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Exploring the intersection of fashion with art, film, music, and the broader cultural conversation.

Model showcases Setchu Spring 2027 collection with detailed leather nets and Japanese knots, emphasizing artisanal craftsmanship.

Setchu Spring 2027 collection features leather nets and Japanese knots

For his Spring 2027 collection, LVMH Prize winner Satoshi Kuwata presented just 17 looks.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 21· 2 min
Interior of a chic Peserico menswear boutique, highlighting tailored suits and luxury fabrics, with elegant displays and soft lighting.

Peserico menswear expands retail presence with new openings

Launched just three years ago, Peserico's menswear category now accounts for a robust 15 percent of the brand's over 130 million euros in annual sales.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 20· 2 min
Luca Benini, founder of Slam Jam, in a modern office, symbolizing the brand's evolution from streetwear to corporate brand elevation consulting.

Slam Jam's Luca Benini Elevates Brands

Slam Jam, the name synonymous with underground streetwear, now generates 60 percent of its sales from a 'brand elevation' unit.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 20· 2 min
Rémy Baume, the newly appointed Chief Executive of Printemps, stands in his office with a view of Paris, embodying a new era for the luxury department store.

Printemps names Rémy Baume its new chief executive

Primark, the fast-fashion giant, is not merely appointing a new chief executive; it is creating an entirely new Chief Commercial Officer role.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 13· 2 min
Giorgio Armani fashion and art installations displayed at the Nomad Art Fair in the Hamptons, highlighting a partnership focused on cultural immersion.

Giorgio Armani Renews Nomad Hamptons Edition Partnership

For its first U.S. edition in the Hamptons, the Nomad art and design fair renews its partnership with Giorgio Armani, showcasing everything from archival fashion to newly commissioned site-specific ar

Monique Devereaux· Jun 12· 2 min
The grand facade of the new Ami Paris flagship store on Rue de Turenne in Paris, showcasing its extensive collection of luxury menswear.

Ami Paris to open largest flagship store in Paris

On February 18th, 2025, Ami Paris will open its largest store worldwide at 96 Rue de Turenne in Paris, a bold move that defies the prevailing narrative of retail's digital shift.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 12· 2 min
Lamine Yamal, the young soccer sensation, strikes a confident pose in American Eagle denim, embodying the brand's new global campaign.

American Eagle launches new campaign with Lamine Yamal

At just 18, Spanish soccer sensation Lamine Yamal has signed a five-year deal to become American Eagle's global face, marking a significant strategic pivot for the American denim brand, WWD reports.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 10· 2 min
Fashion figure Tiffany Hsu in a luxury boutique, balancing professional demands with the unspoken expectations of being a 'fashion mom'.

Tiffany Hsu navigates the pressures of being a 'fashion mom'.

Tiffany Hsu, a key figure in luxury fashion, faces an unspoken industry expectation: she must excel professionally, be a devoted mother, and appear as an 'effortlessly great fashion mom'.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 9· 2 min
A young man arrives home with vintage MCM bags, greeted by his quirky family, symbolizing MCM's shift towards heritage and human connection.

MCM Embraces Heritage and Human Connection for Handbag Growth

For its winter 2026 campaign, luxury brand MCM unveils a short film by Argentinian director Lucio Castro.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 8· 2 min
Models walk the runway at Central Saint Martins' 2026 BA show, presenting cutting-edge menswear collections with bold designs and avant-garde aesthetics.

Central Saint Martins Spotlights 2026 Menswear Designers

At Central Saint Martins' 2026 BA show, Polina Kadilnikova, a Ukrainian womenswear student, secured the coveted first prize for her collection.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 8· 2 min
Split image: Model in Goldwin eco-friendly outdoor wear in nature, and a Ford Bronco SUV in a luxury setting.

Goldwin Unveils Nature-Inspired Collection; Filson Partners Ford

A new Goldwin collection, themed 'Earth Does Not Belong to Man,' features organic cotton and recycled polyester, with a shirt priced up to $260.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 8· 2 min
OG Anunoby wearing Skechers basketball sneakers that are designed to look like iconic Timberland boots during an NBA Finals game.

Anunoby Debuts Skechers NBA Finals Sneakers That Mimic Timberland Boots

In a surprising move for the 2026 NBA Finals, OG Anunoby will debut a special-edition Skechers basketball shoe that directly mimics the iconic Timberland boot, complete with a custom hang-tag.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 7· 2 min
Katie Holmes attends the 'Happy Hours' film premiere at Tribeca Festival, showcasing her elegant dusty rose dress and Chloé Cleia sandals.

Katie Holmes pairs Chloé Cleia sandals with premiere dress

At the 2026 Tribeca Festival premiere of her film 'Happy Hours', Katie Holmes stepped out in Chloé's black patent Cleia sandals, paired with a dusty rose-hued satin column dress featuring romantic puf

Monique Devereaux· Jun 7· 2 min
Fans in stylish, country-themed Nike apparel celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup, inspired by collaborations with artists like Drake and G-Dragon.

Nike's Cultural Playbook for 2026 World Cup

For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Nike is launching country-themed collections with artists like Drake for Canada and G-Dragon for South Korea, alongside collaborations with figures such as Slawn.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 6· 2 min
The New School building facade with empty chairs on the quad, symbolizing job cuts and financial strain.

The New School cuts 87 jobs amid mounting financial pressures

As The New School announced the layoff of 87 employees, including 19 full-time faculty, its President Joel Towers is slated to earn roughly $1 million this year, according to Jacobin .

Monique Devereaux· Jun 6· 2 min
Interior of a stylish boutique showcasing Clare V handbags and accessories with a focus on timeless design and quality.

