Fashion Mannuscript June/July 2024

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EDITORIAL

Editor

Penelope Herrera

Editorial Consultant

Debra Hazel

Associate Editor Natalia Finnis-Smart

Associate Editor

Alex Baumbusch

Southeast Editor

Shanna Forrestall

Director of Communications and Marketing

Penelope Herrera

Director of Newsletter Division

Cheri Phillips

PRESIDENT/CEO

Jeff Mann

ART

Art Director Serena Bhullar

Graphic Designer Madi McCreesh

COVER PHOTOGRAPHY

KnitWell Group’s New York Office

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Debra Hazel

Donna Johnson-Klonsky

Rabbi David Laine

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ONE MANN’S OPINION

Hi all and welcome to our double issue of Fashion Mannuscript—the June/July 2024 issue. As we approach the new season, there are a variety of wonderful events that have taken place so far. And, as always, we enjoy attending and featuring them as part of our magazine. For this month’s double issue, we covered several major events across New York City, including Fashion Group International’s Rising Star Awards, the 10th annual Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation luncheon and the 31st annual Women of Distinction Luncheon hosted by the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of Greater New York, in which legendary fashion designer Brandon Maxwell, debuted his Fall 2024 collection.

This month’s cover features Delivering Good’s President and CEO, Matthew Fasciano, and Chair of Board of Directors, Andrea Weiss. I am honored to have them on our cover as their work is extraordinary. They’ve provided relief to those in-need through new product donations and by joining forces with companies to raise awareness and funds through retail promotions like “Buy One, Get One.” I felt it was about time we feature them as part of our magazine as there is no one more deserving than them. I have been involved with this organization for many years with my dear friends Allan Ellinger and Marc Heller. I am also very close to president Matthew Fasciano and can’t thank him enough for working with us on this project.

As you all know, I go to a lot of events—mainly everything that’s happening within the fashion industry. Since Fashion Mannuscript’s inception, I felt it was important to get to know all the organizations that are a part of this industry and, on the business-to-business end as well. As I became more involved, I really became a key player within the fashion industry. And, since it started, Fashion Mannuscript has become one of the most important business-to-business magazines in New York City and beyond—ranging from major cities across both coasts of the United States, including Los Angeles, San Francisco and Las Vegas. And, we also have representation across 52 different tradeshows each year.

As always, all our features are a collaboration between the amazing content we create and research that we do daily, which includes the most exciting happenings in the apparel industry. Our editorial team strives to bring a sense of freshness and innovation to each issue, and I believe we do that marvelously.

“The business of business is relationships; the business of life is human connection.”

- Robin. S. Sharma

Summer is right around the corner and some of these hot days make it feel like we’re already there—some call it global warming—which is why in this issue, there is a lot of sustainability going on. There’s so much to look forward to, with all the trade shows and notable events like the ones that happened, such as Environmental NGO Redress, having a career-changing prize for their winner—working exclusively with fashion sponsor Tommy Hilfiger on a sustainable design project for retail; the global apparel flagship, Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics, boosted by China’s growing visa-free policy, obtaining more international buyers; the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, where fashion designer Brandon Maxwell presented a runway collection and FGI Rising Star Awards having renowned fashion designers Ralph Rucci, Nicole Miller, Jeffrey Banks and more celebrating tomorrow’s fashion icons.

Have you ever heard of rose petal fabric, upcycled salmon leather and alt-leather made from cactus and cultivated cellulose? Well the fabrics and materials for fashion are getting more and more interesting—and environmentally friendly, with Gaâla’s rose petal fabric being eco-friendly, luxurious and of durable textile,; luxury handbag brand, Thalie Paris, using low-impact materials like the salmon and cactus and Polybion’s Celium Premium being a low carbon material. Now, what’s better than low carbon? None—literally, with Global Nuclear Concepts having launched the first-ever Nuclear-Powered Carbon offset for the Fashion Industry. Mic drop anyone?

For our cover, we have Delivering Good, which for nearly 40 years, has been providing relief for families and individuals dealing with poverty, disaster and other issues through the provision of new merchandise donated by the retail and manufacturing industries. Delivering Good is also having “The Women of Impact Summit,” convening of industry leaders that recognize the vital role women play in making sustainable and measurable impacts on June 5th.

There’s a lot of innovation going on in the fashion industry from 3D printed shoes to supply chain solutions, where in the end, the fashion wheel moves and where it goes, how we handle its impacts on the environment and seamless production is pivotal. Take a look into the always transformative world of fashion

Photo courtesy of Anée Atelier

Photo courtesy of KnitWell Group’s New York Office

Photo courtesy of Frederic Monceau

Maryanne Grisz, FGI President & CEO

Linda Treska of Pinch of Colour with Veronique Gabai Pinsky

Maryanne Grisz, Ralph Rucci, and the Rising Star Awardees

Kimberly Carney of The Wires

Ann Wehren of In Seam with Gary Wassner of Hilldun

Cyril Verdavainne of Verdavainne, winner of FGI Fashion Apparel Eveningwear Rising Star award

FGI RISING STAR AWARDS CONVENES FASHION ICONS AND EMERGING TALENT AT NEW YORK CITY RED CARPET EVENT

The annual Fashion Group International (FGI) Rising Star Awards returned for its 28th year in New York City on May 13, 2024. The chic Upper East Side awards ceremony and fundraising event gathered luminaries of the fashion world for a celebration of emerging talent, with honorees recognized in fashion apparel, accessories, fine jewelry, retail tech, creative content and more—notably, also introducing the fashion organization’s first-ever student award, sponsored by Macy’s.

FGI rolled out the red carpet at 583 Park Avenue for the reception and awards ceremony, welcoming a fashionable crowd that included Fern Mallis, Jean Shafiroff, Stan Herman, Gary and Cole Wassner, Mary Alice Stephenson Maxwell, Carrie Ellen Phillips and others.

Special guest Ken Downing, Halston creative director/chief creative officer Xcel Brands, delighted attendees by conducting impromptu Q&A, walking through the crowd to engage one-on-one with many of the finalists.

At the event, Maryanne Grisz, FGI president and CEO remarked, “At Fashion Group International, we believe connections matter. The 28th edition of the FGI Rising Star Awards exemplifies our organization’s broader mission to educate, connect and support industry professionals at every stage of their careers, from legacy leaders and iconic visionaries to the emerging talent we gathered to celebrate today.”

FGI Rising Star 2024 Winners

- Jeffrey Banks presented two FGI Fashion Apparel Lifestyle awards. The first, for the Intimate/ Swim category, was presented to Amy and Leo Voloshin of PrintFresh. Banks also presented the FGI Fashion Apparel Casualwear Rising Star award to Maya Wang of Fried Rice.

- Nicole Miller presented the FGI Fashion Apparel Ready to Wear Rising Star Award to Michael Ward and Manel Garcia Espejo of TheSalting.

- In a landmark moment, two winners tied for this year’s Fashion Apparel Eveningwear Rising Star award. Ralph Rucci presented trophies to both winning eveningwear rising stars Kate Barton of Kate Barton and Cyril Verdavainne of Verdavainne.

- Bryna Pomp, curator, Museum of Art and Design, MadAbout Jewelry, presented the FGI Fine Jewelry Rising Star Award to Jared Atelier x Shy Dayan of Jared The Galleria of Jewelry.

- Marcus Teo presented the FGI Accessories Rising Star Award to Guillaume Larquemain of Guillaume Larquemain.

- Veronique Gabai Pinsky presented the FGI Beauty Entrepreneur Rising Star Award to Linda Treska of Pinch of Colour.

- Sheena Butler Young, Business of Fashion, presented the FGI Content Creator Rising Star Award to Alison Bruhn and Delia Folk of The Style That Binds Us.

- Deborah Weinswig of Coresight Research presented the FGI Retail Tech Rising Star Award to Kimberly Carney of The Wires.

- Gary Wassner and Hilldun Corporation presented the annual Hilldun Business Innovation Award to Ann Wehren, CEO of In Seam, a private platform that helps luxury fashion connectors better service their clients.

- Designer Terry Singh was recognized with the annual FGI President’s Award for Excellence, presented by Frederick Anderson.

- Kelli Lewis, Macy’s director, Corporate Giving and Jenna Cordina, Macy’s senior director of assortment, presented the first-ever student Rising Star Award specifically dedicated to college students. LIM College student Fatmata Camara was presented the Future Fashion Award sponsored by Macy’s and also received a $1,000 stipend to help underwrite her continued fashion merchandising studies.

Photos courtesy of Fashion Group International, Inc. (FGI)

Gabrielle Kirstein

Rod Henderson, Bonnie Chen, Peter Hui, Jessica Wei, Angus Tsui

Christina Dean

Maximilian Berleb, Rod Henderson

Norbyah Nolasco

Maximilian Berleb, Rod Henderson, Bonnie Chen, Angus Tsui

REDRESS DESIGN AWARD 2024 FINALISTS ANNOUNCED,COMPETING FOR TOMMY HILFIGER RETAIL PROJECT

Photos courtesy of Redress

Environmental Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Redress announced the ten finalist designers of the Redress Design Award 2024, who are now vying for the career-changing first prize with 2024 exclusive fashion sponsor Tommy Hilfiger, for the opportunity to join the Tommy Hilfiger team and work on a sustainable design project for retail. In September 2024, the finalists will present their outfits made from textile waste at a high-profile runway show in Hong Kong. The Redress Design Award, the world’s leading sustainable fashion design competition that educates and empowers emerging fashion designers about circular design techniques to reduce fashion’s negative environmental impacts, is supported by Create Hong Kong, (CreateHK) pertaining to the government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, (HKSAR) as the Lead Sponsor.

Victor Tsang, head of CreateHK, said, “Congratulations to the ten finalists of the Redress Design Award 2024, a vital platform for building up the next generation to transform the fashion industry towards circularity. May these talented designers enjoy every success in the runway show and future endeavors.”

Marc Gianneschi, senior vice president of Tommy Hilfiger Asia Pacific and Redress Design Award 2024 Judge, said, “We believe tomorrow’s fashion should ‘Waste Nothing and Welcome All’. Under our sustainability vision, Tommy for Tomorrow, our brand has ambitions to ensure that all our products contribute to the circular economy throughout the product lifecycle by 2030. With circular design being a key pillar to this, we believe in making it the norm. That’s why we are proud to support emerging designers with Redress to make fashion more circular.”

Dr. Christina Dean, founder of Redress, the Hong Kong-based, Asia-focused environmental NGO accelerating the transition to a circular fashion industry, said, “History has proven that necessity is the mother of invention. The fashion industry can’t brush its textile waste crisis under the carpet any longer. It’s urgent and essential to drive circularity into fashion. These emerging fashion designer finalists have no other option than to invent design solutions to waste.” Every second, the equivalent of one garbage truck of textiles is landfilled or burned, and just 1% of clothing is recycled back into clothing. On fashion’s current trajectory, compared to 2015, textile waste is estimated to increase by 60% by 2030 and the fashion industry is projected to use a quarter of the world’s carbon budget by 2050.

DESIGNERS’ JOURNEY TO THE GRAND FINAL

Selected from hundreds of competition applicants across 55 countries and regions, the chosen finalists represent some of the best emerging sustainable design talent across the globe. The ten finalists are now working to bring their sustainable designs to life, tapping into textile waste streams such as a shredded military parachute and car seat covers.

Next up, the ten finalists will send their completed collections to Redress for a professional photoshoot with Vogue Hong Kong, with the garments safely delivered by DHL Express, the event’s official logistics partner. Redress is pleased to announce its partnership with DHL, a company which also shares its commitment to promoting sustainability in the fashion industry through strategic partnerships.

The finalists who live abroad will then come to Hong Kong for an educational bootcamp filled with intensive design challenges to sharpen their skills in sustainable design. During their time in the city, they will be staying at Dash Living. Their experience culminates at the Grand Final Fashion Show in September 2024, where they will showcase their sustainable collections in front of local and international media, and where the winners, selected by experts, will be announced.

The Redress Design Award 2024 Finalists are from:

France

Australia

UK(2)

Vietnam

Taiwan

Mainland China

Hong Kong

Italy

Iran

PUBLIC VOTING FOR PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD

In August, Redress will invite the global public to cast their votes for the People’s Choice Award among the finalists. As 98% of consumers think brands have a responsibility to make positive change in the world, this opportunity highlights how the public plays an important role in tackling fashion’s growing waste crisis. The People’s Choice winner will be announced at the Grand Final in Hong Kong in September, which will be livestreamed for viewers across the globe.

Josie Natori, PJ Pascual, Chris Arlotta

Nancy Litman, Beryl Silver

Dr. Samuel Waxman, Rachelle Cohen, Marion Waxman, Barney

Erica Fineberg, Marion Waxman, Jani Gerard

Elton Ilirjani, Jean Shafiroff

SAMUEL WAXMAN CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION

10TH ANNUAL LUNCHEON 2024

The 10th Annual Waxman Luncheon, benefiting the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), took place in New York City at a new venue, Riverpark. The fundraising event featured a live, thrilling fashion show by legendary designer, Josie Natori, showcasing her Spring 2024 collection. This year’s honoree was Barney Cohen, Managing Director and Wealth Partner at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management, was recognized for his commitment to supporting collaborative cancer research.

More than 150 guests attended the affair and helped raise nearly $175,000 to support crucial SWCRF initiatives such as the International Network on Aging and Cancer and the Women’s Cancer Research Program.

In addition to the fashion presentation, guests were treated to an exciting live auction and had the opportunity to win a Mikimoto Akoya Cultured Pearl and Diamond Pendant valued at $16,000, donated by Mikimoto.

Waxman Luncheon Chairs included: Chairs Marion N. Waxman, Jani Gerard and Erica Linden-Fineberg; Co-Chairs Dina Koutroumanis, Nancy Litman, Lauren Silvers and Helen Vaysman. The Committee included Karen Giberson, Leena Gurevich, Orital Karelic, Regina Kravitz, Norah Lawlor, Lorri Scott, Jean Shafiroff and Bettina Waxman.

Notable Attendees included: Barney Cohen, Rachelle Cohen, Josie Natori, Dr. Samuel Waxman, Marion Waxman, Jani Gerard, Kobi Halperin, Helen Vaysman, Ruth Rozenholcabend, Alyssa Klein, Nancy Litman, Lauren Silvers, Brooke Herman Zarkowsky, Jean Shafiroff, Maria Fishel, Mariebel Lieberman and Ann Liguori.

