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I've been very into tights the past couple of winters. Even as someone who doesn't tend to wear skirts or tights most of the time, I love the look of sheer pantyhose peeping out from under jeans and trousers. Last year, I played around with pops of red, but this fall, I stuck to brown and black. Wool tights (especially in a very Prada-coded gray) are also on my radar after seeing chic women in Paris dialing into them this season.
Determined to restore Hong Kong's status on the global fashion map, the city recently launched a fashion week-style event called "Hong Kong Fashion Fest." The event, which included a lineup of happenings on both sides of the Victoria Harbour, including runway shows, soirees, exhibitions and industry summits, overlapped with the popular Clockenflap music festival, and ran from Nov. 20 to Dec. 4.
REI Alleged to Use Overseas Suppliers That Violate Labor and Human Rights
A new report alleges that REI uses contractors that violate labor and human rights in Southeast and East Asia and Central America. The investigative study was done by Students for International Labor Solidarity and the Labor Center at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
British luxury clothing brand Thomas Pink announced on Tuesday that it has been acquired by Icon Luxury Group and CP Brands Group headquartered in New York City. This new joint partnership aims to expand its footprint and usher in a new chapter for the Thomas Pink brand, which was founded in 1984 and became synonymous with timeless elegance under the stewardship of Thomas Pink Limited and its former parent company, LVMH.
Hugo Boss Starts New Company, Eightyards, for Material Recycling
RECYCLING BOSS: Fashion giant Hugo Boss is making further steps toward meeting its sustainability pledge by unveiling on Wednesday the creation of an independent company for the recycling and reuse of deadstock materials. Aimed at managing the company's surplus materials, Eightyards GmbH is a new entity fully owned by Hugo Boss AG and based in Metzingen, Germany. It will kick off operations next January.
Jil Sander launches first fine jewellery collection (#1685549)
Jil Sander continues to expand its high-end lifestyle offerings. In addition to introducing its first fine jewellery collection, the German fashion house, renowned for its minimalist aesthetic, is set to launch a first prestige fragrance in January 2025, in collaboration with Coty. This follows the renewal of a 10-year licensing agreement in 2023. As the first OTB luxury brand to enter the fine jewellery market, Jil Sander is positioning itself as an innovation leader within the group.
Designer Brands reports mixed Q3 results (#1685282)
Designer Brands Inc., the Columbus, Ohio-based owner of the DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, The Shoe Company and Shoe Warehouse retail chains, announced on Tuesday that net sales decreased 1.2% in the third quarter ended November 2. The company, which also produces footwear and accessories through Camuto Group, achieved net sales of $777.2 million. Total comparable sales decreased by 3.1%.
John Galliano is Leaving Maison Margiela, Amicably and With Gratitude
Maison Margiela and John Galliano are winding up a 10-year collaboration that delivered fashion thrills, cultural moments and business progression galore. Disclosing the development exclusively to WWD, Italian fashion titan Renzo Rosso and Galliano characterized their partnership as enriching, life-changing and groundbreaking.
Authentic links with Ares Holdings, opens two South Africa stores (#1685320)
Authentic Brands Group is continuing to forge partnerships for its Ted Baker label with the global brand development and licensing company partnering with Ares Holdings as Authentic and the South African brand distribution company work to strengthen Ted Baker's presence in Ares' domestic market. The partnership means two new retail stores for the label as Ares takes on the distribution of sportswear, tailored clothing, denim apparel, outwear and footwear for men and women.
Yves Salomon opens new shop-in-shop in Harrods (#1685491)
Paris luxury marque Yves Salomon has opened a brand new architecturally influenced shop-in-shop in a prominent setting within Harrods. The new boutique is located on the first floor of Harrods, London's most famous department store, renowned for setting trends and anticipating the zeitgeist. Like the Yves Salomon HQ in Paris, which includes a museum worthy collection of mid-century modern French furniture and design, the new store in an artful expression of melodious luxury.
Shop Bath & Body Works's Christmas Collection 2024
While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. Right off the heels of Bath & Body Works's sold-out Halloween collection, the brand announced it wants to help you get in the festive spirit yet again - this time, with a holiday collection that features a ton of new home fragrances, body-care products, and accessories.
