Business|CEO Interview

Barney Waters on 60 years of K-Swiss and a four-day celebration during the US Open

In 1966, Swiss brothers Art and Ernie Brunner arrived in Los Angeles, California, to create a footwear brand dedicated to tennis players. This August, their brand, K-Swiss, is throwing a party in New York City during US Open season to celebrate its 60th anniversary. Barney Waters, K-Swiss’ international brand president, is the man leading the...

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Chloé: What's behind creative director Chemena Kamali's rumoured departure?

Is Chemena Kamali really set to leave the luxury house owned by Swiss luxury group Richemont? While nothing is official, rumours are circulating in the media about the possible departure of Chemena Kamali, who was appointed creative director of Chloé in October 2023. On July 30, Glitz published an article titled “After Alaïa, Chloé struggles to...

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Fashion |In Pictures

Disney expands its licensing business with a wave of fall 2026 collaborations

Disney has announced its style lineup for fall 2026. During its D23: The Official Disney Fan Club exposition, held from August 14 to 16 in Anaheim, California, the company confirmed 15 collaborations releasing from August to October. The number of collaborations announced shouldn’t come as a surprise. Disney has a long history of partnering with...

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Arc'teryx on growing without alienating a core community

Propelled by the rise of the “gorpcore” movement, which saw technical apparel infiltrate urban fashion, Canadian brand Arc'teryx has become one of the most coveted names in the outdoor industry in just a few seasons. Its newfound visibility is now prompting the brand to consider how to pursue growth without devaluing its image. Moreover, it must...

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