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What Does the Saks-Neiman’s $2.65 Billion Deal Mean for the Beauty Business?
What has long been rumored became a reality last week.Why Is Amazon Doubling Down in Luxury and Backing the Saks-Neiman's Deal? Hudson’s Bay Co. reached an agreement to acquire the Neiman Marcus Group for $2.65 billion, bringing the Dallas-based luxury retailer together with the New York-based Saks Fifth Avenue as Saks Global. Amazon was also revealed as a surprise investor in the deal, which is pending approval by the Federal Trade Commission. But what does this mean for beauty, of which department stores are a slowing but still important retail distribution channel? “This merger could potentially have a very positive impact on the...
Loro Piana Travels to 18th-century Scottish Castle
MILAN — Loro Piana is certainly representative of Made in Italy excellence and craftsmanship, but it is also a global company that sources its wool, mohair, vicuña, cashmere and other precious fabrics from countries around the world. In particular, the brand is strongly connected to Scotland and for fall it has chosen the country as the setting for its campaign.Missoni Now Dresses Gin Bottles, Too Marking its centenary this year with the heritage collection, the campaign was photographed by Mario Sorrenti against the backdrop of the striking Inveraray Castle owned by Torquhil Campbell, the 13th Duke of Argyll. Scotland is the land...
Wilmer Valderrama Launches a Unisex Activewear Line Called E.P.U.
Wilmer Valderrama, the 44-year-old actor best known for roles such as Fez in the sitcom “That ‘70s Show” and Special Agent Nicholas Torres on the drama series “NCIS,” has immersed himself into the activewear business. How HSN and Impact.com Are Boosting Affiliate Marketing via Personalized Content Creation The actor, entrepreneur, activist and fitness enthusiast has introduced a new active lifestyle brand for women and men called E.P.U., which stands for E Pluribus Unum, which is Latin for “out of many, one.” “I Iove the fashion industry and it’s something that I really have been paying attention to, and have been so...
John Elliott Tells a Military Tale in Unique Fabrics to Update Core Pieces for Men’s Spring 2025
John Elliott credits his uncle with getting him started on the road to becoming a fashion designer. “His closet was my impetus to fashion,” he said. Elliott said when he was a boy, he was at his uncle’s house playing wiffle ball when the ball was lost. His uncle sent the young man into his closet to grab a replacement and it was there that he saw all the souvenirs the man had gathered during his time fighting in the Vietnam War. “It was a paradigm shift moment for me,” Elliott recalled. And something he’ll never forget.
Guy Trebay’s New Book Captures More Than New York City’s 1970s Sizzle
As an established voice in fashion, culture, art and style, Guy Trebay’s insightful articles often invoke further questions or conversations. But this summer he has upped the stakes, turning the focus onto his life with the release of “Do Something: Coming of Age Amid the Glitter and Doom of ‘70s New York.”Inside a Critical DEI Conversation at the FN Summit: 'This Work Is About All of Us' In the Penguin Random House-published book, the longtime New York Times reporter details his Long Island childhood, his Hawaiian Surf founder father’s rise and fall, his enchanting yet unmoored mother, a sister’s armed robbery...
Why Is Amazon Doubling Down in Luxury and Backing the Saks-Neiman’s Deal?
The fashion industry has been buzzing about a deal to bring Saks Fifth Avenue together with Neiman Marcus for years — decades, even — but when it finally came last week, it came with a twist: Amazon. What Does the Saks-Neiman's $2.65 Billion Deal Mean for the Beauty Business? The e-commerce giant is among the players investing in the $2.65 billion deal that will have Richard Baker’s HBC buy Neiman Marcus and meld it with Saks into a new organization called Saks Global. Cloud-based commerce company Salesforce also plans to invest as the transaction closes. It’s a deal that comes with plenty of...
