Race on the Runway (WSJ)
In its groundbreaking July issue, Italian Vogue features all black models. But the Wall Street Journal asks, "Is it an indication of a new trend toward diversity on the runways or just a fad?"
Paris’s fairies still produce the stuff of dreams (The Times)
Lisa Armstrong reviews the glorious parade of couture frocks in Paris.
Lisa Armstrong reviews the glorious parade of couture frocks in Paris.
Business big shot: Nick Robertson of Asos (The Times)
Asos chief executive, Nick Robertson, is preparing to take the ascendant online fashion retailer abroad.
Stores Look to Lure Millennial Generation (WWD)
Retailers are flexing their marketing muscle to attract the Millennial generation.
I prefer your piece to Ms. Horyns. Bottom line—”the more it changes, the more it stays the same”. This whole thing is trendy and as of the first announcement of the issue, is forgotten.
Posted by: t – 2 July, 2008 at 7:51 pmRe: Race on the Runway Vogue Italia’s “Black Issue” feels like a fad. But continuing growth in emerging markets like India and China will inevitably bring more long-lasting racial diversity to both fashion editorial and runways.
Posted by: Vikram Alexei Kansara – 2 July, 2008 at 9:13 pm