Sequential
Business Features
Business Leaders Chat Casualization and Wellness at UJA Awards
Jimmy Choo’s Tanya Golesic and Eurazeo Brands’ Jill Granoff were among the businesswomen presented with fashion leadership awards.
Markets
Gaiam to Expand Into Bath and Personal-Care Products
The aromatherapy-driven line will consist of pure essential oils and scents that refresh and clean.
Financial
Martha Stewart, Emeril Lagasse Sold to Marquee Brands
Sequential Brands has owned the businesses since 2015 when they were purchased for $353 million.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Exclusive: Martha Stewart Brand Sold to Marquee Brands
The $175 million deal includes the Emeril Lagasse brand.
Fashion Scoops
Payless, Sequential Brands Collaborate on Martha Everyday
The collaboration is part of a move by the footwear retailer to include more fashion and quality in its offerings.
Real Estate
Ralph Lauren Amps Up Office Space at Starrett-Lehigh
The moves are designed to consolidate functions in modern environments.
Activewear
Vanessa Hudgens to Design Capsule Collection With Avia
The capsule features edgy prints, bold colors, technical fabrics and fashion-forward silhouettes.
Fashion Scoops
Jessica Biel, Gaiam Unveil New Fitness Brand for Sequential
The collection is available at Bandier, Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s, as well as other stores and online.
Markets
Sequential Taps Castellano as President of the Fashion Division
Most recently, Castellano was president of Tommy Hilfiger Women’s Denim and Sportswear division at G-III Apparel Group.
Parties
Marfan Foundation Gala Raises $1.2 Million
The event honored Broadway performer Ann Reinking and others.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Sequential Brands Divested Revo in Q1
The company expects to complete its refinancing in the second quarter.
Markets
Sequential Enters Deal to Expand Avia to Greater China
The new footwear, apparel and accessories collections will launch later this year across all retail channels.
Sportswear
Irina Shayk Links With Ellen Tracy for Capsule, to Be Face of Brand
The 25-piece collection is inspired by the Eighties working woman.
Financial
Sequential, ABG Seen Vying for Nautica Brand
The owner of VF Corp. last week revealed that it is close to selling the sportswear label.
Fashion Scoops
Kevin Garnett to Become Creative Director of And1
The former NBA star will also co-design a capsule collection for the brand.
