KARLIE KLOSS IS SWAROVSKI’S NEW BRAND AMBASSADOR

Karlie Kloss is now adding some fun to Swarovski. Just recently, the multifaceted Austrian label announced that the quirky supermodel is its new brand ambassador. Through this, Swarovski hopes to tap into a wider, more digital-savvy consumer base. “Karlie is someone that young women look up to and her use of …

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RETAIL EARNINGS RECAP: THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY

Most of the first-quarter retail earnings have come to light, and unfortunately, most of it is a bitter pill to swallow. While there were some bright spots, notably Amazon (shocker) and TJX, earnings and comps below expectations have cast a pall over the industry. Additionally, many retailers have announced significant …

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STUDY: 35% OF SHOPPERS CAN’T BE BOTHERED WITH LOYALTY PROGRAMS

Are customers no longer loyal to loyalty programs? According to new research released by consumer behavior research firm Collinson Group, up to 35% of affluent, middle-class shoppers say they “can’t be bothered” with joining loyalty programs. This figure is up from 2014, when it was at 18%. In addition, those …

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KOHL’S, HSN TAKE US THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS

“Alice Through the Looking Glass” (Disney’s sequel to its 2010 “Alice in Wonderland”) opens this Friday and the fashion world is already capitalizing on the fantastical imagination of director James Bobin with extensive collaborations that span all accessories classifications. Just watch the trailer to be truly inspired! RETAIL TIE-INS Both …

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10 MINUTES WITH… ERIC SAMUEL GREEN, CREATIVE DIRECTOR, CHARMING CHARLIE

Known for grouping accessories by color in its 370 stores around the country and increasingly internationally, Charming Charlie has become the de facto color authority, with even blog posts on wearing color. Accessories caught up with Eric Samuel Green, Vice President and Executive Creative Director, Charming Charlie, to discuss the …

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Governmental Notices May 14 – 20, 2016

Attached is an update of governmental notices that may be of interest to our members and the trade among the items in this issue are links to: CITA’s Determination To Add A Product Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement;…

Governmental Notices May 7-13, 2016

Attached is an update of governmental notices that may be of interest to our members and the trade among the items in this issue are links to: APHIS’ Proposed Rule regarding Imports of Lemons from Northwest Argentina; CPSC’s Notice of a Public Hearing to discuss Commission Agenda and Priorities; CBP’s…

Item of the Day: Etnia Barcelona x Jean-Michel Basquiat

Now, you can see through art—literally. While it’ll be 28 years since artist Jean-Michel Basquiat passed away, his brand of cool is still alive till this day. The late American artist, best known as a neo-expressionist for his graffiti-like paintings, is the latest inspiration of eyewear brand Etnia Barcelona. Collaborating with the Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat, […]

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Nordstrom Cuts Guidance on Estimate Miss; Stocks Plunge

Nordstrom, Inc. reported Q1 earnings for the period ended April 30, 2016 and the news wasn’t good. While sales increased 2.5% to $3.2 billion, comp sales decreased 1.7%, compared with the same period last year. In addition, Nordstrom now says same store-sales could fall this year, according to Barrons, projecting full-year …

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