One year into its major push to become an American luxury conglomerate, things appear to be moving in the right direction at Tapestry, which today posted first-quarter results that topped expectations across the board. The firm — parent of Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman — said its Q1 sales advanced 7 percent to $1.38…
Read moreHappy 34th Birthday, Katy Perry — Celebrate With Her Most Outrageous Looks This Year
Katy Perry wore some standout looks this year. She channeled Minnie Mouse to honor the iconic character with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, wore humongous wings at the Met Gala and dazzled in head-to-toe pink at the 2018 FFANY Shoes on Sale Gala. But to celebrate her 34th birthday today, FN is taking…
Read moreHow Meghan Markle Nailed the Greek Goddess Look in Tonga
Meghan Markle’s third outfit today also marked the second time the duchess has worn Aquazzura on her royal tour of Australia. She teamed the label’s Deneuve black pumps ($750) with a sculptural Greek-inspired column dress. The gown, featuring bead-embellished cap sleeves, is by Theia Couture. The label’s designs are inspired by the eponymous Greek goddess. The…
Read moreMillennials Lie About Negative Shopping Experiences in Hopes of Nabbing Freebies
When shopping online, reading product reviews is second nature to most customers today — and even in stores, it’s common to see shoppers pull up their phones to check out what others have said about a brand or a particular item. And while fit and quality are obviously important factors in prompting consumers to leave…
Read moreWages and Salaries Just Hit Their Highest Level in a Decade — Could That Be a Good Sign for Retail?
A strong jobs market has helped lead the charge in the country’s economic recovery, with wages and salaries hitting their highest level in a decade. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, wages and salaries for private-sector employees rose 3.1 percent in the third quarter. Civilian workers, on the other hand, received a 2.9 percent…
Read moreMartha Stewart Is Named Brand Ambassador of Aerosoles
Martha Stewart is adding another feather to her product cap. The entrepreneur has signed on as collaborator and brand ambassador for comfort shoe label Aerosoles — a brand that she’s worn on the red carpet. Taking its cue from Stewart’s timeless style, the collection kicks off today with a series of equestrian rainboots, inspired by her…
Read moreKourtney Kardashian Dresses Up as Ariana Grande for Halloween & Looks Just Like Her
Kourtney Kardashian nailed Halloween this year. The reality star and mom of three took her kids trick-or-treating last night in an Ariana Grande costume that was spot on. The eldest Kardashian sister took to Instagram to show off her look, which included a bubblegum pink minidress paired with taupe suede Sam Edelman thigh-high boots, a…
Read moreManolo Blahnik, Erdem & More Are Honored at Walpole Luxury Awards
“I only wear Manolos — for medical purposes,” said Yasmin Le Bon as she introduced the winner of the Walpole Legend award on Monday night at the Dorchester Hotel. “He makes the best drugs ever — wearing them is being on a constant high.” Accepting his accolade, Manolo Blahnik dedicated the award to the memory…
Read moreA Look Inside Dover Street Market’s Insanely Cool Los Angeles Store
Dover Street Market has officially opened its sixth location. This time, in Los Angeles, the store spans 15,000 square feet and is filled with must-visit shop-in-shops, which include Off-White, Gucci and NikeLab. The store is a single-level space (located at 606-608 Imperial St.) consisting of two adjoined concrete buildings and was designed by founder Rei Kawakubo….
Read moreWalmart’s Latest Bid for Employees: More Predictable Scheduling
Unpredictable workweeks are among the biggest sources of frustration for retail employees, and Walmart is hoping a new initiative to stabilize scheduling will put it ahead of its competition in terms of attracting new workers and retaining existing ones. The retail giant, which employs more than 1 million people in its U.S. stores alone, is…
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