Today’s retailers are faced with as many challenges as there are opportunities when it comes to survival. The landscape has changed drastically in even just the last few decades. The rise of online shopping, mobile devices and giants like Amazon have shifted consumer behaviors and lead to a landscape that is more competitive than ever […]

The spring season is one that’s celebrated by many because it signifies renewed life, new opportunities, growth and – fun fashion. From light and airy fabrics to pastels and short sleeved tops – the spring season has something everyone enjoys in their wardrobe. This spring, predictions are calling for a strong season for retailers fueled […]

In most parts of the U.S., spring weather is quickly making its way in. Most of the population living in these areas are eager to get back outdoors and tired of the cold and snow. In New England in particular, this winter brought a deep freeze unlike any cold in recent years. Along with warmer […]

If you run a website that sells women’s accessories, your customers may vary significantly in terms of income. You therefore need to offer stylish merchandise that is also affordable. Many women love the look of designer handbags but cannot afford them. You can attract and retain customers by offering a variety of designer-inspired handbags on […]

If you run a store or website that sells clothing and accessories, you want to appeal to a wide range of customers. Teenagers are always trying to keep up with the latest fashions and frequently buy new items to add to their wardrobes. You can reach that market and increase your sales if you offer […]

Designer handbags often cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars. For many women, the prices of these handbags make them out of reach. If you operate a business that sells handbags, you want to have items in your inventory that are stylish and that a typical woman who doesn’t make a ton of money can […]

Every year, parents and college students spend billions of dollars on clothing and accessories as students prepare to head back to school. Instead of waiting for big sales at the end of the summer and making one large purchase, many people now look for sales all summer long. You can tap into this market by […]

Fashion designer Nicky Hilton released a book called “365 Style” and has collaborated with handbag and accessories brand Linea Pelle on a fall 2015 handbag collection called Nicky Hilton x Linea Pelle. The collection was debuted at the Coterie NY fashion trade show in New York City and will formally launch in September. Linea Pelle […]

Kate Spade Co. is positioning itself as a leader in the luxury handbag market. Sales rose by 30 percent from $192.7 million in the second quarter to $250.4 million in the third quarter and are expected to reach $1 billion by the end of the year. That led shares to rise by 21 percent. The […]

The Minneapolis Institute of Arts has just opened a new exhibit detailing the growth of the Italian fashion industry over the past seven decades. The exhibit, entitled “Italian Style: Fashion Since 1945” explains how Italy came to be a leader in the fashion world from the end of World War II to the present. In […]