Shopping enthusiasts are eager to purchase the new coat in the fall with the label “daring and edgy.”
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Sainsbury’s Brown Patent Faux Leather Coat(Image: Sainsbury’s )
Sainsbury’s shoppers are heaping praise on a “fabulous” coat they’ve spotted online. The retail giant is well known for its on-trend and affordable fashion – and now there’s a new must-have in stock.
The supermarket is selling a new coat that shoppers are keen to snap up for their autumn wardrobes. The faux leather coat was shared across the retailer’s social media channels.
On Instagram, Sainsbury’s shared a video of creator Ellen Brockbank showing off the jacket. The post was captioned: “This faux leather coat was a firm favourite from our style stop with @elleuk & @ellenbrockygirl.”
Ellen stated in the video, “This piece will undoubtedly be this piece if you want something a little more daring and edgy to add to your wardrobe for the fall.”
There are “so many ways to wear this,” according to the spokesperson. Wear it with some excellent gray jeans. Love this combination in particular.
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“This also makes a fantastic winter evening out,” the author says. It could be paired with a pair of knee-high heel boots, a mini dress, and a mini skirt.
The product shown in the clip is Sainsbury’s Tu Brown Patent Faux Leather Coat. It is priced at £45 and is available in sizes small to XXL
The coat is lined, has a button fastening, and has a longline design. It can be machine washed, and the lining is made of 100% Polyester.
This brown coat redefines contemporary outerwear style, according to the full product description. It is made of a striking patent-like material and is handcrafted in a faux leather. The front and cuffs have button fastenings, which are also included. finished with a collar detail.
Former Love Island and The Only Way Is Essex star takes us inside her red TK Maxx bag and explained that Friends legend Rachel Green still influences her wardrobe
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Olivia Attwood launches TK Maxx ‘What’s In Your Bag’ YouTube series(Image: TK Maxx/ Cover Images)
If Rachel Green had a YouTube channel and a red TK Maxx bag, it might look a lot like this.
Olivia Attwood is fronting a new series on YouTube that’s part fashion confessional and part treasure hunt – and it’s all about bringing high style to the everyday. In the first episode, TV personality and former Love Islander Olivia talks about her fashion inspirations and favourite picks across fashion, accessories, and home décor.
From luxury labels to unexpected gems, she demonstrates how to curate a stylish wardrobe and living space, proving that iconic style doesn’t need a high price tag.
And as the UK hunkers down in readiness for the colder seasons, Olivia unpacks her signature TK Maxx tote to reveal her autumn essentials, including luxe cashmere, forever-denim, and the sunglasses she never leaves home without. She will also address her must-have staples and beauty essentials.
Olivia also shares how Friends icon Rachel Green still influences her wardrobe, explains why she might be behind the collectable Labubu toy craze, and gives a stylish shoutout to her beloved dogs with TK Maxx’s top pet accessories.
With her signature mix of humour and effortless style, Olivia reminds viewers that every day can be iconic – whether you’re throwing on the perfect off-duty look or proving that great denim really can carry you through anything.
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The What’s in Your Bag campaign launches today across TK Maxx’s social channels, inviting shoppers to discover their own one-of-a-kind finds. The ongoing series will feature fashion influencers from across Europe revealing what’s inside their iconic TK Maxx red bags.
On Wednesday (October 1), Janet Jackson and Paris Jackson, the daughter of the late Micheal Jackson, had a sweet moment while attending Paris Fashion Week.
Janet Jackson made a rare appearance at Paris Fashion Week on October 1st, and everyone was watching. In the French capital city, the 59-year-old singer and her niece Paris Jackson, who is the son of Michael Jackson, sat together.
The singer wore a floor-length skirt, a cinched short-sleeve leather top, an oversized leather blazer, and pointed heels in an all-black ensemble. She wore smokey eye makeup and gold hoop earrings.
Paris paired her black leather high heels with a floor-length, long-sleeved black dress with a slit up the waist. For the city’s Tom Ford show, she finished her look with a variety of rings.
Chris Evans has sparked a meltdown amongst Oasis fans after appearing to suggest that the band will be releasing news relating to the future of the group
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Oasis have been riding a supersonic high since their reunion(Image: Big Brother Recordings)
Oasis fans are in meltdown after Chris Evans hinted at huge news from the band. Millions of fans across the world have been riding a supersonic high since once warring brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher hit the road for the first time in 16 years, earlier this year.
Their mammoth Oasis Live ’25 tour kicked off in Cardiff, before travelling to Manchester, Edinburgh, London, California, New Jersey, Mexico, Los Angeles and Toronto. In just a matter of weeks, they will be heading Down Under for their shows in Melbourne and their final show, November 8, in Sydney.
