Material World: Biology Scales, Spandex Shifts and the Machinery Catch Up
Australian biomanufacturing firm Cauldron Ferm secured a $13.25 million Series A2 round to commercialize its continuous hyper‑fermentation platform, which it says can cut bioproduct unit costs by up to 50%. South‑Korean textile giant Hyosung announced a $1 billion investment in a fully integrated, sugarcane‑derived biobased spandex line that matches conventional performance while lowering carbon impact. London‑based Rheon Labs introduced a polymer‑infused Decathlon Kiprun short that reduces quadriceps vibration by 8.7%, and Interspare unveiled retrofit kits that boost energy efficiency and uptime for existing textile finishing lines.
From the Archive: Festival Fashion’s Free-Spirited Style Evokes 1970s Nostalgia
The article revisits the 1970s festival fashion that emerged from iconic events like Woodstock and the Newport Jazz Festival, highlighting its signature boho elements—maxi dresses, bell‑bottoms, fringe, and crochet. Modern festivals such as Coachella and Lollapalooza continue to channel that...
Trump’s Section 122 Tariffs Challenged in Court as Consumer Sentiment Reaches Record Low
The Court of International Trade is hearing a lawsuit from small businesses and about two dozen states seeking to overturn President Trump’s 10 percent Section 122 tariffs, which were imposed under the Trade Act of 1974 to address a purported balance‑of‑payments deficit....
Aliza Licht Explores ’90s Fashion Insider Drama With Unfinished Novel on Substack
Aliza Licht, a personal‑branding guru and former DKNY PR lead, has begun serializing a 60,927‑word fiction manuscript on Substack titled “Off the Record: Secrets of a 90s Fashion Insider in New York.” The story, set in late‑1990s New York fashion,...
EXCLUSIVE: Dior Reveals Location of Cruise 2027 Show in Los Angeles
Dior announced that its Cruise 2027 collection will debut on May 13 at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). The show will occupy the newly opened David Geffen Galleries, the museum’s first U.S. project by Pritzker‑Prize architect Peter Zumthor. The venue launch follows...
EXCLUSIVE: Charlotte Chesnais Bets on Tokyo — and Gold — for Expansion
Charlotte Chesnais has opened her largest flagship to date in Tokyo’s Aoyama district, a 1,100 sq ft, four‑level space that is three times the size of her Paris boutiques. Japan now accounts for 15% of the label’s sales, second only to France, and...
AX Beauty Names Noelle Cantarano as First Chief Marketing Officer
AX Beauty has appointed Noelle Cantarano as its first chief marketing officer, marking the company’s inaugural C‑suite marketing role. Cantarano arrives from Future Beauty Labs, where she served as vice president of global marketing. She will direct brand strategy, positioning,...
Proenza Schouler Exclusive Archive Sale to Take Place Online April 12 to 19
Proenza Schouler will host an exclusive online archive sale from April 12 to 19, offering more than 200 runway, ready‑to‑wear and accessory pieces from the Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez era at discounts of up to 70 percent. The collection spans Resort 2024 through Spring 2025 and is...
EXCLUSIVE: Khloé Kardashian Fronts It’s a 10 Haircare’s Rebrand Campaign
It’s a 10 Haircare, celebrating its 20th anniversary, has appointed Khloé Kardashian as its first celebrity ambassador. The partnership launches alongside a brand-wide rebrand slated for the coming months, featuring refreshed packaging and an expanded portfolio of over 80 SKUs. Founder...
Trump Advisors Divided on How to Tariff Iran’s Allies
The Trump administration is weighing a 50% tariff on countries that supply weapons to Iran, invoking the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett says the move is within the president’s emergency powers, while U.S....
Casa De Campo Fashion Week to Launch as Caribbean’s Premiere Luxury Fashion, Art and Wellness Event
Casa de Campo Resort & Villas will host the inaugural Casa de Campo Fashion Week from June 4‑8, 2026, positioning the Dominican Republic as a new luxury hub. The five‑day program blends runway shows with art exhibitions, wellness workshops, and educational seminars...
The Doux Secures Minority Investment From VMG Partners
The Doux, a mass‑market textured‑hair brand sold at Target, Walmart, CVS, Walgreens and Sally Beauty, has secured a minority investment from VMG Partners. Founded by stylist Maya Smith and her husband Brian Smith, the company launched its product line in...
