Business
Stone Island Strengthens Commitment to China With Flagship Openings, Strategic Investments
MILAN — Stone Island hasn’t given up on China. On the contrary, it is reinforcing its commitment to that market. “China, despite the fact…
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Roberto Coin Taps Dakota Johnson as Global Brand Ambassador
Roberto Coin, the jeweler known for mixing Italian craftsmanship and romance, has named Dakota Johnson global brand ambassador. “Dakota…
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Repositioning Banana Republic to Regain Relevance
Banana Republic has been hanging in for decades, seeking to reconnect with consumers through a succession of repositionings, from the…
Fashion
It’s Officially Shoe Charm Summer — Here’s How to Refresh Your Everyday Sneakers With Personal Flair.
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. In…
Business
Saks Secures $350M in Financing to ‘Fortify’ Balance Sheet
Saks Global has gained some extra breathing room. The company — which took on a heavy debt load to buy Neiman Marcus in December and has…
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Rockport’s Headed to the UK and Ireland
Leading footwear distributor Chapters Brand Group is set to bring the Rockport shoe brand across the pond. Brand management firm Authentic…
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Justice for Jorts
While it does come in three different washes (light wash, rinse, and black wash), none of them are particularly compelling. Give us more…
Fashion
Francesco Murano, Institution, Lessico Familiare and Moja Rowa Receive Camera Moda Fashion Trust 2025 Grants
MILAN — Francesco Murano, Institution by Galib Gassanoff, Lessico Familiare and Moja Rowa are the recipients of the 2025 grants bestowed…
Culture
Kunimasa Aoki’s Anamorphic Sculpture Scores the 2025 Loewe Craft Prize
LONDON — Japanese sculptor and terracotta artist Kunimasa Aoki has been named the winner of the 2025 Loewe Craft Prize on Thursday evening…
Lifestyle
Khaite Resort 2026: Feeling Playful
Season after season, Khaite’s Catherine Holstein has been delivering a powerful, urban and feminine look rooted in luxurious and often…
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Timberland & Pabst Blue Ribbon Drop Merch Collection With Boot Styles
Timberland Pro and Pabst Blue Ribbon are releasing a limited-edition collaboration that includes a selection of professional-grade…
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Adidas Originals and Sporty & Rich Release New Off-court Tennis-inspired Collection
Adidas Originals and Sporty & Rich come together again to celebrate off-court tennis style with an apparel, accessories and footwear…
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Converse Takes Shot at Anthony Edwards, Adidas After SGA’s Thunder Defeat Timberwolves
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder moved past the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals Wednesday…
Fashion
Nike’s Latest Cortez Shoe Release Pops in Neon ‘Hyper Pink’ for Trendy Summer Sneaker Style
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Bao Bao Issey Miyake to Open First U.S. Store in New York’s SoHo
Issey Miyake is bringing its popular Bao Bao concept to the States. The brand, which creates bags out of different materials in a variety…
Fashion
Nike and Lego Are Launching Studded Sneakers, Sneaker Block Sets and a Legoland Space
Nearly a year after announcing their partnership, Nike and Lego are dispensing with the details on what their collaboration will look…
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Blackpink’s Rosé Fronts the Cover of Ib Kamara’s Final Issue of Dazed
LONDON — Dazed began the release of the final issue under the editorship of Ib Kamara on Thursday with a cover starring Blackpink member…
Fashion
Dior Confirms Maria Grazia Chiuri Is Stepping Down
PARIS — Maria Grazia Chiuri is stepping down as artistic director of women’s collections at Dior, where she oversaw a golden age of growth…
Business
Loro Piana Record Bale Award Celebrates Superior Quality and Community
MILAN — Anyone suggesting that Loro Piana’s ability to source some of the finest and most luxurious fibers across the world is just the…
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EXCLUSIVE: Korean Cycle Care Brand Rael Expands Retail Assortment at Walmart, Ulta Beauty and Walgreens
Rael is on a mission to redefine the intersection of beauty and wellness at retail. Thursday, the Korean cycle care brand is announcing…
Culture
How Actress Samantha Williams Harnesses the Headstrong Heroine In Tony-nominated ‘Pirates! The Penzance Musical’
“I’m just happy that our work is being recognized. [It’s] super crazy,” says actress Samantha Williams on a Zoom call, just hours after…
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New Balance, Men in Blazers to Highlight Soccer Stars in Partnership Deal
New Balance is turning its sights on soccer. The sports brand is partnering with Men in Blazers Media Network, or MIBMN, the largest…
Beauty
Dior Beauty Opens New Boutique in Miami
Fresh on the heels of a Southern Calif. flagship opening, Dior Beauty is already looking at a new market for brick-and-mortar. The company…
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Nike Think Tank Celebrates Five Years of Championing Women’s Sports
From its groundbreaking partnership with Kim Kardashian’s Skims brand to its female-focused Super Bowl commercial, Nike has made no secret…