J.P. Morgan was the Luncheon’s sponsor and in-kind donors included Mikimoto, Natori, Palm Bay International, Neuhaus Chocolates, Kobi Halperin, Arlotta Cashmere, Fendi, Movdo Group, Inc., Sachin & Babi, Jimmy Choo, Jil Sander, Chloé, Carlos Falchi, Maximilian and many more. Flowers provided courtesy of ByRobin Event Design and Management Group.

Since 1976, SWCRF has invested more than $120 million towards collaborative, cross-institutional research, supporting more than 200 investigators around the world.

The SWCRF philosophy of collaboration has led to breakthrough discoveries such as a treatment for acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL), developed in collaboration with researchers at the Shanghai Institute of Hematology that improved the survival rate to 95% (APL had an 80% fatality rate). Most recently, research funded by SWCRF led to an FDA approved medication shown to reduce lung cancer tumors by up to 50% by targeting the KRAS protein, helped develop an innovative two-drug therapy to better treat brain tumors which are often difficult to target, and studies exploring how aging impacts the spread of ovarian cancer in older patients. Several other studies are in clinical trials.

Photos courtesy of BFA/Rupert Ramsa

Ann Liguori

Josie Natori, Dr. Samuel Waxman

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Greater New York Chapter Hosted 31st Annual Women of Distinction Luncheon

Fashion Designer Brandon Maxwell Presented Runway Collection

The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation hosted its 31st annual Women of Distinction Luncheon, an event honoring outstanding women who have made significant contributions in the fight against Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, at the New York Hilton Midtown in New York City. Fashion designer and “Project Runway” judge Brandon Maxwell presented his runway collection.

The Women of Distinction Luncheon celebrates exceptional individuals from various industries who are dedicated to improving the lives of women, the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) community and society as a whole. The event raises funds to support the foundation’s ongoing efforts to find cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, collectively known as IBD, which affects nearly one in 100 Americans. From its beginnings in 1993, the luncheon has raised more than $34 million for research, support and educational programs. This event at the 31st annual Women of Distinction Luncheon has raised over $1.56 Million for the foundation.

The following are this year’s honorees, who have made significant contributions to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation:

June Jacobs and Rochelle Jacobs, 2024 Women of Distinction—June Jacobs, a trailblazer in the skincare industry for more than three decades, co-founded Peter Thomas Roth Clinical Skin Care and serves as its president. She has demonstrated a commitment to socially responsible skincare through her June Jacobs and Naturally Serious skin care brands, which she launched alongside her daughter Rochelle. She’s also a devoted supporter of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. Rochelle Jacobs, managing director of June Jacobs and Naturally Serious, brings her dynamic leadership to these brands while also managing IT and e-commerce for Peter Thomas Roth Clinical Skin Care.

Edrice Simmons, vice president of U.S. Oncology, AbbVie, Woman of Distinction in Healthcare, started her career at Eli Lilly and Company, garnering acclaim for advancing care in endocrinology, oncology and women’s/ men’s health, earning the Chairman’s Award for fostering diverse talent. Joining AbbVie in 2016 as vice president of gastroenterology, she prioritized elevating standards of care for IBD patients, collaborating with the foundation and engaging the scientific community. At AbbVie, Simmons accelerated the approval of two pioneering IBD therapies, championing female gastroenterologists and raising significant funds—$200,000 personally and $1 million from AbbVie—to support IBD research.

Bella Pass, Rising Star Honoree, was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at age 13. Despite ongoing treatment, she maintains her daily activities as a high school freshman, including school, sports and exploring various lifestyle modifications and therapies to manage her condition. Supported by her family, friends and a dedicated medical team led by Dr. Marla Dubinsky at Mount Sinai, Pass remains optimistic about achieving remission and supporting others in the Crohn’s and colitis community. Her resilience, coupled with her passion for writing and advocacy, drives her determination to thrive.

Lori Stokes, former co-host of Fox 5’s “Good Day New York,” hosted the event.

“We are honored to recognize these outstanding people who have made a significant impact in the fight against Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis,” said Michael Osso, president and CEO of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. “Their contributions have been invaluable, and we are grateful for their dedication and commitment to our mission.

Michael Osso and Marcy Nanus

Photos courtesy of Michael Yorkes

Dan Crown and Dr. Howard Sobell

Brandon Maxwell Runway Show

Dan Crown and Dr. Howard Sobel

David Hirsch, Rhondell Domilici and Jeffrey Justin

Lori Stokes

Itinerary

8:30 AM

Arrival and Registration 9:00 AM Breakfast/Brunch 11:00 AM Call to Carts

11:15 AM(SHARP)

Shotgun Start

5:00-6:00 PM

ANNUAL GOLF OUTING

AUGUST 12, 2024

HONOREES

Marc Grossman Managing Director and Head Wells Fargo Commercial Services Group

Hors D’oeuvres and Cocktails

6:00-7:00 PM

Dinner and Presentation of Golf Winners and Honorees

Ticke GOLF

$850 per person

$3,400 per foursome DINNER & COCKTAILS ONLY

$300 per person

Join Jeffrey Mann and the Mann Charitable Foundation at the beautiful Fresh Meadow Country Club in Lake Success, New York for a great day of golf, food, and networking.

The Mann Charitable Foundation was founded over 20 years ago in memory of Marion and Irving Mann. Its mission is to fund research for geriatric diseases, and to ultimately find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Last year, the Mann Charitable Foundation expanded its initiatives to include Crohn’s and colitis, breast cancer, and liver diseases. This year we are expanding our donations to lymphoma and macular degeneration.

For more information, please contact

Penelope Herrera at 212-840-6266 x 313 pherrea@themanncharitablefoundation.com

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CANADA GOOSE WELCOMES FIRST CREATIVE DIRECTOR, HAIDER ACKERMANN

Canada Goose names renowned designer, Haider Ackermann, as its first-ever creative director. A luminary in the fashion industry and universally celebrated for his talent in defining modern design, he will apply his creative touch to shape the future of Canada Goose products and elevate the brand’s creative aesthetic. The Colombian-born French designer will be based in Paris and work alongside Chairman and CEO, Dani Reiss, to guide the company into its next era.

“When it comes to the marriage of craftsmanship and beauty, there’s no one more fitting than Haider Ackermann. He intuitively understands Canada Goose as a brand apart from all others, and that authenticity, craftsmanship and performance are the cornerstones of our brand,” said Reiss. “With his distinct ability to harness the energy and potential of our authentic heritage, I look forward to seeing his impact across our designs.”

The appointment is marked by the launch of an exclusive style in support of Polar Bears International (PBI), which is at the forefront of efforts to study, understand and protect polar bears and their declining habitat. Inspired by a trip with Reiss to Churchill, Manitoba—known as the polar bear capital of the world—his inaugural launch is a testament to their shared belief that every human has an inherent responsibility to protect our planet and an ability to make a meaningful impact.

The launch campaign celebrates film icon and one of today’s most inspiring activists, Jane Fonda. Having dedicated her life to educating, influencing and inspiring the world on environmental, cultural and societal issues, she is the ideal protagonist for this important story.

“What drew me to Canada Goose is not only how they have created a category, but also its authentic reputation and drive to stay committed to its purpose. The impact this brand has had on the world around us is meaningful and inspirational,” said Ackermann. “I consider myself a student of the environment and my trip to Churchill lit a fire to do more and be more. My hope is that by coming together with the extraordinary climate champion Jane Fonda, we can help drive people to act—and to do it now.”

“Collective action is the only way we can go further, faster,” said Jane Fonda. “I have put my full force into inspiring planet-friendly choices to address the climate crisis, and partnering with Haider and Canada Goose to bring attention to what’s happening in the Arctic is powerful, important and essential.”

CHASE STOKES DROPS EXCLUSIVE EYEWEAR LINE WITH ZENNI OPTICAL

Zenni Optical, the world’s leading online eyewear retailer, has expanded its partnership with Chase Stokes, actor and star of the hit series “Outer Banks,” to launch his own eyewear collection inspired by his dynamic lifestyle: the “Chase Stokes Collection.”

Stokes began his partnership with Zenni earlier this year to introduce EyeQLenz, a three-in-one eye protection lens. Now, the star is returning with his personally curated collection of frames that are hand-selected to meet his daily needs—whether it’s hitting the gym, enjoying outdoor grilling sessions, or making appearances on the red carpet. As a devoted glasses-wearer in his everyday life, Stokes recognizes the significance of eyewear that seamlessly shifts between casual and formal settings.

“Eyewear has been an important part of my life since I was young, and Zenni’s dedication to affordability and quality aligns perfectly with my values,” said Chase Stokes, Zenni ambassador and actor. “Whether you’re like me and always on the move, or you just appreciate having a variety of options, there’s a style in here for you. That’s what Zenni’s all about—eyewear for everyone and every style, no matter where life takes you.”

The collection consists of over 35 versatile unisex frames that are thoughtfully selected to complement any outfit, mood or daily activity. With prices starting at $23.95, the “Zenni x Chase Stokes Collection’’ is designed to be accessible without compromising on style. All frames can be ordered as sunglasses, with prescription and/or Blokz blue light-blocking lenses.

“Chase’s enthusiasm for eyewear, eye protection and fashion shines through in every frame of this collection,” said Veronica Alcaro, vice president of Zenni Optical. “His unique style and approachable personality make him a perfect fit for Zenni as he helps to champion our mission of providing stylish, affordable eyewear to everyone.”

The photos showcase the actor wearing various frames from the Zenni x Chase Stokes Collection, featuring both tinted and non-tinted lenses suitable for outdoor and indoor settings.

Photo courtesy of Zenni Optical

REFY INTRODUCES CONCEALER AND COMPLEXION BRUSH FOR SKIN PERFECTION

As the beauty industry continues to progress, Refy maintains its position at the forefront of innovation with the imminent debut of its latest beauty essential: the Refy Concealer, featuring 24 inclusively flattering shades. This revolutionary product is poised to redefine the way we approach our daily beauty routines. To complement this launch, the brand has unveiled its new dual-ended Complexion Brush, made from synthetic vegan fibers for a blendable application.

Why Have We Created a Refy Concealer?

Refy understands the modern woman’s need for simplicity without compromising on quality. With this in mind, the Refy Concealer was designed to streamline routines by combining the benefits of an eye cream, brightener and concealer all in one. This multi-tasking marvel boasts a brand-new, featherweight texture that not only enhances skin tone but also keeps it beautifully moisturized throughout the day.

What Does Refy Concealer Do?

The serum-based, crease-free formula of Refy Concealer seamlessly blends into the skin, leaving it naturally radiant. Key ingredients such as Evodia Fruit Extract brighten the under-eye area by 6% after just 28 days, while Skin Prodigy boosts collagen and hyaluronic acid for a plump, firm appearance. Additionally, Phytosqualane, a plant-derived moisturizer, softens and smooths the skin for a flawless finish.

Refy Concealer’s Unique Selling Points: Available in 24 shades

Natural Coverage Featherweight Formula: Achieve a flawless complexion without the heavy feel. Skincare Active Powerhouse Trio: Infused with Vegan Collagen, plant-derived Squalane and Evodia FruitExtract for radiant skin.

No Creasing for Eight Hours: Enjoy long-lasting perfection without worrying about touch-ups.

Why Have We Created the Refy Complexion Brush?

● Designed with the same quick and easy application concept as the Refy Duo Brush

● Dual-ended to minimize tools in your makeup bag

What Does theRefy Complexion Brush Do?

● Blends and buffs Refy Concealer and other complexion products for a streak-free finish

Refy Complexion Brush Unique Selling Points:

● Quick and seamless application

● Sheer skin finish

● Dual-ended complexion brush

Photo courtesy of Refy

GLOBAL FASHION COLLECTIVE SPRING/SUMMER 2025

Established in October 2017, Global Fashion Collective is a platform dedicated to cultivating the future of global fashion talent and providing a stage for these emerging stars to reach a global stage.

Global Fashion Collective is an internationally diversified team of professionals that supports designers by cocreating a pathway to success with them in the world of fashion. Operating bi-annually under the prestigious umbrellas of New York Fashion Week, Rakuten Fashion Week Tokyo, and operating shows during London, Milan, and Paris Fashion Weeks, Global Fashion Collective has introduced over 230 international designers to a global audience, aiding in the establishment of their internationally recognized brands.

As Global Fashion Collective continues preparations for the season, below are several designers to highlight for Spring/Summer 2025 within Global Fashion Collective’s upcoming SS25 showcases at Rakuten Fashion Week in Tokyo, New York Fashion Week and during London, Milan and Paris Fashion Weeks:

• Old Fashion Standards

• Mahaud

• Tess Man Haute Couture

• Dress en Doris

• David Layer

• Valienne

• Par Jan

All of the designers included above have worked with Vancouver Fashion Week or Global Fashion Collective in the past. One of the key focuses from the list of returning designers is brand David Layer, from Japan. The brand will be showcasing in Paris, revealing its specialty in men’s suiting. Additionally, the Canadian-born brand Old Fashioned Standards—which has been part of previous Vancouver Fashion Weeks—will now take part in Tokyo fashion week after winning the prestigious 2024 Nancy Mak award for its creative inspiration. Lastly, Mahaud, a styling studio from France, is coming to New York this season to reveal its latest bold looks representing the emerging generation of fashion.

STEP INTO SPRING

Look ahead to bright days and sunny styles as you source Spring/Summer ’24 and more at Atlanta Apparel this October. See full collections for the next season as well as top brands for Resort, Accessories, and Shoes. Don’t miss the one market where you can find everything you need in one place, with affordable hotels and plenty of award-winning dining and entertainment options nearby, trend presentations to inspire you, and fun activations to make your trip memorable.

FUTURE MARKET DATES

October 10–14, 2023

February 6–9, 2024

April 9–12, 2024

June 4–7, 2024

July 30–August 2, 2024

October 15–18, 2024

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18–21, 2024

TWO SHOWS, ONE GREAT LOCATION

Our first collab was HUGE! Source from even more top brands and categories this August at Womenswear In Nevada (WWIN), co-located alongside Las Vegas Apparel at the Expo at World Market Center. Learn more at WWINShow.com

LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION

The Movement of Fashion

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WORLDLY LAUNCHES NEW SUSTAINABILITY DATA SOLUTION TO BOLSTER SUPPLY CHAIN TRANSPARENCY AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

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Worldly, the leading supply chain sustainability data and insights platform for the consumer goods and apparel industries, announced the launch of Facility Data Manager (FDM) to help businesses track ongoing progress towards their decarbonization targets more effectively and make decisions that drive environmental improvements faster. As sustainability regulations such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) emerge globally, FDM helps brands prepare for environmental reporting requirements by providing timely primary data that aligns with regulatory frameworks.

