A stylist, a brand builder, a storyteller and a group of creative women from different backgrounds found themselves discussing the same thing: the difficulty of owning their creativity. At a studio visit hosted by Brava member Mairead Haldorsson, we explored why the right creative community can make such a difference.

From Patagonia's lawsuit against an environmental activist to Fendi's $10,000 handbag and Zara's collaboration with John Galliano, 2026 has brought some difficult questions about fashion, accountability and the business of building a brand.

Portugal's textile industry began long before the country became a leading European clothing manufacturer. From medieval linen and wool production to the industrial factories of the north, colonial cotton trade, globalisation and today's advanced textile sector, discover the history of an industry that has shaped Portugal's economy, communities and relationship with fashion.

As online shopping reshapes retail, cities are reconsidering the value of their physical shopping streets. From Oxford Street's recent pedestrianisation to Lisbon's plans for Chiado, could more walkable neighbourhoods create stronger commercial ecosystems?

A new bar in Santos is putting Portuguese vermouth in the spotlight. With 20 references, house cocktails and traditional petiscos, Vermuteria Nacional wants to make the drink part of Lisbon’s everyday social life.

Before becoming Iowa’s next governor, Rob Sand walked the runway for Prada, Number (N)ine and Giuliano Fujiwara. More than two decades later, his modelling past has resurfaced, raising an interesting question about fashion, image and how we judge the people who enter politics.

Jewelry is forecast to become fashion's fastest-growing category by unit sales through 2028. But the bigger shift is happening in how consumers wear it: less as an accessory reserved for special occasions, and more as an everyday expression of personal style.

From a citywide contemporary art programme to international cinema, wine tastings and theatre, Lisbon has plenty happening this weekend. Here are four events worth making time for on 7 and 8 November.