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Investigation Into Fatal Shooting in SoHo Continues
Officials from the New York City Police Department are investigating a fatal shooting that took place early Tuesday morning on a SoHo street that is popular with designer and luxury shoppers.University of Westminster's 2024 Men's MA Show Was a Visceral Celebration Police officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 5:16 a.m. at 41 Greene Street outside of the Stone Island store. A 31-year-old man was found to be “unresponsive and unconscious,” having suffered a gunshot wound to the right thigh. EMS officials were called to the scene and the man was transported to NYC Health and Hospitals/Bellevue, where he was...
Giorgio Armani Privé Fall 2024 Couture: Girl With a Pearl Everything
What makes something “profoundly Armanian?” Giorgio Armani dropped this made-up word — a descriptor somewhat akin to Prada-ness — in the press notes for his fall show, which was dedicated to pearly colors, pearl-like textures and pearl-shaped embellishments. Well lo and behold, the collection positively oozed...
Standout Beauty Looks Appearing on Men’s Spring 2025 Runways
Beauty looks took creative turns on the Paris runways during the recent season showcasing men’s spring 2025 fashion collections.He's Come Undone: Paris Buyers Spot 'Relaxed Nonchalance,' Pastels and Boat Shoes for Spring At Comme des Garçons, models’ heads were adorned with colorful creations that appeared made of piles of multicolored swathes. They were the dream child of Takeo Arai, who channeled artistic director Rei Kawakubo’s uplifting show theme, “The Hope of Light.” At Loewe, where Anthony Turner oversaw hairstyle and Lynsey Alexander was in charge of makeup, feathers were the embellishment of choice. From one to many plumes, ranging from gold-colored to...
Charles de Vilmorin Fall 2024 Couture Took Shape in an ‘Only Murders in the Building’-style Show
Charles de Vilmorin’s fall haute couture collection took the form of a murder mystery yarn. “I conceived this collection in a very cinematic way, a bit like a movie, and the atmosphere, the inspiration, was really an Agatha Christie film,” the designer said backstage. But instead of...
Backstage at Armani Privé Fall 2024 Couture
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Alexis Mabille Fall 2024 Couture: Champagne Showgirl
Guests at Alexis Mabille’s show Tuesday were escorted to their plush seats inside the Lido 2 Paris, which he recently redesigned, where waiters served Champagne from a bottle waiting at each table. The tone was set; it was time to settle in and enjoy the show. The sparkling elixir...
Avril Lavigne Does Couture: Behind the Scenes in Paris at the Tamara Ralph Show
Avril Lavigne was back in the front row this week, this time in Paris for the latest couture shows. Lavigne’s itinerary included Iris van Herpen and Tamara Ralph, the latter of which she documented for WWD.Cate Blanchett Goes Strapless in Embellished Jumpsuit With Dramatic V-neckline and More Looks at Armani Privé Fall 2024 Couture Front Row Lavigne was “still thinking about the [Iris van Herpen] show” while getting ready for Tamara Ralph. The musician accessorized her Tamara Ralph show look with a small glossy black clutch and a pair of black Christian Louboutin pumps. “These Christian Louboutins sure are different than what...
Cate Blanchett Goes Strapless in Embellished Jumpsuit With Dramatic V-neckline and More Looks at Armani Privé Fall 2024 Couture Front Row
High-profile stars in the world of fashion and beyond attended the Giorgio Armani Privé fall 2024 couture show during Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday. Prior to the collection showcase, stars like Cate Blanchett, Nichapat Suphap and more attended the photo call and were seated front row for the show. Katy Perry Redefines Statement Dressing in Fiery Red Balenciaga Dress With a Never-ending Train Featuring the Lyrics of Her New Single 'Woman's World' Ahead, see the fashionable threads stars like Blanchett, Suphap and more wore to the Giorgio Armani Privé fall 2024 couture show. Cate Blanchett Oscar-winning actress Cate Blanchett fashioned this...
Brand Machine Group Debuts New Home Division With U.S. Polo Assn. Collection
Brand Machine Group (BMG), a vertical manufacturer and international licensing specialist, has expanded into the global homeware category. Its first initiative will be the U.S. Polo Assn.’s inaugural fall 2024 homeware collection, launching at wholesale this summer. T.J. Maxx, in Partnership With Mandy Moore, Launches 'Claim Your And' Campaign The collection will be distributed in Europe, starting with the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany and Poland. The BMG Homeware Division is led by Mike Barker, newly appointed commercial director. BMG is poised to introduce a range of homeware offerings from various brands across key territories. “We are incredibly excited...
Imane Ayissi Fall 2024 Couture
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Katy Perry Redefines Statement Dressing in Fiery Red Balenciaga Dress With a Never-ending Train Featuring the Lyrics of Her New Single ‘Woman’s World’
Katy Perry added a personal touch to her one-shoulder red minidress while out during Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday. The singer and former “American Idol” judge fashioned a look by Balenciaga, to which she added a dramatic long train embossed with lyrics to her forthcoming single “Woman’s World.”Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick's Kids Sosie and Travis Bring Goth-inspired Looks to 'MaXXXine' Red Carpet Premiere While arriving at The Ritz hotel in Paris, Perry stepped out of a limousine wearing a selection from Balenciaga’s pre-fall 2024 collection. The velvety fire red dress featured one long sleeve and an asymmetrical neckline. Perry coordinated the minidress...
