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LYCRA and Browzwear Enter Partnership to Save Time, Reduce Waste
08/04/2022
When it comes to wearing clothes, one of the highest virtues is simplicity. When it comes to making them, it’s efficiency. And now The LYCRA Company, the global textile giant, plans to make that a lot easier for designers thanks to a new partnership with Browzwear, a pioneer of 3D software for the apparel industry.
Industry Focus: Textiles, Fiber & Yarn - Textile Experts Weigh In on Sustainability and Circularity, Transparency and Accountability
08/04/2022
At the foundation of every garment is a choice regarding fabrication. This commitment to a certain textile that relies on specific fibers helps to tell the story of a collection.
Leading Internet Retailer Spiraledge Secures $8 Million Loan From RBC
08/04/2022
Republic Business Credit has provided another company with the funds it needs to not only succeed but also grow.
3M Develops New Yarn to Enhance Outdoor-Wear Properties
08/04/2022
Adding to its evolving mix of textile solutions, 3M has introduced 3M-Specified Water Repellent Greige Yarn, which joins its other fabric-based innovations including 3M Thinsulate Insulation and Scotchgard Protector.
Catherine Gee Illustrates Growth, Brand Evolution With Fall 2022 Collection
08/04/2022
For her Fall 2022 collection, Santa Barbara, Calif.–based Catherine Gee expanded upon her signature looks to embrace the cool-weather urban woman. Staying true to her aesthetic, she has created new ways to wear Catherine Gee.
Art Hearts Fashion Hosts Largest Miami Swim Week Calendar
08/04/2022
Miami Swim Week Powered by Art Hearts Fashion held a week of runway shows and VIP events July 10–17 at six of Miami’s most iconic venues.
FCI Fashion School Celebrates a Long-Awaited Return of Creativity
08/04/2022
FCI Fashion School held its student fashion show July 26 at The New Mart in downtown Los Angeles, its first runway show since the March 2020 lockdown due to COVID-19.
Texworld New York City, Apparel Sourcing New York City and Home Textiles Sourcing Return to In-Person for Summer 2022 Edition
08/02/2022
Held July 19–21 at the Javits Center, Texworld New York City, Apparel Sourcing New York City and Home Textiles Sourcing celebrated a successful summer 2022 edition, featuring thousands of fabrics and garments from hundreds of global textile manufacturers and suppliers and drawing thousands of new and returning attendees to the show floor for networking, sourcing and education.
Preface Brings a New Show Experience to Its Latest Edition
08/01/2022
The Fall/Winter 2023 edition of Preface was held July 27–28 at The Clara, a photography studio in the Arts District of Los Angeles, where designers gathered for a glimpse into fashion’s future.
New York Fabric Show Hosts Designer Brands, Emerging Designers and Startups
08/01/2022
The New York Fabric Show was held July 20–21 at the New Yorker Hotel and, after the lifting of COVID travel restrictions, was able to welcome back Canadian exhibitors Gordon Fabrics, Kendor Textiles, Telio and Zinman Textiles.
Solstiss Returns to L.A. With a New Showroom
07/28/2022
Fashion goes round and round in cycles, which is not so different from the way Earth orbits the sun. Solstiss may sound like the twice-annual event that occurs at the height of summer and depth of winter, but this kind of solstice is perennial.
Roy G. Takes Tie-Dye to the Next Level
07/28/2022
What do you wear when sitting around the house listening to Jimi Hendrix and burning patchouli incense? The answer comes from Roy G., a new “sofa to street” loungewear brand designed in Brooklyn and made in L.A. whose specialty is psychedelic silk in acid colors straight from the days of Woodstock and the Summer of Love.
Dalia MacPhee Takes Flight With Fall 2022 Collection
07/28/2022
For her Fall 2022 collection, Dalia MacPhee juxtaposed her elegant pieces against a unique backdrop of vintage aircraft to relay the enduring fight and strength of women.
La Plage Miami Brings French Fashion to Its Boutique-Style Show
07/28/2022
Launching July 14 at the Boulan South Beach with an evening opening reception, La Plage Miami continued through July 18 in the hotel’s penthouses. The curated collection of French fashion brands was presented with all the flair of Parisian couture set against the sun and sea of the location.
Hammock Returns to Miami in New Venue
07/28/2022
The New World Center in Miami Beach, Fla., welcomed Hammock July 16–18 along with the show’s new philosophy. Hammock was all about slow fashion, social responsibility, respect for the environment, inclusiveness and wellness.
Cabana Opens a Portal Into the New World of Swim
07/28/2022
Cabana was held July 16–18 at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Fla., to retail buyers in search of what’s next, and they were not disappointed.
Coterie Brings Glamour Back to the Eden Roc
07/28/2022
Destination:Miami by Coterie was held July 16–18 at the iconic Eden Roc in Miami Beach, Fla. This famed hotel, built in 1955, has an impressive history welcoming guests such as Frank Sinatra and Elizabeth Taylor among the impressive list of stars who graced this stunning Miami beach resort.
SportsOneSource Transitions to SGB Media07/21/2016
New site brings entire scope and depth of SGB Media content ? including SGB Updates, SGB Today, SGB Magazine and SGB Executive ? to one place on a modern and mobile-adaptive platform. ...
Athletic Dealers of America Reach Rebates Milestone07/18/2016
The Athletic Dealers of America shared at its recent Buying Show in Orlando, FL that the group has surpassed the $1 million mark in rebates distributed to its members for 2015... ...
Under Armour Spends $70.3 Million on New Headquarters Site07/17/2016
Under Armour has closed on a $70.3 million deal to purchase the land for its new headquarters along Baltimore's waterfront......
Nike Appoints VP of Running07/17/2016
Nike Inc. announced that Steve Lesnard will become VP, GM of global running, succeeding Patrick Seehafer who will become VP, Europe Merchandising... ...
Tory Sport Expands to Honolulu07/17/2016
Tory Burch’s activewear brand Tory Sport is scouting a retail location in Honolulu... ...
STYR Converts Health & Fitness Data into Customized Supplements07/17/2016
STYR Labs is bringing together activity tracking and nutrition supplement recommendation via kits that deliver personalized nutrition solutions......
Whoop Expands Market From Elites to Consumers07/17/2016
Whoop will begin marketing its wearable performance optimization system to consumers in time for the 2016 holiday season... ...
Planet Fitness to Open Second Club in Columbus07/17/2016
Planet Fitness, a health club franchise known for its “Judgement Free Zone,” plans to to open its second location in Columbus, GA......
Callaway Golf Staff Pro Cards Championship Record07/17/2016
Callaway Golf Company congratulated Staff Professional Henrik Stenson for becoming Champion Golfer Of The Year... ...
Rack Room Launches Real People Project Campaign07/17/2016
Rack Room Shoes for more than a decade has featured real customers ? instead of professional models ? in all of its seasonal advertisements, selected through the retailer’s annual Models Wanted contes...
MURF Electric Bikes Hires Ally Losness as Marketing Director08/16/2022
Losness brings over a decade of brand launch and growth experience.
New Fox Owner on Integration Plans08/16/2022
We talk with Vista Outdoor CEO Chris Metz about the Fox acquisition and how Vista manages the brands in its portfolio. Plus, former Fox owner Altamont Capital Partners rewarded rank-and-file Fox employees after the sale.
Roark Partners with Mami Wata08/16/2022
Roark is hosting a pop up shop and gallery installation at its Berkeley flagship store.
Burton Announces Winner of Design Your Pride08/16/2022
The winner's collection will be available in Spring 2023.
Photos from Waterman?s 202208/15/2022
Industry leaders turned out for SIMA’s annual Waterman’s event at The Ranch in Laguna Beach Saturday night.
Surf Expo Attracts a Diverse Group of Retail Buyers to September Show08/15/2022
Surf Expo currently has more than 4,800 buyers from more than 2,600 companies registered to attend the September show.
Alterra Mountain Company Elevates Its Commitment to Social Responsibility08/15/2022
The company has appointed new executive heads of its sustainability, DEI, and community foundation efforts.
Etnies Premieres STUNTS08/15/2022
The East Coast Skate Edit features Barney Page, Nick Garcia, Julian Lewis and Aidan Campbell.
Brand Heavyweights Join Deodorant Maker Hume Supernatural08/15/2022
Hires from Sun Bum, Vuori and Stance to support expansion of the brand.
Chapter 1 ? Don’t Call Me a Consultant08/12/2022
New Balance, Billabong, RVCA, Quiksilver, Zumiez, and Blue Tomato have entrusted me to help strengthen their sustainability programs.
