Ralph Lauren
Ralph Lauren is an American fashion brand, founded by the designer Ralph Lauren in 1967 in New York. The company produces apparel, accessories, footwear and home collections, with lines including Polo Ralph Lauren and Ralph Lauren Purple Label.
The Business of Casting Queer Models
Rising demand for LGBTQIA+ models is being driven by marketing as much as by social responsibility. But whatever the motives, greater visibility can help fight marginalisation.
Geopolitical Uncertainty Plays Tug of War on Luxury Index
Riots in Hong Kong, Brexit and continued tensions between the USA and its trading partners have caused the Savigny Luxury Index to fluctuate this month.
How the Puffy Vest Became a Symbol of Power
The puffer vest has frequently been spotted as the fashion item of choice for the one percent, from HBO's 'Succession' to Jeff Bezos's wardrobe, and brands like Moncler and Cucinelli are reaping the benefits.
The New Ways Retailers Are Watching You Shop
Retailers are using cameras and smartphones to track customers' every move. But is the data pulled from this technology worth the privacy backlash?
Walmart Revives Defunct Fashion Brand Scoop
In its quest to go upmarket, Walmart will position the defunct Scoop label as a private fashion brand.
New York’s Fashion Week Revamp: Did It Work?
Newly appointed CFDA Chairman Tom Ford wants New York to play on the global stage again. His early steps are promising.
Slick Woods Launches a Jewellery Line That Aims to Fund Minority-Owned Businesses
The model and Instagram star partnered with other black creatives to found C1V1L, a direct-to-consumer brand with major ambitions to give back to the culture.
New Chapters for Four American Designers
Prabal Gurung, Jason Wu, Rosie Assoulin and Mansur Gavriel presented their latest collections at the New York shows on Sunday.
Luxury’s Addiction to China Leaves It Exposed
This month, the SLI tumbled in the face of deteriorating trade talks between China and the US, compounded by a devaluation of the yuan and continued pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong.
How Tommy Hilfiger Thrived on Hip Hop (Without Being Accused of Cultural Appropriation)
The designer, who chose Harlem's Apollo Theater to show his latest collection Sunday, built a billion-dollar brand working with artists of colour. Here’s how he has navigated the thorny issue of fashion and race.