Labels that used to be available only at the local mall are changing their distribution models in order to build a direct, and hopefully more profitable, relationship with the consumer. But it's a tricky move to pull off.
This week L’Agence taps J Brand-founder Jeffrey Rudes as its new chief executive, while Stylebop names Ronald Burton its new fashion director.
This week, chief executive officer Caroline Brown and creative directors Maxwell Osborne and Dao-Yi Chow exited their posts at DKNY, and The Communications Store has appointed Stacie Henderson to lead its US operations.
In a saturated market, denim collections launched by designer ready-to-wear brands are driving new momentum.
BoF compiles the most important professional moves of the week.
"An executive shuffle continues at J Brand with the blue jeans company's founder, Jeff Rudes, leaving as the chief executive."
"J Brand founder Jeff Rudes wanted to create the perfect pair of jeans. Now he is turning the denim brand into a fully fledged fashion label."
Blinded by Brights (On the Runway) "The fashion world took a giant leap into color this spring, and the denim makers were still offering vintage and
LOS ANGELES, United States — While preparing for our FASHION PIONEERS interview with Natalie Massenet over the summer, I had the chance to spend
NEW YORK, United States — As the holiday shopping season draws near, we're watching the market for premium denim with particular interest. According