Celebrate I Love Lucy with eShakt

On October 15^th, 1951 the first episode of the iconic show, “I Love Lucy,” aired. On this day there’s plenty to celebrate -  the impact Lucille Ball had on women in the arts, her influences on comedy as an art form and on women’s role in society - the list goes on.... And when we celebrate all these things about Lucy, we cannot forget that Lucy did it all in a fashionable fashion (and with a funny face of course)!

Although, she might not immediately come to mind when you think “fashion icon,” think about where your indelible association with 1950’s and polka dots comes from! 

So to pay tribute to this often overlooked fashion icon, you can replicate some of Lucy’s looks with retro-inspired dresses from a leading online retailer eShakt.

eShakt is a trendy women’s  online fashion retailer that offers something unique - customizable women’s clothing that can be easily personalized by size (0-36W), measurement and style. Offering distinctive designs, quality fabrics, unique details and dressmaker finishes, the brand empowers women to get  clothes that best suit their personal size and style, all at an affordable price. The brand delivers unparalleled fit via easy online measurement tools. Custom styling capabilities allow shoppers to tailor any item to their specific tastes, whether it’s a hemline, neckline or sleeve length, to ensure a flattering fit and custom-made look.

Learn more at www.eShakti.com).

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HauteLook Management Changes by Nordstrom

HauteLook, a leading flash sale retailer owned by Seattle-based Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN), announced yesterday Adam Bernhard is stepping out of the CEO role and day-to-day operations of the business, but will remain with HauteLook in an advisory capacity as Founder. Since Nordstrom purchased HauteLook nearly three years ago, Bernhard helped take the business from just over four million members to more than 14 million, while achieving impressive sales growth.

Terry Boyle will continue to lead the business as President of HauteLook, reporting to Jamie Nordstrom, President of Nordstrom Direct. With HauteLook fully operating as a division of Nordstrom, no CEO will be appointed in Bernhard's place. Boyle has been a key contributor to HauteLook's senior leadership since starting with the company as COO/CFO in 2008, and he has been instrumental in leading the business through significant growth.

"Since Adam started this business in 2007, he has worked tirelessly to build a great team and bring a compelling shopping experience to his customers," said Jamie Nordstrom. "Even after selling the business to us, his commitment to scaling the business and bringing it to profitability never wavered. Adam and his team have more than held up their end of the bargain, and we are thrilled to be in a position where he can pass the reins to Terry and focus on some new opportunities for us."

"HauteLook is performing well—the business is growing, it's profitable, and Adam has built a strong team," Nordstrom continued. "While we're sad to see Adam step out of this role, we look forward to continuing to collaborate with him as we move forward and develop additional capabilities to better serve customers."

"It has been an unbelievable journey to grow HauteLook from a four-person startup into the thriving division of Nordstrom that it is today," said Bernhard. "Although I'm eager for the new opportunities to come, HauteLook will always be my pride and joy."

HauteLook is a key part of Nordstrom's strategy to improve the customer experience by serving customers on their terms however they want to shop. The company is uniquely positioned to offer customers multiple ways to shop with Nordstrom, whether in its full-line stores, on Nordstrom.com, or through its differentiated off-price offering via Nordstrom Rack stores and HauteLook.

About HauteLookAcquired by Nordstrom in March 2011, HauteLook is a place where you'll discover thousands of the top fashion and lifestyle brands at amazing savings. Each day at 8 AM Pacific, shop new sale events featuring the best names in women's and men's fashion and accessories, beauty, kids' apparel and toys, and home decor at up to 75% off. Membership is free and everyone is welcome. 

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Cheryl Burke in Mesh Pinnie

Cheryl Burke was photographed wearing Soffe yesterday in Los Angeles. The Dancing with Stars cast member arrived at rehearsals sporting a bright blue Mesh Pinnie (www.soffe.com).

