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Hu Ge and Jerry Yan joined Giorgio Armani's new store opening at SKP Wuhan, timed with the WWD x SKP Global Fashion & Beauty Summit. The event featured a third-floor exhibition tracing the global influences shaping the brand's design language.
Ferragamo returned to its Hollywood roots to celebrate the opening of a new West Coast flagship store. The brand hosted family and friends of the house at the Beverly Hills Hotel's exclusive Polo Lounge for the occasion.
Independent label Eckhaus Latta is opening a new Lower East Side location that unites its studio, store, and archive under one roof. The move anchors the bicoastal brand's New York presence in the neighborhood it calls its creative epicenter.
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Activewear brand Set Active is converting its Austin pop-up into a permanent retail location, building on its September Chicago store opening. The move signals continued expansion of the brand's physical retail footprint.
Supermodel Barbara Palvin walked the Victoria's Secret show just six weeks after giving birth, opening up about the experience publicly. Her candor has triggered wider industry discussion over postpartum expectations and pressure placed on models to return to work.
British luxury lifestyle brand Smythson is pushing deeper into the U.S. market after reopening on Madison Avenue. Now over a year into private equity ownership, the company is ramping up growth plans with more American locations on the horizon.
The upscale Italian label, renowned for its premium denim, is opening its first U.S. store in New York. The new Madison Avenue flagship will serve as a luxury emporium offering menswear and womenswear.
Altar, a new venue in Leytonstone, East London, launches this Friday with a party headlined by Simian Mobile Disco. The opening adds another room to London's nightlife circuit worth watching.
Bella Hadid took the top spot at the latest Victoria's Secret show, opening the runway in a spring-themed angel look. Her appearance anchors the high-profile show's lineup and underscores her continued pull as a top-tier runway name.
Chanel is expanding its China footprint with a new store at SKP in Wuhan, the brand's first location in the central Chinese city. The opening signals continued brand investment in China's regional luxury retail growth beyond top-tier cities.
A$AP Rocky is opening up about the second disc of his album 'Don't Be Dumb' and his ambitions for the upcoming Grammy season. Speaking from the road, the rapper reflects on a massive 2026 and hints at what's coming next.
A new generation of intimate venues is opening across Ibiza, offering locals-friendly, affordable alternatives to the island's superclubs. The movement is reviving the White Isle's underground club culture roots.
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.
Aritzia executives say the momentum from its strong second quarter is carrying forward, driven by infrastructure upgrades and faster digital growth. The brand is also accelerating new store openings as part of its broader expansion strategy.
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.
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.
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.
Quiet Riot introduced new frontman John Torra at his first live show, where he performed the band's classic 'Cum On Feel the Noize.' The young singer's debut drew comparisons to the 2001 film Rock Star, landing his dream gig and delivering on night one.
Tom Ford Fashion is expanding its U.S. footprint with new locations in San Diego, Costa Mesa and Bal Harbour. CEO Lelio Gavazza outlined the brand's retail strategy behind the openings.
Dua Powered by Augustinus Bader Science, the brand co-founded by Dua Lipa, has launched its first standalone store near the Palais-Royal in Paris. The opening marks a significant step in the celebrity-backed label's retail expansion beyond pop-up and wholesale distribution.
Chinese accessories brand Songmont is expanding internationally with a Paris exhibition and new retail openings planned in Hong Kong and Datong. The brand's strategy leans into cultural authenticity as a core part of its retail experience rather than diluting it for global markets.
After his star-making turns in West Side Story and Challengers, Mike Faist stepped away from the spotlight for two years. He now returns with a striking performance in Netflix's East of Eden series, opening up about his hiatus and his return to acting.
After exiting New Guards Group to Farfetch, entrepreneur Claudio Antonioli spent six years restoring cult label Ann Demeulemeester. The brand marks its resurgence with a new Paris store opening and a runway show this Saturday.
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Slipknot has booked a stadium tour for summer 2027, with Bring Me the Horizon opening every date. Additional support will rotate through acts including Lamb of God and Acid Bath.
Sabrina Carpenter skipped the traditional red carpet moment at the 2026 MTV VMAs, saving her outfit reveal for her opening performance instead. Her look drew comparisons to Madonna's iconic stage style, blending fashion and live show spectacle.
Carlotta and Nicolò Oddi presented Alanui's Spring 2027 luxury knitwear collection during Milan Fashion Week, opening Casa Alanui to showcase the line in its own setting. The debut marks a new chapter for the brand as it stages its runway presence within its home environment.
Olivia Rodrigo kicked off her new concert run with a hit-packed set, rain and floral staging that set the tone for the tour. The opener signals a high-energy run that will keep her firmly in the touring and live-music conversation.
Pearl Jam surprised fans at the Ohana Festival by revealing Abe Laboriel Jr. as their new drummer, opening the set with 'Corduroy' as his debut track behind the kit. The lineup change marks a notable moment for one of rock's most enduring touring acts.
A new wave of independent designers is shaping the onstage identities of artists like Rosalía, Doechii, and Chappell Roan through custom costume work. Their rise highlights how emerging fashion talent is increasingly tied to music's biggest visual moments, opening doors for brand-artist collaborations outside the traditional fashion house pipeline.
Richemont-owned heritage brand Purdey is extending its 1870s Rose & Scroll engraving motif beyond its original use into jacquard knitwear, silk accessories, and cut-glass pieces. The expansion coincides with a monthlong exhibition opening Thursday in London.
