The breakout trend was seen on runways at Christian Cowan and Christopher John Rogers, among others.

Leslie Jones and stars from Netflix’s “Cheer” bring “mat-talk” to NYFW and more viral moments.

The Sustainable Cotton Ranking urges brands to form policy, be transparent and actually uptake "sustainable cotton," as the gap widens.

Macy’s is closing 16 of its 36 Story shops following 10 months of testing and learning since launching the format inside its stores, WWD has learned. Story has been among the most touted elements of the department store’s innovation agenda, along with the rollout of the Backstage in-store and freestanding concept, and Market by Macy’s, a 20,000-square-foot specialty store that debuted in Southlake, Tex., last week with a “curated” offering. Story was launched at Macy’s Herald Square flagship and 35 branch stores in 15 states in April 2019 after the corporation purchased the business in 2018 from its founder Rachel Shechtman and named her Macy’s brand experience officer. Story shops inside Macy’s average 1,500 square feet and have customized, flexible fixtures, and, similar to the original Story store, which was at 144 10th Avenue in the Chelsea section of Manhattan, they change their merchandise theme, products and decor every two months or so. While confirming the closing of certain Story shops, Macy’s stressed that the remaining 20 are not going away. As a Macy’s spokeswoman explained, “Since its launch in early 2019, Story @ Macy’s has been a test and learn incubator for engaging customer experiences, acquiring new customers and offering unique products. As

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Posen will advise on all facets related to the creative and strategic direction, marketing and promotion of the Zac Posen branded businesses.

The brand received a $45 million investment last year to support its expansion.

Rounding out the top five are Tom Ford, Christian Siriano , Coach and Oscar de la Renta.

The restyling hinges on a clearer division of product categories, a more essential layout and the implementation of a beauty lounge.

The winner will be announced in May and receive 200,000 pounds along with mentoring.

Francesco Trapani’s Bluebell Capital Partners is urging the German apparel company to revamp its strategy.

It owns The Miami Herald, The Kansas City Star, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, The Sacramento Bee and The Charlotte Observer.

Lil Milan is the latest female-led jewelry brand banking on women’s increasing self-gifting trend and attracting Millennial customers.

The exhibit, which displays designs by the likes of Helmut Lang and Rudi Gernreich, runs at the MAK Museum from Feb. 14 to July 12.

WWD started NYFW with influencers, designers and industry executives to share insights on getting started, keeping it real and the importance of wellness.

Elle U.K. saw the biggest loss as it repositioned itself last year.

The star-studded front rows and viral performances that were hallmarks of the fall season.

The Federal Trade Commission seems to be all ears as it aims to better navigate social media's murky advertising landscape.

Farmacy, Ilia and Youth to the People are among the brands to join the second season of Biossance's educational platform.

The event launched the Galaxy Z Flip Thom Browne Edition phone and accessories.

The women's collection will be carried in the company's stores and online this fall.