Puma and textile innovator Spinnova join forces
Sports brand Puma and textile innovator Spinnova have entered into a partnership. It is a multi-year collaboration in which Puma promises to purchase materials from Spinnova. This enables Spinnova to keep the production of the materials stable. Puma will purchase Spinnova's wood fiber material and use it in future collections. This mainly concerns products from Puma's 'sportstyle' category, according to the announcement.
Blue Ivy Channels Her Inner Princess For 'Lion King' Premiere With Mom Beyoncé
Beyoncé, music royalty to many, and her lookalike daughter Blue Ivy more than deserved that regal honorifics last night. The Cowboy Carter singer and her 12-year-old mini-me lit up the red carpet in coordinating liquid gold outfits during the Los Angeles premiere of Mufasa: The Lion King. Both Beyoncé and Blue went with strapless metallic gowns for the occasion marking the pre-teen's silver screen debut.
Emma Corrin and Aaron Taylor-Johnson Make Horror Magic in Nosferatu
"My toxic trait is that I have to collect all the world's [Wales] Bonner," Emma Corrin offers as they flop into an ornate mahogany chair with a family crest on the back. The Nosferatu star is, of course, talking about Grace Wales Bonner-the It-girl designer from London best known for her inspired athleisure collections with Adidas, including those leopard-print Sambas last spotted on comedy queen Ayo Edebiri. Corrin is no stranger to fashion.
Represent's latest music themed collab is a biggie as it links with Oasis (#1685347)
Represent is known for its rock music collabs and its latest is one that links with one of the biggest music comebacks of the decade as the Oasis reunion continues to grab headlines. It was first teased on social media in August on the day of the reunion announcement with the collaboration finally available to purchase from this week. To celebrate 30 years of Definitely Maybe, the Represent x Oasis collab "pays homage to one of the album's biggest tracks, Live Forever" via a 10-piece capsule.
Inditex strong nine-month report includes news of even stronger start to Q4 (#1685375)
Zara owner Inditex's nine-month results on Wednesday came with news of strong trading for the start of the festive season, with its revenues rising as much as 9% in the six weeks to 9 December. For the weeks including the key Black Friday period that growth is faster than during the first nine months of the year. The company talked of "a very robust operating performance due to the creativity of the teams and the strong execution of the fully integrated store and online business model.
Best Perfume Gift Sets For the Holidays According to Editors
While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. The holidays are quickly approaching. If you are like us and don't want a repeat of last year, that means you are also staying ahead of the gift-giving game.
Zara owner Inditex posts sales and profit growth
In the nine month period, Zara owner Inditex recorded sales growth of 7.1 percent to reach 27.4 billion euros. The Spanish group, who also owns other brands such as Massimo Dutti, Pull & Bear and Bershka reported gross profit increase of 7.2 percent to 16.3 billion euros, while gross margin reached 59.4 percent, up 4 bps. The company said in a statement that EBITDA for the period increased 7.2 percent to 8 billion euros and EBIT increased 9.3 percent to 5.7 billion euros.
Cate Blanchett Makes Pajamas Red Carpet-Worthy In Sequined Stretch Pants
Even celebrities have the urge to wear their pajamas to work every now and then. Tonight in London, Cate Blanchett kept it comfortable (and checkered) on the red carpet in some bold drawstring pants that she paired with a matching top. For a special screening of Luca Guadagnino's Queer, Blanchett donned multi-color joggers that were tucked into a collared, slightly oversized shirt.
6 Winter 2025 Microtrends That Make Outfits Way More Stylish
We are tantalisingly close to 2025, and while the new year signals a clean slate in many ways, fashion isn't always necessarily one of them. The trends that are big this side of the 31st won't disappear at the stroke of midnight, replaced by even fresher looks; inevitably some of what we're seeing now and will come with us into the next 365 days. And while this will apply to all of the main trend headliners, it's also true for the smaller microtrends we've seen bubbling up recently.
Zalando to take over About You to create B2C and B2B mega-giant (#1685370)
German e-tail giant Zalando announced on Wednesday that it's aiming "to become your most relevant fashion e-commerce company" and one way it wants to do that is by taking over Otto Group-controlled e-tailer peer About You. That's massive news and it's no surprise that its release sent About You shares soaring almost 80% to get close to the purchase price and to value About You at over €1 billion.
