These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Monday.
Hugo Boss to Sponsor the Australian Open
Hugo Boss is replacing Ralph Lauren as the title sponsor for the Australian Open. The luxury brand will dress the Australian Open’s staff of 4,000, have its branding displayed around the venue and create replica teamwear, merchandise and off-court capsules. The move will help Hugo Boss’ cultural relevance and global visibility. {Business of Fashion/paywalled}
Stefano Cantino Joins Dolce & Gabbana as Co-CEO
Dolce & Gabbana has appointed Stefan Cantino as co-CEO. He will work alongside Alfonso Dolce, chairman and CEO. Cantino has extensive luxury experience, holding executive positions at Louis Vuitton and Prada, and serving as Gucci‘s CEO. “It is an honor for me to join Dolce & Gabbana, a brand that represents Italian excellence around the world in such an extraordinary way,” said Cantino in a statement. {WWD/paywalled}
A Deep Dive into Euphoria Season 3 Costume Designs
Natasha Newman-Thomas spoke with The New York Times about how she approached the costume designs for Euphoria Season 3. She wanted the characters to lean into their style transition between graduation and adulthood. Standout pieces include dressing Nate (played by Jacob Elordi) in a Bottega Venetaleather flannel shirt and pulling vintage designs for Lexi (Maude Apatow). {The New York Times/paywalled}
Hermès Moves Forward With Growth Plans Amidst Luxury Slowdown
Despite the luxury slowdown and Iran War-induced geopolitical tensions, Hermès continues with its growth plans, with its latest development being the opening of another leather-goods plant in France. The site will mainly produce Kelly handbags and will increase production of the Constance and Bride de Jour. Hermès plans to open three more leather-goods facilities in France in the next four years. {Bloomberg/paywalled}
