James Watson Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Committed to Quality Since 1950, Audrey Talbott’s hand-sewn bowties evolved into one of America’s oldest luxury menswear brands, renowned for premium tailored clothing, shirts, fine gauge knits, and soft accessories. Rooted in Carmel, California, the Talbotts collaborated with Europe’s finest mills, creating timeless designs that celebrate color and craftsmanship. With a rich and impressive archive, the brand blends heritage with modern sophistication, offering collections that embody enduring quality and artisanal excellence.Our team is driving the relaunch of this heritage brand with a keen emphasis on enhancing service standards and cultivating strategic partnerships. This initiative encompasses the launch and expansion of our multi-channel mono-store presence, while also reinforcing and growing our wholesale network both domestically and internationally.JamesWatson@RobertTalbott.com

Montreal, Quebec, Ca

Using the finest materials and exceptional craftsmanship, the team at Jack Victor offer thoughtfully designed menswear that goes beyond seasonal trends and will stand the test of time. Since 1913, the commitment to accessible luxury, heritage and to a forward-thinking approach are at the core of the brand.

New York, Us

Directed all phases of Menswear, Womenswear, and Home Wholesale activities and International development in new territories with luxury Department Store groups & specialty stores. Spearheaded the brand launch and subsequent shop-in-shop builds at stores including Harrods, Selfridges, Brown Thomas, and David Jones.

New York, New York, Us

Worked in the Corporate HQ on the Michael Kors Menswear 2015 re-launch, partnering with Department Store and Specialty Store accounts in the USA and Mexico, as well as the in-house Global Retail teams. Covered both Full- and Off-price channels, reporting directly to the VP of Sales.www.michaelkors.com

Mira, Venice, It

Responsible for the Slowear collections (Incotex, Montedoro, Glanshirt and Zanone) in the Americas, reporting to the EVP of Sales. Close relationships with luxury OMNI Wholesale specialty stores and Department Store groups. Founded in 1951, Slowear is globally recognized as the leader in curated retail, offering a highly selective range of menswear, womenswear, accessories, and lifestyle products that embody both style and sophistication. Pioneers of the "slow fashion" movement long before it became a trend, they are also renowned for their impeccably designed, thoughtful retail environments that elevate the shopping experience to an art form.

Mira, Venice, It

Performed extensive international travel to engage with existing and prospective clients across diverse regions including Russia, the UK, Turkey, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Far East territories. Achieved notable success in establishing new shop-in-shop and wholesale business channels.Demonstrated comprehensive oversight in the sourcing and execution of the acquisition for the new 'Slowear' stand-alone retail stores in London, UK. Solely managed interactions with UK Brokers (CBRE), as well as legal teams in the UK and Italy, Italian architects, and UK contractors.

London, Gb

Founded in 1875, Liberty of London is globally renowned for championing the arts and fostering creativity through its iconic designs and collaborations. Their highly successful own label collection, spanning jewelry, luggage, menswear, womenswear, and home goods, resonated with a worldwide audience, solidifying Liberty as a leader in innovative and art-driven retail.Led the design strategy for Liberty of London's Menswear, securing a global distribution network with 55 points of sale in the inaugural wholesale season through partnerships with international specialty stores and luxury department store groups.Oversaw the seasonal development of exclusive prints, jacquards, embroideries, and hardware, ensuring each piece reflected Liberty's legacy of print excellence and rich heritage. Represented the collections at key industry events, including Pitti and Paris/Milan/London Fashion Weeks, while conducting extensive international travel for sales clinics and high-level buying appointments.www.liberty.co.uk

Milan, Milan, It

London, Gb

Worked on the development of the Topman brand re-launch. Additionally, helped to curate a premium, design-driven collection complementing the main range, emphasizing precision in fit, detailing, and fabrication.Collaborated on multiple projects with acclaimed emerging designers including Kim Jones and Markus Lupfer together with the in-house Design and Marketing teams. Assisted with range development/builds across a network of 250 stores in the UK and over 150 global locations, in addition to a fast growing online presence. This role required adaptability in a high-paced environment, addressing a diverse product portfolio.

London, Gb

International Designer Collectionswww.harveynichols.com

London, England, Gb

Menswear Contemporary & Designer Collectionswww.selfridges.com

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