Cardi B Celebrates Her ‘Little Miss Drama’ Tour With Barely-There Femme LA Metallic Sandals
Cardi B capped the Philadelphia stop of her Little Miss Drama tour with an after‑party where she strutted in Femme LA’s violet‑purple metallic London Lace‑Up sandal. The vegan‑leather heel, featuring a 4.75″ spiked stiletto and wrap‑around lace‑up straps, complemented a Di Petsa wet‑look maxidress....
EXCLUSIVE: Marc-Antoine Barrois Sets Up Shop in SoHo
Marc‑Antoine Barrois is launching a flagship boutique in SoHo at 120 Wooster Street on April 16, expanding the luxury perfume house beyond its Paris and London locations. The brand reported more than $100 million in revenue last year, giving it the financial footing for U.S....
Zara Opens Men’s-Only Store on Spring Street in SoHo
Zara has opened a 2,150‑square‑foot Zara Man pop‑up at 73 Spring Street in SoHo, its second men‑only concept in the United States. The store, operating through June, expands the Vatisimo capsule and will feature limited‑edition collaborations such as with Aaron Levine. Zara’s...
Unilever Ventures Leads Mumbai-Based Clayco’s $4.1 Million Funding Round
Clayco, a Mumbai‑based skin‑care brand inspired by global beauty rituals, closed a $4.1 million Series A round led by Unilever Ventures, which had previously invested $2 million in 2024. The funding comes as the company’s annual revenue climbs to roughly $7.7 million and its...
The 1 Granary TENCEL™ Club: Simon Giuliani, Candiani
The 1 Granary TENCEL™ Club is a virtual hub linking recent fashion design graduates with seasoned industry professionals. Its inaugural guest, Simon Giuliani, serves as global marketing director for Italy’s family‑run mill Candiani S.p.A., renowned for sustainable denim innovations. Giuliani discussed Candiani’s 85‑year heritage, its...
Supply Chain Stocks Soar on Ceasefire News
On April 8, 2026, news of a two‑week cease‑fire in the Iran war lifted major U.S. indices and sent logistics, freight and supply‑chain stocks higher. FedEx surged 4.6% to $373.30, UPS rose 2.9% to $100.44, and DHL jumped 5.7% to $48.33, while...
‘V’ for Veronica: Ines Di Santo’s Daughter Launches Bridal Diffusion Line
Veronica Di Santo, daughter of bridal powerhouse Ines Di Santo, has launched V, a new diffusion line aimed at modern brides for the Spring 2027 season. The line will debut alongside Ines Di Santo's main collection at New York Bridal...
How ‘Euphoria’ Makeup Artist Donni Davy Built a Beauty Brand Based on Play
After the debut of HBO Max’s “Euphoria,” makeup artist Donni Davy was approached by A24 to launch a beauty line, resulting in the 2022 debut of Half Magic. The brand translates the show’s glitter‑heavy aesthetic into consumer‑ready products such as...
Eighth Day’s Dr. Antony Nakhla on Why ‘Science Is the New Luxury’
Eighth Day founder Dr. Antony Nakhla is positioning his skin‑care line as “science‑backed luxury,” leveraging a patented peptide‑rich plasma complex that mimics natural skin molecules. The brand targets the growing demand for preventative, results‑driven treatments as minimally invasive procedures and...
Bridal Manufacturers Face Tariffs and Rising Prices Amid Strong Appetite for Wedding Gowns
U.S. bridal manufacturers are grappling with rising fabric costs and 15‑20% tariff‑driven price hikes, yet designers like Sareh Nouri maintain stable pricing by emphasizing American‑made quality. The wedding market remains robust, projected to exceed $100 billion in 2025, with average dress...
Nardos Celebrates 10 Years
Luxury bridal designer Nardos Imam commemorated a decade in business with a high‑profile event at New York’s Rainbow Room, featuring a retrospective of her most iconic gowns and the debut of the spring 2027 collection. The showcase highlighted her signature fluid draping,...
What Beauty Brands Need to Know About Gen Alpha
Beauty brands are scrambling to understand Generation Alpha, a cohort still defining its preferences. Companies like Rini and JB Skrub are involving children directly in product design and packaging, while targeting parents with transparency and clinical data. Marketers must maintain...
Bridal Brands Katherine Tash, Ofrenda Studio Team Up
Los Angeles‑based bridal designer Katherine Tash is broadening her label with the Spring 2027 “Chrysalis” collection, adding ballgowns, A‑lines and luxe fabrics such as beaded lace, silk organza and jacquard. The debut includes a first‑ever partnership with Mexico City veil house...
