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22-05-2025
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Conner Ives, Alexander Fury Dig Into Jimmy Choo's Archives
LONDON — Who hasn't watched — and pined after Carrie Bradshaw's Jimmy Choo heels — after her iconic 'Help, I lost my Choo!' moment on 'Sex and the City?' Yearn no longer: Fashion designer Conner Ives, fashion journalist and archivist Alexander Fury, and Jimmy Choo's creative director Sandra Choi have teamed up to curate and reissue styles from the brand's archives, from 1997 to 2001. More from WWD Unilever Invests 80 Million Pounds in Fragrance Research, Development in the U.K. Disney, KGL Collaboration Shines a New Light on Mickey Mouse How Bella Hadid's Jimmy Choo Heels Unified Milla Jovovich's 90s Cannes Dress and Kylie Jenner's Latex Allure at Orebella's London Launch Party Included in the revival are Bradshaw's feathery Jimmy Choo heels, which took flight from her foot as she dashed to make a ferry — making them available to purchase for the first time since their TV debut. 'We looked at three decades of work and dialed back to the first five years. Why? Because those years truly represent the heart and soul of Jimmy Choo — they're our roots, where it all began,' explained Choi. 'And in looking at these styles, I saw ideas that are still essential to Jimmy Choo today — eternal values of glamour, of femininity, combined with make and craft. This was a fascinating exercise for me — to see Jimmy Choo through other people's eyes,' she continued. Also included in the capsule are a pair of strappy heels from the brand's first collection in 1997; a pair of sultry silver thong heels designed in 2000, and a gold sandal topped with a violet flower from 2001. 'This collection is about where we've come from, and what we stand for and where we continue to go. It's a celebration, pure and simple — and Jimmy Choo can always ignite a party,' added Choi. Jimmy Choo's been on a hot streak lately. The launch comes shortly after Chloë Sevigny was announced as the face of Jimmy Choo's summer 2025 campaign earlier this month. Bella Hadid was also spotted wearing the brand's silver 'Scarlett' shoes at the London launch of her fragrance brand, Orebella. Best of WWD Mikey Madison's Elegant Red Carpet Shoe Style [PHOTOS] Julia Fox's Sleekest and Boldest Shoe Looks Over the Years [Photos] Crocs Collaborations From Celebrities & Big Brands You Should Know
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01-05-2025
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Luxury, Streetwear Retailer End. Names Sebastian Suhl CEO
LONDON — The buzzy British retailer End. has tapped fashion management veteran Sebastian Suhl as chief executive officer. Suhl will join the company this summer as it embarks on a new chapter focused on 'sustainable growth and continued innovation' in a rapidly evolving retail landscape. More from WWD Unilever Shuts Sustainable Skin Care Brand Ren Bicester Village Marks 30 Years With a New Campaign, and a Britpop Beat Phoebe Philo Guest Edits the FT's New HTSI Issue, Focused on Beauty and 'Intention' As part of the transition, the current CEO Parker Gundersen has stepped down from the role with immediate effect. Chief financial officer Karen Dracou will serve as interim CEO until Suhl arrives. Company chairman Martin Brok said, 'Suhl brings exceptional leadership, a strong strategic vision, and a deep understanding of our industry. We would also like to sincerely thank Parker for his contributions and leadership during his tenure, and we wish him the very best in his future endeavors.' Suhl served as CEO of Trussardi from 2020 until 2023, when he left the Italian brand amid a company shakeup. He was previously managing director of global markets at Valentino, and before that, he served as CEO of Marc Jacobs International. Suhl has also worked at Givenchy and Prada Group. Last October End. was acquired by private equity firm Apollo Global Management from The Carlyle Group. End. founders Christiaan Ashworth and John Parker, who launched with one store in Newcastle, England, in 2005, have since stepped back from the business. There are now concept stores in London, Milan, Manchester and Glasgow. In London and Milan, there are often long lines snaking outside the stores, especially when limited-edition collaborations are being dropped. In an interview last December, Gundersen said that under the new ownership, the retailer was looking to declutter and return to growth mode by embracing its roots in fashion curation. End. is also looking to reinforce its long-standing relationship with core customers and brand partners and boost its visibility in the market. The company is marking 20 years in business this year with a steady stream of events, collaborations, and exclusive releases aimed at embracing its existing community and attracting new customers. Best of WWD EXCLUSIVE: Maje Names Charlotte Tasset Ferrec CEO Nadja Swarovski Exits Family Company Amid Ongoing Corporate Shakeup Aeffe MD Exits Fashion Group Sign in to access your portfolio
