Nordstrom Rack to open new stores in New York City, Baltimore, Portland, Bellevue

March 9, 2017

Nordstrom

Nordstrom has announced plans to open several new locations for its discount Nordstrom Rack retail chain. Here are the details:

New York City

A Nordstrom Rack will open in New York City’s Manhattan borough at the Durst Organization’s 855 Sixth Avenue, on the corner of 31st Street. The approximately 46,500-square-foot store is scheduled to open in fall 2017. Nordstrom Rack will occupy the first three floors of the newly constructed office/residential tower. It will be the second Nordstrom Rack store in Manhattan. The company has also announced plans to open a Manhattan flagship Nordstrom store in 2019.

Baltimore

Nordstrom Rack will open in 2019 at The Shops at Canton Crossing in Baltimore. The approximately 32,500-square-foot store  will be at 3501 Boston Street.

Portland, Oregon

A 28,000-square-foot Nordstrom Rack at Cascade Station in Portland, Oregon is scheduled to open in fall 2017. This will be the fifth Nordstrom Rack store in the Portland area. Portland is also home to the first stand-alone Nordstrom Rack store, which opened in Clackamas in 1983. The company also operates a full line stores at downtown Portland and Clackamas Town Center.

Bellevue, Washington

A 43,000-square-foot Nordstrom  Rack is set to open at the Lincoln Square Expansion in Bellevue, Washington, in fall 2017.   When it opens, the new store will be the eighth Nordstrom Rack in Western Washington. The company also operates six Nordstrom stores in the area: Downtown Seattle, Bellevue Square, Northgate, Alderwood, Southcenter and Tacoma Mall.

Sperry launches new shoe line Sperry 7 Seas

March 9, 2017

Sperry 7 Seas
Sperry 7 Seas (Photo by Magdalena Wosinska)

Sperry has launched a new shoe line called Sperry 7 Seas, an innovative new line of shoes built for exploration by land and sea.  According to a Sperry press release, Sperry 7 Seas is “an updated boat shoe design featuring 21st century technology that was developed in partnership with America’s Cup athletes.. When America’s Cup sailors, the best sailing athletes in the world, needed a footwear partner, they looked to Sperry, makers of the world’s first boat shoe. As the Official Footwear Supplier for Oracle Team USA and SoftBank Team Japan, Sperry designers created the Sperry 7 Seas Pro to meet the demanding needs of extreme sailing …

“Its new design elements provide beastly traction, fierce fit, and intense vent. Terrain traction pods and Sperry’s classic non-marking rubber outsole with Razor-Cut Wave-Siping assure superior grip. The 360° Lacing System, MocFit construction, and SeaBound integrated energy return system provide a fit that gives the wearer confidence in both sun and storm. Lastly, its hydrophobic mesh uppers with HydroPel technology and OmniVent construction ensure the shoe sheds water and dries quickly, providing intense ventilation when facing the elements. Comprised of four styles and 23 colorways, the collection retails for approximately $90 ( U.S. dollars) and is now available at retail and on Sperry.com.”

HydroChic introduces 2017 collection of swimwear and activewear for women with special health needs

March 7, 2017

 HydroChich's 2017 collection
A model wears an ensemble from HydroChich’s 2017 collection. (Photo courtesy of HydroChic)

HydroChic, an activewear brand that serves consumers outside the traditional market, has introduced its 2017 collection. The brand offers products such as swimwear and tops with mastectomy options, figure-flattering styles that cover the arms and legs, and flexible workout wear that provides compression without restricting movement. HydroChic’s durable, stretchable fabric also protects against sun damage with UPF 50+ protection and chlorine-proof fabrics. HydroChic offers more than 100 mix and match separates in missy and plus sizes to 4X.

Click here to take a look at the collection.

Eva Longoria launches her spring 2017 collection and previews fall 2017

March 7, 2017

Eva Longria
Eva Longoria wears the Malibu Halter Dress from her Spring 2017 collection. (Photo courtesy of Sunshine Brands)

Award-winning actress/producer Eva Longoria has unveiled has launched her fashion line Eva Longoria Collection, which is available on  EvaLongoria.com, her official website.

The Spring 2017 line of the collection offers modern styling, feminine details and effortless looks reflecting her unique personal style.  According to a press release, the collection debuts a variety of unique styling details including fit and flare, body-con, peplum and A-line shapes in dresses, blouse silhouettes with dramatic necklines and sleeve details, great fitting denim with power-sculpting features, novelty fashion knits, chic jackets, statement tee’s adding fun and humor to the collection, and wear to work separates. The brand is lifestyle driven and covers every customer’s end use.

Key colors within the collection emphasize classic navy, ranges of corals and red, grounded back to white, pale tones and nude, as well as feminine, understated prints adding dimension to the collection. Emphasis on comfort and stretch in the textiles and yarns were key.  Fabrics such as power knits, power Ponte, buttery knits, and 4 way stretch denim are incorporated in the collection.  The collection offers sizes ranging from from XS to XXL and 0-18 (and select styles are offered in petite sizing) at retail price points starting at $39 up to $159 (U.S. dollars).

Longoria commented in a statement, “I love working with great fabrics that are comfortable, soft to the touch, and feel good against the body,” says Eva.

Eva’s next collection for Fall 2017 is currently being showcased at the Sunrise Brands Showroom in New York City. The collection is on trend with lots of denim, military and menswear inspired looks and fashion dresses. Eva describes her collection as a blending of androgynous and femininity and explains the line incorporates new and exciting shapes and silhouettes.

2017 Academy Awards: Red Carpet Photos

Check out what these celebrities were wearing on the red carpet and who some of them brought as their dates.

 

 

Celebrity style: yellow ensembles

Celebrity style: women’s pantsuits

Celebrity style: stripes and plaids

Celebrity style: white ensembles

 

Celebrity style: gray ensembles

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