16th Annual Nissan Super Girl Surf Pro Returns to Oceanside Pier08/12/2022
The televised event is the largest female surf contest in the world.
Greg Manning to Build-up the Blaupunkt E-bike Business in North America08/12/2022
The Blaupunkt Competence Center North America is launching a portfolio of foldable E-bikes.
Pro Surfer Conner Coffin?s Documentary World Premiere Event Recap08/12/2022
805 Beer hosted the world premiere of the 805 Beer documentary - “Mind Surfing: The Conner Coffin Story” in Huntington Beach at the Vans US Open of Surfing. Special guests joined the professional surfer Conner Coffin including: Kaipo Guerrero, Greyson Fletcher, Grant Noble, Tyler Bereman, Erik Logan, Anya Violet, Jordan Small, Rob McCullough. Firestone Walker Brewing Company CMO Dustin Hinz a...
Quiksilver Celebrates 50th Anniversary Special Release of “Five Summer Stories”08/12/2022
More screenings will be taking place over the next few months across more than 50 theaters in the U.S. and Canada.
Crazy Apparel Expands Retail Presence in Eastern and Western United States 08/12/2022
The Fall/Winter 2022 collection will arrive at Crazy authorized dealers this fall.
Hydro Flask Announces Sustainability Improvements and GHG Emissions Goals08/12/2022
The brand rolls out new FSC-certified packaging and aims to cut emissions by appx. 46% by 2030.
Pacsun Partners with the First Ever Virtual Influencer, Miquela08/12/2022
Pacsun and Miquela will collaborate on social content, amplifying the brand’s back-to-school and 2022 holiday campaigns.
Retail Check In: 17th Street Surf Shop08/12/2022
17th Street is a high volume industry account with two stores in North Carolina and four stores in Virginia. Partner Tyler Brown discusses sales, category and inventory trends.
OTIS Eyewear Releases Latest Imogen Caldwell Collection08/11/2022
This is the third time OTIS have worked with Imogen Caldwell.
Exploring New Mountains with Paralympian Snowboarder Brittani Coury10/02/2019
Whether you ski, snowboard, ride one of those goofy snow bikes — exploring a new mountain is always a thrill, and that’s no different for adaptive athletes. Brittani Coury, the 2018 Winter Paralympic silver medalist in banked slalom, trains all year at Snowbird, and rarely gets the opportunity to ride the world-class mountains nearby. Last Read More
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Why North Cascades National Park Is the Perfect Place for Beginner Trail Runners10/02/2019
If you’re at all familiar with North Cascades National Park you might think that it’d be a fairly difficult place for a new trail runner to visit. Its rugged landscape and jagged peaks mean the trails are often at several thousand feet of elevation and deep in the backcountry. However, there’s more to this park Read More
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Paddling Through Cancer10/01/2019
Casi Rynkowski is no stranger to the sport of standup paddling. Since 2007, she has been training athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and individuals focused on converting to a healthier lifestyle through her adventure fitness business. An AFAA certified personal trainer and ACA level 2 SUP instructor, Rynkowski has spent the past decade living the dream and Read More
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Virginia?s Upper James River: Paddling, Discovery and Solitude Awaits09/30/2019
At the confluence of forgotten history, scenic mountain wilderness and world-class paddling lies the headwaters of America’s founding river: The James. Nestled deep in Virginia’s rolling Blue Ridge Mountains, we were in the midst of a three-day paddling adventure on the magnificent Upper James River Water Trail. While the lower sections of the James River feature Read More
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When a Camp Mattress Claims It?s the Most Comfortable Ever – And It Is09/30/2019
There are a thousand reasons to love camping – but for most people, a good night’s rest isn’t one of them. A lucky few find a restrictive sleeping bag and an inch-thick sleeping pad a sufficient substitute for their bed at home. The rest of us enjoy a star-filled sky, a meditative campfire, crisp morning Read More
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10 Reasons Why Nova Scotia Should Be Your Next Adventure Destination09/27/2019
Get this outdoor enthusiast's haven on your radar ... before everyone else does.
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Field Tested: Alpacka?s Oryx Tandem Packraft Canoe09/27/2019
From the get-go I understood the allure of the packraft: incredibly lightweight boats you can realistically carry into the boonies on a hike, hunt or adventure, and then paddle back out down a river system or across a lake. Pack out a moose, cross an unfordable river, hike to a headwaters and paddle down, fly Read More
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Is Canada Getting a New World-Class Wave Pool?09/27/2019
As a venue for Championship Tour surfing, wave pools leave plenty to desire. From an event in laughable 2-foot slop in Allentown, Pennsylvania in the ’80s, to groomed 4-foot perfection at The Surf Ranch Experiment of 2018/2019, something feels amiss watching the world’s best compete in a controlled environment. But as a venue for the Read More
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Tony Hawk on Why the Olympics Snubbed Vert Skating09/26/2019
Traditional vert is dead, at least to the Olympics. As detailed in our Olympics: Fact From Fiction article last month, neither vert nor mega ramp will be represented in Tokyo next year. Instead, the two “disciplines” will be “park” and “street.” The reasons behind the decision – participation rates, accessibility, gender equity – are well Read More
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A Vancouver Island Travel Guide: Surfing, Craft Beer, Caves and Epic Hiking09/25/2019
You're only a ferry ride away from one of the coolest playgrounds in North America.
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Sit Skier Trevor Kennison Charges at Winter Park09/25/2019
When you think of a sit skier, you likely don’t see one sending huge cliffs, charging mogul lines, airing massive kickers in the park, or bombing down a slalom course. When Trevor Kennison thinks of skiing, however, he thinks, “Oh you hit that? I’m going to do that same exact thing.” Kennison can’t use his Read More
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2019?s Best Ski Movie Trailers09/24/2019
Ski movie season is upon us and with that comes a horde of trailers showing off every company’s latest efforts at movie making. Level 1 – “Romance” Denver, CO premiere was Sept. 21 with digital purchase available shortly after. Bozeman & SLC premiere tickets are also available, with those premieres happening on Sept. 26 & Read More
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Field Tested: Jetboil?s Genesis Basecamp System09/23/2019
Camp stoves have always been a bit of an odd fit for me. A no-brainer if we’re running rafts, when we carry the big Coleman two-burner and a small propane tank. But scaling down to sea kayak we traditionally packed aboard a couple of backpacking stoves. Some years, it’s butane cylinders, others it’s white gas, Read More
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Gear News: Parks Project Releases Collaboration With California State Parks Foundation09/23/2019
On Monday, Parks Project released a limited “State Parks of California” collection that celebrates and embraces the wonderful state parks of the Golden State. The ten-piece collection includes soft goods such as a fleece sweatshirt, several graphic tees, and a hat, as well as other limited products including a ceramic mug and a “Native Plants Read More
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The Ultimate Guide to Surfing at Night09/23/2019
As a pursuit, surfing has an array of limitations – perhaps more than any other physical activity. Winds, swell, summer blackballing, work, etc. constantly conspire to curtail our sessions. Besides surf conditions/quality, however, opportunities to paddle out are perhaps most restricted by the amount of hours of daylight at any given time during the year–especially Read More
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Are You Ready for the 2019 Distinguished Gentleman?s Ride?09/23/2019
Welcome to 2019’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride (DGR) – an annual charity motorcycle ride that now takes place in more than 700 cities across 110 countries around the world. And on Sunday, Sept. 29, ladies and gentlemen (120,000 riders to be exact) will dawn their most dapper outfits, saddle up on their classic-meets-vintage styled motorcycles, and Read More
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Get Your Tickets for SNOWBOARDER Magazine?s ?Cold Front? Movie Premiere Tour 201909/20/2019
The Cold Front Tour returns for 2019 to kick off winter on a big screen near you. SNOWBOARDER Magazine is hitting the road, with generous support from 10 Barrel Brewing, to share our latest films with the masses in order to celebrate the advent of the winter season. Each tour stop will feature a selection Read More
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Caroline Gleich, Jeremy Jones and Tommy Caldwell Take a Stand for Climate Action at Capitol Hill09/20/2019
Last week in Washington, D.C., the Capitol got a dose of a different kind of environmental activism brought to its stairs and into the courtroom. Professional athletes from various disciplines spoke on behalf of the outdoor industry, offering a unique perspective on climate change as those whose livelihood put them at the forefront of our Read More
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The Skiing in Slovenia Has the Magic of a Fairytale09/19/2019
On a 200-foot side-step above an ancient single chair, Nika Radjenovič traverses the apron of a jagged peak towering overhead. Mini cyclones swirl around her boots as she moves past limestone formations dusted with fresh snow. Shallow bowls of powder unfold below her skis in the early morning sun she hadn’t expected to see in Read More
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A List of DIY Repair Tools That Are Essential for Roadlife09/19/2019
Picture this: You’re driving a highway somewhere in West Texas, when all of a sudden, lights start flashing on the dashboard and there is a funny smell wafting from the engine compartment. You pull over and pop the hood, only to find fluids leaking incessantly and smoke billowing. It sounds like quite the situation, but Read More
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How to Paddle From Tampa to the Heart of Florida in One Day09/19/2019
This article and video were produced in partnership with Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, which reminds you to leave no trace when you Enjoy Outdoors. Just over an hour due north of downtown Tampa is the Chassahowitzka River and a spring-fed float through what Florida looked like before Floridians. Surrounded by protected wetlands and wildlife refuges, Read More
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Conquering the Summit with Marine Veteran Phil Quintana09/18/2019
For Phil Quintana, skiing the full mountain matters. Topping out at Alpine Meadows to tackle open-bowl turns is not an intermediate goal to be dismissed. Quintana has the added challenge of needing to do it on one ski. After losing his leg as a result of injuries sustained during his 2005 deployment in Afghanistan, the Read More
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Why Is There So Much Trash on Top of El Capitan?09/18/2019
It’s late September in Yosemite Valley when the Climber Stewards and several volunteers made their way to the top of El Capitan. “El Cap” as it’s known to climbers, is a 3,000-foot wall of granite and a defining feature in Yosemite Valley. El Cap is one of the most popular climbing destinations in the world Read More
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Fox US Open of Mountain Biking; Photo Gallery09/18/2019
September 15, 2019 (Big Bear, CA) – Held at Snow Summit Resort in Big Bear Lake, CA for the first time, 700 athletes and 4,000 people from around the world gathered for the Fox US Open of Mountain Biking this weekend. Spectators enjoyed the full slate of events from the Dual Slalom, GT Bicycles Enduro Read More
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An Oregon Road Trip: Hiking, Camping, and Skateboarding Across the Beaver State09/17/2019
Forget the pains of planning your trip, we have worked out the kinks in advance and even left enough wiggle room to turn it into an adventure all your own.