Boots owner WBA in 'private equity buyout talks', Boots could be sold
The UK's Boots chain could soon be under new ownership, but not as current parent Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) had originally planned. WBA has been investigating a sale of the now-turned-around UK chain for some time, but it hasn't found a buyer prepared to pay its price, which had been reported to be around £7 billion. Instead, US-based WBA itself is in talks on a $10 billion+ takeover bid for its entire business.
Missoni Pre-Fall 2025 Ready to Wear Collection Review
"In the past a designer used to sing. Now, he listens." With a brief yet effective metaphor, Alberto Caliri summed up the vision he's bringing to Missoni as the successor of Filippo Grazioli, who parted ways with the Italian house earlier this year. Caliri is no stranger to the brand: he first joined Missoni in 1998 and had been the right hand of longtime creative director Angela Missoni for 12 years.
Vince improves profitability despite sales miss (#1685310)
Vince Holdings announced on Tuesday sales fell 4.7% to $80.2 million in the third quarter, as the U.S. luxury firm clocked contractions across its direct retail and wholesale channels. The New York-based company said it logged a 8.3% decrease in Vince brand direct-to-consumer sales and a 2.2% decrease in Vince brand wholesale sales, respectively.
Footwear chains PittaRosso, Scarpe&Scarpe deploy relaunch plan (#1685312)
Italian footwear chains PittaRosso and Scarpe&Scarpe, which together constitute the country's leading footwear retail group, with some 300 stores and an aggregate revenue of €480 million, have deployed a strategic relaunch plan. They are set to open new stores across Italy, upgrade some of the key existing ones, and broaden the product range on offer. Both chains have recently invested heavily in their retail operations.
New Café Dior Locations With Anne-Sophie Pic Open in Tokyo and Chengdu
HUNGRY FOR MORE: The second chapter of Dior's collaboration with French chef Anne-Sophie Pic comes with two new addresses - and a savory menu. On Wednesday, the second location of the Café Dior by Anne-Sophie Pic will open in the French fashion house's flagship in Ginza, Tokyo. Located on the fourth floor of the House of Dior, it sits opposite the space dedicated to the Dior Maison lines. It will be followed by the opening on Dec. 22 of a third café in Chengdu, China.
31 Christmas-Tree Nail Art Designs
With the holiday season underway, there's no better time for a festive manicure. There are plenty of easy nail-art designs you can try at home this winter, like a simple french manicure or cinnamon roll nails, but for the month of December, we like to go for something a bit more detailed, like holiday nail art. Snowflake nails are a classic winter look that we love, but there's something about Christmas-tree nails that have a special place in our hearts.
Foot Locker introduces a new store concept in Benelux
Sports retailer Foot Locker is rolling out a new store concept. The Reimagined store concept has been introduced at the store in the Hoog Catharijne shopping centre in Utrecht. The concept 'sets new standards for the shopping experience in modern sneaker culture', according to the press release. Worldwide, it is the third store with this concept of Foot Locker. Previously, a Reimagined store opened in New Jersey and Paris.
Keira Knightley's Best Red Carpet Moments Prove She's Always Been a Style Star
Almost two decades ago Keira Knightley emerged as a London's It girl after her first big role as Jules Paxton in Bend it Like Beckham. Since then, Knightley has played more complicated, diverse characters that have stayed in our hearts-from Elizabeth Swann in The Pirates of the Caribbean franchise to her heartbreaking portrayals in Atonement and The Imitation Game. Throughout her time on the big screen, Knightley has seen her fair share of red carpets.
5 Holiday Looks for Any Party
Other than the occasional birthday party or wedding, most people don't have many occasions throughout the year to get all dressed up, so by the time the holidays come around, we're all beyond eager to do so. Not that we're suggesting there ever needs to be a reason to wear your highest heels, a party dress, or stacks of diamond jewelry-"because I felt like it" is certainly reason enough-but when everyone else in attendance is participating in the same dress code, it's simply more fun.
