Jimmy Choo's first-quarter revenue rose 10.5 percent from a year earlier and exceeded expectations. Capri's chief executive identified casual footwear as a long-term growth opportunity for the brand.
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Luxury resilience meets sharper pressure on fashion operators
Day’s Recap
Supporting Articles
Capri Holdings reported a stronger first quarter but cut its outlook because of inventory pressure and concerns about conditions in the Middle East. The warning affects its Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo brands.
7:40 AMWWDChanel's sales rose 16% in the first half of the year, according to the report.
5:47 AMBloomberg MarketsAn IndustriALL Global Union affiliate alleges that H&M and Inditex failed to respond adequately to a labor dispute at Turkish supplier Eroğlu Giyim. The case raises questions about how far the brands' global sourcing commitments extend when workers organize.
4:59 PMWWDFerragamo has reopened its Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive flagship as the first U.S. store to introduce a new global retail concept developed by creative director Maximilian Davis and architect Vincent Van Duysen.
12:00 PMWWDNext raised its financial outlook for the third time this fiscal year after second-quarter sales jumped, helped by warm UK weather and pent-up demand in the Middle East and northern Europe. The stronger performance pushed its shares to a record.
2:15 AMBloomberg MarketsExecutives from Gamatex, Kaihara, Shinohara, TCE and XDD discuss the sustainability priorities buyers are bringing to mills, along with recent collection developments and their outlook for the market.
6:44 PMWWDNew findings indicate that most people have feet wider than the standard measurements used by many footwear brands. The gap is prompting companies to reconsider sizing, fit, and product development.
10:01 AMWWDExemplar Luxury Group has appointed Chloe King as women’s fashion director, expanding her responsibilities across the Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue brands.
5:02 PMWWD4:44 PMWWD
Jimmy Choo’s Casual Shoe Offering Seen as ‘Long-term Growth Opportunity,’ Capri CEO Says
Summary
Jimmy Choo's first-quarter revenue rose 10.5 percent from a year earlier and exceeded expectations. Capri's chief executive identified casual footwear as a long-term growth opportunity for the brand.
The results give Capri room to invest in Jimmy Choo's expansion beyond formal and occasion
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Jimmy Choo is using strong momentum to pursue a more accessible category with larger growth potential.
7:40 AMWWD
Capri Holdings Cuts Outlook on Inventory, Middle East Concerns
Summary
Capri Holdings reported a stronger first quarter but cut its outlook because of inventory pressure and concerns about conditions in the Middle East. The warning affects its Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo brands.
The lowered forecast signals that a good quarter has not resolved Capri's underlying demand and
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Capri's warning points to renewed pressure on accessible luxury and raises the risk of weaker margins across its brands.
5:47 AMBloomberg Markets
Chanel Sales Jump 16% in First Half (Video)
Summary
Chanel's sales rose 16% in the first half of the year, according to the report.
The gain shows continued momentum at one of luxury fashion's largest privately held brands. It
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Chanel's performance suggests the top end of luxury remains more resilient than the broader fashion market.
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4:59 PMWWD
H&M, Inditex Face Union-Busting Claims at Turkish Supplier
Summary
An IndustriALL Global Union affiliate alleges that H&M and Inditex failed to respond adequately to a labor dispute at Turkish supplier Eroğlu Giyim. The case raises questions about how far the brands' global sourcing commitments extend when workers organize.
The dispute shifts scrutiny from supplier conduct to brand accountability. H&M and Inditex could face
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The case tests whether fashion brands' labor standards carry consequences beyond their direct operations.
12:00 PMWWD
EXCLUSIVE: Ferragamo Debuts Global Retail Concept With Reopened Rodeo Drive Flagship
Summary
Ferragamo has reopened its Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive flagship as the first U.S. store to introduce a new global retail concept developed by creative director Maximilian Davis and architect Vincent Van Duysen.
The Rodeo Drive store becomes a test case for Ferragamo's updated brand identity and its
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A flagship redesign can set the visual and commercial template for Ferragamo's global stores.
2:15 AMBloomberg Markets
Next Lifts Outlook as UK’s Hot Summer Boosts Clothing Sales
Summary
Next raised its financial outlook for the third time this fiscal year after second-quarter sales jumped, helped by warm UK weather and pent-up demand in the Middle East and northern Europe. The stronger performance pushed its shares to a record.
The upgrade shows that demand has broadened beyond Next’s core UK market, but part of
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Next’s performance suggests selective strength in apparel retail, while exposing how quickly weather and regional demand shifts can change earnings expectations.
6:44 PMWWD
Mills Update: Japan, Vietnam and Indonesia Producers on How Sustainability is Evolving
Summary
Executives from Gamatex, Kaihara, Shinohara, TCE and XDD discuss the sustainability priorities buyers are bringing to mills, along with recent collection developments and their outlook for the market.
