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Moods of Norway opening an NYC store
Moods of Norway, the Norwegian brand known for its colorful suits, is opening its second US store.
Read More’90s Throwback
Elise Diamantini: ’90s-inspired style was a strong trend in contemporary at the Las Vegas trade shows.
Read MoreNeckwear Notes: When customers don’t get the product
Harry Sheff: Retailers have their work cut out for them, educating risk-averse consumers about neckwear.
Read MoreMark Shale files Chapter 11
Mark Shale has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection again, the third time since 1995.
Read MoreNeckwear Notes: Project Las Vegas
Harry Sheff: It wasn’t long ago that the Project Las Vegas trade show didn’t have any neckwear. These days, there are plenty of ties in greater collections, and even a few dedicated tie lines.
Read MoreOnes to Watch: BucketFeet
Elise Diamantini: BucketFeet’s Aaron Firestein and Raaja Nemani, who met volunteering in Argentina, seek out emerging artists for the designs on their canvas shoes.
Read MoreMark Shale in financial trouble again?
The three-store Mark Shale chain, which is more than half menswear, has reportedly put most of its buying and marketing staff on furlough.
Read MoreWell groomed: Baxter of California
Harry Sheff: Forward-thinking men’s grooming brand Baxter of California is almost 50 years old and still a pioneer.
Read MoreDestination: Grooming
Harry Sheff: By making their fragrance and grooming departments a larger part of their stores, Blackbird, Martinpatrick3 and Halls have become destination shops.
Read MoreNeckwear Notes: Catching up with Jeff Sencer
Harry Sheff catches up with Jeff Sencer, who joined furnishings maker Steven Land as a consultant nearly a year ago.
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