Rhonda Richford
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Inside Mathieu Lehanneur’s New Design Studio
The Olympic torch designer opened the doors to his expansive Paris space, just ahead of his appointment-only New York penthouse in the first step of his global expansion. → Read More
Balmain Pieces Stolen Ahead of Paris Fashion Week Show
Designer Olivier Rousteing said 50 pieces had been stolen when a delivery truck was “hijacked,” but he indicated the show would go on. → Read More
Where to Get Some Sleep During Fashion Week
Paris Hôtel de Crillon, London's the Cadogan, Milan's The Longevity Suite offer dedicated sleep programs to promote better sleep while traveling. → Read More
Where to Shop, Eat and Pamper in Paris This Fall
Shops, art exhibitions and food to try in Paris in fall 2023. → Read More
H&M Group Sales Still ‘Flattish’ in Q3
The Swedish group is focused on steadying inventory levels and increasing margins. → Read More
Uniqlo Reopens Paris Flagship With Clare Waight Keller Collection
The brand will open in Luxembourg and another French outpost next month as it continues full steam on its European growth strategy. → Read More
Inditex H1 Sales Gain 16.6% as Retailer Adds Bigger Stores
The Zara parent company will open its largest store ever in Rotterdam in November, while reducing inventory 6.9 percent with steady full-price sales. → Read More
Printemps Taps Industry Veterans for Key Hires
Former Burberry executive Jean Gasnier joins as director of new business, while Claudie Pierlot executive Alain Cheung takes over as digital and omnichannel director. → Read More
France’s Marie Claire Revamps Visual Identity
The venerable 85-year-old title has created its own font and will double down on current events coverage. → Read More
What to Watch: The EU Set to Tackle Textile Waste
The European Union is set to move on new Extended Producer Responsibility measures but how effective post-production "polluter pays" laws is murky. → Read More
Speed and Sustainability Push Brands to Use Generated Images
From ads to editorial, brands are experimenting with AI for speed, sustainability — and sheer creativity. → Read More
EXCLUSIVE: Graff Unveils New Brand Campaign, Launches Logo and Monogram
The high jewelry house is evolving its communications strategy to reach a younger and more diverse clientele. → Read More
Cindy Crawford’s Next Gig, DKNY’s New York-centric Campaign
The ’90s supermodel stars in a new campaign, and Rossy de Palma will work on an autumn exhibit at Paris’ Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche. → Read More
Help for Maui, Dressing Beyoncé, Taylor Swift Pays Off
Plus, ‘Lady Dior Celebration’ in Seoul, and an FGI celebration for Andrew Bolton. → Read More
H&M Sues Shein for Copyright Infringement
The fast-fashion giants are facing off in a Hong Kong-based lawsuit. → Read More
Thompson’s Armani First, Zegna and Mr Porter Celebrate, Holt Renfrew’s ‘Renaissance’
Emma Thompson attends Giorgio Armani’s show, Zegna and Mr Porter partied for their Hamptons pop-up, Holt Renfrew taps into Beyoncé’s tour. → Read More
La Reine Capricieuse Crowned Official Partner of Cannes’ Opening Night Film ‘Jeanne du Barry’
Honey-based face cream La Reine Capricieuse is the official partner of the Cannes Film Festival's opening night film "Jeanne du Barry." → Read More
Return of Tourists Boosts SMCP Sales in France, China Stabilizes in Q1
Sales for the Sandro and Maje parent company were up 6.7 percent on an organic basis, while the Americas dipped. → Read More
Kim Jones and Cyrill Gutsch Talk Dior x Parley for the Oceans Collaboration
To present their second capsule, the two discussed the challenges of sustainability and meaning of luxury in the era of climate change. → Read More
Lauder’s Sara Moss to Retire, a No-Heel Shoe, Patou Shines Light on Sustainability
Estée Lauder’s Sara Moss will retire July 1, Li-Ning’s innovative sports shoe design, Patou’s sustainability push. → Read More