However, many fans believe that the mighty Manchester band will be continuing to ride the wave of success well into next year, and that has been spearheaded by radio DJ Chris. During his Thursday morning breakfast slot on Virgin Radio, he hinted that there would be major news about the band.
The news instantly spread like wildfire, causing the official Oasis website to completely crash and display an Error 44 warning. Fans have since taken to a fan page to share their excitement, with one writing: “Don’t know if anyone else heard it but Chris Evans has said on his breakfast show this morning that there’s Oasis news coming today.
“He’s just said again it’s big news for 2026.” A second penned: “I’m going to be stuck refreshing the web page now for the rest of the day but won’t give up trying. I made it to Knebworth but never managed tickets this year despite hours of trying.” “Etihad June, between the Take That gigs… ITS ON,” exclaimed another.
Meanwhile, a fourth added: “Europe 2026!” Many fans have noticed that there are ten days between Take That’s performance at the Etihad on June 21 and their final show on July 1, instantly sparking speculation that Oasis could perform at their home stadium between the shows.
Elsewhere, others believe that the band will also be announcing a string of dates at Knebworth Park, which would mark 30 years since their record-breaking shows on August 10 and 11, 1996, at the iconic venue. At the time, 250,000 people attended the shows, with a further 2.5 million attempting to obtain tickets.
However, the Mirror understands that there will be no future shows from Oasis and their current tour is the only chance to see the band perform. Liam, however, has also joined in on the speculation that more dates will be announced.
On Wednesday, the rocker took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to drop a string of clues to his fans. In view of his 3.8 million followers on the platform, he said: “Big announcement coming soon keep your eyes peeled.” A follow up message read: “Ready.”
Liam went on to tweet: “Shall I give you another 5 mins,” before following up with: “Rite this is it we’re going in [sic].” However, his message turned out to be: “I am the f**king b******s.” Days prior, he also shared a message on social media, allegedly referencing more shows.
While he was quick to remove his post, fans had already screenshotted Liam’s tweet. He wrote in Roman numerals: “MMXXV11.” Fans quickly shared their theories as one said: “It was 2025 in roman numerals with an 11 after it, so I’d imagine it’s an announcement in November 2025.” Another added: “Maybe it’s the year we’ll get a new album.
“There’s definitely something going on next year though as he’s been saying ‘see you next year’ multiple times this tour, and Noel trying to change the subject when being asked about Knebworth next year.”
During the performance at Wembley Stadium this weekend, Liam told the sold-out crowd: “I wanna thank you lot for keeping the faith and putting this band back on the f**king map. Champagne Supernova. See you next year!” However, the band will be re-releasing a 30th anniversary edition of their second album, (What’s The Story) Morning Glory?, which includes a new version of Acquiesce.
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Elsewhere, an Oasis Live ’25 Opus book has been announced, revealing reunion pictures as well as pictures shot across the tour. Photographer Simon Emmett said: “Being chosen to photograph the top-secret Oasis reunion portraits was a real honour.
“As the only photographer to document it from the very start through to the end of the tour, it’s been a truly unique and privileged experience and insight. The extraordinary mania and positivity has been intoxicating. Much more than a band reunion, it’s been a real cultural movement.”
After making a passionate plea to her audience during the first leg of her European Infinity Heart Tour, JoJo Siwa’s social media platform slammed furiously.
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JoJo has been criticised after her plea to fans(Image: instagram)
JoJo Siwa’s passionate appeal to her fans has caused outrage. The 22-year-old performer is currently on her Infinity Heart Tour through Europe, which kicked off with a performance in Dublin, Ireland, on Monday (29.10 25), and she had to make an appeal to her audience during the opening night because her boyfriend was present.
She can be heard saying, “I know we all love Chris Hughes, but he’s my boyfriend, and I want him to watch my show,” in a TikTok video that a fan posted. I’ll have to restart if he turns around and takes another selfie. Don’t engage in that behavior. Deal ?
You can pose far away, I say. Please allow the guy to watch while you can video him. Promise ? I cherish you. JoJo Siwa is angry that her boyfriend Chris Hughes isn’t paying attention to her show in Dublin, Ireland, according to a fan on the video-sharing platform.
She is big mad, along with a number of crying-with-joke emojis, added a second. Another person criticized her fans for requesting too many selfies with Chris Hughes, telling me you’re insecure without telling me. A fourth person continued to write, “You know she’s low-key serious. “
The former Celebrity Big Brother UK contestant – who encountered Chris whilst appearing on the Channel 4 reality programme – seemed to maintain a playful, light-hearted manner, though fans were convinced she remained “low key serious” with the appeal.
