Texworld Visitors Up as China Tariffs Impact Sourcing
PARIS — China tariffs and their potential consequences for apparel manufacturing were among the main topics of conversation at the latest edition of Texworld and its adjacent Apparel…
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Heidi Klum Stars in New PosheEra Campaign for ‘Magic Wand’ Shaving Tool, Talks Self Care Secrets
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Heidi Klum is the face of self care brand PosheEra. The…
Caron Names New Perfumer
PARIS – Caron has named Louise Turner its new perfume creation lead. “This partnership not only fuels my passion for fragrance creation, but also opens the door to a new wave of…
How Tombolo Dressed ‘The White Lotus’ Characters for Season Three
Tombolo and HBO’s “The White Lotus” reunited for the third season of the Emmy Award-winning series, crafting new costumes and pieces for the cast. While the New York City brand’s pieces…
Helly Hansen ‘Ticks All the Boxes’ for Kontoor, According to CEO Scott Baxter
Kontoor Brands has amassed a lot of cash since being spun off from VF Corp. in 2018. On Wednesday, it found a place to invest that money. The Greensboro, N.C.-based parent company of…
Machine Gun Kelly Wears Pinstriped Undercover Shirt, Lewis Hamilton Pumps Up the Volume and More F1 75 Live Red Carpet Looks
A bevy of A-list attendees and high-profile celebrities came out in droves for the F1 75 Live event on Tuesday in London. Several stars took inspiration from the sport, styling looks akin…
U.S. Households Ramp Up ‘Doom Spending’ in Preparation for Possible Pandemic, Tariff Impacts
The latest consumer research from CreditCards.com reveals a disturbing trend: U.S. households are “doom spending” and stockpiling in preparation for another pandemic and tariffs. This most…
Angela Bassett Puts Sultry Spin on Little Black Dress With Lace Detailing for ‘Zero Day’ Red Carpet Premiere
Angela Bassett put a sensual spin on the little black dress for her attire at the red carpet premiere of Netflix‘s “Zero Day” on Tuesday in New York City. The venerated actress was joined…
Paris Hilton Joins Forces With Vestiaire Collective to Support Relief Efforts After Los Angeles Wildfires
The Vestiaire Collective is rolling out its biggest celebrity closet sale with influencer and social advocate Paris Hilton that will benefit her nonprofit 11.11 Media Impact. Nearly 100 of…
Kontoor Brands to Acquire Helly Hansen for $900 Million
Helly Hansen has a new home. Kontoor Brands, Inc., said Wednesday that it has acquired the outdoor and workwear brand for $900 million in cash and new debt. The addition of Helly Hansen,…
Caleres to Acquire Tapestry’s Stuart Weitzman Brand for $105 Million
Caleres, which operates a diverse portfolio of popular footwear brands, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Stuart Weitzmanfrom Tapestry Inc. for $105 million. The deal…
Stella McCartney Creates a Flock of AI Birds for New Campaign That Warns of Extinction
LONDON — Stella McCartney’s summer campaign is for the birds. It’s a call to protect dwindling avian life, and a warning that one day there may be a world where birds live only in fantasy.…
Loewe’s Casa Retail Concept Makes Shanghai Debut
Shanghai‘s Jing’an district, named after its glittering Jing’an Temple, is more gilded than ever since the unveiling of Casa Loewe, which boosts a golden facade at the center of the retail…
All the Events and Newness at the First Orlando Edition of Vision Expo East
It’s a new day for Vision Expo East, the trade-only conference and exhibition for eye care and eyewear presented by co-owners RX and The Vision Council. The 2025 edition is the show’s…
Akoni and Safilo on the Positive Road Ahead for Eyewear
Sitting out Vision Expo East this year, both Akoni and Safilo eyewear showed in Milan at Mido. While Akoni, which was founded in 2019, is newer to the market, Safilo just marked 90 years…
A Closer Look at Diesel’s First Collection Strategy Under EssilorLuxottica
EssilorLuxottica has debuted its first Diesel eyewear collection since signing an exclusive 10-year license with the brand last year. Developed under the creative direction of Glenn…
EXCLUSIVE: Luxury Eyewear Brand Ahlem Gets First Minority Investor
PARIS — After tapping its first chief executive officer, Ahlem is taking on its first outside investor. The 10-year-old luxury eyewear company said Wednesday it had received a minority…
Max Mara to Stage Resort 2026 Show at Caserta Royal Palace
MAX MARA’S ROYAL PALACE: Max Mara will reveal Wednesday that its resort 2026 collection will be paraded at the Reggia di Caserta on June 17. The former royal palace is located about 23…
Adam Lippes Fall 2025: Rich, Enveloping Layers and IYKYK Quality
Designer Adam Lippes’ mother was a decorator, and he himself has dabbled in that world with a furniture collaboration with British firm Oka, and has had his own homes featured in shelter…
Hearst U.K. Bucks Circulation Figures as Condé Nast Faces Challenging Numbers
LONDON — In a challenging media landscape, Hearst U.K. is bucking a circulation slowdown as Condé Nast tries to find its feet. According to data published by the U.K.’s Audit Bureau of…
Tom Redmond Sr., Aussie Hair Care Founder, Dies at 92
Hair care entrepreneur Tom Redmond Sr. died Feb. 13 at the age of 92. He died of natural causes, according to a representative for the family. Born in Chicago, Redmond, a U.S. Army veteran…
Celeb Trainer Isaac Boots Joins Cowboy Colostrum as Lead Brand Ambassador
Isaac Boots is betting big on colostrum. The celebrity trainer, known for his signature Torch’d workout, has joined the Cowboy Colostrum team as lead brand ambassador. Boots is also a…
EXCLUSIVE: Mango Coming to Manhattan’s Upper West Side
Mango is bolstering its presence in Manhattan. The global fashion retailer based in Barcelona will open a 13,000-square-foot store at 1976 Broadway, situated between 66th and 67th Streets,…
Danny Ramirez Soars as First Latino Avenger and Balances Acting With Upcoming Directing Debut
For most, walking the Willy Chavarria show during Paris Men’s Fashion Week would be a major enough event. For Danny Ramirez, it was just the start. Since January, the 32-year-old actor has…