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Cynthia Cook Brides, David Yurman & Vogue Celebrate Weddings04/10/2017
Cynthia Cook Smith hosted 15 brides-to-be at the David Yurman boutique in Beverly Hills to showcase the wedding jewelry collection. Guests tried on pieces from three vignettes of jewelry and got advice from Cynthia on how to style for their upcoming wedding day.
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Beyoncé and More Stars Who Ruled the Pregnancy Bump Reveal02/01/2017
Beyoncé is pregnant with twins—a revelation that shook the Internet, when the star casually dropped the news on Instagram this afternoon. “We are incredibly grateful that our family will be growing by two,” she wrote, her growing bump on full display, artfully surrounded by a vivid floral arrangement and lemon-yellow veil. The singer is one in a long line of celebrities that have ruled socia...
What Will Beyoncé Wear Now That She’s Pregnant?02/01/2017
While Beyoncé’s baby announcement today left little to the imagination—the pop singer revealed the impending birth of twins by posting a selfie dressed in nothing more than a sierra frilled bra top, tie dye hipster shorts, and a teal veil (the religious iconography is all there!)—there are still some things that remain to be seen. In addition to the sex of her new little ones, there’s the qu...
New York’s “One Book, One New York” Campaign Wants To Get The Entire City On The Same Page02/01/2017
New York may already be lauded for its legendary literary scene, but if the Mayor’s office has its way, those literary lions are about to get a whole lot more democratic. The New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) today announced a new initiative, “One Book, One NY” which will be fêted at a party with BuzzFeed tonight and which aims to get all of New York City on the ...
An Inside Peek at Ellen DeGeneres’s New Line for Pets02/01/2017
“After I launched my line for humans I realized that I was leaving a whole species out,” said Ellen DeGeneres on the launch of her brand ED by Ellen’s extension into the pet market. Working with PetSmart, DeGeneres is shrinking her playful designs to accommodate four-legged friends with more than 250 pieces starting at $4 (for a flat dog toy) and topping out at $50 (for a dog carrier). The s...
Meet the Skater-Slash-Model With Hood By Air in His Closet and Vetements on the Brain02/01/2017
Whether he’s goofing off in a convenience store or doing kick flips in a L.A. parking lot, Olan Prenatt is always decked out. That’s not to say that he wears wild, over-the-top embellishments or head-to-toe designer looks, but he’s got that special sartorial something that has caught the attention of labels like Gucci, Tommy Hilfiger, and Hugo Boss. Prenatt is a model on the rise with more t...
The Best Reactions to Beyoncé’s Pregnancy Announcement02/01/2017
In case you somehow missed it, Beyoncé is pregnant—with twins! The superstar made her announcement in, well, superstar fashion: kneeling in lingerie beneath an arbor of roses and under a pistachio-green tulle veil. Why? Why not? Knowles’s announcement—“We would like to share our love and happiness. We have been blessed two times over. We are incredibly grateful that our family will be growin...
Ukraine’s Influence on the Runway Is Bigger Than You Think02/01/2017
Mercedes-Benz Kiev Fashion Days, one of Ukraine’s two Fashion Weeks, kicks off today. The program has featured Ukrainian designers who have reached significant levels of success outside of Kiev, including names like Julie Paskal, who now shows at Paris Fashion Week, as well as Anna October, who has sold at Browns in London. But Ukrainian fashion, in the more traditional sense, has long had a...
Beyoncé Is Pregnant With Twins02/01/2017
Today, Beyoncé announced on her Instagram account that she and her husband, Jay Z, are expecting twins. The superstar posted an image of herself kneeling in front of a floral archway, swathed in a pale green veil. The image was somewhat bridal, and depicted the singer holding her growing belly while looking directly at the camera. Beyoncé wrote, “We would like to share our love and happiness...
Melania Trump Might Not Move to the White House After All02/01/2017
It’s been a week and a half since Donald Trump assumed office. While the spotlight-loving president has been front and center since then, doing prime-time interviews and signing executive orders in front of photographers, there have been few sightings of his wife, First Lady Melania Trump, in the public sphere. After the inauguration, the conspicuously private Mrs. Trump quickly returned to ...
Lady Gaga Is Back to Her Wild Fashion Ways, Just in Time for the Super Bowl02/01/2017
In case you haven’t heard, logomania is back. Brand loyalists are no longer shy about adorning themselves with prints and labels. Never one to do a trend by halves, Lady Gaga stepped out in Prague yesterday wearing the kind of in-your-face monogram that takes the idea to its ultimate conclusion. Spotted in a plush jumpsuit covered in Fendi’s interlocking Fs, Gaga turned a trip to walk her do...
The New York City Comedy Set Steps Out for a Screening of The Comedian02/01/2017
Comedy is all about timing—but then again, so is a great party. And last night, some of the biggest names in the business found themselves at the Museum of Modern Art at the exact right time for the Cinema Society’s screening of The Comedian. Starring Robert De Niro and directed by Taylor Hackford, the film—which has been described as part comedy and part drama—tells the story of Jackie Burk...
Everything You Need to Know About Snapchat’s Impending IPO02/01/2017
Name a bigger act of hubris than turning down $3 billion when you’re a 23-year-old college dropout. Imagine a more withering comment than saying such an offer “isn’t very interesting.” Then you’ll begin to understand why all eyes are on Snapchat cofounder Evan Spiegel this week, as his company’s expected to file an initial public offering for multinational company, Snap Inc., that’s been bre...
Zac Posen Is Taking His 15th Anniversary Collection Off the Runway02/01/2017
Those paying close attention to their fashion show invites noticed something unusual about Zac Posen’s when it arrived yesterday. The location of the designer’s February 14 show is none other than 13-17 Laight Street, the Tribeca studio he occupied for 13 years before moving his business to midtown. To celebrate his 15th anniversary, Posen is swapping the runway this season for a more intima...
5 Models Who Are Making Honey Brown Hair the New Scandinavian Signature02/01/2017
There was a time when the mere mention of Scandinavia conjured images of towheaded stunners and naturally platinum beauties—but a recent survey of modeling’s most recognizable faces tells a different story. These days, the same Danish catwalkers who dominate the industry also lead the pack for a new national signature in the form of their perfect golden brown hair color. Case in point: There...
