Sports used to be a healthy diversion for us. The amateur status was held in high esteem based on the ethos sana in corpore sano, meaning “a sound mind in a sound body.” In sports, professionalism was frowned upon. Somewhere along the line all that changed. Sports became big business. In 1968 the major tennis … Read more
Giambattista Valli announced debut Milan flagship store. Italian designer Giambattista Valli is turning his eyes to the Italian fashion capital of Milan. With with two stores in Paris, Giambattista Valli’s first Italian store is located on 12 via Sant’ Andrea, at the ‘Quadrilatero della moda.’ The 130 sq m flagship on the luxury fashion district … Read more
The founder of Jimmy Choo talks about finding her voice, her new company and why she’s no longer afraid of being labelled ‘difficult to work with’
American lifestyle brand Tory Burch opened its first West Coast flagship at 366 North Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills in November. This is the label’s fourth boutique in Los Angeles. The entire Tory Burch collection is available at the new store, including ready-to-wear, handbags, shoes, jewelry, small leather goods, swimwear, accessories and the new … Read more
Lady Gaga. A striking resemblance to her friend Donatella Versace. Italian fashion house Versace confirmed that 27-year-old popstar Lady Gaga is the face of its Spring – Summer 2014 campaign. The images show a Lady Gaga capturing the “Versace essence: creative, experimental, fearless.” and a striking resemblance to Donatella Versace. “Lady Gaga appears as … Read more
Louis Vuitton Townhouse launch party at Selfridges London. Louis Vuitton luxury fashion house created a new customer experience and a new global destination at Selfridges London with the opening of the new Louis Vuitton Townhouse, where the idea of transformation of retail into a theatrical production became reality after four years of preparation. .The three floors … Read more