Thélios names new heads of US subsidiary, Barton Perreira brand (#1685306)
Thélios has reshuffled its senior management in the U.S, elevating two of its top executives. Luca Guillot Boschetti, sales excellence director of the LVMH-owned eyewear producer, has been named head of Thélios Americas. Cédric Moreau, who was Thélios's vice-president sales in the U.S., has been promoted to the role of CEO of Barton Perreira, the U.S. eyewear brand acquired by LVMH at the end of 2023.
G-III sales return to growth on DKNY, Lagerfeld and Vilebrequin brands (#1685297)
G-III Apparel said on Tuesday sales for the third quarter increased 1.8% to $1.09 billion, with a return to growth for the U.S. fashion giant following a 2 percent decline in the second quarter. Despite the sales uplift, net income fell 10.1% to $114.8 million, or $2.55 per diluted share, compared to $127.6 million, or $2.74 per diluted share, in the prior year's third quarter.
How I Managed My Chronic Bain Pain
Megan Bettor is used to falling to the ground. For two decades, the mom of two has experienced back pain that would land her on the floor for minutes, hours, and sometimes days. "My back would fully go out and I would be immobile for days in excruciating pain, barely able to crawl to the bathroom, get out of bed, or off the floor," Bettor says. For the first 10 years of her health journey, these bouts of pain would happen on-and-off again, every couple of years.
Buenos Aires - TNS, the renowned Colombian youth clothing brand, continues its expansion plan in the United States. The firm has just announced, through a press release, the opening of its third store in the exclusive Brickell City Center. "This new opening follows the success of its stores in Dadeland Mall and Sawgrass in South Florida, consolidating TNS' presence in one of the most prestigious commercial districts in Miami," they explain.
The 7 Zodiac Signs Shifting the Power Dynamics in Relationships
The beginning of Sagittarius season has been... interesting. Not only are we in the thick of a Jupiter-ruled time of year, causing everything to feel bigger and bolder, but we are also currently experiencing four planetary retrogrades. Frustratingly enough, two of those retrogrades are new additions from Mercury and Mars, giving us a wild dose of overthink-itis and frustration syndrome.
Angelina Jolie Wore France's Most Popular Flat Shoe Trend
Simple elegance is easy to recognize but can be hard to replicate. Often, a single piece makes the look; lately, in Paris, it's been the shoes. Actress Angeline Jolie was recently spotted in the City of Lights wearing a combination of soft browns with smart, black pointy-toe flats. It's a style that has been around forever but has quietly taken over since Paris Fashion Week. Styled with everything from jeans to gowns, it's truly one of those wardrobe staples that goes with everything.
Adam Lippes Pre-fall 2025 Ready to Wear Runway, Fashion Show & Collection Review
It's an exciting time for Adam Lippes, who this week returned from his first trip to Japan, where his namesake brand recently opened its first office and is working on its first store there, slated to open in 14 months. It'll be his fifth store, following his recently opened Palm Beach and Upper East Side, N.Y. locations, with more planned in the coming years. At his uptown, by-appointment salon, the racks were filled with luxury looks inspired by another trip - this one to Sicily over the summer.
How Charli XCX Became the Face of Fashion in 2024
In 2024, 32-time Grammy Award winner and global icon Beyoncé dropped her highly anticipated album "Cowboy Carter," which, in addition to topping the charts, landed her a campaign with heritage brand Levi's. Meanwhile, the success of pop princess Sabrina Carpenter's album "Short n' Sweet" landed her campaigns with Skims and Versace, showcasing her power to drive consumer trends and spending.
Hurdler Anna Cockrell Helps Nike Launch New Book on Women's Sportswear
Nike has been shining a spotlight on women over the last several years and its latest project is a continuation of that mission. The sports brand has teamed with Phaidon Press on the first book to offer a visual history of women's sportswear and Nike's place in the business over the past 50-plus years. Titled "Look Good, Feel Good, Play Good: Nike Apparel," the coffee table tome written by Maisie Skidmore is over 350 pages and features 575 illustrations.
Peserico, Italian Luxury Brand, Lands on Madison Avenue
Peserico, the Italian luxury clothing brand, has arrived on Madison Avenue in Manhattan. Located at 783 Madison Avenue, the 1,722-square-foot store represents Peserico's 10th store in the U.S., where it also has three outlets and 23 corners at Bloomingdale's. It is also sold at Neiman Marcus.
