The fashion industry is gearing up for this year’s Met Gala, held May 2nd at the Metropolitan Museum of Art with the theme “Manus x Machina: Fashion in an Age of Technology.” But before we get to all the futuristic fashion sure to grace the Met steps, let’s revisit last year’s gala (“China: Through the […]

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Festival Season is here, and on Day One, you have two jobs: look awesome in a hip hat and keep that hot sun off your face. Day Two? Repeat. But what if you don’t want to wear the same hat each day? To the rescue is Fancy Fedora, which sells hats with interchangeable colorful bands, […]

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While economists and analysts expected retail sales to be flat in March (Bloomberg’s median forecast of 81 surveyed economists called for a 0.1% gain), they actually slid down 0.3%. This indicates that Americans are saving more even as the job market continues to do well. March retail store and restaurant sales declined 0.3% from February […]

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First we had Flash Tattoos, which replaced jewelry in many instances (but still gave jewelry manufacturers and retailers something new to sell). Now there are actual ring tattoos, which are appealing to those who want to shun actual jewelry completely. Search hashtag #ringtattoo on Instagram and over 3,000 posts come up of people–often couples–flaunting their […]

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Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin– Kohl’s unveiled its new Kohl’s Cares collection with 100% of the net profit benefiting children’s health initiatives nationwide. To date, Kohl’s has raised nearly $300 million through its Kohl’s Cares merchandise program. To reinforce the company’s commitment to children’s health, Kohl’s has donated financial support to hospitals across the country. The donations […]

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Phone cases seem to get all the fashion love, so it’s refreshing to see cords and cables getting a style update as well! Australian company PlusUs has set out to make your phone look just as good when it’s charging as it does when it’s in your hand taking a selfie. The LifeStar collection of […]

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Opals. Moonstones. Spectrolite. Star Sapphires. These are all part of a category of gemstones that jewelers call “phenomenal” for the way they react to light and sometimes seem to change color. They are also the focus of the “Phenomenal Jewelry” group exhibition at the Aaron Faber Gallery off Fifth Avenue, running through April 23. “The […]

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As part of Accessories’ ongoing Industry Experts column, Sara Mayes CEO and President FASA/Fashion Accessories Shippers Association is providing an inside look into what is ahead in shipping for 2016. Mayes is a graduate of Queens College of the City University of New York.  She has been involved in international trade since 1966.  Since 1989, Mayes […]

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Backpacks continue to make style statements for all types of women, but with so many on the market, we’re turning to the details to set them apart. We’re loving this woven accent style from newcomer Day & Mood. The Scandinavian brand (it’s designed in Sweden), has the region’s signature minimalist approach but mixes a woven […]

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Martine Reardon, Macy’s Chief Marketing Officer, is stepping down after 32 years with the company. Reardon had the title of CMO since 2012, and under her direction Macy’s national marketing team has received numerous honors, including Emmys, Reggies, Clios, Effies, Racies and Art Directors Club Awards. Reardon’s retirement will be official on May 13 and […]

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