Category Archives: Retail Stores

Boston Proper Part of Chico’s

Chico’s FAS, Inc. announced September 20, 2011 that it has successfully completed the acquisition of Boston Proper, a Boca Raton, Florida based direct-to-consumer retailer of distinctive women’s apparel and accessories.  Boston Proper is a leading direct-to-consumer retailer of women’s high-end apparel and … Continue reading

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Signs of Lower Inventory for Holiday 2011

Cargo traffic at L.A. and Long Beach Ports Declines in August Cargo traffic at the nation’s busiest seaport complex declined in August compared with the same month in 2010, suggesting that the sluggish U.S. economy has caused retailers to order … Continue reading

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Esprit Plans Exit of US and Canada

Personally, I do not fully understand the strategy.  However, it appears that Esprit plans to exit the USA market.  Below you will find portion of the details from a CBS news article. “Clothing company Esprit Holdings Ltd. is looking to … Continue reading

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Stage Stores Summary September 2011

Stage Stores, Inc. brings nationally recognized brand name apparel, accessories, cosmetics and footwear for the entire family to small and mid-size towns and communities through 801 stores located in 39 states. The South Hill Division operates 320 of the Company’s … Continue reading

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Entertainment Meets Engagement : Rue La La

According to a recent newsletter from Apparel, Rue La La founder Ben Fischman describes online shopping world as “entertainment meets engagement and shopping meets brand building.” Find out how the three-year-old flash-sale site keeps shoppers coming back for more. You … Continue reading

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Top 10 Girls Halloween Costumes 2011

Here are what we believe to be the top 10 Halloween Costumes for Girls 2011.  These are not in order of importance. Alice in Wonderland Costume Disney Princess Costume Witch Costume Monster High Costume Rock Star Costume Pirate Costume Angelica … Continue reading

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Top 10 Halloween Costumes for Boys 2011

Here are what we believe to be the top 10 Halloween Costumes for Boys 2011.  These are not in order of importance. Green Lantern Costume Captain America Costume Thor Costume Transformers Costume Batman Costume Spiderman Costume Hulk Costume Teenage Mutant … Continue reading

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Ross Stores Fashion News Summary August 2011

If you work in the fashion industry, you most likely are already familiar with Ross Stores.  It is not news to you that this is an important retailer.  However, on occasion, we like to give an updated summary on some of … Continue reading

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Biking Apparel from The North Face Offered at Blimp City in Ohio

Akron-based bicycle shop is first retailer of The North Face biking gear in Northeast Ohio Blimp City Bike & Hike an Akron-based retail shop specializing in quality bicycles and outdoor specialty products, announced the inclusion of biking apparel from The … Continue reading

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Barneys New York Summary August 2011

Barneys New York also known as Barneys is a luxury specialty retailer of designer clothing and accessories with flagship stores in New York City, Beverly Hills, Chicago, Seattle, Boston, Dallas, San Francisco, Las Vegas, and Scottsdale. Founded as a men’s … Continue reading

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Alden Shoes – Wonderful Quality Shoes

Alden shoes makes wonderful quality shoes.  I thought it would be a good idea to highlight them in this blog so that we can all learn more. A long time ago Alden decided that it is important to create handsome … Continue reading

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Zuoan Fashion Limited Company Summary 2011

Zuoan Fashion Limited is a leading design-driven fashion casual menswear company in China, and is head-quartered in Shanghai. Zuoan offers a wide range of products, including men’s casual apparel, footwear and lifestyle accessories, primarily targeting urban males between the ages … Continue reading

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New Balance New York City Flatiron District

New Balance announces today the opening of its first North American Experience Store in New York City’s Flatiron District.  Celebrating the global brand’s past, present and future, New Balance proudly highlights its century-plus heritage and product innovation to bring its … Continue reading

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Women’s Clothing Store Directory

If you are planning to shop for women’s clothing, you can obviously simply type in your web browser your favorite store.  For example, you may already know that Neiman Marcus can be found at http://www.NeimanMarcus.com or that Bloomingdales would be … Continue reading

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Men’s Clothing Stores

When searching for men’s clothing, a good place to start your investigation would be at a clothing store directory.  More specifically, it would be good to visit a “men’s clothing store directory”.  Just in case you do not know any … Continue reading

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United Kingdom Apparel Retailers

If you own a fashion brand or fashion retail store in the United Kingdom, you may have interest in the Westfield Stratford City Shopping destination. Westfield Stratford City Shopping  Westfield Stratford City is the newest retail landmark opening in East … Continue reading

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Loop 18 Fashion at Fashion Bug

Leading women’s specialty retailer, Fashion Bug, announces the July 2011 launch of its new fast-fashion apparel label, Loop 18. The proprietary label will feature figure-conscious fits with on-trend styles and silhouettes for junior sizes 9-27. Targeted towards a younger, more … Continue reading

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Clothing Retailer Categories : 2 of 2

When shopping for clothing, it is important to find a clothing retailer selling product in the category that you are searching to locate.  Sure, large retailers such as Amazon has nearly every category but if you want to go specifically … Continue reading

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Clothing Retailer Categories : 1 of 2

When shopping for clothing, it is important to find a clothing retailer selling product in the category that you are searching to locate.  Sure, Amazon has nearly every category but if you want to go specifically to a particular retailer … Continue reading

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New Shoe Store Opens in Soho : Ash

  One of the fastest growing contemporary shoe and accessories brands, Ash, makes its way to America!  The first Ash U.S. store location opens today in New York City’s SoHo district at 44 Mercer Street. Ashwas founded in 2000 from … Continue reading

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