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Brand management and licensing firms continue to solidify their place in apparel M&A with Marquee Brands' acquisition of Stance the latest example.

#marqueebrands #stance #apparelacquisitions

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Brand Management Firms Tack on Win as Marquee Buys Stance
Marquee Brands is the latest brand management and licensing firm to strike a deal with its acquisition of San Clemente-based Stance.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:45 PM
LVMH scored another win on Rodeo Drive, with plan approval to breathe new life into the former Luxe hotel building by recasting it as a Tiffany & Co. flagship.

#rodeodrive #retail #beverlyhills #luxury #lvmh #tiffany&co
Another Rodeo Drive Flagship for LVMH with New Tiffany & Co.
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton's Tiffany & Co. flagship on Rodeo Drive is moving forward with the Beverly Hills Planning Commission approval this week.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Chrome Hearts to Add Brand DNA to Surfrider Hotel

The luxury label is now the owner of the Malibu property and has plans to infuse its brand into the hotel.

#chromehearts #surfriderhotel #luxury #hospitality #malibu

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Chrome Hearts to Add Brand DNA to Surfrider Hotel
Chrome Hearts buys Surfrider Hotel in Malibu for $37.5 million, with Laurie Lynn Stark confirming the property will be infused with the brand’s sensibilities.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Revolve, FWRD Scoop Up Market Share Amid Luxury's Woes

The fashion firm saw growth in its namesake and luxury divisions as it focuses on expanding its footprint into physical retail, company-owned brands and adding to the assortment on FWRD.

#revolvegroup #revolve #fwrd #retail #ecommerce #luxury
Revolve, FWRD Scoop Up Market Share Amid Luxury’s Woes
Revolve Group continues to cash in on its adept digital prowess with its Revolve and FWRD divisions notching gains in the third quarter.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Macerich Rides Big Wave with Flurry of Lease Deals

Details on what brands across retail segments are expanding and helping breathe new life into Macerich's properties.

#malls #retail #fashion #macerich
Macerich Rides Big Wave with Flurry of Lease Deals
Santa Monica mall operator Macerich continues to ride high as leasing activity drives its growth strategy via a mix of legacy and emerging retailers.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Paliskates Picks Up From Palisades Fire with Brentwood Store

The new location, across from the Brentwood Country Mart, will celebrate its grand opening with an event this month. The long-time skate shop also intends to rebuild in the Palisades.
#paliskates #skateshops #latretail #retail #brentwood
Paliskates Picks Up from Palisades Fire with Brentwood Store
Pacific Palisades skate shop Paliskates will reopen its doors in Santa Monica, with a new door located on 26th Street across from the Brentwood Country Mart.
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November 4, 2025 at 10:59 PM
Retail Newness: Glendale Galleria Lands New Urban Outfitters Concept

Elsewhere, Aspen boutique Kemo Sabe makes a big bid to expand its brand, while South Coast Plaza announces a wave of new stores for Holiday 2025.

#retail #glendale #urbanoutfitters #abercrombie #kemosabe #southcoastplaza
Retail Newness: Glendale Galleria Lands New Urban Outfitters Concept
Glendale Galleria sees a new Gen Z format from Urban Outfitters, Aspen boutique Kemo Sabe’s Abercrombie collab and more stores at South Coast Plaza.
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October 31, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Can Old Navy Beauty Make a Splash in a Competitive Category?

Details on the launch of an expanded assortment of beauty at Gap Inc.'s largest division by revenue.

#gapinc #oldnavy #oldnavybeauty #beauty #retail

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Can Old Navy Beauty Make a Splash in a Competitive Category?
Just days after the release of its Anna Sui collaboration, Old Navy revealed details of its Old Navy Beauty launch set for Fall 2025.
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October 30, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Another Revenue Decline at Vans Leaves Market Wanting More

Now over two years into its turnaround, Vans hasn't made it back to growth. That's leaving some to ask for more visibility on timing.

#vfcorp #vans #footwear #skate #actionsports

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Another Revenue Decline at Vans Leaves Market Wanting More
Vans revenue fell again as VF Corp. says the Costa Mesa footwear brand is on track. Some investors are looking for more specifics on turnaround timing.
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October 29, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Revolve Group's portfolio of company-owned brands continues to expand. The latest launch is a ready-to-wear line designed by Sofia Richie Grainge, called SRG.

#revolvegroup #revolve #fwrd #SRG #rtw #retail

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Revolve Launches New Label by Sofia Richie Grainge
Revolve and Sofia Richie Grainge partnered to launch the new contemporary label SRG as the fashion firm expands its owned brand roster.
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October 16, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Carlsbad-based Fashionphile's business just got bigger with the announcement that it acquired Luxe Collective in a deal that pushes the company into the U.K.

