“Ralph Lauren plans to offer the public a futuristic vision in which ‘architectural mapping’ technology is used on the store facade, creating what the brand calls a ’4-D’ experience.” (New York Times) “While policy makers focus on how Chinese consumers are saving too much and not spending enough, a new Chinese luxury report shows...

“Natalie Massenet shows us how Net-a-Porter works its magic.” (Business of Fashion) “Ports 1961’s creative director Tia Cibani will leave her post at the end of this month.” (Fashionista) “Polo Ralph Lauren Corp (RL.N) said it will take direct control of its business in South Korea by paying about $47 million to its licensee...

“We hear from a trusted source that Nicola Formichetti—stylist, Vogue Hommes Japan fashion director, Dazed & Confused creative director—is in at Thierry Mugler, becoming the new artistic director of the recently revived label.” (Hintmag) “A private sale has taken place of the fashion and photographs from the estate of the late Isabella Blow, one...

“Right now on Ralph Lauren’s website, anyone can watch a virtual presentation of the Lauren by Ralph Lauren collection, and — here’s the kicker — buy anything you like straight off the runway.” (NBC New York) “The luxury watch business is committed to offering a deluxe, tactile shopping experience. But as latecomers to Web...

“Germany is still stuck in a financial slump, but judging from the nonstop revelry that took place at Mercedes-Benz Berlin Fashion Week, for the country’s tastemakers, life is a cabaret.” (The Moment) “Ralph Lauren’s social media strategy trumps all.” (Fashionista) “Haute couture, what remains of it, is a little like a fragile ecosystem under...