Retail Detail. Amidst Struggling Market, Prada Plans for Expansion
While luxe labels are struggling to keep their brands afloat, many have been forced to close doors on at least some of their retail locations. Others, however, are continuing to facilitate their plans for growth, unhindered. Luxury house Prada, a definition of Italian style and craftsmanship, has just announced plans for two new boutique openings …
Fab Find! The Kate Boggiano Extra Long Tank Top
Kate Boggiano Niki Biki tank tops Everyone at Second City Style is mad for Chicago designer Kate Boggiano's extra long Niki Biki tank top! It started with editor Rachel Yeomans who raved about them to Carol. Carol was so wild about them, she surprised me with the maternity version and I have to say…it's love. …
Retail Detail. Crabtree & Evelyn's U.S. Holdings File For Chapter 11
Another one bites the dust as Connecticut-based bath and body label Crabtree & Evelyn filed for Chapter 11 in Manhattan yesterday. The luxe body brand, known for its Old English packaging and signature vintage scents, said the bankruptcy filing is necessary in order to, “pursue a plan of reorganization to capitalize on opportunities for future …
Beauty News. Twiggy's Back!
Twiggy, the hottest model of the 60s Mod era and recent judge on America's Next Top Model, has been named a spokeswoman for Olay Definity in the U.K. According to WWD, the 59 year-old icon will begin appearing in print ads for Olay Definity Eye Illuminator this month. Twiggy — aka Lesley Hornby — already …
Nicole Richie Expands Design Skills to Maternity for A Pea in the Pod
Nicole Richie, pregnant and chic It seems Nicole Richie couldn't wait for the apparel collection for her House of Harlow 1960s line to debut to showcase her clothing design skills. The socialite turned super mom has just released word that she has taken on a new design venture that's close to her heart—and her belly. …
