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Jan 21, 2025 | wwd.com | Ryma Chikhoune |Cooper Koch |Mikey Madison

Nécessaire has tapped Chitra Balireddi as its new chief executive officer. The role was formerly held by cofounder Randi Christiansen, who will continue to focus on the brand, its product and impact. Christiansen launched the brand in 2018 in Los Angeles with Nick Axelrod-Welk, introducing body care products made with “clean” ingredients and eco-conscious practices; the company is B Corp Certified, Climate Neutral Certified and Plastic Neutral Certified.

Jan 16, 2025 | wwd.com | Ryma Chikhoune |Cooper Koch |Mikey Madison |Asia Monét

More than 30 prominent beauty brands have come together to support wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles through a new initiative spearheaded by Josie Maran, a pioneer in clean beauty and a native Californian. The cause, named “Beauty Together,” aims to provide both immediate and long-term assistance to those affected by the recent fires in the region with direct financial support.

Jan 10, 2025 | wwd.com | Ryma Chikhoune |Cooper Koch |Mikey Madison |Asia Monét |Tracee Ellis Ross |Kate Young | +2 more

The art world will unite again in Los Angeles in February for the return of Frieze. “What we’ve seen continually grow since the inception of Frieze Los Angeles is the global eyes and visitors on Los Angeles,” said Christine Messineo, Frieze’s director of Americas, who spoke to WWD before the devastating wildfires hit Southern California. She emphasized the increasing recognition of L.A. as a cultural art hub.

Jan 6, 2025 | wwd.com | Katie McBroom |Cooper Koch |Mikey Madison

A glitter resurgence is upon us. Previously reserved for sparkly holidays and tweens on TikTok, permission to wear glitter eyeshadow every day has been granted. The spring 2025 runways ushered in the return of glimmering glam, from a soft wash of sparkle to a full-on holographic glitter-fest. These trends emerged in full force last night at the Golden Globes. There’s a common misconception that people of a certain age shouldn’t wear glitter eyeshadow at all, but you’ve been lied to.

Jan 6, 2025 | wwd.com | Renan Botelho |Cooper Koch |Mikey Madison

Tory Burch is releasing a Lunar New Year collection featuring snake-themed designs. The collection includes handbags, footwear, clothing, jewelry and accessories, with snake motifs incorporated into product details such as handbag clasps and tote handles. The collection is available in stores across China, Asia Pacific, North America, Europe and Japan, as well as through online shops. It includes pieces from the brand’s T Monogram line.