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Beyond price tags: What really drives consumer choices in fashion and footwear? Market Force study looks at top retail brands to uncover where consumers are spending and why

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

Almost 5,500 (N = 5,462) consumers provided feedback about their experiences across popular department stores and specialty retail brands, providing specific feedback on both clothing and footwear retailers.

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  • Almost 5,500 (N = 5,462) consumers provided feedback about their experiences across popular department stores and specialty retail brands, providing specific feedback on both clothing and footwear retailers.
  • Consumers rated the top department store brands, clearly indicating preference for those they felt were value leaders.
  • The top department store brands in order were: Kohls, TJ Max, Walmart, Macy's, Ross Stores and Target.
  • The lowest performers of the specialty retail store brands included Fabletics, Pacsun, Big 5 Sports, and Club Monaco.

Developer Mark McClure, GenX Capital Partners to Co-Develop the $40 Million Azul El Paso

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Monday, December 11, 2023

EL PASO, Texas, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mark McClure, Managing Director of GenX Capital Partners (http://www.GenXCP.com), a leading commercial real estate developer and debt/equity originator with operations in Portland, Maine, and Miami, Florida, has entered into a co-development agreement for Azul El Paso. This innovative project, totaling 104,000 square feet and encompassing 130 apartment units along with 12,000 square feet of retail space, represents a collaborative effort with Prestige Development Group (PDG) of Austin, TX. The $40+ million project is the first of three Azul developments planned over the next 36-48 months by the duo.

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  • EL PASO, Texas, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mark McClure, Managing Director of GenX Capital Partners ( http://www.GenXCP.com ), a leading commercial real estate developer and debt/equity originator with operations in Portland, Maine, and Miami, Florida, has entered into a co-development agreement for Azul El Paso.
  • The $40+ million project is the first of three Azul developments planned over the next 36-48 months by the duo.
  • Azul El Paso will seamlessly integrate with the neighboring retail sector, featuring prominent brands such as Dicks Sporting Goods, WalMart, PF Changs, Albertson's, Dillards, and more.
  • El Paso, ranked #2 in expected housing growth for 2023-2024 in recent housing studies, underscores the project's potential success.

ACU celebrates grand opening of science, research facility designed for advanced nuclear research reactor

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

"The Dillard Science and Engineering Research Center is a building unlike any other at ACU or on the campus of most universities across the nation," said Dr. Phil Schubert, ACU president, at the opening of the facility.

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  • "The Dillard Science and Engineering Research Center is a building unlike any other at ACU or on the campus of most universities across the nation," said Dr. Phil Schubert, ACU president, at the opening of the facility.
  • "This 28,000-square-foot facility will allow students, especially undergraduates, to contribute to world-class research and groundbreaking technology in ways not available at most other universities.
  • A public foyer highlights the research within the facility.
  • The SERC houses ACU's Nuclear Energy eXperimental Testing (NEXT) Lab, which has joined with Abilene-based Natura Resources to design, license and commission a molten salt-fueled research reactor.

Kohl's Names Nick Jones Chief Merchandising and Digital Officer

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

Kohl's (NYSE: KSS) today announced that 25-year retail veteran Nick Jones has been named Kohl's Chief Merchandising and Digital Officer, reporting directly to CEO Tom Kingsbury, effective in March.

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  • Kohl's (NYSE: KSS) today announced that 25-year retail veteran Nick Jones has been named Kohl's Chief Merchandising and Digital Officer, reporting directly to CEO Tom Kingsbury, effective in March.
  • In this role, Jones will be responsible for Kohl's overall merchandise strategy and all merchandising functions including buying, digital and omnichannel merchandising, product design and development, and product portfolio strategy.
  • "Nick has a tremendous wealth of experience in merchandising, retail, global sourcing, and business leadership.
  • Jones has more than 25 years of merchandising, brand, retail, and leadership experience, including working with the senior leadership team at Walmart.

Puffin Drinkwear Raises Series A Funding Round

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023

BEND, Ore., Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Puffin Drinkwear, makers of personality-infused apparel for your drink to wear, announced today a Series A round led by Village Family Capital and Jim Collis of Colfam Management. The company also announced new CFO Arianna Moore to join the Puffin Drinkwear team, bringing significant financial leadership experience with Private Equity backed companies. This growth investment will support Puffin Drinkwear as the company builds a global brand and commercializes innovative new products.

