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Brands

Ralph Lauren Brings PoloFest to Tokyo Ahead of 60th Anniversary

Ralph Lauren kicked off a three-day PoloFest in Tokyo, drawing collectors and fans as the brand gears up for its 60th anniversary next year. The event signals a major brand activation moment blending retail, culture and collector demand.

Ralph Lauren Brings PoloFest to Tokyo Ahead of 60th Anniversary
22/10/2026 21:02 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

PoloFest Tokyo Turns Ralph Lauren Nostalgia Into a Cultural Festival

PoloFest in Tokyo brings together fans of vintage Polo Ralph Lauren and Japan's Ametora style movement. The festival highlights how a heritage American brand continues to shape fashion subculture and community events abroad.

PoloFest Tokyo Turns Ralph Lauren Nostalgia Into a Cultural Festival
22/10/2026 19:42 Source: Elle ↗
Brands

David's Bridal Plans IPO for Pearl Brand Division

David's Bridal has proposed taking its Pearl division public, with Pearl holding the brand and intellectual property rights. Retail operations would remain separately owned by CION Investment Corp.

David's Bridal Plans IPO for Pearl Brand Division
22/10/2026 19:29 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Prada Group CEO: Customers Should 'Spend More on Their Dreams'

Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra discussed the brand's solid nine-month financial performance, touching on unusually warm weather's impact on sales and the company's strategy for maintaining desirability. He emphasized capturing both wealthy and emerging customer segments as key to growth.

Prada Group CEO: Customers Should 'Spend More on Their Dreams'
22/10/2026 19:04 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

LVMH Prize Finalist Designs 10 Corso Como's Debut Bag

Swedish designer Petra Fagerström has created the first-ever bag for Milanese concept store 10 Corso Como, a limited-edition piece born from a collaboration with Central Saint Martins. Fagerström, an LVMH Prize finalist, took an unconventional approach to developing the design.

LVMH Prize Finalist Designs 10 Corso Como's Debut Bag
22/10/2026 18:42 Source: WWD ↗
Movies

New Kubrick Box Set and Podcast Offer Deep Dive Into the Director's Legacy

'The Complete Kubrick' compiles the filmmaker's entire body of work into one definitive collection, paired with a companion podcast. The release promises rare insight into Kubrick's creative process and the man behind his iconic films.

New Kubrick Box Set and Podcast Offer Deep Dive Into the Director's Legacy
22/10/2026 17:30 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Movies

MUBI FEST London to Unveil Behind-the-Scenes Look at Marie Antoinette

MUBI's three-day London festival will screen a documentary exploring the making of Sofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette. The lineup also includes a Cameron Winter concert film and Danny L Harle's reimagining of a century-old classic.

MUBI FEST London to Unveil Behind-the-Scenes Look at Marie Antoinette
22/10/2026 17:22 Source: Dazed ↗
Influencers

Looksmaxxing Influencer Braden Peters Pleads Not Guilty to Rape Charges

Influencer Braden Peters, known online as Clavicular, entered a not guilty plea to rape charges at his arraignment Thursday. He posted $10,000 bail and surrendered his passport as conditions of release.

Looksmaxxing Influencer Braden Peters Pleads Not Guilty to Rape Charges
22/10/2026 17:17 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Kering Q3 Flat as Gucci Sales Slip 6% Under Demna

Kering's third-quarter revenues held flat as flagship brand Gucci fell short of forecasts, with sales down 6 percent at constant exchange rates. The group says early buzz around creative director Demna's first collections has faded, pressuring the brand's turnaround story.

Kering Q3 Flat as Gucci Sales Slip 6% Under Demna
22/10/2026 16:41 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Macy's Herald Square Rolls Out Holiday Shop-in-Shops With Major Brands

Macy's flagship Herald Square store is debuting new holiday season shop-in-shops featuring Coach, Kendra Scott, Michael Kors and Tory Burch. The seasonal retail refresh highlights how major fashion and accessories brands are leveraging flagship real estate to capture holiday shoppers.