French First Lady Brigitte Macron Puts Vibrant Twist on Political Party Colors Alongside President Emmanuel Macron for Election Voting in France
First Lady of France Brigitte Macron was seen leaving a voting station in Le Touquet-Paris-Plage on Sunday alongside her husband, President Emmanuel Macron, during the country’s second round of legislative elections. The couple put on a united front, while Brigitte fashioned a monochrome look. Serena Williams' Wimbledon Outfits Through the Years: From Her First Tournament in 1998 to Her Final On-court Look For the occasion, Brigitte Macron favored a tailored suit ensemble. The first lady of France wore a monochrome blue suit with tailored trousers, a single-breasted blazer and coordinated button-down shirt all in the same shade of blue — a...
Serena Williams Dons Head-to-toe Gucci at Essence Festival of Culture 2024, Talks Active Beauty and Investing in Women
Evidence that Serena Williams has natural winning instincts on and off the court, the tennis great said she was concocting tinted moisturizer decades before she even knew the product had a name. Never mind being the $1.89 billion category it is today.Serena Williams' Wimbledon Outfits Through the Years: From Her First Tournament in 1998 to Her Final On-court Look Williams took to the stage at the 2024 Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans on Saturday to share her journey into beauty entrepreneurship and finding joy in helping others achieve their goals. Sporting an updo and blue eye shadow, Williams tapped into...
Jean Paul Gaultier’s First Designer Sneaker, Soccer-inspired Heels and More Are Now on Display in France
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 French shoemaking hub of Romans-sur-Isère.
Meet Ines de Ramon, Brad Pitt’s Girlfriend and Luxury Jewelry Executive
Ines de Ramon catapulted to attention on Friday when she was spotted alongside boyfriend Brad Pitt at the F1 British Grand Prix as the sporting event marked the first time they were photographed together publicly.Brad Pitt and Girlfriend Ines de Ramon Coordinate in Pastel Colors for F1 British Grand Prix Ahead, learn more about de Ramon’s background, career in the luxury jewelry category and red carpet moments. She began dating Brad Pitt in 2022 While de Ramon made her first public appearance alongside Pitt in 2024, they’ve been together for nearly two years. The couple was initially spotted at a Bono concert in November...
Kylie Jenner Debuts Her Khy Clothing Line’s Bikinis, One-pieces and More for First Swimwear Collection Campaign
Kylie Jenner‘s Khy brand unveiled its eighth drop and debut swimwear collection on Monday. Titled the Vacation Shop, the collection features summer essentials, from soft bikinis to colorful cover-ups. Madonna's Daughter, Lourdes Leon, Stars in David Koma's First Campaign “This is the vacation wardrobe of my dreams and I’m so excited to finally share it with everyone,” said Jenner, founder and creative director of the Khy clothing line, via statement. “We took our time perfecting this collection because, as with anything we launch at Khy, the design, quality, fabric and fit are all super important to me,” she added. The collection...
EBay Unveils Enhanced Advertising Dashboard to Boost Seller Growth
To help sellers on its platform grow their sales, eBay has launched “eBay Advertising,” which has an improved dashboard, “intuitive campaign tools” and personalized insights. The first iteration of eBay Advertising was rolled out in 2015.Elton John Partners With eBay to Auction His Legendary Wardrobe in Support of Elton John AIDS Foundation Ebay described the new version as a reimagined and redesigned advertising experience. “From a new Advertising dashboard to a simplified portfolio, the powerful new experience will help take [a seller’s] business to new heights,” the company said, adding that the new tools “are designed to simplify advertising experience, increase...
In British Politics, Individualism Is Back in Fashion
LONDON — Last Friday’s parade of new cabinet ministers into No. 10 Downing Street was more like a red carpet premiere than a well-scripted changing of the guard. Usually the rookie ministers stride into No. 10 looking sober, dressed in dark suits, sensible shoes and freshly coiffed and forgettable hairstyles.The 2024 BST Hyde Park Festival Is Getting a Touch of Spirituality Not this time. Instead, ministers expressed themselves through a rainbow of color ranging from turquoise to bright red to fuchsia, and ditched traditional suits for dresses or other top and trouser combinations. They haven’t stopped. On Saturday and Monday there...
