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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...
Selena Gomez Puts Sheer Spin on Formal Dressing in Versace for ‘Jimmy Kimmel’ Appearance, Talks ‘Only Murders in the Building’
Selena Gomez gave formal dressing an edgy twist during her appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on Wednesday. The actress spoke with costar Martin Short, who stood in for the eponymous late-night talk show host, about the forthcoming season of their series “Only Murders in the Building.” First Lady Jill Biden Dons Mint Green Power Suit With Daughter Ashley in Revolve Rainbow Dress for White House Pride Celebration For her late-night appearance, Gomez opted for a selection from Versace’s fall 2024 ready-to-wear collection. The dress featured a crisp white collar with gold buttons running down the front placket of the dress. There...
Aelis Fall 2024 Couture: Shining a Spotlight on Sustainability
Creative director Sofia Crociani created a new opalescent finish for her fabrics in partnership with Hong Kong University, for a collection that alternated between her signature delicate, diaphanous gowns and a more mysterious dark academia aesthetic. The collection was a further study in her sustainability work. The black velvet was...
First Lady Jill Biden Dons Mint Green Power Suit With Daughter Ashley in Revolve Rainbow Dress for White House Pride Celebration
First Lady Jill Biden and her daughter Ashley hosted a Pride Month celebration on the South Lawn of the White House on Wednesday. The event, organized by the first lady’s office, honored Pride Month and celebrated the significant occasion’s history, present and future. Alex Sarr Puts Personal Touch on His Versace Suit, Cody Williams Dons Custom Rhude and More Rising Basketball Stars at the NBA 2024 Draft For the summertime event, the first lady elevated power suiting with a colorful spin. Biden opted for a monochrome look with a three-piece suit set in a shade of mint green. The first lady...
Inside the Wallace Collection Young Benefactors Gala
Inside the Wallace Collection Young Benefactors Gala. Inside the Wallace Collection Young Benefactors Gala. Inside the Wallace Collection Young Benefactors Gala. Inside the Wallace Collection Young Benefactors Gala. Amanda Ibrahim. Inside the Wallace Collection Young Benefactors Gala. Adot Gak and Marc Quinn. Inside the Wallace Collection Young Benefactors Gala. The...
Fatigued Fashionistas Slumped on Sofas at Zara Home Paris
BE OUR GUEST: Inditex executive Marta Ortega Pérez took advantage of Paris Couture Week and invited the fashion crowd to come check out Zara Home’s sprawling new flagship store at 117 Rue du Bac, which opened last month across right across the street from Le Bon Marché.
Lupita Nyong’o Shimmers in Sequined Off-the-shoulder Prada Jumpsuit and Satin Miniskirt at ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ Premiere
Lupita Nyong’o brought sparkle to the “A Quiet Place: Day One” premiere in New York City on Wednesday. The Oscar-winning actress joined fellow cast members Joseph Quinn, Djimon Hounsou and more for the red carpet event. Alex Sarr Puts Personal Touch on His Versace Suit, Cody Williams Dons Custom Rhude and More Rising Basketball Stars at the NBA 2024 Draft At the premiere, Nyong’o fashioned a monochrome look with plenty of shimmering elements. The actress fashioned a custom ensemble courtesy of Prada, featuring a black allover sequin jumpsuit, black satin miniskirt with a geometric train and black patent leather pumps. Nyong’o’s sequin...
Atelier Madre’s Approach to Timeless, Sustainable Leather Goods
Born from a passion for craftsmanship, Atelier Madre is on a mission to redefine leather products by blending traditional techniques with contemporary design elements, creating timeless pieces that embody heritage and innovation.Fashion Industry Makes Progress on Sustainability, but Still Struggles With Circularity The inspiration behind this Barcelona-based brand, which officially launched in 2018, can be traced back to a “significant moment” in 2006. During a visit to Bangkok, Atelier Madre’s chief executive officer and founder, Manuel Dreesmann, stumbled upon a vintage weekender bag that he “instantly fell in love with.” “It took me 20 minutes of bantering to call the bag mine,...
Ashi Studio Fall 2024 Couture: Living in a Daydream
While working on his fall collection, Ashi was thinking about being in transit. Not physically, mind you, although the Paris-based Saudi couture designer was unveiling the wardrobe designed for the cabin crew of upcoming airline Riyadh Air later in the day. Here, he was reflecting on daydreaming and woolgathering, expressing...
Levi’s and McLaren Racing Collaborate on Capsule Colleciton
TEAMWORK: Levi’s on Thursday unveiled its inaugural collaboration with Formula One heavyweight McLaren Racing with a capsule collection that champions heritage and innovation. The lineup — to hit stores worldwide on Wednesday coinciding with the British Grand Prix at Silverstone Circuit — includes a racing jacket, racing suit, racing...
Fashion Industry Makes Progress on Sustainability, but Still Struggles With Circularity
Kearney’s latest 2024 Circular Fashion Index report shows that the fashion industry is making progress on sustainability, but is still struggling to fully embrace circularity. The report, titled the “2024 Circular Fashion Index,” is the fourth edition of a study that measures fashion brands’ efforts toward extending the life cycle of their products.
Lanvin Picks Peter Copping as Artistic Director
Lanvin has selected Peter Copping — a seasoned British designer who has helmed Oscar de la Renta and Nina Ricci — as its new artistic director.SCAD Fash Museum to Celebrate the Roaring '20s With New Exhibition He is to start in September, and is expected to immediately turn his hand to the house’s pre-fall 2025 collections. The exact timing of his runway debut could not immediately be learned. He is to oversee womenswear and menswear collections. Most recently, Copping worked at Balenciaga where he “directed the ateliers for the reintroduction of the couture collection,” according to Lanvin. Balenciaga said his title since 2022...
Alexis Mabille Toasts Dita Von Teese at Paris Couture Week
CHAMPAGNE FOR ALL: A glamorous crowd gathered at Caviar Kaspia to toast couturier Alexis Mabille following his show at the Lido 2 Paris cabaret on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées during Paris Couture Week.Getting Ready for Balenciaga Couture Fall 2024 With Michelle Yeoh The guest of honor was Dita Von Teese, who surprised guests by closing the runway show with her iconic Champagne glass striptease on the venue’s hydraulic stage, complete with a working fountain. It was her first time back at the Lido since it was acquired by Accor Group and reopened last year as a musical theater, with a new interior...
Jean Paul Gaultier by Nicolas Di Felice Fall 2024 Couture: Hooked on Hook-and-eye Fasteners
The long, sweaty wait for the Jean Paul Gaultier by Nicolas Di Felice couture show Wednesday night left guests plenty of time to contemplate how models might negotiate the narrow white runway between the tightly packed benches, and why the room had been arranged this way. It was clear from...
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