lululemon athletica inc. announced that Robert Bensoussan has been appointed to the company's Board of Directors. Mr. Bensoussan's appointment reflects lululemon's increasing international focus and his addition expands the Board to 11 members.
The cast and creative team of The Phantom of the Opera- 25 Years on Broadway Gala Performance at the Majestic Theatre in New York City took a triumphant curtain call last night, January 26, 2013. BroadwayWorld was there and brings full coverage of the bows below!
In honor of the ever-increasing attention on 'inaugural style' David's Bridal has inaugurated their own 'cabinet members', specialists in all things fashion, bridal and lifestyle - the 2013 Style Council is ready to be sworn in!
Badgley Mischka will open its first store in Manhattan on the Upper East Side at 24 East 64th Street this April. The three-floor, 3,000-square-foot townhouse was most recently home to a Pucci store.
Gap Inc. has acquired retailer Intermix for $130 million in cash. Last month we reported that the two companies were in talks for a collaboration. The official deal closed on December 31 and expands Gap's presence in the luxury retail market.
Jimmy Choo is set to open a new men's store in London at 35a Dover Street, just two blocks away from its Bond Street store. "Dover Street is fast becoming a shopping destination for luxury fashion and cutting-edge designers. The store is an exciting next step in the growth of Jimmy Choo Men," said Pierre Denis, the brand's chief executive officer.
I love me some Taylor Swift and I am not embarassed to say it. I think she's beautiful, always dresses impeccably and I love her catchy tunes. Swift helped ring in the new year by performing in Times Square to thousands huddled together in the cold, and millions watching on TV.
Jimmy Choo has unveiled their second fragrance: Flash.
Simon Holloway, the company's co-creative director, told WWD: 'Jimmy Choo is a brand which was born in shoes and grew up on the red carpet. This fragrance plays naturally to that concept.'
Safilo Group, leader in the premium eyewear sector, announced the early renewal of the licensing agreement for the design, manufacture and worldwide distribution of the luxury brands MAX MARA and MAX&Co. collections of optical frames and sunglasses. The new agreement will now run until December 31, 2019.
At 24, many young women are just starting to figure out where they're going in life. But this is not the case for Evelyn Fox. The trendsetter is running her own successful high-end fashion company, Crystal Heels™ and it all started with a pair of Louboutins, a couple thousand Swarovski crystals, and a heady mix of creativity and passion.
SOLSTICE Sunglasses announced the kick-off of their 'WISH More GIVE More SAVE More' holiday promotion to get shoppers into the holiday spirit. Customers can earn up to $75 in SOLSTICE gift cards as well as enter to win a luxurious Beverly Hills shopping spree getaway for two via the SOLSTICE Facebook page.
Labelux has sold Derek Lam label back to Lam and co-founder Jam-Hendrik Schlottmann. Labelux took control in 2008, which with their financial backing, allowed the brand to flourish, and expand into shoes, bags and eyeglasses. Lam also debuted his fusion line 10 Crosby Derek Lam last year.
The Polaroid Eyewear 75th Anniversary celebration planned for Tuesday 30th October at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) has been postponed due to the severe weather conditions being caused by Hurricane Sandy.
Polaroid Eyewear is celebrating its 75th Anniversary on Tuesday 30th October from 7pm to 10 pm at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City. Guests will get to discover, explore and interact with the brand's technology and learn how Polaroid Eyewear is moving forward into the future.
Designing 007 opened this Friday at the TIFF Lightbox in Toronto after a successful run in London, England. The exhibit celebrates the last 50 years of James Bond films with a collection of props, costumes, designs and concept mock-ups from all 23 movies (and many props from the highly anticipated Skyfall). BWW is thrilled to be able to bring our readers photos of all the Bond goodies.
Rodeo Drive Resale (http://www.shoprdr.com), premier reseller of luxury favorites, examined some of the fall trends discussed on popular style Web site Shine.com.
In the wake of the latest fashion items inspired by New York Fashion Week, Rodeo Drive Resale (http://www.shoprdr.com), premier reseller of 100% authentic Marc Jacobs bags, Prada heels, and Hermes scarves, and other coveted luxury pieces takes a look at a few clothing and accessory pieces that have stood the test of time.
Think couture style is out of your league? Think again! Help is here for Cinderellas of every shoe size with a small budget and a big couture habit this fall! You can have designer style even on a non-designer budget and you shall go to the ball!
The Forum Shops at Caesars celebrated Fashion's Night Out 2012 in star-studded Las Vegas style complete with classic showgirls, showroom headline entertainers, world-famous Chippendale dancers, gorgeous fashion models and glitzy female impersonators. Making the fashion rounds of The Forum Shops on Thursday, Sept.6. The Las Vegas celebrities interacted with customers, visited in-store events, and joined product demonstrations and parties. Additionally, three lucky visitors for Fashion's Night Out received a $500 shopping spree to The Forum Shops.
Donning gorgeous sequins gowns and dripping in $850,000 worth of Tiffany jewels, sexy 26-year-old Uzbekistan-born pianist and YouTube sensation, Lola Astanova, made her Carnegie Hall debut in 'A Tribute to Horowitz' performance which left the sold-out audience as dazzled as her diamonds.