Ferré Milano branded store Opens in China
@ 10:24 am June 17, 2008Filed under: Boutiques
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MILAN, Jun 17, 2008 / FW / — On the eve of the Milan Menswear Spring 2009 season, Gianfranco Ferré announced the opening of a Ferré Milano boutique in China. Located at the prestigious Times Square of Wenzhou, the boutique is the second Ferré Milano concept store in the Asian subcontinent but the 18th retail location in the country.
With two more scheduled to open later this year in Guiyang and Zhengzhou, the Gianfranco Ferré retail network in Asia continues to expand. These latest openings confirm the success of Ferré Milano in the Far East, where it owns dedicated stores in Indonesia, Taiwan, and Malaya, and strengthen the international expansion of the brand, which is already available in such locations as Istanbul, Moscow, Warsaw, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, and Jakarta.
The Gianfranco Ferré retail network in the Asian continent totals 31 branded stores in addition to the 32 Gianfranco Ferré boutiques and 19 of the young line GF Ferré, which includes boutiques in Hong Kong, Tokyo, Beijing, Macao, and Seoul, is expanded through the opening of new Ferré Milano branded stores.
The turnover of the Ferré Milano collection achieved a 45% growth in the past three seasons, with a 55% increase of the turnover of the boutiques alone, and 37% with unchanged perimeter.
The Ferré Milano collections are a natural development of the Gianfranco Ferré world, from apparel to accessories, aimed at men and women that strive for excellence, uniqueness, and contemporary elegance at a more affordable price compared to the main line.
The global project redefining and updating the brand’s identity includes the completion of the new Ferré Milano logo and the development of a dedicated store concept to be achieved through a rigorous design and soft colours, enhancing the collections.
Star Studded Beverly Hills Debut at Barneys New York of Rogan for Target Collection
@ 4:36 am May 17, 2008Filed under: Boutiques, shopping
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LOS ANGELES, May 17, 2008 / FW/ — Thursday night, the stars of Hollywood joined eco-conscious Rogan Gregory (photo left) at Barneys New York in Beverly Hills to celebrate the launch of the Rogan for Target Collection that features certified organic offerings.
The luxury retailer opened space on its 3rd floor to showcase the complete Rogan for Target collection which includes over 60 styles inspired by the designer’s cool, avant-garde street style and incorporates natural fibers.
Affordably prices from $14.99 – $44.99, the collection incorporates 100% organic cotton and natural fibers in a variety of eco-friendly wardrobe staples including loose tanks, wrap dresses and hoodies. Using nature’s own beauty as inspiration for patterns and colors, the collection exudes a beach safari vibe.
Rachel Bilson, Amy Smart, Becki Newton, Mena Suvari, Elizabeth Banks, Gabrielle Union, Kelis, Felicity Huffman, Joy Bryant, Kelly Rutherford, Maggie Grace, Marcia Cross, Ivana Milicevic, Megan Good, Nicky Hilton, Sanaa Lathan, Sophia Bush, Vanessa Marcil, Whitney Port, Zoe Saldana and Rebecca Mader celebrated with designer Rogan Gregory and did some shopping, proving that even celebrities cannot resist the allure of eco-friendly apparel.
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Photo by Michael Williams/Startraks, courtesy of Target
The Rogan brand, which has an international following, will launch this exclusive collection for Target in stores and online nationwide on May 18.
The Rogan for Target Collection:
Sneak Peek: Jewelry and Accessories Play a Starring Role in Sex & The City
@ 12:07 am May 16, 2008Filed under: Boutiques, Focal Point
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DALLAS, May 16, 2008 / FW/ — Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis share the starring role with the clothes, accessories and jewelry they wear, including the car they drive or ride in the movie Sex & the City.
Even during the world premiere in London, what the girls were wearing was given the same importance in the billing of their arrival. In fact, during the Berlin premiere yesterday, Sarah Jessica Parker’s choice of donning a Versace Atelier light chiffon cocktail length dress in a blush color embroidered micro draping that she complemented with jewelry from Fred Leighton (photo left) is very important for her to be able to represent her character Carrie Bradshaw very well.
Sex & The City as a TV series was groundbreaking in many ways. One of the things it did was making costume design and /or ‘fashion’ as a ‘character’ in the play, and not just a prop. It was so successful that two new series – Lipstick Jungle (which had been renewed for a second season) and Cashmere Mafia (which had been cancelled) –tried and still trying into its footsteps.
But the chemistry between the four girls, (feud or no feud in real life) and fashion is hard to reproduce. Even how the audience reacts to them is hard to reproduce. All four actresses in Sex and the City has reached middle age. In fact, Kim Cattrall already hit her half-century mark
Both Hollywood and the fashion industry worship youth. Yet, to their fans, they are ageless. And whatever they wear in the movie, courtesy of costume designer Patricia Field, will be a trend.
