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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.
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."
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.
"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
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
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