Articles by Sara Ehlers
Delta Galil Premium Brands gains Tim Baxter as new CEO
16 May 2018 - People
Delta Galil Industries Ltd. just announced a new chief executive officer of Delta Galil Premium Brands. Hailing from his previous position as chief merchandising officer of Macy's Inc., Tim Baxter is set to step in for the head role. He will now oversee Delta Galil's brands such as Seven For All Mankind and Splendid. “We are very pleased to...
Timeline: A brief history of Walmart's journey into fashion retail
15 May 2018 - Fashion
As supermarket fashion continues to grow in the economy, it's interesting to see how giant retail companies have fared in business. Target, Walmart, and even Amazon have all become major players in terms of shopping, although not necessarily in terms of fashion. With more of an emphasis on retail, FashionUnited delves into one of the world's...
American Apparel opens first store in Los Angeles after Gildan acquisition
9 May 2018 - Retail
Upon American Apparel's return, the resilient brand is opening up a brick-and-mortar. The Los Angeles-based label is officially debut a flagship store in homage to where the brand first started. According to the Los Angeles Times, the elevated basics brand is set to open its first store since the closures last year. In February 2017,...
H&M contributes fashion looks to Met Gala
9 May 2018 - Fashion
Although the Met Gala is most notable for its designer looks, it seems some of retail's biggest players also got in on the action. H&M designed custom-looks this year inspired by the Met Gala's theme "Heavenly bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination" infusing both couture and religious works of art. Keeping the theme in mind, H&M used...
Nike to release merchandise in partnership with Top Dawg Entertainment
7 May 2018 - Fashion
Just in time for Kendrick Lamar's upcoming tour, Nike has started a new partnership. The iconic sports brand has teamed up with Top Dawg Entertainment for the artist's upcoming Championship Tour. Nike will release a range of products that are set to be available in various pop-up shops. Working exclusively with Lamar, the collection will include...
Hotter Shoes to unveil "royals" inspired collection
30 Apr 2018 - Culture
Hotter Shoes just launched a new line of footwear in correspondence with the British royal wedding. The shoe manufacturer has confirmed that it will unveil festive designs immersed in British culture. "We're so excited here at Hotter to showcase these new designs, just in time for the upcoming wedding," chief executive officer of Hotter Shoes...
Moschino to open pop-up and flagship in Paris
30 Apr 2018 - Retail
Moschino is moving forward with expanding its presence in Paris. The brand is set to launch a new store opening this summer in July. The Italian luxury brand is starting off by investing in a pop-up shop at Printemps. The shop will stay open from May 17 to July 1 along with a "Moschino Loves Printemps" capsule collection, as reported by WWD....
Puma and Diamond Supply Co. drop another collab
28 Apr 2018 - Fashion
Puma recently just launched the new Avid evoKNIT x Diamond sneaker line, dropping exclusively for Foot Locker Europe. According to a press release, this shoe launch is the latest addition to the Puma x Diamond Supply Co. collaboration. The newest shoe has design aesthetics that show off West Coast culture. The shoe has a woven exterior and...
Fashion SVP to host industry veteran speakers at summer show
28 Apr 2018 - People
Fashion SVP is set to return to London this upcoming summer season. The trade show will launch from June 26-27 in Olympia, London with a host of fashion brands that will share insights and news from the industry. The trade fair's line up includes Temperley London, Roland Mouret, Guide London, and Clothesource. Fashion SVP speakers include...
Donna Karan to open Urban Zen in New York
25 Apr 2018 - Retail
As a fashion mogul, Donna Karan is no stranger to fashion retail. The designer just confirmed a new Urban Zen store opening to debut in New York next month. The new venture was confirmed to WWD, set to open in Sag Harbor. The store will serve as the brand's third standalone store. According to the brand's website, Urban Zen currently has...