The viral mob wife aesthetic, which takes its cues from the ostentatious style of fictional mafia characters in television and film, is fueling a demand for furry textures, and designers and retailers have taken note. “You couldn’t escape the importance of texture,” this season, said Linda Fargo, director of women’s fashion at Bergdorf Goodman, highlighting … Read more
Capri Holdings chairman and chief executive officer John Idol on Wednesday firmly denied a WWD report that a search for a successor to Michael Kors is being considered. In a statement, Idol said, “Michael Kors is and will remain the chief creative officer of his namesake company. His vision is essential to our success. Any … Read more
Is the fashion industry finally coming to grips with planned, unhurried succession strategies for its famous creative leaders? WWD broke the news on Tuesday that Dries Van Noten is stepping down in June after nearly four decades in fashion — and a glorious, slow-building fashion career. His last show in his current role will be … Read more
Michael Michael Kors has hit the refresh button. As the second brand celebrates its 20th anniversary, the company has introduced both an elevated product offering and new creative direction for its spring ad campaign. Ads were photographed by Mert Alas under the creation direction of Trey Laird and were styled by Alex Harrington. Shot in … Read more
Michael Kors once again came in first place in social engagement during New York Fashion Week, followed by Tory Burch, Tommy Hilfiger, Coach and Carolina Herrera, respectively, according to ListenFirst, the social analytics firm. Engagement score is a measure of the conscious click-based actions (likes, reactions, shares and comments) taken either in direct response to … Read more
Before the fall collections begin down the runway at New York Fashion Week this Friday, WWD got a look at the inspirations behind the fashion. And already, some defining themes of the fall 2024 fashion season have emerged. With a new show venue, New York City will come to the fore. The story of NYFW … Read more
The Council of Fashion Designers of America has released the preliminary Official New York Fashion Week Schedule for the upcoming fall 2024 runway season. The New York shows take place Feb. 9 through 14. Marking Peter Do’s second show as creative director, Helmut Lang formally kicks off the American Collections Feb. 9 at noon, and … Read more
NEW FACE: Michael Kors has tapped Chinese actor and singer JC-T as the luxury fashion brand’s Greater China brand ambassador. The 33-year-old performer will be featured in upcoming campaigns for the brand with additional social media collaborations and appearances. According to the company, JC-T’s cool sensibility, along with his “talent, style and powerful stage presence … Read more
Michael Kors has tapped Chinese actor and singer JC-T as the luxury fashion brand’s Greater China brand ambassador. The 33-year-old performer will be featured in upcoming campaigns for the brand with additional social media collaborations and appearances. According to the company, JC-T’s cool sensibility, along with his “talent, style and powerful stage presence epitomize the … Read more
Instead of celebrating its 10th anniversary with a blowout party, the St. Louis Fashion Fund is staying true to its purpose and supporting the area’s economy with a year of special events. While re-shoring and domestic manufacturing have been gaining some traction in certain cities, such initiatives dovetail into St. Louis’ heritage. From the late … Read more