The 2024 BST Hyde Park Festival Is Getting a Touch of Spirituality
LONDON — Those celebrating American Express presents BST Hyde Park, a music festival featuring headliners including SZA, Kings of Leon, and Stevie Nicks, can now add receiving their very own affirmation to their itinerary. In British Politics, Individualism Is Back in Fashion Affirmation expert Giselle La Pompe-Moore is bringing a touch of spirituality to the festival, allowing guests to identify with a festival persona and helping them manifest the best weekend possible. “When we think about affirmations, we often think that they’re only about the future and repeating the things that we want to have,” said La Pompe-Moore in an interview. “They can...
Dior Bestows Seventh Photography and Visual Arts Award for Young Talents
The Dior Photography and Visual Arts Award for Young Talents this year went to Chia Huang for her “Silence is speaking” photographic series.EXCLUSIVE: Troye Sivan Named Rabanne's First Global Makeup Brand Ambassador The Taiwanese student from the École National Supérieure des Beaux-Arts was received the award in Arles, France, on Friday night. The session marked the seventh time LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton-owned Dior partnered with Luma Arles, a campus for artists, and the École Nationale Supérieure de la Photographie, also in Arles. The competition’s jury this year was headed by French photographer Brigitte Lacombe. It included, as well, Julie Jones, Laurent Montaron,...
Balenciaga’s ‘Le City’ Bag Campaign Stars Nicole Kidman, Kate Moss & More [PHOTOS]
Balenciaga’s “Le City” bag campaign features brand ambassador Nicole Kidman and models Kate Moss, Amelia Gray and Kit Butler. The campaign was shot by Mario Sorrenti. See photos below. Nicole Kidman: Balenciaga’s “Le City” Bag Campaign. Nicole Kidman for Balenciaga “Le City” Bag....
The 7 Best Maybelline Mascaras for Falsies-Level Lashes, Tested by Editors
For many beauty lovers, Maybelline marked a first foray into mascara — and makeup as a whole. The staple affordable beauty brand is practically synonymous with the best drugstore mascaras, and continues to push boundaries with every new lash-exaggerating launch, from extension fiber tubing formulas to updated iterations on nostalgic bestsellers. There’s a myriad of options to choose from, so WWD Shop editors rounded up new releases and personal holy grails to narrow down the best Maybelline mascaras that deliver on different lash effects. What Does the Saks-Neiman's $2.65 Billion Deal Mean for the Beauty Business? Maybelline’s beloved mascara category never...
Saks COO Departs for Another Gig
RJ Cilley, the chief operating officer of Saks, has left the luxury website to become chief executive officer of Voomi Supply, a Philadelphia-based online distributor of HVAC, plumbing, heating and electrical supplies.Why Is Amazon Investing in Saks + Neiman's? Cilley held key roles at Saks and its parent company HBC for 12 years. He was instrumental in the re-platforming of Saks.com in October 2020. He led the launch of Saks.com marketplace in 2021, and further capitalized on AI to advance the digital business. He’s been chief operating officer since January 2021, overseeing the marketplace format, fulfillment, customer service, item lifecycle, international,...
Serena Williams’ Wimbledon Outfits Through the Years: From Her First Tournament in 1998 to Her Final On-court Look
Throughout her professional tennis career, Serena Williams served a lot of style on the court. The Wyn Beauty founder and 23-time Grand Slam champion merged athleticism and fashion in each match she played, acing her ability to marry Nike and Puma looks with her own style sensibility and quintessential verve. Shania Twain Embraces Logomania Maximalism in Vivienne Westwood Skirt Set for BST Hyde Park London Concert The Championships, Wimbledon, was the ideal tournament for Williams to showcase her proclivity for fashion, and the tournament charted her style evolution over the course of more than two decades. The tournament’s history of...
Christian Louboutin Invests Personally in French Hospitality Group
Underscoring luxury’s current fascination with luxury hospitality, Christian Louboutin has made a personal investment in Experimental Group, a French operator of upscale boutique hotels, cocktail bars, restaurants and beach clubs in Europe. Financial terms were not disclosed; however, Louboutin’s investment yielded a minority stake. Founded in 2007 by...
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