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25 Years of Retail Growth — And Consolidation
From the end of the “merchant prince” era of department stores to the birth of Target, the dawn of the Walmart age to the Macy’s takeover and the present luxury boom, we track the last 25 years of retail.
Read MoreMarc Schneider Named CEO of Kenneth Cole Productions
Schneider comes to Kenneth Cole from PVH, where he has been group president of the Heritage Brands division since 2011.
Read MoreJason Cater Joins Peter Millar as VP, Design & Merchandising
Jason Cater has been named VP of design and merchandising at Peter Millar’s Peter Millar Collection division.
Read MoreSalence Wins Fashion Group International’s Rising Star Award
Whitney Hunter and Andy Gathings of Salence Outerwear have won Fashion Group International’s Rising Star Award for menswear.
Read MoreObituary: John Novachis
John Novachis, owner of the J. Novachis better men’s specialty store in Edina, Minnesota, has died after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
Read MoreDe Blasio Launches $15 Million Fashion Program for New York
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced during Fashion Week that the City would triple its investment in the fashion industry, from $5 million to $15 million.
Read MoreThe Tie Bar Makes Pop-Up Permanent, Changes Price Structure
The Tie Bar makes its pop-up permanent and announces prices changes for ties and pocket squares.
Read MoreIsaia to Open Madison Avenue Store
Isaia will open its first U.S. store at 819 Madison Avenue in a space formerly occupied by the Donna Karan flagship.
Read MoreNYC Charity FEGS Shutting Down After $20 Million Shortfall
FEGS, which stood for “Federation Employment & Guidance Service,” has many connections to the apparel industry, including the Suited for Work program.
Read MoreOld Navy Buoys Gap Inc.’s Fourth Quarter Sales
CFO Sabrina Simmons: “We’re pleased to have grown comparable sales 2% for the fourth quarter, driven by a strong, double-digit comp at Old Navy.”
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