Sarah Lerfel of famed lifestyle Parisian boutique, Colette, refers to it as a “lifting.” Masamichi Katayama will be the Japanese architectural plastic surgeon which we hear will move the streetwear down to the ground floor and the beauty section upstairs alongside fashion. The first floor art gallery and basement water bar will remain in the same place but will be cosmetically re-done. This is the first closing of the boutique in its 11 years but a mini version will remain outside the store selling Colette classics and limited-edition sportswear. Colette Superette will be in front of 213 rue Saint-Honore.
Pringle of Scotland is considering ceasing production at its Hawick, Scotland factory after 200 years of manufacturing in the rural area. The heavy knitwear the plant was responsible for has been overshadowed by the label’s ready-to-wear lines making the plant expendable. Chief Executive of the brand commented, “We are considering ways to improve the performance of the business and closure of the manufacturing operation at the plant is, very regrettably, something we must consider.” The community is outraged calling for government intervention to help maintain the plant as its absence would negatively impact the economy and render at least 80 jobless.
Parisian Denim purveyors and Army of M.E. favorite, April 77, has launched their anticipated record label -April 77 Records. They will release 7″ vinyl cuts each month by bands like Neils Children and The Willowz priced around $16. They will offer additional free downloads with each item of clothing purchased. Our love just grew deeper.
YSL has now launched their Edition 24 area at Dover Street Market in London which will stay up for an indefinite period. The huge launch party last Thursday brought out Claudia Schiffer who paid homage to the late Mr. Laurent by wearing a vintage blouse and skirt from the pre-fall YSL collection. Edition 24 is on the third floor of DSM with a limited edition YSL jacket available in turquoise and red which were designed especially for the store.
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