Pratt Institute to Honor Designer Korina Emmerich With the 2026 Pratt Fashion Visionary Award
Pratt Institute will honor Indigenous designer Korina Emmerich with the 2026 Pratt Fashion Visionary Award, recognizing her work that fuses cultural heritage with climate‑justice design. Emmerich, founder of Emme Studio, has led initiatives such as Indigenous New York Fashion Week and held leadership...
Pattern Beauty Moves Into Its Next Chapter
Pattern Beauty, the Tracee Ellis Ross‑founded hair‑care brand, announced a strategic shift toward brand awareness after six years of rapid growth. Co‑CEO Christiane Pendarvis said the company is moving beyond its start‑up phase, expanding its product line into body care...
Adriano Goldschmied, ‘Godfather of Denim,’ Dies at 82
Adriano Goldschmied, the Italian designer dubbed the “godfather of denim,” died at 82 after a battle with cancer. Over a five‑decade career he created premium denim labels like Daily Blue and co‑founded iconic brands such as Diesel and Replay through his...
Halle Berry Puts a Sophisticated Spin on Chunky Leather Clogs in Paris
Actress Halle Berry was spotted in Paris wearing black studded leather clogs from Ancient Greek Sandals, pairing them with a burnt‑orange coat and casual denim. The chunky, 70 mm block‑heel clogs feature gold studs and a sling‑back strap, highlighting the resurgence...
Halsey Goes Gothic Glam in a Black Lace Dress for the “Our Hero, Balthazar” Premiere
Halsey attended the Los Angeles premiere of “Our Hero, Balthazar” in a black lace midi dress by New York label Sea. The polyester seersucker gown featured a plunging neckline, scalloped lace trim and cap sleeves, paired with black suede pumps and minimal...
Mumumelon: The ‘Shameless’ Dupe Challenging Lululemon’s Sustainable Image
A creative climate studio called Serious People launched Mumumelon, a satirical pop‑up that mimics Lululemon’s aesthetic while touting a zero‑carbon supply chain. The stunt, staged in London’s Marylebone district, showcased about 40 wind‑ and solar‑powered garments made by Community Clothing...
Ratification of EU-US Trade Deal Could Be Imminent Amid White House’s Latest Tariff Adjustments
The United States has revised tariffs on metals and pharmaceuticals, signaling a possible ratification of the long‑awaited EU‑U.S. trade agreement. New duties cap pharma tariffs at 15% for the EU, Japan, South Korea and 10% for the UK, while steel...
Everlane Plans to Relocate to L.A. Amid Rent Dispute in San Francisco
Everlane announced it will relocate its headquarters from San Francisco to Los Angeles, consolidating operations by August. The move follows a lawsuit from its landlord over $51,273 in unpaid rent for its Folsom Street office. The company says it will...
EXCLUSIVE: The Rolling Stones Rework Their Iconography With Paly
Iconic rock band The Rolling Stones have teamed with Los Angeles‑based label Paly and Universal’s Bravado to launch a limited‑edition 10‑piece apparel capsule that reimagines the band’s classic imagery. The collection, featuring T‑shirts, hoodies and accessories, draws from six decades...
Saks Global Secures $500M in Financing, Expects to Exit Bankruptcy This Summer
Saks Global has secured a $500 million senior secured bondholder financing package that will be available when the luxury retailer exits Chapter 11 this summer. The company has been streamlining operations, shuttering most Saks Off 5th stores, liquidating its off‑price e‑commerce platform and...
EXCLUSIVE: Lindsay Arnold’s The Movement Club Launches Its First Home Exercise Tool
Lindsay Arnold’s The Movement Club introduced the Everything Band, an 11‑loop, multilevel resistance band priced at $35 that can replace a range of traditional gym equipment. The band supports over 100 movements and is paired with a four‑week, low‑impact Tone Program...
ThredUp’s 2026 Resale Report Sees Secondhand Hitting $393B by 2030
ThredUp’s 2026 Resale Report projects the global secondhand apparel market to hit $393 billion by 2030, expanding at a 9 % CAGR and outpacing new‑apparel growth. In the United States, resale is expected to reach $78.8 billion, growing four times faster than overall...