Buyer demand is pushing Japanese and Vietnamese producers to treat sustainability as a product and
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Mills increasingly determine how credibly fashion brands can meet sustainability commitments at scale.
10:01 AMWWD
A Majority of People Have Wider-Than-Average Feet — How Footwear Brands Are Responding
Summary
New findings indicate that most people have feet wider than the standard measurements used by many footwear brands. The gap is prompting companies to reconsider sizing, fit, and product development.
The core shift is that conventional shoe sizing may be misaligned with the majority of
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Better width sizing could turn fit from a persistent source of frustration into a meaningful competitive advantage.
5:02 PMWWD
EXCLUSIVE: Exemplar Luxury Group Names a Women’s Fashion Director
Summary
Exemplar Luxury Group has appointed Chloe King as women’s fashion director, expanding her responsibilities across the Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue brands.
The appointment consolidates women's fashion direction across two major luxury retail businesses under one executive.
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A centralized women's fashion strategy could affect buying priorities and brand presentation across both retail platforms.
Other Developments
A curated list of other prominent stories from this day.
Havaianas is introducing a kitten-heel version of its signature flip-flop, moving the product into a more elevated fashion category. The launch extends the brand's core silhouette beyond casual beachwear.
4:51 PMWWDSam Edelman is pursuing major expansion across its categories, with men's footwear emerging as a central growth initiative. The brand's strategy builds on strong momentum in its existing business.
4:34 PMWWDNew Balance has updated one of its flagship tennis shoes ahead of the U.S. Open. The brand is also preparing new on-court apparel and equipment launches around the tournament.
4:06 PMWWDFashionphile will host a three-day pop-up at 131 Greene Street in SoHo, offering pre-owned luxury handbags from brands including Chanel, Gucci, Dior and Miu Miu. The inventory will be priced below $2,500.
3:57 PMWWDTravel accessories brand Parallelle has rebranded as Afform as it expands beyond beauty organization. The company projects that sales will triple in 2026 as it broadens its product range.
3:51 PMWWDInvestors are awaiting On's earnings report for more detail on the company's outlook and future plans. The company has undergone its second top leadership change in a year, adding uncertainty ahead of the results.
3:38 PMWWDHannah Waddingham and Juno Temple wore contrasting shoes at the New York premiere of "Ted Lasso," using their footwear to reflect their characters Rebecca and Keeley.
12:55 PMWWDThe shopping guide selects women's walking shoes across affordable and athletic categories, prioritizing comfort and support.
12:46 PMWWDThe four Katseye members presented distinct beauty looks at the Los Angeles screening of "Katseye: Wild Hearts," including halo hair, bleached brows and minimal blush.
12:45 PMWWDAngel Reese hosted a Barbie-themed event to mark the release of the Reebok x Barbie Angel Reese 1, with guests wearing Barbie-inspired shoes and outfits.
12:35 PMWWDFour Katseye members attended the Los Angeles screening of their documentary in coordinated black dresses, pairing the looks with pointed pumps and edgy boots.
12:22 PMWWDThe Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology will open an exhibition on Sept. 16 featuring more than 170 objects focused on doll dressing.
12:11 PMWWDTwo research reports examine the factors shaping back-to-school shopping and the growing role of artificial intelligence in finding deals. The reports suggest that AI can help shoppers compare options and make more targeted purchases.
11:00 AMWWDThe article curates gym shoes priced below $100 for different activities, including treadmill running and weightlifting. The selection spans major athletic brands and matches shoe features to workout needs.
10:55 AMWWDMonica Barbaro wore a short summer look by Trochopoulos during an appearance on The Tonight Show. The outfit extended the light, warm-weather wardrobe she has worn throughout her One Night Only press tour.
10:21 AMWWDChristian Louboutin is creating custom shoes for performers including Adéla, Ariana Grande, and Sabrina Carpenter. Each design is tailored to the artist's visual identity and stage aesthetic.
10:16 AMWWDReebok has partnered with London publisher Idea on a glow-in-the-dark version of the Club C 85. The collaboration draws on Idea's interest in everyday collectibles and recasts Reebok's classic court shoe through that lens.
10:01 AMWWDIris van Herpen is creating a collective garment at the Brooklyn Museum, part of a broader cultural discussion that also touches the Smithsonian and higher education.
6:00 AMHyperallergicChanel remained the leading brand in Lyst’s ranking, while Miu Miu rose two places to second. Demand for Miu Miu’s crochet bags and sunglasses increased 30 percent, with its New Balance collaboration featuring Coco Gauff also sustaining attention.