Aligned with Cascale’s industry standard Higg Facility Environmental Module (FEM)—the most comprehensive assessment for environmental performance in the consumer goods industry—Worldly’s new Facility Data Manager enables manufacturing facilities to regularly share key impact data with their brand and retail partners. Brands can access quantitative data on energy, water, waste and other impacts submitted by dozens to thousands of manufacturing facilities, as frequently as monthly. With FDM, brands can see the waste, water and emissions they are uniquely responsible for within a single factory. This addresses a critical industry need for more timely, standardized, high-quality primary data and insights for assessing ongoing risks and opportunities for supply chain improvements and reporting sustainability progress.

“We are pleased to introduce Facility Data Manager as a transformative addition to Worldly’s sustainability solutions,” says Scott Raskin, CEO of Worldly. “At Worldly, our goal is to help companies make clear, credible progress against their environ-

mental and labor targets while helping them prepare and comply with important evolving regulatory requirements. This requires more actionable data and deeper collaboration between manufacturers and brands. I’m excited about the improved insights and transparency into performance, targets and progress that Facility Data Manager provides, and the new level of partnership that it enables as companies look to accelerate impact across the supply chain.”

Manufacturing facilities that complete the annual Higg FEM assessment can automatically import monthly data from FDM into Higg FEM, reducing reporting time and avoiding redundancy of work. Additionally, within FDM, facilities can track their own sustainability targets and share progress with their brand and retailer partners, enabling a new level of collaboration and transparency across the complex global supply chain.

“Strong communication with our brand partners is essential to our business,” said Cecilia Chan, chief commercial officer of Legend Swimwear Factory Limited. “Sustainability innovations like this from Worldly deepen our collaboration with brands and make it much easier for us to not only help them meet their environmental targets, but ours as well.”

Facility Data Manager has been developed in alignment with the Higg FEM tool established by Cascale, (formerly Sustainable Apparel Coalition), in 2011. As the most widely used standardized measurement framework within the apparel and footwear industry, the Higg Index suite of tools is available exclusively on the Worldly platform and is used by over 350 brands

and 40,000 facilities around the world for measuring environmental and social impact. Cascale will soon begin to engage its members through a governance process to support FDM’s adoption into the Higg Index.

“We welcome the additional data insights and synergistic opportunities provided by Worldly’s Facility Data Manager,” said Colin Browne, CEO of Cascale, the global nonprofit alliance empowering collaboration to drive equitable and restorative business practices in the consumer goods industry. “FDM integrates seamlessly with Cascale’s Higg Facility Environmental Module to provide a clear and transparent picture of environmental impacts and help our members improve sustainability and align with relevant industry standards. It’s exactly what our industry needs to catalyze impact at scale.”

TRADEBEYOND Introduces AI-Powered Supply Chain Traceability Tools

TradeBeyond, a leader in retail supply chain management solutions, has announced a significant advancement in its traceability solution through the integration of artificial intelligence. TradeBeyond helps brands and retailers streamline product development and sourcing all the way through order, production and delivery. Through innovative sourcing management, product lifecycle management (PLM) and production and order management solutions, TradeBeyond empowers more efficient, responsible supply chains for many of the world’s largest retailers. TradeBeyond is also the provider of Pivot88, retail’s most trusted quality, compliance and traceability platform. This upgrade allows global brands and retailers to improve visibility and reduce risks in their supply chains.

TradeBeyond remains at the forefront of supply chain traceability. Its latest platform enhancements incorporate artificial intelligence to automate documentary verification and document chain of custody. These improvements bolster efficiency, security and reliability. Advanced AI verifies the authenticity and integrity of products, tracing their journey from raw materials to production and delivery in compliance with increasing Environmental Social Governance (ESG) regulations and standards. TradeBeyond’s enhanced traceability solution leverages AI to automatically scan all documents, including orders, invoices, bills of lading and shipping advice. It compiles the chain of custody documentation and checks critical product and shipment documents against multiple databases of blacklisted

entities for potential compliance risks. The AI also identifies gaps or missing documentation, alerting businesses and suppliers for resolution before shipping.

“TradeBeyond’s customer base includes some of the world’s largest brands and retailers. For these businesses, manually reviewing thousands of documents and verifying their chain of custody is extremely inefficient,” explained TradeBeyond CEO Michael Hung. “Our latest AI-powered traceability capability eliminates this challenge.” Recent global supply chain due diligence laws, including the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act and others, have placed stringent requirements on brands and retailers to provide their goods’ chain of custody. TradeBeyond’s AI dramatically simplifies compliance with these laws, while increasing the data accuracy, visibility and transparency necessary for sustainable sourcing.

“This advancement in traceability demonstrates TradeBeyond’s commitment in its mission—to help retailers, brands and suppliers achieve more efficient and responsible supply chains by empowering them to streamline their efforts from product ideation to production and beyond,” Hung said.

For more information on TradeBeyond’s new AI-powered traceability innovations and platform enhancements, visit tradebeyond.com/ AI.

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BY RONALD S. FRIEDMAN, CPA

Hello again! It is June and summer is upon us, which should provide everyone with a bit of time off to spend with family and friends. Basketball season is winding down and baseball season is in full bloom. I’d like to present a Tale of Two Presidencies: The Economic Landscapes under Jimmy Carter and Joe Biden for this month’s article.

Despite being decades apart, Jimmy Carter and Joe Biden faced significant economic challenges during their respective presidencies. By comparing their economic narratives, we can gain insight into how national and global economic landscapes can shape a presidency.

Jimmy Carter: Economic Challenges of the Late 1970s

When Jimmy Carter took office in January 1977, the United States was reeling from the aftermath of the oil crisis of 1973, which had caused inflation and unemployment to soar—a phenomenon referred to as “stagflation.” Several economic challenges marked Carter’s presidency:

• Inflation and Interest Rates: High inflation was a significant problem, with consumer prices rising at an annual rate of over 10% by the end of his term. To combat this, the Federal Reserve, led by Carter’s appointee Paul Volcker, took aggressive measures by raising interest rates, which peaked at an unprecedented 20% in 1980.

• Energy Crises: The nation faced a second oil crisis in 1979, compounding inflation and leading to widespread energy shortages.

• Deregulation: Carter initiated a series of deregulation efforts in industries like airlines, railroads and trucking to stimulate competition and economic growth.

What did this all mean to the fashion industry? Our clients had no choice but to pass on the cost to the consumer, and every quarter, the same garment would sell for a higher price. Our clients borrowed from their banks and factors at over 20% interest rates. To calm down the concerns of the lending community, clients had to

have the accountants prepare quarterly financial statements. Those companies that survived were making substantial profits and those that could not borrow from their lending institutions were closing their doors. Those were some scary times for the business community.

Joe Biden: Economic Turbulence in the 2020s Amidst the Covid-19 pandemic and the resulting global economic downturn, Joe Biden was inaugurated as President in January 2021. His administration’s economic issues have been characterized by:

•Pandemic Response and Recovery: Biden’s economic policies have been largely shaped by the need to respond to the pandemic, including implementing a massive stimulus package (the American Rescue Plan) to support individuals and businesses.

•Inflation Concerns: Like Carter’s era, Biden’s presidency has seen rising inflation, partly attributed to supply chain disruptions, labor shortages and strong consumer demand as the economy rebounds from the pandemic lows.

Infrastructure and Investment: The Biden administration has prioritized significant investments in infrastructure and clean energy as a means to stimulate economic growth and address climate change.

Government spending has caused the National Debt to be at record levels, and with rising interest rates, the cost to service the debt is substantial.

Comparisons and Contrasts

While Carter and Biden faced the common challenge of high inflation, the causes and their approaches to managing the economy were contextually different. For Carter, the struggle was against the backdrop of a post-oil crisis world and an ongoing Cold War, while Biden is navigating the economic fallout of a global health crisis. Both presidencies underscore the profound impact of external shocks on the economy and the role of government intervention during such times. Carter’s era saw the beginning of neoliberal economic policies fo -

cusing on deregulation. In contrast, Biden’s approach so far has been characterized by a more active government role in providing relief and promoting recovery.

The presidencies of Jimmy Carter and Joe Biden serve as bookmarks in the continuing story of the U.S. economy’s resilience and adaptability. A direct comparison must take into account the distinct historical contexts, as each faced unique challenges and possessed different tools and policies to address them. What remains clear is that the economy is an ever-evolving entity influenced by a complex interplay of domestic and global forces that presidents must navigate.

As these two presidents had to navigate their way through the economy, Marcum is here to help you navigate through these difficult times.

On April 18th, at the Marcum Retail Symposium, we were proud to feature two outstanding speakers: Marshal Cohen, chief industry advisor for retail at Circana and Andrew Rotondi, chief operations/information officer at Dynamic Worldwide Logistics. Marshal’s presentation, titled “2024: Will It Feel Like A Roller Coaster? Are You Ready for the Ride?” captivated the 135 Marcum guests in attendance. He highlighted that in the past year, strong industries included media entertainment, and prestige beauty and pets, while apparel, accessories, toys and technology lagged. Marshal raised a concern about credit card debt exceeding one trillion dollars, with 51% of debtors being unable to pay it off. Marshal will be back next year for an update as Marcum presents the 2025 Retail Symposium, an event you should not miss.

Until next time, remember what I always conclude with—if you are not having fun, then do something else!!

Ronald S. Friedman, CPA, is an advisory and assurance partner in the Los Angeles office of Marcum LLP and a practice leader in the Firm’s Consumer & Industrial Products group. Contact him at Ron.friedman@marcumllp.com.

INTRODUCING THE WORLD’S FIRST NUCLEAR-POWERED CARBON OFFSET FOR THE FASHION INDUSTRY

Rickey Ruff, founder and managing director of Global Nuclear Concepts, has launched the first-ever Nuclear-Powered Carbon offset for the fashion industry. Rickey launched Global Nuclear Concepts to decarbonize fashion manufacturing. Each year, fashion is responsible for 1.7 billion tons of carbon emissions. Instead of planting trees, the proceeds from this offset are used to deploy micro-nuclear reactors at clothing factories worldwide, bringing these emissions to net-zero.

Rickey Ruff is bringing two unlikely yet very exciting sectors together. He’s uniquely positioned to achieve his ambitions by leveraging experience in the fashion industry—working in important roles at Ralph Lauren and Adidas, and his relationships with nuclear reactor manufacturers. Rickey detailed the initiatives of Global Nuclear Concepts at Conference of the Parties(COP) 28 in Dubai and National Emissions Inventory’s (NEI) Nuclear Energy Assembly in Washington DC. He is also working on flagship deployment projects in Nepal and Turkey.

Fashion companies have committed to reducing carbon emissions, yet there is still no clear harmonized pathway to achieve this. Global Nuclear Concepts is bringing comprehensible expectations and practical actions via the voluntary carbon market to the climate change dilemma because its offsets fund the direct displacement of fossil fuels. Rickey is creating an onramp for global participation in the fight against climate change. The fact that everyone wears clothes makes this an inclusive way to participate in a solution for our planet.

According to Global Nuclear Concepts’ Senior Advisor, Professor Joshua S. Goldstein, co-author of “A Bright Future, How Some Countries Have Solved Climate Change and the Rest Can Follow,” “Humanity can fix climate change and prosper by expanding on the example of countries like Sweden and France, building out both nuclear power and renewable energy, developing new reactor designs and pricing carbon pollution.” (Hachett, 2019)

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EASTSIDE GOLF ENTERS WOMEN’S MARKET

Since 2019, Eastside Golf has worked to establish itself as a leader in golf apparel and accessories, leveraging fashion to change the cultural perception and conversation around golf.

Less than five years in, the brand has made its mark on the industry. A long list of notable athletes and tastemakers, such as Chris Paul, DJ Khaled and Patrick Mahomes, have worn and supported the brand. It has enjoyed seven collaborations with the Jordan Brand and has set up strategic partnerships and licensing deals with major entities such as the NBA, MLB and Mercedes-Benz USA. Amid its ascent, Eastside Golf has consistently supported HBCU golf, including a cumulative $300,000 in donations to support the Morehouse College golf team.

Until this spring though, the brand had only released men’s collections. That changed on May 9 when Eastside Golf—the lifestyle apparel brand rooted in golf dedicated to driving cultural change in the game—launched its first-ever line of women’s apparel, the “Forward Collection.”

Inspired by the strength, versatility and unapologetic authenticity embodied by women on and off the course, the newly released line is an over 20 piece collection honoring the power of female golfers at every stage in their journey. Central to the vision is a commitment to performance and body versatility, ensuring that each silhouette is purposefully engineered by an all-female design team. Crafted with the diverse needs of seasoned players, youthful enthusiasts and newcomers in mind, Eastside Golf’s women’s collection was created on a foundation of inclusivity and innovation.

“Since our early days, we’ve had women purchasing Eastside Golf items for themselves and asking us when we’d be entering the women’s category,” said Olajuwon Ajanaku, Eastside Golf co-founder and creative director. “But we didn’t want to ‘shrink and pink’ our existing products; we wanted to create something authentic and considered. This is why we dedicated additional resources to bringing on designers with extensive expertise in women’s apparel to create items that are both fashionable and functional equally at home, on the street, or in the clubhouse. We have had our eye on entering the women’s category for a long time and we are thrilled to bring this to life in our first collection.”

Pieces from the collection are equally worn on and off the course, including signature items such as a two-piece tracksuit, banded crop tees, jumpsuit and pique polos, skorts and dresses, which all feature Eastside Golf’s script or swingman logo. The collection is marked by Eastside Golf’s meticulous attention to detail, showcasing the thoughtfulness in the design process to create pieces that support both fashion and function. Hats are designed to be comfortable for a variety of hair styles and textures and features a satin lining to protect hair. Many pieces have functional hidden pockets, perfect for tees, golf balls, valuables, sunglasses and keys—offering functionality without impacting the lines of the clothing.

“As a fashion brand rooted in golf, we are making a brand for golfers and non-golfers alike. Our clothes are designed to feel good both on and off the course,” said Earl Cooper, Eastside Golf co-founder and CEO. “We are serving women who have, up to this point, not been served by golf apparel brands in the way they deserve—they do not have the clothing options that men do, despite making up a sizable and increasing portion of the golf-playing community. We are incredibly proud of the collection and hope to draw in women who are looking for golf clothing that is not just functional, but fashionable and gives them the confidence to be their authentic selves on and off the course.”

