I’ve been in New York City on business for the past few days and am happy to report that it’s still the cool, hectic, stylish and compelling city I love. In addition to my meetings, NYC was hosting the 62nd session of the United Nations General Assembly. That means, apart from the backroom dealings, geopolitical…
Tag: Retail/Stores
DNR Highlights New Bloomingdale’s Men’s Department
In today’s newsletter, the leading menswear industry news source, DNR, highlights the innovative men’s department in Bloomingdale’s new Chevy Chase, MD, store. Located in a key luxury retail corridor with Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co., Bulgari, and Cartier across the street, the new store boasts a third floor location for all menswear and men’s’ accessories….
Classic New British Style: Richard James
Louis Boston; Make Sure To Get There At Least Once
Today’s DNR News has a great little article about a one-of-a-kind store in my old home town of Boston. Louis Boston is not only a local institution; it is a global style trendsetter. If you are ever in town, make sure to carve out an hour or so to explore this 40,000 square-foot sartorial legend….
Tom Ford, Grown Up & Dressing Well
Sorry for the delay in posting – home sick yesterday and still working toward recovery. I want to talk about Tom Ford today. Normally, I would never begin a sentence with those words; I’ve never been a big fan of Tom. It’s not personal. I just feel that his Gucci years were over the top,…
Pink Heads for the Green
NEWSFLASH: British shirtmaker Thomas Pink has followed in the footsteps of Hermes and Canali, opening a 3,000-square-foot store in New York City’s financial district. The new outlet, located at 63 Wall Street, is steps from the New York Stock Exchange and bolsters the menswear options targeting the city’s financial professionals. In addition to a delivery…
Polo’s Rugby: A Strong Play
I recently had the opportunity to visit Rugby up in New York City. I have long been intrigued with the brand concept but have not had a chance to make it into one of the stores. This is embarrassing as I essentially work a lunchtime walk away away from the Georgetown location. And I must…