Lazr Footwear Show Returns to Cooper for Third Run
The Lazr trade show ran at the Cooper Design Space in Los Angeles.
Billabong Sells West 49
In a little more than a month after it named a new chief executive officer, the beleaguered parent company of Irvine, Calif.–based Billabong announced that it has sold the Canadian chain of stores West 49 Inc. to YM Inc., which is headquartered in Toronto.
Glendale Galleria Unveils New Renovation
Glendale Galleria is unveiling the most extensive renovation in its 37-year history in Glendale, Calif., on Nov. 8.
Bloomingdale’s Puts Focus on Brands and Glam at New Glendale Store
The store opened Nov. 8 at the Glendale Galleria retail center.
October Sales Forecast From Ugly to Good
As forecasts for October sales roll in, predictions range from lousy to better-than-predicted.
The Art of Giving Back…Packs
Give Will, the foundation created by Will Leather Goods Founder and Creative Director Will Adler, has set a goal to give away 100,000 backpacks over the next five years to underfunded public schools nationwide.
Seafolly Opens First US Store in Newport Beach
For its first stand-alone U.S. store, Australian swim brand Seafolly headed to Newport Beach.
Topshop's Holiday Party
Topshop marked an early party for the upcoming holiday season. Erin Wasson and Mandy Moore were among the VIPs bringing in the cheer.
Surf Industry Veteran Lian Murray, 54
Surf industry pioneer Lian Murray passed away at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, Calif. Nov. 3 after suffering from a severe asthma attack, according to a statement from her family. She was 54.
Billabong Sells West 49
In a little more than month after it named a new chief executive officer, the beleaguered parent company of Irvine, Calif.–based Billabong announced that it sold Canadian chain of stores West 49 Inc. to YM Inc., which is headquartered in Toronto.
Buhler’s Werner Bieri, 60
Textile executive Werner Bieri, former president and founding chief executive officer of Buhler Quality Yarns, died on Nov. 2 after a long battle with leukemia.
Cosabella Pairs Up with BeachMint for Exclusive
Next year, Cosabella will be offering a new collection exclusive to BeachMint, based in Santa Monica, Calif.
Tarina Tarantino Gets Crafty With New Book
Fuchsia-haired designer Tarina Tarantino has talked to a lot of journos during her 18-years of business. Now she tells her own story.
Next step for Designer Courtney Cady: Bagtazo
After stints interviewing rock stars, producing runway shows and manufacturing fashion, Courtney Cady debuts jewelry line Bagtazo.
Meehan Joins Volcom as New President of North America Region
On Oct. 31, Volcom announced the appointment of Kevin Meehan as the inaugural president of the company's North America region.
