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Fairchild Media Group Launches WWD Thailand in Partnership With Digizen
4+ mon, 1+ day ago (850+ words) The platform is expected to launch in September with digital and social-first coverage, followed by official events and activations. Fairchild Media Group, in partnership with Digizen Co. Ltd., a leader in digital media and influencer management in Thailand, announces the launch of WWD Thailand, the latest expansion of the iconic fashion media brand. This new edition will bring WWD's authoritative coverage of the global fashion, beauty, retail and related industries and personalities to audiences across Thailand. WWD Thailand will deliver a dynamic mix of localized editorial content and globally relevant stories, offering in-depth coverage of industry news, retail innovation and fashion trends through a digital-first publishing model. The platform will be published in Thai and tailored to reflect the country's vibrant fashion and business landscape, with a focus on spotlighting regional talent, brands and market movements. "We are thrilled to…...
WWD Timeline: Tracing 115 Years of Covering Fashion, Retail, Beauty and More
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (1096+ words) A look back at how the publication has evolved over more than a century. Women's Wear makes its first appearance on May 21 as a page in the Saturday edition of the Daily Trade Record (DNR). Although originally slated as a quarterly for 50 cents a year, on July 13, 1910, Women's Wear bows as a daily afternoon paper at 1 cent an issue. WWD introduces the first of its kind Dictionary of Fashion specifically for the trade. The dictionary, an A to Z guide to the global fashion and textiles trade, changes the language of fashion. WWD's London bureau is established. Louis E. Fairchild's son Edgar W.B. Fairchild joins the firm. Women's Wear magazine debuts as a twice a month magazine for retailers and department stores. Covering the East (New York) and the West (Chicago)." Women's Wear changes its name to Women's Wear Daily and trademarks…...
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (215+ words) The top newsmakers from across the years of WWD. Jamie Salter, chairman, Authentic Brands Group Josh Schulman, CEO, Burberry Yehuda Shmidman, cofounder, chairman and CEO, WHP Global David Simon, chairman, president and CEO, Simon Property Group Raf Simons, Prada's co-creative director Paul Smith, designer, founder and chairman of Paul Smith Tony Spring, chairman and CEO of Macy's Inc. Sidney Toledano, adviser to the LVMH chairman and CEO Silvia Venturini Fendi, Fendi's artistic director of accessories and menswear Known for her work with A-list talents including Tracee Ellis Ross, Olivia Wilde, Sarah Paulson and Justin Bieber, Welch also has used her platform to advocate for sustainability, social justice and inclusivity. In 2020, she cofounded The Period Co. with Sasha Markov to offer an accessible, sustainable menstruation product that addresses period poverty. Grace Wales Bonner, designer, founder of Wales Bonner Emily Weiss, founder…...
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (300+ words) The top newsmakers from across the years of WWD. Scott Malkin, founder of Value Retail, and the Bicester Shopping Collection Glenn Martens, creative director, Diesel and Maison Margiela Doug McMillon, president and CEO, Walmart Inc. Bob Mitchell, co-CEO, Mitchells Group of Stores Pieter Mulier, creative director, Ala'a Sue Nabi, CEO, Coty Inc. Leena Nair, global CEO, Chanel Erik and Pete Nordstrom, co-CEOs, Nordstrom Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, founders, The Row Gwyneth Paltrow, founder and CEO, Goop The undisputed queen of the wellness scene who's given us everything from candles that smell like her " you know " to more conventional beauty and fashion offerings. After dabbling in a wide variety of products, Goop earlier this year cut staff and is focusing on beauty and fashion. But can she monetize and truly build a profitable business? Bruno Pavlovsky, president of fashion, Chanel Marta…...
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (86+ words) Visit the post for more. WWD Weekend September 6, 2025 Michael Jordan's First Championship Sneaker Is Getting a New Dressy" Nike's Futuristic Foamposite Sneaker Is Coming Back in Camouflage for" The Nike Air Force 1 Low Goes Luxe With a Croc Upper and Leather" Sharon Chuter, Uoma Beauty Founder, Dead at 38 Fashion Expand fashion menu Business Expand business menu Beauty Expand beauty menu Men's Expand mens menu Runway Expand runway menu Footwear News Expand footwear-news menu Denim Expand denim menu Sustainability Expand sustainability menu...
