Posts by Kevin Harson
Inside the ‘Witchy Circle’ of the ‘John Proctor Is the Villain’ Cast
It comes as no surprise that the women of “John Proctor Is the Villain” have an especially epic group text. The Broadway hit, which heads into this weekend’s Tony Awards with seven nominations including Best Play, is set in a rural Southern high school classroom and follows a set of mostly young female students who…
Read MoreKristin Cavallari Dons Sultry All-Black Look for ‘Watch What Happens’
Kristin Cavallari opted for a pair of classic black sandals on Wednesday while stopping by the “Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen” set in New York City. The sandals featured a rounded almond toe and a slim strap across the upper that sat gently over her toes. Kristin Cavallari on Wednesday in New York…
Read MoreNike Has a New Chief Innovation Officer
Nike Inc. has a new chief innovation officer. Tony Bignell, the vice president for running footwear, has been promoted to chief innovation officer. He will report to Phil McCartney, executive vice president, chief innovation, design and product officer. According to an internal memo obtained by FN, Bignell has started transitioning into his new role, in…
Read MoreTrue Religion Promotes Kristen D’Arcy and Tina Blake
True Religion has promoted executives Kristen D’Arcy and Tina Blake to support the growth of its digital and women’s businesses and meet the company’s goal of achieving $1 billion in sales in a few years. D’Arcy has added the title of head of digital growth, in addition to continuing to serve as chief marketing officer.…
Read MoreMarc Jacobs Talks Inspiration and Evolution
Marc Jacobs thinks of the past two decades in fashion in two ways: everything has changed and nothing has changed. “Fashion hasn’t changed. It’s the same old thing,” the designer said in conversation with former WWD executive editor Bridget Foley on Tuesday at La Maison Orveda‘s debut fireside chat of its programming series called Cultural…
Read MoreFrom The Archive: Rio de Janeiro Fashion Scene, 1974
There is always something new in fashion. On June 4, 1974, WWD explored what was new and in demand in Rio de Janeiro, calling attention to the next voices on the Brazilian fashion scene. As WWD noted, they “were bored with the Rich Life,” and began creating clothing, linens, and lingerie while respecting the craftsmanship…
Read MoreStaud Said to Bring On a New Investor
The investment set likes growing brands like Staud — even in a mixed-up consumer economy. Well-connected financial sources told WWD that the contemporary fashion line cofounded by Sarah Staudinger recently brought a new minority investor on board. WWD first reported in February that the company, which at the time counted Christopher Burch of Burch Creative…
Read MoreHervé Léger Resort 2026: An Ongoing Evolution
From Day One at Hervé Léger, Michelle Ochs’ goal has been to expand beyond the legacy of the bandage dress. Now two years in, she is seeing “traction,” she said from her studio while looking through her resort collection. Hervé Léger’s legacy is long but it always comes back to the iconic dress, so Ochs…
Read MoreSaudi Designers Talk Global Ambition at Selfridges Pop-up
LONDON — Six Saudi fashion brands made a collective debut at Selfridges on Tuesday night as the city’s fashion crowd gathered at the atrium of the upscale retailer’s designer fashion-filled second floor to celebrate the opening of a summer pop-up that runs till Aug. 3. Five ready-to-wear labels — Noble & Fresh, Nora Al Shaikh,…
Read MoreNike’s Most Popular Air Max 95 OG Releases Are Getting Restocked
Some of the year’s most in-demand Nike Air Max 95 OG Big Bubble colorways are being released and restocked this week, but there’s only one place readers will be able to find them. Retailer JD Sports has announced a wide restock of the Air Max 95 OG Big Bubble’s Neon and Pink Foam colorways, with…
Read MoreEdward Enninful, Daniel Lee Fete Tina Knowles Memoir Launch in London
LONDON — Tina Knowles this week brought the promotional tour of her memoir “Matriarch” across the pond with a glamorous, high-energy reception at the Londoner hotel on Monday night, hosted by Edward Enninful, former editor in chief of British Vogue and founder of media and entertainment company EE72. The entrepreneur, designer and mother of Beyoncé Knowles-Carter…
Read MoreFrame Partners With Sotheby’s for First Collaboration
Frame, the Los Angeles-based fashion house, will unveil its first collaboration with Sotheby’s, the global leader in art, design and luxury. The collection fuses high fashion with the heritage of Sotheby’s, offering a selection of wardrobe staples that embody the tradition of collecting art and design. The 31-piece limited-edition capsule reimagines preppy menswear and womenswear…
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