Jennifer Lopez Proves Why a Scene-Stealing Ponytail Is All in the Details on Instagram02/01/2017
Well, hello to anyone who has risked the death-defying move of keeping a tight elastic on their wrist at all times. J.Lo has news for us: The reliably practical ponytail deserves much better. Consider Lopez’s next-level take in the style on Instagram last night: hair swept clean back, baby hairs groomed to face-framing perfection, a wraparound strand finishing the look, along with braided ...
Good News for True-Crime Fans: A New Serial-Produced Series Is on Its Way02/01/2017
Who can forget the great Serial obsession that took over late 2014? Week after week, thousands of people tuned in to find out whether or not Adnan Syed—a young man accused (and eventually convicted) of murdering his high school ex-girlfriend in Baltimore—was actually guilty of his crime. Serial’s enormous success helped relaunch the popularity of podcasts, as well as a number of copycats (as...
Bella Hadid, Camille Rowe, and Keke Palmer at the Dior Poison Club Fragrance Launch Party02/01/2017
With a week to go before the start of New York Fashion Week, the pretty young things are getting a head start on staying up late. Dior Beauty brought its Poison Club, a one-night-only soiree celebrating its latest fragrance, to New York hot spot and cool-kid staple Up & Down. Hosted by Camille Rowe, the evening’s invite might have called for everyone to come at 9:30, but the party was only g...
This Rising Hollywood Star Just Chopped Off Her Hair, With Game-Changing Results02/01/2017
If Haley Bennett has flown under your radar—read: anyone who missed her luminous performance in The Magnificent Seven—she certainly hasn’t escaped the fashion world’s attention. After channeling vintage Hollywood allure with her bedroom eyes and pillowy lips while sitting front row at shows like Ralph Lauren and Dior, the actress made a beauty power move that’s sure to catapult her into a ...
Meet Beyoncé’s New Ivy Park Girl Squad02/01/2017
When Beyoncé calls, you answer. And the superstar has made a habit of enlisting like-minded women for her many projects. In the case of Lemonade, that meant cameos from famous actresses or G.O.A.T. athletes (Serena Williams, we’re looking at you!), and for Ivy Park, her fashion-forward athleisure range, the same tenets apply. Launching the label’s second campaign with a series of fresh image...
Lucas Hedges on His Oscar Nod and More at the Opening Night of Yen02/01/2017
Lucas Hedges is grateful for his Academy Award nomination and for his role in MCC Theater’s off-Broadway production of Yen. The 20-year-old Brooklyn-born actor, who received a Best Supporting Actor nod for his heartbreaking performance in Manchester by the Sea, says that all the hoopla surrounding the Oscars was starting to affect him—and not in a good way. “I was beginning to go a little in...
Governor Cuomo Takes a Stand for Women’s Rights02/01/2017
A couple weeks ago, as the nation fretted about the imperiled future of the Affordable Care Act, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo made news by announcing a series of actions that would preserve parts of it by requiring New York state health insurers to cover the cost of contraception and medically necessary abortions. And yesterday Cuomo made another move to protect women’s health: He proposed...
Kanye and Kim Kardashian West Designed Their Daughter’s Adorable Ballet-Night Outfit02/01/2017
Like mother, like daughter, as the saying goes. It’s certainly true of Kim Kardashian West and her daughter, North, when it comes to fashion. The pair was seen at a performance of Swan Lake in New York City last night looking nothing short of chic. They sported oversize shearlings, both from Kanye West’s Yeezy line, with North upping the lo-fi outfit with a sequined skater silhouette dress. ...
Dakota Johnson’s Gucci Statement Coat Looks Even Better From the Back02/01/2017
Little Edie, is that you? Spotted last night outside the Bowery Hotel in lower Manhattan, Dakota Johnson donned a calf-grazing fur coat that recalled the old-world elegance of the Bouvier Beales before Grey Gardens. Johnson is in town to promote her latest film, Fifty Shades Darker, and has been ramping up her wardrobe with a few unexpected and stylish surprises. Her latest look is a perfect...
A Brief History of Raf Simons’s Storied Career in Fashion02/01/2017
Raf Simons has become one of fashion’s most central and celebrated figures since entering the industry in 1995, thanks to his work at his eponymous menswear label and stints as creative director at Jil Sander and Dior. In 2016, it was announced that the Belgian will be the next creative director of Calvin Klein, overseeing women’s and men’s ready-to-wear. To those familiar with Simons’s yout...
For the Love of the Protest: A Fighting Spirit Seeks a New Frequency02/01/2017
It isn’t just the profound afterglow of the Women’s March on Washington, though that has certainly rekindled my ardor. My love affair with demonstrations started long before that incredible Saturday in Washington. It began when I was so young I had to beg my parents to let me go to peace rallies, and I look back on their tolerance now with awe and gratefulness. Virtually none of my friends’ ...
DJ Steve Aoki Brings His Made-in-Japan Dim Mak Collection to New York Fashion Week: Men’s01/31/2017
Steve Aoki—the globe-trotting DJ and music producer—has “something new in the wheelhouse.” Enter: Dim Mak Collection, a streetwear line splinter of his Dim Mak record label and events production company, which he founded in 1996. If today’s presentation was an indicator of what Aoki is capable of, in terms of branding and buzz, then he may soon be just as recognized for his skill with a sket...
Moving in Together? The Freak-Out-Free Guide to Decorating Your Space01/31/2017
The lease is signed, you’ve handed in the keys to your old pad, and your boxes are packed. But before you can settle into cohabiting bliss, you may still have a few hurdles to overcome. “Decorating is such a stress point for couples,” says New Orleans–based interior designer Sara Ruffin Costello. “When you’re decorating rooms, it’s like working on any job together; you’ve got to come togethe...
The 23 Best Over-the-Knee Boots for Under $50001/31/2017
We’ve got Gigi Hadid to thank for kicking the over-the-knee-boot craze into overdrive. It was about a year ago when the model was first spotted in a pair of Stuart Weitzmans pulled up over skinny jeans, and since then she’s sported her now-signature shoe with everything from ribbed sweater dresses to denim cutoffs. Clearly, the all-occasion style is an accessory worth investing in. But for m...
Comfort Food for Trying Times: Julia Turshen’s Soul-Warming Chicken Soup01/31/2017
Beloved chef Julia Turshen has helped write some pretty legendary cookbooks in her time (Buvette, The Hot Bread Kitchen Cookbook, The Fat Radish Kitchen Diaries, and Gwyneth Paltrow’s It’s All Good, to name a few), but her best book yet may be her own. Since its release last September, Small Victories was named one of the best cookbooks of Fall 2016 by The New York Times, and for good reason...
How This Young Muslim Poet Uses Social Media and Clothes to Challenge Stereotypes01/31/2017
During these perilous times, when executive orders threaten human and civil rights, it seems almost improbable to call a selfie an active political intervention. Isn’t a snapshot from any number of the massive nationwide protests a more moving and selfless visual of resistance? But for Riya Hamid, a Brooklyn-based poet who hails from Chittagong, Bangladesh, social media visibility is, in fac...
At 63, Isabelle Huppert Has Become the Awards Season Style Star to Watch01/31/2017
Maria Grazia Chiuri’s vision for Christian Dior is heavy on girl power, but that doesn’t mean her designs are just for the under-30 crowd. At last night’s Lumières Awards in Paris, Isabelle Huppert stepped out in a gown straight from the Dior runway that was updated via a simple styling trick. Wearing a sheer top beneath her slip dress, the French actress made the summery ensemble seasonal...
Kendall Jenner and A$AP Rocky Make a Strong Case for Borrowing Clothes From Bae01/31/2017
Weekend shopping trips in Soho. Perusing the antique furniture stalls of Paris flea markets. Although there was no mention of sharing avocado toast at brunch, the reports swirling around Kendall Jenner and A$AP Rocky’s recent escapades are adding up to sound like a budding romance. Yes, that’s right: The supermodel-cum-clotheshorse and hip-hop’s most fashion-obsessed star have been photograp...
Hailey Baldwin Reveals a Fresh, New Shoulder-Length Cut on Instagram01/31/2017
It seems 2017 is the year of the sheared, layered chop—at least in the world of Hailey Baldwin. The model took to Instagram to share what looks to be a new cut and freshly snipped bangs, the straight style doubling as a study in geometry. Rather than opting for a blunt length or full-fringe look, Baldwin’s blanched, shoulder-skimming lengths center on angles and lines, with shorter strands...
