The weekly magazine’s upcoming issue is dedicated to the “freedom of expression” with contributions from Whoopi Goldberg, Kristen Noel Crawley and Mahmood.

The Hearst-owned fashion title is making its debut on Feb. 20 under the lead of Alan Prada, who shared with WWD his vision for the storied magazine.

The issue hitting newsstands on Feb. 19 includes interviews with Jeremy Scott, Marina Abramovic, Rain Dove and Ruth Bell, among others.

On Tuesday, Sofa Magazine, aiming at forecasting long-term Zeitgeist phenomena, launched in Berlin.

Executives from Net-a-porter and Spring gathered to discuss personalization online, customer acquisition, mobile shopping and the omnichannel experience.

Gas prices and unemployment are down and the stock market is up — but retailers just aren't feeling they'll see much of a lift in business this year.

Maki had served as executive vice president since joining the company in 2012.

Gwyneth Paltrow, who thrives on sustainability and eco-chic living, has taken a stake in Juice Beauty.

Indie fragrance brands from Europe are in the spotlight these days as mergers and acquisition activity heats up in the beauty arena.

Twelve months after the sale of a 20 percent stake in Versace to Blackstone Group, ceo Gian Giacomo Ferraris is on track to see a public listing.

Preserving the master craftsmanship tied to an industry’s creativity and production is well worth the investment for many Italian firms.

The capsule collection is made up of six organic linen and dead-stock cotton silhouettes retailing from $159 to $300.

The police report put the value of the gown at $150,000.

The deal combines founder Davide Bollanti’s passions for good food and innovative cosmetics.

Subject to the uncertainties of the marketplace, high-end producers are capitalizing on their finely honed techniques and capacity to launch their own lines.