In a three-story house with a shop down below, lived the world’s finest hat maker, Madame Chapeau. Like the lady herself, all her hats were refined. Brilliantly singular. One of a kind. So begins this sweet and fashionable tale, which is sure to appeal to adults and especially hat boutiques. It’s easy to see that […]

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American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. reported earnings per share of $0.42 for the fourth quarter ended January 30, 2016, a 17% increase from EPS from continuing operations of $0.36 for the comparable quarter last year. The company also announced EPS from continuing operations of $1.09 for the year ended January 30, 2016, compared to adjusted EPS […]

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“Fortuna i forti aiuta, e i timidi rifiuta” or in other words, “Fortune favors the bold.” This quote is front and center on the website for Pluma Italia, stressing the spirit of a brand featuring strong, bold statement pieces. Some of our favorite pieces are from the aptly named Gladiator collection. After all, we’re all […]

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A long time ago in a studio far, far away in California, George Lucas assembled a creative team of concept artists and costume designers. Star Wars and the Power of Costume–The Exhibition, ongoing at Discovery Times Square, brings that creative meeting of the minds to life in a fascinating exhibit (even if, like me, you never considered yourself […]

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According to eMarketer, over 31 million U.S. internet users will only go online via a mobile device in 2016. While Internet usage is pervasive in the U.S., with eight in 10 people now going online regularly, consumers’ digital lifestyle has evolved into a multidevice experience. Mobile devices now play a prominent role in 2016, as […]

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Pantone’s 2016 Colors of the Year, Rose Quartz and Serenity, have already made an impact on the Fall 2016 fashion runways. Either paired or alone, expect to see these peaceful pastel hues trickle down (even more) into accessories in a major way. Case in point: Balmain’s show in Paris. And Alexander Wang in New York […]

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If you called Jovana Djuric “clingy,” in this context that would be a big compliment. Her sleek sculptural jewelry clings to the ear lobe, the finger and the neck, elegantly fusing with the form of the body. A former designer for Givenchy, the Serbian-born, New York-based Jovana Djuric recently struck out on her own with […]

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More than three quarters of people who received gift cards during the 2015 holiday season plan to redeem them at brick-and-mortars stores, according to a recent report released by The International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). The ISCS reported that two-third of of all American adults received gift cards during the holiday season, averaging $85.10 […]

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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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We love suede handbags and suede/leather combos. But as the market is inundated with so many trending earthy browns, it’s super refreshing to see HYM’s fresh and unexpected suede/leather color palette. Launched in 2014, HYM is designed in Canada and made in New York City using supple Italian leather and velvety soft baby calf hair. […]

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