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Can Berlin Fashion Week Capture — and Hold — the Industry’s Interest?
Berlin Fashion Week is getting more attention by focusing on independent local designers. But can it hold its…
Alexandra Benezra’s PR Agency Expands Into U.S. And Hospitality
PR agencies are reshuffling their priorities with a sharper focus on VIPs, events and the hospitality…
EXCLUSIVE: Ida Petersson, Who Quit Browns Last Year and Cofounded Her Own Creative Agency, Joins Board of Swedish Label Filippa K
Petersson was most recently buying director at Browns, and earlier this year cofounded Good Eggs, a…
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Fashion Industry Leaders, Including Donna Karan, Rachel Zoe & More, Denounce Antisemitism
A letter written by London-based designer Deborah Lyons in early November continues to attract signatures…
Browns Launches Amiri Capsule Collection Inspired by Music
Inspired by music-steeped subcultures, the unisex 21-piece capsule collection is exclusive to Browns.
Margherita Maccapani Missoni Readies Her First Retail Launch With Browns
The designer said she's not citing any category expansions just yet as she's focusing on "a specific offering…
The Vampire’s Wife Label Settles Debt With U.K. Tax Office
The fashion company said it has raised fresh funds from existing investors to pay off its outstanding debts.
U.K. Court to Issue Wind-up Order for London Brand The Vampire’s Wife
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Simon Burstein Builds a Bookish Brand: Leathersmith of London
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Street Dreams: Crenshaw Skate Club Comes to London With Browns
Tobey McIntosh has designed a 20-piece ready-to-wear collection, as well as four skateboard decks.
Paris Texas Debuts Bridal Footwear Collection With Browns
Cinderella's glass slipper no more: the Italian buzzy shoe label's take on bridal comes with towering…