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Kari Hamanaka

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Wet Seal Taps Melanie B. Cox CEO

The teen retailer said its transition to new ownership under Versa Capital Management is now complete with…

Eyewear Brand Hawkers Turns to U.S. for Growth

The Spain-based brand has gained a steady following selling directly to consumers and marketing via mostly…

Cynthia Vincent Latest Designer to Partner With O’Neill

The designer's summer 2016 collaboration with the surfwear brand rolls out to retailers in April.

Gilt Toasts L.A. at Rooftop WeHo Party

The daily deals site's first city-specific sale begins Thursday for a three-day run.

Rebagg Nabs $4M Seed Round

The designer handbag e-seller closed on a seed round that will be used for its U.S. expansion.

Bucardo Collection Aims to Give New Look to Apple Watch

The Los Angeles startup hopes to convert more consumers to the Apple Watch with an accessory collection…

Nordstromrack.com Debuts Home Department

The retailer will broaden its existing home offerings in-store via the category's online launch.

Proposed Settlement Reached in Trina Turk Class Action

A complaint filed against the company by a Los Angeles area customer charges the company with violating the…

American Apparel to Vacate L.A. Building in 2016 Under Amended Lease

The firm has reached an agreement with its landlord that could offer some rent relief for the troubled…

P.J. Salvage on Track to Launch Intimates, Boost Kids’ Offering

The Irvine-based firm's intimates collection is due out in stores in February and will be followed by a…

Wedding Techs Take Aim at Traditional Way of Saying ‘I Do’

Millennials don't mind dating with a quick swipe left or right on a phone. They draw inspiration from…

Ron Robinson’s IoT World to Enter Wearables With Exclusive Elemoon Launch

The wearable jewelry line is set to make its exclusive U.S. debut at Ron Robinson's Santa Monica store.

Stuff N Style Brings on Shopify in Latest Retail Partnership

The partnership with Shopify could help broaden the app's reach and makes it easier for users to upload items…

Reformation Rolls Out Recycling Program

The new program, called RefRecycling, aims to encourage recycling among its customer base.

White House|Black Market Turns to West Coast as Brand Evolves

The retailer recently held its first-ever showing on the West Coast with its fall collection, which presents…