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ArdAzAei Fall 2024 Couture: Dressing for Another Dimension
For ArdAzAei’s first collection on the official calendar, Swedish-Iranian designer Bahareh Ardakani created a dream world of other dimensions. The trained gemologist looked to theoretical physics, geometry and the concept of string theory to create a lineup that was heavy on mathematically generated shapes. Calabi–Yau curves, a visualization of how the different dimensions could be connected, were taken straight off of a text tablet page then translated into textiles.
Algae and Algebra: Green Textile Innovators Face Investment, Pricing Challenges as They Scale
This story was updated at 12:00 p.m. EST on Sunday, June 30, 2024.Lanvin Goes for Experience, Taps Peter Copping as Artistic Director LONDON — Scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs are working wonders with natural materials including algae, seaweed, mycelium and chitosan, but while R&D may be advancing quickly, so are the challenges around scaling and financing these innovative businesses. The Future Fabrics Expo, which ran Tuesday and Wednesday in London, was a wonderland of invention and creative thinking, with 250 companies taking part across the fashion, footwear and home furnishings sectors. Some 75 companies had their own stands, with the fair divided...
Peet Dullaert Fall 2024 Couture: Being Comfortable in Your Clothes Is Essential
Ahead of his sophomore couture show in Paris, Dutch designer Peet Dullaert was thinking about natural beauty. “When you choose to dress a certain way, isn’t that natural beauty? That’s how you want to look,” he mused backstage. And to him an essential part of this is...
Original Penguin Signs LPGA’s Esther Henseleit as an Ambassador
Original Penguin is adding to its family.Worst Golf Style Through the Years: From John Daly to Ian Poulter The brand has signed 25-year-old LPGA golf professional Esther Henseleit as a new brand ambassador. “We are honored to welcome Esther to the Original Penguin family,” said Oscar Feldenkreis, chief executive officer and president of Perry Ellis International, which owns Original Penguin. “Her passion for golf and her keen eye for style perfectly aligns with our brand values. We continue to celebrate individuals who embody the Original Penguin spirit, and we are confident Esther will resonate with our global audience.” Originally from Hamburg, Germany,...
Paris Hilton Lobbies for Child Welfare Reform on Capitol Hill Wearing Self-Portrait Dress
Dressing the part for Capitol Hill appearances can be as consequential as what is spoken for some high-profile non-Beltway types. Facebook’s chief executive officer Mark Zuckerberg swapped out the standard hoodie and jeans for a suit and tie to testify before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce earlier this year. And Kim Kardashian toned things down with a black pantsuit to discuss criminal justice with Vice President Kamala Harris in late April — not too far from the Capitol — in the White House.Kim Kardashian's Family Affair, Bella Hadid's Spray-painted Gown and More Celebrity Moments at Paris Fashion Week...
How Faraj Beading Innovates With Precision Technology
Founded by a passion for craftsmanship, Faraj Inc. began in the historic heart of Damascus, Syria, in 1920, and was brought to life under the skilled hands of Duraiah and Saleh Faraj. Spanning more than four generations, the company has evolved from a small family-owned business into a leader of pioneering techniques and quality in the textile industry — all from a state-of-the-art facility in New Jersey.Apple TV+ to Debut 'La Maison' Series About Two Rival Fashion Families This history not only fuels the company’s dedication, but also enriches its capability to offer an array of embellishment techniques. From traditional Bonnaz...
Why Is a ‘Real Housewives of Orange County’ Reality Star Getting Into Fashion?
In the 18 years that Susan Bender has sold her designs, she has been all about the business and not personal fame. That is about to change, thanks to a collaboration with Heather Dubrow of “The Real Housewives of Orange County.”Minotti Opens Fourth Japan Store in Kobe Bender described Dubrow as having a lot of confidence and being “very direct, elegant and sensitive. Things hurt her and she will express that. If she has hurt someone, she tries to be really careful to understand how [that happened],” Bender said. “But she is like sunshine. She walks into a room and smiles. She...
