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Friday, May 09

Financial

Tom Ford, Zegna Eyewear-maker Marcolin Reports Q1 Growth, Strengthens Luxury Eyewear Portfolio

The Italian eyewear producer reported a growth in margins and top line in the period, with an increase in the EMEA region but a decrease in the Americas.

Designer and Luxury

EXCLUSIVE: Valentino to Unveil L'Atelier Sonore, Immersive Sonic Experience in Madison Avenue Boutique

The listening room with a bespoke sound system reflecting Alessandro Michele's vision was conceived in partnership with Italian cultural collective Terraforma and with a soundscape crafted by sound de …

Financial

The RealReal's Sales and Profits Rise in Q1, but Investors Want More

Shares of the resale company fell despite an 11 percent sales gain in the quarter and some relative protection from tariffs.

Markets

De Beers Shuts Lab-grown Diamond Jewelry Brand Lightbox Due to Price Declines, Mass Distribution

De Beers said that in the U.S., supermarkets are driving down lab-grown diamond jewelry prices, and the expectation is that the cost and price of the synthetic rocks will fall further.

Furniture

Exploring Colony's Unique Design Gallery Model as Founder Embarks on Largest Group Show

In an interview with WWD, Jean Lin discusses what she learned about the design business and how she's grooming talent to succeed.

Mens Designer Luxury

EXCLUSIVE: Homme Plissé Issey Miyake to Unveil Exhibit at Pitti Uomo

The Japanese label, a favorite among editors and fashionistas alike, is flanking its spring 2026 show with a retrospective on its use of pleats.

Fashion Scoops

Missoni and Dallas Luxury Boutique Hôtel Swexan Unveil High-fashion Summer Pool Experience

The hotel will debut a rooftop pool pop-up that launches June 21.