Tag: Macy’s

Macy’s Plays Sustainability Catch-up—Adds More Measures to Become More Eco-Friendly

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When it comes to sustainability, it’s no longer about incorporating a strategy to get ahead of trends, but rather, a sustainability strategy is needed in order to not be left behind. With fast-fashion kingpins H&M and Uniqlo already far ahead of the status quo when it comes to strategies incorporating sustainability and fair trade, Macy’s, […]

Retail Round-up: Hawk Designs Sold for $19 Million; Macy’s Massive Lay-offs; Uniqlo On Among Youth Culture

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Fashion retail has been a roller coaster for the past few years, but over holiday season, we again see how some brands are able to capture a new marketplace and others continue to streamline in the wake of economic uncertainty. First, as Quiksilver announced several months ago, they continue to focus efforts on their core […]

Retail Round-up: Madonna’s Material Girl Launches Macy’s Pop-up Exhibition; Gap Goes Global, Expands Digital

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The Material Girl line of young women’s apparel and accessories available at Macy’s is getting a big boost from the star this Thursday, April 25 with a pop-up exhibition (lasting all of 2 hours) at Macy’s Century City location in Los Angeles, CA. According to Madonna as told to WWD, “The pop-up exhibit at Macy’s […]

Retail Round-up: Volcom, Macy’s Madonna Collection, Adidas, Swatch Report Increases, Whereas Other Teen Retailers Have Lower than Expected Sales

July same store sales flopped for many teen retailers, but there were some shining moments thanks to new collections, timing, and advertising campaigns.

Madonna’s Collection for Macy’s Starts Marketing Push with Lourdes as Lead Blogger for MaterialGirl Site

Not sure which is more interesting, the actual 80’s retro collection that’s sure to spark even more Material Girl looks for back-to-school, or Lourdes very teen blog that says a lot about her personality.

Madonna Signs Deal with Iconix and Macy%uFFFDs for Material Girl Juniors Collection

The Material Girl is creating her own fast-fashion juniors collection exclusive for Macy%uFFFDs with Iconix Brand Group scheduled to debut in August, 2010.