Kenneth Cole Relaunches Women’s Apparel
Kenneth Cole Productions is excited to announce the relaunch of its women’s apparel line under the creative direction of Emily Cole. The highly anticipated Fall 2024 ready-to-wear collection will debut on Monday, September 30, with a campaign featuring Academy Award-winning actress Ariana DeBose, photographed by Cass Bird. The campaign aims to empower women, encouraging them to use their voices and continue fighting for change and equality—a movement supported by countless influential women in recent years.
“I am honored and humbled to be part of Kenneth Cole’s women’s campaign this fall,” says Ariana DeBose. “The brand’s long-standing dedication to social impact and advocacy, combined with this campaign’s theme of female empowerment, resonates deeply with me. The pieces in the collection reflect the confidence and resilience women need, especially at this crucial time.”
The Fall 2024 collection, designed by Emily Cole, exudes elegance and sophistication, drawing inspiration from contemporary styles. With architectural silhouettes and a rich palette of earthy tones, the pieces are both timeless and modern, offering versatility for the modern woman.
A standout in the collection is the Oversized Moto, a contemporary twist on menswear tailoring that combines oversized suiting elements with a fresh, modern flair. The collection also includes wool-blend outerwear, relaxed suiting, textured knits, bomber jackets, soft suedes, and vegan leather layering pieces, offering a glimpse into Emily Cole’s vision for the future of Kenneth Cole womenswear.
A standout in the collection is the Oversized Moto, a contemporary twist on menswear tailoring that combines oversized suiting elements with a fresh, modern flair. The collection also includes wool-blend outerwear, relaxed suiting, textured knits, bomber jackets, soft suedes, and vegan leather layering pieces, offering a glimpse into Emily Cole’s vision for the future of Kenneth Cole womenswear.
“This collection is more than just clothing; it represents the women who do it all—women who care deeply about the world and want to feel connected to a brand that sees and understands them,” says Emily Cole, EVP and Women’s Creative Director at Kenneth Cole Productions. “The pieces reflect the daily lives of modern women and will help propel the brand into the future.”
The twenty-one-piece collection balances refined materials and textures with industrial influences, featuring the brand’s innovative comfort compression technology for a flawless fit. Designed for versatility, the collection allows women to effortlessly transition from professional settings to casual outings or evening events, creating wardrobe staples that merge style with practicality.
Kenneth Cole, Chairman and Chief Creative Officer, praised Emily Cole’s leadership, stating, “I was thrilled when Emily joined the company three years ago, and I’ve loved watching her grow in her role as Women’s Creative Director. Her commitment to social impact and passion for addressing important human rights issues inspire me every day. The relaunch of womenswear feels empowering to all women, and the campaign shares a message that’s important for this pivotal time.”
The Kenneth Cole Fall 2024 women’s collection, with prices up to $495, will be available on kennethcole.com, macys.com, and in select Macy’s and Nordstrom stores starting Monday, September 30. The collection is designed and distributed in partnership with Kasper Group.
About Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc.
Kenneth Cole is an American designer, activist, and visionary who has built a global brand centered on the philosophy that business and social impact go hand in hand. For over 40 years, Kenneth Cole Productions has offered modern, versatile, and functional essentials designed to balance style, comfort, and performance. The brand’s products are distributed in 24 countries and are available through third-party retailers, specialty stores, and its e-commerce platform. Through its purpose-driven platform, Kenneth Cole strives to make a meaningful impact on both fashion and society.
Photo credit: Cass Bird