#fashionphile #luxecollective #luxuryrecommerce #retail #mergers
Luxe Collective Bounces Back to Life After Fashionphile Acquisition
Fashionphile announced its acquisition of Luxe Collective in a deal marking its first expansion into the U.K. market as it eyes a broader push into Europe.
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October 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
LAPD recovered about $500K in stolen merchandise from Coolkicks' warehouse. The sneaker reseller said news the goods were stolen came as a "complete shock."

#coolkicks #retailtheft #streetwear #sneakers #nike

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LAPD Recovers $500K in Stolen Nike Shoes, Apparel from Coolkicks Warehouse
Coolkicks said the team was in “complete shock” after Los Angeles Police Department officials said some $500,000 in Nike goods was stolen.
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October 7, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Retail Newness: Fashionphile to Quadruple Row DTLA Footprint

Plus, Staud and Varsity Los Angeles link up on Melrose Place, and Naturium begins to dabble in retail with L.A. pop-up shops.

#laretail #retail #retailnews #melrose #dtla #rowdtla #fashionphile #staud #varsitylosangeles #naturium
Retail Newness: Fashionphile to Quadruple Row DTLA Footprint
Fashionphile expands and opens a flagship store at Row DTLA, Varsity links with Staud for a Melrose Place pop up and Naturium tries on physical retail.
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October 3, 2025 at 4:32 PM
LVMH's Over $900M in Rodeo Drive Real Estate Ushers in Age of the Big Box Boutique

The luxury boutique shopping experience is being taken to another level as experiential retail takes on a whole new meaning.

#beverlyhills #rodeodrive #louisvuitton #lvmh #retail
LVMH’s Over $900M in Rodeo Drive Real Estate Ushers in Age of the Big Box Boutique
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton's Louis Vuitton Beverly Hills flagship will redefine luxury shopping and bring in the big box boutique concept to Rodeo Drive.
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October 2, 2025 at 3:16 PM
NikeSkims to Launch with Kim Kardashian, Serena Williams in Big Ad Push

Seven collections totaling nearly 60 pieces and over 50 athletes comprise the new brand's launch as Nike looks to make major inroads for its women's business.

#nikeskims #nike #skims #activewear #retail
NikeSkims to Launch with Kim Kardashian, Serena Williams in Big Ad Push
Kim Kardashian’s Skims and Nike are set to launch the first collections of their NikeSkims brand with the help of Serena Williams, Chloe Kim and other athletes.
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September 23, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Retail Newness: #Ahlem moves in on Melrose Place, #Revolve tests Nashville and #Tenore plants a flag in Waikiki

#retail #laretail #melroseplace #thecottonshop
Retail Newness: Ahlem Moves in on Melrose | Vernon Proper
Ahlem has a new store on Melrose Place as Revolve tests into the Nashville market with Cotton Inc. Meanwhile, Pat Tenore's Tenore brand heads to Hawaii.
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September 21, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Gap Inc. pads its executive ranks as it looks to seize growth opportunities in beauty and accessories.

#gapinc #oldnavy #beauty #accessories #retail

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Reed Krakoff, John Demsey to Aid Gap Inc.’s Beauty, Accessories Ambitions
Gap Inc. brought on Deb Redmond, Michele Parsons, Reed Krakoff and John Demsey to help accelerate its growth in beauty and accessories.
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September 17, 2025 at 4:44 PM
RVCA Founder Pat Tenore's New Label Picks Waikiki for First Store.

The flagship at the corner of Kalakaua and Seaside avenues will celebrate its grand opening next weekend.

#tenore #rvca #actionsports #retail

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RVCA Founder Pat Tenore’s New Label Picks Waikiki For First Store
Pat Tenore, the founder of RVCA, and his new brand Tenore will enter brick-and-mortar with the company’s first-ever store in Honolulu’s Waikiki Shopping Plaza.
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September 16, 2025 at 10:00 PM
VF Corp. will sell its Dickies label for $600 million in a cash deal expected to be completed by the end of 2025

#vfcorp #dickies #bluestaralliance #brandmanagement #apparelacquisitions
Vans Parent VF Corp. Unloads Dickies in $600M Sale
After several months of speculation, Vans parent VF Corp. sold Dickies to Bluestar Alliance, parent of Off-White, Palm Angels, Hurley, Bebe and other brands.
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September 15, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Retail Newness: Khaite to Melrose Avenue, Jenni Kayne brings skincare line to Ojai and Les Tien sets up shop on 3rd Street.

#retail #laretail #melroseave #khaite #jennikayne #ojai #lestien #losangeles
Retail Newness: Khaite Expands to LA with Melrose Store
Khaite opened its first Los Angeles store and second on the West Coast on Melrose Avenue, while Jenni Kayne expanded her skincare line to the Ojai Valley Inn.
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September 13, 2025 at 9:26 PM