Posts by Kevin Harson
Sec. Rubio: China Detentions of Panama-Flagged Ships ‘Undermine’ Supply Chains
China’s detention of Panama-flagged ships at Chinese ports in recent weeks has gotten the attention of America’s chief foreign policy official. On Thursday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio chided China’s actions, saying they “raise serious concerns about the use of economic tools to undermine the rule of law in Panama.” Secretary Rubio pointed out that…
Read MoreAthletic Footwear Sales Are Outperforming Broader Sporting Goods Market
has become the key revenue driver for the sporting goods industry. In 2025, total sporting goods wholesale sales rose 3.7 percent to $130.0 billion from year-ago levels, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA). The total gain over the past five years is 34.7 percent. SFIA said the “industry sustained remarkable post-pandemic momentum,…
Read MoreToo Tall for Most Wedding Guest Outfits? This Specialty Brand Has You Covered
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Shop Best Wedding Guest Outfits for Tall People at American Tall View more + If you’ve ever Googled phrases like “clothes for tall people” or “how to make my pants not look like capris,”…
Read MoreQueen Camilla Returns to Her Trusty Russell & Bromley Boots
King Charles III and Queen Camilla attended the Royal Maundy Service at St. Asaph Cathedral on Thursday in St. Asaph, Wales. The queen returned to her usual footwear for chillier weather, so she slipped into a pair of black suede boots. King Charles III and Queen Camilla departing after the Royal Maundy Service at St. Asaph Cathedral…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Miu Miu Beauty Taps IVE’s Jang Wonyoung as Ambassador for Japan and South Korea
FRESH FACE: Miu Miu has named Jang Wonyoung its Japan and Korea beauty ambassador. The 21-year-old K-pop star, also referred mononymously as Wonyoung, is a member of IVE, one of South Korea’s most successful girl groups. Already a brand ambassador for the Italian label, the singer will feature in the campaign for its new Miutine…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Vacheron Constantin Anchors Retail Strategy in the Americas With Miami Flagship
Vacheron Constantin is doubling down on Miami, unveiling its largest flagship in the Americas in a metropolis that serves as a luxury nexus between the U.S. and Latin America. The new two-story boutique at 14th NE 40th Street in the Miami Design District marks a milestone for the Swiss watchmaker, which has maintained ties to the…
Read MorePVH’s Step-by-step Approach Tops Q4 Earnings Expectations
When Stefan Larsson became chief executive officer of PVH Corp. in 2021, he steered the company in a new direction. PVH’s traditional impulse to acquire competitors — which brought its star brands Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein into the fold — was tamped down in favor of devoting more resources to building up those names. …
Read MoreKobe Bryant’s Shoes From His Final NBA Game Are Returning for the 10th Anniversary
The 10th anniversary of Kobe Bryant‘s final NBA game is just under two weeks away, and Nike will celebrate the occasion by reviving two sneakers involved in the farewell. The Nike Kobe 11 Low Protro Fade to Black and Mamba Day are the first reissues of the 10-year-old sneakers. Bryant wore the former pair during…
Read MoreAmerican Exchange Group Inks $39 Million Deal for Allbirds Assets
American Exchange Group plans to acquire the assets of Allbirds, the struggling shoe brand, in a $39 million deal. The sale, negotiated by a special committee of independent directors, is subject to approval by the brand’s shareholders. The deal, which could see price adjustments before closing, is expected to be finalized in the second quarter…
Read MoreHavaianas Celebrates Brazilian Flair With New Global Brand Ambassador Vini Jr.
Havaianas has welcomed a new global brand ambassador to the team, Brazilian soccer star Vini Jr., and dropped a collection in partnership with the athlete on Monday. The new global initiative in collaboration with the Real Madrid forward is all about centering Brazilian Flair. Havaianas x Vini Jr. Havaianas Vini Jr., short for Vinícius Júnior,…
Read MoreLauren Conrad Nods to ‘Laguna Beach’ Roots With These Two Pieces in Her Latest Kohl’s Collection
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Nostalgia is in the air, as Lauren Conrad and the cast of Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County get set to celebrate 20 years of their hit MTV reality show with a new reunion…
Read MoreNike’s Rare Foamposite ‘Voltage’ Is Coming Back for the First Time Ever
Nike’s futuristic Foamposite line has been chugging along for nearly 30 years at this point and has produced countless colorful spins on the molded polyurethane sneaker. And yet, there are still a handful of original 1997 releases that have yet to resurface in their original form, although it looks like the Beaverton, Ore.-based sportswear company…
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