Macy's Herald Square Rolls Out Holiday Shop-in-Shops With Major Brands
22/10/2026 16:12 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

A$AP Rocky Reworks PUMA's Suede 94 With Faded Denim Finish

A$AP Rocky has teamed up with PUMA to reinterpret an archival silhouette, releasing the A$AP Rocky x PUMA Suede 94 Blue. The collaboration gives the classic sneaker a faded, denim-washed treatment, blending sportswear heritage with the rapper's design sensibility.

A$AP Rocky Reworks PUMA's Suede 94 With Faded Denim Finish
22/10/2026 16:08 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Venues

Printworks Team Eyes Expansion Into Berlin, New York and Miami

The operators behind London's iconic Printworks, which closed in 2023 for redevelopment, are reportedly in talks to open new venues in Berlin, New York and Miami. The move would bring the club's large-scale production ethos to three major nightlife markets.

Printworks Team Eyes Expansion Into Berlin, New York and Miami
22/10/2026 15:40 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Music

Dekmantel Shares 2026 RADAR Sets Featuring Skrillex, Ben UFO, CCL

Dekmantel has released RADAR sets from its 2026 edition, including performances from Skrillex, Ben UFO and CCL. The Amsterdam festival recently ranked No. 17 in DJ Mag's Top 100 Festivals poll for 2026.

Dekmantel Shares 2026 RADAR Sets Featuring Skrillex, Ben UFO, CCL
22/10/2026 15:16 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Music

De La Soul unveil unreleased J Dilla remix of 'Stakes Is High'

De La Soul have released a previously unheard J Dilla remix of 'Stakes Is High,' featuring Mos Def and Truth Enola. The track appears on the 30th anniversary reissue of the group's 1996 album of the same name.

De La Soul unveil unreleased J Dilla remix of 'Stakes Is High'
22/10/2026 14:38 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Models

Gigi Hadid Backs Elsa Hosk Amid Backlash Over VS Runway Walk

After fans criticized Elsa Hosk's recent Victoria's Secret runway appearance, Gigi Hadid publicly defended her fellow model online. The exchange highlights how top models continue to use their platforms to support peers amid public scrutiny of runway performances.

Gigi Hadid Backs Elsa Hosk Amid Backlash Over VS Runway Walk
22/10/2026 14:33 Source: Cosmopolitan ↗
Music

Lennon Stella Strips It Back on Sophomore Album Sleeping Lion

Lennon Stella's new record trades production polish for pared-back instrumentation and raw honesty. The sophomore release marks a deliberate shift in sound and songwriting for the singer.

Lennon Stella Strips It Back on Sophomore Album Sleeping Lion
22/10/2026 14:00 Source: Elle ↗
Music

Fred again.. lends his sound to Apple Music's new logo design

Producer Fred again.. collaborated on Apple Music's rebrand, shaping the new logo using sound waves from his own music. A behind-the-scenes video documents the creative process behind the identity shift.

Fred again.. lends his sound to Apple Music's new logo design
22/10/2026 13:13 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Brands

Jil Sander and PUMA Expand Collab With Speedcat Tracksuit Capsule

Jil Sander and PUMA are deepening their partnership with a new drop built around the Speedcat sneaker, now paired with a matching tracksuit and T-shirt. The capsule marks another step in the brands' ongoing collaboration, blending luxury fashion sensibility with performance sportswear roots.

Jil Sander and PUMA Expand Collab With Speedcat Tracksuit Capsule
22/10/2026 13:00 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Brands

Calvin Klein Appoints Ayub Mohamed as Chief Product Officer

Calvin Klein has tapped Ayub Mohamed to lead its global product organization as Chief Product Officer. He will be responsible for driving a unified product strategy aimed at strengthening the brand's global positioning and equity.

Calvin Klein Appoints Ayub Mohamed as Chief Product Officer
22/10/2026 13:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Ex-Reebok Execs Launch Performance Brand With NHL Legend Bergeron Aboard

A new performance apparel brand is launching, founded by former Reebok executives alongside a veteran of the sports business world. Stanley Cup champion and former Boston Bruins captain Patrice Bergeron has signed on as brand advisor, lending athletic credibility to the venture.

