In Paris, Tom Ford presented its new collection as part of Fashion Week, offering a more restrained yet equally provocative take on the house’s signature aesthetic of unapologetic sensuality.

Rather than relying on obvious seduction, Haider Ackermann, the house’s designer, focused on bare skin, plunging necklines, sheer fabrics, leather and dramatic silhouettes, leaving plenty of room for the imagination. The runway brought together Tom Ford’s signature sensuality, Ackermann’s distinctive sense of decadence and an underlying sense of danger that became one of the defining moods of the show.

In his notes accompanying the collection, the designer explained that he wanted to move beyond Tom Ford’s familiar image of the seductive woman. His aim was to «move closer to danger» and explore another side of nudity.

«There is something deeply sexual about a body that reveals itself but does not offer itself», Ackermann said.

That idea became one of the central themes of the show. The presentation took place in a dark, mirrored space, where models walked in looks that balanced on the line between revealing and refined.

The runway featured plunging swimsuits, silk and leather robes, jackets worn against bare skin, sheer skirts, structured bustiers, tops made from neckties and provocative bodysuits. One of the most striking looks featured a bodysuit completely covered in rhinestones and finished with intricate draping.

The swimsuits, in particular, evoked the aesthetic of Helmut Newton’s photography from the 1990s — with the characteristic combination of strength, eroticism and cinematic drama found throughout his work.

Ackermann also retained one of his favorite signatures — a rich, saturated color palette. Classic black and white were joined by deep shades of red, green and blue, along with olive and pale blue. Rich reds stood out in particular, recalling the shades of Tom Ford lipsticks.

Another highlight was a series of long maxi skirts with trains, as well as red dresses featuring extreme cutouts, adding an extra layer of theatricality to the collection.

The menswear continued the same interplay between nudity and classic tailoring. Mini shorts were paired with sweaters, while two-piece suits either left the torso exposed or featured a tailored jacket worn with a mesh tank top.

Among the star guests at the show were Shakira, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Michael Jackson’s daughter Paris Jackson, Kate Moss, Cara Delevingne and Cynthia Erivo.

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British singer Adele, who announced a break from her music career in November last year, is preparing for her first appearance on the big screen. The artist will star in Tom Ford’s new film Cry to Heaven, an adaptation of Anne Rice’s 1982 novel of the same name – the author best known for Interview with the Vampire. The news was reported by Deadline.

Adele’s co-stars include Hunter Schafer, Nicholas Hoult, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Colin Firth, Owen Cooper, Paul Bettany, Thandiwe Newton, George MacKay, and Mark Strong.

Set in 18th-century Italy, the story follows two young men: 15-year-old Venetian aristocrat Tonio Treschi and Guido Maffeo, a peasant from Calabria. Both dream of finding fame in the world of opera.

The film is scheduled for release in the fall of 2026.

Tom Ford retains full creative control over the project: he serves as director and producer through his own company Fade To Black, wrote the screenplay, and is also co-financing the film.

Cry to Heaven marks Ford’s third directorial effort. His previous works include the drama A Single Man (2009), starring Colin Firth, and the thriller Nocturnal Animals (2016), featuring Aaron Taylor-Johnson. The latter won the Grand Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival and received nine BAFTA nominations as well as three Golden Globe nods.

Photo: Instagram @adele

Just days after Milan Fashion Week came to a close, all eyes turned to another fashion capital – Paris, where Haider Ackermann presented his first Spring/Summer collection for Tom Ford.

The show unfolded in an intimate setting: only 150 guests gathered at the Pavillon Vendôme, discreetly tucked between two iconic Parisian landmarks – the Hôtel Costes and the Ritz.

From the very first moment, an air of exclusivity pervaded the room. Models strode onto the runway with their heads held high, as if to underscore the untouchable nature of their looks. For Ackermann, there is no room for «understated luxury» – his aesthetic thrives on a bold fusion of glamour and refined sharpness.

The show opened with three striking women in coat-dresses made of semi-transparent lizard skin with a lustrous lacquered finish.

What followed were weighty, masculine-cut suits paired with miniature bras, and impeccably tailored suede biker jackets.

Hairstyles were no less expressive: women walked with graphic bob cuts reminiscent of the late 1950s, while men appeared with sleek, slicked-back hair, evoking the cinematic heroes of that era.

Eveningwear took a daring turn with flowing chiffon gowns accentuated by revealing cutouts.

«My work is about strength and fragility, about the desire to be seen and to step beyond boundaries. This show reflects what goes on in my head», Haider explained amidst a crowd of congratulating guests.

The grand finale belonged to the legendary Erin O’Connor and Scott Barnhill, who dominated the runway in matching cobalt-blue suits. Their strides were underscored by a remix of David Bowie’s iconic track Heroes – the perfect ending to the night.

Photo: Vogue Runway

Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie stars in a new ad campaign for Tom Ford Beauty, promoting the Runway Lip Color line.

In the video, created by renowned fashion photography duo Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott, the movie star is captured in her usual setting — on set.

The shots show Angelina preparing for a role, reading a script, posing for the camera, and applying the bold red shade 16 Scarlet Rouge to her lips.

The campaign turned out to be dynamic, intimate, and seductive, thanks to the filming style and, of course, Jolie’s charm.

Interestingly, Angelina and Tom Ford Beauty only began collaborating in August 2024, making this video one of their first projects together.

Photo: Tom Ford

American designer, businessman, and filmmaker Tom Ford, who sold his eponymous brand for $2.8 billion in 2022, will be honored at The Fashion Awards 2024. The British Fashion Council will present Ford with a special award for his outstanding achievements in the fashion industry, reports WWD.

This award will recognize Ford’s role as a leading figure in the fashion world and his «incredible creativity», which spans his eponymous brand and the collections he created for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent. Ford made a name for himself by transforming Gucci into one of the most popular brands of the 1990s with its ultra-sensual and bold visual aesthetics.

«For over three decades, his visionary work has continuously pushed boundaries in every field he has engaged in — from transforming Gucci into a fashion powerhouse and launching an incredibly successful eponymous brand, establishing a design studio in London, to creating his own award-winning films. He is truly a trailblazer and a fashion icon, and we can’t wait to celebrate this with him»,— commented Caroline Rush, Chief Executive of the British Fashion Council.

The Fashion Awards 2024 ceremony will take place on December 2 at the Royal Albert Hall in London.

Previous recipients of this award include Valentino Garavani, Giorgio Armani, Miuccia Prada, Ralph Lauren, Karl Lagerfeld, Anna Wintour, and other outstanding figures in the fashion industry.