Articles by Alissa Schumacher
New York Fashion Tech Lab signs new partnerships with Saks, Selfridges and TJX
The New York Fashion Tech Lab (NYFTLab), a program for women-led fashion and retail technology companies, unveils its tenth cohort with the participation of new B2B retail tech startups and new partners such as Saks, Selfridges, TJX. Wolverine World Wide, Inc. joins the ranks of the existing collaborators Burberry, Levi Strauss & Co., LVMH,...
BusinessMember21 Mar 2023
Martha Stewart designs footwear collection for Skechers
The shoe brand Skechers has teamed up with entrepreneur and television show host Martha Stewart to launch a co-branded footwear collection for spring 2023. The "A Day in the Life of Martha" collection features a range of footwear styles, including sandals, slides, and slip-ins, all designed with her well-known stamp. Being inspired by Martha's...
Fashion 14 Mar 2023
Klarna unveils limited edition footwear for the Chicago Bulls, designed by Don C
Global shopping service Klarna has announced its continued partnership with the Chicago Bulls as their official shopping partner, extending their collaboration for several more years. As part of the partnership, Klarna has teamed up with streetwear designer Don C to create a special edition sneaker for the Bulls' iconic mascot, Benny the Bull....
Fashion 9 Mar 2023
JCPenney partners with fashion designer Prabal Gurung
JCPenney, the multibrand retailer operating at a mid level price point, has collaborated with fashion designer Prabal Gurung to create a new clothing collection called Impower by Prabal Gurung for JCPenney. The collection features a range of dresses and jumpsuits for various occasions and will be available to purchase for a limited time only....
Fashion 1 Mar 2023
Rodd & Gunn collaborates with sports brand Gilbert
New Zealand heritage brand Rodd & Gunn has partnered with the sporting goods manufacturer, Gilbert, to create a menswear collection. The collection features printed sweatshirts, hoodies, polo shirts, trousers, and jackets in a price range between 49 pounds and 395 pounds. Each item merches Gilbert's experience of over 200 years in the sports...
Fashion 22 Feb 2023
Francesca's announces launch of resale program with ThredUp
Women’s boutique chain Francesca's has announced the introduction of a resale program called ‘Forever Francesca’s’ that aims to combat fashion waste. For the launch of the new program, the brand will partner with ThredUP, one of the largest online resale platforms worldwide. "We are aware of the environmental impact apparel has on our planet,...
BusinessMember18 Feb 2023
Afterpay to spotlight emerging designers at NYFW
Afterpay, the leading player in the "Buy Now Pay Later" (BNPL) payments sector, has announced its latest venture as the title sponsor of New York Fashion Week: The Shows. NYFW: The Shows is a new space “built exclusively to showcase emerging designers who represent the future of fashion”. As the title sponsor of NYFW, Afterpay is offering its...
BusinessMember3 Feb 2023
StockX debuts Authentication Center in Mexico
StockX, an online marketplace for buying and selling authentic sneakers, streetwear, and apparel, has announced the opening of its first authentication center in Mexico. StockX said the center will provide customers in Latin America with an enhanced and localized shopping experience, as it will allow more efficient verification of the...
BusinessMember3 Feb 2023
Target's Future Collective collaborates with Gabriella Karefa-Johnson
Target has launched its second Future Collective line in collaboration with fashion editor and stylist Gabriella Karefa-Johnson. Future Collective, a brand owned by Target, offers apparel and accessories in collaboration with industry experts and aims to showcase the versatility of modern style and cultural influences. Debuting in September...
Fashion 2 Feb 2023
Saks reveals new men's shopping experience in New York City
Saks Fifth Avenue has launched a new shopping destination for men in its New York Flagship store on Fifth Avenue. The shopping experience will feature a selection of more than 70 established and upcoming brands as well as 19 shop-in-shops from high-end luxury brands like Balmain, Bottega Veneta, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Moncler, and Off-White. This...
Retail1 Feb 2023