3:01 AMWWDAnne Klein has named actress and activist Olivia Munn as an ambassador and the face of its fall campaign. The partnership connects the brand's message of women's empowerment with breast cancer awareness initiatives.
12:01 AMWWD4:51 PMWWD
Havaianas’ New Kitten Heel Gives Its Famous Flip-flop a Runway Makeover
Summary
Havaianas is introducing a kitten-heel version of its signature flip-flop, moving the product into a more elevated fashion category. The launch extends the brand's core silhouette beyond casual beachwear.
The heel is a bid to increase the flip-flop's fashion relevance and potentially support higher
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Havaianas is testing whether a mass-market staple can become a broader fashion platform.
4:34 PMWWD
Sam Edelman’s Next Big Play Is Men’s Shoes + More on the Brand’s Strong Growth
Summary
Sam Edelman is pursuing major expansion across its categories, with men's footwear emerging as a central growth initiative. The brand's strategy builds on strong momentum in its existing business.
Men's shoes give Sam Edelman a new customer segment while broader category expansion increases its
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The strategy aims to turn a successful women's footwear brand into a more diversified business.
4:06 PMWWD
New Balance Just Updated One of Its Flagship Tennis Shoes Ahead of the U.S. Open
Summary
New Balance has updated one of its flagship tennis shoes ahead of the U.S. Open. The brand is also preparing new on-court apparel and equipment launches around the tournament.
The timing links product innovation to one of tennis's highest-visibility events, giving New Balance a
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New Balance is using the U.S. Open to turn athlete visibility into a product and category push.
3:57 PMWWD
Fashionphile to Host Three-day SoHo Pop-up Event
Summary
Fashionphile will host a three-day pop-up at 131 Greene Street in SoHo, offering pre-owned luxury handbags from brands including Chanel, Gucci, Dior and Miu Miu. The inventory will be priced below $2,500.
The event brings Fashionphile's resale proposition into a high-traffic physical setting while using a defined
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The pop-up shows resale platforms using physical retail to make authenticated luxury more accessible.
3:51 PMWWD
Afform Rebrand Signals Next Growth Chapter for Viral Travel Accessories Brand
Summary
Travel accessories brand Parallelle has rebranded as Afform as it expands beyond beauty organization. The company projects that sales will triple in 2026 as it broadens its product range.
The rebrand marks a shift from a narrow product identity to a wider travel-accessories platform.
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Afform is betting that a viral niche product can support a much larger travel business.
3:38 PMWWD
Will Investors Turn Bullish on On After Earnings Report Next Week?
Summary
Investors are awaiting On's earnings report for more detail on the company's outlook and future plans. The company has undergone its second top leadership change in a year, adding uncertainty ahead of the results.
The leadership turnover raises the bar for the earnings report, which must reassure investors that
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On's next earnings report will be judged as much on leadership stability as on financial performance.
12:55 PMWWD
Hannah Waddingham and Juno Temple Channel Rebecca and Keeley With Character-coded Shoes
Summary
Hannah Waddingham and Juno Temple wore contrasting shoes at the New York premiere of "Ted Lasso," using their footwear to reflect their characters Rebecca and Keeley.
The styling turns character recognition into a red-carpet device. By translating Rebecca and Keeley's distinct
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Character-coded dressing makes celebrity footwear part of franchise storytelling rather than a separate fashion statement.
12:46 PMWWD
We Found the Best Walking Shoes for Women to Shop Online, From the Affordable to the Athletic
Summary
The shopping guide selects women's walking shoes across affordable and athletic categories, prioritizing comfort and support.
The roundup treats walking shoes as performance essentials rather than purely casual purchases. Its range
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Comfort-led footwear remains a broad consumer category, spanning budget basics and specialized athletic designs.
12:45 PMWWD
Breaking Down the Beauty of Katseye: Halo Hair, Bleached Brows and Blushless Cheeks
Summary
The four Katseye members presented distinct beauty looks at the Los Angeles screening of "Katseye: Wild Hearts," including halo hair, bleached brows and minimal blush.
The group is using individual beauty codes to differentiate its members within a tightly coordinated
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Individualized beauty gives global pop groups a stronger visual system for building separate member identities.
12:35 PMWWD
Angel Reese Hosts ‘Barbie Night’ to Celebrate Reebok x Barbie Angel Reese 1 Shoe Release
Summary
Angel Reese hosted a Barbie-themed event to mark the release of the Reebok x Barbie Angel Reese 1, with guests wearing Barbie-inspired shoes and outfits.
The launch combines Reese's athlete identity with Barbie's established visual world, turning a footwear release
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The collaboration shows how sports footwear brands use entertainment properties and athlete personas to create broader cultural relevance.
