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Retail's most influential leaders to speak at Private Label Expo

New York’s biggest private label event of the year, Private Label Expo – New York is on September 30 and October 1st 2021, with two informative packed days in person at the Javits Center.

Yorkdale Shopping Centre Attracts New Luxury Brands

Yorkdale Shopping Centre, a premier shopping destination in Toronto, Ontario, has announced the addition of new luxury brands to its impressive roster of stores.

The 8th Annual LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers: 2021 Winners

The final of the 8th edition of the LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers took place on 7th September 2021 at the Louis Vuitton Foundation, in the presence of six artistic directors from the LVMH Group, Virgil Abloh, Jonathan Anderson, Maria Grazia Chiuri, Marc Jacobs, Kim Jones and Stella McCartney, alongside Delphine Arnault, Jean-Paul Claverie and Sidney Toledano.

Sephora announces first-ever Black-owned brands campaign

Today, Sephora unveiled its first-ever Black-owned brands campaign to further recognize and celebrate the contributions that Black culture and Black innovators have made to the beauty industry, including the excellent array of products, available for all beauty consumers.

Target Appoints Google Exec to Lead In-House Retail Media Company

Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) today named Sarah Travis president of Roundel, the retailer’s in-house media company. 

Klarna hits record 20 million US customers as demand surge

Klarna today announced it has doubled its US customer base since June 2020, reaching a record 20 million customers.

Old Navy is revolutionizing the shopping experience with the BODEQUALITY sizing

Old Navy is revolutionizing the shopping experience with the launch of BODEQUALITY. Beginning on August 20, Old Navy will redefine size inclusion, offering every one of its women’s styles, in every size, with no price difference.

Valentino Beauty Launches at Nordstrom Center Stage

Center Stage at Nordstrom NYC, from August 9 to August 28 will feature Valentino Beauty for its first exclusive pop-up shop.

Target Introduces The Fall Designer Collection Featuring Four Rising Forces in Fashion

Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) today announced The Fall Designer Collection, featuring four limited-time-only design partners: Rachel ComeyVictor GlemaudSandy Liang and Nili Lotan.

Poshmark Adds Salesforce Executive Ebony Beckwith to Board of Directors

Poskmark appoints Ebony Beckwith, Chief Philanthropy Officer at Salesforce and CEO of the Salesforce Foundation, to Poshmark’s board of directors.

Frank Ocean Launches Luxury Jewelry Store Homer

Frank Ocean, the renowned musician, has ventured into the world of luxury jewelry with the launch of his brand, Homer.

Target and Ulta Beauty Announce Brands and First Locations Ahead of Highly Anticipated August Launch

Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) and Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA) today shared details about the highly anticipated Ulta Beauty at Target, slated to begin rolling out in more than 100 Target stores nationwide and online with more than 50 specially curated prestige brands this August.

How Stylebuy Is Making Wholesale More Accessible Online

The wholesale clothing industry has seen notable growth in recent years, driven by increasing demand for fashionable yet affordable options.

Klarna announces first recipients of the Small Business Impact Initiative grants

Klarna today announced the first group to receive grants from the recently-launched Klarna Small Business Impact Initiative to help SMBs recover from a loss of business due to the pandemic.

Footwear news and trends

Footwear brand Hoka, renowned for its cushioned running shoes, is making a significant move by opening its first-ever retail stores.

Skims Is the Official Underwear of the U.S. Olympic Team

Kim Kardashian’s shapewear brand, Skims, has made a significant impact in the world of fashion since its launch in 2019.

Sharon Chuter Launches UOMA Sister Brand at Walmart

UOMA Beauty, a leading inclusive black-owned beauty brand, has expanded its offerings with the launch of its sister brand, UOMA by Sharon C.

L’Oréal and Facebook have announced a technology platform integration with ModiFace, L’Oréal’s owned augmented reality and artificial intelligence company, to bring AR-powered makeup try-ons to shopping on Instagram. 

H&M Launches 'The Blank Staples' for Wholesale Customers

H&M, a leading global fashion retailer, launched its Blank Staples Wholesale Program in May 2021. This program offers a new purchasing format for the brand’s core range of premium quality basics, which was initially introduced in September 2020.