Posts by Kevin Harson
Rafe Colburn Returns to Etsy as Chief Technology Officer
Etsy has named Rafe Colburn as chief technology officer, effective May 5, out of Etsy’s Brooklyn headquarters. The appointment marks a return for Colburn, who was previously at the company for a decade, leaving Etsy as vice president of engineering in 2021. Currently, Colburn serves as chief technology and product officer at Depop, where he…
Read MorePrincess Charlene of Monaco Opts for Ornate Lace Detailing and Asymmetry for the 2025 Rose Ball
Princess Charlene of Monaco joined members of the sovereign city-state’s royal family for the 2025 edition of the Rose Ball. The royal attended the event alongside her husband of nearly 14 years, Prince Albert II of Monaco, as well as designer Christian Louboutin, among others. For the glamorous occasion, Princess Charlene opted for a dress…
Read MoreVirginia Norris Launches London-based Agency, Virginia and Partners
A NEW DAY: London’s public relations network is getting more niche by the day. Virginia Norris, a seasoned London-based publicist, has set up her own agency, Virginia and Partners, after splitting with the communications agency Aisle 8, which she cofounded with Lauren Stevenson 10 years ago. “People want access to specialists and they want to…
Read MorePatrick Ta Shares Why His New Body Care Line Will Be the Next Internet-breaking Release That Delivers an ‘Instant Gorgeous Glow’
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Patrick Ta is taking it back to where it all began. The celebrity makeup artist — who’s known for an ebullient online persona and groundbreaking, glow-boosting techniques — just released an expansion of the…
Read MoreAimee Song Shares Exclusive Tips for Great Lighting, Timeless Decor, and Creating an Inviting Home With Her New Lulu and Georgia Collaboration
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, WWD may receive an affiliate commission. Feeling like decorating your home is a task more daunting than deciding what to wear in the morning? Aimee Song is here to simplify the process, through her newest decor collection with home design…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Ashley Graham Debuts as the Face of New Revlon ColorSilk, Talks Hair Care and Upcoming Broadway Debut
Ashley Graham is debuting two new roles. The model and television personality is now the face of the new Revlon ColorSlik hair color and will star as Roxie Hart on Broadway’s “Chicago” starting April 15. On Monday, Revlon unveiled its new campaign featuring Graham, with whom the company has worked with since 2018. “Stepping into…
Read MorePrimark CEO Paul Marchant Resigns Following Company Investigation
LONDON – Paul Marchant, the longtime chief executive of clothing giant Primark, has resigned with immediate effect following a company investigation into his behavior towards a woman in a “social environment.” Primark’s parent Associated British Foods, said that Eoin Tonge, ABF Finance Director, will act as interim chief executive and work with the senior Primark…
Read MoreJulia Garner Dons Gucci Foulards for Brand’s Silk Craftsmanship Campaign
GUCCI DIVA: Gucci’s tribute to its 104-year history of silk craftsmanship is getting a high-profile endorsement. Leading actress and friend of the house Julia Garner appears in cinematic images lensed by Steven Meisel, as part of the “Keep It Gucci: The Art of Silk” ad campaign. The initiative is part of the broader The Art…
Read MoreBurberry to Renovate, Rename Victoria and Albert Fashion Gallery in South Kensington
LONDON – Burberry is making big moves on the arts and culture front with plans to refurbish the Fashion Gallery at the Victoria and Albert Museum in South Kensington as part of a multi-year partnership. The Fashion Gallery will close on May 4 and reopen in spring 2027 after a much-needed overhaul. From then, it…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: 10 Men USA to Launch, With Stylist, Creative Director Dan May as Editor
LONDON — In an ever colder climate for print and fashion media, 10 Magazine is forging ahead with worldwide launches, the latest of which is 10 Men USA, which will debut in March 2026 with Dan May, the stylist and creative director, as editor. The title, which will come out twice a year, is an…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: Heritage Watchmaker Urban Jürgensen Gears for Relaunch
PARIS — When you’re a 253-year-old “watchmaker of kings,” you can afford to take your time. That’s the approach for the new chapter beginning for historic watchmaker Urban Jürgensen, which traces its roots back to 1773 and a family of royal watchmakers in Copenhagen. “Our view was that there is absolutely no rush to get…
Read MoreEXCLUSIVE: The Vitamin Shoppe Is Launching a Supplement Line to Support GLP-1 Users
The Vitamin Shoppe‘s Whole Health Rx is expanding its support for GLP-1 users. After launching its telehealth platform Whole Health Rx, The Vitamin Shoppe has been listening to its customers on GLP-1s, leading them to launch a line of support supplements Monday in more than 675 stores and online. The Vitamin Shoppe team did not…
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