The collection debuted in three phases in May, with drops on May 9, May 16 and May 23. Customers can browse and purchase on Eastside Golf’s website or through its app. The women’s line will be a key part of Eastside Golf’s brand and offerings going forward, with new collections released seasonally.

LAUNCHES WOMEN’S LINE

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By Penelope Herrera

Nothing Short of Flourishing

Luxury handbag brand, Thalie Paris has been reinventing the “new bourgeoise” while being eco-conscious. Thalie, derived from the ancient Greek muse Thaleia, meaning “the flourishing one,” perfectly encapsulates the essence of the brand as it is said that Thalie brought beauty to the world and through her nature, revived. Thalie Paris bags were envisioned with this name in mind, as it reflects their commitment to creating elegant, eco-friendly luxury goods. The brand represents timeless elegance and sophistication but also environmental responsibility and ethical production, offering a luxury product that incorporates eco-consciousness at every stage of the process, from design to distribution.

The Thalie Paris supply chain is optimized for minimal environmental impact, emphasizing local production and recycled and upcycled materials to reduce waste and carbon footprint. This approach allows for the brand to offer luxury products that align with contemporary values of sustainability and responsible consumption. Thalie Paris designs use innovative, low-impact materials such as upcycled salmon leather and alternative leather (alt-leather) made from cactus. “My journey with these innovative materials began with a deep dive into sustainable alternatives during my travels and professional experiences. Right before founding Thalie Paris, I worked as a textile expert and consultant for McKinsey, BCG and Unesco, but also for Eastman Chemicals, a Fortune 500 Company that at the time, started developing Naia, a sustainable fiber,” said Nathalie Dionne, CEO of Thalie Paris. “When expanding my research, I was fascinated by all the possibilities this area holds.” Salmon leather intrigued Dionne, with its unique texture and sustainable sourcing through upcycling from the agri-food industry, while cactus alt-leather impressed her, with its minimal water usage and durability. Extensive research and partnerships with Ictyos (salmon) and Desserto (cactus) allowed for Dionne to understand their capabilities and potential applications in luxury fashion. Thalie Paris was actually the first company to commercialize salmon leather from Ictyos.

Thalie Paris uses the company, Brand Creatives Paris, a creative design studio based in Paris serving global fashion brands, to create synergies in a sustainable future. “Brand Creative Paris is more than just a studio, it’s a hub of innovation and creativity,” said Dionne. Brand Creative Paris is where Thalie Paris fuses global cultural influences with Parisian chic to create unique, eco-conscious designs. “The studio is a space where ideas are nurtured, and the boundaries of sustainable fashion are pushed. It represents my commitment to marrying high fashion with sustainability, a vision that drives both my creative process and my business thinking.”

In line with creative thinking, Thalie Paris had a virtual fashion exhibition and showroom, conceived as a response to the changing landscape of fashion retail, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. At the time, this application allowed for the brand to reach a global audience without the constraints of physical space. This provided an interactive and immersive experience for customers, allowing Thalie Paris to showcase their designs, as well as their commitment to innovation and sustainability. Due to the brand’s commitment to innovation, they are always keen to explore new technologies and ways to enrich the experience of Thalie Paris. In April, the brand created a campaign using Generative AI while utilizing licensed models.

Adding to technological innovations, Thalie Paris uses a blockchain technology called Sorga. Sorga blockchain technology ensures the transparency and traceability of Thalie Paris products. Each item is tagged with a unique digital passport, providing detailed information about the material sources, manufacturing processes and environmental impact. This technology helps Thalie Paris build trust with their customers by verifying the authenticity and sustainability of their products which helps to foster a deeper connection with their brand. For now, it is only possible to trace back Thalie Paris’ iconic Livia model and Cleo Top Handle, which are both made from salmon leather. In the future, the brand wants to use Sorga’s blockchain technology for all of their products.

Thalie Paris bags were a natural starting point for the brand because they are essential accessories that combine functionality with style. Moreover, they offer a versatile canvas for experimenting with sustainable materials and innovative designs. While bags remain their core product, Thalie Paris envisions themself expanding into other categories in the future. “I envision Thalie Paris as a leading name in eco-conceived luxury, recognized for combining the usage of innovative low-impact materials with Parisian elegance designs. Our goal is to set new standards in the luxury industry, inspiring other brands to adopt sustainable practices and making eco-responsible luxury accessible to a broader audience,” said Dionne. She added, “Our commitment to eco-responsibility and luxury can translate into various fashion segments, and we are exploring opportunities to diversify our offerings while maintaining our brand ethos.” Expanding into other countries is a key part of the brand’s growth strategy, aiming to establish Thalie Paris as a global brand by opening flagship stores in major fashion capitals and collaborating with international retailers. Thalie Paris customers come from all over the world and they are buying through the Thalie Paris’ e-commerce store. Customers also visit the brand through their pop-up stores at Printemps Haussmann in Paris or at Bloomingdales in Dubai. Additionally, Thalie Paris is exploring sustainable supply chain and manufacturing partnerships worldwide to enhance their eco-responsibility. “At the moment, we are only producing in France, Italy and Portugal. However, if we feel that our audience especially grows in another part of the world, for example Asia, it might not be sustainable anymore to only produce in Europe,” said Dionne. Thalie Paris, is a brand that’s doing it right.

4CCCCEES MERGING COMFORT AND STYLE

BY PENELOPE HERRERA

4CCCCEES, a footwear brand whose DNA is committed to empowering their consumers in their everyday life, does so through four principles: contemporary, comfort, confidence and curiosity. 4CCCCEES aims to provide a first-time experience to the wearer by creating silhouettes and styles that are brand new to the market by always focusing on the marriage of visual aesthetics and functionality when designing each collection.

Each 4CCCCEES product is highly unique. The materials used for each component of the shoes are carefully developed to maximize the walking experience for the wearer. “The silhouettes are strong and at the same time, very tactile—a great way to help our customers stand out when wearing a pair of 4CCCCEES,” said Sang-Min Park, founder of 4CCCCEES.

Sang-Min Park, who previously designed for Alexander McQueen and was the creative director of United Nude, has taken from her previous experiences the mindset that everything is possible. Through her prior experience with various brands, Park was in an environment where she frequently worked with unfamiliar materials or unusual forms. Meeting those challenges became the root of her confidence, whether in the development process or in presenting her final collections. With her work now, she focuses on taking the functional elements of a shoe and making them visually or tacitly interesting. “It is perhaps no surprise that nature and natural elements are often a big part of my inspiration, as nature is continuously evolving, whether in an instant or gradually over time. I observe and try to apply this same logic to my designs, finding beauty in the unique and evolving state of nature, with the result being a functional, poetic and playful design,” Park said. “The most priceless part however, is the people I’ve gotten to know along the way. Starting a brand from scratch requires so many different types of knowledge beyond just design, of course. So a lot of the people I work with now are people I trust and have been working with for years.”

Each pair of 4CCCCEES shoes include their patented diamond padding for added comfort and support at the arch of the foot. The patented design supports the foot arch in such a way that spreads the wearer’s weight evenly across the shoe’s footbed, providing maximum comfort—even in heels. The outsoles and the heels are carefully designed for the perfect toespring and heel-strike point that gives a smooth motion when walking. Reducing the weight of each component while keeping enough strength, is also another focus for the 4CCCCEES development team on each new pair. “We believe that walking should be a pleasure, and such comfort gives the wearer better posture and more confident movement overall,” said Park. And even though each pair of 4CCCCEES is designed to be unique, a feature that is consistent throughout is the brand’s signature rippled Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA) sole. Park added, “Not only do our unique, pillow-like soles add a layer of comfort, they create a recognizable style element that is sure to stand out.”

4CCCCEES has proven itself to be a brand that is doing things right, having experienced continuous success in Asia and Europe. This success has allowed 4CCCCEES to gain traction and recognizability while giving them the confidence to move into the U.S. market. In terms of the brand’s future, cross-category collaboration is of interest. From a business development perspective, 4CCCCEES is looking to take the brand into more mainstream distribution channels, including major U.S. department stores. Additionally, 4CCCCEES is excited to start expanding into other markets, including the Middle East, Australia and South America. From a design standpoint, the goal of 4CCCCEES is rather simple, which is to provide a better and more beautiful product for their customers. “I am longing to change the perception that we need to choose between comfort and fashion. I believe that a good pair of shoes can provide freedom of movement, and fashion can empower the wearer,” said Park. “We love to encourage playfulness and creativity with our shoes. Seeing the different ways our customer styles each pair and works them into their own wardrobes and visual language is such an exciting experience.”

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GAÂLA ONE-OF-A-KIND

Gaâla, a family-run slow fashion Parisian brand, was born from the vision of crafting timeless, trend-transcending apparel for the contemporary woman—time honored apparel crafted responsibly using luxurious upcycled fabrics—for the modern woman with a vintage heart.

Gaâla recently launched a one-of-a-kind fabric made from rose bushes’ natural waste, including petals and stems. A unique, subtle rose scent is extracted and reintroduced into the fabric without any additives, making all of the pieces smell delightfully floral (lasting up to ten washing cycles). Gaâla’s quest for sustainable fabrics led to their discovery of the Rose Petal one. As the brand delved deeper into its origins and production process, they fell in love with its authenticity and connection to nature. “The delicate yet resilient nature of roses, reminiscent of both the strength and fragility of women, struck a chord with us,” said Kelly de Gaalon, founder of Gaâla.

Gaâla’s Rose Petal fabric is an eco-friendly and luxurious textile celebrated for its softness and durability. Beyond its softness, the fabric boasts impressive strength due to the inherent resilience of the fibers, which makes it both durable and sustainable. The luxurious feel and durability of the rose petal fabric stems from the innovative process of transforming rose petals into fine, silky yarn. This meticulous process ensures the fabric retains the petals’ smooth, soft texture, offering a gentle touch against the skin. Gaâla’s rose petal fabric contains the natural antioxidants of rose petals, soothing skin irritations and supporting overall health. This collection’s rose petal fabric builds upon Gaâla’s history of eco-friendly textile manufacturing with its innovative development from the natural waste of rose bushes.

Gaâla dresses are crafted from the Rose Petal fabric and are inspired by the graceful yet resilient nature of a rose. Some of the dresses feature flowing, petal-like layers to embody the soft, romantic allure of a blooming rose, like the Estelle dress, while others have more structured elements to represent the strength and resilience of rose stems, as with the Gracelyn wrap dress. Gaâla’s design process also considers the fabric’s versatile and soothing properties, wanting to ensure that each garment provides comfort and elegance, making them suitable for various occasions.

For Gaâla in general, due to the limited nature of their upcycled fabrics, designs often cannot be reproduced in the same fabric, which means that many Gaâla garments are unique and one-of-a-kind. Bestsellers of the brand this season include the Lily mini dress, a summer favorite thanks to its light, airy design and flattering fit. The Estelle dress has been a standout piece since its conception and the rose petal fabric version has only increased its popularity. “Our wrap skirts are also flying off the shelves, loved for their versatility and timelessness for the season,” said Gaalon.

Gaâla—shipped to you from Paris with love.

To fully learn how the rose petal fabric is made, one can visit https://gaala.com/pages/rose-petal-fabric

STELLA YORK

NEW COLLECTION FROM WEDDING DRESS BRAND STELLA YORK CELEBRATES “THAT FOREVER FEELING”

Bridal company Stella York—founded in 2013 and part of the Essense of Australia family of brands—has been the outfit of choice for thousands of brides across the globe with its affordable, award-winning designer styles. Stella York bridal gowns are imagined and handcrafted with stunning detail, being constructed to provide an exceptional fit and to give the body perfect form, all at a competitive price.

The newest wedding dress collection from Stella York by Essense of Australia lets brides embrace their most magical moment, both on and off the aisle. Drawing inspiration from the hottest red carpet looks, the gorgeous new collection delivers dazzling silhouettes with sexy design details for a romantic yet dramatic bridal style.

“Brides are dreaming of their happily ever after, and they want to celebrate in a gown that’s just as dreamy as their love story,” said Martine Harris, chief creative officer, co-owner and head designer of Stella York. “The new Stella York collection is filled with gowns for every bride, from eye-catching lace dresses to ultra-glamorous styles that exude a forever kind of feeling.”

Sparkle and shine are taking center stage this season with Stella York incorporating intricate beadwork, delicate pearl embellishments, shimmering lace and glittery tulle for the bride who isn’t afraid of the spotlight. Striking design details, from bold statement sleeves and full skirts to flattering cutouts and leg slits, let brides make a head-turning statement. “We can’t get enough of stunning pearls embellishments! Pops of color are still trending, and we’re loving soft, romantic shades at the moment. Chic overskirts also provide an elevated look for the bride who wants a hint of drama,” said Harris. Trendy necklines, from halters and high necklines to strapless, square and deep V-necklines are also incorporated, allowing brides to embrace their stunning aisle style as well as detachable accessories for the glamorous bride, with chic and simple silhouettes for the minimalist bride, along with so much more.

With so many beautiful new looks from Stella York, there’s a gown for every size, shape, style and vision. Some of the dresses in the collection include the Romantic Lace and Tulle Off-The-Shoulder A-Line Wedding Dress, a dreamy off-the-shoulder lace wedding dress that artfully blends timeless romance with fashion-forward design; the Princess Puff Sleeve Organza Ballgown Wedding Dress, an on-trend puffy sleeve wedding gown that exudes pure sophistication and cosmopolitan glamour and the glamorous, Pearl-Embellished A-Line Princess Wedding Dress, a style that radiates a majestic splendor fit for the modern-day princess.

The new collection is now at a retailer near you, with over 23 new styles available. Gowns are offered in U.S. sizes 2 to 20, with many available in the EveryBody/EveryBride collection for U.S. sizes 22 to 34. To explore the entire collection or to find a store near you, visit www.stellayork.com.

THE EMBROIDERY STUDIO

BY PENELOPE HERRERA

QUALITY AND CRAFTSMANSHIP AT ITS FINEST

Celebrity embroidery artist Patrick Skiffington has had success in all that he’s set out to achieve. Through his life ventures, he has accumulated many experiences and skills that led to the opening of The Embroidery Studio.

Patrick Skiffington had done real estate for 20 years and was consistently one of the Top 50 Power Brokers in the Country (Inman News) year after year. He had eight offices in Central Florida and employed over 2,000 Real Estate Agents. Although he was successful in business, Skiffington was not fulfilled personally. It was at this point in time that he decided to stop focusing on money and start focusing on his passion, using all of the lessons he had learned in business to grow a business in fashion.

