Proenza Schouler’s Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez will step down on Jan. 31.
Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the duo behind Proenza Schouler, are stepping down as creative directors of the label they founded in 2002. Known for redefining American sportswear with their innovative designs, the pair leaves behind an indelible legacy of cool-girl aesthetics, iconic runway moments, and critically acclaimed pieces like the PS1 bag and dip-dyed velvet dresses. Their departure sparks speculation about their next moves and opens the door for a new creative force to shape the brand’s future. Proenza Schouler’s CEO, Shira Suveyke Snyder, has launched a global search for a successor to continue the brand’s trajectory.
A Birkenstock copyright lawsuit makes the case that its sandals are works of art.
Birkenstock’s lawsuit in Germany seeks to classify its sandals as works of art, a move that could redefine the legal boundaries of industrial design. If granted, the case would establish a precedent for everyday objects to receive copyright protection, potentially altering the global approach to applied art. The case underscores a broader debate on the intersection of fashion, design, and intellectual property rights.
After two years closed for conservation work, the Yale Center for British Art will reopen in March.
The Yale Center for British Art will reopen on March 29, 2025, following an extensive conservation project that preserves Louis I. Kahn’s modernist architecture. Come March, two major exhibitions will celebrate J. M. W. Turner’s revolutionary landscapes and Tracey Emin’s raw, emotive paintings. Such exhibitions will be bolstered by newly enhanced skylights, energy-efficient LED lighting, and resilient building materials.
Sephora appoints Catherine Spindler as the president of its Middle East and Europe markets.
Catherine Spindler has been appointed president of Sephora’s Europe and Middle East division, effective January 27, 2025. Known for her expertise in omnichannel retail and brand strategy, she brings experience from leadership roles at Lacoste, Vente-Privée, and Yves Rocher. Under her leadership, Sephora will build on its performance in the market, with over 20 percent annual growth in recent years, exceeding market expectations.
According to FEMA, only 33 percent of structures in hazard prone zones are suitably prepared.
FEMA’s latest data, acquired from its code compliance tracking platform, reveals a significant gap in disaster preparedness, with only 33 percent of hazard-prone U.S. jurisdictions adopting the most up-to-date building codes designed to withstand natural disasters like hurricanes, floods, and earthquakes. The Building Code Adoption Tracking (BCAT) portal highlights the role of such measures in safeguarding structures amid increasingly severe weather events. The agency emphasizes the need for architects, urban planners, and landscape designers to prioritize resilient infrastructure, particularly in high-risk areas such as California.
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