Timeless designer Betsey Johnson is launching watches this summer. This timepieces will be produced by long-time accessories licensee partner Haskell Jewels, LLC. Johnson remarked on the venture, “It’s about time that I had my favorite watches made by my favorite jewelry company, Haskell. They’re timeless, iconic, Betsey-fied, and gorgeous!” The forthcoming watches are predictably vibrant … Continue reading »
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WWD: John Travolta Toasts Breitling
After a few weeks of construction setbacks, Breitling launched its first flagship with the help of brand ambassador John Travolta on Thursday. Travolta has been linked with the company since 2005, and braved a red-eye flight to be at the event. He said of president Marie Bodman, “Marie, she’s family, she runs this company like … Continue reading »
WWD: Luxe Watches Seek to Build on Momentum
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WWD: Cheap Accessories
A new accessories customer has emerged, molded by the recession, fast fashion and Internet shopping. As a result, there is renewed focus by brands on costume jewelry, as well as lower-price handbags, eyewear and other products. Accessories vendors and retailers attending the New York trade shows this month said conditions had compelled them to target … Continue reading »
WWD: Ke$ha and Casio
KE$HA AND MORE: Casio unveiled several new watch models at the Hammerstein Ballroom in Manhattan on Monday night, but Ke$ha was the headliner at the third annual “Shock the World” event. The singer went through a slew of wardrobe changes and, while praising her Baby-G watch as “indestructible,” lamented the state of her love life. … Continue reading »