Obi Anyanwu, WWD

Obi Anyanwu

WWD

New York, NY, United States

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True Religion’s Zihaad Wells on Collaborations and Supporting Young Creatives

The brand’s creative director and their young collaborators Blu Boy, Jaffa Saba and Madeline Kraemer speak at length on their projects. → Read More

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New York Men's Day Brings Emerging Brands to the Forefront

The showcase for men’s and gender-neutral labels helped kick off a healthy New York Fashion Week. → Read More

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LATAM and Caribbean Brands Make Waves in NYC

Brands with roots in Mexico, Colombia and Trinidad and Tobago have hosted pop-ups in New York City. → Read More

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Y2K Is Slowly Returning in Streetwear

Nostalgic consumers are bringing back the streetwear, sneakers, brands and styles from the early Aughts. → Read More

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Pharrell Throws a Pitch, Anne Klein's New Face, Hoka's Extreme Deal

Pharrell Williams threw out the first pitch at a Yankees game, Gina Rodriguez fronts Anne Klein, Hoka backs an extreme race series. → Read More

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DL1961 Introduces Reform Capsule Collection

The brand is introducing new silhouettes through this capsule rolling out in August and September. → Read More

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Industry Veteran Chris Salgardo Introduces Atwater Skin Care

The affordable men’s range launches exclusively at Nordstrom and the Atwater website. → Read More

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Gucci Names Third ‘Changemakers’ Grant and Scholarship Recipients

This year’s recipients will receive funding, engage with Gucci leadership and be honored with an exhibition at MOCAD in early September. → Read More

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Pandora's New Pets, Woon-A-Tai Signs With IMG, Jordan's Jersey for Sale

Pandora has launched a collection for pets, D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai signs with IMG, Sotheby’s will auction a Michael Jordan historic jersey. → Read More

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A Look at Chicago’s Evolving Menswear Scene

Svrn’s West Loop store on North Aberdeen has been expanded to 4,200 square feet, offering brands like Rick Owens and Marni. → Read More

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Winnie NYC’s Idris Balogun on LVMH Prize and Phase Two of Business

The Savile Row-trained designer plans to put his prize winnings toward growing e-commerce and expanding the team. → Read More

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Market Teams With My Chemical Romance on Capsule

The collection supports My Chemical Romance’s upcoming tour and show at When We Were Young festival in October. → Read More

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SportStyle: Goat and Paris Saint Germain Debut First Campaign

People of Paris marks Goat and PSG’s synergistic long-term partnership that began in April 2022. → Read More

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J Balvin and Miller Lite Drop BodegaWear Collection

All proceeds from the 10-piece capsule celebrating local convenience stores will benefit Accion Opportunity Fund. → Read More

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Retailers, Brands Shake Off Macro Issues as Men’s Spring Market Kicks Off

Project, MAN, Society and other shows drew merchants to New York to begin their shopping journey. → Read More

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Liberal Youth Ministry to Launch Capsule With Juventus F.C.

The collection launches exclusively at Dover Street Market in Los Angeles and New York City and the DSMNY e-shop. → Read More

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Drake Expands Nocta With New ‘Basketball’ Collection

The debut Nocta Basketball collection ranges in price from $12 to $120 and will be available on the Nike and Nocta websites. → Read More

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Music Festival Rolling Loud Launches Capsule at Urban Outfitters

The seven-piece capsule is the festival’s first nationwide release and will be available at all 280 Urban Outfitters stores. → Read More

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Sportswear Label Actively Black Signs Deja Kelly in NIL Deal

The UNC Chapel Hill player adds Actively Black to her growing list of NIL deals that include Forever 21 and Beats by Dre. → Read More

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Fellow Barber Enters Merger Agreement With Rudy's Barbershops

Rudy’s parent company Sortis and Fellow Barber will merge their shops and combine resources, including Fellow Barber’s academy. → Read More