FASHION INDUSTRY NEWS – THURSDAY

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MACY’S WANTS SHOPPERS TO GO RED FOR WOMEN – RetailingToday
“In honor of American Heart Month, Macy’s will offer limited-edition merchandise, promotions and in-store events to benefit Go Red For Women throughout February. Macy’s will host its Go Red with Macy’s event from Feb. 3 to Feb. 8.”

BALMAIN TO LAUNCH COLLECTION FEATURING $6,000 CHILDRENSWEAR – Forbes
“Ousteing will now expand his touch of va-va-voom into a brand new segment. The social media-savvy designer knows a thing or two about creating online buzz, and dropped the following bomb via Instagram this week: a Balmain children’s line is on its way.”

WHAT YOU MISSED AT COUTURE THIS WEEK – NYMag
“Didn’t get a ticket to the couture shows in Paris, which are winding down as we speak? Never fear. Here’s our catch-up guide to the high (museum-worthy gowns) and the low (front-row pets). ”

CHANEL’S GLOBAL CEO IS STEPPING DOWN– Pret-a-Reporter
“Maureen Chiquet, Chanel’s global chief executive officer since 2007, will exit the company at the end of the month.In a statement to the trade, the company called Chiquet “instrumental in fostering innovation, driving corporate social responsibility and establishing the Chanel foundation.”

13 RISING FASHION DESIGNERS TO KEEP YOUR EYE ON – Elle
“From uniform basics to street-inspired sportswear, the most original designers—from Poland to Perth, Mumbai to Manhattan—are here.”