News
Retail
H&M Gets Green Light for Champs-Elysees
Swedish fashion firm faced opposition for Paris mayor's office.
– September 25, 2008
Runway
Brioni RTW Spring 2009
From the opening scene of tailors working on a draped dress, it looked like Brioni was primed to unleash a sartorial savvy collection.
– September 25, 2008
Runway
Dsquared2 RTW Spring
Leave it to Dan and Dean Caten to inject a little Studio 54 sizzle in a rather quiet Milan season. Opening and closing the show with a supermodel trio.
– September 25, 2008
Runway
Alessandro Dell'Acqua RTW
In recent seasons, Alessandro Dell'Acqua has toned down the steam and ramped up the quality of his clothes, a pursuit he carried forth for spring.
– September 25, 2008
The Markets
Jeans Makers Seek Fresh Looks at Kingpins Show
The offer includes novel treatments mimicking leather and plastic.
– September 25, 2008
Fashion
Paris Preview: Scene
Before Paris Fashion Week begins, WWD shares the pleasures of Paris: the best places to shop, eat, drink, sleep, stroll and romp in the great city of light.
– September 25, 2008
Business
Prada Denies It's Seeking Investor
Prada SpA is not considering the sale of a minority stake to a Dubai-based investor and still intends to list when markets improve, a spokesman said.
– September 25, 2008
Fashion
Going Tall at Roberto Cavalli... Rihanna at Gucci
Attending Roberto Cavalli for the first time, actress Marisa Berenson said she's launching a line of all-natural face creams, including a "magical elixir."
– September 25, 2008
The Markets
Train and Platform 2 Trade Shows Roll On
Unique pieces still sold well at Train and Platform 2 shows, both owned by French parent Prêt à Porter Paris.
– September 25, 2008
Fashion
Paris RTW Show Calendar
Schedule for fall ready-to-wear shows in Paris, Sept. 27 to Oct. 5, 2008.
– September 25, 2008
Runway
Quirky Youth at Marni
"Marni is a playful brand, so we wanted to re-create that feeling with makeup," makeup artist Tom Pecheux said.
– September 24, 2008