Prada Lands in Dallas in an Over 10,000-Square-Foot Boutique at NorthPark Center
Prada has landed in Dallas. The Italian luxury firm opened a new store Tuesday at NorthPark Center in Dallas, spanning over 10,000 square feet. Prada joins such luxury retailers as Gucci, Tiffany, Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, Burberry, David Yurman and Versace at the enclosed shopping mall that features more than 235 stores and restaurants. "We are opening a new dedicated boutique in Dallas NorthPark with a lot of excitement and enthusiasm.
There's a strong trend for major brands to reissue their bestsellers and Stella McCartney is on board with news that the label is relaunching its Miracle Dress, known for its contouring panels that "simultaneously flatter and accentuate feminine silhouettes". Originally launched for the winter 2011 collection, it was worn by Kate Moss, Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Winslet, Liv Tyler, Penelope Cruz, Alicia Keys and many more.
Paul Stuart to Dress Jazz Singer Peter Cincotti for Café Carlyle Residency
When Peter Cincotti slips onto his piano stool for his holiday residency at the Café Carlyle, he'll be dressed to the nines, thanks to Paul Stuart. The New York specialty store has signed on to be the official clothier of the singer-songwriter for his shows at the renowned cabaret, slated from Dec. 17 to 31. As part of the deal, Cincotti will also hold a special performance in the Paul Stuart flagship on Saturday.
What It's Like to Date Again After My Boyfriend Died
"That's my husband," I said to my friend on a beautiful summer evening. We were having drinks at a bar when I spotted John for the first time. He was handsome and wore a blue golf shirt that brought out his blue eyes. "If he doesn't come over here, I'm going over there," I told my friend. John clearly felt the same energy as I did because he approached me shortly after. By the end of the night, we both knew we had something special.
LVMH sells Thomas Pink to CP Brands Group and Icon Luxury Group
New York based firms CP Brands Group and Icon Luxury Group have announced the acquisition of British clothing brand Thomas Pink from its former parent company, LVMH. The deal was described by the two groups in a press release as a "joint partnership" that aims to "usher in a bold new chapter for the Thomas Pink brand". Commenting on the move, Eli Yedid, CEO of CP Brands Group, said the label was a "symbol of British sophistication and craftsmanship".
Cynthia Erivo is taking her Elphaba fashion way back to the aughts. Last night in Los Angeles, the actress hit pause on her neon Wicked greens in favor of an all-black Elie Saab number from the late 2000s. Erivo stepped out to the Critics Choice Association's annual Celebration of Black Cinema And Television in a shimmering couture outfit from Saab's fall 2007 collection. Underneath a dramatic bolero jacket, Erivo slipped on a fully-sequined gown that was slit up her legs.
LVMH extends its bet on luxury hospitality with Fontenille deal (#1685206)
LVMH is betting on a small but high-end French hotel group with properties in tourist hot spots like Tuscany and Minorca for its latest expansion in the world of luxury travel. LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE has bought a stake of about 20% in Les Domaines de Fontenille, according to a person familiar with the transaction who declined to provide the entity's value. While LVMH and Les Domaines de Fontenille announced the investment in a statement, they declined to comment on the stake size.
Ariel Belgrave Fitness and Wellness Gift Ideas
While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. We all have that one friend or family member who's obsessed with their workouts - or maybe they're just starting their fitness journey and could use a little extra motivation. Either way, finding the perfect gift for the fitness enthusiast in your life can feel like a challenge.
Negative in-store experiences costing retailers $262 billion in sales
American retailers are struggling to maintain customer satisfaction, with negative in-store experiences costing the retail sector up to 262 billion dollars in lost revenue, according to a recent study from customer experience (CX) expert Forsta.
Diamante Denim Has Never Looked Better-Discover Our Edit Here
December is here and the urge to don sparkles is only getting stronger by the day. Inspired by the countless glitzy dresses, skirts and blouses I've spotted every day, I'm newly motivated to add some glimmer to my own winter wardrobe. While I'm charmed by the sparkles on sparkles that I can't get away from, I'm actually interested in approaching the diamante trend in more of a low-key way.
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