The aeroplane can be fashion's biggest enemy, throwing up an array of challenges. It's a fine art to put together an ensemble that allows you to stay comfortable without sacrificing style and that, furthermore, fits in with the fashion scenes of both the departure and arrival destinations. DEPARTURES lends a helping hand for looking good during the long haul.

Arguably the Prince of Pumps, and respected as royalty in the fashion hierarchy, Christian Louboutin continues to claim his spot among the most talented shoe designers of the 21st century. His array of kicks continue to ooze style in both quirky and classic ways – and this pair of Sissi shoes are the perfect example of his ever-pleasing designs.

Since stepping onto the scene, creative director Hedi Slimane has dropped the silent 'y' from the brand name – forever muffling it by removing Yves altogether – and rechristened the label simply 'Saint Laurent'. He has also introduced a little more attitude to campaigns and designs, and now unveils a new flagship store in NYC's Soho district to mark the direction of the brand's now even brighter fashion future.

Shilpa Chavan's status as one of the world’s top milliners is unquestionable. DEPARTURES looks at some of her daring designs and hears what "Little Shilpa" has to say about them.

Rupert Sanderson's funky and fresh birdie pumps may have gone viral after Victoria Beckham struck a pose in the pair and posted it on Twitter, but we are rather partial to these summery sandals which are also adorned with the rainbow-feathered friend.

With Wimbledon on the way, Le Coq Sportif has got the timing just right with the opening of its first flagship in the country – setting down roots in the capital.

Sporting a French retro-chic feel and carrying credentials as the official supplier of the Tour de France leader jerseys, the brand has come a long way in its long history. Located in Seven Dials in the tourist hub of Covent Garden, the 265-sq-m space houses the expected collections, along with some limited edition treats such as the Tour de France La Grande Boucle range and Heimstone x Le Coq Sportif. With the brand celebrating 130 years since its birth, there are also plenty of anniversary products in store.