Why Neon Is Having a Moment in Home Decor (And Everywhere Else)01/31/2017
Neon is clearly having a moment. You can thank, in part, La La Land, a film that washes Los Angeles in a cool Technicolor glow. Beyond its seductive qualities, the artistry and skill required to create neon works—the bending of tubes by hand into sinuous letters and forms—are also experiencing a resurgent appreciation. “I became enamored and obsessed with the way these signs are designed a...
How to Live Longer in 5 Easy Steps01/31/2017
What’s the secret to a longer life? For that, there’s a promising new body of scientific research that youth-seekers will find compelling. Here, five easy habits that might extend your lifespan—worth exploring. Go Vegan(-ish) Last summer, a group of Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital researchers revealed the hidden virtues of plant protein. After tracking more than 1...
Is Bella Hadid Borrowing From Gigi’s Closet?01/31/2017
Shared, borrowed, or stolen—swapping clothes between sisters is all part of the territory. Kendall and Kylie Jenner admit to regularly supplementing their own closets with items sourced from the other, and now another pair of siblings is continuing the trend. Models Gigi and Bella Hadid were spotted en route to Sunday brunch over the weekend, with Bella in what appeared to be a pair of butto...
5 Makeup Trends to Try Before You Turn 3001/31/2017
For some, turning 30 is a monumental event—one that’s marked by a certain no-tricks confidence that extends all the way to a newly pared down makeup bag. But before you’ve established a signature look, there is the gloriously experimental decade that’s known as your 20s: Now is the time to dip into pots of glitter pigment, embrace the cult cool of chic nail art, and scoop up that acid pink...
Watch Rihanna Make Her TV Debut in a Hitchcock-Worthy Cameo01/31/2017
Rihanna’s transition to Hollywood continues. On Tuesday, Entertainment Weekly released two exclusive images of the pop singer in her first-ever TV role in A&E’s horror series, Bates Motel. (The show, which explores the early life of Alfred Hitchcock’s crazed murderer, Norman Bates, was apparently a favorite of RiRi’s.) Last summer, Rihanna was cast as the doomed Marion Crane—aka the woman wh...
Yeezy Season 5 Is Coming to New York Fashion Week01/31/2017
After a much buzzed-about (in ways both good and bad) Season 4 show on Roosevelt Island, Kanye West’s Yeezy collection is returning to New York Fashion Week this February for its Season 5 iteration. According to a press blast, Yeezy will show on Wednesday, February 15, at 5:00 p.m., a slot between Anna Sui and Thom Browne, currently also occupied by Marchesa. Unlike past seasons, where West ...
Could Gigi Hadid’s Silver Boots Be a Supermodel Hit at New York Fashion Week?01/31/2017
Gigi Hadid’s shoe game is truly in a league of its own. After the supermodel wore Stuart Weitzman over-the-knee boots this time last year, stylish women followed in her footsteps the world over. In October, Hadid turned the trend up a notch when she unveiled her collection of hiking boot–style heels for the brand, telling Vogue.com she envisioned herself running around New York for inspirati...
Who Says Painting Can’t Be Political?01/31/2017
“To pay attention to someone can be a political act,” Aliza Nisenbaum says quietly. For the last four years, the artist has been painting portraits of undocumented immigrants (mostly from Mexico and Central America) in New York City, giving recognition and dignity to individuals who are often obliged to live in the shadows. Her work, in which sensitively rendered figures appear in brightly p...
8 Tips for Hosting the Chicest Super Bowl Party Ever01/31/2017
When it comes to entertaining successfully in the home, a number of important factors have to come together just right: the guest list, the playlist, the lighting, the decor, and, of course, the food. But a Super Bowl party belongs in a category all its own. Not only should it be a high-energy affair, but its many components must also appeal to both die-hard sports fans and football dilettan...
Princes William and Harry Have a Plan to Honor the 20th Anniversary of Princess Diana’s Death01/31/2017
At a time when you can’t bear to read the news, when every day—every hour—brings some fresh, terrifying development in American politics, it can be really nice to take a mental hop over the Atlantic and see what those royals are up to. (At this minute, the Windsors-as-diversion may even be validating their own existence to those who complain about how the monarchy is outdated. May God save t...
Oprah Winfrey Has an Amazing New Job01/31/2017
In the barrage of bad news, a beacon of light: Oprah Winfrey, the journalist, is returning to network television as a special contributor to CBS’s 60 Minutes, the network announced today. The gig likely means Oprah will report on several stories on the new season of the esteemed news magazine, beginning this fall. She joins the likes of Anderson Cooper and Charlie Rose, but as 60 Minutes’s e...
A Fresh Look at the History of Shakespeare Gardens01/31/2017
Over the centuries, Shakespeare gardens have endured as a beloved tradition among green-thumbed fans of The Bard. Traditionally, a Shakespeare garden aims to include every plant mentioned in the poet’s plays. A simple-enough idea, but dip into any one of his works, and you’ll soon find a myriad of lines that make this a rather tricky concept. While the practice of planting a Shakespeare Gard...
Bill Nye the Science Guy Talks Bow Ties, Skinny Jeans, and Lab Coats on the Day of His Big Runway Debut01/31/2017
The distance between Earth and Mars is averaged at about 225 million kilometers. The theoretical distance between the fashion world and the world of Bill Nye the Science Guy was just as vast until today. Menswear designer Nick Graham cast the beloved ’90s TV geek to narrate his Mars-themed galactic runway show for Fall 2017 (oh, and astronaut Buzz Aldrin has been chosen as the closing model)...
What Does Trump’s Messy Desk Say About Him?01/31/2017
Mark Twain, Steve Jobs, and Mark Zuckerberg have all been known for their messy desks. Now we can add President Donald Trump to that list. At the end of last week, he told Fox News’s Sean Hannity during an interview: “Look at my desk. Papers. You don’t see presidents with that on their desk.” The jury’s out on what having a messy desk actually means about your work style—and personality. Acc...
Rita Ora’s Makeunder Is a Beauty Game-Changer01/31/2017
Not too long ago, Rita Ora was synonymous with double doses of bleach and siren-red lipstick, a Technicolor pop princess with a more-is-more beauty philosophy to match. In the past year, though, the singer has gradually moved toward a deeper shade of golden blonde and traded in her inky arches for a feathery set of brushed brows. Her transformation didn’t end there: Yesterday, the singer was...
Brandon Maxwell and Riley Montana Talk Representation, Authenticity, and Filming in Detroit01/31/2017
For Brandon Maxwell, there are two kinds of fashion campaigns. “You can have a girl jump around and have everything beautiful, or you can choose to tell a human story that highlights someone you love,” says the designer. For his Spring 2017 campaign, Maxwell took the latter approach, enlisting close friend Riley Montana and filmmaker Jessy Price to create an immersive mini film detailing Mon...
Biden Signs $430 Billion Climate, Healthcare and Tax Bill08/16/2022
President Joe Biden on Tuesday signed into law a $430 billion bill that is seen as the biggest climate package in US history, designed to cut domestic greenhouse gas emissions as well as lower prescription drug prices.
Susan Plagemann Named President of WME Fashion08/16/2022
The Condé Nast veteran will oversee a fashion portfolio that includes Art and Commerce, IMG Fashion Events and Properties, IMG Models and The Wall Group.
Where to Invest in China08/16/2022
Luxury brands are optimising their store networks in the mainland to better target shoppers in both unconventional and prime locations amid an increasingly worrying outlook.
On Lifts Forecast on North America08/16/2022
Net sales will probably reach 1.1 billion Swiss francs ($1.2 billion) in 2022, up from a previous target of 1.04 billion Swiss francs, the Zurich-based company said in a statement Tuesday.
Watches of Switzerland More Cautious After Strong First Quarter08/16/2022
Luxury watch retailer Watches of Switzerland expects a potentially more challenging trading environment in the second half of its current financial year, it said on Tuesday, as tough economic conditions impact spending patterns.
Juicy Couture Owner Authentic Brands Buys Ted Baker08/16/2022
The group has agreed to buy Ted Baker in a deal worth roughly £211 million ($254 million), ending months of speculation over the fate of the British fashion group.
H&M Back to China’s Tmall After Cancellation Over Xinjiang08/16/2022
The online store, which has more than 14 million subscribers, is now available on the marketplace owned by Alibaba Group Holding Ltd.
Will the Luxury Party Last?08/15/2022
Top luxury brands delivered strong first half results, propelled by a buoyant US market, a return to European travel and a cheap euro, but risks remain, writes Pierre Mallevays.
