In a New Era, Lancôme Welcomes a New Chief
PARIS — As Lancôme enters a new decade, it welcomes a new leader: Vania Lacascade. She became global brand president in July, after having served as L’Oréal’s chief innovation officer at…
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Balmain’s Creative Directors Through the Years: From Pierre Balmain to Olivier Rousteing
Eighty years ago, Pierre Balmain revealed his first couture collection to the press in his headquarters located 44 Rue François 1er, to this day still the house’s flagship, in front of an…
EXCLUSIVE: First Look at the Dries Van Noten Store in Milan
Milan, at last. Dries Van Noten’s Italian aficionados and fashion enthusiasts that duly pilgrim to the brand’s store in Paris every time they step in the City of Lights can now count on…
LaQuan Smith Suits Up Dancers for ‘DS2 Remix: The Ballet”
If designing a collection, staging a runway show and welcoming celebrity guests weren’t enough for September, LaQuan Smith has designed custom costumes for ballet dancers. The New Yorker…
H&M Studio Touches Down in London With Lola Young, Romeo Beckham, Iris Law
LONDON — H&M returned to London Fashion Week on Thursday evening with a celebrity-filled, multisensory fashion show at a purpose-built venue within an office complex by the Strand. The…
Navigating the Luxury Market, BCG Execs Offer Advice
“Building a drum beat. It’s the perfect moment now.” That’s Geoffroy van Raemdonck, the former chief executive officer of the Neiman Marcus Group, suggesting ways businesses catering to…
Carolina Herrera Spring 2026: Madrid State of Mind
Carolina Herrera is in a Madrid state of mind. Walk down Calle Alcalá in the Spanish capital right now, and you can’t miss model Vittoria Ceretti staring out from a monumental billboard…
FGI Reveals 2025 Night of Stars Award Winners
The Fashion Group International’s has rolled out this year’s honorees for its Night of Stars. Scheduled for Oct. 20 at the Rainbow Room in New York City, the red carpet gala is being…
Calvin Klein Takes First Place in Social Engagement During New York Fashion Week
Calvin Klein was the big winner in social engagement during the spring 2026 shows at New York Fashion Week thanks to X, according to ListenFirst, the social analytics firm. Calvin Klein…
Colleen Allen Spring 2026: Public Exposure
Spooky season is almost upon us and fashion’s favorite mystic Colleen Allen is leaning in with graveyard black and ghostly white gowns in various states of deshabille. Complimented by pops…
Heidi Klum and Alessandra Ambrosio Bring Bavarian Glam in Bold Heels to HeidiFest
Heidi Klum and Alessandra Ambrosio leaned into Bavarian tradition with a tonal, high heel twist at HeidiFest, Klum’s Oktoberfest-inspired party at Munich’s Hofbräuhaus on Thursday. Klum’s…
Printemps New York Embraces Art and Circularity for Fall Promotion
Printemps New York is leaning heavily into the sustainability message for fall. The retailer’s fall initiative is titled “Art & Circularity” and is intended to provide a platform to…
How LN-CC, London’s Original Retail Renegade, Is Bucking Luxury E-commerce’s Struggles
LONDON — LN-CC, the Hackney-based concept store with a global e-commerce operation, will celebrate its 15th anniversary with a series of activations during London Fashion Week and beyond.…
Kate Middleton Honors Princess Diana in Bespoke Phillipa Lepley Gown at State Banquet During President Trump’s U.K. Visit
Kate Middleton was gilded in gold, wearing a bespoke long-sleeve gown by Phillipa Lepley, at the state banquet on Wednesday night at Windsor Castle in Windsor, England, during U.S.…
Take a Full Look at Union and Fragment's Unexpected Air Jordan 1 Colorway
Earlier this year, Hiroshi Fujiwara surprised his followers as he was spotted in a new colorway of his Union x Fragment x Air Jordan 1 High. The sneaker is significantly less blue-forward…
How NBA 2K26 Made Its Sneakers Better Than Ever: ‘Authenticity Is Always Top Priority’
Just a month ahead of the 2025-26 regular season tip off, NBA 2K26 has arrived. The game is already getting high marks among players and reviewers for its improved shooting mechanics,…
Seth Rogen's Houseplant Partners with Ripple+ Home to Drop Incense
Houseplant by Seth Rogen is venturing into the sensorial world of home fragrance. In a brand-new collaboration launching Thursday, the smoking accessories and decor brand is teaming up…
Responsible Jewellery Council Launches First Retail Campaign
TALKING SHOP: Responsibility and sustainability are talking points in the watch and jewelry space, and the Responsible Jewellery Council wants to ensure its members’ stores spread the…
Longtime Saks Shoe Force Will Cooper Is Exiting the Company
Saks veteran Will Cooper is exiting the company after two decades. A Saks Global spokesperson confirmed the move late Wednesday, noting that it was Cooper’s decision. He was most recently…
Swiss Watch Exports Slump Globally in August
PARIS — Swiss watch exports cooled significantly in August. Shipments of wristwatches fell 16.4 percent, reaching 1.57 billion Swiss francs or $1.98 billion, and over 13 percent in units…
Linda Farrow Is Back and Ready for Her Close Up
LONDON — Linda Farrow is back. The designer who launched her eponymous label of glamorous sunglasses in the ‘70s is now the face of the brand’s Iconic collection, wearing frames inspired…
EXCLUSIVE: The Lede Company Expands Talent Division to Paris
NEW HORIZONS: The Lede Company is expanding its talent division to Paris as it continues to strengthen its foothold in Europe. The agency, which represents celebrities including Rihanna,…
EXCLUSIVE: Gisou, Cédric Grolet Team on Honey-Infused Pastries
** THIS IS EMBARGOED UNTIL SEPT. 18 BUT CAN RUN IN THE DD ** SWEET TEMPTATIONS: Premium hair and beauty brand Gisou is taking its affection for honey to a new level. During the upcoming…
EXCLUSIVE: Dior Names Mia Goth Brand Ambassador
GOTH GIRL: As it gears up for Jonathan Anderson’s womenswear debut on Oct. 1, Dior has named its third new female brand ambassador this month: Mia Goth. In a statement shared exclusively…