Katie Holmes Elevates Casual Dressing With Shades of Blue for Patou’s Spring 2025 Couture Show During Paris Fashion Week
Katie Holmes was among the stars who attended the Patou spring 2024 couture show during Paris Fashion Week on Thursday. The actress and filmmaker opted for a look that married casual dressing with an elegant sensibility. Lisa Rinna's Paris Couture Week Looks: Andy Warhol Inspiration, Cheetah-print Balenciaga Coat and More For the event, the “Rare Objects” director and star fashioned a pair of indigo blue, wide leg jeans with a navy blue jacket featuring red shoulder embellishments. Holmes’ jacket included gold buttons running down the front placket of the garment. The jacket included four square pockets, as well. Leaning into...
EXCLUSIVE: Christopher Esber Wins 2024 ANDAM Fashion Award
This story was updated June 27 at 4:26 p.m. ESTAvril Lavigne Does Couture: Behind the Scenes in Paris at the Tamara Ralph Show PARIS — Christopher Esber is the Grand Prize winner of the 2024 ANDAM Fashion Award, marking the 35th anniversary edition of the prize. Esber, who is based in Sydney, has won fans including Zendaya and Dua Lipa with his minimalist summer styles. In addition to being mentored by jury president and Saint Laurent creative director Anthony Vaccarello, Esber scoops up the top prize and its cash award of 300,000 euros less than a year after making his debut at Paris...
Queen Camilla Favors Sapphire Dress With Exaggerated Shoulders for Final Day of the Emperor and Empress of Japan’s State Visit
Queen Camilla favored a vibrant color scheme as she bid farewell to the Emperor and Empress of Japan at Buckingham Palace on Thursday in London. The queen consort and King Charles III hosted Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan during their state visit to the United Kingdom this week. Calvin Klein Designs Custom Denim Looks for NewJeans' Bunnies Camp 2024 Tokyo Dome Performance For the occasion, Queen Camilla brought a splash of color to the occasion by fashioning a sapphire dress courtesy of Fiona Clare — one of the queen consort’s favorite go-to designers. The blue midi dress featured long...
Beauty Must Become More Accessible to Be Inclusive: Key FIT Capstone Takeaways
There is no inclusivity without accessibility. The 36 Best TikTok Beauty Products, Tested by Editors Such was the message of the 2024 Fashion Institute of Technology’s Masters in Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing and Management program capstone, delivered Wednesday evening at the school’s Haft Theater. The thesis, presented by the 25-strong graduate class, detailed an uncompromising vision for inclusive beauty that considers the needs of marginalized consumers — including consumers who are disabled, people of color, of low socioeconomic status or otherwise face barriers in access — during each step of the brand-building process and product lifecycle. Here, four key takeaways from...
Calvin Klein Designs Custom Denim Looks for NewJeans’ Bunnies Camp 2024 Tokyo Dome Performance
Calvin Klein crafted bespoke denim looks for NewJeans members — Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin and Hye — to wear during their performance at the Bunnies Camp 2024 Tokyo Dome fan event on Thursday in Tokyo. Lisa Rinna's Paris Couture Week Looks: Andy Warhol Inspiration, Cheetah-print Balenciaga Coat and More The brand, which also sponsored the event, designed each look featuring a laser-etched monogram logo pattern, custom branding and crystal embellishments. Additionally, each ensemble was layered with pieces from Calvin Klein’s iconized Modern Cotton Essentials collection. Minji wore an oversize indigo-rinse trucker jacket and denim shorts, styled with a sleeveless ringer T-shirt. Hanni wore a cropped light-rinse trucker jacket,...
NBA Draftees Stephon Castle, Matas Buzelis and More Talk Fashion on the Big Night
“I’ve seen so many crazy suits I didn’t want my suit to be remembered for the wrong reasons,” said Stephon Castle of his fashion thought process heading into his NBA draft night.Selena Gomez Puts Sheer Spin on Formal Dressing in Versace for 'Jimmy Kimmel' Appearance, Talks 'Only Murders in the Building' “Simple but not too simple” was how Castle described his final look, a sentiment that applied to many of the looks Wednesday evening at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where round one of the 2024 NBA Draft was held (the second round will be held Thursday at Barclays, marking the first...