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  • BEND, Ore., Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Puffin Drinkwear , makers of personality-infused apparel for your drink to wear, announced today a Series A round led by Village Family Capital and Jim Collis of Colfam Management.
  • The company also announced new CFO Arianna Moore to join the Puffin Drinkwear team, bringing significant financial leadership experience with Private Equity backed companies.
  • This growth investment will support Puffin Drinkwear as the company builds a global brand and commercializes innovative new products.
  • "The Puffin team is proud of the rapid growth these past years powered by the special connection consumers have with these can coolers," said Puffin Drinkwear Founder Tyrone Hazen.

GIMME Beauty Sees Major Growth in 2022, Now Carried in Over 15,000 Retail Locations Nationwide

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

SALT LAKE CITY, Dec. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GIMME Beauty , the innovative hair solutions company disrupting the beauty industry, announces a successful year marked by significant growth through 2022.

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, Dec. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GIMME Beauty , the innovative hair solutions company disrupting the beauty industry, announces a successful year marked by significant growth through 2022.
  • Since its launch in 2006, GIMME has grown into a national brand, with retail partners like ULTA, Dillards, Target, CVS and Walgreens set to carry GIMME products in 2023.
  • "It's been a great year for GIMME, and we're optimistic about what the future holds," said Jeff Durham, CEO of GIMME Beauty.
  • GIMME Beauty 's vision is to design innovative hair solutions that disrupt the status quo of the health and beauty hair care category.

DELSEY PARIS Unveils the Chic and Modern TURENNE Line

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

DELSEY PARIS is bringing TURENNE, a French staple to the U.S just in time for the holiday travel season.

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  • DELSEY PARIS is bringing TURENNE, a French staple to the U.S just in time for the holiday travel season.
  • The new TURENNE line is DELSEY PARIS most lightweight collection to date, coming in at only five pounds in the carry-on size.
  • The TURENNE collection has something for all DELSEY PARIS fans, from the everyday CROSSBODY BAG to the spacious 26 TRUNK SPINNER.
  • To learn more about DELSEY PARIS products or to purchase a piece from the TURENNE collection, visit TURENNE Collection .

LDT LAUNCHES FASHION ACCESSORIES EXCLUSIVELY WITH DILLARDS

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

"LDT is about giving women a fun and fresh take on American fashion that makes every day special," says Alex and Michael.

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  • "LDT is about giving women a fun and fresh take on American fashion that makes every day special," says Alex and Michael.
  • "After exclusively launching LDT's dress line a little over a year ago, we are thrilled to add the brand's handbags and accessories categories in Dillard's.
  • All products will be sold exclusively in 85 Dillard's stores nationwide and online at Dillards.com and available March 30th.
  • Today, Dillard's, Inc. ranks among the nation's largest fashion retailers - operating 250 Dillard's locations and 30 clearance centers spanning 29 states and an Internet store at dillards.com .

Dillard’s to Launch Born on Fifth for Antonio Melani

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Thursday, February 25, 2021

Dillards, Inc. (Dillards) (the Company) (NYSE: DDS) is pleased to announced the launch of Born on Fifth for Antonio Melani, a new limited-edition capsule collection developed in collaboration with Atlanta-based tastemaker, Emily Hertz.

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  • Dillards, Inc. (Dillards) (the Company) (NYSE: DDS) is pleased to announced the launch of Born on Fifth for Antonio Melani, a new limited-edition capsule collection developed in collaboration with Atlanta-based tastemaker, Emily Hertz.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210225005230/en/
    Born on Fifth for Antonio Melani, a new capsule collection available exclusively at Dillard's.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Exclusive to Dillards, Born on Fifth for Antonio Melani draws inspiration from the florals and chinoiserie that adorn Emilys home giving a nod to her sophisticated and ethereal aesthetic.
  • Emily Hertz added, I am beyond excited to debut Born on Fifth for Antonio Melani at Dillards.

Dillard’s, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year Results

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Monday, February 22, 2021

Dillards, Inc. (NYSE: DDS) (the Company or Dillards) announced operating results for the 13 and 52 weeks ended January 30, 2021.

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  • Dillards, Inc. (NYSE: DDS) (the Company or Dillards) announced operating results for the 13 and 52 weeks ended January 30, 2021.
  • Dillards Chief Executive Officer William T. Dillard, II stated, Our year-long efforts to control inventory and expenses and preserve liquidity have resulted in encouraging fourth quarter results.
  • Highlights of the Fourth Quarter:
    Dillards reported net income for the 13 weeks ended January 30, 2021 of $67.0 million, or $3.05 per share, compared to net income of $67.7 million, or $2.75 per share, for the prior year fourth quarter.
  • Consolidated gross margin (which includes CDI) for the 13 weeks ended January 30, 2021 improved 127 basis points of sales to 31.1% compared to 29.8% for the prior year fourth quarter.