Editor-turned-entrepreneur Kate Davidson Hudson on bringing shoppable runways to NYFW Kate Davidson Hudson is among the utmost Fashion Month experts, having experienced the shows from a variety of perspectives — as a fashion editor, a street style star and, now, a retail company founder and CEO. On the latest Glossy Podcast, Davidson Hudson discusses what she's come to know about the importance...
Designer Christian Cowan on embracing ‘the hustle and strategy behind growing a brand that survives’ A Central Saint Martins alum and one-time CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalist, designer Christian Cowan founded his namesake brand in 2017 after Lady Gaga’s support thrust him into the spotlight. Today, the London native who now resides in NYC is well-known for his fun, attention-grabbing designs. They’ve been selling at retailers...
Patbo’s Patricia Bonaldi: ‘I care about consistency and evolution, not trends’ Ahead of Patbo's September 10 runway show at New York Fashion Week, Bonadi joined the Glossy Podcast to discuss the brand's growth, as well as the strategies that are working to its advantage. For example, it’s leaned into its customers’ demand for runway pieces, marketing them as such and selling...
Luxury Briefing: How Moon Boot became a luxury brand Moon Boot’s original “Icon” style is not a typical boot. For example, it’s ambidextrous, gender-neutral and available in just four sizes. And, made from materials including PVC, polyester and rubber and selling for $240, it’s not “luxury” in the traditional sense. However, it’s sold at Saks Fifth Avenue and Net-a-Porter,...
Inside Eva Chen’s Instagram-influenced West Elm collaboration West Elm Kids is "an exciting growth opportunity for West Elm,” the company’s president, Day Kornbluth, told Glossy in 2023. Since launching in 2021, West Elm Kids has debuted several collaborations, including with Pottery Barn Kids, National Geographic and fashion designer Joseph Altuzarra. Kornbluth said West Elm has specifically sought...
Raise Fashion CEO Felita Harris: Fashion is treating DEI like a trend At a time when DEI initiatives are regressing and investment in BIPOC brands is dropping, Raise Fashion continues to make an impact. As described by Felita Harris, a founding board member and now the CEO of the nonprofit organization, Raise has remained dedicated to advancing the equity of BIPOC talent...
Luxury Briefing: 2 new companies plan to repair fashion’s broken systems, starting at New York Fashion Week This week: Backed by industry veterans, Tunl and The Outlaw Agency are giving lesser-known designers the opportunity to be at the center of the fashion conversation. On a related note, RAISE Fashion is paving the way for more BIPOC designers to show up at New York Fashion Week. And, porn...
Jeff Rudes and Tara Rudes-Dann on L’Agence’s expansion to home and beauty After 16 years in business, advanced contemporary fashion brand L’Agence is hitting the gas on growth. On top of introducing a Jean Bar retail concept, starting with a new store in L.A., the brand is expanding internationally to Europe and Asia. Category expansion is also a key part of the...
Luxury Briefing: With searches up 900%, the men’s bag boom is upon us Influenced by the athletes and male celebrities carrying Bottega Veneta Cassettes and Hermès Birkins, more men are expanding their accessories investments from strictly sneakers to crossbodies and carryalls. With the luxury market slowing, the trend offers a growth opportunity for fashion brands and retailers.