American clothing and accessories retailer GAP launches a second GapKids and babyGap collection by Diane von Furstenberg, one of the premier names in American fashion,. The Spring 2013 DVF for Gap collection is will be available for purchase in April 2013 in select GapKids, babyGap and DVF stores. “I really loved the challenge of translating … Read more
Asia has the world’s most billionaires Carlos Slim (73) – ranked as the “Richest Man on the Planet” On its 2013 list, Hurun Report, a monthly magazine best known for its “China Rich List“, a ranking of the wealthiest individuals in China, has ranked 1453 individuals with personal wealth of US$1 billion or more. Real … Read more
TAG Heuer launches E-commerce site TAG Heuer luxury watch manufacturer (a brand owned by French luxury goods conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy • Louis Vuitton), announced the launch of the first E-commerce site. Paying homage to the brand’s eight avant-garde retail boutiques in the U.S., the new online boutique will mimic TAG Heuer‘s “lifestyle lounge.” According … Read more
Designer Patricia Urquiola designs new Santoni’s flagship boutique in Milan Luxury Italian shoemaker Santoni celebrated the opening of its flagship boutique at 6 via Montenapoleone in Milan. Guests, including Academy Award Winner Juliette Binoche , were welcomed by President and CEO Giuseppe Santoni and sipped on champagne while they viewed Santoni’s contemporary men’s shoes, women’s … Read more
Vivienne Westwood, Ted Baker, Stella McCartney and H&M among winners of Peta Fashion Awards Meeting consumers’ demand for animal-free fashion, pleather, faux fur and other cruelty-free fabrics are more popular than ever. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) – with the help of judges Sadie Frost and Meg Mathews – is recognising the … Read more
100,000 Swarovski crystals will be part of the spectacular set at The Oscars 2013 – 85th Academy Awards, the sixth time Swarovski crystals have been a key ingredient in The Oscars stage design. This year, Tony Award-winning Production Designer Derek McLane has incorporated over 1,500 pounds of Swarovski crystal into the stage and auditorium design. … Read more