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Kicking off fashion week season with New York Fashion Week (#NYFW)! 🗽 Did you know that the very concept of fashion week as we know it today was born in New York? After Ruth Finley heard two writers being frustrated over overlapping events at Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman, she recognized the need to prevent scheduling conflicts among designers and introduced the Fashion Calendar - the blueprint for fashion weeks globally! ✨Discover more pivotal history moments of #NYFW in our highlight below. #FashionWeek #NewYorkFashionWeek 

Rick Owens' rise over the past 2 decades is eventful to say the least. Starting his career in the LA fashion scene, Rick Owens quickly became a force to be reckoned with. His breakthrough moment came when supermodel Kate Moss rocked one of his iconic leather jackets, catapulting him into the spotlight even further. Recognizing his talent, Rick Owens was awarded the prestigious Perry Ellis Award for Emerging Talent in 2002. This was just the beginning of his meteoric rise to the top. In 2003, he made a bold move and took his talents to the fashion capital of the world, Paris. As the creative director for Revvion, he continued to push boundaries and redefine the fashion landscape. Not one to rest on his laurels, Rick Owens also collaborated with Adidas, creating a collection that seamlessly blended high fashion with streetwear. This partnership was a game-changer, solidifying his status as a true visionary. Rick Owens' designs are not just clothes; they are works of art. His avant-garde aesthetic and fearless experimentation have influenced countless designers and continue to shape the future of fashion. #Fashion #Innovation #RickOwens #GameChanger #FashionIndustry #Partnership #BreakingNews

Amazing news for the Biltmore corridor! However, I’m curious where rental rates are going to land. Phoenix was typically seen as the affordable option on the national sphere when it comes to office space. However, we’re quickly growing out of that title - a double sided blade, especially with the market’s general outlook on office. More at the PBJ article below! #pbj #ccim #phxwc #officeleasing #officedevelopment

Looking toward her future, Business Management major Sharon Sanchez wants to start and manage her own fashion company. “I know I can't go straight into fashion, but I would like to learn more about the business-to-business aspect of the industry,” she explained. Her dream, she said, is to start a fashion line that embraces diversity and recognizes people of all cultures and ages. Read more about how she's making dreams a reality. https://brnw.ch/21wHehm #JMUGivingDay

Summary: A trip to Aéropostale as an adult revealed that many classic designs from the early 2000s were still on display, with the store maintaining its nostalgic ambiance. The brand seems to be holding onto an identity that may no longer resonate with today's teens, as evidenced by the preferences of Gen Z shoppers. Takeaway: Aéropostale's resistance to evolving with teen fashion trends may be contributing to its disconnect with Gen Z shoppers, who seem to prefer other brands like American Eagle and Forever 21. #Aéropostale #TeenFashion #GenZ #RetailTrends

Exciting news alert 🗞 SCHIAPARELLI steps into the sneaker game with a bold new creation! Our latest article explores the fusion of American comfort and French chic in Schiaparelli's debut sneaker. Dive into the world of fashion innovation here: https://lnkd.in/dgJh8J2C #luxuryfashion #sneakerculture #sneakercouture #couture

Starting your journey to launch a fashion brand can feel quite daunting, and overwhelming. Our head designer, Mia, is here to lend her expertise. With her invaluable guidance, she'll help you steer clear of common mistakes, making your road to success much smoother. 📍Coventry 📧 fabric@newwaveint.co.uk 🌐www.newwavefabrics.com _ #newwavefabrics #fabricsupplier #coventry #qualityfabric #fabricservices #FashionStartup #IndustryTips #ExpertAdvice #StartupJourney

Our Contributing Editor, Arianne (Ari) Obi , makes her debut on NIGHTSTAND SERVICE with a timely and crucial article shedding light on the recurring issue of racist blunders within the fashion industry, particularly prevalent during fashion week. One glaring example is the recent misstep by Egon Lab, whose 'invisible t-shirts' debacle featuring both black and white models ignited rightful outrage, emphasising the urgent need for thoughtful representation and messaging in our industry. Unfortunately, this is not an isolated incident. History is littered with instances where fashion brands have stumbled, often egregiously, on matters of race, ethnicity, and cultural appropriation. From Dolce and Gabbana's troubled past to H&M's regrettable misstep and Marni's recent controversy, the need for introspection and accountability within the industry has never been more apparent. So WHAT CAN BRANDS LEARN FROM THIS? 👽 Diversity need not be just on the runway or in campaigns, but in senior leadership. We know that fashion has a plague of white, male, directors, and this lack of diversity is reflected in senior leadership across the board. We need a myriad of perspectives in the boardroom to avoid errors like these, people’s whose voice and decision-making matters and can trickle down into entire organisations. 👽 Brands should test their campaigns on different types of audiences to ensure that their messaging is being clearly understood and is culturally aware. If necessary, they should adapt these for different platforms and local markets. 👽 Brands need to be accountable, proactive and self-aware, sometimes overly cautious to not make mistakes. This can have an impact on their reputation and revenue, especially if key audiences lie in emerging markets. 👽 Brands need to consider their audience. With Gen Z becoming the largest consumers and luxury whilst also prioritising liberal values, brands need to take a hard look at their choices to build trust and loyalty in their audience. Read here: https://lnkd.in/ePjfwbw2 #FashionIndustry #FashionWeek #EgonLab #MarketingInsights #FashionInsights #culturalsensitivity #NIGHTSTANDSERVICE #INDUSTRYBABY

So grateful that my work at unspun was recognized here, but I especially want to highlight the INCREDIBLE women (plural) at unspun and just a few of their superpowers: Zoya maps future adventures in the uncharted territories of Vega patterning. Tori connects product and software brains seamlessly.  Sofie makes perfect sense out of chaos and confusion. Shirley makes the customer experience noteworthy and smooth, all through her code. Sarah drives core progress forward on the daily. Russell creates industrial grade goods out of thin air. Michaela herds cats (nonstop project pieces) to deliver above and beyond. Mariska moves mountains to get the info needed for BCorp & LCA. Lucia propels brands into relevance. Keziah plays the part of empathetic human with authenticity. Kelsie flips from creative to fit guru on a dime. Kimly gets it done, whether subbing into the deep or building multiple Vega machines. Julianna sets a stellar example of thorough work and documentation. Joanne straddles boundaries between electrical engineering, technician work, and production with ease. Jo tames our feisty machines, making sure they’re under our firmware control. Jess generates impactful and meaningful partnerships. Estefania cultivates business and financial accountability and stability to foster impactful scaling. Elizabeth whips up anything you can dream of on Vega. Chyler rolls up their sleeves at every problem solving opportunity, with a smile. Brooke predicts risk and downfall that no one knew was even possible.  Annika turns brand visions to gold. Allison architects the mind-blowing controls systems moving Vega (literally). How lucky am I to work with these amazing women? 🤯