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Monday, August 10

Mens Lifestyle

Unpacking the New Menswear Consumer

Men are splintering into distinct style tribes, and designers, brands and retailers must figure out the best way to cater to their varied tastes and demands.

Jewelry

High Jewelry’s Changing Landscape of Independents and Innovations

From archetypal necklaces to horse-borne odysseys, jewelers are attuned to a consumer increasingly drawn to unique designs, elusive gems and innovative approaches.

Fashion Scoops

Alo Takes Online-first Approach in China With Tmall Exclusive Launch

The brand’s e-commerce launch follows the opening of its events-booking platform on Wechat Mini Program and the appointment of a new brand ambassador, the Chinese K-pop star Ningning of Aespa.

Human Resources

Will Kernan to Succeed Peter Ruis as John Lewis Managing Director

The former New Look and River Island executive will take up the role in mid-September ahead of the peak trading period, while Ruis is leaving to pursue new projects.

Mens Retail Business

Strength of Tailored Clothing Lifts Spirits of Stores at Chicago Collective

Independent merchants searched for sportswear to complement their suit and sport coat assortments at the menswear show.

Fashion Features

EXCLUSIVE: Michael Kors Features Judith Light, Lea Michele, Misty Copeland and More for 45th Anniversary Campaign

The campaign was photographed by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin and styled by Carlos Nazario.

Fashion Scoops

Champion Inks Global Partnership Deal With V of BTS

The singer will be among the celebrities featured in the brand's fall “True Champion” campaign.