Javan Bunch — formerly EVP of global merchandising and domestic wholesale for footwear, handbags and accessories at Tory Burch LLC — has been appointed CEO at Donald J Pliner, owned by Castanea Partners. Noel Hord, who had been heading Pliner, will become.
Amazon.com founder and CEO Jeff Bezos sold one million shares of his holdings in the company raising $757 million. Bezos benefited some from the stock market reaction to impressive quarterly results at Amazon. The e-commerce giant reported revenue of $30..
Taking its relationship with the French footwear maven to the next level, Hermès Group now has a minority stake in Maison Pierre Hardy. Hardy has designed Hermès’ footwear since 1990 and added jewelry to his responsibilities in 2001. “The agreement highli.
Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia’s visits to Karol bagh, Delhi on the 25th May – his second since coming to power – may not be marked by many as a significant announcements, but his visits certainly demonstrate the support that the g.
Eight months after UBM Americas appointed Chris DeMoulin as managing director of its fashion business, the executive has exited the post. According to the company, “We have a very strong group of fashion category leaders still driving the business through.
DJP Holdings LLC, parent company of Donald J Pliner men’s and women’s footwear lines, is taking its founder and former designer Donald J. Pliner and his wife, Lisa Pliner, to court. Just days after the veteran shoe designer launched two new collections — .
Through various interactions with the industry captains in the past , Adesh Gupta, Chairman – CFLA, concluded that rationalization of taxation on this sector is an absolute must for growth. He had been working aggressively with the DIPP, Finance Min.
Italian sneaker brand Superga and Miami-based luxury shoe brand Del Toro have teamed up to launch their first collaboration. Del Toro designer Matthew Chevallard presented the summer ’16 collection at his New York City boutique. Styles include the Superga.
Retailer Jimmy Jazz and rapper 21 Savage have teamed up on a new Timberland style. The collaborators debuted images of the 6-inch denim boot ahead of its fall arrival at Jimmy Jazz stores and online. Featuring a waterproof design, the premium denim acid-w.
Cole Haan is launching the next wave of its ZeroGrand technology with the 2.ZeroGrand series for men and women. The updated technology features an Integrated Motion Outsole, Flex Welt and laser-perforated leather upper that provides unrestricted movement .
Skate brand Vans plans to partner with local independent streetwear label Only NY. We will create a small line that embraces signature skate style and passion for the outdoors, according to a joint statement. The collaboration is part of the VF Corp.-owne.
Usain Bolt, the Puma-sponsored Jamaican sprinter who holds the world record for the men’s 200-meter, announced that this Rio Olympics will be his last. “I have done everything and have proven myself,” he said. The 29-year-old, six-time Olympic gold medali.
Havaianas has opened its largest store in the U.K. at London’s Westfield mall. It is a part of the company’s wider expansion strategy in Europe and the Middle East. Its plans for next year include doubling the brand’s 155 stores in the EMEA region and ent.
Famous for its iconic messenger bag, Timbuk2 joined forces with New Balance Athletics to add two new colorways to the New Balance C-Series collection. The New Balance C-Series CM600C was designed in the brand’s Tokyo-based Lifestyle Design Studio for the .
California-based K-Swiss has unveiled its Modern Court collection, a series of premium court shoes targeting millennials. Infused with the heritage of the American tennis brand’s iconic DNA and produced in Portugal from rich leathers, Modern Court is desi.
Model and TV personality Alexa Chung is going on her own. The fashion darling announced that she will launch an eponymous brand, Alexachung, in May 2017. The contemporary line will include shoes, daywear, eveningwear, denim, jewelry and “daily luxuries.” .
Adidas has released Adizero Ubersonic 2 sneakers, a performance sneaker designed for the sport. The shoes feature lightweight and innovative materials, including 3D Torsion technology that delivers midfoot support for quick directional transitions, and ro.
Calvin Klein has appointed Raf Simons as chief creative officer, filling the vacant position left by Francisco Costa in April. The brand and Simons have been unable to make any announcement due to the year-long non-compete clause in Simons’s Christian Dio.
Marco Gobbetti has been named chief executive officer of Burberry Group, replacing Christopher Bailey who has been named president. Bailey will retain his role as chief creative officer. Julie Brown has been appointed to the new role of chief operating an.
In partnership with Sequential Brands Group and Camuto Group, Jessica Simpson has launched a collection of performance footwear as part of her athleisure line, The Warm Up. The footwear line features modern, feminine designs and, in line with the apparel,.
