VEGAS MAKES MAGIC AND THE KEY WORD IS EMBELLISHMENT

What happens in Vegas, does NOT stay in Vegas. In fact, when it comes to fashion trends and items, all the best pieces (think heavy embellishments!) will soon be making their way into your stores and ultimately, consumers’ closets. So before we totally look Sin City in our rear view mirror, let’s …

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IN HER FOOTSTEPS: LESLIE GALLIN, PRESIDENT FOOTWEAR, UBM FASHION

The first of a series, In Their Footsteps takes a look at people in the footwear industry. Our first profile is Leslie Gallin, UBM Fashion, President, Footwear, who talks about why consumers are buying boots in the summer and what attendees can expect at the upcoming footwear shoes. First, a bit …

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KOHL’S Q4 EARNINGS BEAT ANALYST EXPECTATIONS

Despite a rough holiday season, Kohl’s fourth quarter report was not as dismal as analysts had forecasted. Net income totaled $252 million, or $1.44 per share, down 15% from $296 million, or $1.58 per share in the year-ago period. And while that is not necessarily great news, the numbers beat expectation that …

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KEY APPOINTMENTS ANNOUNCED AT RALPH LAUREN

Ralph Lauren’s Way Forward Plan, a turnaround effort rolled out last year to boost sales, is back on track with two key appointments. Jonathan Bottomley has been named Chief Marketing Officer and Tom Mendenhall has been named Brand President, Men’s Polo, Purple Label and Double RL. Both positions are newly created roles …

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AAFA NAMES HONOREES FOR THE 2017 AMERICAN IMAGE AWARDS

Some of the biggest and brightest names in footwear and apparel are set to be honored at the The American Apparel & Footwear Association’s 2017 American Image Awards in late April in New York City. Andrew Rosen, Marc Fisher Footwear and Coach are among the top honorees named. The evening will benefit the …

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AUTHENTIC BRANDS GROUP AND MAGID ANNOUNCE LICENSING DEAL WITH ADRIENNE VITTIDINI, JONES NEW YORK AND PALM BEACH

Just in time for Spring 2017, Authentic Brands Group and MAGID have announced a licensing partnership with Adrienne Vittadini, Jones New York and Palm Beach. The collaboration will result in a branded collection of floppy hats, fedoras, straw and cotton hats. Merchandise under the Adrienne Vittadini and Jones New York labels are set to …

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DON’T MISS “PARIS REFASHIONED: 1957-1968” AT THE MUSEUM AT FIT

London wasn’t the only European city swinging in the ’60s. Paris was also coming into its own, breaking fashion rules and upending traditional couture with a more inclusive, accessible vision. Yesterday’s press event of “Paris Refashioned, 1957-1968” at the Museum at F.I.T. was a nice (and timely) closing to New York …

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SEE YOU AT MAGIC! NEW INITIATIVES AT WWDMAGIC & FN PLATFORM

Heading to Vegas next week? WWDMAGIC as well as FN PLATFORM have lots to announce. WWDMAGIC, a subsidiary of UBM Fashion and the largest showcase of women’s apparel and accessories in the industry, will debut two new areas on the show floor. The show – taking place February 21-23, 2017 …

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