MILAN – Global luxury spending is expected to reach sales of nearly 1.5 trillion euros in 2024, according to the Altagamma-Bain Worldwide Luxury Market Monitor 2024 presented in Milan on Wednesday. Compared with 2023, the decrease is 2 percent, but at constant exchange rates, it represents a decrease of 1 percent and a gain of 1 percent. “Uncertainty is … Read more
Naturalizer is teaming up with New York-based handbag brand Think Royln on a limited-edition collection of all-weather footwear and sling bags. Founded by best friends and entrepreneurs Pattie Friedman and Kristin Wielenga, Think Royln co-created a sporty five-style collection, dubbed the Ultimate Puffer capsule, that includes two boots, one sneaker and two sling bags. The … Read more
Knowing consumers have an abundance of choices for shopping, are less inclined to dress up, and may be increasingly wary of rising prices, retailers attending this week’s Coterie show were canvasing the aisles for newness. Accessories, especially jewelry, were high on many buyers’ lists, as well as sweaters and other knitwear. Comfort remains key for … Read more
The Running Event and News, a sister publication of WWD, have revealed an expanded partnership for 2024. FN’s tie-up with the industry-leading run and outdoor specialty retail conference and trade show will include dynamic editorial content, comprehensive event coverage and engaging on-site activations at the event. TRE 2024 is scheduled to take place Nov. 19 … Read more
While overall U.S. attendance at Micam has waned in recent years, the buyers who were on the scene this week in Milan were upbeat about spring 2025 offerings — and vendors’ willingness to make deals. “The show helps us to justify some of the designs our current vendors are showing us,” said Doug Becker, a … Read more
Like many major sportswear labels, Tahari, now 50 years old, has its share of licenses and has cycled through different categories. And the business, under Bluestar Alliance, has plans to relaunch fashion footwear, handbags and small leather goods with Fantasia Accessories this spring. There are now 39 licenses in all; Bluestar executives declined to comment … Read more
As ‘s turnaround plan takes hold, the company is rolling out more changes aimed at improving the business. The sneaker retailer on Wednesday announced that it would move its global headquarters to St. Petersburg, Fla. in 2025 while maintaining a smaller presence in its current New York City office. Foot Locker also announced the upcoming … Read more
Exactly where did Mimi’s creativity come from? It has plenty to do with Joanne’s own brand of upbringing. “Nurturing creativity lies at the core of what I do with my children, as well as in my business, The Dimple Loft.” On her creative learning institution for children, the mother-of-two detailed: “I focus on igniting children’s … Read more
It’s the end of a shoe era for Sarah Jessica Parker. According to a statement from the “And Just Like That” star’s namesake brand, obtained Friday by FN and WWD, the SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker collection is closing this fall. The move comes a decade after Parker partnered with the late George Malkemus to … Read more
A new exhibition at the Musée de la Chaussure in southern France is highlighting the shoe designs of Jean Paul Gaultier from the ’80s and ’90s. Olivier Jault, an independent footwear designer who spent years working with Gaultier, has curated the exhibit at the Musée de la Chaussure — a footwear museum located in the … Read more
