French sustainable trainer brand Veja has opened its first store in London in the centre of Seven Dials. Located at 45 Monmouth Street, between Covent Garden and Soho, the 1,475 square foot store offers the brand’s range of footwear alongside an in-store cobbler station for repairs and cleaning of sneakers and shoes from any brand. … Read more
While the White House Correspondents’ Dinner has been an annual tradition since 1920, the event has become a star-studded night in the last few decades with Hollywood’s biggest celebrities coming together in Washington, D.C. During former President Barack Obama’s eight years in office, the dinner was packed with celebrities each year, with the likes of … Read more
Showroomprivé (SRP Groupe), reported a first quarter GMV of 247.2 million euros, up 3 percent, while revenues decreased slightly by 3 million euros or 1.9 percent. Showroomprivé confirms that 2024 will be a year of transformation, with operating expenses that may impact profitability. Commenting on the first quarter update, David Dayan, chairman and CEO of … Read more
The 2024 Femmy Awards, presented by The Underfashion Club, the intimate apparel industry charitable organization dedicated to education, has scheduled its annual event for Aug. 6 once again at Cipriani 42nd Street. Honorees include Commando, Eberjey, Regina Miracle, Vanity Fair and Mayur Vansia, director of innovation at Victoria’s Secret. Commando will win for “Brand Evolution,” … Read more
For the first quarter, Columbia Sportswear Company’s net sales decreased 6 percent to 770 million dollars reflecting lower wholesale net sales in the United States and Canada. The company said in a release that full year net income is now expected to be 217 to 240 million dollars, resulting in diluted earnings per share of … Read more
Only in San Francisco do guests in sparkly gowns mingle with others in fresh-off-the-clock office attire or street looks without anyone thinking it strange. Two events this week brought the city’s diverse spirit and fashion flair to the fore: The annual Art Bash fundraiser by the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and the Human … Read more
Skechers first quarter sales increased 12.5 percent as a result of a 15.2 percent increase internationally and a 7.8 percent increase domestically. “For the first quarter, Skechers achieved a new sales record of 2.25 billion dollars, EPS of 1.33 dollars, gross margins of 52.5 percent and an operating margin of 13.3 percent, all notable accomplishments … Read more
Salone del Mobile may be giving Milan Fashion Week a run for its money. From Louis Vuitton to Loewe, Hermès to Loro Piana, fashion houses made up a noticeable portion of the presentations in Milan as well as among the nearly 2,000 exhibitors at the 62nd edition of Salone del Mobile. Not to be outdone, visitors … Read more
Valencia, Spain – In a world increasingly reliant on digitalisation, the question of a physical store’s current relevancy arises. Yet many brands remain steadfast in their commitment to the in-person shopping landscape, with some emphasising that physical retail brings ample benefits to brands that still invest in this sector. Co-founder of menswear label Scalpers, Borja … Read more
VICE SQUAD: Louis Vuitton has promoted two seasoned executives in its image and communications department, WWD has learned. According to sources, Bianca Manley has been named vice president, women’s communications, and Cécile Durieux has been appointed vice president, men’s and corporate communications. Both women start their new roles officially on May 1 and report to … Read more