Ex-Reebok Execs Launch Performance Brand With NHL Legend Bergeron Aboard
22/10/2026 13:00 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Brain Dead Drops Chromed-Out adidas Barricade Collab

Brain Dead has teamed up with adidas on a reworked Barricade tennis shoe featuring a chromed finish. The release continues Brain Dead's habit of pulling inspiration from unexpected corners for its footwear collaborations.

Brain Dead Drops Chromed-Out adidas Barricade Collab
22/10/2026 12:43 Source: Highsnobiety ↗
Music

Arca drops video for 'Fxck' off 'XXXXX' album

Arca has released a new video for 'Fxck,' a track from the 16-song album 'XXXXX,' out since July via XL Recordings. The visual adds another layer to the project's rollout as the artist continues to push the album's reach.

Arca drops video for 'Fxck' off 'XXXXX' album
22/10/2026 12:35 Source: DJ Mag ↗
Brands

Zegna Posts Q3 Growth Driven by Americas and China

Menswear house Zegna reported strong Q3 revenue gains, defying broader industry headwinds. The growth was fueled by robust sales performance in the Americas and China.

Zegna Posts Q3 Growth Driven by Americas and China
22/10/2026 12:09 Source: Vogue ↗
Brands

Zegna Group Posts Strong Nine-Month Sales on DTC and China Growth

Ermenegildo Zegna Group's nine-month sales got a lift from direct-to-consumer channels, the Americas and Greater China. The Zegna brand led performance across all regions in a solid third quarter.

Zegna Group Posts Strong Nine-Month Sales on DTC and China Growth
22/10/2026 11:15 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Burna Boy Launches Debut Sneaker Collab With Monochrome Drops

Burna Boy steps into footwear with a three-sneaker assortment, including an all-red Cloudmonster and an all-white Roger Clubhouse. The debut marks the artist's first move into sneaker design, blending music star power with monochrome style statements.

Burna Boy Launches Debut Sneaker Collab With Monochrome Drops
22/10/2026 10:00 Source: WWD ↗
Music

Carrie Underwood Caps Nashville Dolly Parton Tribute With 'I Will Always Love You'

Carrie Underwood closed out a Nashville tribute concert honoring Dolly Parton with a performance of 'I Will Always Love You.' Other performers from the night joined her onstage for the finale ballad.

Carrie Underwood Caps Nashville Dolly Parton Tribute With 'I Will Always Love You'
22/10/2026 07:11 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Music

Zac Brown Honors Dolly Parton With Posthumous 'Butterfly' Duet

Zac Brown paid tribute to Dolly Parton with an emotional performance of 'Butterfly,' a track she originally recorded for his 2025 album Love & Fear. The tribute ceremony honored the country icon, who passed away in August.

Zac Brown Honors Dolly Parton With Posthumous 'Butterfly' Duet
22/10/2026 06:47 Source: Rolling Stone ↗
Brands

Gap Inc. to Receive Amazon Fashion Innovation Award at 2026 CFDA Awards

The CFDA will honor Gap Inc. with its Innovation Award, presented by Amazon Fashion, at the 2026 Fashion Awards. The recognition celebrates the brand's creativity, cultural influence and standout collaborations.

Gap Inc. to Receive Amazon Fashion Innovation Award at 2026 CFDA Awards
22/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

Burberry and Smythson Team Up on Holiday Leather Goods

Burberry has partnered with Smythson on a capsule of leather notebooks, games and accessories for the holiday season. The collection draws on Burberry's fall 2026 runway, with notebook pages featuring a London map print and the house check.

Burberry and Smythson Team Up on Holiday Leather Goods
22/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗
Brands

John Hardy Taps Billie Eilish and Finneas for Debut Jewelry Collection

John Hardy is launching its first codesigned collection with musicians Billie Eilish and Finneas, marking a new push for the jewelry brand. CEO Matt Tepper and creative chairman Reed Krakoff point to growth in lab-grown diamonds, men's jewelry, gold and wholesale as the business expands.

John Hardy Taps Billie Eilish and Finneas for Debut Jewelry Collection
22/10/2026 05:01 Source: WWD ↗