FASHION INDUSTRY

Feb 14 2025FINANCE

Hermes Shines Bright in 2024

Hermes, the famous fashion brand, just announced some impressive numbers for the last three months of 2024. Their sales jumped by 17. 6%, reaching 3. 96 billion euros. That's way more than what analysts predicted. If you think about it, that's like getting a lot more pocket money than you asked for. The company is known for its super exclusive products, like the Bir...

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Dec 12 2024CELEBRITIES

The Fashion Designer and the Sports Mogul: Meet Pamella Roland and Dan DeVos

Pamella Roland is more than just a name in the fashion world. She's the creative mind behind her own luxury brand, Pamella Roland. Launched in 2002, her designs quickly became popular among celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Taylor Swift. Her dresses can be found in top stores like Bergdorf Goodman and Harrods. Pamella's work hasn't gone unnoticed. She's won awards ...

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Nov 01 2024BUSINESS

AI Models Steal the Spotlight in Fashion Ads

Say goodbye to human models and hello to AI-generated glam bots! Fashion brands like Mango are jumping on the AI bandwagon to speed up ad creation. In July, Mango used these digital beauties in their ads, just before reporting record profits. They plan to use AI models for all future collections, aiming for faster content turnaround. Other big names such as Nike, Lo...

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Oct 12 2024BUSINESS

Fashion Weeks Favor Skinny Models, Again

"Skinny is in," some fashion designers seem to be saying. After a push for body positivity, many runways are now filled with thin models again. This shift back to the old norm has left fashion insiders feeling upset. A recent report showed that less than 1% of looks at major fashion weeks were worn by plus-size models. This is a big drop compared to what many hoped f...

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Sep 15 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Legendary Suit: Remembering Waraire Boswell, the Bespoke Menswear Mastermind

Waraire Boswell, the tall and talented designer, leaves behind a legacy of impeccable bespoke suits that have adorned the bodies of A-listers and NBA stars. Born with a passion for fashion, Boswell's journey began when he struggled to find clothes that fit his 6'7" frame, sparking an idea to create his own label. Over three decades, he crafted a brand synonymous with...

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Sep 10 2024BUSINESS

The Deal-Making Circus: A Week of Mergers, Mayhem and Fashion Faux Pas

It's been quite the week in the world of business! First up, retail drama queen LL Flooring had a last-minute change of heart about shutting down all its stores. After securing a buyer in private equity firm F9, they signed on to sell their assets and ongoing operations - crisis averted (for now). Speaking of crises, Big Lots is pulling the plug on itself after st...

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Sep 08 2024BUSINESS

Is New York Fashion Week Losing its Spark?

New York City Fashion Week is back, with big names like Tommy Hilfiger, Tory Burch, and Michael Kors taking center stage. But hold on, is the Big Apple still the fashion capital it once was? Some folks are worried that the city's style scene is losing its shine. Think about it: Between 2014 and 2024, the number of New Yorkers working in fashion dropped by almost 30...

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