Skate brand Vans plans to partner with local independent streetwear label Only NY. We will create a small line that embraces signature skate style and passion for the outdoors, according to a joint statement. The collaboration is part of the VF Corp.-owned brand’s push to create demand for cool products in trendy markets. Vans president […]
Italian sneaker brand Superga and Miami-based luxury shoe brand Del Toro have teamed up to launch their first collaboration. Del Toro designer Matthew Chevallard presented the summer ’16 collection at his New York City boutique. Styles include the Superga 2750 low-rise, available for $145 in light blue suede and navy camo suede. Also included in […]
Eight months after UBM Americas appointed Chris DeMoulin as managing director of its fashion business, the executive has exited the post. According to the company, “We have a very strong group of fashion category leaders still driving the business through this exciting period of growth and integration. Our goal remains the same — to provide […]
Taking its relationship with the French footwear maven to the next level, Hermès Group now has a minority stake in Maison Pierre Hardy. Hardy has designed Hermès’ footwear since 1990 and added jewelry to his responsibilities in 2001. “The agreement highlights Hermès’ ambition to contribute to the label’s global growth dynamic and confirms the close […]
Javan Bunch — formerly EVP of global merchandising and domestic wholesale for footwear, handbags and accessories at Tory Burch LLC — has been appointed CEO at Donald J Pliner, owned by Castanea Partners. Noel Hord, who had been heading Pliner, will become a non-executive director on the board. “Javan brings a wealth of strategic and […]
Dolce & Gabbana held its yearly summer fashion bash in Naples, Italy, complete with two runway shows, performances, dinner, fireworks and an appearance by legendary actress Sophia Loren. Dolce & Gabbana also chose the Italian coastal city as the backdrop for its fall ’16 campaign and has adopted the hashtag #DGLovesNaples. On the first day […]
Prabal Gurung has a new collaboration coming. The designer has announced a partnership with Lane Bryant for a limited-edition women’s line sold exclusively in stores. “Designing clothes for the modern woman, one who is fashionable and unafraid of how she feels about herself, has always been my source for inspiration. I truly believe that confidence […]
Nicole Miller is stepping into the children’s market under a new licensing deal with Kinderland Inc. The designer will partner with the Miami-based firm to debut girls’ shoes under the Nicole Miller Signature and Nicole Miller New York labels. Launching in stores next spring, the collection will feature a mix of fashion-forward styles such as […]
Marco Gobbetti has been named chief executive officer of Burberry Group, replacing Christopher Bailey who has been named president. Bailey will retain his role as chief creative officer. Julie Brown has been appointed to the new role of chief operating and financial officer. The appointments are part of a series of changes to the Burberry […]
Model and TV personality Alexa Chung is going on her own. The fashion darling announced that she will launch an eponymous brand, Alexachung, in May 2017. The contemporary line will include shoes, daywear, eveningwear, denim, jewelry and “daily luxuries.” She has previously collaborated with AG Jeans, Madewell and Marks & Spencer, among others. “The moment […]
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