Blowing Bubbles to Pollinate Flowers

As wild insect populations decline and commercial honeybee colonies suffer maladies, farmers are seeking new ways to pollinate their crops. Some hire alternative insects, like blue orchard bees. Others drive huge pollen-spraying rigs, or daub each flower by hand with a paintbrush. In the future, some may blow bubbles. In a study published Wednesday in…

Rebag Is Getting Into the Re-Accessories Game

Christian VierigGetty Images While some brands are understandably struggling with the devastating impact of coronavirus on business, others are thriving. Namely, Rebag, a luxury retailer specializing in used designer handbags. As customers continue to buy less, more thoughtful, sustainable purchases are becoming more of a priority. According to Thredup’s 2019 resale report, the secondhand industry…

ThirdLove Launches The TL Effect to Support Businesses Led by Women of Color

ThirdLove has always strived to make every woman feel confident and celebrated—it’s a mission that’s been the driving force behind their brand since its inception. As brands respond to worldwide demonstrations against the senseless killing of Black people by reflecting on their commitment to diversity, ThirdLove has moved beyond social statements of solidarity. On Wednesday,…

Saying Goodbye to Sies Marjan

Sies Marjan arrived on the New York fashion scene in 2016 with a blast of color, industry fanfare and an exclusive two-year retail deal with Barneys New York. The creative director was the Dutch designer Sander Lak, a charming onetime member of Dries Van Noten’s design team who named the label after his parents. Joey…