Hermès has expanded its U.S. footprint with the opening of its first boutique in Arizona, at Scottsdale Fashion Square.
Hermès opens first Arizona store at Scottsdale Fashion Square. – Hermès
Designed by Paris-based architecture firm RDAI, the two-level store takes inspiration from the Sonoran Desert, blending natural textures, light-filled spaces, and pastel tones to create a welcoming environment to discover the house’s sixteen métiers.
The façade features ceramic tiles crafted in Mexico in tones of muted sunlight evoking desert cacti. Inside, soft pastel shades and ochre-studded stone guide visitors through different universes of the house, from silk, fragrance, and jewelry on the main floor toward the home and equestrian collections.
A mezzanine level houses leather goods, fine jewelry, and watches displayed in cherry wood cabinetry, while men’s ready-to-wear and footwear are set against pale blue tones. The women’s universe occupies the lower level, where curved walls, pastel carpets, and a spacious shoe salon offer a space full of sunlight.
The store design is complemented by curated artworks from the Émile Hermès collection and the Hermès Collection of Contemporary Photographs. Pieces range from Xavier de Poret’s À Propos de Bottes carré to Jane Evelyn Atwood’s black-and-white Horses series.
With the Scottsdale opening, Hermès continues to grow its U.S. presence, marking the French luxury house’s 42nd location in the country.
Canada’s Roots announced on Wednesday sales were up 6.8% to $71.5 million for its third quarter ended November 1, as demand for its core products, improved marketing and stronger in-store performance lifted results.
Direct-to-consumer revenue increased 4.8% to $56.8 million, supported by 6.3% comparable sales growth driven by enhancements to the company’s omnichannel experience and continued interest in the brand’s product assortment.
Partners and other revenue, comprising of wholesale Roots branded products, licensing to select manufacturing partners and the sale of certain custom products, rose 15.3% to $14.6 million, boosted by earlier wholesale orders in Taiwan and stronger domestic wholesale sales of custom Roots-branded products.
Gross profit climbed 8.1% to $43.4 million, with gross margin improving to 60.8% from 60.0% last year. Net income was $2.3 million, or $0.06 per share, compared with $2.4 million, or $0.06 per share, a year ago.
“Even in a dynamic retail environment, our heritage, quality, and focus on comfort continued to differentiate the brand and drive engagement across our omnichannel platform,” said Meghan Roach, president and chief executive officer of Roots Corporation. “We remain disciplined in execution and committed to strengthening the foundations of the brand to support long-term value creation.”
Year to date, Roots generated $162.2 million in sales, up 6.6% from last year, while DTC revenue increased 8.6%. The company reported a year-to-date net loss of $10.0 million, an improvement from a $11.7 million loss a year earlier.
Looking ahead, Roach added that “While early in the fourth quarter, we continue to experience positive trends.”
Authentic Brands Group has named Pattern Group Inc. as its global e-commerce marketplace accelerator and premier TikTok Shop partner, a move aimed at strengthening the digital performance of more than 50 brands in its portfolio.
Authentic partners with Pattern to optimize ecommerce operations. – Champion
The partnership expands Authentic’s marketplace strategy, with Pattern responsible for managing official storefronts on TikTok Shop and expansion planned across Amazon, Walmart, Target Plus, Zalando, Otto and additional marketplaces worldwide. The work will include marketplace-specific content, translations and retail media strategies designed to boost visibility and conversion.
“Authentic’s global marketplace strategy meets customers on the platforms they trust, creates smarter discovery for our brands, and optimizes conversion at scale,” said Tim Derner, global head of marketplaces at Authentic.
“Partnering with Pattern is an important step in our digital expansion strategy. TikTok Shop is critical to how today’s consumers discover and purchase our brands, and Pattern’s proven technology and global expertise will enable us to scale faster while driving long-term, sustainable growth across our portfolio and protecting the strength of our brands.”
As part of the collaboration, Authentic will centralize core ecommerce functions such as inventory planning, forecasting, fulfillment and brand protection. Pattern will provide technology to monitor unauthorized sellers and improve marketplace consistency, giving Authentic greater insight into supply, demand and execution across global retail channels.
“Authentic owns some of the world’s most recognizable brands,” said John LeBaron, chief revenue officer at Pattern.
“We’re thrilled to leverage our AI-powered platform and operational excellence to help Authentic’s brands accelerate e-commerce growth globally across an increasingly dynamic e-commerce landscape. As Authentic’s premier TikTok Shop partner, we’re excited to help their brands sell on TikTok Shop and leverage this fast-growing channel, where customers are increasingly discovering and purchasing products, to reach new customers and expand their global footprint.”
Tommy Hilfiger has announced the appointment of Sergio Pérez as its new global menswear ambassador, reinforcing its long-standing relationship with Formula 1 and its standing at the intersection of sport, style and contemporary culture.
Tommy Hilfiger appoints Sergio Pérez as global menswear ambassador – Cortesía
The announcement comes in the run-up to the 2026 season, when the Mexican driver will return to the grid with the Cadillac Formula 1 team, with Tommy Hilfiger as the team’s official kit partner.
“We have long championed drivers’ freedom to express themselves through style and, as Formula 1 continues to embrace fashion and entertainment, its stars have become truly global figures,” said Tommy Hilfiger.
He added that Pérez, an icon in Mexico and an international fan favourite, is a figure capable of inspiring new generations with his talent, confidence and personality.
From Pérez’s perspective, the collaboration also reflects the paddock’s cultural evolution.
“Tommy brought style to the paddock and gave drivers the confidence to show who they are away from the track. He has always been at the centre of the action,” Pérez said.
He explained that returning to competition with the brand marks a new chapter he embraces with enthusiasm and commitment, aligned with his preparations for the next sporting cycle.
The partnership encompasses menswear collections, fan merchandise inspired by the world of racing, timepieces, and participation in the brand’s campaigns and events.
Tommy Hilfiger adds Pérez to its line-up of athletes with global cultural impact, at a time when Formula 1 is extending its influence into image, consumer culture and fashion.
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