Designer Mark Thomas Is Leaving Carven
Paris‑based fashion house Carven announced that design director Mark Thomas will leave after roughly a year to pursue other opportunities. Thomas, who joined in 2023 and helped revive the brand’s identity, oversaw a period of strong sales growth following his...
EXCLUSIVE: Loewe Is Celebrating Songkran With a New Campaign
Loewe has launched a Songkran‑themed campaign featuring Thai celebrities, promoting its spring Paula’s Ibiza collection and an exclusive Dok Khoon charm. The visuals blend water‑related motifs with the Thai New Year’s cleansing rituals, while the charm is sold only in Loewe’s...
Prada Mode to Travel to New York’s Hotel Chelsea
Prada Mode’s 14th edition, titled “Satellites II,” will occupy New York’s Hotel Chelsea from June 3‑7, 2026, coinciding with the Tribeca Festival. The event blends art, film and gaming through collaborations with director Nicolas Winding Refn and game creator Hideo Kojima. The first two days are invitation‑only,...
Isle of Monday, New Vintage Rental Platform, Launches
Isle of Monday, a New York‑based on‑demand rental platform for unsigned, designer and archival vintage fashion, launched after building a 30,000‑person waitlist and 15,000 beta users. The company sources 40% of its inventory outright and 60% via revenue‑sharing partnerships, offering...
Iris Ventures Sets Next Edition of Glow Up, Its Beauty and Wellness Accelerator
Iris Ventures announced the fourth edition of its Glow Up accelerator, a five‑week online program for female founders launching April 23. The curriculum covers retail strategy, brand positioning, global operations, fundraising, and M&A preparation, with sessions led by experts such as McKinsey...
Peachy Secures Investment From Stride Consumer Partners, Eyes Nationwide Expansion
Peachy, a Botox‑focused clinic chain, secured investment from Stride Consumer Partners. Founded in 2019, the company now operates 15 locations across six cities and reported over 60% revenue growth last year while expanding from 12 to 15 studios. Stride, known...
PVH’s Step-by-Step Approach Tops Q4 Earnings Expectations
PVH Corp. posted a strong fourth‑quarter finish, delivering adjusted earnings per share of $3.82 and an adjusted operating margin of 11.7 percent, both well above analyst expectations. Revenue rose 6 percent to $2.5 billion, while the company’s direct‑to‑consumer share grew to 50 percent of...
Kate Nishimura, Angela Velasquez to Lead Sourcing Journal Editorial
Fairchild Media Group announced that Kate Nishimura, deputy editor, and Angela Velasquez, executive editor of SJ Denim, will co‑lead Sourcing Journal’s editorial content. The duo will steer the publication’s strategy across trade, labor, sustainability, material innovation, logistics and AI topics....
Charles Tyrwhitt Names Luke Donald Global Sports Ambassador
Charles Tyrwhitt has appointed European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald as its global sports ambassador, marking the brand’s first professional golfer partnership. Donald will front the summer “Summer’s in Swing” campaign launching in May and represent the label at corporate and...
Alix Earle Brings the White Shoe Trend to Mule Territory in Jimmy Choo Ahead of Reale Actives Launch
Alix Earle stepped onto the "Today" set wearing Jimmy Choo’s $895 white‑patent Brigitte Mule, extending the crisp white‑shoe trend into the mule category. Her look, paired with a leopard‑print coat, arrived a day before the launch of her acne‑focused skin‑care line, Reale Actives....
Olivia Munn Brings Paris Texas’ Celebrity-Favorite Lidia Mules to ‘Good Morning America’
Olivia Munn appeared on Good Morning America wearing Paris Texas' black‑patent Lidia mule, a $745 high‑heel that has become a celebrity favorite. The Lidia line, noted for its sleek backless silhouette and stiletto heel, has been spotted on stars such...
EXCLUSIVE: Vacation Gets Fresh Funding From VMG Partners
Vacation, the boutique sunscreen brand, has secured a fresh minority investment from VMG Partners, though the deal size remains undisclosed. The brand reported 2025 net sales between $60 million and $75 million. Known for nostalgic branding, fragrance‑infused formulas, and collectible packaging, Vacation...
Zendaya Breaks From Bridal Whites With Black So Kate Pumps in Rome
Zendaya stepped onto Rome’s Campidoglio wearing black Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps, breaking her recent streak of white‑shoe looks on the “The Drama” press tour. The satin‑black stilettos feature the brand’s iconic red sole, a pointed toe and a 120 mm slender heel....
