 2025
From shifting global trade priorities to evolving strategies in luxury retail and industry accountability, May 2025 has seen a wide range of impactful developments. In this roundup, we explore how President Trump’s new tariff stance is raising concerns in the textile sector, why Mumbai’s record-breaking monsoon is straining infrastructure, and how fashion giants are navigating labor reform, digital transformation, and … Read More