Must Read: Mulberry is Relaunching its Ready-to-Wear With Christopher Kane, Henkel to Acquire Olaplex – Latest Fashion Trends & Style Tips March 26, 2026 at 09:30PM
📰 Must Read: Mulberry is Relaunching its Ready-to-Wear With Christopher Kane, Henkel to Acquire Olaplex
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These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Thursday.
Mulberry is Relaunching its Ready-to-Wear With Christopher Kane
After a six-year hiatus, Mulberry is bringing back its ready-to-wear and appointed Christopher Kane as creative director of the category. The collection will debut in September and enter stores starting January 2027. "It is an honor to join Mulberry, a brand with such a rich British heritage and a deep commitment to craft," Kane said in a press statement. "I look forward to working closely with Andrea and the team to create a new chapter of ready-to-wear that celebrates the spirit of Mulberry." {Mulberry}
Henkel to Acquire Olaplex
Henkel is acquiring hair-care brand Olaplex for $1.4 billion. The deal broadens Henkel's portfolio and allows Olaplex to advance its product innovation. "This transaction allows us to expand our presence in premium hair care. The brand creates compelling opportunities for future growth and innovation," Henkel CEO Carsten Knobel said in a press statement. {Henkel}
Matthew Williams Appointed as Oakley Creative Director
Former Givenchy creative director Matthew Williams has joined Oakley as creative director of apparel, footwear and accessories. He's tasked with prioritizing product innovation and pulling from Oakley's DNA to create performance-driven and lifestyle collections. "Oakley has such a rich heritage, with history rooted in both performance sports and global culture," Williams said in a press statement. "I am honored to join the company and look forward to working together with Travis and all Oakley teams to guide the brand into a new era." {Oakley}
LuisaViaRoma's Last Attempt Before Facing Liquidation
On Tuesday, LuisaViaRoma filed for "Concordato Semplificato," a court-mediated procedure under Italian liquidation law. It allows the Florence Court to review and approve the e-tailer's turnaround business plan. If denied, the company will be placed into judicial liquidation. This also comes amid trade union Filcams Cgil urging LuisaViaRoma's employees to go on strike. {WWD/paywalled}
Rickie De Sole's Next Step
Following Rickie De Sole's exit from Nordstrom, the executive is taking on two new gigs: She's been appointed editor of style and fashion at the weekly digital magazine Air Mail and will also be a senior adviser at the private investment fund Sandbridge Capital. For the former, she'll oversee the development and editorial strategy of fashion and style coverage, including producing a weekly column and newsletter. At Sandbridge Capital, De Sole will help identify high-growth consumer brands to add to the portfolio. {WWD/paywalled}
Kizik's Hands-Free Technology Partners With New Balance
New Balance has agreed to a licensing partnership with HandsFree Labs (HFL), the technology behind Kizik. HFL's patented hands-free step-in technology will be incorporated in upcoming New Balance footwear, beginning in 2027. {Fashionista inbox}
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