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Paris Trade Shows: Buyers Chase Craft and Brand Storytelling

At Première Classe, Tranoï and surrounding showrooms, buyers favored brands with distinct narratives and craftsmanship over generic offerings. The shift signals growing demand for differentiated, story-driven labels in a crowded wholesale market.

Paris Trade Shows: Buyers Chase Craft and Brand Storytelling
12/10/2026 15:48 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Dsquared2 GM Chiara Baravalle Exits Amid Stalled OTB Takeover Talks

Dsquared2 has confirmed the departure of general manager Chiara Baravalle. Sources say OTB had been in discussions to take control of the label founded by Dean and Dan Caten, but negotiations collapsed after the summer.

Dsquared2 GM Chiara Baravalle Exits Amid Stalled OTB Takeover Talks
12/10/2026 15:43 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Madhappy and Lucky Brand Team Up for First-Ever Collaboration

Streetwear label Madhappy has partnered with denim brand Lucky Brand on their debut joint collection, reimagining the classic hoodie-and-jeans combo. The collab signals continued momentum for cross-category brand partnerships in casualwear.

Madhappy and Lucky Brand Team Up for First-Ever Collaboration
12/10/2026 14:04 Source: Cosmopolitan ↗
Music

Alison Wonderland goes independent after 15 years, drops new single 'RESCUE U'

DJ and producer Alison Wonderland has exited her 15-year label contract to become an independent artist. She marked the milestone with the release of new single 'RESCUE U,' which she's calling her favorite song to date.

Alison Wonderland goes independent after 15 years, drops new single 'RESCUE U'
12/10/2026 12:57 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Brands

Kim Jones to Launch Japan-Made Signature Label, Hong Kong Flagship in 2027

Former Dior Men artistic director Kim Jones is starting his own clothing and accessories label, produced in Japan. The brand will debut its first store at Central Yards in Hong Kong, opening in October 2027.

Kim Jones to Launch Japan-Made Signature Label, Hong Kong Flagship in 2027
12/10/2026 08:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Kim Jones Debuts Eponymous Label with Hong Kong Flagship

After leading design at Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Fendi, Kim Jones is launching his own namesake brand through a standalone store. The flagship will open at Central Yards, Hong Kong's anticipated new harborfront development.

Kim Jones Debuts Eponymous Label with Hong Kong Flagship
12/10/2026 08:00 Source: Vogue ↗
Music

Mau P Launches New Imprint, Baddest Behaviour Records

Dance producer Mau P has founded his own label, Baddest Behaviour Records. He frames the imprint as a commitment to the scene and culture that shaped his sound.

Mau P Launches New Imprint, Baddest Behaviour Records
11/10/2026 09:51 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Brands

Menace Reworks adidas' Adistar Control 5 in New Collab

LA-based label Menace has teamed up with adidas to reinterpret the classic Adistar Control 5 silhouette. The partnership puts one of Los Angeles' standout brands in the spotlight as it takes on an iconic adidas model.

Menace Reworks adidas' Adistar Control 5 in New Collab
10/10/2026 18:18 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Music

Nick Valensi, Aziya & Mr Hudson Drop 'Scream Your Name' via New Label Sick

The Strokes guitarist Nick Valensi teams up with Aziya and Mr Hudson for the new single 'Scream Your Name.' The track marks an early release for the newly launched record label Sick.

Nick Valensi, Aziya & Mr Hudson Drop 'Scream Your Name' via New Label Sick
10/10/2026 02:59 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Interscope Sues Summer Walker, Seeks $50M Over Contract Exit

Interscope filed suit after singer-songwriter Summer Walker moved to terminate her recording contract under a California labor law. The label claims she would owe $50 million if she walks away from the deal.

Interscope Sues Summer Walker, Seeks $50M Over Contract Exit
10/10/2026 02:25 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Argent Marks Ten Years with Star-Studded Dinner at Marcel

Workwear label Argent celebrated its tenth anniversary with founder Sali Christeson hosting an uptown dinner at Marcel. Guests included Hillary Rodham Clinton, Huma Abedin, and Katie Couric, marking the brand's milestone with high-profile support.

