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GUESS JEANS Opens Los Angeles Homecoming Flagship
By Alexandra Romero, Contributing Writer | February 12, 2026
GUESS JEANS opened its Los Angeles Homecoming Store at Melrose Avenue and San Vicente Boulevard Jan. 31, signaling a return to the brand’s California roots and the next phase of its global retail strategy.
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Lumiere Runway Dazzles With Haute Couture, Raises Money for Charity
With fabulous fashion pieces and five-star culinary offerings, more than 150 guests took in the Lumiere Runway fashion show on June 12. Lumiere Runway featured eight designers: Sara Rose, Naid’s Fashion, Freedom Fashion by Stephano Musa, High Status, Couture Aprons, Elegant Essentials, Donna Leah Designs and Verita Couture.
Victoria’s Secret Announces Women-Focused Initiatives During Reshaping of Brand
As the Victoria’s Secret lingerie and lifestyle brand continues to shift its focus towards the demands of the women it serves, it recently announced the creation of two new initiatives.
d’Offay Debut Elevates Responsible Design for Discerning Women
Blending her love of fashion with a lineage of garment making, Kristen d’Offay set out on a new career when she began development of her d’Offay line two years ago. On June 15, d’Offay will launch as a luxury women’s brand created using dead-stock textiles that provide the foundation for more-responsible fashion.
Goodbye, Pajamas ... Hello, Fabulous!
Throughout these past 15 months, many people have been asking for my 2 cents on the state of fashion post-COVID. For most, during these Zooming-from-home pandemic times, the dress code has been pajamas, athleisure, sweats—you know. If you keep up with retail-fashion news, you have seen the headlines: “Sweats are selling like crazy,” “It’s all about comfy clothes,” “Pajamas, pajamas, pajamas!”
Halston Releases Netflix Series–Inspired Collection
Following the May premiere of “Halston,” the Netflix project starring Ewan McGregor as the late luxury designer Roy Halston Frowick, whose work defined the 1970s era of disco grandeur and early 1980s period of excess, the designer’s namesake brand released a limited-edition capsule collection of eveningwear.
The Black Fashion Movement to Host Inaugural On-site Event at Galleria Dallas
Moving from its digital presence, The Black Fashion Movement will host its first on-site designer showcase at Galleria Dallas.
Yara Shahidi and Adidas Honor Changemakers Through Originals Collection
Building her résumé as a fashion designer, actor, producer, Harvard University student and changemaker Yara Shahidi recently partnered with the sportswear brand Adidas to create a collection that pays homage to her heritage and the next generation of those who are making an impact in the world.
Moschino Debuts New Sesame Street Campaign Starring Kacey Musgraves
Moschino Creative Director Jeremy Scott was inspired to create a Sesame Street collection starring Kacey Musgraves.
Otis ‘Virtually Cool’ Event Mentors and Supports Students
On May 8, Otis College of Art and Design hosted its 39th Annual Scholarship Benefit and Fashion Show as a virtual event named “Virtually Cool” for students to showcase their work created with mentors, such as the AG Jeans Stronger Together collection.
'Making the Cut' Announces Season Two Designers
With its second season scheduled to premiere July 16 on Amazon Prime Video, “Making the Cut” recently announced the group of 10 designers who will engage in the competition for $1 million and a mentorship opportunity with Amazon Fashion.
Nikki Reed Designs New Collection for Eco-Luxury Sneaker Brand Loci
Nikki Reed recently partnered with eco-luxury sneaker brand Loci to create a capsule of classic styles using recycled ocean plastics.
Citizens of Humanity T-shirt Initiative Supports COVID-19 Vaccine Research
With a history of showing its support for different organizations and movements, Citizens of Humanity has donated more than $180,000 to aid a variety of organizations over the last year.
California Designers Named as Finalists for CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund
The CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund announced its 2021 finalists on April 27 and Los Angeles-based designers were among those selected. Both House of Aama by Rebecca Henry and Akua Shabaka, and designer Kenneth Nicholson were among the 10 finalists for this year’s award.
Lenzing and RCGD Continue to Share Eco Couture at the Oscars
For the second consecutive year, fiber provider Lenzing and the sustainable-fashion advocacy group Red Carpet Green Dress joined together to bring more-sustainable options to elegant dressing during this year’s Oscars, which was held on April 25.
For Spring 2021, Johnny Was Shares Bright, Bohemian, Desert-Inspired Styles
For its Spring 2021 collection, Johnny Was sought inspiration from desert elements such as the beauty of a warm sunset set against a glorious cool blue sky.