T.J. Maxx, in Partnership With Mandy Moore, Launches ‘Claim Your And’ Campaign
T.J. Maxx, which has championed self-expression for nearly a decade through its Maxx You Project, has launched its newest campaign, Claim Your And, designed to empower women to break free of the labels that limit them and embrace their full, multifaceted selves.EXCLUSIVE: Louis Vuitton Names 'Squid Game' Actor Gong Yoo as House Ambassador T.J. Maxx will kick off the campaign in partnership with Mandy Moore. Drawing from her personal, empowering journey toward breaking free of labels others have given her, and embracing her multidimensionality, she will headline a fireside chat on maxxyouproject.com, moderated by Simone Boyce, on July 30. “For as long...
Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick’s Kids Sosie and Travis Bring Goth-inspired Looks to ‘MaXXXine’ Red Carpet Premiere
Kevin Bacon transformed the “MaXXXine” red carpet on Monday into a family affair. The actor attended the film premiere in Los Angeles, accompanied by wife Kyra Sedgwick and their two kids, Sosie and Travis Bacon. Each one brought their unique style to the event. Lupita Nyong'o Gives Power Suiting a Sensual Spin in Double-breasted Blazer and High-waisted Shorts for 'A Quiet Place: Day One' Photo Call Sosie wore a little black dress which she paired with a colorful sweater dress featuring a Frank-N-Furter picture on the front from the 1975 classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show.” She completed her look with...
Queen Rania of Jordan Makes the Case for Two-Tone Dressing in Elie Saab Dress, Brigitte Macron Takes on Hosting Duties in Classic White Suit in Paris
Queen Rania of Jordan joined her husband, King Abdallah II, for a visit to France. The royal couple was greeted and joined by France’s President Emmanuel Macron and French first lady Brigitte Macron, who hosted the royal couple at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Monday. Queen Camilla and Empress Masako of Japan Coordinate in Crisp White Dresses and Pearls During State Visit in London For the state visit, Queen Rania favored contrasting colors in a two-tone ensemble with a coordinated purse and white pumps. Elie Saab was the designer behind the royal’s look, which featured a two-tone color scheme in...
The Top Accessories Street Style Trends at Paris Men’s Fashion Week Spring 2025
When it came to street style accessories outside the Paris Fashion Week men’s spring 2025 shows, the influences ran wide and deep. For example, handbags, traditionally a women’s accessory, appeared in men’s street style long before they did all over the runway. Gen Z is to thank for that. The Biggest Street Style Trends of Paris Men's Fashion Week for Spring 2025 The same thing occurred with statement earrings and rings. This spring menswear season in Paris, your grandmother’s silk scarves and old school bandanas were out in full force and layered, bold necklaces were the jewelry of choice. Shield sunglasses also pushed...
The Biggest Street Style Trends of Paris Men’s Fashion Week for Spring 2025
Paris is at the epicenter of fashion right now. So much is always going on, inside and outside of the shows, and when it comes to street style, there’s a clear segmentation of menswear’s different tribes. He's Come Undone: Paris Buyers Spot 'Relaxed Nonchalance,' Pastels and Boat Shoes for Spring The looks shift and change like a living organism from season to season, creating new trends and new styling tricks, giving those who dare plenty of opportunities for the ultimate creative personal expression. Baggy Shorts and Skirts For spring 2025, the baggy short and skirt made a significant appearance, enhancing the season’s message of...
Gigi Hadid Gives Pals Taylor Swift, Kendall Jenner Bespoke Rings by Cece
LONDON — Gigi Hadid has put a ring on it, giving her friends Taylor Swift and Kendall Jenner bespoke signet styles from the London jeweler and enamel specialist Cece London.At Gucci's London Store, Contemporary Art Complements the Clothes Swift’s ring features a detailed portrait of her cat, Benjamin Button, encircled by a pearl border. It has flaming hearts on either side, and includes Swift’s favorite number, 13, and her boyfriend Travis Kelce’s jersey number, 87. On the inside, the ring is engraved with the letters TTPD, after Swift’s new album, The Tortured Poets Department. Jenner’s ring features portraits of her Doberman pinscher...
Target Reshapes C-suite With New Eyes on Strategy and Merchandising
The Target Corp. C-suite is on the move. Target to Offer Select Shopify Brands Online and In Store, Expanding Its Marketplace After Michael Fiddelke advanced from chief financial officer to chief operating officer in February, other top executives saw their roles shift Tuesday. Christina Hennington, who is currently chief growth officer, is now also chief strategy officer. And Rick Gomez, chief food, essentials and beauty officer, is becoming chief commercial officer, overseeing the retailer’s merchandising. Both changes become effective on July 7. Meanwhile, Lisa Roath, Target’s chief marketing officer, will become chief merchandising officer of food, essentials and beauty early next year. A search...
Chanel’s Dramatic Palais Garnier Show Brings Michelle Williams, Naomi Campbell to the Opera
Chanel dialed up the drama for its latest couture collection, moving the show to the gilded halls of the Palais Garnier. With guests perched on red velvet opera chairs lining the grand hallways, it made for a theatrical setting.Rose Society Atelier, Debuting at Paris Couture Week, Wants to Be Empowerment and Self Care in a Silk Robe It was Michelle Williams’ first time attending a couture show, and she described the experience in poetic language that she compared to getting into character for a role or real life. “It made me think of who you are before you step into a public...
Longtime WNBA Partner Glossier Refurbishes New York’s Tompkins Square Park Basketball Court
In an aim to support the local community and its fledgling athletes, Glossier has teamed with nonprofit organization Project Blackboard and artist Na Chainkua Reindorf to refurbish the Tompkins Square Park basketball court in New York’s East Village.EXCLUSIVE: The Manner Hotel, a New Luxury Concept From The Standard, to Open This Fall in SoHo The cosmetics brand and longtime WNBA partner unveiled the revamped court in a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday attended by the local community as well as WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert; Connecticut Sun forward Brionna Jones; New York City Parks commissioner Sue Donoghue and local elected officials including congressman...
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