André Leon Talley, Fashion Icon and Journalist
Fashion mourned the loss of icon André Leon Talley on Jan. 18 as the world learned of the journalist and former Vogue creative director’s unexpected death at the age of 73 in White Plains, N.Y.
Buchanan’s Scotch Whisky and Kids of Immigrants Collaborate for New Collection
Buchanan’s Scotch Whisky and Los Angeles-based brand Kids of Immigrants have announced a new collaboration that celebrates Hispanic American culture and heritage.
Brilliant Earth and Tacori Join Forces on Bridal Fine-Jewelry Collection
Two California-based leaders in fine jewelry have launched a new bridal collection ahead of a wedding season that the brands estimate to be the largest since 1984.
Ahead of Olympic Games, Shaun White Announces Active-Lifestyle Brand Partnership With Backcountry
Shaun White, the three-time Olympic gold-medal snowboarder and recipient of the most X Games gold medals in history, announced his partnership with outdoor specialty retailer Backcountry, ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.
AG Jeans Partners with Tulip to Scale Organic Customer Relationships
Tulip, a provider of cloud-based retail mobile solutions, has announced a partnership with sustainable denim and knitwear company AG Jeans.
Adidas Signs CMC Lease for 107K-SF DTLA Space Following Renovation
As the California Market Center unveiled its fresh space on Jan. 11, following a $250 million–plus renovation, property manager Brookfield Properties announced that it would welcome global athletic-apparel brand Adidas AG, which signed a lease for 107,000 square feet of space at the downtown Los Angeles site.
Thrilling Launches Vintage Studio Services With Ruth E. Carter as Campaign Brand Ambassador
The vintage and secondhand marketplace Thrilling announced its launch of Vintage Studio Services on Jan. 13 as the company welcomed Academy Award–winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter as its first brand ambassador.
Balenciaga Joins Ye and Gap’s Yeezy Gap Line
Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has announced an expansion of his current Yeezy Gap line by including luxury fashion brand Balenciaga.
Celebrating Their 10-Year Partnership, Vans and STOKED Commit to Expansion
Working together over the last 10 years, action-sports brand Vans and nonprofit organization STOKED have renewed their commitment to leading undeserved youth into action sports through mentorship.
DJM and PGIM Real Estate Announce Acquisition of Long Beach Exchange
California-based private-equity real-estate-and-development firm DJM, in partnership with PGIM Real Estate, has announced its acquisition of Long Beach Exchange.
Saks Announces Launch of New Online Wellness Shop
Luxury e-commerce platform Saks has announced the launch of its Wellness Shop on saks.com The shop focuses on four key pillars of well being: fitness, health and nutrition, sexual wellness, and rest and relaxation.
New Era Japan Launches Collaboration With Takashi Murakami
New Era Japan, the Tokyo-based operations of lifestyle-and-sports brand New Era Cap Co., announced a new collaboration with influential artist Takashi Murakami.
Swim Is In at California-Lifestyle Brand Bella Dahl With New Launch
Known for its cool Southern California style, Los Angeles women’s brand Bella Dahl took a plunge further into the Golden State culture as it launched its first swim collection.
Kevan Hall Studio Launches as Saks OFF 5th Designer Spotlight
Within a successful 2021, Los Angeles designer Kevan Hall ended a busy year by launching a collaborative Designer Spotlight collection with retailer Saks OFF 5th.
With Roots in Family and Community, Susan Lee Grows Wilder
In her Echo Park, Calif., shop, Wilder Los Angeles, Susan Lee celebrates community through selling vintage clothing within a welcoming space, yet the roots of her store reach into different facets of the entrepreneur’s life.
