Drew Daffner

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Review of Bally Spring 2025 ‘Brand Heritage’ Ad Campaign with Photographer Alessio Boni with models Garrett Neff, Gabriel Aubry, and James TurlingtoBally sets a refined tone for the season with the launch of its Brand Heritage Campaign—a minimalist yet deeply evocative study in form, legacy, and lasting design. Captured by Alessio Boni, the campaign invites a focused contemplation of craftsmanship, featuring Garrett Neff, Gabriel Aubry, and James Turlington in nothing but Bally footwear.

3 days ago | theimpression.com | Drew Daffner

Mary Phillips, renowned for her work with celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner, is set to launch her own makeup brand in Fall 2025. Known for her “underpainting” technique, Phillips aims to bring her signature approach to a wider audience through this new venture. While specific details about the product line are yet to be disclosed, the brand is expected to reflect Phillips’ philosophy of enhancing natural beauty.

3 days ago | theimpression.com | Drew Daffner

In a significant realignment within the luxury retail landscape, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman are entering a joint venture under the newly formed Saks Global. The move combines the strengths of two of America’s most storied department store brands with the intention of creating a unified strategy across merchandising, operations, and digital platforms. The venture will operate independently from Saks.com and is backed by a majority investment from Rhône Capital.

3 days ago | theimpression.com | Drew Daffner

Swarovski brings its luminous vision to the Ligurian coast with a summer-long residency at Cracco Portofino, infusing the iconic harbor with a crystalline allure. This collaboration between the Austrian crystal house and Chef Carlo Cracco’s seaside restaurant celebrates the elegance of Italian summer living. Cracco Portofino, situated in the heart of the picturesque village, offers a refined culinary experience that harmonizes with the sparkling ambiance introduced by Swarovski.

4 days ago | theimpression.com | Drew Daffner

Review of Balenciaga Fall 2025 Ad Campaign with Photographer Stef Mitchell with models Agel, Liz, Abdou, and MihaiBalenciaga’s latest collaboration with Automobili Lamborghini is less a crossover and more a collision—one that feels sharply calculated. Debuting as part of the Fall 2025 collection, the partnership taps into the shared DNA of two houses known for pushing material and engineering to their outermost limits.