On this bonus episode of the Glossy Podcast, editor-in-chief Jill Manoff and fashion reporter Danny Parisi break down what they experienced while show- and event-hopping this NYFW. As they tell it, the event had highs and lows, plus a few surprises that hinted at the future of fashion week.
This season, an increasing number of shows steered away from the traditionally enclosed studio setup, in favor of outdoor venues and livestreams. And on a metaphorical level, the walls of the fashion industry, which some have called out for impeding diversity, have begun to break down amid the stream of...
New York Fashion Week doesn’t officially wrap until tomorrow night. But with today marking the 20th anniversary of September 11, crowds have tapered, venues have quieted, and events have been streamlined, compared to earlier in the week.
J.Crew is embarking on a fresh start, but it’s keeping a key component of its old playbook: Product collaborations are set to remain a core focus.
So much for taking inspiration from amusement park-like international malls. In the pandemic world, malls are taking cues from Americans' newly realized comforts of home.
In his 13 years working on the events production side of IMG, Dominic Kaffka -- now svp of IMG Fashion Events -- has not only had an insider’s view of New York Fashion Week’s ongoing transformation, but he’s also had a hand in steering its course.
Going into 2020, many brands with several years under their belt had the benefits of financial stability and strong product associations, sans marketing. However, many also had longstanding systems in place that were fixed to a fault, when nimbleness was a virtue. As such, getting through the last 18 months is,...
A record number of NYFW events are being offered to consumers this season, largely due to more designers being open to the idea. Along with organizer IMG and presenting sponsor Afterpay, designers see it as a natural progression of the event -- but also a money-making opportunity. IMG is contending...
With class back in session, many brands are forgoing the opportunity to offer up big promotions around their school-perfect product categories. However, many have returned to investing in back-to-school campaigns to get in front of those in shopping mode.