Zak: Forward Concept Made Wearable
Zachary Kaufman got an early start in the apparel business. At 16 years old, he was promoted to a buyer at the now-closed boutique Body in Encino and Beve...
Jane Oh: Classic Little Black Dresses
For her debut self-titled collection, designer Jane Oh used solid black fabrics to let the details and form of the garment do the talking. The line’s centerpiece is the little black dress and items to ...
Licensing Show Prepares for June Expo
The licensing industry—and those looking to learn more about it—will be heading to Las Vegas for the June 8–10 run of the Licensing International Expo at the Mandalay Bay Convention Cen...
Novice Retailers Gamble on Echo Park as Their New Frontier
When new retailer Tristan Scott took a gamble on opening a boutique in Los Angeles’ burgeoning Echo Park neighborhood, he felt he was taking more than a leap of faith in August 2009 when he took his fi...
Australia's Fashion Week Celebrates 15 Years of Style
SYDNEY, Australia—With 15 years under its belt, Rosemount Australian Fashion Week has become the premier showcase for designers from Australia and the Asia Pacific region. ...
Skate Chain on the Comeback Trail
Almost one year after high-profile skate chain Active Ride Shop declared bankruptcy, a new ownership is finding out whether it can recapture the mojo that made the Mira Loma, Calif.–based comp...
Southern Comfort
Saks Fifth Avenue announced it would be closing its 33,000-square-foot department store in Charleston, S.C., on July 17. But the s...
Split Acquired by Life Distribution
Life Distribution in Santa Ana, Calif., has acquired the Split surf-lifestyle clothing brand and will relaunch its young men’s and girls’ collections. Terms of the deal were not disclo...
New President for Guess Asia
Guess? Inc., the Los Angeles–based label known for its stylish denim and apparel, has appointed Kitty Yung as president of Guess Asia. She starts June 21. ...
Alex Perry - Australia's Celeb Designer Du Jour
Alex Perry is Australia’s go-to designer for the red carpet. And when J-Lo, Rhianna and Eva Longoria Parker come knocking, it’s clear that your star has risen from Down Under.An Alex Perry Spring 2010/11 gown on the runway at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week, photo courtesy of AuLifestyle/ Marie ClaireWith a European heritage, Perry has a flair for occasion. Think glamorous runway shows on the Queen Mary 2 or this season’s dramatic affair on a sound stage at FOX Studios with over 1,000 people in attendance. Perry’s name is synonymous with luxury and glamour, and his jeweled corsets, tailored...
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Shops – Collette Brings Well-Priced Fashion Finds from Korea to West 3rd (Mondette)Brides – Tavin Adds Vintage Bridal Collection to Its Roster of Goodies...
Free-Trade Agreement Activity Heats Up
The free-trade winds are starting to blow a little stronger now that retail sales around the world are improving. ...
Ever, Kenneth Cole, Hot Topic Stores Announced for New Santa Monica Place Mall
Santa Monica Place's Center Court area in its last phase of constructionAs the Santa Monica Place retail center in Santa Monica, Calif., starts its last phase of construction before its Aug. 6 debut, the highly anticipated mall...
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Handbags 2.0. Iconic accessories brand Coach taps three SoCal fashion bloggers (plus one New Yorker) to custom-design their "dream" handbag. (Style Section....
Design a Bikini, Win Some Stuff
With such a small amount of fabric and major functional qualifications (must cover the appropriate womanly body parts and stay put, flattering fit, waterproof, cuteness factor), swimwear design is an ultimate exercise in problem solving. Two surf lifestyle...
