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Melissa Twigg
Contributing writer for Style by SCMP, specialising in fashion, beauty and jewellery
Melissa Twigg was born in South Africa, brought up in London and educated at the University of Bristol, where she read English, and the University of London Institute in Paris, where she studied French literature. She went on to work for Paris-based publishing house Éditions Gallimard before jumping ship to the world of journalism. Her writing career began at Condé Nast and it took her to Cape Town and then Hong Kong. She returned to London in 2016 where she has worked for a number of national newspapers, and as a freelance journalist. In 2017, she won a SOPA award for an investigation into rhino poaching and her writing today covers fashion, travel and lifestyle. She is – like everyone...
The fashion world is going gaga over greens – witness Emily Blunt’s ripe red carpet look that showed vegetables are very much in season, sprouting on outfits everywhere
About to turn 71, Macron has been praised for her unerring fashion sense, with an emphasis on Louis Vuitton, and close ties with LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault and LV creative director Nicolas Ghesquière
Silver trousers are a major look for winter 2023-24, with designers at Dior, Sacai, Simone Rocha, Isabel Marant – as well as Madonna and Beyoncé – hopping on the trend
The late Princess of Wales truly found her style in the 90s, trading tartan suits for beautiful blazers, straight-leg jeans and loafers that still strike a chord today.
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Calling all Philophiles! The former Celine creative director will return with a new collection from her eponymous label later this month – so why are fashion insiders so obsessed with her designs?
Glam is out and grit is in, as even luxury brands like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bottega Veneta embrace stealth wealth bling
From Pedro Almodóvar’s film with Saint Laurent to Chanel’s partnership with Hong Kong’s M+ museum’s moving image programmes, the worlds of cinema and fashion have never been more closely intertwined
Women’s shirts were once a fashion afterthought, forgotten in the wake of men’s button-down shirts – but that is changing. One fashion insider, Pip Durell, explains why.
Amy Winehouse and Kate Moss added shabby chic to ballet flats in the mid-noughties, and in 2023, everyone from Katie Holmes and Alexa Chung to Margaret Qualley and Sandra Oh is parading their ballet pumps.
After two centuries and counting, these three British companies continue to dominate the industry – thanks to a willingness to reinvent themselves, including a well-timed pivot to Asia
Demand for the Hermès Birkin bag has gone up again, following the tragic death of the woman it was named after, Jane Birkin – and shoppers are honouring her carefree style too
It’s no secret that some of today’s biggest models happen to come from famous families, from Johnny Depp’s daughter Lily-Rose to Pierce Brosnan’s sons Paris and Dylan – do they really deserve the attention?
While Hermès insists that it strictly prohibits any sales of certain products as a condition to the purchase of others, forums state otherwise – here’s how the strategy works and why it’s in place
Many fans were excited to watch the release of Sex and the City’s spin-off series And Just Like That – but will it ever live up to the OG’s style legacy, or has it just become a jumble of big brands?
Far from toning things down, these two power women are crushing stereotypes and living their best lives in the spotlight – with blue hair and swimwear shoots
It’s not always easy to nod off in an unfamiliar bed, which is why luxury hotels are adding therapists and dedicated programmes that beat counting sheep
Athens’ reputation as a hub for handmade clothes is reviving, with major international brands like Dior holding shows in the Greek capital and working with local talent.
For fashion houses, Blackpink’s Lisa, Jisoo, Rosé and Jennie are among the most valuable faces in the world, but which band member is worth the most in monetary terms? We asked the experts
Chinese fashion designer Susan Fang reveals how nature inspires her creations, from handbags that mimic ocean bubbles, to textiles inspired by the way sunlight is refracted through leaves.
Rental clothing and accessories companies like Rent the Runway are struggling. Critics complain it costs too much to rent designer items and is not as green as buying second-hand.
Luxury brands, such as Bottega Veneta, Hermès, Celine and Chanel, have started offering repairs on their leather goods – a move towards sustainability that also builds brand value.
London-based Korean designer Miss Sohee is one to watch. As she readies to take part in an exhibition at K11 Musea in Hong Kong, we talk to her about her couture creations and more.
Supermodels such as Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, Claudia Schiffer and Helena Christensen are back, or never went away. They reach the midlife fashion fans Kendall Jenner, Bella and Gigi Hadid can’t.
Demi Moore turns 60 this week, but you would not know it by looking at her. We consider how the actress appears to have defied the ageing process better than almost anyone.
Two recently released fashion documentaries – Trouble at Topshop and Inside the Shein Machine – detail the failures of the industry and how much it has changed in the 21st century.
UK leader Rishi Sunak’s penchant for Prada shoes and designer suits stand in stark contrast to his predecessors – but also disguises his expensive tastes by frequently dressing semi-casual.
From his thrilling red carpet appearances to his forays into skincare and the fine arts, Brad Pitt is having a seemingly eternal moment. Just don’t mention that nasty divorce with Angelina Jolie.
For all the talk of buying second-hand, much of our unwanted clothing does not end up in the circular economy. That is largely because of the rise of fast fashion, and Africa is paying the price.
Cape Town can now add fashion haven to its list of tourist draws, while Johannesburg, once toxic to foreign visitors, has been reborn as a hip destination for style-minded travellers.
Exercise dresses are not just for the gym or the tennis court any more. With designs almost as flattering as a designer dress – and much more comfort – they are being worn by women of all ages for any activity.
