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Cake Maternity announced the release of Rock Candy, a new maternity bra innovation designed to transition with a woman's body during pregnancy and through postpartum nursing. Two years in the making, Rock Candy joins Cake Maternity's collection of premium lingerie and loungewear solutions for expecting and new moms.

Michael Kors announced that it will soon break ground on a state-of-the-art distribution center in Trade Port North in Venlo, Netherlands. The new European Distribution Center (EDC) will service all of the luxury fashion brand's European and Middle Eastern retail, wholesale and, eventually, e-commerce needs.

H&M, Hennes & Mauritz, one of the top retailers offering fashion and quality at the best price in a sustainable way celebrated the opening of its new flagship store in New York City. 1,500 shoppers and music fans alike gathered at the new store at One Herald Square to be the first to shop the new collection and hear Academy Award, Golden Globe and Grammy winner John Legend perform. Twenty lucky customers in line were also chosen for meet-and-greets with the iconic singer.

Target loves designer collaborations but at Target prices. So, what could be better than the chance to make that designer piece all your own…as in, an original, as in yours and yours alone? That's exactly what you'll get from the retailer's latest endeavor by Eddie Borgo, who's crafted a first-of-its-kind limited-edition collection of customizable jewelry, accessories and wall art, just for you.

Tommy Hilfiger, which is owned by PVH Corp., announced that Tommy Hilfiger will present its Spring 2016 men's collections, including tailored, sportswear and underwear, at London Collections: Men on June 14, 2015 and at the inaugural New York Fashion Week: Men's on July 15, 2015.

H & M, Hennes & Mauritz AB, one of the world's largest fashion retailers famous for offering fashion-forward apparel at affordable prices, announced that it is launching a national recruiting campaign, called 'Place of Possible,' aimed at attracting talent interested in entering the fashion industry to support the company's rapid expansion in the United States and the rest of the world. The campaign will include national advertising across online, outdoor billboards, and in-store displays as well as a college tour featuring an H&M Airstream - all geared at spreading awareness of company's highly competitive compensation, benefits and advancement opportunities that make H&M a viable and attractive launching pad for careers in fashion.

Columbia Sportswear Company announced the appointment of Mr. Han-Bo Shim to serve as general manager of the company's wholly owned Korea subsidiary, based in Seoul, effective May 18, 2015.

RAYMOND WEIL, the luxury Swiss watchmaker, announced classical violinist - Nicola Benedetti MBE, is the Brand's first female music ambassador.

lululemon athletica inc. announced the resignation of Delaney Schweitzer, Executive Vice President, Global Retail, effective May 29, 2015.

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. continues its global expansion with new license agreements in South Korea with SK Networks Co., Ltd.; in Singapore with Trendz 360, Pte. Ltd.; and in Greece with Notos Com Holdings, S.A. Stores will begin opening in mid-2015. The addition of these key markets strengthens the company's position across the EMEA and APAC regions and extends its reach to 28 countries worldwide, through a combination of international licensed and company owned and operated stores.

Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH announced plans to open a new store at Plaza 183 in Cerritos, CA, in September 2015. The new 30,000 square foot store will be fashioned in an open, modular layout, and feature a unique and unparalleled selection of designer finds for both men and women.

Specialty clothing brand, Free People, has expanded its New York City Rockefeller Center boutique by adding 3,936 square-feet of retail space. Open since 2012, the newly expanded store now encompasses 11,096 square-feet, making it the brand's largest location to date. The additional square footage will house areas for an expanded assortment of 'FP Collection' shoes and 'Intimately Free People', as well as the introduction of the first 'FP Movement' and 'Party Dress' shops alongside lifestyle elements from the brand's assortment of unique home offerings.

H&M announced its autumn guest collaboration with the Parisian house of Balmain. A veritable bastion of French luxury, under the creative directorship of young Olivier Rousteing, Balmain has grown into a global pop-culture phenomenon. Yesterday night, Rousteing himself and his friends Kendall Jenner and Jourdan Dunn, walked the red carpet at The Billboard Music Awards revealing the first pieces of the collection. Through social media H&M and Balmain invited their fans to join a movement of togetherness with #HMBalmaination.

LE TOTE, the fashion rental subscription service for everyday clothing and accessories, announced its plan to expand its service to offer maternity clothing. In response to high customer demand, the company today opened a waitlist so women can sign up for early access to LE TOTE Maternity, which will be available this fall.

Rue La La (www.ruelala.com), a leading online lifestyle shopping destination, announced the first of four programs dedicated to cotton, The Fabric of Our Lives. The retailer joins Cotton Incorporated to support its recently launched 'Cotton. It's Your Favorite for a Reason.(SM)' campaign.

H&M announced the arrival of its first full range beauty collection. The launch will kick off in stores this fall, with an assortment of makeup as well as haircare, body care and beauty tools. Fashion is at the heart of the range, with an ever-evolving makeup selection that focuses on seasonal looks, ideas and colors. The products will be available in over 900 stores worldwide and online at hm.com.

The Muny announced today its complete cast for Stephen Sondheim (music and lyrics) and James Lapine's (book) Into The Woods, playing July 21-27. The production will be directed by Gary Griffin, choreographed by Chris Bailey and music directed by Brad Haak.

Kay Jewelers announced the brand's launch on Pinterest and Instagram to enhance its existing social presence on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. With these introductions, guests will have a unique opportunity to interact with the brand through eye-catching visuals that showcase the company's beautiful jewelry in unique and creative ways that are sure to inspire. In celebration of the Pinterest launch, Kay has also announced a special 'Best Mom Ever Pin-To-Win Mother's Day Sweepstakes' which runs through May 10.

DSW Inc. (NYSE: DSW), a leading branded footwear and accessories retailer, announced a new DSW to Great South Bay Center. The store will open on May 7, 2015.

Actor Hugh Jackman wants families to take sun protection more seriously. To meet this goal Jackman and his business partner Chris Clarke have launched a new line of products called Pure Sun Defense.