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Fashion Industry Trade Show Event Guide

A trade show (also referenced as a trade fair or expo) is an exhibition organized so that companies in the clothing industry or textile industry can showcase and demonstrate their latest products or services.  Visitors to such events can also utilize the opportunity to examine recent market trends and opportunities as well as evaluate products on display by their competition.  It is important to members of the fashion industry to stay in tune with what is happening in the market.  One way to view or sell next seasons clothing would be to attend a fashion trade show event.

The Apparel Search directory provides assistance to members of the industry that wish to learn about or locate a particular event.  Below you will find access to a few of the company’s resources.

The Fashion Trade Show by Category section of the directory is for browsing available events by the fashion trade shows category description For example, you will find sections for Men's Clothing Trade Shows, Women's Clothing Trade Shows, Children's Apparel Trade Shows, Textiles & Fabric Exhibitions, Textile Machinery Shows, etc.  After you go to the proper category, you can easily find the company listings alphabetically.  If you do not remember the exhibitions exact title, you can still search the directory and visit the web site for the various trade show events.

In addition to a directory by event name, the site also provides a Fashion Trade Show by Name section for browsing available events by the trade shows name.  If you already know the clothing trade shows name, you can easily find the listing alphabetically.  If you do not remember the exhibitions exact title, you can still search the directory and visit the web site for the various trade show events.

Fashion trade shows are an integral part of the Apparel, Fashion & Textile industries.  The clothing industry has many international fashion runway shows and apparel industry trade shows each year.  The Apparel Search Trade Show Directory will assist you with learning about the available trade events and trade show organizers that specialize in clothing, textiles and fashion exhibitions. Apparel Search provides easy access to the important events from around the world.  You can also view the Fashion Week directory to learn about the available fashion week events around the globe.

If you are planning to display your company’s product at a particular event, you may also want to learn about the trade show service companies that can help you with booths, tables, displays, etc.

When looking for specific dates you may want to try the events calendar at the Fashion Industry Network website or visit the fashion industry calendar site.

If you would like to discuss a specific event, you can try the fashion industry community on Google+ and leave comments in the events section.  Also, you are welcome to comment below this post with questions or comments.

The Apparel Search Company is in the process of updating the fashion industry trade show event guide on the ApparelSearch.com website.  If you work for an exhibition company, manage events, or simply wish to help, your assistance would be appreciated.  Trade show companies are invited to review their current listings and provide updates.

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Austin Scarlett Catwalk in Bed

Renowned American fashion designer and “Project Runway” superstar Austin Scarlett turns his bed into a catwalk in this week’s installment of the new video series #ShareTheMattress.  Directed by acclaimed choreographer Larry Keigwin, #ShareTheMattress features well-known creative artists dancing and playing on their beds in tribute to the 10^th anniversary of KEIGWIN + COMPANY dance troupe and its first smash hit, 2003’s “Mattress Suite.”

In the video, Scarlett wears black and white polka-dot pajamas, and “makes it work” with his blanket and sheets as a canvas on which he slides, slinks, twirls and poses like a supermodel.  He even wields a robe like a toreador.  Scarlett’s is the second of 10 #ShareTheMattress videos that will roll out through October.  Viewers are encouraged to make and share their own videos on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube with the hashtag #ShareTheMattress.  All the videos are available on KEIGWIN + COMPANY’s website.

Keigwin created “Mattress Suite” after watching dancer Nicole Wolcott jump around playfully on her bed.  The pair dragged the mattress onto the floor, developed choreography inspired by Wolcott’s moves and created a narrative that became a full-fledged work set to popular songs and classical music.  The piece was a hit with critics and audiences. KEIGWIN + COMPANY’s 10^th Anniversary season runs October 29-November 3, 2013 at New York City’s Joyce Theater.  “Mattress Suite” will be featured during the run.  Tickets are available now. 

The next video premieres September 24 with rising indie music star Tobey Lightman.

Vanessa Hudgens Works Out in Soffe Again

Vanessa Hudgens was spotted again wearing Soffe over the weekend in Los Angeles. The Spring Breakers star wore her Zebra print Hottie Shorts while grabbing a coffee with a pal post workout ($14.99, www.soffe.com).

    

  

Nicholas K Fall 2013 Fashion Wedge

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