On March 2, fashion designer Simon Porte Jacquemus received the title of Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres (a knighthood of the arts and literature) from Anna Wintour, editor-in-chief of Vogue USA.
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On March 1, Iris Apfel, the world’s oldest fashion icon, who was popular for her pop and playful styling, died at the age of 102.
Margaret Zhang, the former editor-in-chief of Vogue China, has announced that she will be stepping down from her position as editor-in-chief.
Beyoncé’s hair care brand that she has been warming up to will finally be launched on February 20.
Swedish furniture giant IKEA will hold the exhibition “IKEA+” during Paris Fashion Week in collaboration with American photographer Annie Leibovitz.
On February 15, José Neves, founder and CEO of luxury e-commerce platform Farfetch, reportedly stepped down from his position.
Last June, Edward Enninful announced that he would be stepping down as editor-in-chief of British VOGUE. Enninful’s final issue of VOGUE, brought together 40 fashion icons for its latest cover.
On February 5, Gap Inc. announced the appointment of fashion designer Zac Posen as its new creative director.
On January 31, Swedish fast fashion company H&M Group appointed Daniel Ervér as its new chief executive officer. Ervér, who was previously the group’s head of brands, takes over from former CEO Helena Helmersson.
On January 30, Moschino, under the AEFFE umbrella, announced the appointment of Adrian Appiolaza as its new creative director.