Select Chicago fashion editors had the opportunity to meet Tracey Lomrantz Lester, Senior Editorial Director of GILT.com at a special event last Thursday at ZaZaZoo Salon. Tracey was in town to celebrate the launch of the GILT Best Foot Forward for Fall shoe sale! We enjoyed pedicures, snacks and shoe talk! What a perfect combination. …
We love our high heels, we really do. But sometimes flats are just more practical – and thanks to the newest styles out this fall, there’s no need for a spiked heel or platform. Not only will you be perfectly on trend, but your feet will thank you! Ankle Straps – A slim strap around …
Kellwood Holding LLC, parent company of Kellwood Co., has acquired the contemporary clothing label Parker. The six year old brand is headed by: Howard Highman, chief executive officer; Laurieanne Gilner, lead designer; and Derek Farrar, production head. Parker is carried by retailers such as: Bloomingdale’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and Nordstrom. The collection focuses on …
I’m always looking for high quality shoes at affordable prices. Who isn’t? Though Dune London has been around for over 20 years (and is a favorite shoe brand of Kate Middleton) it’s new to the United States. The line offers something for everyone from flats to party heels to bags and accessories…all of which are …
Cole Haan Plans for Global Expansion Cole Haan is kicking off its journey to become a global lifestyle brand. Now owned by Apax Partners, which acquired the brand from Nike Inc. in a $570 million deal last year, the American footwear, accessories and outerwear brand is launching a multifaceted strategy to accelerate growth, which goes …