After his realization, Skiffington then moved to Los Angeles—a life choice as well as a conscious business decision. He studied and traveled the globe with Tony Robbins who drilled into him that “Proximity is Power.” “That lesson has served me well in everything I’ve ever done. Surround yourself with people who you aspire to be and people who you aspire to work with. For me, that was LA and has proven to be a solid decision,” said Skiffington.

After the move, Skiffington created Hollywood Signs and Branding, a business developed primarily as an embroidery, screenprint and sign business. The business then grew to include promotional products because the need was there for his clients. The customer base was primarily in live entertainment, movie/film production, and marketing and hospitality. “The company was very successful but, again, was deviating from my passion—creating unique and beautiful fashion pieces. We were extremely busy, and then the pandemic hit. In California, we were literally shut down for almost a year as were most of our customers. We had to shift gears and reinvent ourselves during that time, which we did,” said Skiffington. Skiffington and his team began focusing more on the casual and comfortable fashion that was emerging as a result of the pandemic lockdowns. They took about six months experimenting with fabric dyeing techniques and patterned pieces, of which they started to market successfully. “We also started working with some of our talent management companies, like Full-Stop Management, with projects for individual artists like Nicki Minaj, Harry Styles, Gwen Stefani, etc. We became their go-to for the projects that others said no to. They know they can count on us and we ALWAYS get it done and exceed expectations,” said Skiffington, as he and his team made the sound bowl mallet for Ariana Grande’s recent SNL appearance—custom designed and engraved in about 24 hours. “ Over the years, word has traveled and now it would be hard to name a major artist that we have not worked with.” In 2021, Skiffington and his team opened their retail studio on the Sunset Strip which gave them an anchored and easy-to-find location in the heart of Hollywood. This location has allowed them to focus on one-of-one projects, custom-designed pieces, wardrobe/costuming and their brand(s). Here, The Embroidery Studio came to be.

Currently, The Embroidery Studio company is a team of five, with utilization of outside independent contractors on a project basis. There’s Skiffington, who grew up around embroidery as his grandmother was a master embroiderer and it’s always been a passion hobby of his. Skiffington handles the orders himself that are involved with the entertainment industry. Also on the team is a full-time embroiderer who does walk-in orders, a third-generation “master tailor” and production manager that handles orders from hotel reps and event planners. In the coming years, expansion will include computer-driven design and handwork.

The Embroidery Studio has a great number of machines to work with. Skiffington finds himself to be a sewing machine addict, mentioning, “Every machine you can imagine, we have. We have a $25,000 laser for engraving. We have machines you wouldn’t expect a seamstress to have.”

The Embroidery Studio has all brand-new embroidery machines, all being Barudan and Tajima. “Tajima’s technology has leapfrogged Barudans in the last couple of years so we are in the process of replacing all of our Barudan with Tajima,” said Skiffington, adding that Tajima’s values, culture and customer service is also more aligned with that of his team’s so they are switching over slowly to all Tajima, with plans to complete the switch by mid-2025. The Embroidery Studio also has a Trotec CO2 laser, used for a host of things, including etching and cutting fabric. The company has a fiber laser for engraving leather and 18 vintage chain stitch machines (the craft of chain stitching is very unique because it was very hard to learn and is now rare), many of which date back to over 100 years. They are all restored and in production. Additional machines include rivet machines, vintage darning machines, merrow edging machines and a suite of Juki sewing machines as well as a gold foil and deboss machine for feather.

Launching this summer is the Malibu Stitch Company, Skiffington’s second brand. The brand is a collection of new vintage casual beachwear celebrating the history of the SoCal Beach Culture. Most have vintage chain stitching and rustic beach appliqués and are designed to bring back fond childhood memories, regardless of age, combining comfort, style and fond associations from people, places and things that evoke delightful memories.

Head over to the Embroidery Studio to get a personalized expression of you.

“If a customer wants it, we can do it. We always say yes, and always get it done.” —Patrick Skiffington

Photos courtesy of The Embroidery Studio

Photos courtesy of KING & TUCKFIELD

KING & TUCKFIELD

by Omar Cunningham

It’s been said that a woman sometimes knows a man better than he knows himself. That has definitely been said when it comes to his style! Established by Creative Director Stacey Wood in 2016, King & Tuckfield has been quietly spearheading the men’s fashion division—showcasing vintage inspired styles that are catching the eyes of the man with a keen sense of style. But, she hasn’t forgotten about the women though!

As a child, Stacey was captivated by the sartorial grace and integrity of her grandmother Joan King, a ballerina hailing from East London, and her father, Graham Tuckfield, a tailor, paratrooper and miner from Yorkshire. Inspired by both the dichotomous style sensibilities and the uniforms of their respective careers in Britain during the 1940s and 50s, her brand idea found both its provenance and purpose. With her direction now set, the result was the creation of a cool retro look that didn’t feel antiquated or kitschy. From that, King & Tuckfield was born.

Starting out with men, the collection took a play on the color schemes and silhouettes of postwar styles. It was a time when men and women were accepting more relaxed looks and letting go of a lot of the prewar rigidity. Men stepped away from the full button down suit shirts and donned more mix and match collared polos and t-shirt styles. When King & Tuckfield launched, it offered men an array of soft textured Merino knit polos, cardigans and pullovers with the perfect color and design combinations. With oversized 50s style button up “bowling” shirts, three button, placket, textured polos and wrap-tie shirts—each style proved it was easily matched with current wardrobe staples. The collection also offered classic, double and tab pleated trousers, rolled cuffed shorts, as well as long and grant pants to complete stylized looks. It’s no wonder Hollywood has taken notice as King & Tuckfield has become the brand favorite of style icons such as Ryan Gosling, Justin Bieber, Chris Evans, The Rock, Coleman Domingo, Zac Efron, Michael B. Jordan, James Marsden, Donald Glover and many more!

As the business grew, the slow approach to fashion that Stacey Wood took was paying off. In building a meaningful business model, her ascension has been steady and sits on a strong foundation with a focused direction. Wood has been opposed to the fast fashion craze, not only

because of the dizzying rapid pace of cheaply made fly-by-night fashions, but more importantly the negative environmental ramifications it has. She has always been a huge advocate of sustainability and wanted to create quality pieces that customers could be proud of and want to keep in their wardrobe rotation for many seasons to come.

After a few years of making headway in the men’s division and having achieved a level of success and a large following, Wood found that women were often buying men’s pieces and incorporating them into their wardrobe. Taking the hint, Wood dove into the women’s market with the same inspiration and fervor. Post-war women, after having worked in factories during the war due to the shortage of manpower, (think “Rosie The Riveter”), became comfortable wearing loose fitting slacks during the war years. Once the war was over, they refused to give up this new found comfort. This brand evolution kept that in mind and carried over many of the knitted Merino tops but tailored them to a woman’s body. Also added were loose, flowy, oversized shirt dresses, wide legged tapered trousers with sustainable Corozzo buttons, knitted body suits, knitted short pants and irregular ribbed tanks for comfortable, fashionably chic looks. The widely sought after Palazzo Pants gives the appearance of wearing a graceful floor-length, side pocketed dress—that is until the wearer moves and you see the individual pant legs. Made of lightweight cotton, they give a dramatic silhouette in addition to casual comfort. Rounding out the collection are laddered high neck tees, denim dresses, a denim bomber jacket, bonnets and bucket hats. The color palette runs in cooling colors of taupe, white, off-white, indigo, tan, pale and powder blues, navy and black. The next wave of knits will include cropped polos, tennis dresses, minis, midis and deep V’s—perfect add-ins for mixing and matching into your current wardrobe for years to come.

What lies ahead for Stacey and the King & Tuckfield brand? With its continuous demand in the U.S. market and growing popularity in Hollywood, Stacey Wood has set her sights on opening up her first flagship store here in America in the very near future. The idea is to mimic the cool factor her store on London’s fashionable Chiltern Street has, and to bring that across the pond. This just leaves her with one problem, and it’s a good problem to have—location, location, location?

MAKING A DIFFERENCE;

DELIVERING GOOD WITH RETAIL AND MANUFACTURING INDUSTRIES

by Heather Reynolds

A History of Impact

For nearly 40 years, Delivering Good has been providing relief for families and individuals dealing with poverty, disaster and other issues through the provision of new merchandise donated by the retail and manufacturing industries.

For all the years being in business, Delivering Good has connected more than $3 billion in new products to men, women and children dealing with a wide range of social issues such as homelessness, poverty, domestic violence, workforce reentry and foster care. In addition, Delivering Good provides essential relief for people impacted by natural disasters like hurricanes, flooding and wildfires, bringing relief and comfort to communities after the work of rescue and first responders is complete.

Products provided by Delivering Good help families deal with the trauma of homelessness, the challenge of reentering the workforce, or the everyday struggle with poverty. The products help people recover and rebuild after the destruction left by natural disasters. And, because the merchandise is new, it offers more than just things, but the dignity, self-confidence and pride that comes with receiving something new.

“We have been serving families at every distribution. What we are hearing is that much of the apparel—children’s and adult—being sent by surrounding communities is second hand. Many are left in tears by the resources being delivered through Delivering Good. These goods are all brand new and of such quality. In all honesty, we are replacing wardrobes with better quality than what was lost in many cases. This has gone such a long way for recovery, it’s hard to put into words,” said a representative from 4 Good Community, Delivering Good’s community partner for the 2022 Kentucky flood relief.

Another Delivering Good community partner, Community Rescue Missionin Ft. Smith, Arkansas said, “Our families are in a transitional period in their lives. New clothing from nice stores is always an uplifting feeling for the children and for their parents. It is a positive feeling to have new clothes for your children when you are working so hard to make a better living for your family. It is very encouraging to see the children excited when they get new clothes and even more rewarding to see how happy it makes their parents.”

Delivering Good gets new merchandise donations that are put into the hands of the people who need it through their distribution network of more than 800 local community partners located across the U.S., Canada and beyond. These partners provide services and support for people dealing with a range of social issues. They know their communities and the types of products that are needed the most which helps Delivering Good make the greatest impact with the product they provide.

An ESG Solution

Delivering Good’s model (putting excess merchandise in the hands of people who need it instead of landfills) puts them at the crossroads of social impact and environmental sustainability. As more companies are developing environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies, Delivering Good provides a platform to help them meet their ESG goals by redirecting their unneeded product from the waste stream to where it can help people in need—a win for our people and our planet.

In 2023, Delivering Good’s brand partners donated nearly ten million units of new merchandise valued at more than $121 million dollars. These products, which included apparel, houseware, shoes, home furnishings, toys, school supplies, books, health and beauty supplies and more, touched the lives of millions of individuals in communities across the U.S.

Its impact is wide-ranging with helping motivate children to attend school because they have new clothing like the new suit and the confidence that goes with it that helped someone reenter the workforce, the new bra that gives a woman self-esteem, or the warm coat for the child and peace of mind for the mother who couldn’t afford to buy one.

In addition to product donation, companies are partnering with Delivering Good to raise awareness and funds through retail promotions like “Buy One, Give One,” register roundups and other programs that engage their associates and customers as well as showcasing their support. “We are thrilled to be a corporate partner of Delivering Good and work alongside them to support, uplift and drive equity in the communities where we live and do business. Through our partnership, we are not only able to connect with impactful organizations across North America, but create a responsible and sustainable pipeline for excess inventory to be delivered to those most in need. Our Centric Cares philosophy is to support organizations that resonate most with our associate base. Delivering Good helps us fulfill that philosophy by connecting us with non-profits that span across a variety of cities and causes. In 2022, we had the opportunity to donate over 16,000 units of product for a total value of over $400,000 through Delivering Good,” said Isabel Merrin, senior marketing manager of Centric Brands.

Celebrating Leadership and Philanthropy

Delivering Good was founded from the heart of the retail and manufacturing industries, and they continue to recognize and celebrate those relationships at their annual events—particularly their Women of Impact Summit happening June 5th at 583 Park in NYC. The Women of Impact Summit is a convening of industry leaders that recognize the vital role women play in making sustainable and measurable impacts—professionally, personally and philanthropically. 64% of annual charitable donations are made by women with donations including monthly gifts, event support, leadership

Chair of Board of Directors of Delivering Good Andrea Weiss and President and CEO, Delivering good, Matthew Fasciano

Photo courtesy of KnitWell Group’s New York Office

level giving and longer-term planned gifts. Women are investing in solutions that create change. This generosity and giving power make them an incredibly influential and impactful demographic when it comes to driving change both personally, in their communities and professionally, by leading the use of business to create social and environmental impacts.

This year’s Women of Impact Summit will bring together a community of influential female leaders working to empower the next generation of women. Speakers include Cynthia Rowley, Fern Mallis, Stephanie Piimauna, Susan Jurevics, Heather McIntosh and DJ Hesta Prynn. This gathering of champions of change will share powerful stories of professional achievement, the use of business as a force for good and how they are paying their success forward through the cultivation and empowerment of a new generation of leaders.

Tickets, sponsorship information and additional details about the Women of Impact Summit can be found at www.delivering-good.org.

Looking to the Future

At the beginning of 2022, Delivering Good underwent a search for new leadership and mid-year, Matthew Fasciano was brought on as the new president and CEO, bringing with him more than 30 years of experience working in service of others. “From day one, I was impressed with the mission and history of Delivering Good and I wanted to be part of the incredible impact it has on the lives of so many people in their times of need. That impact was brought to life during a distribution of children’s clothing and other merchandise on a hot day just outside of Nashville. The line to receive products was long, and while I understood the need, seeing and hearing from the people on that line first-hand made it real for me,” said Matthew Fasciano, president and CEO of Delivering Good. He added, “we met a mother who had recently lost her husband and couldn’t afford clothes for her children, and another who spoke about being able to pay for her medication because of the items she received for her children that day. Hearing about the choices people make and seeing their gratitude at receiving new items that would likely be out of their reach was humbling and motivating. Uplifting people and providing not only the things they need, but the dignity that is included when those things are new, is what Delivering Good is all about. Growing that impact and doing even more for these individuals and

families is why I’m here.”

Two years into his tenure, Fasciano has expanded Delivering Good’s position as an effective platform for companies seeking a one-stop ESG solution and is setting a vision for increasing Delivering Good’s impact for the people they serve through capacity building initiatives that will strengthen their distribution network of community partners so they can do even more good with the products they receive.