12:22 PMWWD
Katseye Completed Their Coordinated Black Dresses With Sharp Pumps and Edgy Boots at ‘Katseye: Wild Hearts’ Screening
Summary
Four Katseye members attended the Los Angeles screening of their documentary in coordinated black dresses, pairing the looks with pointed pumps and edgy boots.
The matching dresses establish a unified group image, while the varied footwear prevents the styling
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Group styling works best when shared visual cues leave room for individual differentiation.
12:11 PMWWD
Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology to Unveil Doll Dressing Exhibit
Summary
The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology will open an exhibition on Sept. 16 featuring more than 170 objects focused on doll dressing.
The exhibition treats doll clothing as a substantial record of fashion design, production and cultural
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Doll fashion offers museums a way to examine design history through both collectible culture and everyday play.
11:00 AMWWD
Hunting for Deals with AI this Back-to-School Season
Summary
Two research reports examine the factors shaping back-to-school shopping and the growing role of artificial intelligence in finding deals. The reports suggest that AI can help shoppers compare options and make more targeted purchases.
AI is moving from a novelty to a practical shopping tool as families face tighter
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AI could change how families search for value and how brands compete for back-to-school spending.
10:55 AMWWD
The Best Gym Shoes Under $100 — From Nike, Brooks, and Beyond — That Won’t Break Your Budget
Summary
The article curates gym shoes priced below $100 for different activities, including treadmill running and weightlifting. The selection spans major athletic brands and matches shoe features to workout needs.
The under-$100 price ceiling makes performance footwear more accessible as consumers continue to separate shoes
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Affordable, specialized footwear gives budget-conscious consumers more performance options without requiring premium prices.
10:21 AMWWD
Monica Barbaro Keeps Summer Dressing Short and Sweet in Trochopoulos
Summary
Monica Barbaro wore a short summer look by Trochopoulos during an appearance on The Tonight Show. The outfit extended the light, warm-weather wardrobe she has worn throughout her One Night Only press tour.
Barbaro's continued use of short, summery silhouettes keeps seasonal dressing visible during a high-profile promotional
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Celebrity press appearances can turn a seasonal silhouette and a lesser-known label into immediate fashion conversation.
10:16 AMWWD
Adéla, Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter and More Pop Stars Are Taking Custom Christian Louboutin Shoes to the Stage
Summary
Christian Louboutin is creating custom shoes for performers including Adéla, Ariana Grande, and Sabrina Carpenter. Each design is tailored to the artist's visual identity and stage aesthetic.
Custom stage footwear lets Louboutin function as part of an artist's visual brand rather than
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Artist-specific footwear extends luxury branding into the performance economy, where visual identity drives attention and demand.
10:01 AMWWD
Reebok Taps Cult London Publisher Idea for Glow-in-the-dark Club C 85
Summary
Reebok has partnered with London publisher Idea on a glow-in-the-dark version of the Club C 85. The collaboration draws on Idea's interest in everyday collectibles and recasts Reebok's classic court shoe through that lens.
The partnership gives a familiar Reebok silhouette new cultural relevance by connecting it to Idea's
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Reebok is using limited-edition storytelling and a distinctive material treatment to refresh a legacy sneaker.
6:00 AMHyperallergic
Pleating With Iris van Herpen
Summary
Iris van Herpen is creating a collective garment at the Brooklyn Museum, part of a broader cultural discussion that also touches the Smithsonian and higher education.
The Brooklyn project treats fashion as a participatory art form rather than a finished object
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The project shows how museums are using fashion to create participation, not just preserve design history.
3:01 AMWWD
Chanel Retains Top Spot, Massimo Dutti, Celine and Phoebe Philo Surge on Lyst’s Hottest Brands Ranking
Summary
Chanel remained the leading brand in Lyst’s ranking, while Miu Miu rose two places to second. Demand for Miu Miu’s crochet bags and sunglasses increased 30 percent, with its New Balance collaboration featuring Coco Gauff also sustaining attention.
Miu Miu’s rise shows how accessories and high-visibility collaborations can move a luxury brand’s ranking
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The ranking shows that fashion demand is concentrating around distinctive accessories, cultural partnerships and brands that convert online attention into purchase intent.
12:01 AMWWD
Anne Klein Names Olivia Munn as Ambassador and Face of Fall Campaign
Summary
Anne Klein has named actress and activist Olivia Munn as an ambassador and the face of its fall campaign. The partnership connects the brand's message of women's empowerment with breast cancer awareness initiatives.
Munn gives Anne Klein a public figure who can connect fashion marketing to a broader
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Anne Klein is using celebrity reach and cause marketing to refresh its relationship with modern women.
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