Apple Martin in Self-Portrait’s Spring 2026 campaign.Photo: Ryan McGinley/Courtesy of Self-Portrait
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These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Wednesday.Apple Martin fronts Self-Portrait’s latest campaignApple Martin stars in Self Portrait’s Spring 2026 campaign. Photographed by Ryan McGinley and styled by Mel Ottenberg, Martin poses in front of picturesque landscapes while wearing airy dresses. This marks Martin’s second partnership with the brand. “While our first chapter introduced Apple officially to the creative industry, this new series of portraits shows a more reflective evolution of her personality; there’s a maturity and steadiness to the imagery which aligns with where she is heading,” Han Chong, founder and creative director of Self-Portrait, said in a statement. {Fashionista inbox}Diesel names new CEODiesel has appointed Andrea Rigogliosi as its new CEO. He will report directly to Ubaldo Minelli, CEO of the OTB Group, and will be responsible for further growing the brand during its turnaround. Rigogliosi formerly held leadership positions at Miu Miu, Fendi and Dior. {OTB Group}Unilever backs two Indian beauty brandsUnilever has bought stakes in two Indian beauty brands: Secret Alchemist, a “clean” fragrance brand, and SkinInspired, a luxury skin-care label. The investment will help Unilever strengthen its position in the booming Indian beauty market. The funding will also help both brands scale and strengthen their product development. {WWD/paywalled}Tatcha appoints a new CEOTatcha has named Diane Kim as its new CEO, effective Feb. 9. The former senior vice president of global marketing at The Estée Lauder Companies succeeds Mary Yee, who parted ways with Tatcha in October 2025. In this role, Kim will focus on global expansion, especially across Europe and Asia. {Business of Fashion/paywalled}Maison Close acquires ScandaleMarseille-based lingerie brand Maison Close acquired French lingerie label Scandale. The deal value has not been disclosed. “The challenge is immense, but at Maison Close, we love ambitious projects; they are our motor,” Nicolas Busnel, founder, president and artistic director of Maison Close, said in a statement. “[Our] teams are galvanized by this new adventure.” {WWD/paywalled}Kleinfeld Bridal expands into menswearKleinfeld Bridal is partnering with Generation Tux to rent and sell tuxedos, suits and accessories in the bridal retailer’s Manhattan flagship. This marks Kleinfeld’s official entry into menswear. “This partnership allows us to provide Kleinfeld’s luxury experience to couples,
bringing high-quality menswear and dedicated service to our brides, grooms and guests under one roof,” Ronnie Rothstein, CEO of Kleinfeld Bridal, said in a statement. {Fashionista inbox}Do you have an emerging brand you want to share with Fashionista readers? Jumpstart your business with our affordable digital offerings.
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