Clare V's enduring aesthetic shapes its brand history and overview

Clare V generated $143,274 from 1,026 items sold on Poshmark, establishing a notable secondary market presence, according to Resellbot .

Monique Devereaux· Jun 5· 2 min
Loro Piana's partnership with Galleria Borghese facilitates the restoration of Jacopo Bassano's masterpiece, 'Spring', highlighting luxury and art preservation.

Loro Piana partners with Galleria Borghese for masterpiece restoration

The iconic Galleria Borghese is set to begin restoring Jacopo Bassano's 'Spring' this year, a project made possible by a new three-year partnership with luxury fashion house Loro Piana.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 5· 2 min
A Formula 1 car with Louis Vuitton branding races through the Monaco Grand Prix circuit, symbolizing the new luxury partnership.

Louis Vuitton Becomes Title Partner of Monaco Grand Prix in 2026

For the first time, the iconic Monaco Grand Prix, entering its 83rd edition in 2026, will have a luxury fashion house as its title partner: Louis Vuitton.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 5· 2 min
The four Nader Sisters, Brooks, Mary Holland, Grace Ann, and Sarah Jane, modeling Quay Australia's new summer sunglasses collection on a sunny beach.

Nader Sisters Launch Quay Australia Summer Sunglasses Line

Quay is launching a summer eyewear capsule collection developed with not one, but four Nader Sisters: Brooks, Mary Holland, Grace Ann, and Sarah Jane.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 4· 2 min
Scotch & Soda's heritage collection featuring Royal Delft's iconic cobalt blue patterns on modern fashion pieces, displayed in an artistic setting.

Scotch & Soda Launches Heritage Collection Inspired by Royal Delft

Royal Delft, renowned for hand-painting cobalt oxide onto ceramic plates for centuries, now applies its intricate artistry to a 24-piece fashion collection with Scotch & Soda.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 4· 2 min
Gisele Bündchen and Julia Garner alongside other stars celebrating Loewe's 180th anniversary in a glamorous, modern campaign setting.

Loewe Celebrates 180 Years with Julia Garner, Gisele, and More

Loewe, founded in 1846, celebrates its 180th anniversary with a global campaign featuring Gisele, Sissy Spacek, and Julia Garner, alongside an animated film narrated by Antonio Banderas.

Monique Devereaux· Jun 1· 2 min
A vibrant Gap store interior filled with shoppers, showcasing strong sales and a positive retail environment.

Gap Inc. posts $3.5 billion net sales in Q1 2026 earnings report

Gap Inc. surprised analysts by raising its full-year earnings forecast to $2.30-$2.40 per diluted share, driven by a 10% surge in comparable sales for its core Gap brand during the first quarter. This

Monique Devereaux· May 30· 2 min
A symbolic handshake between the outgoing and incoming CEOs of Lenzing AG, representing a smooth and strategic leadership transition in the corporate world.

Lenzing AG Appoints Georg Kasperkovitz as New CEO

Rohit Aggarwal, the outgoing CEO of materials giant Lenzing AG, will remain with the company as an advisor until the end of September 2026.

Monique Devereaux· May 30· 2 min
A modern cityscape subtly featuring the iconic Missoni zigzag pattern, representing the fashion house's global expansion under new ownership.

FSI Takes Control of Missoni, Boosting Expansion Plans

Italian fashion house Missoni, known for its vibrant knitwear, has seen its founding family sell a 41.

Monique Devereaux· May 28· 2 min
Close-up of Riachuelo jeans made with recycled cotton and sugarcane-based elastane, showcasing sustainable fashion innovation.

Riachuelo Launches Brazil's First Jeans with Recycled Cotton Viscose

Riachuelo has launched Brazil's first jeans made with viscose containing 20% recycled cotton waste and sugarcane-based elastane.

Monique Devereaux· May 26· 2 min
Eva Longoria posing on the red carpet at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, showcasing her white satin platform sandals with a high heel.

Eva Longoria Steps Out in Chic Platform Sandals at 2026 Cannes

Eva Longoria wore white satin René Caovilla 'Anastasia' platform sandals with a 150mm heel and 40mm platform at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.

Monique Devereaux· May 25· 2 min
The new Dsquared2 Roxy bag, an East-West style accessory with looping belts, is presented in a chic resort setting for the Resort 2027 collection.

Dsquared2 Unveils Roxy Bag in Ten Styles for Resort 2027

Dsquared2's Resort 2027 collection introduces the new Roxy bag, an East-West style accessory embellished with looping belts, launched in ten distinct iterations, according to WWD .

Monique Devereaux· May 25· 2 min
A detailed macro photograph of a bright red ladybug with black spots on a lush green leaf, bathed in warm, soft sunlight.

Ladybugs Offer Whimsical Escape for Inner Child Healing

Across social media feeds and high-street windows, the humble ladybug, once a childhood doodle, is now a ubiquitous symbol, signaling a surprising cultural embrace of whimsical comfort.

Monique Devereaux· May 24· 2 min
A dynamic cityscape at dusk, showcasing glowing art galleries and studios, symbolizing emerging cultural destinations for contemporary art.

WWD's Search for Top Art Destinations in 2026

Top gallerists, collectors, and artists are being asked to name 'percolating' cities for contemporary art.

Monique Devereaux· May 24· 2 min
A diverse collection of bold, playful, and colorful summer jewelry pieces, inspired by pop art, displayed vibrantly.

Summer jewelry trends embrace bold, playful designs

The Audemars Piguet and Swatch 'Royal Pop' collection —eight bold, bright models inspired by pop art—epitomizes this summer's unexpected turn in high-end jewelry.

Monique Devereaux· May 24· 2 min