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These are the stories that became fashion covers on Thursday.
Lisa Aiken has been named executive fashion director at Vogue.com
Aiken, who recently spent a year as director of fashion and lifestyle at Neiman Marcus, is transferring her retail expertise to Vogue.com, where she will report directly to Anna Wintour. She will also work closely with Mark Pilipczuk, senior vice president of consumer revenue, as she moves into a trade-driven role. Aiken will oversee the trading strategy, editorial strategy and will be responsible for driving trade revenue growth, new ventures and innovation.
“Lisa’s vast experience in the luxury space of e-commerce, along with her natural leadership in building cross-teams on a variety of platforms, has made her an exemplary choice for this role,” Wintour said in a statement delivered. WWD. {WWD}
Chanel will show off Métiers D’art in Senegal
Chanel announced on Thursday that its Métiers d’art 2022/23 collection will be on display in Dakar, Senegal, on December 6th. After being shown earlier in Tokyo, New York, Shanghai and Edinburgh, among other locations, Chanel has decided to revive its past tradition travel. In a statement, the house says it wants “the savoir-faire of its Métiers d’art to resonate with the artistic and cultural energy of the city.” {Fashionista Inbox}
YSL Beauty appoints Troye Sivan as the new US Ambassador
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Singer and songwriter Troye Sivan officially enters the realm of beauty when she joins the YSL Beauty family. “YSL Beauty has long drawn inspiration from the world of music and the arts, singing to the beat of culture,” said Laetitia Raoust, U.S. CEO. “Sivan’s empowered youth and individuality inspires us to continue that journey.” The announcement comes during Pride Month, at a time when the brand says it aims to “encourage its community to manifest and celebrate what they are, louder than ever before – to never advocate for defining, defying or denying”. In its first campaign, Sivan promotes the new balm shade Nu Lip & Cheek. {Fashionista Inbox}
Cuyana launches first swimming collection
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Cuyana, in partnership with Vanessa Sposi, begins her first foray into swimwear. The capsule includes Classic Swimsuit ($ 225) and Maxi dress with gathered neckline ($ 148). In line with the two brands ’commitment to more sustainable practices, swimsuits are made from Econyl, regenerated nylon from ocean and landfill nylon waste. The one-part is also enriched with a blend of anti-aging antioxidants, aloe vera and vitamin A to protect your skin during sunny days. You can buy both pieces from the collaboration on the Cuyana website here. {Fashionista Inbox}
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