Neiman Marcus

Retail vet Nick Wooster is tightening his ties to Lardini, the family-run Italian suiting label that he’s been consulting for this year. In an effort to enhance Lardini’s presence in the U.S., the former men’s fashion director of Bergdorf’s and Neiman Marcus will be creating a 12- to 15-look capsule collection that will draw upon the label’s tailoring focus. The street style star will be infusing the line with his a messier touch; the buttoned-up looks will be combined with more casual, sportswear-inflected details. Lardini was started in 1978 by creative director Luigi Lardini, along with his siblings Andrea Lardini, Lorena Lardini, and Annarita Lardini. The family outfit produced tailored menswear for the likes of Dolce & Gabbana, Valentino, and Salvatore Ferragamo. In 1993, the Lardinis started producing collections for their eponymous label.

Karl Lagerfeld took the Chanel Pre-Fall show back to its retail roots by staging its runway show in Dallas this season. The iconic Parisian brand has a storied history with the city dating back to 1957, when Stanley Marcus of Neiman Marcus gave a big Southern welcome to Coco Chanel’s 1954 comeback collection, even as Parisians scoffed at the wares.

achary Quinto is No Stranger to the Fashion Circuit [Mr. Porter]
From hitting the red carpet at the CFDA awards to getting a bit punky at the Met Ball, this man knows his way around a good suit…Why Did Chanel Choose Dallas For Their Metiers d’Art Show? [Vogue UK]
Well, for one thing, Neiman Marcus was founded there…The Jewels to Watch on the Christie’s Auction Block Today [Telegraph]
There are quite a few ancient diamonds and precious stones to mull over.

As of today, Neiman Marcus has a new set of owners. In a $6 billion deal, Ares Management and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board purchased the department store from TPG and Warburg Pincus.

BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP announces the birth of a new member to their family, Hervé Léger by Max Azria Barbie. Set to hit stores in mid October, the doll will retail for $150 and be available at Hervé Léger by Max Azria retail stores, select Neiman Marcus retail stores, and on BarbieCollector.com. Barb’s miniature dresses will be constructed out of authentic Hervé Léger by Max Azria bandages and yarns and will be manufactured at the same factory that produces the full designer collection.

Santiago Barberi Gonzalez, son of Colombian handbag designer Nancy Gonzalez and president of their family-run business, breaks it down about their coveted exotic skin handbags, his extensive high-brow art collection, and what it’s like being one of the few internationally visible Latin American luxury brands on the market. BY PAIGE REDDINGER

As the fashion-forward CEO of AdvanStar, former Condé exec Tom Florio has traded one fabulous circus for another. Between producing 10 (yes, 10!) trade shows and updating each with cutting edge technology, it’s lucky this ringleader can work with…MAGIC.
BY DENA SILVER

Meet Danielle DiFerdinando, the brains behind hip handbag line, Danielle Nicole. Combining high quality design with affordable pricing, DiFernando’s carryable endeavors have been sealed with a blessing from the most influential woman in the world. Post-recession, she’s proving that being chic doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Now, that’s a principle we can get behind!
BY RACHEL BERNSTEIN

Vanity Fair has enlisted The Daily to choose candidates for its International Best-Dressed Challenge. All week we’ll be watching what you’re wearing and sending them our picks. Cast your vote on VanityFair.com, and be sure to don your chicest threads this week for a shot at getting VF-ed!
Name: Myf ShepherdAge: 21Occupation: I’m an artist.

Roopal Patel has founded her own conulting agency after leaving her post at e-tailer, Moda Operandi.