Posts by Kevin Harson
Brands Need to Emphasize ‘Belonging’ in Community Building, According to Iris Ventures Report
LONDON — Community-building for the sake of it is no longer a strategy for brands seeking sustainable growth, according to a new report by Iris Ventures, a private equity firm that specializes in beauty, health, wellness and lifestyle. In an increasingly crowded market where customer acquisition is becoming more expensive, brands should be thinking in…
Read MoreA Romantic Pink Rose-Inspired Wedding Filled with Soft, Feminine Elegance
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] The overall theme is inspired by pink roses, which represent admiration, gratitude, happiness, and, of course, LOVE . My second dress, which is pink, really brings that vision to life. It’s soft, feminine, and a perfect reflection of the romantic atmosphere I want to create. [/field] [field title=”Design /…
Read MoreKizik, New Balance Team Up on Hands-Free Tech
Kizik is taking its Hands Free Labs technology to another big brand — New Balance. A new licensing agreement allows New Balance to use the technology in shoes for men, women and kids. Select styles are set to launch in 2027, most likely in the first half, according to Kizik and Hands Free Labs CEO Gareth…
Read MoreA Modern Garden Party Wedding in Soft Pastels with Personalized Floral Details at Azuridge Estate Hotel
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]Sage, Sky Blue, Lavender, Coral[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Kristin and Cody’s wedding was designed to feel like a romantic, modern garden party filled with warmth, personality, and moments of pure fun. We played with soft pastel tones layered in fresh, contemporary ways to create an atmosphere that…
Read MoreAll “The Devil Wears Prada 2” Brand Collaborations
The wait is almost over — “The Devil Wears Prada 2” is scheduled to premiere in theaters on May 1, with original castmembers Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt all set to reprise their roles as employees of Runway Magazine, the fictional fashion giant helmed by the formidable Miranda Priestly, played by…
Read MoreThe French TV Show That Paints Celebs in a Good Light (Literally) Is Going Viral — Here’s How to Stream From the U.S.
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. In this article View More Use VPNs to Watch the “Show With the Good Lighting” Completely unexpectedly, a French TV show that has been running since 2016 was thrust into the spotlight in the…
Read MoreAn Olive, Sage, and Soft Yellow Celebration Beneath the Redwoods at Dawn Ranch
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] Olive, sage, white, taupe, with subtle touches of soft yellow [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Annie and Danny’s wedding was a nature-immersed celebration full of storytelling and connection. Dawn Ranch’s towering redwoods and sunlit apple orchard set the tone for an elevated outdoor celebration, where meadow-style florals,…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Dover Street Market Ginza Is Opening a Permanent Space for Frietag
HUT ONE, HUT TWO: It’s easy to see where the ethos of Rei Kawakubo and Adrian Joffe syncs up with Freitag, the Swiss firm that markets sturdy, practical and sustainable accessories crafted from upcycled truck tarpaulins. Following a 2023 holiday collaboration with their Comme des Garçons brand, Kawakubo and Joffe have invited Freitag to set…
Read MorePantone Cloud Dancer, Done Right: A Private Estate Wedding with Residential Influence
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] Noir . Smoke . Taupe . Sand . Cream . Butter . Sage . Mist [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] The vision was understated, organic elegance with a distinctly residential feel, an open, light-filled tent that felt more like a beautiful living room than an event space.…
Read MoreFootwear Trailblazer Susan Itzkowitz Is Retiring After Storied Career
Susan Itzkowitz, who has helped build some of the shoe industry’s most powerful brands and paved the way for generations of women leaders, is retiring next month. After 40 years in footwear, the president of Marc Fisher Footwear will retire on April 15. She plans to remain an adviser at the firm. “It has been…
Read MoreNike Has a New Women’s-Exclusive Air Force 1 With Double-Lace Details
Nike’s soon-to-be-reissued Sprint Sister model isn’t the only sneaker in the brand’s archive that’s getting a double-laced makeover exclusively for women. Also in line for the whimsical makeover is the timeless Nike Air Force 1 model. The upcoming Ridgerock/Vast Gray/Ocean Cube/Sail colorway features a dual-shoelace setup similar to what was seen on the Sprint Sister,…
Read MoreCiara Puts a Subtle Spin on the Clear Shoe Trend in Silver Pointed Sandals in Miami
Ciara returned to the clear shoe trend Friday night in Miami, wearing silver pointed sandals to Karol G’s Con Cora Land Benefit Gala at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens. The pair moved away from the fuller plexi construction of the Gianvito Rossi pumps she wore to the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards and narrowed the idea…
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