WWD and Sourcing Journal Launch Fashion and Sourcing Conference in Hong Kong
1+ week, 2+ day ago (258+ words) The first WWD x SJ Global Fashion and Business Conference will be held at the Regent Hong Kong on Wednesday. WWD and its sister publication Sourcing Journal are teaming up and gathering leaders from fashion, retail and manufacturing in Hong Kong on Wednesday to examine how innovation, trade and culture are redefining the industry." Kim Jones, artistic director of Kim Jones Studio; Fausto Puglisi, creative director of Roberto Cavalli, and Jason Wu will be among those putting the fashion world under the microscope." Supply chain dynamics, sustainability, machine learning, material innovation and sourcing are among the vital issues slated to be addressed at the inaugural WWD x SJ Global Fashion and Business Conference, which will be held at the Regent Hong Kong. The event is being presented by parent company Fairchild Media Group in partnership with the Hong Kong Fashion…...
Target's Amanda Nusz Discusses Wellness and Retail Innovation
10+ mon, 2+ day ago (566+ words) The Target SVP of essentials and beauty talks about her wellness routine and retail trends she's watching now. " With a more than 25-year tenure at Target, Amanda Nusz has been instrumental in many developments within the company. And while she has held many titles through the years, the now senior vice president of essentials and beauty, merchandising for Target has always had her finger on the pulse of well-being " for herself and others. Measuring success by the positive impact work has on others, Nusz told WWD that she thoughtfully considers well-being, making sure her holistic routine balances wellness, gratitude and collaboration. Here, Nusz talks to WWD about nailing down her personal wellness routine, proud career moments and what she's watching in retail today. WWD: What is the first thing you do in the morning? Amanda Nusz: The first thing I…...
The Search for American Vogue’s Head of Editorial Content Starts
5+ mon, 3+ day ago (680+ words) Sara Moonves, Eva Chen, Sally Singer and Ib Kamara are the names that have been thrown into the search. LONDON " Let the "Game of Thrones" begin at Cond" Nast as Anna Wintour searches for a head of editorial content at American Vogue, after stepping down from her responsibilities at the publication. Singer left Vogue to head up T: The New York Times Style Magazine, and Moonves joined her in 2010. Singer is now president of Art + Commerce. Moonves has been editing W Magazine since 2019 and lined up investors to acquire the publication in 2020, which Karlie Kloss is involved in. Moonves and Singer could not be reached for comment at press time on Friday. "Sara has great freedom at W, but stepping into Anna's role is a no-brainer, especially in the creative industry, where she's so front-facing," said a close industry source. As…...
Michael Atmore Promoted to Editor in Chief of WWD
3+ mon, 5+ day ago (263+ words) Atmore continues in his current role of chief brand officer of WWD parent Fairchild Media Group. Fairchild Media Group, a division of Penske Media Corp., on Monday announced the elevation of Michael Atmore to editor in chief of Women's Wear Daily, in addition to his role as chief brand officer of FMG. Atmore will report directly to Amanda Smith, chief executive officer of FMG, and James Fallon, chief content officer of FMG. These milestones build on the success of FMG's marquee programming, from the annual FN Achievement Awards, or FNAAs, often called the "Shoe Oscars," to WWD's first red-carpet livestream from the Golden Globes and Style Awards earlier this year, which together generated more than 8 billion media and press impressions. Prior to joining Fairchild in 1997, Michael was founding editorial director and publisher of Footwear Plus. He has an extensive background…...
Riyadh Fashion Week Takes It Up a Notch
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (689+ words) Burak Cakmak, CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission, unpacked the ambitions underlying the vastly expanded third edition of Riyadh Fashion Week. RIYADH " Fashion relies heavily on image and signaling, and the third edition of Riyadh Fashion Week currently underway telegraphs the scale of Saudi Arabia's ambitions. The six-day event, which wraps on Tuesday with a Stella McCartney runway blowout, boasts transporting show venues; a clutch of prominent international editors, influencers and retailers, and five international labels sprinkled among the 45 shows and presentations by local designers of couture, ready-to-wear, streetwear and jewelry. Tasked with building a fashion ecosystem at the lightning speed that defines the rapidly liberalizing kingdom, Cakmak initiated Riyadh Fashion Week in 2023, then shining the spotlight on about 30 local talents. "As you can imagine, when you're building a new industry it can be easy to get lost in it,…...