A Veteran Beauty Executive’s Next Act: Men’s Skin Care Guru08/15/2022
With his new brand Atwater, industry veteran Chris Salgardo wants to be a face men can trust with their skin care.
Report: ABG Expected to Announce £200 Million Ted Baker Acquisition08/15/2022
The Licensing firm is expected to reveal it has finalised a deal to purchase the London-based fashion brand for around £200 million.
Richemont Says Ex-Bulgari CEO Is ‘Inappropriate’ for Board08/15/2022
The group urged shareholders to vote against activist investor Bluebell’s proposal to appoint Francesco Trapani to the board because he is too closely associated with arch-rival LVMH.
How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome in Fashion08/15/2022
BoF Careers speaks to academics and industry professionals to understand how fashion can better alleviate the pervasive psychological — and environmental — experience.
China Factory Orders Drop in Ominous Sign for Global Outlook08/15/2022
Orders from overseas customers are drying up, with some predicting the best they can aim for is flat demand versus last year, according to more than a dozen export managers interviewed by Bloomberg News.
The Best Jobs on BoF Careers08/15/2022
BoF compiles the most exciting career opportunities now available on BoF Careers — including jobs from Burberry, Marine Serre and Kaleidoscope Consulting.
What Fashion Retail Professionals Need to Know Today08/15/2022
BoF Careers provides essential sector insights for fashion professionals in retail this month, to help you decode fashion’s retail landscape.
Rethinking Luxury’s Relationship With Black Consumers08/14/2022
Black Americans have long been avid buyers of high-end goods. Now their expectations are shifting, with important implications for brands.
Coup will prompt re-evaluation of Myanmar sourcing02/04/2021
Tough American government sanctions against Myanmar, and a re-evaluation of Myanmar as a stable sourcing partner are among potential repercussions of the recent coup.
Here's why companies source apparel from Myanmar02/04/2021
With Myanmar in the spotlight following this week's military coup, Dr Sheng Lu, associate professor in Fashion and Apparel Studies at the University of Delaware, takes a look at the country's clothing industry and export trends.
French Connection soars on takeover approaches02/05/2021
Shares in French Connection Group remained up by more than 70% this afternoon (5 February) after the fashion retailer confirmed it has received two separate takeover approaches.
H&M probes India supplier over worker harassment claims02/04/2021
H&M has begun a probe into allegations of harassment at one of its supplier factories in India after a female worker was killed on her way home from work and a supervisor arrested in connection with the crime.
Blockchain start-up Retraced raises another EUR1m in funding02/04/2021
German tech start-up Retraced has raised EUR1m (US$1.2m) in seed funding to help grow its blockchain based supply chain management platform for fashion.
Ugg demand drives record Q3 for Deckers Brands02/05/2021
US footwear group Deckers Brands has reported a record third-quarter performance, boosted by sales at the Ugg and Hoka One One brands.
Leather Impact Accelerator to drive more responsible supply02/05/2021
Textile Exchange has launched Version 0.1 of its Leather Impact Accelerator (LIA), a package of tools and concepts aimed at creating a more responsible leather supply chain.
Hohenstein approved as Green Button certification body02/05/2021
The German government has authorised testing services provider Hohenstein to verify compliance for its Green Button certification for sustainable textiles.
More restructuring at Ralph Lauren as Q3 profits slide02/04/2021
Luxury company Ralph Lauren has announced new restructuring actions, including plans to consolidate its global offices, after third quarter net income slid 64% on a sales hit resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Top stories this week on just-style...02/05/2021
Top stories this week on just-style include a look at the potential impact the military coup in Myanmar will have on the garment sector, and how shipping bottlenecks between Asia and the rest of the world continue to cause problems for industry supply chains. Fashion-Enter CEO Jenny Holloway outlines her plans for 2021 and explains why it's so crucial to bridge the fashion skills gap in the UK,...
US Q4 in brief - Kohl's, Columbia Sportswear, Skechers, Levi Strauss01/28/2021
The latest fourth-quarter filings from US apparel and footwear brands and retailers show while some companies are beginning to recover from the market disruption caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, others are continuing to struggle.
Tapestry Q2 on a trajectory to recovery02/04/2021
Tapestry Inc, the owner of brands including Coach and Kate Spade, has booked a 4% jump in second quarter net income to US$311m from $299m a year earlier, which it attributes to the successful execution of its turnaround efforts.
Sympatex to use bio-based Arnitel in sportswear membranes02/05/2021
The DSM Engineering Materials business of Dutch conglomerate Royal DSM has partnered with functional fabric specialist Sympatex Technologies to develop a new thermoplastic elastomer that offers a more sustainable solution for sportswear.
Waters promoted to CEO of Victoria's Secret business02/04/2021
The CFO of L Brands and interim CEO of the Victoria's Secret business, Stuart Burgdoerfer, has announced his intention to retire.
Brands being urged to stick with Myanmar suppliers02/04/2021
Brands worldwide are being urged to maintain their orders with Myanmar's suppliers, at least in the short term, despite the military toppling state counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi from power.
Fashion 'dangerously dependent' on fossil fuels02/03/2021
A new report says the fashion industry has become "dangerously dependent" on cheap synthetic fibres which are heavily reliant on fossil fuels, and is urging the European Union to act to slow fashion consumption.
Canopy founder granted US$3m in climate award win02/04/2021
Nicole Rycroft, founder and executive director of Canada-based environmental non-profit Canopy, is to receive a US$3m grant after being named as one of the two recipients of this year's Climate Breakthrough Award.
Boardriders taps VF Corp exec Arne Arens as new CEO02/04/2021
Boardriders Inc, a global action sports and lifestyle company that owns the Quiksilver, Billabong, and DC Shoes brands, has named former VF Corp executive Arne Arens as incoming CEO.
Natural Fiber Welding builds dedicated Mirum production facility02/04/2021
US-based sustainable materials start-up Natural Fiber Welding (NFW) has announced 110,000 square feet of new manufacturing space for production of its Mirum plant-based leather.
Saitex takes holistic approach to social project02/04/2021
Vietnam denim manufacturer Saitex has launched a new social entrepreneurship project and production line for people from disadvantaged backgrounds or who are differently-abled.