Learn more about Delivering Good and the opportunities for companies and individuals to get involved at www.delivering-good.org.

President and CEO of Delivering Good Matthew Fasciano providing aid through Delivering Good

Photo Courtesy of Delivering Good

President and CEO, Delivering Good Matthew Fasciano, Andrea Weiss, Chair of Board of Directors , Associate Council, Board of Directors and Staff

Photo Courtesy of KnitWell Group’s New York Office

Photos courtesy of Jack Victor

Photo Courtesy of Delivering Good

EDERA EYEWEAR:

SETTING A NEW STANDARD IN MINIMALIST ELEGANCE

Australian brand, Edera Eyewear, creates designer sunglasses that stand out as much on the catwalk as they do in everyday life. With high-end minimalism, these eywear styles display an uncompromising aesthetic.

Made for individuals who admire quality accessories comprising of a visual texture, color and minimal branding, Edera Eyewear is the work and determination of Founder and Creative Director Kelly Battisti, who uses architectural influence and her passion for fashion. Battisti started exploring her attraction to design while balancing her life as a mother of four children, having begun designing sunglasses three years ago. “I wanted to create a beautiful product that would touch people all over the world,” she expressed. Edera sunglasses are true haute couture accessories at affordable prices. Based and designed in Sydney, Australia, the brand has quickly made a name for itself in the fashion industry with its bold designs.

A journey between architecture, fashion and personality.

For its first collection entitled Romanticism, Edera Eyewear offers nine styles available in 29 colors. From delicate lines to textures, Battisti incorporated her love of architecture into every detail of her designs. Inspired by fashion trends and encounters during her numerous travels, she designed sunglasses to suit specific personalities. Juliet, with its “aviator” shape, appeals to both men and women who love vintage elements in a modern wardrobe. A more classic style, Elio enhances urban looks with its square and thick frame. As for the Margaux oval sunglasses, they appeal to strong and colorful characters.

The excellence of sunglasses handcrafted and designed in Australia.

Battisti selected ultra-innovative materials to make Edera sunglasses. Her Italian origins naturally attracted her to Mazzucchelli cellulose acetate, one of the most sought-after materials in global eyewear due to its shine, lightness and resistance. All Edera frames are equipped with Zeiss lenses, which provide optimal protection against UV rays. These designer accessories stand out from the crowd, enhancing every style and adapting to every occasion. Embodying elegant simplicity, luxurious quality and sought-after style, Edera Eyewear sunglasses are a must-have fashion accessory, complimentary to any outfit.

Photo courtesy of Atelier Bianca

Photos courtesy of Edera Eyewear

Hilos Presents Studio OS Highly Unique. Highly Functional.

By Penelope Herrera

At Milan Design Week, Hilos unveiled a new product creation platform to the public: Studio OS—the first generative design software to leverage AI models trained on 3D footwear, turning concepts into wearable realities with uncompromising speed, flexibility and control. This is the first non-computer-aided design (CAD) on a 3D design platform to turn sketches and inspiration into real products powered by Hilos. Empowered creatives across the skill spectrum can rapidly iterate ideas with smart and intuitive workflows, transforming those sketches, text prompts, or moodboards into the 3D CAD models ready for manufacture.

Studio OS is for both established brands and retailers as well as factory partners and independents. Lines developed on Studio OS can be sampled and made across Hilos’ supply chain partners or integrated with one’s factory floor. Notably, Studio OS can detect and separate shoe parts into distinct layers, allowing granular control and regeneration at the component level. From prompt to product, wearables are launched into market in as little as 90 days and produced on-demand using sustainable methods.

This chapter of Studio OS comes naturally after the launch of Hilos Studio at Art Basel Miami in 2023. The Hilos Studio platform allows independent brands and designers to achieve a product range from technical outdoor to highheeled luxury with minimum order quantities (MOQs) of 100 pairs. Los Angeles-based brand Unknown Union and London-based Ancuta Sarca, launched products that showcased innovations such as leather-wrapped 3D parts and flexi-rigid printed polymers—all within ten weeks.

At Alcova, during Milan Design Week, Hilos premiered a collection of never-beforeseen products made with Studio OS at the extraordinary 19th century Villa Bagatti Valsecchi. The exhibit occupied a space of

fantasy where digital and physical worlds met head-on across a ceremonial red carpet. In the exhibit, shoes emerged from giant sand dunes of raw material, evoking the tephra fall from active volcanoes. A double arch colonnade bifurcated the room, with the back-of-house space inspiring more technical curiosity through craft and play. Attendees were encouraged to touch and interact with objects and materials, being the first to test drive Studio OS.

In alignment with the exhibit for Milan Design Week, Hilos hosted a salon with European design and architecture icons to discuss cooperative intelligence and evolutionary design. Speakers included Carlo Ratti, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) professor and organizer of the Venice Biennale; Arturo Tedeschi, author, computational designer and AI expert; James Carnes, Hilos’ chief of staff; former VP of strategy and innovation at Adidas and David Plaisant, freelance journalist, writer and podcaster as the moderator.

Ratti put it eloquently, “AI requires a huge amount of energy, and we have to really weigh the value versus the cost in social applications.” Tedeschi remains optimistic about how institutions will adapt, seeing AI as providing more potential answers to a problem without necessarily taking humans out of the loop when making decisions. “We have to learn how to ask the right questions if we’re going to get valuable answers,” Carnes said. All of the icons agreed that the data sets’ informing models need a lot more transparency, and that dialogue is now more important than ever.

Hilos is helping shape the society of now. “Supply chains today are slow, wasteful and expensive, fundamentally at odds with human creativity and a sustainable footprint. We have the opportunity to build the next global supply chain—one that allows for local, high craft, zero waste manufacturing, empowering a creative economy without waste while reinvigorating

our own neighborhoods and communities,” said Elias Stahl, CEO and co-founder of Hilos.

Hilos leverages a network of printers across California, Michigan and Europe to print products on-demand and in-market. In 2022, the company did a case study with Yale University evaluating their environmental impact. The study showed that their technology can cut carbon emmissions in half and water usage by 99%. Zero-waste manufacturing technologies like powder bed printing, drove over 20% of carbon reductions on their own.

Technology is powering a new future craft and the future of footwear. Stahl mentioned that for Portland specifically, Oregon state lawmakers recently approved phase one funding for $125 million. The funding is for the “Made in Old Town” development project which will build a green manufacturing campus for footwear and apparel in the center of Portland’s Old Town district. “As a core partner in this effort and one of the technologies fueling, reshoring and urban sustainable manufacturing, this cluster embodies our collaborative approach to reinventing supply chains together with the American city.” Stahl added, “In broader terms, we can choose whether technology elevates craft and empowers creativity, or whether it obscures the human touch. We believe that the purpose of technology is to make us more human, to empower craft for this century of manufacturing and to bring us closer to creativity and the human hand. Hilos will be the creative platform for the future of craft.”

Studio OS will first be available to the Hilos community of designers and developers through the hilos.app and its accompanying discord community. The community is encouraged to participate since Hilos actively wants to build Studio OS with and for their community before rolling it out to their partners in Spring 2025.

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SKECHERS ANNOUNCES GLOBAL FOOTWEAR PARTNERSHIP WITH JOHN DEERE

Nothing Runs Like a Deere—including the new Skechers x John Deere footwear collection. Skechers, The Comfort Technology Company and John Deere, the iconic American brand with its signature leaping deer logo, are joining forces to expand the work, outdoor and fashion industries worldwide with a co-branded professional and lifestyle offering. The footwear collection, hitting stores in July 2024, is designed for agricultural professionals, construction workers, outdoor enthusiasts and trendsetters—all seeking top-of-their-field brands that offer the latest innovations.

“Skechers x John Deere is the union of two trusted American brands—bringing their appeal, their technologies, their style—all to deliver comfort that performs to millions who need and want it,” said Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers. “As the country’s number one work footwear brand, this new offering is a natural for us, but Skechers x John Deere also epitomizes the outdoors and fashion for millions of followers and fans. From specialty boutiques and leading department stores to work retailers, we plan to hit the ground running with the pinnacle of distribution around the world, as John Deere is best in class—a highly recognized and valued name with tremendous untapped potential for the greater market.”

Greenberg added, “We’ve worked in close collaboration with John Deere’s team to ensure that our offering meets consumers’ needs, from our advanced technologies to durable designs emblazoned with their iconic colors. This collection will serve many demographics looking to add the Deere brand to their shoe collection and we’re confident that Skechers x John Deere will build a devoted following across work, fashion and the street.”

Designed with sturdy construction and upgraded with premium and waterproof materials as well as protective features like PoronXRD metatarsal protection, the new men’s collection offers function and fashion, pairing Deere’s rugged durability with Skechers’ legendary comfort, style, innovation, quality and value. The initial line will include patented Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins Technology, Skechers Arch Fit Technology and Skechers Relaxed Fit Technology. Children’s styles will feature kid-friendly innovations such as Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam and machine washable technology.

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POLYBION’S CELIUM CULTIVATED CELLULOSE: NOW GLOBALLY AVAILABLE

Polybion unveils the worldwide market debut of Celium, marking a significant milestone for the company and bringing biomaterials a step closer to becoming a widely accessible choice for large-scale consumer applications. With the operational success of its pioneering bacterial cellulose manufacturing facility in Central Mexico, Polybion sets a new standard in the production of Celium Premium Cultivated Cellulose. The solar-powered plant is a testament to years of dedicated iteration, research and development, with a production capability poised to meet the increasing demand for next generation materials.

Celium is grown by feeding bacteria with agroindustrial fruit waste. It is a unique fabric that offers a sustainable approach and forward-thinking aesthetics to designers and material engineers. It can be dyed, embossed and tanned with chromium-free formulations using existing infrastructure, which allows for a lower negative impact to the environment than traditional fabrics. Due to its inherent biological composition, Celium possesses a character of its own, it refuses to be confined by the imitations of existing materials. Instead, it emerges as a new fabric with self-defining aesthetics. It offers a leather like feel, boasting unique properties tailored for fashion, sportswear and automotive applications.

With its official availability to the general public, Polybion’s Celium is set to create an entirely new category, not just to serve as a mimic of leather or another form of plastic like most alternatives to leather in the market. The launch is complemented by the introduction of the Celium Swatch Sampler, a curated collection designed to inspire and enable designers and material engineers to explore the vast potential of this material. The Sampler showcases the fabric’s remarkable versatility, showcasing a spectrum of possibilities. From vibrant marbled patterns achievable only with bacterial cellulose to timeless classic tones, it underscores the material’s adaptability for diverse applications.

With biology related hurdles solved at scale, Polybion finally unveils its landmark material, marking a pivotal moment in the widespread adoption of Premium Cultivated Cellulose for consumer product applications, empowering more brands to adopt low carbon materials into their product categories.

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SOORTY AND DECODE UNVEIL TWOTA:

A CONTEMPORARY ODE TO THAYAHT’S VISION OF INCLUSIVE FASHION

Soorty, a leading denim manufacturing powerhouse committed to sustainable practices, announced its collaboration with zero waste designer Decode to present TwoTa—a modern reinterpretation of the iconic jumpsuit, inspired by the visionary work of Italian futurist artist Ernesto Michahelles, famously known as Thayaht.

Soorty is a family of engineers and designers who are passionate about creating denim that makes people look and feel good by imbuing its core values of innovation, design and sustainability. Believing that sustainable denim needs to be manufactured at scale, Soorty is using its comprehensive vertically integrated infrastructure spanning Pakistan, Turkey and Bangladesh to do just that. The company offers Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified production in cost-leading countries Pakistan and Bangladesh, a co-creation development facility in the hub of denim innovation Turkey and design centers in the denim fashion hubs of the world—New York and Amsterdam. Soorty is also the only company to have LEED Platinum and Cradle2Cradle Gold certifications across both its denim fabric mill and garment factory, a testament to its commitment to the circular economy and mass sustainable production. The company has developed a strong foothold in European and U.S. markets, producing for high street, as well as premium brands in these regions.

In 1920, amidst the winds of change sweeping across post-war Europe, Thayaht revolutionized the fashion landscape with his innovative design, the jumpsuit—or as he coined it, the “TuTa.” Rooted in necessity, creativity and a spirit of inclusivity, Thayaht’s jumpsuit transcended elitist fashion norms, embodying simplicity and accessibility for all. Drawing inspiration from this timeless legacy, Soorty and Decode have united to craft TwoTa, infusing it with the contemporary ethos of sustainability and zero waste. Through this partnership, homage is paid to Thayaht’s pioneering vision while advancing responsible manufacturing practices for the modern era.

TwoTa is more than just a garment; it’s a testament to Soorty and Decode’s commitment to sustainability, inclusivity and honoring the heritage of Italian fashion. Utilizing Soorty’s best-selling authentic character denim fabric, Splash ZWW Classic Blue—a blend of the Soorty Organic Cotton Initiative (SOCI) and Second Life Post-Consumer Waste organic and recycled cotton—every stitch embodies dedication to eco-consciousness. By employing state-of-the-art Zero Waste Water technology for dyeing and finishing, water usage is reduced by an impressive 90%, setting new standards for environmental stewardship in the fashion industry.

Decode’s expertise in zero waste design further elevates TwoTa, with a meticulously engineered pattern that minimizes fabric wastage without compromising on style or comfort. The result is a garment that not only honors Thayaht’s vision of color choice and vibrancy, but also champions sustainability at every stage of its creation.

As TwoTa is unveiled, all are invited to join in celebrating a new chapter in the story of the jumpsuit—a chapter defined by sustainability, inclusivity and a reverence for the pioneering spirit that continues to inspire us all.

Photos courtesy of Soorty

Sometimes, I push to achieve a specific goal, and something I do not desire happens. My motivation and momentum start leaking like air out of a balloon. Then, disappointment and frustration set in. We might feel like our battery is about to die for many reasons; perhaps we piled our plates too high and felt stressed and overwhelmed. Maybe what we are working towards may be too challenging or needs to be more—or we no longer desire what we once vigorously sought. Have you experienced similar thoughts and feelings?

In our next group of articles (yes, I love a series), I will share how to choose goals that recharge us and result in professional growth and success. Notice that I used the word choose. First, we select, then qualify, and if our objective meets specific qualifications, we choose it. Too often, the second step of qualifying a goal is overlooked. Have you ever gone after goals that seemed right but went wrong? Frequently, the reason was this missing element.

