Sailor Moon, standing confidently in her iconic outfit, a style that has inspired countless fashion lines, cosplay, and even high-fashion collections, merging the worlds of anime and contemporary fashion

Naoko Takeuchi and the fashion universe of Sailor Moon

How a love for fashion transformed a manga franchise into a global icon 

23 JUNE 2025, 

LUCAS FRADE

Naoko Takeuchi is a name that shines as brightly as the silver blades depicted in the adventures of Sailor Moon. The creator of one of the most beloved franchises in the world of manga and anime, Naoko was born on March 15, 1967, in Kōfu, Japan. A chemistry graduate from Kyoritsu University, she seemed destined for a scientific career. However, fate had other plans: her passion for storytelling and drawing led her into the manga world. This leap from an analytical to an imaginative universe was the first sign that Naoko was destined to break paradigms. And that’s exactly what she did. 

A new perspective on conscious consumption / How the second-hand market is redefining the fashion industry

 

A woman rummages through a rack of colorful clothes at a thrift store

A new perspective on conscious consumption

How the second-hand market is redefining the fashion industry

23 JULY 2025, 

LUCAS FRADE

In recent years, thrift stores have evolved from being merely an alternative for those seeking vintage pieces or affordable prices to becoming a global trend. The exponential growth of interest in second-hand clothing reflects not only a shift in consumer behavior but also a new perspective on sustainability, economy, and exclusivity in the fashion world. 

Queens who set trends / The legacy of royalty in fashion and beauty

 

In a crimson velvet gown adorned with pearls and jewels, this figure illustrates how queens used opulent attire and accessories to shape enduring fashion trends

Queens who set trends 

The legacy of royalty in fashion and beauty 

23 AUGUST 2025, 

LUCAS FRADE

Throughout history, some queens not only ruled their kingdoms but also dictated fashion, influenced beauty standards, and left a legacy that transcends centuries. Their aesthetic choices shaped trends that continue to inspire designers, makeup artists, and stylists worldwide. From Cleopatra to Queen Victoria, their impact goes beyond mere opulence, becoming true cultural symbols. 

Exploring the convergence of fashion and technology

 

Holographic dresses float above a screen as a user taps to shop, capturing the futuristic shift toward immersive and personalized retail experiences

Exploring the convergence of fashion and technology

Transforming the industry through innovation and sustainability

23 SEPTEMBER 2025, 

LUCAS FRADE

The intersection of fashion and technology has been a stage for significant transformations throughout history. From the Industrial Revolution, when mechanical looms automated textile production, to the present day—where 3D printing, digital knitting, and artificial intelligence redefine the creation, consumption, and distribution of garments—innovation has been a constant. These technological advances not only expand the aesthetic and functional possibilities of clothing and footwear but also bring to the forefront important reflections on sustainability, efficiency, and the personalization of fashion. 

Sustainable fashion / Paths and perspectives

A woman surrounded by clothing piles underscores the urgent necessity for ecological alternatives in light of the environmental challenges posed by the textile industry

Sustainable fashion: paths and perspectives 

How growing awareness, landmark events, and collective action are reshaping fashion production and consumption for the well-being of people and the planet

23 OCTOBER 2025, 

LUCAS FRADE

Sustainable fashion has gained increasing relevance in recent decades, driven by growing concern for the environment and the social impacts of the textile industry. As awareness of climate change, biodiversity loss, and social inequalities increases, fashion is no longer seen merely as a vehicle of aesthetic expression but also as a powerful economic and cultural force with significant influence. Since the beginning of the sustainability movement, the fashion industry has undergone profound transformations involving both production processes and consumer behavior. The search for ecological alternatives has become an urgent necessity in light of the environmental, ethical, and economic challenges the world is currently facing.

How fashion trends are born and why they matter

 

Streetwear’s evolution is rooted in communities that turn culture, identity, and performance into style

How fashion trends are born and why they matter 

From street style to cultural shifts, discover how fashion trends emerge, evolve, and influence the world beyond the runway

23 NOVEMBER 2025, 

LUCAS FRADE

Fashion trends don’t emerge out of thin air—they are the result of constant observation of culture, behavior, and daily life. Coolhunters, designers, researchers, and trend forecasters identify early signals that point to new aesthetic and social desires. These signs can stem from emerging styles on social media, underground art movements, sustainability debates, or even the way young people dress in urban centers. Everything around us can serve as inspiration to shape narratives that may eventually solidify into fashion trends. 

Drag queens and fashion / A vibrant alliance of art, identity, and activism

 

Drag queens transform fashion into a language of resistance, where sequins, silhouettes, and performance become acts of visibility and power

Drag queens and fashion

A vibrant alliance of art, identity, and activism 

23 DECEMBER 2025, 

LUCAS FRADE

The world of drag queens and fashion has always shared a deep, dynamic relationship rooted in self-expression, transformation, and resistance. Drag queens have long been icons of reinvention—blending performance, costume, and creativity to challenge norms and redefine beauty standards. In many ways, fashion has served as a canvas for drag artistry, providing tools to blur gender boundaries and experiment with visual identity. The connection is more than aesthetic—it’s cultural and political. Every stiletto, sequin, and exaggerated silhouette tells a story of resilience and rebellion. For many drag performers, dressing up is not just about glamor, but about claiming space in a world that often tries to erase them. 

