Posts by Kevin Harson
EXCLUSIVE: Kris Van Assche and Fred Perry Are Teaming Up
Images of people wearing Fred Perry have been on Kris Van Assche‘s mood boards since forever, dating back to his signature brand, and his Dior Homme days. “Sports and diverse youth subcultural identities have been a major source of inspiration,” he said in an interview. “Fred Perry stands for that.” Now he’s collaborating with the…
Read MoreSickScience Debuts at Ulta Beauty
A year after its official launch, biotech skin care brand SickScience has landed a major retail partner. Starting Feb. 8, SickScience will launch online at Ulta.com, followed by an in-store rollout beginning Feb 22, across 757 Ulta Beauty locations. “At SickScience, we believe beauty should work smarter,” said Dr. Merve Yildirim, cofounder of SickScience, “We’re…
Read MoreUlta Beauty Is Getting In on Sports With Own Athlete Roster
Ulta Beauty is getting in on beauty’s big sports bet. Coinciding with National Girls and Women in Sports Day on Wednesday, the retailer has launched its Ulta Beauty Roster, an inaugural collective of six women athletes across games and ages who will collaborate with Ulta on social content and on-the-ground activations. The launch joins a…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Fashion Trust U.S. 2026 Finalists Revealed
Fashion Trust U.S., founded by Tania Fares, has revealed the finalists for its fourth annual FTUS Awards, set to take place in Los Angeles on April 7. The event will spotlight design talent across ready-to-wear, jewelry, accessories and graduate categories. Selected by members of the Fashion Trust U.S. board and advisory board, this year’s finalists…
Read MoreParsons’ New Exhibition Explores Intersection of Clothing, Ritual and Spiritual Practice
Parsons School of Design will explore the intersection of clothing, ritual and spiritual practice in an exhibition that will have its opening reception on Thursday at the Arnold and Sheila Aronson Gallery at 66 Fifth Avenue in New York. During the evening, visitors will experience three performances: “What does faith mean to you?” — an…
Read MoreThis Bride’s Vera Wang Gown Would Make Marie Antoinette Jealous
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] I focused heavily on materials and colors: nickel and silver, ivory and brown, deep plum, and green. Years ago, I had screenshotted a Chanel email advertising nail colors in green, purple, and pink. Although the shades were pastel, that combination stayed with me, and I knew when I began…
Read MoreSimon Reports Strong Q4, Cites Tariff Concerns, Upsides From Saks Global Woes
The Saks Global bankruptcy means disruption across the retail landscape, but from the Simon Property Group‘s point of view, there’s also upside. According to David Simon, the chairman, chief executive officer and president of the real estate giant, retailers that don’t make it can be replaced with more productive stores at higher rents. “With Off…
Read MoreDiego Calva on ‘The Night Manager,’ Kate Moss, and Finding Depth in Villainy
Diego Calva has been singing the praises of the new season of “The Night Manager,” but why take his word for it when you have the endorsement of Kate Moss? While in Paris last week for the Saint Laurent men’s show, Calva was feeling a bit nervous about sitting with people he didn’t know —…
Read MoreFashionSights Warns the Middle Market Squeeze Is Moving Up to Premium
Life isn’t getting any easier for the neither-here-nor-there crowd sitting in the increasingly uncomfortable spot between value and luxury. “Some customers orient themselves downward and go for what value offers. Others don’t buy mid-market products because they can get discounted premium products and get more brands, maybe more fashionability for the same price,” said Achim…
Read More10 Size Inclusive Lingerie Finds To Know and Love!
Let’s talk about it! Finding size inclusive lingerie that actually makes you feel sexy (and doesn’t look like something your grandmother would wear) used to be damn near impossible. But the game has changed. Independent lingerie brands are stepping up with pieces that combine quality, sex appeal, and actual size inclusivity. No more settling for…
Read MoreA Nature-Driven Deer Valley Wedding Rooted in Earthy Texture
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]White, blue, green[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Captivated by the natural beauty of the Deer Valley mountains, Libby and Jack’s wedding day unfolded in earthy elegance. Their mood boards drew on wildflowers, pine trees, patterned tablecloths, and a palette of deep blues and greens. [/field] [field title=”Proposal Story”]After…
Read MoreKering and Saudi Fashion Commission Take Generation Award Regional
RIYADH — Kering and the Saudi Fashion Commission have announced the second edition of the Kering Generation Award, this time expanding beyond Saudi Arabia to encompass the broader Middle East region. The announcement was made at the Retail Leaders Circle Global Forum here Tuesday. The inaugural edition attracted more than 500 applications, resulting in 21…
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