Three subtle yet significant components to qualifying a goal are InterAction, InterMingle and InterPlay. InterAction examines a proposed goal through the lens of current goals and what is happening in our lives. InterMingle surveys the level of complexity between objectives. InterPlay analyzes the goal from a futuristic point of view. Collectively, the insight gained from these three viewpoints empowers us to choose the right goal at the right time.

InterAction Between Goals

A former client was considering joining a local board that had approached her because her

HOW TO CHOOSE GOALS THAT LEAD TO SUCCESS

by Donna Johnson-Klonsky, MBA

granddaughter loved the organization’s services. Her role as vice president of a large company was demanding, and she was seriously contemplating pursuing a graduate degree. After coaching her through qualifying her goals, she realized that taking on a new board member position could compromise her other goals.

“Saying YES means saying NO” —Donna JohnsonKlonsky

Before diving in, contemplate how the new goal will interact with your current professional and personal goals. Also, make sure you consider work-life balance and overall well-being. If your schedule is already bursting at the seams, decide what to let go of or which deadlines can be extended. Yes, I know, easier said than done! As I write this article, I struggle to comprehend and complete assignments for two concurrent, credited professional development courses. Like you, I am a work in progress.

InterMingle Between Goals

Think about what types of challenges come with your current goals. Some may already be juggling several challenging objectives, ignoring their comfort zone. There are those who believe the only way to get ahead is to simultaneously tackle “hard, harder and hardest” goals. Yes, that tactic tends to springboard you forward faster but too often, burnout will surface and jeopardize performance. Choose something you can pursue with fewer demands on your time and energy and longer-term deadlines.

On the other hand, you may be handling numerous aspirations within your comfort zone. If you continually pick safe goals, your professional growth can be stifled. Consider adding a goal that involves stepping outside your comfort zone. It should highlight areas you need to strengthen as well as growth opportunities.

InterPlay Between Goals

Sometimes, we follow a previously mapped course

without investigating recent industry changes. Before we choose our new goal, we should reconsider unexplored pathways and alternative ways of entry. Is growth or decline anticipated? Although technology has always been a game changer, it transforms at the speed of light today. Reflect on whether what’s projected for the future in your field aligns with your desired experience.

Besides changes in your industry, how have you changed? Tune in and listen intently to your inner thoughts and emotions. Substitute a few “must and should’’ with “want and could.” Do not focus exclusively on money, status and other tangible rewards. What type of leader do you want to be? What kind of work will bring you inner joy and contentment? Every destination has a midpoint and intersections. It does not have to be all or nothing. Choose a goal that will allow you to play between realistic and rejuvenating—an objective with enough elasticity and flexibility to embrace multiple destinations and opportunities for selfexpression.

In conclusion, InterAction, InterMingle and InterPlay are three components required to qualify and choose the right goal. InterAction reminds you to consider current goals, worklife balance and well-being. InterMingle invites collaboration between challenging and less complex objectives. InterPlay encourages you to reevaluate whether previously selected goals are still relevant and meaningful, leaving room for unexplored pathways and new ways of doing things. Together, these elements help you to avoid uninspiring or outdated dreams and burnout and, at the same time, nourish goals that build a bridge to your future success.

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Shavuot: The holiday of Shavuot marks the giving of the Torah by G-d to the entire Jewish people. This occurred on Mount Sinai over 300 years ago. The imparting of the Torah and biblical commandments was more than just a historical date. It was a far-reaching spiritual event that touched the essence of all Jewish souls for all of time. On Shavuot, the Jewish people—Am Yisrael—agreed to adhere to the commandments of the Torah. Every year, Shavuot is a special time for us to strengthen our unique relationship with G-d.

What is the Torah? The Torah is comprised of two parts—the written law and the oral law. The written Torah contains the Five Books of Moses, the Prophets and the Writings. The oral law explains and clarifies the written law. The Torah describes the creation of the world by G-d, and expounds on the 613 mitzvot, G-dly commandments for the Jewish people. G-d also dictates seven Noahide Laws for all other nations and religions.

The Hidden Dimension: Contrary to popular opinion, it was not just the “Ten Commandments” that the Jewish people received on Mount Sinai. The G-dly revelation encompassed every dimension of the Torah, including the deepest mystical secrets of the Jewish religion. Throughout most of our history, this esoteric dimension of the Torah was studied only by a select few. However, when the spiritual awareness that had been prevalent in Biblical times gradually gave way to ignorance

SHAVUOT “THE HIDDEN DIMENSION”

By Rabbi David Laine

and despair, our sages began to promulgate these profound teachings. This helped to kindle the spark of Judaism that lay dormant in the hearts of the layman. Our sages explained the inner dimension of the Torah in practical, understandable terms. Spiritual concepts that had once been obscure were imbued with new light and relevance! Mitzvot, G-dly commandments that once seemed rote and ritualistic, became vibrant alive and full of significance.

Ten Commandments: These ten commands range from the highest and most refined concepts of the belief in the oneness of G-d to the most basic laws which every society has found necessary to enforce, i.e. no killing, no stealing.

1) I am the L-rd your G-d who took you out of the land of Egypt.

2) You shall have no other gods before Me.

3) Do not take the name of the L-rd your G-d in vain.

4) Remember the Sabbath to keep it holy.

5) Honor your father and mother.

6) Do not commit murder.

7) Do not commit adultery.

8) Do not steal.

9) Do not bear false witness.

10) Do not covet what your neighbor has.”

The Legacy: At Mount Sinai, G-d inquired as to who would be the Guarantors of the Jewish faith. And from all the leaders, prophets and sages of that generation, it was the CHILDREN that G-d chose as guarantors. The inherent and non-judgmental belief in G-d that our children possess will be the deciding factor in the perpetuation of our glorious heritage. Educating our children is imperative—for it is they that will ultimately transmit and uphold our Jewish legacy and traditions.

Wishing You A Happy Shavuot Holiday!

Cheesecake Recipe For Shavuot:

Graham Cracker Crust

18 double graham crackers

2/3 cup margarine, softened

1/3 cup sugar

Filling

1 pound cream cheese

3/4 pound cottage cheese

2 eggs

1 1/2 cups sugar

1/4 tsp. Salt

2 1/2 Tbsps. cornstarch

1 1/4 cups sour cream

3/4 cup milk

1 tsp. vanilla extract

Use: 9 x 13 inch pan

Yields: 20 servings

Graham Cracker Crust: Crush graham crackers in blender until finely ground. Place crumbs in a large bowl. Add margarine and sugar and combine well. Press firmly into pan on sides and bottom. Preheat the oven to 350°.

Filling: Beat cream cheese and cottage cheese together until smooth. Add eggs and beat until blended. Combine sugar, salt and cornstarch with cheese mixture. Add sour cream, milk and vanilla. Blend well. Pour filling slowly into the crust. Bake for one hour. Turn the oven off and allow the cake to cool in the oven for about one hour.

Serve chilled

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There’s a lot of luxury this month—and more than a little joy for those with sweet tooths!

All About Apparel and Accessories

Lifestyle brand Frame has renovated its longterm pop-up space on Madison Avenue into a permanent store. Vuori’s third location in New York City will be at 120 Fifth Ave., opening this fall. Goyard is relocating its U.S. offices and store from East 63rd Street to 699 Madison Ave. next year.

Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, New Jersey, has been busy. Foot Locker Inc. unveiled its new retail concept that delivers an elevated shopping experience and unrivaled customer service at its store there, while JCPenney opened a new store, relocating from Wayne Town Center.

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The VIP suite will feature multiple private spaces with their own dressing rooms, an upscale lounge area with plush furnishings, curated art and a private kitchen. The opulent ambience will allow guests to explore the latest fashions from luxury brands in privacy and comfort. The VIP Suite will host private events, as well as offer personalized service and curated customer experiences. This multimillion-dollar suite is expected to open later

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By Debra Hazel, president and CEO, Debra Hazel Communications

this year in the heart of the center’s luxury wing, The Adirondacks District.

Wining and Dining

London-based coffee café WatchHouse has come to the U.S. at 660 Fifth Ave. Jocelyn Guest and Erika Nakamura, the two women who founded and operate the popular Due Madri eatery at Market 57, will create a second location at an existing kiosk located in the public plaza outside the 535 Madison Ave. office tower in the Plaza District.

Sopo, a New York-based, Korean barbecuethemed, fast casual restaurant chain, will be opening a location at 463 Seventh Ave. this fall. Sugo, a new restaurant specializing in pizza and high-quality Italian food, has come to Springfield Avenue Marketplace at 204-234 Springfield Ave. in Newark, New Jersey. Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is taking a second location in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, at 136 Franklin St.

Home Sweet Home

Floor & Décor has opened its first store in New York City at Liberty Bklyn, 850 Third Ave. in Sunset Park. The 129,000-square-foot warehouse-format store is on the second floor of the complex and replaces Buy Buy Baby and Bed Bath & Beyond, which closed after the company’s bankruptcy. The 230th store in the chain, it also is much larger than the typical 70,000 square feet found elsewhere.

The store is open seven days a week with extended hours from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. and serves both homeowners and the construction trade. Available are free design appointments for all customers, a loyalty and rewards program for construction professionals and flat-rate delivery to apartments, homes and job sites within a 60-mile radius.

California Dreamin’

San Francisco’s sustainable apparel brand Amour Vert plans to relocate to the Los Angeles area and will open several stores in the region in the next year, reports Women’s Wear Daily. Bulgari debuted one of its largest stores in the U.S., featuring a lounge where shoppers can enjoy light snacks and

beverages at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. Blo Blow Dry Bar has secured a multi-unit agreement that will mark the brand’s debut in Orange County, California. Three bars will be coming to the market with the first slated to open this summer at 4370 Katella Ave. in Los Alamitos.

More than a century in as a luxury location, Beverly Hills, California announced an influx of new retail and restaurants, in addition to much-anticipated hospitality and residential developments. On the food and beverage front, visionary chefs including Daniel Boulud and Evan Funke have made their first foray, joining the likes of Wolfgang Puck, Curtis Stone, Nobu Matsuhisa and Kazunori Nozawa. Meanwhile, global luxury companies like Hudson Bay Company (owner of Saks Fifth Avenue) and investment group Centric Brands (Favorite Daughter, Joe’s Jeans) are breathing new life into the destination’s long-renowned retail landscape.

In the U.S.

American design house Schumacher opened a showroom and boutique at 301 East Blvd. in Charlotte, North Carolina. The location includes a traditional to-the-trade showroom experience exclusively for interior designers as well as a separate luxury shop for designers and design aficionados alike to source smaller items. Garage, a banner of Canada’s Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) and a Gen Z fashion retailer, announced the opening of its 100th store in the United States at Arrowhead Mall in Glendale, Arizona. Specialty candy retailer It’Sugar is now at Bayside Marketplace at 401 Biscayne Blvd. in the heart of Miami. The new store spans over 16,000 square feet across two floors. Also in Florida, Brunello Cucinelli debuted its third store in the state, at 139 Northeast 39th St. in Miami’s Design District.

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The June edition of Atlanta Apparel presents a full slate of notable exhibitors in key categories—accessories, game day and Autumn/Winter 2024—augmented by a reimagined on-site experience with full-day market activations, daily brand-sponsored giveaways and hallmark Atlanta Apparel events. The market runs June 4-7 at AmericasMart Atlanta.

“Buyer and exhibitor experience is the bread and butter of what we do at Atlanta Apparel, and we are excited to expand upon on-site offerings that not only enhance the market experience, but also provide more time to shop,” said Caron Stover, Andmore senior vice president of apparel.

Notable Offerings Highlight Atlanta Apparel Resources

This June, Atlanta Apparel will showcase over 3,200 brands across permanent showrooms and temporary exhibits, with both new and key names showcasing in top June categories.

New to this market, Atlanta Apparel presents one new permanent showroom—StacyKnowsClothes (contemporary)—alongside seven new temporary exhibits—Elle Grey (loungewear), By Jenna Lee (handbags), Halara (loungewear), Handbag Express (handbags), Lake Lady (contemporary), Miss Love (young contemporary) and The Andi’s List (boutique display resources). In addition to the new brands, six notable ones return to Atlanta Apparel after a hiatus for its June edition: Cora’s Den (accessories), Dash Forward (graphic tees), Emory Park (young contemporary), Pretty Garbage (young contemporary), Soda (shoes) and Very G (shoes).

Notable exhibitors are showcasing in key June categories across over 800 combined temporary exhibits and permanent showrooms. Game day exhibitors include: All That Glitterz, Cola Stacks, Dash Forward, Duo Threads, Jane Marie, Le Lis, Mary Square, Peach Love California, Prince Peter Collection, Queen of Sparkles, SM Trading, Stated Apparel, Taylor Shaye, Teleties, Timing, Town Pride, Tres Bien and What’s Hot. Accessories exhibitors include: Able, Brenda Grands, Brianna Cannon, By Jenna Lee, Chansuttpearls, Freyers Eyewear, Golden Stella, Inspire Designs, Julie Vos, Linny Co, Lost and Found Jewelry, Mignonne Gavigan, Sorrelli, Teleties, The Luxury Bee and Yochi.

Additional notable showrooms are: 8th Story (contemporary apparel), Camel Threads (accessories), Carole’s Collection (contemporary apparel), CK Showroom (contemporary apparel), Hobo (contemporary apparel), Mavi (apparel and denim), Paige (denim), Place Showroom (contemporary apparel), Queens Designs (accessories) and The Globe Showroom (apparel and accessories).

Additional notable temporary exhibits include: Chinese Laundry (shoes), Entro (young contemporary), Gretchen Scott (contemporary apparel), Hem & Thread (young contemporary), Jen &Co. (accessories), LiaBella (accessories), Matisse (shoes), Mudpie (apparel and accessories), Oliphant (contemporary apparel), Simply Southern (apparel and accessories), Skies Are Blue (young contemporary), TCEC (young contemporary), UmGee (young contemporary) and Zutter (contemporary apparel and loungewear).

Atlanta Apparel permanent showrooms will be open on six floors: 6 (fine jewelry), 7 (cash & carry), 8 (accessories and contemporary), 9 (contemporary men’s and women’s), 11 (contemporary and accessories) and 13 (children’s). Temporary exhibits are concentrated on four floors: 1 (young contemporary and cash & carry), 2 (accessories, premiere apparel and shoes), 3 (accessories and apparel) and 4 (young contemporary and contemporary). For a full list of brands exhibiting at Atlanta

Apparel, visit atlanta-apparel.com/exhibitor/directory.