Febal Casa Makes Strategic Move in Lagos
MILAN — Lagos, Nigeria, a city at the forefront of the ongoing West African renaissance, is the latest design frontier, as evidenced by Italy’s Febal Casa, which opened its first store there in the first half of 2024, the company said Thursday. Minotti Opens Fourth Japan Store in Kobe Overall in the period, the luxury furniture maker opened 14 new stores, nine of which were in Italy and five of which were abroad, with new storefronts in Beirut and Cape Town. Colombini Group, which took over Febal Casa in 2009, said the Nigerian consumer base is ready to embrace Italian...
Minotti Opens Fourth Japan Store in Kobe
MILAN — Minotti, the Italian luxury furnishings company famous for sleek designs like its Van Dyck table and Hamilton sofa, has opened its fourth store in Japan, in Kobe.Experts Say Furniture Sales Picked Up in Q2 In an interview Thursday, Minotti co-chief executive officer Roberto Minotti said the firm opened its doors in the country 20 years ago, with the help of its local partner Sukeno, and that reinforcing its presence in Japan is a priority. The 4,521-square-foot flagship, its first in Kobe, is situated on 27 Naniwa-machi, Chuo-ku. The design was conceived and developed by Minotti Studio and embraces the...
Kate Spade Opens Stand-alone Jewelry Store in London
LONDON — Kate Spade New York has opened its first stand-alone jewelry store in Paddington Square Shopping Centre, near the refurbished train station. A Day in the Life of a MAC Store Although the store spans only 290 square feet, the design nods to grand Manhattan apartment blocks. There are marble checkerboard floors and freshly lacquered walls in the brand’s signature Kate Spade green, echoing the awnings in the city’s swanky neighborhoods. Liz Fraser, chief executive officer and brand president of Kate Spade, said jewelry is a fast-growing category for the company, and it was time to trial a stand-alone space. “We’ve found...
Spring Studios Brings Forth Fresh Icons With New Publication, Platform
MILAN — The next Herb Ritts might be out there, shooting in his living room on a budget and with DIY props. That’s why New York City, London and Milan-based multidisciplinary creative firm Spring Studios is launching an emerging talent platform bringing together the work of photographers, designers and even a hairdresser who could be the next glossy go-tos. Fashion Photographer David Turner Dies at 64 In a private viewing with WWD, Spring Studios Milan creative director Anouk Jans was in Milan getting ready to unfurl an exhibit and publication putting forth a word-of-mouth-scouted group of individuals the firm has pinpointed...
Experts Say Furniture Sales Picked Up in Q2
MILAN — High interest rates, inflation, rising shipping costs and a housing slowdown across Europe and the U.S. pushed furniture makers into negative growth for 2023 and the first quarter of this year. However, despite the challenges, luxury companies are proving resilient as market experts report improvement in the second quarter of 2024. Levi's CEO Michelle Gass Overdelivers for Q2, But Stock Still Takes a Hit On Wednesday, FederlegnoArredo, the Italian federation of woodworking and furniture industries, said in a statement that a sample of companies polled by the federation saw revenues rising 1.5 percent in 2024, as exports rebound and domestic consumption stabilizes....
Over-the-Top Hats From the Royal Ascot Races
King Charles III and Queen Camilla attends day four of Royal Ascot 2024 at Ascot Racecourse on June 21, 2024 in Ascot, England. Elena Karnovitch (C) and guests attend day four of Royal Ascot 2024 at Ascot Racecourse on June 21, 2024 in Ascot, England. Over-the-Top Hats From the Royal...
Lisa Rinna’s Paris Couture Week Looks: Andy Warhol Inspiration, Cheetah-print Balenciaga Coat and More
Lisa Rinna has been spotted attending several designer presentations during Paris Fashion Week. The former “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star wore dramatic looks and elevated pieces to view the latest couture collections from different luxury brands. Selena Gomez Puts Sheer Spin on Formal Dressing in Versace for 'Jimmy Kimmel' Appearance, Talks 'Only Murders in the Building' Ahead, WWD is breaking down Rinna’s best looks from Paris Fashion Week thus far. Stephane Rolland Fall 2024 Couture Show For Stephane Rolland, Rinna arrived in a voluminous gown from the brand’s 2023 couture collection. The dress, nipped in at the waistline with a sculptural...
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