Luxury Brand Miraclesuit Makes WWD Top 100 American CorporationsDecember 13, 2012For generations Miraclesuit has been a favorite of fashion aficionados and shapewear devotees. Miraclesuit raises the bar in designer and luxury swimwear, shapewear, and control apparel, promising to make you "look 10 lbs. lighter in 10 seconds". Miraclesuit's goal and founding principal to make every woman feel great in what they wear makes them a top American corporation time and time again.
Christina Wu's Spring 2013 Bridal Collections Showcase Hottest TrendsDecember 13, 2012Christina Wu announced that its Spring 2013 collections of bridal gowns stay with the season's hottest trends. Favorite new designs from runways to red carpets include head-to-toe lace and ruffled or tiered skirts. Both styles were prominently displayed at the recent New York Bridal Fashion Week.
New Target Store Slated to Open in BaltimoreDecember 13, 2012Target announced plans to open a new store in Baltimore in October 2013. The new store, located on Boston Street, will be part of the Canton Crossing Shopping Center. To date, Target has announced plans to open fourteen Target stores in 2013.
J. Crew and Tumblr Host Blogger Event TonightDecember 13, 2012J. Crew is making an effort to be more active in cyber space. They have relaunched its Twitter account @JCrew and the retailer has begun using Pinterest and Instagram.
Topshop To Make Its Hong Kong DebutDecember 13, 2012Vogue is reporting that Topshop will open it's first store in Hong Kong next year in partnership with the department store Lane Crawford. This will be the first time that Topshop has had a strong presence in the Far East.
New Look Brings Downton Abbey Edwardian-inspired Dresses to High StreetDecember 13, 2012In July 2012, fashion magazine Love featured a picture of three female stars of Downtown Abbey on their magazine. Heralded as the look of the moment, the hype around the programme has brought the look to the here and now, with Autumn 2012 showcasing some beautiful examples of how to dress like a Real Lady.
Claire's Stores Opens In Italy And LuxembourgDecember 12, 2012Claire's Stores, Inc., specialty retailers of fashionable jewelry and accessories at affordable prices targeting young women, teens, tweens, announced the recent opening of Claire's stores in Italy and Luxembourg. The Company entered both of these markets on an owned and operated basis.
The Jones Group Promotes Aida Tejero-DeColli to Chief People OfficerDecember 12, 2012The Jones Group Inc. announced the promotion of Aida Tejero-DeColli to the newly created position of Chief People Officer, effective immediately. In this elevated role, Aida will continue to lead all efforts supporting Human Resources activities at Jones including, talent acquisition and management, training and development, and associate compensation, benefit and recognition programs.
Daryl K Returns With a Capsule for Steven AlanDecember 12, 2012Streetwear designer Daryl Kerrigan, aka Daryl K, closed her NYC in March and said she was 'taking a break from retail for the time being.' In October, she launched a lower-priced line with Urban Outfitters, with items priced between $59 and $139. But it looks like her signature high-end line is making a comeback!
Sephora Times Square Makeover is CompleteDecember 12, 2012Sephora has finally completed it's four store makeover. They have redone the Soho store, Union Square, Columbus Circle and have finished up with their largest - the Times Square location. The 42nd Street store is now as sparkling as it's glittering eye shadows!
Puma CEO Steps DownDecember 12, 2012Puma has announced that chief executive Franz Koch will leave in March as part of an ongoing shake-up as it tries to catch up with rivals such as Adidas and Nike.
Rihanna Dazzled in Jacob & Co. on SNLDecember 12, 2012Jacob & Co. stands for exquisite timepieces and fine jewelry, settings that resemble high-design concepts and artistic flare. It's no surprise, that celebrities like Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, and Carrie Underwood turn to Jacob & Co. for their red carpet appearances.
Teen Entrepreneurs Partner Empower Women with Women's NetworkDecember 12, 2012Los Angeles-based teen entrepreneurs Emily Matson and Julianne Goldmark, the duo behind Emi-Jay, Inc., announced their 2013 partnership with Step Up Women's Network. Founded in 2008, the luxe hair accessory company partners with Step Up Women's Network to encourage girls across the nation to fulfill their goals and unlock their ultimate career potential.
Aquafina and 'Project Runway' Team Up for Design ChallengeDecember 12, 2012Aquafina and 'Project Runway' have teamed up to launch the 'Aquafina Pure Challenge,' a competition that invites consumers, including aspiring designers, to celebrate the pure essence of who they are by submitting an original Aquafina-inspired design
Oscar de la Renta to Host Focus GroupDecember 12, 2012Oscar de la Renta wants to know what their fans are thinking. Erika Bearman, the brand's media personality and senior vice president of global communications, is set to host a focus group next week reports WWD. The company is gearing up to launch a 'top secret' product specifically aimed for cyber space and the twist? Bearman will select the participants via Twitter.
Bloomingdale's Launches Denim Seeker in StoresDecember 12, 2012Bloomingdale's has brought it's online denim experience into five of its stores. Their 'denim seeker' tool, aimed to help shoppers find the best jean for their body, has gone from the small computer screen to a large 32-inch veritical touch screen in the women's denim department. The pilot program is featured at Bloomingdale's stores in Aventura, Fla.; Century City, Calif.; Short Hills, N.J., and SoHo and White Plains, N.Y.