As we enter August we’re somewhere between seasons, caught in that peculiar space where winter lingers but our wardrobes begin to drift toward brighter days.
The skies remain grey, the rain stubborn, yet the fashion world is already moving forward. New-season pieces are landing, fresh campaigns are dropping, and we’re craving bare shoulders, lemon yellow hues, and tactile textures that hint at spring, even if we’re still wrapped in layers for now. Call it fashion’s version of manifesting.
While Copenhagen Fashion Week serves up a masterclass in breezy, Scandi style for spring/summer 2026, Australia’s own fashion scene has been just as eventful. Aje has unveiled its first bridal collection, Camilla and Marc have opened their debut South Australian boutique, and Manning Cartell is marking 20 years with a striking new flagship in Sydney’s Double Bay.
Ahead, we’ve rounded up the fashion and beauty updates you need to know this August.
Van Cleef & Arpels Is Making Spring Eternal (And Extremely Chic)
Spring, but make it high jewellery. Van Cleef & Arpels’ Lucky Spring collection is your official excuse to lean into ladybirds, lily of the valley, and plum blossoms – just in solid rose gold and mother-of-pearl.
Launched in 2021, the collection captures everything we love about the season: new beginnings, good luck, and a touch of whimsy. But this isn’t twee. With its mix of carnelian, onyx, and shimmering white mother-of-pearl, each piece balances charm with serious craftsmanship.
The standout? A plum blossom motif that blooms mid-winter (because of course it does) and symbolises resilience, rebirth, and that very French brand of effortless optimism. Whether it’s dancing on your wrist or catching the light at your collarbone, it’s a subtle flex with serious meaning.
Everything has intention. Nothing feels overdone. It’s joyful, feminine, and a reminder that luck – just like style – is what you make it.
Go to vancleefarpels.com
Lancome’s Génifique Ultimate Serum Will Supercharge Your Skincare Routine
Lancôme’s latest launch, the Génifique Ultimate Dual Repair Face Serum ($215 for 50ml), leans into the industry’s growing fascination with microbiome science. At its core is Beta Glucan-CM, a repair-boosting active said to deliver trillions of skin-strengthening molecules in each dropper.
The formula also layers hyaluronic acid, liquorice extract, and a mix of pre- and probiotic fractions to address redness, fine lines, and barrier support. Free from parabens, it reflects the shift toward serums that balance high-tech actives with familiar skin-soothing ingredients. Think of it as the kind of high-tech, luxe addition your top shelf has been calling for.
An Evening with Pamela Anderson And Pandora
Pandora kicked off Copenhagen Fashion Week with a chic dinner at the iconic Glyptoteket, hosted by global ambassador Pamela Anderson, adorned in Lab-Grown Diamonds. The guest list featured 130 fashion insiders, tastemakers and media.
Chef Lasse Askov served a menu inspired by Anderson’s own cookbook, adding a personal twist to the evening. Danish talents August Rosenbaum and Erika de Casier soundtracked the night, wrapping a sleek three-part experience that perfectly captured Pandora’s new creative energy and polished, modern edge.
Chanel Reimagines N°5 In Gold And Light For 2025
Chanel continues its poetic dialogue between fragrance and fine jewellery with the latest evolution of its N°5 High Jewellery collection. First introduced in 2021 to celebrate the centenary of the iconic scent, the line returns in 2025 with new creations that transform the language of perfume into precious form.
This season’s additions include a choker-style necklace and a refined bracelet, crafted in white, beige, and yellow gold, alongside new yellow gold interpretations of a ring, bangle, and single earring. Each piece nods to the house’s storied Bijoux de Diamants collection of 1932, embodying the timeless codes of Chanel—elegance, modernity, and quiet strength.
With this collection, N°5 continues to move beyond the bottle, becoming a symbol not only worn, but lived.
Aje Unveils Bridal Collection
Aje steps into the world of bridal with a debut collection that captures the poetry of a wedding day in four elegant chapters: The Yes, The Ready, The Vow, and The After. In signature Aje style, the pieces balance sculptural silhouettes with soft romance, delivering timeless elegance with a contemporary edge.
Brides-to-be can explore the collection in select boutiques, where thoughtfully curated spaces reflect the refined beauty of the line. Appointments include complimentary refreshments and your choice of champagne or freshly brewed coffee, paired with personalised service to help you find the perfect dress for your day.
With this new offering, Aje brings its distinctive design language to the bridal space—elevated, effortless and unmistakably modern.
Mimco’s New Charm N Cute Collection
This season, Mimco is leaning into nostalgia with the launch of its Charm N Cute collection, a revival of some of the brand’s most beloved talismans reimagined for today.
Each piece is crafted using original vintage moulds from the archives, with tiny castings that carry timeless symbolism: a horseshoe for protection, a cloverleaf for luck, a heart for love, a compass for guidance, and a school crest to honour your roots.
Freshwater pearls, naturally cultivated and completely unique in shape and lustre, add a soft iridescence that feels quietly luxe. Their organic imperfections ensure no two are ever alike. The gold finish is equally considered, with 14-karat worn gold plating hand-polished to a smooth matte surface with subtle brushing for that distinct Mimco vintage-inspired look.
The hero piece is a versatile charm necklace designed to suit your mood. Wear it long, double it up, or unclip it to style as a chain. A glimmer of nostalgia you can make entirely your own.
Camilla And Marc Bring Their Signature Style To South Australia
Camilla and Marc have opened their first South Australian boutique at Burnside Village in Adelaide, marking the brand’s continued national expansion. Designed with Akin Atelier, the space reflects the label’s refined, artful aesthetic—think sculptural vintage furnishings, textural finishes, and a palette inspired by the Australian landscape.
The boutique offers an immersive experience across ready-to-wear, footwear, accessories, and jewellery, inviting Adelaide’s fashion lovers to step into the elevated world of Camilla and Marc.
Shop their SS25 new arrivals here.
Marie Claire Presents Rewrite Her Future With World Vision
Sydney, you’re invited: marie claire has partnered with World Vision to present Rewrite Her Future, an exclusive event at Paddington Town Hall on Wednesday 10 September 2025. Celebrating World Vision’s 1000 Girls campaign, the evening spotlights a movement empowering young women to break cycles of inequality and shape their own futures.
Hosted by marie claire’s editor Georgie McCourt, the night will feature a panel of fearless leaders sharing raw, real stories of transformation. An inspiring evening of courage, change and connection awaits.
Tickets are on sale now here.
