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Fashion is on the rise. And it looks great. Style and sport have long been intertwined, but the Summer Olympics in Paris, which begin on Friday, will remind us just how great a combination they are. As young people from around the world gather to compete in the City of Lights, fashion is in the spotlight more than ever. Luxury giant LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton is acting as Premium Partner, and as always, brands from around the world, including America’s Ralph Lauren, France’s Berluti, Switzerland’s On and Japan’s Asics, are providing country-themed outfits for the competitors. Antoine Arnault, LVMH’s…

Canaves agreed, adding that both Democratic and Republican voters are optimistic about the election’s outcome. “Both sides are feeling the momentum and energy,” he said. “That could translate into an improved short-term outlook and move some consumer sentiment.” But the same can’t be said for independents and undecideds, who face more uncertainty, he added.After all, a shaky election is likely to mean shaky consumer spending. “Unfortunately, election times are not necessarily the most auspicious or exciting times to be an American,” Sanders said.What should brands know?Kanaves says spending tends to drop off especially in the weeks surrounding elections: “Consumers may…

Irene Kim, a 38-year-old Korean staffing agency owner and avid luxury consumer, is a working mother of two who now shares her passion for designer clothes with her kids.Kim, who lives in Dongtan, an industrial area south of Seoul, recently bought a 780,000 won ($560) silver necklace from Tiffany & Co. for her 4-year-old daughter and a pair of Golden Goose shoes for her 18-month-old second daughter for 380,000 won.”I don’t want my kids to look shabby when we go to weddings, birthday parties, or music concerts,” Kim says. “As long as my kids can run around comfortably in these…

Vice President Kamala Harris takes to the stage at the 30th World Black Economic Forum. [+] The annual Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans, Louisiana, on July 6, 2024. (Photo by Michael DeMocker/Getty Images)Getty Images Delia Ephron, sister and collaborator of the late Nora Ephron, has written about “the relationship between what women have to wear, what they want to wear, what they don’t want to wear, (and) what they need to wear as they exercise their femininity in the workplace and at home. A 2022 study found that we consciously or unconsciously send signals to others by what…

REI Co-op’s 650 Down has been our favorite budget-friendly down jacket for years and recently underwent a revamp. After testing the latest model in Chile, we’re happy to report that the improvements justify the $30 jump in price, including a more tear-resistant shell fabric, stronger sustainability focus, and cleaner look. REI also added a waist cinch for sealing out drafts. Performance and durability still fall short of more premium models, but at this price point, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more well-rounded piece. Below we break down our full experience with the 650 Down Jacket. To see how it…

If you spend enough time outdoors, getting caught in the rain is inevitable. Thankfully, with the right rain jacket, it doesn’t have to be painful. However, not all jackets are created equal. Some are more storm-worthy than others, and different jackets offer different comfort levels, breathability, durability, and features. The ExplorersWeb team put over a dozen different rain jackets to the test to create this guide. Our efforts were led by Gear Editor Chelsey Cook, a professional mountain guide in some of the wettest places in the world. Throughout our testing process, we considered waterproofing, layers, breathability, and features. The…

Photo credit: Alpha, CC-SA-2.0 United Airlines partnered with a fashion company to prevent 900 pounds of waste from ending up in landfills in the form of expired life jackets. According to the Uniform Aviation Safety Regulations, under-seat life jackets must be replaced every eight to 10 years, and while it would be great if you didn’t have to use them, United Airlines’ Boeing 737s alone produce more than 19,000 expired life jackets a year. In an effort to save landfill space and reduce the carbon footprint of the world’s third-largest airline, United Airlines has partnered with a company called B2L…

Shania Twain announced in a new post that she’ll be appearing at another festival, and fans seem interested in her outfit choice.The Canadian singer shared the news on Instagram alongside a photo of her wearing a long, see-through black dress onstage during her latest performance.The post was to let fans know that she’ll be headlining Canada’s Cavendish Beach Music Festival next July, but the comments section was flooded with opinions about her look.Shania Twain performs onstage in a sheer black dress, knee-high boots and a cowboy hat. Photo credit: Instagram/shaniatwain Shania performed in a black top hat, long black coat…

Columbus Blue Jackets coach Dean Evason and GM Don Waddell discuss their philosophiesColumbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell introduced new head coach Dean Evason during a press conference at Nationwide Arena.Blue Jackets season ticket holders will soon have a chance to secure tickets to the first outdoor game in the franchise’s history.Advance tickets for the Jackets’ game against the Detroit Red Wings, part of the NHL’s annual Stadium Series event at Ohio Stadium on March 1, will go on sale Tuesday to full season-ticket holders. Fans who only plan to attend a limited number of games will be able…

Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell introduces new coach Don EvensonBlue Jackets general manager Don Waddell on Tuesday introduced Dean Evason, whom he hired as the team’s next head coach.Don Waddell’s biggest focus at Nationwide Arena on Tuesday was introducing Dean Evason as the Blue Jackets’ next head coach, bringing an end to a months-long managerial search.More: Columbus Blue Jackets name Dean Evason as head coach: Five takeawaysAlso of great importance was the update the Blue Jackets’ president of hockey operations and general manager provided on three unsigned restricted free agent forwards: Kirill Marchenko, Cole Sillinger and Kent Johnson. Negotiations with…