Argent Marks Ten Years with Star-Studded Dinner at Marcel
09/10/2026 18:39 Source: Vogue ↗
Brands

Mysterious Tokyo Label AS Launches Exclusively Through Three Retailers

AS, a new menswear brand led by an anonymous Tokyo-based designer, is debuting with distribution limited to just three stores. The label positions itself apart from typical Japanese fashion trends, leaning into a deliberately low-key, scarcity-driven rollout.

Mysterious Tokyo Label AS Launches Exclusively Through Three Retailers
09/10/2026 18:08 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Brands

Contemporary Brands Lean Into Heritage Storytelling at Paris Fashion Week

At Paris Fashion Week, contemporary labels are doubling down on brand heritage and narrative as accessories, especially handbags, take a larger share of focus. The shift signals brands positioning themselves culturally, not just through apparel but through storytelling tied to their product categories.

Contemporary Brands Lean Into Heritage Storytelling at Paris Fashion Week
09/10/2026 17:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Adrian Jules Digitizes Bespoke Tailoring for Private-Label Retail

Adrian Jules is building a tech-driven infrastructure that brings 60 years of master tailoring craft into a scalable, end-to-end system. The platform targets private-label retailers and custom apparel brands looking to modernize bespoke production at global scale.

Adrian Jules Digitizes Bespoke Tailoring for Private-Label Retail
09/10/2026 17:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

COS Taps Model Awar Odhiang for AW26 Campaign

London-based label COS has unveiled its Autumn/Winter 2026 campaign, fronted by model Awar Odhiang. The launch arrives alongside a broader roundup of the week's fashion industry news.

COS Taps Model Awar Odhiang for AW26 Campaign
09/10/2026 16:16 Source: Dazed ↗
Brands

Dice Kayek Goes Bold: Cherry-Print Color Explosion for Spring 2027

Designer Ece Ege broke from her label's usual restraint with a Spring 2027 collection full of bright colors and prints. The cherry motif marks a notable style departure for Dice Kayek.

Dice Kayek Goes Bold: Cherry-Print Color Explosion for Spring 2027
08/10/2026 21:32 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Argent Marks 10 Years as Hillary Clinton, Chloe Fineman Join Celebration

Workwear label Argent celebrated its tenth anniversary with an event drawing a high-profile guest list including Hillary Clinton and Chloe Fineman. Founder Sali Christeson used the milestone to spotlight a decade of building the brand.

Argent Marks 10 Years as Hillary Clinton, Chloe Fineman Join Celebration
08/10/2026 20:55 Source: Elle ↗
Brands

TikTok Shop Data Reveals Fastest-Growing U.S. Footwear Sellers

New rankings show Crocs, HeyDude and QVC leading U.S. TikTok shoe shops over the past 12 months. A heritage boot brand and a Chinese sneaker label also posted standout growth on the platform's social commerce channel.

TikTok Shop Data Reveals Fastest-Growing U.S. Footwear Sellers
08/10/2026 19:26 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

adidas Reworks Mid-2000s Adistar Control 5 With Skate Label Hardies

adidas has teamed up with sought-after skateboarding brand Hardies to reimagine its mid-2000s Adistar Control 5 runner. The collaboration pairs the skate label's cult status with adidas' archival running heritage.

adidas Reworks Mid-2000s Adistar Control 5 With Skate Label Hardies
08/10/2026 18:18 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Brands

Sézane Brings Parisian Apartment Concept to Madison Avenue

French label Sézane has opened a new store on Manhattan's Upper East Side, designed to feel like a lived-in Parisian apartment rather than a traditional retail space. The opening coincides with the brand's fall collection launch, marking another step in its U.S. expansion.

