Zofia Zwieglinska

1 week ago | glossy.co | Zofia Zwieglinska

When London-based activewear brand Tala opened its first flagship store on London’s Carnaby Street on May 24, it marked a shift in its distribution strategy — it formerly sold direct-to-consumer. The store, a 2,000-square-foot, two-level space, is the latest move in Tala’s broader omnichannel play. Led by founder Grace Beverley and CEO Morgan Fowles, the brand heavily relied on social media to generate buzz ahead of its launch.

1 week ago | glossy.co | Zofia Zwieglinska

This week in the Luxury Briefing, a deep dive into Chanel’s strategies as it walks back price increases. Also, a chat with eBay’s new stylist, Brie Welch; a Ralph Lauren earnings recap; executive moves and news to know. For tips or comments, you can reach me at [email protected] raising prices by 59% between 2020 and 2023, Chanel is entering a new era. In 2024, the brand implemented a modest 3% price increase, signaling a sharp contrast with its pandemic-era strategy. That shift wasn’t voluntary.

1 week ago | glossy.co | Zofia Zwieglinska

The proposed 125% tariff hike on Chinese footwear was rolled back on May 12, but the warning was enough to force a reset across the industry. Brands are realizing that relying on international sourcing for complex products like shoes is a long-term risk they can no longer make. For many, the scare accelerated a shift already underway: moving toward faster, smarter, more resilient ways to manufacture. Footwear is uniquely complicated when considering tariffs.

2 weeks ago | glossy.co | Zofia Zwieglinska

In this week’s Luxury Briefing, a look at how a bridal atelier is capitalising on creator interest. Also, why Longchamp is changing up its store format in the U.S. and why Harrods is betting on MENA designers. Also, earnings from Chanel, Richemont and Mytheresa, as well as executive moves and news to know.

2 weeks ago | glossy.co | Zofia Zwieglinska

Tenniscore is still having its moment, and FP Movement is confidently stepping into the frame. On May 20, the Free People-owned activewear brand will debut its first-ever sneaker collaboration, reimagining three Lacoste styles in four exclusive colorways. The capsule includes the Club Low Sneaker ($120), the Elite Active Sneaker ($140) and the AG-LT23 Ultra performance sneaker ($140), all available only through FP Movement’s website and select U.S. retail stores. The timing is no coincidence.