She made the joke that, “Babe, you always treat everyone with kindness, but come on. Here, I want to be a little selfish. Let’s take a moment to think.
JoJo recently admitted that their relationship is unlike anything she’s ever had, and that she is “in the mood for a marriage with her partner.”
She stated on the Reign with Josh Smith podcast last month, “I’m happy. Never have I desired such a bad future. Never, ever have I wanted to just keep growing because of love. Never have I kept such a loving love safe. I’ve never given a second thought so much.
Never have I desired a wedding, I thought. I’ve always wanted to go sign a piece of paper or visit Vegas, but I’ve always wanted to because I want to get married and want my dad to make me want butterflies and first dance… I’m happy”.
Elsewhere, JoJo praised her boyfriend for “staying silent” as she made a very clear dig at his ex-girlfriend, Olivia Attwood. The pair have had an ongoing feud since they broke up seven years ago after meeting on Love Island. However, fans have noticed that Olivia hasn’t seemed shy about expressing her negative feelings about her ex, particularly after he began dating the 22-year-old pop star.
Fans took to Twitter to inquire what Olivia thought of the situation during Chris and Jojo’s appearance on Celebrity Big Brother earlier this year. She seemed to suggest that Chris had ulterior reasons for getting close to JoJo, as Olivia said.
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He has kept his mouth shut because he is such a good man. Always be aware that each story has a different story’s side, JoJo said.
Fashion history is often told through a narrow lens, but the likes of Gabrielle Chanel, Christian Dior and Pierre Balmain are not the only ones who have shaped the industry
Fashion history is far too frequently recounted through a restrictive perspective. The names of Gabrielle Chanel, Christian Dior and Pierre Balmain are lauded for their creativity – yet there’s considerably more to fashion history than Parisian couturiers.
Interwoven throughout every period of style revolution are the concepts, craftsmanship and bravery of black designers who propelled the industry onwards.
From London’s streetwear trailblazers to the haute couture establishments of Paris and New York, their contributions have transformed not merely how garments appear but what they represent.
As Black History Month encourages us to rediscover forgotten legends, here are 11 black designers who have helped mould fashion history.
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Willi Smith
Regarded by the fashion industry as the creator of streetwear, Willi Smith merged reasonably-priced clothing with luxury, altering the course of American fashion throughout the 20th century.
Smith established his legendary brand WilliWear Ltd. in 1976 and earned over $25 million (£18.5 million) in sales by 1986, proving the appeal of his creations, which captured a cheerful and relaxed approach to fashion.
From the beginning, he aimed to create garments that were accessible, gender-neutral and grounded in what individuals were already sporting on the streets.
His vision was egalitarian. As he expressed it, “I don’t design clothes for the Queen, but for the people who wave at her as she goes by.” Though Smith passed away in 1987 aged just 39, his influence remains substantial today.
He might not always be the initial name that springs to mind when considering streetwear or sportswear, but his drive to democratise fashion and integrate style into everyday existence proved revolutionary.
Stephen Burrows
During the early Seventies, Stephen Burrows emerged as the dazzling young talent of American fashion.
Operating from a modest workshop in New York before establishing his own boutique at Henri Bendel, he transformed soft jersey into vibrant colour-blocked garments featuring his now-iconic “lettuce hem” that fluttered as the wearer moved.
His designs embodied Seventies nightlife culture: effortless, seductive and exuberant, crafted for a generation embracing liberation on the dance floor.
Burrows’ crowning achievement arrived in 1973, when he became the youngest amongst five Americans selected to present at the Battle of Versailles, the cross-Atlantic competition that established US sportswear’s reputation.
Whilst French couture remained rooted in convention, Burrows’ flowing shapes and striking colours appeared revolutionary. The ovation that evening established him as amongst the first black designers to achieve such worldwide recognition.
Patrick Kelly
An acclaimed African-American fashion designer who rose to prominence in France during the mid-Eighties, Mississippi-born Patrick Kelly became the first American admitted into the esteemed Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode. Kelly’s creations are celebrated for their incredibly vibrant, playful nature, drawing heavily from pop culture and black heritage.
During the Black Lives Matter demonstrations, Kelly’s reputation gained prominence through The Kelly Initiative, a collective of black industry professionals campaigning for fair employment prospects for black talent within the sector.
