Posts by Kevin Harson
EXCLUSIVE: Disney and Formula 1 Team Up for Las Vegas Capsule Collection
Disney Consumer Products and Formula 1 are merging the worlds of speed and storytelling with a capsule collection inspired by the Las Vegas Grand Prix — held Nov. 22. The partnership began about a year ago, after Formula 1’s meteoric rise in popularity among U.S. fans, said Tasia Filippatos, president of Disney Consumer Products. “We’ve…
Read MoreBal Harbour Shops, a Beacon of Luxury and High-touch Service, Celebrates 60 Years
For five hours Wednesday night at Bal Harbour Shops in north Miami, the Champagne was flowing, the crowd was dancing and mood was completely festive. There was even some shopping, as 1,200 loyal customers as well as shopkeepers, brand reps, socialites, models and some local officials descended on Bal Harbour Shops to commemorate the luxury…
Read MoreUlta Beauty Makes Middle East Debut With Kuwait Store, Plans Expansion in Dubai and Saudi Arabia
Ulta Beauty has landed in the Middle East. After debuting internationally in Mexico earlier this year, the Bolingbrook, Ill.-based beauty retailer is planting its flag in Kuwait. Located at The Avenues in Kuwait, the store will open its doors on Friday through its partnership with franchise operator Alshaya Group. “Opening our first Ulta Beauty store…
Read MoreQueen Letizia Tripled Down on Burgundy in Minimalist Kitten Heels
On Thursday, Queen Letizia of Spain embraced monochromatic dressing at the National Innovation and Design Awards Ceremony in Madrid, pairing a burgundy dress with kitten heels in the same rich autumnal shade. Her pumps are characterized by an elongated pointed toe and curved arch. The shoe’s tiny heel is slender yet not extremely skinny. A…
Read MoreVera Wang and David’s Bridal Offer Archival Styles for Brides and Bridesmaids
This is embagoed until 10 am. Vera Wang seems to live near the fountain of youth, but the designer has dipped into her pats for a limited edition offering with David’s Bridal. In celebration of the David’s Bridal x Vera Wang Bride global partnership, the “White by Vera Wang” is debuting with 10 handcrafted-to-order dresses for…
Read MoreZalando Q3 Revenues Rise Rapidly on Back of About You Purchase
Revenues at Zalando, one of Europe’s largest online fashion retailing platforms, rose 26.5 percent over the third quarter and totaled 3.02 billion euros. The German company’s gross merchandise value, or GMV, also rose 21.6 percent to 4.21 billion euros in the three months through September. Zalando sees GMV, which measures how much inventory the platform…
Read MoreFirst Look: Casablanca Unveils Its First U.S. Flagship in Beverly Hills
Casablanca has officially opened its doors in Beverly Hills. The Paris-born luxury label, founded by Charaf Tajer in 2018, unveils a 5,400-square-foot space — including 3,700 square feet of front-of-house — that embodies the blend of classic architecture and modern energy the brand is known for. “L.A. is an important city for me,” said Tajer.…
Read MoreInvestors Cheer Steve Madden’s Brightening Outlook
Steven Madden Ltd. CEO Edward Rosenfeld had great news about the shoe firm’s prospects, and investors cheered. Shares of Madden spiked 13.6 percent to close the trading day Wednesday at $37.32 following Rosenfeld’s remarks in a conference call after the company posted third quarter earnings results. “During the period in April and May, when new…
Read MoreMiss Piggy Told WWD in 2015: ‘I Am a Fashion Icon.’ Now, She’s Getting Hew Own Movie
A self-proclaimed “fashion icon” and “legendary diva,” Miss Piggy is finally getting the Hollywood treatment that she deserves. Jennifer Lawrence announced on Tuesday that she is working on a movie about the character. Emma Stone is attached to the project as a producer, while Broadway star Cole Escola is writing the script. “I don’t know…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Lee Debuts First Men’s Shoe Line, Set to Expand Into Women’s Footwear Next Year
Lee is jumping into the men’s footwear game. After inking a licensing agreement with U.S. footwear manufacturer, wholesaler and retailer Jack Schwartz Shoes in November 2024, the Kontoor Brands-owned denim brand now offers contemporary takes on athletic and casual shoe styles. Elements of Lee’s denim and workwear heritage are carried into the line. Key styles…
Read MoreOlivier Rousteing Steps Down at Balmain
PARIS – Olivier Rousteing is stepping down as creative director of Balmain, closing a 14-year chapter of growth and creative audacity that also was among the longest creative tenures in fashion. His departure was revealed Wednesday by the brand. “I am deeply proud of all that I’ve accomplished, and profoundly grateful to my exceptional team…
Read MoreFor the First Time, Saint Laurent Tops Lyst’s Hottest Brands Ranking
LONDON — Despite a 7 percent slip in revenue in the third quarter of 2025, Saint Laurent was able to claim the top spot in the latest Lyst hottest brands ranking for the first time, dethorning Miu Miu. The rise in the Kering-owned brand’s popularity in the quarter was mainly driven by searches for loafers,…
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