WWD Memo Pad

French Edition of Harper's Bazaar to Launch

WWD.com — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

French journalist Alexandra Senes has been appointed editor in chief.

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John Galliano Said to Be Considering TV Interview

WWD.com — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

Talks are in the early stages, and it’s not clear which would come first, TV or the print interview with Vanity Fair.

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The Other 98% Launches Campaign to Acquire Tribune Co.

WWD.com — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:18:00 EDT

The nonprofit organization, which challenges corporate influence and threats to democracy, is using crowdfunding site Indiegogo.com.

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The Mad Video Looks to Monetize Online Videos

WWD.com — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

Via the new platform, users enter the URL of a YouTube video and tag the people, places or products in the video.

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David Letterman, Robin Williams Take the Stage at CBS Upfront

WWD.com — Thu, 16 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

The network had an abundance of TV personalities on hand on Wednesday.

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Condé Nast Traveler to Launch in Middle East

WWD.com — Wed, 15 May 2013 06:22:00 EDT

The title is to be published under a license agreement with Arab Publishing Partners.

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TV Personalities Spice Up ABC's Upfronts

WWD.com — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

Kerry Washington helped get things rolling at the Lincoln Center presentation by headlining a pretaped skit with Jimmy Kimmel and ABC president Anne Sweeney.

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Nicole Kidman to Appear in Jimmy Choo Ads

WWD.com — Tue, 14 May 2013 05:23:00 EDT

Actress was photographed by Mikael Jansson for “cinematic” spots.

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Lagardère Active's Advertising Sales Down 7.7% in Q1

WWD.com — Tue, 14 May 2013 03:58:00 EDT

French media group said TV production helped to offset the negative trend in its magazine business.

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Donna Karan's Fall Campaign an Artist Affair

WWD.com — Tue, 14 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

The images, shot by Mikael Jansson, capture models Catherine McNeil and Andres Velencoso in a steamy, sensual tryst in an artist’s environment.

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Anna Wintour's New Title Landing on Condé Nast Mastheads

WWD.com — Tue, 14 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

Vanity Fair, Lucky and W are some of the titles that have listed her in the June issues, while a handful have left her out.

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Catching Up With Chris Heath, National Magazine Award Winner

WWD.com — Mon, 13 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

The longtime men's magazine contributor won for an 11,000-word piece in the March 2012 GQ on a wild animal hunt and massacre in Zanesville, Ohio.

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Rodale Venturing Into Retail

WWD.com — Mon, 13 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

The publisher of Women’s Health, Men’s Health and Prevention will launch its first online specialty store, Rodale’s, later this month.

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Valentino Taps Terry Richardson for Campaign

WWD.com — Mon, 13 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

The label's fall accessories campaign brings edginess to the brand better known for its aspirational glamour.

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Anew Magazine Launching

WWD.com — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:45:00 EDT

The magazine is published by Gianluca Reina and billed as the sort of collectible magazine that looks great on coffee tables.

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Glenda Bailey Talks Trends at First Look at Fashion Luncheon

WWD.com — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:44:00 EDT

In whizzing through her checklist — turtleneck, statement coat, ankle boot, etc. — the editor in chief flashed a few shots from Bazaar’s June/July issue.

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Celebrities Star in Gucci’s Chime for Change Mother's Day Campaign

WWD.com — Fri, 10 May 2013 12:47:00 EDT

Blake Lively, Ziggy Marley, Cameron Diaz and Olivia Wilde took part in a special video to share what they admire about their mothers.

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Sheryl Sandberg's Newest 'Lean In' Devotee Is Bonnie Fuller

WWD.com — Fri, 10 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

The editor participated in a talk for the United Jewish Appeal Federation of New York Professional Women’s Philanthropy on Tuesday.

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Vanity Fair Lands John Galliano Interview

WWD.com — Fri, 10 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

Details have been kept under wraps and not much is known about the interview, which will run in the July issue, beyond its broad scope.

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Tory Burch Speaks at Forbes Women's Summit

WWD.com — Fri, 10 May 2013 00:01:00 EDT

Speaking with Moira Forbes, president and publisher of Forbes Woman, the designer said she never expected to have the kind of success her company has enjoyed.

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