The Latest ?Hot Girl? Accessory? A Bike, Of Course08/16/2022
When it comes to bikes, what’s not to like? They let you zoom through traffic, get exercise, and do the environment a favour. But how do you make something so practical look cute? Let the cyclists at Copenhagen Fashion Week lead the way. The chic crowd showing up on their bikes proved to us that […]
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Never Have I Ever’s Maitreyi Ramakrishnan On Season 3, Self-Love and ?Brown Boy? Stereotypes08/16/2022
Playing a high-schooler who is still in the throes of self-discovery came easily for Mississauga, Ont.-born actor Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, the 20-year-old actor who stars as Devi Vishwakumar on the Netflix series Never Have I Ever. Ramakrishnan is the first to admit she’s personally evolved from the 17-year-old kid who debuted in the Mindy-Kaling-created show three […]
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Alicia Keys?s Beauty Routine Is a Soul-Nurturing Ritual08/15/2022
Alicia Keys has a very particular way of doing things. It’s evident in not only the way she writes her songs — highly praised ballads of contemporary R&B infused with classical piano — but also how she lives her life. Mornings always begin with meditation, and evenings are capped off with a non-negotiable skincare regimen […]
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Hilary MacMillan Does Barbiecore + Other Fashion News08/13/2022
Hilary MacMillan is a Barbie girl The best part of Barbie’s dream house? Her closet, of course! And while we’ll never actually be able to sample the doll’s hot pink wardrobe, the Hilary MacMillan Barbie collection comes pretty close. The Canadian vegan and cruelty-free brand has collaborated with the iconic Mattel toy on the nostalgic […]
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Summer Fridays Releases Its First Skin Tint + More Beauty News08/13/2022
Summer Fridays is here for your no makeup makeup look While you’re soaking up the last few weeks of the season, Summer Fridays has got you covered with its brand new innovation, the Sheer Skin Tint. This lightweight, buildable product (launching exclusively at Sephora on August 16) is available in 10 shades, and provides an […]
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Long Live Bermuda Shorts08/12/2022
Don’t get me wrong: I’m all for micro-mini shorts. But the fact is, sometimes I simply don’t want to be perceived. And when it’s hot out, finding breezy clothes that still offer me a sense of anonymity is a challenge. Enter Bermuda shorts. As far as polarizing pants go, Bermudas reign supreme. The high-waisted, pleated, […]
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The Best Street Style Seen at Copenhagen Fashion Week Spring 202308/12/2022
As fashion lovers descend upon Copenhagen to see designers’ Spring 2023 collections, there is much anticipation in the air for what trends will dominate the upcoming season. Stylish Danes, beloved international influencers and up-and-coming social stars delivered a healthy serving of street style to inspire us out of our fashion rut (as per usual). In […]
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Should Children Ever Be Famous?08/12/2022
Growing up, I wanted nothing more than to be famous. Much to my chagrin, I had no idea how to make that happen. But it didn’t stop me from fantasizing about walking red carpets, winning prestigious awards and living in Hollywood. So I prepared for a future in showbiz. I spent years in dance class. […]
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TikTok?s Sara Camposarcone is Dressing for Her Inner Child08/12/2022
Call it childish, but Sara Camposarcone is dressing for her younger self. Hence her collection of 40+ novelty tights — the cherries on the top of an eclectic sartorial sundae that any kid would devour. It’s so playful that the content creator has inspired comparisons on social media to TV and movie characters. “I get […]
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The Truth About Being Tall08/11/2022
Let me clarify: At 5’11”, I know I’m tall. You know I’m tall. So I don’t need you to tell me I’m tall. It doesn’t matter whether I’m meeting a Bumble date or a new colleague, for some peculiar reason, people feel the need to verbally acknowledge my height as if I’ve got something in […]
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Texture Talk: Meet the Photography Duo Helping Black Youth Love the Skin They?re In08/11/2022
One of the things you’re likely to spot the minute you step into my daughter’s nursery is a wee shelf populated with picture books that showcase Black faces as main characters. Books whose dark-skinned heroes not only visually resemble who my daughter is in this world but whose stories showcase Black youth in an uplifting and […]
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Why the Babydoll Dress is a Timeless Summer Staple08/09/2022
Babydoll dresses are like Popsicles. Sure, you can get through summer without them, but it wouldn’t be as sweet. Bouncy and delicate, there’s a reason the style has been around for decades. But it’s not exactly everyone’s cup of tea. Originally, the term “babydoll dress” was used to refer to the mini women’s nightgown designed […]
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Issey Miyake Was the Sweetest Designer I Knew08/09/2022
Issey Miyake, who died last week in Tokyo at the age of 84, was without question the sweetest designer I have ever interviewed. It was 1994 and I was working for the Toronto Star when I met him in his Paris office overlooking the exquisite Place des Vosges. The occasion was the launch of his […]
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Style Lessons from 2000s Kate Middleton08/08/2022
The year was 2007. Gossip Girl was in its first season, Tumblr had just launched, the original iPhone was hitting shelves and a young Kate Middleton and Prince William had ended their four-year relationship. They of course reunited three years later and wed in 2011, but before that memorable day, the Duchess of Cambridge was […]
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H&M Revives Jane Fonda’s Iconic VHS Workout Legacy + More Fashion News08/06/2022
H&M launches a new brand, H&M Move, featuring Jane Fonda and JaQuel Knight Forty years ago, Jane Fonda released her infamous global fitness campaign on VHS. And today, the icon has teamed up with H&M and acclaimed choreographer JaQuel Knight on a campaign, to once again guide others toward a healthy lifestyle. H&M Move, an […]
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Tom Ford Releases a New Signature Fragrance + More Beauty News08/06/2022
Tom Ford presents new fragrance Noir Extreme Parfum Tom Ford has debuted a new fragrance, Noir Extreme Parfum, and it’s set to be the brand’s latest signature scent. Opening with a generous dose of cardamom and warm yet bright greetings from Shimoga ginger, the parfum makes itself known. It then releases notes of citrus, saffron, […]
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This Canadian Designer Combines Video Games with Traditional Tailoring08/05/2022
“I think the best way to use inspiration is to bury it,” says Toronto-based designer Andrew Szewczyk. “I use a lot of skateboarding and video game references [in my work], but they aren’t obvious.” And indeed, they aren’t. Take a quick scroll through Szewczyk’s Instagram page, where he’s posted images of his Fall 2022 collection, […]
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Flats Are Cute, Actually08/04/2022
Podiatrists warn against them. Vogue has unlovingly referred to them as “grandma shoes.” Their mere existence is enough to warrant dissertations on the internet. All things considered, it would seem nothing good can come from wearing flats. But that hasn’t stopped fashion from bringing them back. On the runway, designers have been signalling the return […]
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Are Men?s Short Shorts Size Exclusive?08/04/2022
Not enough men are wearing short shorts, in our opinion. But maybe now with Donald Glover as the new face of the hot pants movement, things will finally turn around. The Atlanta actor was recently photographed out in Manhattan in a yellow monochromatic outfit that comprised a bucket hat, sneakers and, yes, short shorts, signalling the […]
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Find Your Perfect Pair of Cargo Pants08/03/2022
Whether it’s a technical garment-gone-mainstream or the proliferation of gorpcore, workwear is having a moment. TikTok’s obsession with the “small top big pants” silhouette contributed to the popularity of oversized, wide-leg denim as well as items such as cargo and parachute pants. And now stylish “it” girls like Dua Lipa, Paloma Elsesser and Hailey Bieber have made […]
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Jenny Bird’s Debut Sunglasses Collection + Other Fashion News07/30/2022
Jenny Bird drops JB Sun Jenny Bird knows how to accessorize, so the Canadian jewellery queen’s move into eyewear makes perfect sense. Bringing her signature contemporary, bold designs to the world of sunglasses, the new Jenny Bird JB Sun collection comprises three silhouettes: ‘The Brow,’ ‘The Wrap,’ and ‘The Y2K.’ Made from sustainable materials, the […]
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Shea Moisture Celebrates the Toronto Caribbean Carnival + More Beauty News07/30/2022
Shea Moisture celebrates Toronto’s Caribbean Carnival with a pop-up The Toronto Caribbean Carnival is back in full force this weekend after two years of pandemic-related cancellations, and Shea Moisture, a popular haircare brand among those with curly and coily hair, is joining in on the important cultural celebration with a four day pop-up (the brand’s […]
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21 Lipsticks to Buy on National Lipstick Day07/29/2022
July 29 is National Lipstick Day 2022, and what better way to celebrate than by shopping some of the best formulas to be released so far this year? One of the most valuable products in your makeup bag, nothing completes a look quite like a good lip colour. Whether you prefer it in the form […]
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Maggie Rogers Finds Catharsis in a Haircut07/29/2022
A few weeks before the release of her second studio album, Maggie Rogers is still grappling with its title. Surrender, out July 29, is an ode to giving in, breaking free and finding joy amid chaos. But on our video call in late June, Rogers is quick to state that she doesn’t yet have all […]
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Texture Talk: A Guide to Montreal’s Best Curly Hair Salons07/28/2022
The world of curls is vast; kinks, coils, cuts and braids barely scratch the surface of natural hair possibilities. Mindful of the lack of natural hair education and styling capabilities in the beauty industry, curl-informed stylists across Canada have been filling the gap with specialized salons catered to textured haircare and styling. After launching our […]
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Sadie Sink is FASHION?s September Cover Star07/28/2022
Don’t get Sadie Sink started on High School Musical. “You just say the word and I can sing all the lyrics of ‘I Want It All’ from the third movie,” she laughs, describing her love of the iconic Disney Channel franchise and the characters Ryan and Sharpay Evans, played by Lucas Grabeel and Ashley Tisdale. […]
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How Pretty Little Liars Failed Alison07/27/2022
Was there ever a teen villain so elusive? “A” mercilessly tormented the main characters of Pretty Little Liars throughout its seven season run. But for many years, clique dictator Alison DiLaurentis (played by Sasha Pieterse) was the true villain of Rosewood High. On July 28, the Pretty Little Liars reboot Original Sin will revive the […]
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Bleached Brows and the Allure of Anti-beauty07/27/2022
You know what we’re letting go of this year? Eyebrows, apparently. No, we’re not shaving them off, but with some bleach and even more guts you can get the space alien meets Bella Hadid face that has taken over TikTok. Not convinced? Let me explain. @2qu33r2func wait a minute . . . 🤭 ♬ WAIT […]
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Get JLo?s Parisian Honeymoon Looks07/26/2022
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck finally tied the knot earlier this month, 20 years after their first (failed) engagement. And of course, in true JLo fashion, the newlyweds embarked on a highly publicized Parisian honeymoon. Mrs. Affleck made the City of Love her own personal runway with a wardrobe full of romantic elements. From a flowing […]
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Why Sunburn Blush Should Be Your Summer Go-to07/25/2022
Everyone wants to look like a sun-kissed glazed donut these days (thank you, Hailey Bieber!), and it’s not hard to see why. Summer has always meant dewy skin and barely-there makeup. But the 2022 edition of the perennial trend has seen an old beauty technique popularized via TikTok: sunburn blush. The best part is that […]
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That One Item I Just can?t get Enough of07/13/2020
Can you ever have enough bodysuits?