In addition to anchor apparel resources in Building 3, many gift and home décor showrooms will be open during market in Buildings 1 and 2 to help buyers source a more diverse product mix. Multi-line gift showrooms, including Diverse Marketing, Daniel Richards, The Simblist Group, Two’s Company, Harper Group, Road Runners and more, will offer a wide range of collections from stationery to candles, tabletop décor and accessories. A complete list of participating open showrooms will be available on the show’s website in the coming weeks: https:// www.atlanta-apparel.com/Markets/atlanta-apparel/June.

At-Market Events Reimagined for June Edition

For its June edition, Atlanta Apparel has amplified its on-site festival-themed “JuneFest” buyer experience, with the introduction of fullday activations to provide more time to source, more daily brand-sponsored giveaways and hallmark Atlanta Apparel events.

On the first day of the market, Tuesday, June 4, buyers can learn about Atlanta Apparel brands in the first of three, full-day giveaway opportunities: Custom Button Down Embroidery with Timing and Lumiere in the Floor 4 Curated Gameday Lounge. Wrapping up the first day of buying, attendees and exhibitors are invited to celebrate market at the hallmark Atlanta Apparel Kickoff Party, with a Western twist, at 6 p.m. in the atrium, featuring the signature sip & spin, with Whistle Pig Whiskey and market-branded giveaways.

Also, on Tuesday, The Boutique Hub will host two at-market events: The Boutique Hub Market Tour: Game Day Edition at 11 a.m. in the curated game day lounge and The Boutique Hub Tour Reception Party at noon in the Boutique Hub Showroom on Floor 9.

On Wednesday, June 5, buyers can capture their market outfit-of-theday (OOTD) at the day-long fashion illustration station, located in the Floor 3 Curated Accessories Lounge. At 2 p.m. attendees can visit the Wendy Babchin Showroom for a bracelet giveaway.

Thursday, June 6, buyers can learn which color palettes best fit their wardrobe at the full-day Color Analysis Station in the Floor 5 Curated Autumn/Winter 2024 Lounge. From noon to 1 p.m., the Mid Market Soiree will engage the Floor 5 Buyer Resources center with complimentary cocktails, live music and custom Atlanta Apparel giveaways. At 2 p.m., attendees can visit the Liza Kim Showroom to receive a oneof-a-kind piece of jewelry.

As buyers and exhibitors wrap up selling on Friday, June 7, market attendees are invited to attend the Friday Live Happy Hour at noon, with mimosas and many opportunities to Go-Live with CommentSold.

Additionally, retailers can draw inspiration from Atlanta Apparel’s New & Now Installation in the registration lobby, showcasing products from new-to-market brands. For specific category inspiration, buyers can visit the three curated category lounges: Accessories on Floor 3, Game Day on Floor 4 and Autumn/Winter 2024 on Floor 5.

Hallmark market amenities include grab-and-go breakfast and coffee from Tuesday through Friday and daily new buyer orientation sessions led by Sarabeth Jackson, Andmore director of buyer services for apparel. Attendees can also take advantage of complimentary mid-morning and afternoon treats throughout the building. Other daily amenities include free breakfast, happy hours and more.

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DEBUTS NEW ON-SITE EXPERIENCE WITH MORE TIME TO SOURCE

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JENNA LEE

LAKE LADY

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DALLAS MEN’S SHOW AND PGA GOLF EXHIBITIONS ANNOUNCE SECOND COLLABORATION

Dallas Market Center and PGA Golf Exhibitions have announced a collaboration that will promote the summer edition of the Dallas Men’s Show and the PGA Buying Summit to attendees of the respective events.

The Dallas Men’s Show takes place July 27-29, 2024, at Dallas Market Center and will feature more than 700 brands of classic and contemporary apparel and accessories, golf apparel and accessories, outdoor apparel and accessories and footwear for leading retailers from coast to coast.

The 2024 PGA Buying Summit, July 29-31, returns to the Omni PGA Frisco Resort and PGA Frisco, the Home of the PGA of America, following last year’s highly successful launch event. More than 150 top and emerging golf brands meet with the industry’s most influential buyers at the threeday Summit which features open exhibit ballrooms, One2One buying appointments, a live fashion show and opening night reception, comprehensive educational programming, fun nighttime golf activations and networking events across the spectacular PGA Frisco campus.

Retail buyers registered for The Dallas Men’s Show will be welcomed into the PGA Buying Summit and vice versa. Each show will engage marketing communication to cross-promote the other event. Finally, at The Dallas Men’s Show an on-site activation will promote the Summit, and golf lifestyle apparel and accessories will be featured in the menswear fashion show and reception.

Exhibitor, event and registration details for the Dallas Men’s Show are available at DallasMarketCenter.com, and for the PGA Buying Summit at PGABuyingSummit.com.

Photos courtesy of Dallas Market Center

Intertextile Apparel

Ushers in 30th Anniversary on Back of International Buyer Surge

Following the recent Spring Edition’s doubling of international visitor numbers, which overall welcomed nearly 90,000 trade buyers from 116 countries and regions, the fair’s organizers are eager to build on that success for the upcoming Autumn Edition. Fueled by strong domestic and international reach, and with product zones that cater to varying sourcing requirements, the global apparel flagship is set to forge ahead for its anniversary, boosted by China’s burgeoning visa-free policy. Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics—Autumn Edition, is celebrating its three-decade milestone from August 27 to 29, 2024 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai).

In addition to visitors at the latest Spring Edition displaying significant purchasing intent, which saw a higher than usual 87% of international buyers returning on days two and three, overseas exhibitor numbers rose by 22.9%, with new exhibiting countries including Ethiopia, Indonesia, Peru, Singapore and Spain. Ms. Wilmet Shea, general manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, explained the fair’s ongoing significance to the industry, having stated, “From our first show’s modest offering of 123 exhibitors in 1995, Intertextile Apparel has gone from strength to strength, and we are eager to celebrate that this year. After strong visitor flows at our most recent Autumn and Spring Editions, and revitalized international business travel and sourcing appetite towards the country, exhibitors seeking to renew and expand connections will not be disappointed.”

Last November, the Chinese government extended its visa-free policy to include travelers from France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia. That policy was subsequently expanded to include ordinary passport holders from Austria, Belgium, Hungary, Ireland, Luxembourg and Switzerland. In order to help international and domestic visitors source efficiently, and for exhibitors to put themselves in the path of target buyers, key product zones at the upcoming show include Accessories Vision, Beyond Denim, Digital Printing Zone, Econogy Hub, Functional Lab, Premium Wool Zone, SalonEurope and Verve for Design.

Previous Autumn Edition’s exhibitors were pleased with the quality of 95,000 buyers exhibiting last autumn. Mr. Josh Lane, regional director of Far East of Holland and Sherry Asia, attested to the effectiveness of the fair for bridging business gaps, having shared, “China’s market is huge. We’ve been selling in this country for probably 20 years, but we are still just scratching the surface of its potential. Intertextile Apparel brings everybody together, which allows me to reach out to buyers efficiently from around China, as well as the rest of Asia. The Trend

Forum’s fabric designs and textures are a very useful market update for me.”

When visiting the previous Autumn Edition, Ms. Yi Chen, designer of Justin Allen Ltd, spoke highly of its various features. She said, “I listened to presentations from overseas trend and fashion experts, which provided us as designers with much unique, relevant inspiration. Intertextile Apparel is unmissable and is one of our most important channels to capture the latest fabric trends and pattern designs. There has been a significant increase in overseas exhibitors and I am very interested in the up-to-date designs and eco-friendly products, such as the recycled waste products from the Italy, Korea and Japan pavilions and the ‘All About Sustainability’ zone. This fair is the go-to place for innovative and sustainable fabrics.”

“We are very happy that more consumers are requesting transparency, resulting in more companies increasing their sustainability efforts,” said Autumn Edition exhibitor Ms. Rinoa Zong, marketing manager of Testex Shanghai. “Intertextile Apparel is Asia’s largest trade fair, with high internationality and a strong influence in the industry. The organizers did a very good job in gathering professional, good quality buyers. There is simply no other trade fair that can replace Intertextile Apparel.”

The fair is co-organized by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd; The Sub-Council Of Textile Industry, the cHINA council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) and the China Textile Information Center. It will take place alongside the Yarn Expo Autumn, Chic and PH Value at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). For more details about this fair, visit: www.intertextileapparel.com.

Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics—Autumn Edition will be held from August 27 to 29, 2024.

Other upcoming shows: Intertextile Shenzhen Apparel Fabrics June 5 to 7, 2024, Shenzhen

Intertextile Shanghai Home Textiles—Autumn Edition August 14 to 16, 2024, Shanghai

Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles and Textile Technologies

February 26 to 28, 2025, Ho Chi Minh City

Photos courtesy of Messe Frankfurt / Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics

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guest experience. Whether it’s a luxury hotel, a trendy restaurant, or a bustling resort, our team of experienced stylists will work closely with you to develop uniforms that capture the unique personality and style of your establishment,” said the Michael Andrews Bespoke team.

Also, as New York’s premier bespoke tailor, at Michael Andrews Bespoke, they have an unparalleled ability to assist costume designers in the production and execution of their creative vision. With their acquisition of Kozinn + Sons Merchant Tailors, one of the country’s leading theatrical costume manufacturers, they have added an industry luminary and his century-old pattern archive to Michael Andrews Bespoke’s already extensive capabilities. All patternmaking and final alterations are done on-site in their New York studio. All garment production is done in their own bespoke workshop under their direct supervision. As a result, garments can be turned around quickly and accurately at highly competitive rates.

A few of Michael Andrews’ hospitality partners include Scott Sartiano’s new steak house, Sartiano’s at The Mercer, Cecconi’s Dumbo, Twenty Three Grand at Modernhaus SoHo and Del Mar de Fabbio Trabocchi. The company’s ongoing work with Major Food Group (MFG) includes outfitting their front-of-house at Carbone, The Grill, Torrisi, Dirty French, ZZ’s Members Club and more. With a wide range of high-quality fabrics, including durable and breathable materials, Michael Andrews Bespoke can create uniforms that prioritize both comfort and durability. The company also offers a variety of customization options, including embroidery, logos and unique detailing, to add that extra touch of elegance and professionalism.

For Michael Andrews Bespoke’s latest drop, their essential Spring/Summer 2024 style staple is a sport coat crafted from a blend of wool, linen and silk, making it the perfect addition to anyone’s summer wardrobe. These blended jackets are the ultimate style in warm-weather luxury and versatility. Whether you’re attending a casual, outdoor gathering or a formal soirée, these summertime fabrics ensure you always look polished and refined. The linen component dominates with its lightweight and breathable qualities, keeping you cool even as temperatures rise. Silk adds a touch of luxury with its smooth texture and subtle sheen, enhancing the garment’s overall breathability and comfort. The wool in the blend ensures durability and a soft drape that maintains the shape and elegance of the blazer.

Embrace the warmer seasons with ease and sophistication with Michael Andrews Bespoke’s bespoke and made-to-measure blazers, uniquely designed for superior comfort and impeccable style.

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BRANDS TO WATCH AT PARAISO

MIAMI SWIM WEEK THIS SEASON

PQ Swim

PQ Swim is a cabana-chic swim and resort wear line founded and operated by Amber Delecce-Forge, a woman with over twenty-five years of industry experience. Raised in New Zealand, Hawaii and California, Amber’s upbringing inspired her love for the beach and resort lifestyle and her passion for designing the perfect swim and resort wear. The brand is infused with feminine sophistication and designed with worldly flare, representing a lifestyle that champions the luxury of conscious living and independence. PQ Swim will be introducing their newest collection, “Tropical Retreat,” this summer. Featuring their signature hand-cut scalloped lace in a variety of show-stopping colors, as well as specialty fabrics sourced from around the world which include textured gingham, soft French terry, metallic lurex and hand-woven macrame, every piece is designed to stand out. PQ can be found at www.pqswim.com, major U.S. department stores and at many specialty boutiques worldwide, including Everything But Water, Revolve, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Anthropologie and more. PQ Swim is available at Rakuten/ Merchant ID 52936.

Luli Fama

Luli Fama is a luxury swim and resort wear brand with impeccable designs and vibrant hues. They are dedicated to providing the perfect fit for different body types. Their factory is located in Colombia, where they have been refining their craftsmanship for over 30 years. They use only top-quality European fabrics and high-end materials for all of their products. Luli Fama will showcase its newest collection, “La Vida Miami,” during Miami Swim Week 2024. The collection is inspired by Miami’s luxurious and chic lifestyle and features 40 stunning looks in shades of art deco pinks, aquas, bold jewel tones and gold. The resort wear collection comes in a variety of breezy styles made of viscose, poly satin and poly blend. The collection also includes Summer 2024 and Cruise 2025 lines, of which the majority will be readily available for purchase. However, a few Cruise collections are set to release in July. “‘La Vida Miami’ embodies the ‘Luli Babe’ boss lifestyle influenced by our citys’ confident energy. Miami is our playground and has inspired us now more than ever with its daring ambition, scenic views and beautiful people,” said Luli Hanimian, founder of Luli Fama. The brand’s pieces are available at www.lulifama.com, Luli Fama Lincoln Road, Luli Fama Las Olas, Luli Fama Doral, Revolve, Everything but Water and Nordstrom.

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Sigal

Sigal is a resort wear brand that exudes colorful Miami life and easy, breezy, tropical vacation vibes. Created by Venezuelan textile and fashion designer Sigal Cohen-Wolkowiez, Sigal empowers women to be themselves: bold, unapologetic and beautiful. More than just resort attire, Sigal merges the worlds of art and beauty with original, hand-painted prints in every piece of each collection, created by her work with watercolors. Each collection is sustainably developed in Colombia, delivering incredible handmade quality. Through a journey in textile design and fabrication, the collection reflects the diversity, the landscape and the lifestyle of Miami. The collection brings signature Miami sophistication to its wearer no matter where they are in the world.

Shan

Shan is a Montreal-based creator, manufacturer, distributor and retailer of couture swimwear, resort wear, ready-to-wear and high-end accessories for men and women created by Chantal Levesque. Shan was founded by Levesque in 1985 and her creative intuition and business knowledge has ensured the firm’s success and allowed her to earn an enviable place on the international scene in less than a decade. Shan offers an elegant, modern and refined look without compromising comfort and quality. Shan’s creations are available for purchase on its online store (https://www.shan.ca/) and at its seven stores across North America (four in Canada and three in the US—East Hampton, Palm Beach and Miami Beach). You can also find Shan at retail stores, including Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman and more.

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