So, here’s a sneak peek what you will see in theaters May 30th…
Samantha Jones (played by Kim Cattrall): Samantha holds a Nancy Gonzalez gold tote bag while walking her dog who is wearing a one of a kind gold croc collar and leash custom-made by Nancy Gonzalez. (photo above)
Miranda Hobbs (played by Cynthia Nixon) holds Nancy Gonzalez tote while walking down the street with the girls. (photo below)
On the wedding scene, Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker) wears a 19th century diamond and natural pearl cluster earrings and a 19th century diamond feather brooch both by Fred Leighton. (photo below)
Throughout the movie, Carrie wears a 19th century 2.0 carat diamond pendant earrings.
If you want to be ahead of the trend, the Fred Leighton jewelry pieces and collections are available at the Fred Leighton store in New York City and the Fred Leighton Store in Las Vegas.
The Nancy Gonzalez exotic skins handbag and accessory collection is available at Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and at fine specialty stores worldwide.
[MARI DAVIS]
Photos courtesy of Versace, Fred Leighton and Nancy Gonzalez
Deborah Lindquist Opens Eco-Conscious Boutique
@ 6:29 am May 13, 2008Filed under: Boutiques
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LOS ANGELES, May 13, 2008 / FW / — One of the first eco-friendly fashion designers long before the term “environmentally friendly fashion” was coined, Deborah Lindquist celebrates the opening of her eco-conscious clothing store in the North Hollywood Arts District with the launch of a ‘green’ custom made dresses collection.
The boutique, which will be open its doors on May 17, 2008, features Deborah Lindquist’s collection for women, children and dogs plus the newly launched custom made and special occasion dresses, an off shoot of the designer’s green wedding collection.
The new boutique has all the charm you would expect from Deborah Lindquist including a tucked away personal work studio in back that is where all the green magic happens.
The boutique is a one-stop shop for everything in eco-couture. Whether it’s a pre-loved cashmere cardigan, peace silk blouse, or a couture wedding dress, at Deborah’s boutique everyone can be fashionable and kind to Mother Earth at the same time.
A graduate of Parson’s School of Design, Deborah Lindquist had been working with pre-loved fabric for the past 25 years, incorporating recycled cashmere, repurposed sari, kimonos and vintage scarves in her creations. In 2004, she launched her eco-conscious clothing line that combines environmental responsibility with a cutting-edge aesthetic
Deborah Lindquist has made green living a top priority in her personal life as well as in her professional life. It is her passion for the planet and the natural beauty of her home in the west coast that inspires her collections season after season.
Bridging the gap between being responsible to our planet’s well being while staying ahead of current trends, Deborah is at the forefront of the green clothing movement, making an impact with her eco-friendly line while staying true to her love of the environment.
With that kind of design philosophy, it is not surprising that the gala opening of her boutique will feature goods donated by organic and eco companies. Organic wine and tea will be offered by Parducci Wines and Honest Tea while Whole Foods will serve a delicious array of veggie platters. Relaxing massages will be given by Green Bliss Eco Spa in the Yoga Groove studio next door to Deborah’s boutique.
The beautiful flowers on display will be provided by 1 800 Flowers and arranged courtesy of Flowers by Dan. Madison Tattoo Shop is also helping sponsor the celebration and author Sophie Uliano will attend the opening to sign copies of her book “Gorgeously Green” as seen on Oprah.
Reality Advertising, Another First from Lord & Taylor
@ 4:49 am May 9, 2008Filed under: Boutiques, shopping
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NEW YORK, May 9, 2008 / FW/ — After re-launching its iconic rose last month, Lord & Taylor takes us inside its stores to hear what its customers are saying. Commissioning TV personality and celebrity stylist Robert Verdi to find out, the phrase ‘my favorite store’ kept on coming up.
Together with a camera crew, Verdi surprised customers shopping in the store’s flagship on Fifth Avenue, as well as in its branches in Scarsdale, NY, and Ridgewood, NJ, were delighted to offer to a roving Verdi their opinion about the iconic retailer, America’s oldest.
When asked why she shops at Lord and Taylor, Terry gave Verdi a long list of reasons, ending with “…and because it’s a no brainer.” Margaux, another customer, talked about the great jeans the store has and “…because they have every kind of make-up,” while Joanna, who Verdi found shopping for shoes, said she had come for her prom dress, adding, “….they have a great selection. I come here all the time.”
A radio campaign starring the Lord and Taylor customers interviewed by Verdi will be broadcast in the New York Metro area, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Syracuse, NY, starting May 8. In New York City, taxicabs will feature a video of the interviews.
And as part of this campaign, a video of Verdi’s fashion tips will be featured online in the store’s website, www.lordandtaylor.com.
Founded in 1826, Lord and Taylor is America’s oldest department store and one of America’s premier retailers. In almost 200 years of its history, Lord and Taylor has established a remarkable reputation for personal service, quality and innovation. With a style deeply rooted in American tradition, the store became a standard-bearer for the fashion and retail industries and the favorite of generations of shoppers.
“I remember going to Lord and Taylor every weekend with my Mom when I was a kid … there was always something so captivating to me about the Lord and Taylor lifestyle. All the best dressed people shopped there and I knew that I wanted to be just like them,” Robert Verdi said. “They’re a shopping institution and my favorite store.”