Articles by Danielle Wightman-Stone
Danielle is a journalist based in London with over a decade of experience at FashionUnited, where she has been an editor since 2011. Her expertise lies in exploring the dynamic intersections of fashion, beauty, sports, and technology. Passionate about spotlighting emerging talent, Danielle also covers daily news, from launches to acquisitions, personnel changes and store openings, across the UK, US, and Canada.
Vince opens European flagship in London
American luxury apparel and accessories brand Vince has opened a European flagship store on Marylebone High Street in London. The two-story, 2,300-square-foot flagship marks Vince’s 44th store worldwide, and its second in London, joining its 1,400-square-foot boutique on Chelsea’s Draycott Avenue, which opened its doors in 2019. The new location...
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Strathberry launches ‘Borrow a Bag’ experience with Kimpton Hotels in Scotland
Scottish luxury accessories brand Strathberry is partnering with the Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel in Edinburgh and Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel in Glasgow allowing guests to borrow one of its signature handbags. The exclusive ‘Borrow a Bag’ experience is an extension of Kimpton Hotels’ signature ‘Forgot it? We’ve Got It!’ programme and...
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Chrono24 unveils new brand identity and global campaign
Chrono24, the online marketplace for luxury watches, is rebranding with a new modernised brand identity led by chief executive officer Carsten Keller, who was appointed last year, as it looks to target growth markets, such as the US. In a statement, Chrono24, which has been at the heart of watch collecting since 2003, said the brand refresh was...
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The Shirt Company extends its size range to be more inclusive
Independent London-based label, The Shirt Company, which specialises in premium shirts and blouses for women, is launching a new ‘Curve Range,’ expanding its size offering from UK 6 up to UK 28. The ‘Curve Range’ has been launched in response to growing demand for more inclusive sizing and will offer an expanded edit of The Shirt Company’s...
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Wrangler launches culinary-inspired denim capsule collection
American denim brand Wrangler has collaborated with Austin-based fourth-generation kitchen supply company Made In Cookware (Made In) to launch a limited-edition collection that blends fashion and culinary function. The three-piece ‘Wrangler x Made In’ apparel collection offers versatile apparel and accessories “for seamless transitions from the...
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Splendid to launch socks with Majesty Brands
Los Angeles-based lifestyle brand Splendid, known for its ultra-soft essentials, has signed a licensing partnership with Majesty Brands, which specialises in designing, manufacturing and distributing socks, slippers, sleepwear and intimates to expand into the sock category. The licensing deal will see Majesty Brands manufacture and distribute...
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Oslo Runway to celebrate 10 years with its 2025 edition
Oslo Runway, which showcases Norwegian design talents, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a special edition in August featuring nearly 60 Norwegian designers, artists, and brands. Running from August 25 to 30, Oslo Runway will celebrate new Norwegian fashion history “with a few glimpses into the past,” with a schedule featuring emerging...
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Primark announces first standalone home store in England
Fashion and homeware retailer Primark will open its first-ever standalone home store in England within the Trafford Palazzo shopping centre in Manchester this summer. The new 11,900-square-foot store, set over two floors, will showcase Primark’s expanded affordable homeware and lifestyle range, including essentials such as cotton bedding and...
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Galia Lahav announces multi-million-dollar renovation of LA flagship
Israeli bridal and fashion house Galia Lahav has announced a multi-million-dollar renovation and expansion of its South La Brea flagship in Los Angeles ahead of its 40th anniversary later this year. Currently, the Galia Lahav flagship spans 5,760 square feet, and the retail transformation of the boutique will expand it to 8,800 square feet to...
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Cutler and Gross and Breitling unveil debut eyewear collection
British luxury eyewear brand Cutler and Gross has unveiled an exclusive collaboration with Swiss watchmaker Breitling on a capsule collection of sunglasses inspired by Breitling’s Superocean Heritage watch. The collaboration is described as a “meeting of minds and meticulous craftsmanship” and blends time-honoured Swiss precision with British...
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