Store Openings on POPSUGAR Fashion News

Cashmere May 24, 2010

Uniqlo Partners With Velvet on Collection of West Coast Basics and Confirms Second New York Store

On June 17, Uniqlo will unveil its latest collaboration, Uniqlo + Velvet.

by coutorture

On June 17, Uniqlo will unveil its latest collaboration, Uniqlo + Velvet. The lineup will offer jersey and cashmere styles in four separate mini collections to be released throughout the year. Jenny Graham and Toni Spencer, the co-creative directors at Velvet, designed West Coast-inspired basics like cropped harem pants, cut-out tee shirt dresses, and racer-back tank dresses for the Japanese retailer and named each collection after a California hotspot (Hollywood Roosevelt, Rodeo Drive, Venice Beach).

In September, a cashmere collection will follow the summer offering—with trapeze cardigans, off-the-shoulder tunics, and asymmetric long-sleeved tops selling for $99.90 and $129.90.

In other Uniqlo news, the retailer confirmed that it has signed a $300 million, fifteen-year lease to build a second American store (after SoHo) at 666 Fifth Avenue. It is the largest retail lease ever signed in New York.

New York Mar 04, 2009

First Look: Zero + Maria Cornejo Opens New Flagship

After ten years in Nolita--the space where the designer became, for the second time in her life, a frontrunner in the fashion world--Maria Cornejo has moved her business to a much larger space which now serves as her New York storefront, atelier, and showroom.

by coutorture

After ten years in Nolita--the space where the designer became, for the second time in her life, a frontrunner in the fashion world--Maria Cornejo has moved her business to a much larger space which now serves as her New York storefront, atelier, and showroom. Possibly the most architecturally riveting quality are the lead framed windows which are, to a New Yorker, the equivalent of owning a time machine to a much older, cooler version of the place they live. Leave it to Cornejo, who is always so effortlessly in-the-know.

Check out a first look at the new flagship below and, for more, Cornejo's Fall 2009 collection and a just-launched sale of the designer's clothing on Gilt Groupe.

View 4 Photos

quote Feb 26, 2009

Quote Of The Day: Cintra Wilson Shops At Bird

I had no idea what to expect from the silk jumpsuit — silk pants attached to a blousy kimono top — but it was quite smart; very Yoko, circa 1979.

by coutorture I had no idea what to expect from the silk jumpsuit — silk pants attached to a blousy kimono top — but it was quite smart; very Yoko, circa 1979. To wear it really well, I thought, you would need to be a sexually liberated woman with lots of hair and strappy gold platforms, sashaying around the infinity-pool party with large wooden jewelry, terrorizing your husband’s business associates by being obviously naked underneath. I personally found it far too comfortable to be evening wear, but it would really be spot-on for the 18th wife of Bob Evans.

Matthew Williamson Feb 25, 2009

Matthew Williamson New York Store Opening

Last week Matthew Williamson opened his first US flagship downtown in New York to a packed Fashion Week crowd.

by coutorture

Last week Matthew Williamson opened his first US flagship downtown in New York to a packed Fashion Week crowd. With a large glass facade and poured concrete flooring the look of the space is modern and sleek. Williamson's colorful, vintage inspired aesthetic is not lost, however, not only do the clothes themselves add a jolt of color and vibrancy to the space so too do his furniture creations for The Rug Company and his bespoke wallpaper designs. Check out our first look at the new store, and, don't forget to check out Williamson's Fall 2009 collection as well.

View 11 Photos

ports 1961 Feb 20, 2009

Ports 1961 Opens In The Meatpacking District

Speaking of Ports 1961--who showed a Fall 2009 collection in the tents last night--they've also opened up a brand new store in the Meatpacking District located on the ever-popular Gansevoort Street.

by coutorture

Speaking of Ports 1961--who showed a Fall 2009 collection in the tents last night--they've also opened up a brand new store in the Meatpacking District located on the ever-popular Gansevoort Street. To showcase the brand's colorful worldly aesthetic the space is outfitted with handmade carpets, warm walnut flooring, and floor-to-ceiling glass walls. The second floor of the building will play host to art openings and other special events while the third floor will serve as Cibani's design studio.

