Posts by Kevin Harson
The Real-Life Diet of Adam Pally, Who Might Scarf a Half-Eaten Sloppy Joe Left Outside a Hotel Room Door
But, look. A lot of it’s well-documented. I went to the University of Arizona. I was insane. That’s okay too. But I feel lucky enough now at 43 to be like, “Okay. Let’s get it together.” I’ve been to the University of Arizona! One spring break I went to visit my friend. The main thing…
Read MoreNancy Astor’s Turquoise and Diamond Cartier Tiara Hits the Auction Block at Bonhams
LONDON – A turquoise and diamond Cartier tiara belonging to Nancy Astor, the American-born British aristocrat and first woman to take up a seat in Parliament, will be auctioned by Bonhams on June 5. The bandeau tiara, with its carved turquoise plumes, leaves and scrolls, is on the market for the first time since Nancy’s…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Bala Launches Pre- and Postnatal Fitness Equipment to Support Moms
Bala is expanding its design-forward workout equipment with an assortment just for moms. On Friday, the brand — best known for its internet-breaking Bala Bangles, $55 — is launching Bala Mama, a collection of fitness equipment for pre- and postnatal. The lineup includes the Belly Band, $70, a wearable to distribute the weight of the…
Read MoreMontblanc Promotes Brand Relations Executive
THE WRITE STUFF: Montblanc has promoted Stephanie Radl to the new role of director, brand relations and communications, WWD has learned. Radl reports directly to Giorgio Sarné, who joined as chief executive officer of the Hamburg, Germany-based company last September. She will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive communication plan, according to Montblanc.…
Read MoreLouis Vuitton Is Opening a Mega Flagship in Beverly Hills
Reflecting its widening lifestyle and cultural scope, Louis Vuitton plans to open a multifaceted, mega-flagship location — housing a permanent exhibition space and multiple eateries — in the heart of Beverly Hills City in 2029, WWD has learned. Vuitton said construction would commence in 2026 on a vast site spanning Rodeo Drive and Beverly Drive…
Read MoreFashion’s Formula 1 Frenzy at the 2025 Miami Grand Prix Weekend
As is now customary, the winner of the sixth leg of the 2025 championship will receive the trophy in a bespoke Louis Vuitton trunk. The trunk is covered in the French brand’s famous Monogram design and bears a hand-painted “V” on the front, in a nod to the shared initial for “Vuitton” and victory. Reflecting…
Read MoreBergdorf Goodman to Host Cocktail Party to Welcome Maximilian Davis, Creative Director of Ferragamo
Bergdorf Goodman will welcome Maximilian Davis, creative director of Ferragamo, to its store Friday for a cocktail party with top customers, influencers, actors and friends. The designer, who was named creative director in March 2022, will be making his first U.S. appearance at a major retailer. Bergdorf’s is carrying Ferragamo’s exclusive footwear collection, along with…
Read MoreCharles Leclerc on Racing, Fashion and Life Beyond the Track
MARANELLO, Italy — It’s safe to say Charles Leclerc is an ace on the track, a Formula 1 star in his seventh season for Scuderia Ferrari, but during a WWD photo shoot and interview, the 27-year-old Monégasque proved he is equally cool and collected off duty. After training for hours with the simulator, Leclerc gamely…
Read MoreThe ‘Thunderbolts*’ Post-Credits Scene Is Marvel’s Most Significant Tag in Years
This story contains spoilers for Thunderbolts*, including the ending and the post-credits scene. The majority of Phase 4 and 5 Marvel movies have featured tags that ended up in a coin toss as it relates to their importance. Some, like the introduction of the X-Men universe at the end of The Marvels, feel like the…
Read MoreSaks Arrived on Amazon, the Trade War Is Still on Its Way
There’s Amazon’s new push into luxury with Saks and then there’s the e-commerce company’s push even higher — literally into space. Amazon’s quarterly updates to Wall Street contain a list of things it’s checked off its to-do list. There were over 25 items checked off with first-quarter results on Thursday, illustrating just how much the…
Read MoreCoffees, Mountain Valley Water and 10,000 Flowers: How The Mark Hotel Prepares for the Met Gala
While the Metropolitan Museum of Art is where the actual Met Gala takes place, everyone knows that the festivities begin properly in the lobbies of two of New York’s most iconic uptown hotels, The Mark and The Carlyle. For the team at The Mark, the work begins a full year in advance. “The day after,…
Read MoreRihanna, A$AP Rocky and Usher Spark a Met Gala Fashion Trend
The countdown is on for the Met Gala — with guests toning up, Upper East Side hotels filling up and fans gearing up to watch Monday night’s arrivals. As messengers shuttle designer freebies to celebrities and florists burn the midnight oil to create welcome-to-the-city bouquets, the uninvited can still be part of the action not…
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