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Apply Now: Kroger Submissions Open for Brands Innovation Summit

Kroger launches the inaugural its Our Brands Innovation Summit, a program to enhance and accelerate the selection of private brand items sold across the Kroger Family of Companies.

Waterford to open first ever pop up store in NYC

Heritage crystal brand, Waterford, is ushering in a new era of the brand’s iconic presence with the launch of its all-new creative campaign, aimed at evolving the 200-year-old brand into a new age of artistry.

The Met X Pacsun debuts capsule collection

Pacsun delves into the world of fine art with the release of The Study of Fine Arts: Highlights from The Met Reimagined by Pacsun, an exclusive capsule collection in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.

Sally Beauty celebrates Hispanic owned beauty brands

Sally Beauty continues to expand its product assortment to reflect consumer needs and support the Hispanic community.

The Lip Bar Inc. Raises $6.7 Million In Funding

Award-winning beauty company The Lip Bar Inc. has raised an oversubscribed $6.7M fundraising round to further grow its house of brands including The Lip Bar, the 10-year-old innovative vegan, cruelty free and non-toxic beauty brand, and thread beauty, the newly launched, bold, gender-neutral, Gen Z-focused, BIPOC beauty brand that is proving to be a breath of fresh air in the industry.

Victoria's Secret Launches Undefinable Global Campaign Starring Bella Hadid, Hailey Bieber and more

Victoria’s Secret introduces ‘Undefinable’ — a global campaign designed to cement the brand’s continued commitment to welcoming and championing women’s voices and unique perspectives.

Nordstrom Rack to Open New Location in Kennesaw, GA

Seattle-based fashion retailer Nordstrom, Inc. has announced plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack in the spring of 2024.

MINISO Opens its 2000th Store Outside of China in Lyon, France

Founded in 2013 by Chinese businessman, Mr Jack Ye, MINISO has quickly grown to have approximately 5,200 stores globally as of June 30th, 2022.

Nordstrom Rack Opens New Location in Las Vegas

Nordstrom Rack, the off-price retail division of Nordstrom, Inc., is set to open a new location in Las Vegas in spring 2023.

Estée Lauder and BALMAIN Partner to Launch BALMAIN BEAUTY

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. and BALMAIN have entered into a license agreement to collaboratively develop, produce, and distribute an innovative line of beauty products that will speak to luxury consumers around the world: BALMAIN BEAUTY.

Missha Launches at Saks Fifth Avenue

A leading Korean cosmetics brand, Missha has recently announced its partnership with Saks Fifth Avenue, marking the brand’s entry into the luxury department store arena.

Saks Launches Second Year of Emerging Designer Accelerator Program, The New Wave

Saks, the premier digital platform for luxury fashion, has launched the second year of its emerging designer accelerator program, The New Wave, presented by Mastercard.

Luxury Footwear Brand FREEBIRD Announces New Store Openings

Today, FREEBIRD, the leading footwear company known for their handmade leather boots, announced exciting new store locations opening across the U.S.

INTERMIX Partners with Affirm to Bring Shoppers Flexible Ways to Pay

INTERMIX partners with Affirm, the payment network that empowers consumers and helps merchants drive growth.

JCPenney Beauty Expands Partnership with Thirteen Lune

The national rollout builds on the flagship partnership with thirteen lune, a first of its kind, e-commerce destination designed to inspire the discovery of BIPOC-founded beauty brands that resonate with people of all colors.

UOMA By Sharon C. Launches at CVS Pharmacy Stores

UOMA By Sharon C., a beauty brand founded by Nigerian-born, LA and London-based former beauty executive Sharon Chuter, has launched in CVS Pharmacy.

Nordstrom to Open New Stores in Union Gap, Olympia & Salem

In the fall of 2023, Nordstrom Rack is set to open three new stores in Union Gap and Olympia, Washington, and Salem, Oregon.

Plus-size Retailer June+Vie Seeks To Attract Younger Market

Introducing a burst of youthful energy to one of the world’s largest online marketplaces for plus-size fashions, June+Vie adds a hip, younger vibe to the retailer’s lineup of venerable plus-size brands known for their comfort, fit, and smart, versatile styling.

JCPenney becomes first department store offering AI/AR makeup

JCPenney continues to strengthen its offering as the go-to inclusive in-store and online shopping destination for diverse, working American families with the announcement of a partnership with Revieve, a personalized digital brand experience company working with global brands, retailers, and digital services providers in the beauty, skin, health, and wellness categories.