Giorgio Armani Feb 18, 2009

Armani/5th Avenue Store Opening

Last night we attended the opening of the Armani/5th Avenue flagship store--in short, the multi-story flagship has a glass facade with a winding design-staircase floating in the middle of the space.

by coutorture

Last night we attended the opening of the Armani/5th Avenue flagship store--in short, the multi-story flagship has a glass facade with a winding design-staircase floating in the middle of the space. When we entered, we were so visually stimulated--was that a window, a mirror, or thin-air?--we nearly knocked into Anne Slowey while catching the elevator. When we arrived at the top floor we stepped out to find Andre Leon Talley sitting behind a receptionist desk, talking on his cell phone. Then came more stairs, bellinis, Suzy Menkes, and rumors of Mayor Bloomberg and Giorgio Armani talking about a one million dollar donation (but just where, we couldn't tell). If a successful mega-flagship is one where real life ceases to exist completely, then Armani's nailed it.

View 16 Photos

Menswear Feb 05, 2009

Loris Diran Opens In New York

Designer Loris Diran is poised to open his first brick and mortar store in New York later this week, right in the epicenter of the Bowery's fledgling menswear scene.

by coutorture

Designer Loris Diran is poised to open his first brick and mortar store in New York later this week, right in the epicenter of the Bowery's fledgling menswear scene. With Rogan, John Varvatos, and Billy Reid all having recently opened shops nearby, it's safe to say the Bowery isn't what it was when Diran was hanging out there as a teenager. We stopped by the store earlier this week to check out the modern decor scheme and chic tailored looks from Diran's Spring 2009 collection. Check out our snapshots below.

View 5 Photos

Layout Jan 14, 2009

Diptyque Lands In New York & Online

Last weekend we stopped by the first American brick and mortar Diptyque store, which opened this December in the West Village.

by coutorture

Last weekend we stopped by the first American brick and mortar Diptyque store, which opened this December in the West Village. The store enchanted us with it's beautifully packages soaps, sleek candles, and sophisticated gift sets. Here's a first look at the new space, and, for those you not in New York, a little online temptation!

Missoni Dec 22, 2008

Missoni Opens First London Store

This weekend marked the opening of the first brick and mortar store for Missoni in London and the light-filled, three-story boutique is sure to tempt the fashionable London set.

by coutorture

This weekend marked the opening of the first brick and mortar store for Missoni in London and the light-filled, three-story boutique is sure to tempt the fashionable London set. The new store, located on London's famous Sloane Street (also home to Louis Vuttion, Liberty, Marni, Prada and the like), houses Missoni's womenswear and menswear collections as well as the home range.

This Spring, Missoni showed a women's collection rich with texture and moody with monochromatic shades of green. To see the Spring 2009 Missoni womenswear collection, click here. To read more about the new London shop, click here.

The Missoni Fall 2009 menswear runway show will be held the afternoon on the first day of the Milan menswear shows, this January 17th.

Giorgio Armani Dec 18, 2008

New Armani Concept Store Slated To Open February

The first Armani concept store will open this February 18th in New York--Armani/Fifth Avenue will carry collections from all ready to wear and contemporary arms of the Armani brand.

by coutorture

The first Armani concept store will open this February 18th in New York--Armani/Fifth Avenue will carry collections from all ready to wear and contemporary arms of the Armani brand. Giorgio Armani, Emporio Armani, Armani Jeans, EA7, Armani Casa, Giorgio Armani Beauty, and some exclusives from the ready to wear labels will all be housed in the new location. Word is there will also be a full service restaurant in the store. To see a photo gallery from the Spring 2009 Giorgio Armani collection, click here. To see a photo gallery from the Spring 2009 Emporio Armani collection, click here. To know how many times we said 'Armani' in this post, the answer is eleven.