Courtesy: Tory BurchTory Burch has named Pierre-Yves Roussel as its chief executive officer (CEO), starting early 2019. A longtime LVMH executive, Roussel will be based out of Tory Burch’s New York headquarters; he will report to the company’s board of directors. In partnership with Burch, he will lead and implement the company’s global strategy with a focus on operations. "There are very few leaders in the industry who have both a commercial track record and a deep admiration for the creativ

Courtesy: Pure LondonFashion trade show, Pure London, to be held from February 10-12, 2019, will display a re-edited layout and new British and international brands showcasing their AW19/20 collections. The brands include Parka London, Lauren Vidal, Mos Mosh, Jolie Garance, Aggel Knitwear, and Jovani. Strongest growth from global brands comes from France, Turkey, and Greece. Pure London’s strongest sector growth area is the newly created Gen Z section encapsulating the energy and mood of you

Courtesy: Chico's Fas Chico's Fas has implemented a suite of new digital engagement tools at designated Chico's, White House Black Market, Soma and Chico's Off the Rack locations in the US and Canada. The capabilities which are being implemented in partnership with Salesfloor, are likely to enable a highly personalised shopping experience and services, whether online or offline. Salesfloor is a mobile platform designed for store associates to personalise customer experiences. The initiative

Courtesy: Destination Maternity Destination Maternity Corporation, the world’s leading maternity apparel retailer, has reported net sales of $92.8 million for Q3 FY2018 which decreased 3.7 per cent from $96.4 million for Q3 FY2017. The sales were negatively impacted by the net closure of 27 company owned and 12 leased locations in addition to a decrease in comparable sales. Comparable sales for Q3 of fiscal 2018 decreased 2.6 per cent, compared to an increase of 1.1 per cent in Q3 of fiscal

Courtesy: TexfusionThe London Textile Fair (TLTF), the fashion fabrics tradeshow, will debut in New York with a new show, Texfusion. It will present more than 100 manufacturers of fashion fabrics, accessories, technical fabrics, and denim to the North American apparel and manufacturing market on January 16 and 17, 2019 at the Penn Plaza Pavilion, 401 7th Avenue, Manhattan. Texfusion – New York will host 100 among the best international manufacturers featuring fabrics mostly for international

Courtesy: Bloomingdale Frank Doroff, Bloomingdale’s vice chairman and general merchandise manager for ready-to-wear, bloomingdales.com and concessions, is retiring. Bloomingdale’s has named Denise Magid executive vice president and general merchandise manager for ready-to-wear, bloomingdales.com and concessions. The two will work together initially to ensure a smooth transition. The announcement has been made by Macy’s. Doroff’s retirement becomes effective February 8, 2019. Magid’s app

Courtesy: YunsaYunsa, the integrated high-segment worsted wool fabric manufacturer, has launched new fabrics suitable for all the four seasons. Yunsa fabrics can be a saviour for all seasons with its breathing and humidity controlling features. The collection is made with blending wool, which is a natural and sustainable raw material, with linen, silk, and cashmere. In the autumn season, one can catch a minimal casual street style with blazer jackets and chino trousers that can be put on kni

(L) Priya Ahluwalia; Courtesy: H&M Priya Ahluwalia has been announced as the winner of the H&M Design Award 2019 for sustainability. H&M’s annual prize recognises best graduate designers from around the world. Now in its eighth year, the H&M Design Award shows the long-term commitment of the Swedish retailer to the future of fashion talent, and to helping push fashion forward. The H&M Design Award 2019 was open to both BA and MA graduates from 42 selected design schools i

Courtesy: Chico's Chico’s FAS, a cultivator of brands serving lifestyle needs of fashion-savvy women above 30, has reported net sales of $499.9 million for Q3 2018 compared to $532.3 million in Q3 2017, a decrease of 6.1 per cent. Excluding $9.1 million, impact of the hurricanes and closure of 43 net stores since Q3 2017 has led to comparable sales decline of 6.8 per cent. The company registered net income of $52.3 million for the thirty-nine weeks ended November 3, 2018, compared to net inc

Courtesy: Guess Inc Guess Inc, an American clothing brand and retailer, has recorded total net revenue increase of 10.3 per cent to $605.4 million for Q3 FY2019, compared to $549.0 million in the prior-year quarter. In constant currency, net revenue increased by 13.1 per cent. The GAAP net loss of the company was $13.4 million, compared to $2.9 million for Q3 FY2018. The Americas retail revenues of the company decreased 0.1 per cent and increased 1.1 per cent in constant currency. The Americ