 

A visual journey through the history of costume, tracing how clothing has evolved alongside social, cultural, and political change

The history of costumes: from antiquity to the present

From toga to fast fashion: tracing the paths of identity in clothing history

23 JANUARY 2026, 

LUCAS FRADE

The history of costumes follows the evolution of humanity itself, serving not only as body protection but also as cultural, social, and symbolic expression. Since the earliest records of Antiquity, clothing has reflected the values of each society, as well as political and religious changes. Dressing has never been merely a practical necessity: costumes have always carried codes of status, identity, and belonging, which varied according to historical context. To understand this journey is also to understand the paths of civilization. 

Haute couture / Where craft, fantasy, and luxury collide

 

Behind all the glamour, the quiet truth: the atelier is where a small army of skilled hands safeguards irreplaceable techniques

Haute couture: where craft, fantasy, and luxury collide 

An entertaining deep dive into the history, importance, critiques, and evolution of fashion’s most exclusive universe 

23 FEBRUARY 2026, 

LUCAS FRADE

Haute couture’s story begins long before the red carpets and celebrity headlines, but certainly after humans realized clothes could be more than an attempt to avoid hypothermia. In the 19th century, Charles Frederick Worth—an Englishman bold enough to move to Paris and tell the French how to dress—became known as the father of haute couture. He turned sewing into spectacle, stitched artistic ambition into every seam, and pioneered the radical act of placing a designer’s name on the label. From there, Paris crowned itself the global capital of luxury craftsmanship, becoming the place where tulle, silk, and ambition meet to form wearable dreams. 

Howl and Sophie, a scene from the movie that was then used on a bag design by Loewe © Studio Ghibli, 2004

How Studio Ghibli enchanted the world of style

From luxury collaborations to quiet nostalgia, exploring how Ghibli’s universe shaped the language of contemporary fashion

23 MARCH 2026, 

LUCAS FRADE

The influence of Studio Ghibli goes far beyond cinema. The Japanese studio, founded by Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, is celebrated for its poetic storytelling, stunning visuals, and ability to merge fantasy with the deeply human. In recent years, however, Ghibli’s universe has also become a powerful force in the fashion world. More than just commercial collaborations, the meeting between Ghibli and fashion reveals a profound exchange between art, craftsmanship, and cultural identity.

Traditional Japanese fashion up to the 20th century

Women dressed in traditional Japanese attire: elegant kimonos with vibrant colors and intricate floral patterns are present in Japan's streets even nowadays

Traditional Japanese fashion up to the 20th century

From ancestral ritual to modern aesthetic identity

23 APRIL 2026, 

LUCAS FRADE

Traditional Japanese fashion is the result of a complex historical process shaped by cultural isolation, rigid social hierarchies, deep spirituality, and a unique relationship between the body and nature. Unlike the Western world, where fashion changes rapidly under the influence of markets and consumption, Japanese clothing evolved gradually, prioritizing function and symbolism. Each garment carries social, religious, and philosophical meanings that go far beyond aesthetics, revealing ways of life, values, and structures of power.

Lucian Freud (1922-2011), the Freud Museum stages its first ever exhibition of the great artist’s work.

 

Lucian (left) with his father Ernst Freud and brothers Clement and Stephen Gabriel, c. 1930. © The Lucian Freud Archive. All Rights Reserved 2022 / Bridgeman Images. Collection of the Freud Museum London

6 July 2022 to 29 January 2023

In the centenary year of British painter Lucian Freud (1922-2011), the Freud Museum stages its first ever exhibition of the great artist’s work.

Lucian Freud: The Painter and His Family is the first exhibition of Lucian Freud’s work in the home of his grandfather, Sigmund Freud, and aunt, Anna Freud. The exhibition features paintings, drawings, family photographs, books and letters. These works are drawn from galleries and private collections, the Museum’s archives and members of Lucian Freud’s family. Some of the items have never, or very rarely, been seen in public before.

Lucian Freud / Mother

 

MOTHER

by Lucian Freud

 

Portrait of a Young Man, 1944 (black crayon & white chalk on paper) © The Lucian Freud Archive. All Rights Reserved 2025 / Bridgeman Images. Private Collection

Lucian Freud: Drawing into Painting

Due to popular demand, we are extending our exhibition opening hours to release more Lucian Freud: Drawing into Painting tickets. In its final 2 weeks, see the exhibition until 22:00 on Fridays and Saturdays and until 20:00 on the final Sunday.

Friday 24 and Saturday 25 April, until 22.00
Friday 1 and Saturday 2 May, until 22.00
Sunday 3 May, until 20.00

An 1856 lithograph of the Selimiye barracks at Scutari as a hospital during the Crimean War where Florence Nightingale worked, by William Simpson

The evolution of hospital design: from past to future

Tracing the evolution from ancient care facilities to modern healing environments

26 JULY 2025, 

OGUZ ATAKAN GUL

Hospital design has undergone a remarkable transformation over the centuries. Once focused solely on function and efficiency, healthcare architecture now prioritizes patient experience, healing, and community integration. As the healthcare industry adapts to new challenges and innovations, hospitals have shifted from sterile, institutional environments to vibrant, patient-centric facilities. This article explores the evolution of hospital design, highlighting key historical milestones, modern trends, and the role of technology in shaping the hospitals of tomorrow.

Biophilic design / A symphony of nature in architecture

 

Biophilic design architecture, Singapore, Changi Airport

Biophilic design

A symphony of nature in architecture 

26 AUGUST 2025, 

OGUZ ATAKAN GUL

In the heart of our bustling cities, where skyscrapers scrape the heavens and concrete jungles stretch to the horizon, a silent revolution is taking root. It's a movement that beckons us to rediscover our connection with the natural world—a phenomenon known as "biophilic design." As we step into these architecturally reimagined spaces, we embark on a journey where the boundaries between the built and the natural blur, creating harmonious sanctuaries that inspire awe and introspection.