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Macy's and The City of Chicago Present An Exhibit of Top Chicago-Based Fashion Designers When/ July 14 - August 20, 2009 Where: Macy's on State Street - 111 N. State Street - 7th Floor Archives What: Visit the Archives on the 7th Floor at Macy's on State Street to experience an artistic gallery presentation and works of art from the best and brightest designers based in Chicago. From established designers like Maria Pinto to the talented up and coming stars of tomorrow, such as the Chicago Fashion Incubator Designers In Residence. Find out why the designers in this industry are all the buzz. |
The Company is now extending its reach to the better contemporary arena with the launch of a diffusion label to be called Rachel Rachel Roy, which will be overseen by Susan Metzger, Chief Executive Officer for Women's Wholesale Sportswear for Jones. The Rachel Rachel Roy collection will include affordable contemporary sportswear, footwear and accessories, debuting in August 2009. The collection will be offered exclusively through Macy's Inc. at select Macy's stores nationwide and on macys.com. The Rachel Rachel Roy collection will capture a fresh and youthful look that reflects today's culture by mixing elements of downtown cool with uptown chic at affordable price points. The line will retail from $59 to $299 for sportswear, $79 to $199 for footwear, $40 to $195 for jewelry and $69 to $109 for handbags. Susan Metzger said, "We are thrilled to be able to bring Rachel's signature aesthetic to a larger audience with the launch of the Rachel Rachel Roy better contemporary collection. We are confident that a diverse range of women will identify with the look and feel of the brand and it will quickly become a dominant label in the marketplace. " Jeff Gennette, Chief Merchandising Officer at Macy's Inc., said, "The Rachel Rachel Roy collection is a perfect fit for our stores, offering designer-infused product at affordable price points. We feel the line will create new excitement and fashion stature on our floors and is something our fashion customers are seeking." Founder and artistic director, Rachel Roy, said, "Accessible fashion has always been a passion of mine. Every woman should have the opportunity to express herself through style. Being able to design a contemporary product line that truly reflects a sense of individuality is a great honor. Macy's has been an embracing partner in helping us launch this redefinition of a new lifestyle collection." |
Jones Apparel Group, Inc. announced a strategy to support and expand the Rachel Roy brand to reach a diverse audience and increase demand at different price levels. The Company believes that there is opportunity to leverage Rachel Roy's design talent to support significant future growth, including through a Rachel Rachel Roy diffusion brand that will be offered exclusively through Macy's, Inc. "We have a sincere belief and high confidence in Rachel's talent and her position as one of the leading new American designers," said Wesley R. Card, Jones Apparel Group President and Chief Executive Officer. "We are applying an integrated strategy to the Rachel Roy brand that draws upon Jones' exceptional resources and infrastructure to further develop the current business and drive new growth opportunities." Terry Lundgren, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Macy's Inc., said, "Rachel's design sensibility is very appealing to our fashion customer who insists on great value and a perfect complement to the existing stable of high-profile designer brands available exclusively at Macy's. This new collection is another move in our continued effort to differentiate our assortments with the best, most desired brands on the market, giving customers another powerful reason to choose Macy's." Jones' investment in the Rachel Roy brand began with the Rachel Roy New York designer label by applying a successful sourcing model to help create efficiencies and cost-savings while continuing to deliver the highest quality product. Industry veteran, Stephen Ruzow, has recently been tapped as President to support Rachel Roy New York domestically and to spearhead international growth for the designer label. |
Jones Apparel Group Launches Rachel Roy Diffusion Brand Exclusive to Macy's, Inc. Rachel Rachel Roy to Include Affordable Contemporary Sportswear, Footwear and Accessories |
Chicago Fashion Incubator - Class of 2009 Anna Hovet Furio by Catherine Furio Audey by Jess Audey Nora Del Busto Cynthia Ryba Zamrie by Ashley Zygmunt Chicago Fashion Incubator - Class of 2008 6Ace by Glenn Mallory Kate Boggiano by Kate Coxworth AGGA B. by Agga B. Raya Organi Revolution by Kristin Hassan Evil Kitty by Lydia Wachowska Yana Collection by Yana German Established Chicago-Based Apparel and Accessory Designers 5p1t* Lara Miller* Anna Fong* Lauren Lein* Betsy Tanner Designs* Lee Allison* Blake Standard* Maddie Powers* Cynthia Ashby Maria Pinto Dana Reed Designs* Mira Couture Diego Rocha* Neesh by D.A.R. Elyse C. Bec* Objets D'Envy* Horacio Nieto* Sam Kori George Jermikko* Sugar Chicago* Jess LC* Tangee* Jules* Tenille White* K. Amato* TWIST* Katrin Schnabl Zola Jones* * Carried at Macy's on State Street |