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If you haven?t Ditched your Sweats yet Now?s the Time07/08/2020
Shorts for the style win.
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A Dozen Summer Style Finds Under $10007/06/2020
Summer Style Must Haves
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Your Summer Wardrobe can?t Survive without This07/02/2020
Chic Timeless Summer Dresses
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Simple Chic Summer Hair Ideas06/30/2020
Anyone can pull it off.
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A Jewelry Addicts Must Have Summer Pieces06/22/2020
It's time to layer up
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10 Under $50 Summer Finds to Finally Wear Outside06/01/2020
Great, affordable style while shopping small
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A Week Worth of Effortless Summer Outfits05/26/2020
It's all about Texture
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The Must Have Shoe Under $5005/19/2020
The only shoe your summer wardrobe needs.
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It?s Officially Time for me to Invest in More of these05/18/2020
Chic Basics
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How to Demand Justice for George Floyd and Support Anti-Racism Efforts06/01/2020
Do Waist Trainers Actually Work06/01/2020
The 16Best New Products to Try in Isolation This Month06/01/2020
Ariana Grande Tinashe and Several Other Celebrities Join Protests Against George Floyd's Death06/01/2020
Hannah Brown Says She Doesn't Want to Be an "Ignorant White Girl Who Uses the N-Word" in Apology Video05/31/2020
Kate Middleton and Prince William Are Reportedly Suing Tatler Over"Sexist" Cover Story05/31/2020
Chrissy Teigen Donates 200000 to Bail Out George Floyd Protestors05/31/2020
Amazons 9 Scrub Is the Secret to Getting the Smoothest Post-Shave Skin05/30/2020
Activist Rachel Cargle Explains What It Means to Be Actively Anti-Racist05/30/2020
Dylan Sprouse Reveals How His Twin Brother Cole Is Doing Post-Split from Lili Reinhart05/30/2020
You Can Now Shop Dries Van Noten Beauty Products AtSaks08/16/2022
Today, Dries Van Noten Beauty has announced Saks Fifth Avenue as their exclusive retail partner for their brilliantly designed and curated beauty collection. The brand’s gorgeous, unique fragrances and lipsticks saturated with rich colors can be purchased in-stores as well as online. Belgian designer Dries Van Noten is known for his use of prints, colors, […]
New York City Mayor Eric Adams to Celebrate FashionWeek08/16/2022
With the city’s tourism down, NYFW stands to give the local economy a boost.
Jeff Bezos? Girlfriend Lauren Sánchez Embraces Ethereal Glamour in Tom Ford Dress at ?The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’Premiere08/16/2022
The Amazon founder joined the Emmy-winning journalist on the red carpet along with Michael B. Jordan and Morfydd Clark.
Balenciaga Is Selling $250 Shoelace Earrings — Here’s Where You Can BuyThem.08/16/2022
The luxury fashion brand truly thought outside the shoe box with this one.
EXCLUSIVE: Veuve Clicquot Brings ?Solaire Culture? Exhibit toL.A.08/16/2022
This marks the Champagne house's first global traveling exhibition.
Tatiana Maslany Holds Court in Rosetta Getty Bandeau and Skirt for ‘She-Hulk: Attorney at Law’ L.A.Premiere08/16/2022
The actress plays the lead role of Jennifer Walters, an attorney who turns into She-Hulk.
Morfydd Clark Goes Fashion-forward in Christian Siriano Corset Dress at ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ L.A.Premiere08/16/2022
The Welsh actress was tapped to play a younger Galadriel in the upcoming prequel series by Prime Video.
Tommy Bahama Going to theDogs08/16/2022
The collection is being created with K9Wear and will offer the same patterns as the company's human apparel.
Grand Slam Champion Chris Evert Teams With Monica Rich Kosann on Tennis BraceletCollection08/16/2022
Chris Evert wants to reclaim the narrative around her 1978 match where the term "tennis bracelet" was coined.
Benjamin Walker Suits Up in Dior for First ?The Rings of Power?Premiere08/16/2022
The actor stars in the Amazon series as Gil-galad.
The Best Sleep Essentials to Keep You Cool and Comfy During Hot Nights08/16/2022
Sheets, pillows, mattresses, and even pj’s.
The 13 Best Cooling Pillows for a Good Night’s Sleep08/16/2022
No more constant flipping to the cold side of the pillow.
14 Early Labor Day Mattress Sales You Can Shop Now08/16/2022
Including deals on Casper, Purple, and DreamCloud.
Thousands of Capri Sun Drinks Recalled Due to Cleaning Solution Contamination08/16/2022
The company learned about the issue after consumers complained about the taste of the juice.
Over 13,000 Pounds of Frozen Pizza Recalled Due to Potential Metal Contamination08/16/2022
Thankfully, no injuries or illnesses have been reported yet.
Here’s the Difference Between Alcohol Poisoning and Just Being Really Drunk08/16/2022
Drinking heavily can quickly become dangerous.
3 Important Things to Do If You Didn’t Get Enough Sleep Last Night08/16/2022
Grabbing an afternoon latte isn’t one of them.
10 Moves That Feel Amazing for Tech Neck08/16/2022
Pick a few of these moves to ease the tightness.
This Latex Mattress Is Comfortable, Supportive, and Eco-Friendly08/15/2022
After sleeping on the Awara mattress for two months, here’s what we think.
27 Best-Selling House Slippers That You Won’t Want to Take Off08/15/2022
Our picks from Amazon, UGG, Parachute, and more.
The WHO Is Renaming Monkeypox—Here’s Why That’s Important08/15/2022
Two distinct variants of the virus have already been renamed.
25 Genuinely Helpful Gifts for Someone Going Through Chemo08/15/2022
Ideas from people who have been there.
The Best of Wellness: 9 Products We’re Loving Right Now08/15/2022
Including electrolyte packets, Mojave candles, and a planner to organize life, work, and everything in between.
The 17 Best Linen Sheets for Year-Round Breathability08/13/2022
If you’ve never tried them, get ready to fall in love.
A Knee-Friendly Workout With Zero Squats08/13/2022
These four moves will light up your legs and butt.
20 Can’t-Miss Beauty Deals at the Dermstore Anniversary Sale08/12/2022
It’s full of use-to-the-last-drop products.
A Playlist That Will Help You Actually Enjoy Stretching08/12/2022
For yoga flows, cool downs, and taking care of tight hamstrings.
I Have ADHD and Swear Brown Noise Helps Me Focus—But Does Science Back Me Up?08/12/2022
The whoosh sound feels like a soft blanket that I’ve safely swathed my brain in.
The 27 Best Running Socks, According to Trainers, Marathoners, and Runners08/12/2022
Banish blisters for good.
7 Ways to Make Hip Thrusts Even More Effective08/12/2022
Your butt will totally be feeling these.
My Doctors Thought I Had Postpartum Symptoms. Then I Was Diagnosed With Heart Failure.08/12/2022
"I remember thinking, ‘No way. I’m only 26.’"
The FDA Has Cracked Down on Amazon for Selling Unapproved Skin Tag Removal Products08/11/2022
Two other companies also received warnings for selling potentially harmful products.
Keke Palmer Is Just Like Us, Would Love for Someone to Cure Adult Acne Already08/11/2022
“I’m tired of it. I’m done with it.”
There’s Lots of Confusion and Stigma Around Monkeypox—Let’s Clear It Up08/11/2022
We have the tools and the responsibility to do better.
The Best Places to Shop for Not-Wildly-Expensive Workout Clothes08/11/2022
Saving money doesn't have to mean skimping on quality.
34 Cooling Gifts for Your Friend Who Is Always Complaining About Being Too Hot08/11/2022
Including breathable pajamas, handheld fans, and more.
Here’s How to Get Rid of a Giant Zit as Fast as Possible08/11/2022
Whatever you do, don’t squeeze it.
How to Bring an Emergency Contraception Vending Machine to Your College Campus08/11/2022
It’s a reliable, cheap way for students to access Plan B.
How to Handle ‘Energy Vampires’ at Work08/11/2022
Because working through a pandemic is draining enough.