Posts by Kevin Harson
Bridal Companies Appeal to President Trump About Tariffs
Wasting no time, the bridal industry has joined together to appeal to the Trump administration to consider an exemption from the current and proposed tariff increases. With 15,000-plus independent bridal stores and 300,000 workers in its supply chain, the sector is trying to safeguard jobs and businesses. Domestic manufacturers and retailers have a lot at…
Read MoreLoro Piana Unveils Immersive Installation With Dimoremilano During Milan Design Week
MILAN — Loro Piana surprised visitors walking into the luxury brand’s headquarters in Milan with an immersive installation unveiled Monday. Partnering for the first time with Dimoremilano, Loro Piana recreated a fully furnished house inspired by an apartment from the ’70s and ’80s, revealed through a play of lights and sounds. The entrance of the…
Read MoreViola Davis Embraces Springtime Florals in Alberta Ferretti Dress for ‘G20’ Screening in Rio de Janeiro
Viola Davis attended her latest promotional event on Friday in Rio de Janeiro for her forthcoming film “G20.” The venerated Oscar-winning actress stars in the action thriller alongside Anthony Anderson, Marsai Martin and more. Davis put her own spin on springtime florals. The actress wore a look courtesy of Alberta Ferretti, featuring an electrifying shade…
Read MoreChanel Invests in Italian Silk Manufacturer Mantero
SILK CUT: As it prepares to show its cruise collection on Italy’s Lake Como, Chanel has invested in a historic local silk producer as part of its ongoing policy of supporting long-term manufacturing partners. Chanel confirmed Monday that it has acquired a minority stake in Como-based silk specialist Mantero Seta SpA for an undisclosed sum.…
Read MoreGeorgina Chapman Blooms in Dramatic 3D Floral Gown at Olivier Awards 2025 With Adrien Brody
Georgina Chapman hit the red carpet on Sunday in London for the Olivier Awards. The fashion designer attended the event to support her partner Adrien Brody, who was nominated for Best Actor for his performance in “The Fear of 13.” Chapman opted for a 3D floral with classic black-and-white dressing. The Marchesa cofounder wore a…
Read MoreNeon Carnival Announces 2025 Lineup Featuring Anderson .Paak, Charly Jordan and Chase B
Neon Carnival is set to return for its 14th year on Saturday at the Desert International Horse Park in Indio, Calif. Known as one of the most exclusive after-hours events in the desert, this invite-only celebration continues to attract A-list celebrities and festivalgoers with its immersive neon-lit atmosphere, music and entertainment. This year, Grammy-winning artist…
Read MoreSheer Dresses Were Trending on the Breakthrough Prize 2025 Red Carpet: Kate Hudson in Elie Saab Couture, Christina Aguilera in Dolce & Gabbana and More
A bevy of A-list guests and high-profile figures attended the 11th Breakthrough Prize ceremony on Saturday in Santa Monica, Calif. Wardrobe for the event ranged from formal pieces to runway inspiration and more. The sheer trend, however, saw yet another resurgence at the event. Sheer looks are a ubiquitous part of many a modern red…
Read MoreChristian Pellizzari on How Design Changed His Life
MILAN — “I changed my life without wanting to. It happened in a very natural and very fast way,” Christian Pellizzari said of his crossover from fashion to design. The Castelfranco Veneto-born fashion designer who was supported by Giorgio Armani in 2014 to show in his eponymous theater, discovered his flair for designing glass creations…
Read MorePalace Reinterprets Dr. Martens 1461 for Inaugural Collaboration
British cult skateboarding brand Palace is giving Dr. Martens’ signature model 1461 a spin for the two’s inaugural collaboration. Dropping on Friday, the capsule sees Palace reimagining the style with a gold bottle cap lace charm inspired by the 1988 trend of attaching Grolsch swing-top bottle caps to 1461 shoes. The trend was started by…
Read MoreWWD’s Ultimate Guide to Milan Design Week 2025
MILAN — The bond between design, fashion, art and music is evolving in unexpected ways. This year, Milan Design Week 2025 will run from Monday to April 13 and the calendar is effervescing with events and projects that will help shape the future of the industry, in ways that may surprise you. Running alongside Salone del…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Fendi and Kenzo Have New CEOs – and Both Come From Louis Vuitton
Once again tapping its deep management reserves, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton is appointing Ramon Ros the new chief executive officer of Fendi, effective July 1, and Charlotte Coupé the new CEO of Kenzo, effective May 1. Both executives are moving over from Louis Vuitton, the French group’s flagship brand, and will report to Sidney…
Read MoreWhere Molteni Group Sees Opportunities in the High Seas
MILAN — Molteni&C has just furnished private residences on two vessels for Explora Journeys, the luxury lifestyle brand of shipping and cruise ship company MSC Group. Expected to be unveiled by the end of the year are the Ocean Penthouses, Ocean Residences and Owner’s Residence on board of Explora I, the first of up to…
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