Fast-growing Swiss sneaker firm On has unveiled FKA twigs as its “creative partner” for its “new training vertical”. It’s an interesting development for a company that has until now focused more on link-ups with sports stars. FKA twigs for On It said the artist, singer, and dancer “will help launch On’s training collection as the … Read more
As major college campuses are increasingly becoming epicenters for protests about the war in Gaza, a smaller institution — the Fashion Institute of Technology — became embroiled in the issue Thursday afternoon. An estimated crowd of 150 pro-Palestine demonstrators poured into FIT‘s Goodman Center Thursday afternoon — some running past security guards and school officials, … Read more
Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Apr 3, 2024 And then there were 12! With the addition of the strategic consultancy and creative agency Sunshine, falling into its fold, The Independents further expands its scope and secures its second operation in less than two months. Following the acquisition of the English agency Kennedy in March, the … Read more
Fast-growing British off-price e-tailer Secret Sales is acquiring Germany-based Dress-For-Less, which it said is “Europe’s leading discount fashion and beauty retailer”. The marketplace for off-price retail in fashion, sportswear and beauty added that it’s a “natural next step on an aggressive merger and acquisition strategy, this deal solidifies Secret Sales as one of the most … Read more
PVH Corp. announced on Monday a 2% uptick in revenues to $9.218 billion for the year 2023, held back by a sluggish North America wholesale segment at its Calvin Klein brand. Calvin Klein The New York-based company said Tommy Hilfiger annual revenue increased 4%, thanks to a 3% increase in international revenues and 6% gain in North … Read more
Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published Mar 15, 2024 There seems to be nothing stopping The Independents, which now boasts 11 companies under its belt. The consortium of creative agencies, experts in communication and events, initiated in 2017 by Karla Otto and K2, has absorbed Kennedy, a London-based enterprise specializing in strategic consulting and production for … Read more
Centric Brands announced on Wednesday a joint venture with Jennifer Fisher, a New York-based jewelry designer and media personality, the former company’s second joint venture in its folio. Courtesy The new venture will leverage the expertise of both companies to expand the Jennifer Fisher brand into new categories, while accelerating domestic and international growth of … Read more
Calvin Klein announced on Friday actor and musician Idris Elba and his wife, model and human rights activist Sabrina Elba are the faces of Calvin Klein Eternity Aromatic Essence, the newest addition to the Eternity fragrance portfolio. Calvin Klein Shot by Mert Alas, the new campaign captures Idris and Sabrina in moments of intimacy set to a … Read more
Kendall Jenner will once again be featured in Calvin Klein‘s spring womenswear campaign. Photographed by Mert Alas, longtime Calvin Klein brand ambassador Jenner is seen modeling the Calvin Klein relaxed trenchcoat, with a soft draping silhouette and fluid fabrication. The 28-year old also wears the structured stretch blazer and matching structured stretch wide-leg trousers and … Read more
New York is a city where fashion and style take to the street, thanks to its condensed and walkable nature and the proliferation of public transport. Thus, designers needn’t look further than outside their studio windows for inspiration. The Fall/Winter 2024 season kick-off homed in on that sentiment. See catwalkHelmut Lang – Fall-Winter2024 – 2025 … Read more
