Fashion News Roundup: WYouth Launches, Sabato De Sarno Takes the Helm at Icicle

This week in fashion sees the launch of WYouth, a new magazine tailored for a younger audience, alongside significant leadership changes at Icicle.

WYouth: A New Era for Teen Fashion

W Magazine has officially introduced WYouth, a fresh spinoff designed specifically for teenagers. The inaugural issue will hit newsstands on September 15, featuring a cover that showcases pop culture icons Hailey and Justin Bieber, along with contributions from Tyler, The Creator, Clairo, and Chloë Sevigny. The initiative was sparked by a text from Sofia Coppola to Ava Nirui, which ultimately led to a collaboration with W’s Editor-in-Chief, Sara Moonves. The theme of connection resonates throughout the issue, promising to engage the youth demographic in new and exciting ways.

Sabato De Sarno Steps In as Creative Director of Icicle

In another major development, Icicle has appointed Sabato De Sarno as its new creative director, with his role encompassing both women's and men's ready-to-wear, accessories, and eyewear collections starting with the Fall 2027 lineup. De Sarno, who previously held the creative director position at Gucci before his departure in February 2025, is expected to bring a fresh perspective to Icicle. Ye Shouzeng, the CEO and Co-Founder of Icicle, emphasized that this appointment aligns with the brand's goal of merging global talent with its rich cultural roots and industrial strengths, particularly in China.

Source: fashionista.com