The CFDA Appoints Hildy Kuryk as Interim CEO
The trade body temporarily appointed Kuryk as it searches for a permanent replacement for former chief executive Steven Kolb, who resigned following a viral altercation with PETA protesters.
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Michael Kors Broods on Longevity
Seeking a sense of security and comfort, Kors sold the joy of wide-open spaces as efficiently as he’s always plugged his Hollywood-spiked revisions of Americana.
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At Marc Jacobs, Storytelling Through Movement
Scaling the heights of American fashion. That’s exactly where Jacobs was headed once again.
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The Verdict on New York Fashion Week
The sparse schedule was crushing, as was the lack of new ideas. But if America’s premier fashion showcase has indeed hit bottom, there’s nothing to do but evolve and nowhere to go but up.
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At Gabriela Hearst, Precious Thrift and Practicality
It was an intriguing introduction to her latest paean to sophisticated sustainability.
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Gothic Glam at Anna Sui
The charm and humour that illuminate her work were in full effect, but there was also a rich seam of sultry slink.
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Proenza Schouler’s New Reality
The collection just didn’t crackle, something that would have been welcome at this down-and-dreary New York Fashion Week.
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What Comes After Barneys and Opening Ceremony?
In New York, designers reckon with how and where to sell their wares.
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Visual Metaphors at Tory Burch
The designer is reaching for something. Let’s hope she finds it.
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If New York Fashion Is Burning, Who Will Rise From the Ashes?
The absence of big names like Tom Ford and Ralph Lauren means young designers have an opportunity this week. They shouldn’t squander it.
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Armani's Starry World
The designer has an irritating propensity for rendering his models uniform.
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A Dream of Defiance at Margiela
The raw apocalyptic glamour of the show was also a perverse tutorial in the art and craft of clothes-making.
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Jean Paul Gaultier Bids Fashion Farewell
The original enfant terrible retired with a delirious smorgasbord of the androgyny, corsetry, sailor stripes, tattoos, slashed tailoring and sex he was best known for.
The News in Brief
Marc Jacobs Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer
Hearst veteran John Wattiker joins the American fashion house as CMO on the heels of its acquisition from LVMH by WHP Global and G-III.
Vyrao Acquired by Brand Platform Tresalis
The niche perfume brand has been purchased by the new beauty operator created and backed by German investment firm Athos.
Vietnam’s Largest Listed Jeweller Forecasts Loss After Diamond Scandal
PNJ also plans to slash its revenue target. Losses in 2026 are expected as a result of a huge provision for customer buybacks following a smuggling scandal.
China, US Agree Tariff Cuts on $60 Billion of Goods
The trade deal covers an array of products, ranging from fois gras to cosmetics.
Armani Open to More Than One Investor for Sale of 15% stake, CEO Says
The comments by chief executive Giuseppe Marsocci come as the brand reportedly considers the possibility of LVMH, L’Oreal and EssilorLuxottica sharing the stake.
Edward Buchanan Opens New Creative Hub in Milan
A new space called The Situation will host exhibitions and residencies and provide resources to Black, queer and other under-represented creatives.
L’Oréal Joins Forces With Nykaa to Invest in Indian Beauty Brands
BOLD, the French conglomerate’s venture capital fund, will collaborate with retailer Nykaa to invest in the next generation of Indian beauty brands.