Bloomies Eyes Bargain Hunters

It seems Bloomingdale’s is going the way of the masses with its announcement that it will join the ranks of retailers in the outlet shopping arena. Mass outdoor shopping venues banking on Americans’ desire for a bargain, even if they didn’t head there with any needs in mind to fill—this is what outlet shopping is [...]

Retail & Celebrity Charity News September 29

Target has pledged $1 million in cash and product to provide assistance for those affected by Hurricanes Ike, Gustav, and other storms that have hit the southern United States. The donation, which includes food and comfort kits, blankets, pillows and toiletries, is being divided among a number of relief agencies including the American Red Cross, [...]

Retail & Celebrity Charity News September 22

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October), Bootheel Trading Co., the new lifestyle brand from singer/songwriter Sheryl Crow, will donate 10% of proceeds from its apparel division to the Revlon/UCLA Breast Center. Crow is a breast caner survivor. The Revlon/UCLA Breast Center is one of the United States’ leading breast cancer treatment centers, and [...]

Retail & Celebrity Charity News September 15

NY Fashion Week reflected a growing “green” consciousness from designs using biodegradable fabrics, recycled threads and organic materials, to the steel bottles of tap water provided by Aveda at several Bryant Park shows. The debate remains, however, whether sustainability in fashion is a lasting movement or merely a trend, Reuters reports. The key to making [...]