Posts by Kevin Harson
Chloé Pre-Fall 2026: Spontaneity Is the Rule
Chemena Kamali gets a kick out of how the kids in the Chloé studio dress, which emboldened her to take a spontaneous, freewheeling approach to the pre-fall collection — while also reasserting the brand’s longstanding reputation for cool, great-fitting pants. Perhaps it’s not so logical to crop a robust, rib-knit Donegal sweater at the ribcage…
Read MoreExclusive: Tracksmith Names Former Converse President as New CEO
Independent running label Tracksmith announced a change in leadership Tuesday, capping off founder Matt Taylor’s decade-long stint as CEO. Jared Carver, former president and CEO of Converse, will take over in Taylor’s place. The change, which goes into effect Tuesday, will see Taylor advise Carver closely to ensure a smooth transition, while the founder will…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: House of Modo Launches New Smart Glasses Brand EyeFly
MILAN — A new player in the growing smart glasses category is bound to fuel competition in that market, which HSBC Holdings Plc analysts estimate will generate $200 billion by 2040. House of Modo — already the owner of the Modo, Eco and Italia Independent brands — is launching EyeFly. “The ‘real estate’ [space] we…
Read MoreTod’s Unveils Collection in Collaboration With Franz Kraler Boutique
TOD’S ITALIAN WINTER: Olympic fever is starting to rise in Italy and Tod’s will celebrate the season by launching a limited-edition collection called “Italian Winter” in collaboration with the Franz Kraler boutique in Cortina d’Ampezzo. Tod’s revisited two of its signature footwear designs, the suede ankle boot Winter Gommino here available with a shearling lining,…
Read MoreArc’teryx Brings Avery Baker on Board as Chief Brand Officer
Arc’teryx Equipment is adding to its team. The North Vancouver-based technical apparel and equipment brand has brought former Tommy Hilfiger president and chief brand officer Avery Baker onboard as its first chief brand officer, a newly created executive role within the company. Baker joins Arc’teryx as it continues to explore growth opportunities in North America, EMEA,…
Read MoreWhere Are Saks Global’s Beauty Shoppers – and Brands – Going?
The race for the luxury beauty shopper — in New York, and throughout the U.S. — is on. With Saks Global’s Chapter 11 filings encompassing Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman, the question of where luxury brands — and the shoppers who buy them — will go now is looming large. Many industry insiders…
Read MoreAfter Much Speculation, Anta Sports Scoops Up 29% Puma Stake in $1.8 Billion Deal
Anta Sports Products Limited confirmed early Tuesday in China that it inked an agreement with Groupe Artémis, the investment company of the Pinault family, to acquire a 29.06 percent stake in Puma SE in a deal worth 1.5 billion euros, or about $1.8 billion. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2026.…
Read MoreChina Insight: Three Keywords Unveiling China Inc. — and the Trillion-yuan Fashion Growth Drivers Ahead
For global fashion and beauty executives, China’s five-year plans are more than domestic policy roadmaps but function as strategic signals — revealing how capital, innovation and consumption will be guided in the world’s second-largest economy. Last year marked a pivotal inflection point: the final year of China’s 14th Five-Year Plan and the runway toward the…
Read MoreA Ravello-Inspired Celebration with Vibrant Color at Belmond Caruso
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]light pink, peach, yellow, bright pink[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] The bride and groom wanted to incorporate Ravello’s colors and traditions into their wedding. Belmond Caruso was the perfect setting for an intimate wedding with stunning views of the Amalfi Coast. The colors of the town inspired the…
Read MoreMonster Storm Disrupts Business at Tens of Thousands of Stores
Tens of thousands of stores and restaurants, from Walmart to Waffle House, closed earlier than usual over the weekend due to Winter Storm Fern, though some were already reopening on Monday. The impact on the retail industry won’t be catastrophic since last weekend was not a major selling period, with Valentine’s Day still three weeks…
Read MoreNike to Cut 775 Jobs in Move to Consolidate U.S. Distribution Centers
Nike is cutting approximately 775 jobs as it aims to consolidate its U.S. distribution center operations across facilities in Tennessee and Mississippi. In a statement sent to FN on Monday, a Nike representative said the move is part of the company’s “Win Now” strategy, which was laid out on the company’s third quarter earnings call…
Read MoreVictoria Beckham Coordinates Shoes With Daughter Harper and Son Romeo’s Girlfriend Kim Turball
Victoria Beckham modeled one of her latest shoe designs during an outing with her family amid Paris couture week. The former Spice Girls member returned to her recent go-to shoe silhouette, a trendy minimalist mule, while walking with her husband, David Beckham. Victoria Beckham and David Beckham GC Images Beckham wore a pair of mules…
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