Retail Detail. Gucci Opens Sleek Flagship Store in Shanghai

The facade of Gucci's new flagship store in Shanghai Gucci experienced a major global milestone last weekend with the opening of their first store in Shanghai. The company has 28 stores currently operating on mainland China, but besides the first if it's kind in the thriving metropolis, the Shanghai store marks the latest design concept …

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Designer Dish. Martin Margiela Rumored to Have Left His Label

  Margiela's iconic wig coats last summer       The less exciting Fall 2009 show Just before the Fall 2009 fashion shows it was announced that the namesake of fashion house Maison Martin Margiela was stepping down as head designer and was adopting a "part time consulting role" for the brand. Several months later, loyal fans of …

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Chicago Events. The International Academy of Design & Technology 30th Annual IMAGINE Student Fashion Show

Last Thursday, May 21, The International Academy of Design & Technology (the Academy) hosted its 30th annual IMAGINE student fashion runway show. Held at the Great Hall at Union Station, the show attracted a record breaking 1,000 fashion fans and industry insiders (including Second City Style). Created, produced and performed by the students and faculty …

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