The former Cherokee executive will be based in London where he will be opening an office and building a team.

NMG cites its acquisition of Stylyze Inc. personalization platform as an indication that it’s rebounding and in a position to invest in further technology capabilities.

Voters can now go to the Rivet site to submit their choices for the most influential leaders advancing the business of making and marketing denim.

The shop is part of larger commitments to self-expression, diversity and inclusion.

Nineteen companies are the initial members and their hope is that more will join to help with their efforts.

Industry veteran Daniela Ott has worked in luxury hotels, at Kering, and ran her own consultancy.

The company’s CX series aims to fuel movement with its progressive design ethos.

Chanel chief financial officer Philippe Blondiaux said profitability was on track to return to 2019 levels after plummeting last year.

Observing Juneteenth was widely marketed last year, but this year brands aren’t being as proactive.

The fast-fashion retailer said sales rose 2 percent increase in the June 1 to 13 period compared to 2019.

The self-described “digital ecosystem” for brands and retailers has set a variety of growth initiatives.

The husband-and-wife team already oversee Skims, Good American and Frame denim with partners like the Kardashians and some heavy-hitting backers. Now they not only have big plans for those three brands, they see even more in their future.

Bally has opened a new interactive flagship in New York’s Meatpacking District, which represents a larger strategy to engage younger shoppers with experiences.

The gummy supplements company has partnered with track and field star Chari Hawkins and the Kansas City Chiefs’ Travis Kelce.

The mall REIT’s bankruptcy included a prepared restructuring proposal, but the process will also test retail’s uncertain value in a pandemic.

Harden, known for his cool style both on and off the courts, has made a minority investment in Saks.

All the key dates and places for trade shows in the second half of this year.

Trade show organizers are also offering new formats and approaches to better engage attendees.

Amex’s CMO chats to WWD about the new-look Departures, partnering with media brands for its first Membership Week and what spending trends Amex is seeing.

The companies shared insights as to why payments and tech partnerships are key at the FN CEO Summit 2021.

The all-cash transaction values the brand house at $585 million, including net-debt.

The renovations come as retail sales are beginning to rebound, with Mexico seeing fewer infections and deaths from COVID-19.

The culture sector aims to create 100,000 jobs and add $23 billion to the Saudi economy in the next 10 years.

The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the travel restrictions and closure of stores resulted in Valentino reporting a net loss and a 28 percent decline in revenues in 2020.

Hudson’s Bay has so far launched large Forever 21 shops inside two Toronto area stores on Friday and plans to significantly widen the distribution of the brand.

The pop-up will support 15 collaborations between Highsnobiety and designers such as Thom Browne, B.Stroy and RTFKT Studios.

As traditional media advertising revenues continue to slump, more titles are eyeing the beauty market.

London-based Sybarite has created a new-concept Ferrari store that’s an ode to 21st-century Italian design with sensual curves and a sophisticated mood.

The French luxury brand is opening stores in Troy, Mich., and East Rutherford, N.J., and expanding in South Coast Plaza.

Shopify’s latest study takes a look at the state of retail discusses, and how brick-and-mortar needs to adapt to the new retail environment.

Vince and Rebecca Taylor continued to experience strong consumer response but there’s a pause on developing new products at Parker.

A new study from Dr. Stacy L. Smith’s Annenberg Inclusion Initiative shows that Muslims make up less than 2 percent of speaking characters in movies.

A roundup of who’s been hired, fired or maybe just jumped ship in media land over the past few weeks.

Building on the resale momentum, the luxury marketplace went for an IPO to explore new growth avenues and raise capital.

Retailers will fare well selling jeans, backpacks and hoodies for the 2021 back-to-school season as in-classroom learning resumes.

Groupe Beaumanoir plans to invest in expanding Caroll internationally.

The streaming platform now sells exclusive, limited-edition products tied to its shows, including apparel, collectibles and even furniture.

The store has declined to comment on press reports in the U.K. that it has received an offer in excess of 4 billion pounds.

The $639 million in funding was led by investors of other companies such as SpaceX, Spotify, Airbnb, GoPro and Lyft.

Macy’s has been staging Fourth of July fireworks extravaganzas since the nation’s bicentennial.

Fashion Business Essentials, an online course by Parsons and WWD, and powered by Yellowbrick, offers insights into what it takes to create a fashion brand.

Payment authorization failures are a $600 billion problem at retail.

The affordable jewelry brand has a restructuring support agreement with backers and is testing its options for a sale.

Revenues increased in nearly all categories at the specialty jewelry retailer, causing shares to close up nearly 14 percent.

After months of building and beta testing, the partnership providing an alternative payment solution for consumers officially launches today.

The rapid rise in e-commerce and COVID-19 has propelled industrial real estate into a bustling market for acquisitions.

The musician’s global campaign with Klarna is encouraging consumers to rediscover fashion.

Paris-based Ykone has acquired a 51 percent share in MB New Media Agency, founded in Milan by Matteo Baldi.