Growing up surrounded by quilts, buttons and his grandmother’s sewing tuition, Kelly channelled that deep-rooted connection into dynamic designs after establishing himself in Paris.
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His creations – jersey frocks in brilliant colours, decorated with clashing buttons and bows – are celebrated for their incredibly vibrant, playful nature, drawing heavily from folklore and black heritage.
By 1988, Kelly’s catwalk presentations showcased everything from flawless tailoring to extravagant showmanship – sharp flannel one moment, dramatic gardenia-adorned plunging necklines the next. However, it was his belief that fashion could simultaneously be daring, amusing and haute couture that ensured his impact endured well beyond his premature death in 1990.
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Dapper Dan
Daniel “Dapper Dan” Day transformed Eighties storefront tailoring into something remarkable.
In 1982, he launched Dapper Dan’s Boutique on 125th Street in Manhattan – a venue where high-end brands and hip-hop culture merged. Using screen-printed versions of Gucci, Fendi, Louis Vuitton and other high-end logos on leather bombers, tracksuits and custom gowns, he remixed exclusivity into the vernacular of street style, giving power back to a community that’d long been shut out of runway rooms.
His shop became a destination for the stars of hip-hop: Salt-N-Pepa, LL Cool J, Mike Tyson, Bobby Brown – people who weren’t just wearing fashion but embodying it.
Dapper Dan’s bold use of logos and his playful confrontation with copyright sparked legal fights, counterfeiting raids and ultimately the closure of his original shop in 1992.
Decades later, the tables turned. In a striking move, Gucci acknowledged his influence in 2017, opening a partnership and even a new atelier in Harlem in 2018.
Today, Dapper Dan stands not as an outlaw but as a founding father of luxury streetwear: someone whose audacity reshaped how fashion, status and identity intertwine.
Ozwald Boateng
In the mid-Nineties, Ozwald Boateng emerged from north London with something that felt both timeless and electric. Born in Muswell Hill to Ghanaian parents, he grew up watching his father in immaculate suits; his mother’s sewing machine taught him discipline, colour and shape.
By his early 20s he’d sold his first collection in Covent Garden, and in 1994 became the first tailor to show in Paris Fashion Week – presenting bespoke menswear in sharp, slim cuts and his signature unexpected palette.
Boateng’s suits embodied a fresh take on formal attire for a new generation. Then, in 1995, he made history by becoming the youngest tailor to open a shop on the iconic Savile Row, infusing its time-honoured traditions with his youthful energy and vibrant colours.
He masterfully blended the meticulous art of British tailoring with elements that paid homage to his roots. Over time, he dressed Hollywood celebrities, designed uniforms, collaborated with Givenchy, and showcased retrospectives in museums.
In doing so, he reinvigorated Savile Row not as a relic of the past, but as a crossroads between tradition and identity – leaving behind a style legacy that continues to echo today.
Tracy Reese
After honing her skills at the esteemed Parsons Fashion School in New York, Tracy Reese launched her eponymous collection in 1998, quickly gaining recognition for her exuberant prints, bright hues, and vintage-inspired femininity.
Her designs weren’t merely aesthetic; they carried a personal touch, encouraging women to move, mix, and celebrate their individuality and narrative.
Alongside her main line, Reese introduced diffusion lines like Plenty and Frock! to extend her design influence to broader markets. Her creations found their way into the closets of notable figures, including former First Lady Michelle Obama, which helped redefine expectations for American ready-to-wear.
In the 2010s, Reese started to reconsider how fashion could be more considerate towards the environment. She decided to shut down her larger operations and returned to Detroit, where she launched Hope for Flowers, a more sustainable venture that focuses on local production, ethical materials and community engagement.
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Virgil Abloh
Born in Chicago, designer, entrepreneur, stylist and DJ Virgil Abloh was raised in suburban Illinois by Ghanaian parents. He initially trained as an architect before transitioning into fashion through his love for music, art and a friendship with rapper Kanye West.
His unique design elements such as quotation marks, zip ties and industrial straps quickly became the go-to symbols for a generation seeking both irony and aspiration in their fashion choices. This led to the creation of Off-White in 2013.
In 2018, Abloh made history as the first black artistic director of menswear at Louis Vuitton, making his debut with a rainbow-coloured runway that put black models and streetwear codes at the forefront within one of the world’s oldest luxury houses. His shows were a fusion of music, art and activism, positioning designers as cultural conductors rather than just dressmakers.
Abloh’s untimely death in 2021 at the age of 41 brought a promising career to a sudden halt. However, his impact remains indelible, and he is remembered by many as one of the most brilliant creative minds of recent times.
