Posts by Kevin Harson
Five Key Takeaways From Day One of the WWD Beauty CEO Summit
PALM BEACH, Fla. — The 2026 WWD Beauty CEO Summit, themed “The Innovation Imperative: Creating the Future of Commerce, Culture and Connectivity,” kicked off at The Breakers hotel Monday evening. At the event, top executives and industry experts addressed hundreds of attendees on a variety of pressing themes — from AI to the evolution of…
Read MoreA New Wardrobe Classic: The Plus Size Denim Dress and 10 Picks for You
A plus size denim dress is a denim or denim-blend dress designed and graded specifically for plus size bodies, typically sizes 1X through 5X or 14W through 32W. The best options prioritize stretch fabric, intentional fit through the hips and bust, and current silhouettes like the maxi, shirtdress, and wrap style. In 2026, plus size…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Apple Martin Scored a Chloé à la Plage Campaign
SUMMER IDYL: Apple Martin, the daughter of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, continues to make further inroads into the fashion world, landing her first campaign for Chloé. The British model was captured by photographer David Sims amid an imaginary shoreline where shells grow to “Birth of Venus” proportions and jut out of the sand. The…
Read MoreA Lake Wedding at Villa Orlando with Olive Greens, Burgundy Hues, and Candlelit Garden Elegance
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] A warm, natural palette blending ivory and soft whites with olive and deep greens, enriched by bold accents of burgundy, wine, and fig tones. Candlelight and subtle golden details add warmth and depth, creating a balance between refined elegance and inviting intimacy. [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]…
Read MoreWhat’s on the Docket for Trump’s Beijing Meeting With Xi This Week
President Donald Trump will travel to Beijing this week to meet with President Xi Jinping, marking the first visit to China by a United States president in almost a decade and the first in-person meeting between the two leaders since October. The Leaders’ Summit, which was originally planned for late March or early April, was…
Read MoreRosalía Takes the Ballet Flat Revival Literally in Ruched White Dance Shoes
Rosalía made the ballet flat revival more literal on Saturday, arriving at Netflix’s “La Jarana en el Guadalquivir” in Seville in a pair of white ruched flats that read closer to actual dance shoes than the ballerina-style flats reemerging in celebrity wardrobes. Rosalía wearing a pair of white ruched ballet flats at “La Jarana En…
Read MoreNike Says It’s ‘Deeply Committed’ to Snkrs App After Speculation Swirls
After speculation swirled about the future of Nike‘s popular Snkrs app, the company said Saturday it is “deeply committed” to the platform. “Snkrs remains a critical tool in our digital marketplace strategy, and in the future will deliver curated launches alongside always‑on assortments, rich storytelling, a seamless shopping experience and deeper connections to in‑person events,…
Read MoreNike Faces Class Action Over Tariff Refunds
Nike is the latest brand to come under fire from consumers seeking payback for the tariffs they say they paid in the form of higher prices at retail. Like Shein, Temu, Costco and Lululemon before it, the athleticwear titan is being targeted by shoppers in a class action lawsuit alleging that it failed to pass…
Read MoreA Tuscan-Inspired Estate Wedding in Sonoma with Vineyard Views
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] White and green with touches of bronze and merlot accents [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] The design was inspired by a beautiful private estate nestled in the hills of Sonoma that looked straight out of Tuscany. Simone designed a pergola on the bocce ball court at the…
Read MoreA Modern Meets Vintage Summer Wedding in Newport, Rhode Island
[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] The colors of Mary & Berkeley’s wedding day consisted mostly of white and sage. [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Mary & Berkeley’s vision for their wedding day was to make it classic, timeless, and personal. With touches of the historical Newport,t with photos at The Elms, a…
Read MoreThe Curvy Pop Up Brings Designer Plus Size Fashion & Celebrity Closet Sales to Los Angeles
If you’ve been craving a plus size fashion event that feels equal parts community gathering, luxury shopping experience, and fashion insider dream? Mark your calendar now, because The Curvy Pop Up is about to become the place to be in Los Angeles. Taking over the Arts District on May 16, The Curvy Pop Up is…
Read MoreChinese Luxury Market Shows Improvement During Labor Day Holiday
Luxury retail remained resilient during China‘s five-day Labor Day holiday — bucking a broader trend of cautious consumer spending — according to foot traffic data gathered by Bernstein across 10 high-end malls in four major cities. Even though overall traffic dipped 5 percent below Chinese New Year levels in mid-February, Bernstein highlighted strong performance at…
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