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Behind The Seams: Alexis Bittar On Strategies For Success

In a saturated industry landscape, the jewelry designer has carved out a different kind of success—one rooted in storytelling, disruption, and a deeply personal approach to brand building.

Palm Beach Goes Thom Browne Grey

The CFDA chairman offers a destination for indulgence and retreat in the heart of the sunny south Florida town.

A Look Back at Renowned l.a.Eyeworks Campaigns

The cast of artists and icons showcase four decades of late CFDA member Gai Gherardi's innovative, colorful designs.

Remembering Gai Gherardi

The cofounder and designer of l.a.Eyeworks and pivotal figure in the eyewear industry, died Sunday in Los Angeles. She was 78.

Fashion Forward | PR & Marketing

The executives discuss practices for prioritizing healthy financial strategies while aligning marketing efforts with business goals.

We’re Witnessing the End to Fur in Fashion

According to PJ Smith, the consensus remains that buying new fur is cruel and unnecessary despite the current fashion fad.

Fashion Forward | Marketing & Retail

The executives discuss practices for prioritizing healthy financial strategies while aligning marketing efforts with business goals.

The Truth About Exotic Leather: Sustainability, Conservation & Economic Impact

Christy Plott Gilmore & Karen Giberson on exotic leather as one of the most sustainable materials in fashion today.

Breaking Fast at an Iftar With Bethann Hardison and Imad Izemrane

Hardison, a CFDA board member, on reflections, intentions, hopes and prayers during the holy month of Ramadan.

Michael Kors & Suki Waterhouse Toast the Brand’s Amazon Store Launch

Atop the Aman's Avra Terrace, guests celebrated the CFDA member's Amazon store against the glittering Manhattan skyline.

Rafe Totengco Channels South Beach Vibes for Spring-Summer 2025

Tropical modernism informed the accessories designer with details such as hand-embroidered flowers and rattan Solihiya and wicker weaving.

Fashion Retail… Currently: How To Get Paid

Susan Scafidi of the Fashion Law Institute on how designers can get timely payments from retailers.

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