Pharrell Williams
While you may know him for his music, Pharrell Williams also made waves in the fashion industry when he was appointed as the creative director of menswear at Louis Vuitton in 2023 – stepping into the role once held by his friend Virgil Abloh.
Fashion has always been a part of Williams’ life. During the peak of his music duo Neptunes fame in the early 2000s, he co-founded Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream with Kenzo’s artistic director Nigo, introducing Japanese streetwear concepts and skate graphics to the American mainstream.
His fashion influence saw oversized trucker hats, jewel-toned hoodies and diamond-printed trainers become integral elements of hip-hop’s new visual language – a fusion of luxury, pop culture and fun.
Williams’ debut show for Louis Vuitton transformed Paris’s Pont Neuf into a golden stage, featuring gospel choirs, superstar guests and a collection that drew on both Vuitton’s heritage and Williams’ long-standing preference for bold colour, texture and optimism.
His career demonstrates that mainstream celebrity and high-craft couture no longer exist in separate spheres: they intermingle, remix and, under his guidance, radiate happiness.
Olivier Rousteing
When Olivier Rousteing assumed control of Balmain in 2011 at the tender age of 25, it caused quite a stir across Paris. He was the youngest creative director in Paris since Yves Saint Laurent.
The Bordeaux-born designer, who was adopted as an infant by a French couple, had honed his skills at Roberto Cavalli and then within Balmain’s studio. Suddenly, he was the youngest creative director at a major French house, and one of the very few black designers to lead a historic couture brand.
His vision merged Balmain’s military-meets-glamour DNA with a modern aesthetic – crisp shoulders, beaded mini-dresses, sequinned tailoring – Rousteing perfected the craft of appealing to the digital generation: epitomised in Kim Kardashian’s viral 2016 Met Gala gown.
Rousteing constructed what he termed the “Balmain Army”: models, musicians and friends including Rihanna, Beyoncé and the Kardashians, whose presence in his campaigns and front rows provided the label with a pop-cultural energy no Paris house had witnessed before.
Well before “influencer marketing” became a buzzword, he was transforming Instagram into a catwalk and making Balmain’s elaborate pieces part of mainstream celebrity wardrobes. A decade later, Rousteing’s tale reads like a pivotal moment.
He helped steer Paris fashion away from distant tradition and towards inclusivity, diversity and digital connectivity – demonstrating how an established house could flourish in a fresh era.
Grace Wales Bonner
Primarily recognised day-to-day for her groundbreaking collaboration with Adidas that sparked the Samba trend of the 2020s, Grace Wales Bonner is renowned for adopting a heartfelt approach to tracksuit tailoring, with striking prints, textures and colours not typically found in sportswear.
Raised in South London with Jamaican and English roots, she absorbed multiple layers of culture through music, literature and Windrush narratives, which she has credited with inspiring the foundations of her work. Wales Bonner secured early acclaim, scooping the Emerging Menswear Designer gong at the British Fashion Awards in 2015 and claiming the LVMH Young Designer Prize in 2016.
Yet it’s her exhibitions, partnerships and research-driven collections that make the most profound impact. ‘A Time for New Dreams’ at the Serpentine Gallery in 2019 intertwined sound, ritual and spiritual yearning.
Her collaborations with Adidas, Dior and her curatorial endeavours haven’t merely expanded what fashion achieves but transformed who fashion serves, what heritage might represent and how identity could be woven into beauty.
Priya Ahluwalia
In 2018 Priya Ahluwalia emerged onto London’s fashion landscape, anchored in Tooting yet drawing inspiration from across the globe. Armed with Nigerian-Indian roots, she established her eponymous brand Ahluwalia straight after completing her MA in menswear, weaving heritage, narrative and sustainability into every stitch.
Surplus fabrics, vintage materials, Indian craftsmanship and Lagos influences – her design philosophy merges the intimate with the international.
“Blackness has never been authentically reflected in fashion in the West,” Ahluwalia told GQ in 2021. “European brands presented costume and it was beautiful, but none of those designers were black or brown.”
Ahluwalia’s brand quickly evolved into a channel for identity, displacement and remembrance. Her spring/summer 2021 range ‘Liberation’ featured bold prints drawn from archives and activism, and proudly referenced Black Lives Matter, Lagos culture and Bollywood/Nollywood visuals.
She has also placed sustainability at the heart of her work – upcycling, mindful sourcing, revamping instead of replacing and transforming surplus into something fresh.
Although Ahluwalia is still in the early stages of her career, she has already redefined what fashion can represent – not just a style but a story that carries accountability for its message.
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