This is Wednesday’s fashion news.
Everlane Co-Founder Launches New Brand
Michael Preysman (pictured above) announced Tuesday that he is launching a new brand built on the same values of sustainability and “transparency” as Everlane, the brand he founded in 2011 and was CEO until 2022. In this case, he says, the label won’t work with private equity or venture capital ownership. The announcement comes days after news broke that fashion retailer Shein had acquired Everlane. Registration on the waiting list for the new product is now open here.
Givenchy’s New Creative Recruit
Givenchy named Marco De Vincenzo as head of leather goods design. He will work under creative director Sarah Burton and be responsible for growing the brand’s leather goods division. Previously, De Vincenzo held roles at Etro and Fendi and ran his own brand, which closed in 2020. {Business of Fashion/paywalled}
Jacquemus’s Latest Campaign Fronts Pamela Anderson and her sons
Pamela Anderson and her sons, Brandon Thomas Lee and DylanJagger Lee, star in Jacquemus’ latest campaign. The campaign celebrates the beauty of everyday family life, with each scene capturing small, intimate moments. Key pieces from the “Le Paysan” and “Plage” collections, as well as a new variation of the “Le Valérie” bag stand out throughout the campaign.
Gucci Sponsor F1 Team
Gucci is sponsoring the Alpine Formula 1 Team as a title partner, with the team competing in Gucci colors and under the new banner, from next season. The sponsorship also launched Gucci Racing, “a new business platform and experience built on the values of performance, precision, ethics and excellence at the intersection of luxury and sport,” the Italian fashion house said in a statement.
Tod’s CEO walks out
Todd CEO John Galtic has left the company after less than two years in the role. His successor has not been named. Galantic did not share his next steps, but a representative cited “personal reasons” for his departure. {Bloomberg/paywalled}
Bella Hadid’s Fragrance Brand Announces Funding, New CEO
Bella Hadid’s fragrance brand ‘Ôrebella closed a Series A funding round led by Silas Capital and participation from Celebrands, which helped Hadid launch the company. Alongside the fundraising, ‘Ôrebella announced its first CEO, Anish Agarwal, who was recently CEO of T3 Micro. Although the amount of money was not disclosed, the investment will also help in global expansion and product development. {WWD/paid}
Veronica Beard Named Stephanie Unwin CEO
Veronica Beard promoted Stephanie Unwin from president to CEO. In his new role, he will continue to shape the company’s strategy, growth and operations. “I am honored to lead this amazing brand, and I am grateful to Veronica and our board for their support and trust in me. […] We believe in a bright future, and I am excited about our continued expansion around the world,” said Unwin in a statement. {WWD/paid}
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