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AS ELLE CELEBRATES ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY, WE ASK: WHAT WILL THE INDUSTRY LOOK LIKE IN 40 YEARS’ TIME? WE SPOTLIGHT THE WOMEN WHO WILL HAVE A HAND IN SHAPING ITS NEXT ERA

Its dazzling catwalk shows and glitzy events take months to create, and these women are at the heart of making LFW unforgettable

A creative coterie of British actresses, models and musicians have played a pivotal role in Chanel’s story – influencing iconic campaigns and crafting a community of empowered women

A complex childhood and a difficult first marriage were mere stumbling blocks on the road to success for the singer-songwriter and global superstar. She talks to Frances Hedges about overcoming adversity, embracing her diva reputation and why she’s proud to be producing music that comes from the heart

There’s a new energy on the high street, and it’s cultivated by a crop of smart, stylish women prompting us to take a fresh look at the brands we think we know. Here, they reveal the secrets to their success, and where they get their own style inspo

Our round-up of the funny, fascinating and unusual stories this fortnight