Sézane Brings Parisian Apartment Concept to Madison Avenue
08/10/2026 11:00 Source: Vogue ↗
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Parisian Cashmere Label Kujten Expands U.S. Retail Footprint

Kujten is opening three new stores in SoHo, Aspen and Miami, bringing its U.S. store count to four. The Parisian cashmere brand's expansion signals growing retail ambitions in key American fashion and luxury markets.

Parisian Cashmere Label Kujten Expands U.S. Retail Footprint
08/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Seiya Nakamura Takes Brand Development Model from Japan to China

The company is moving beyond wholesale, launching retail projects that help international labels establish a real presence in new markets. After building this model in Japan, it's now expanding the strategy into China.

Seiya Nakamura Takes Brand Development Model from Japan to China
08/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Jennifer Chamandi Opens First Boutique in London's Mayfair

The footwear label, now a decade old, has launched its debut brick-and-mortar store in Mayfair, London. The opening coincides with the brand's push into new product categories beyond shoes.

Jennifer Chamandi Opens First Boutique in London's Mayfair
08/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Salomon Teams With FP Movement on Women's Footwear Collection

Salomon is collaborating with Free People's activewear label FP Movement to refresh its XT-Whisper and XT-6 sneaker models. The partnership follows Jisoo's high-profile debut for the brand, underscoring Salomon's push to deepen its connection with women consumers.

Salomon Teams With FP Movement on Women's Footwear Collection
05/10/2026 21:28 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Sacai's Chitose Abe Charts a New Chapter for the Brand

Sacai founder Chitose Abe frames her latest collection as a reflection of change and personal evolution. The collection signals a shift in direction for one of fashion's most influential independent labels.

Sacai's Chitose Abe Charts a New Chapter for the Brand
05/10/2026 20:21 Source: Elle ↗
Music

Silva Bumpa's rise from bassline roots to global dancefloors

DJ, producer and label head Silva Bumpa is bridging bassline, UKG and tech-house into a sound that's traveling worldwide. In a Sheffield sit-down, he reflects on his origins, viral fame and the evolution driving his breakout.

Silva Bumpa's rise from bassline roots to global dancefloors
05/10/2026 19:08 Source: Mixmag ↗
Brands

Penelope Chilvers on Building a Royal-Favored Boot Brand

Designer Penelope Chilvers discusses growing her footwear label into a family-run fashion business, with fans including Kate Middleton and Duchess Sophie. She shares insights on working alongside her daughters and the lasting appeal of her designs.

Penelope Chilvers on Building a Royal-Favored Boot Brand
05/10/2026 17:03 Source: HELLO! Fashion ↗
Brands

Noir Kei Ninomiya's SS27 show pushes a slow-down, touch-grass message

At Paris Fashion Week, the avant-garde Japanese label presented its SS27 collection with a theme urging audiences to unplug and reconnect with nature. The show reinforces Noir Kei Ninomiya's standing as a distinctive voice in conceptual, directional fashion.

Noir Kei Ninomiya's SS27 show pushes a slow-down, touch-grass message
04/10/2026 19:01 Source: Dazed ↗
Brands

Lacoste Taps Into Heat and Exertion for Spring 2027

Creative director Pelagia Kolotouros delivers a confident collection for Lacoste's Spring 2027, drawing on the energy of physical exertion to add a sexier edge to the crocodile brand. The show signals a fresh direction for the heritage label as it leans into a more sensual identity.

Lacoste Taps Into Heat and Exertion for Spring 2027
04/10/2026 15:10 Source: WWD ↗
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Damien Hirst Designs Cashmere Capsule With Scottish Knitwear House Barrie

Artist Damien Hirst has teamed up with cashmere label Barrie on a new clothing collection, calling the project an extension of his art practice. He also opened up about near-collaborations with Hussein Chalayan, Lee Alexander McQueen, and Virgil Abloh that never materialized.

Damien Hirst Designs Cashmere Capsule With Scottish Knitwear House Barrie
03/10/2026 20:24 Source: Vanity Fair ↗