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Ralph Lauren’s Michigan Avenue Store in Chicago Gets a Gilded Age–inspired Renovation
The 37,000-square-foot store is the company's largest and includes an adjacent restaurant and a Ralph's…
Italy’s New Trade Commissioner Checks Out Chicago Collective
Erica Di Giovancarlo will spend her first year absorbing the market to find the best ways to expand Italian…
Chicago Collective Draws More Than 1,900 Retailers, Order Books in Hand
Specialty stores from around the country were drawn to the tailored clothing, classic sportswear and gift…
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Ones to Watch: Key Brands to Check Out at the Chicago Collective
From Robert Geller's inaugural collection for Rag & Bone to the return of Zachary Prell, here are six new and…
Italian Exhibitors Pick Their Favorite Hot Spots in Chicago
From their favorite hotels and steakhouses to architectural boat cruises on the Chicago River, brands offer…
Meet Alessio Nanni, ITA’s New Head of Beauty and Fashion
The executive comes to the position with a background in international relations and beauty.
Three Italian Men’s Brands Making a U.S. Push at Chicago Collective
Outerwear specialists Sealup and Cortigiani and tailoring brand Belvest are among Italy's menswear players…
Graham Thompson, the Grand Master of Hats
The Chicago-based owner of Optimo has spent his career reviving the lost art of hatmaking.
Paul Stuart to Relocate Chicago Store to Michigan Avenue
The upscale menswear retailer operates a unit on Oak Street that will be closed when the new store opens next…
Fashion Designer Stevie Edwards Dies at 58
The Chicago-born talent's fashions were worn by Tiffany Haddish and other notables.
Energy and Enthusiasm Reign at Chicago Collective Men’s Show
Retailers were upbeat as they shopped the 400-plus brands at the Merchandise Mart last week.
ITA to Wave Made in Italy Flag at Chicago Collective
The Italian Trade Agency is bringing 62 men's brands to the fair, aiming to spotlight the best of Italian…
Bruce Schedler, the Architect of the Chicago Collective
The vice president of the men's show systematically set out to upgrade the brands on exhibit — and the…
Some Key Brands to Check Out at the Chicago Collective
From new addition Paul Stuart to designer Billy Reid and Italy-based label L.B.M. 1911, the fair will…
Specialty Stores Weigh In on Their Favorite Chicago Haunts
Gibsons restaurant and Wrigley Field are among buyers' top picks while visiting the city.