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TARGET DOUBLES DOWN ON DENIM– RetailingToday
“Target’s team of designers went to work to completely overhaul the retailer’s denim assortment. The result? New styles and revamped fits, fabrics and finishes — comparable to what you’d find at a high-end department store — all for $30 or less.”

WANG DEPARTING BALENCIAGA – VogueNews
“While exact reasons for the decision not to renew Wang’s contract could not be learned, it is feasible that busy schedules have played a part. Wang is not only enjoying huge success with his eponymous label, but is set to open his first flagship store in London imminently, as well as working on projects for his own label around the globe.”

TJX IS lOOKING TO EXPAND ITS OVERSEAS BUSINESS – RetailingToday
“TJX has been on a growth and revenue spree of late, and now the off-price retailer is apparently looking to expand down under.The TJX Cos. Inc. is purchasing Trade Secret, an off-price retailer that operates 35 stores in Australia, from Gazal Corp. Ltd. for $58.45 million. The acquisition of Trade Secret provides TJX an opportunistic entry into Australia, where it currently operates one of its 13 buying offices.”

MELISSA MCCARTHY LAUNCHES HER FASHION LABEL– Vogue
“Bringing runway looks to women who don’t fit sample sizes is part of the ethos behind the line—which ranges from sizes four to 28 and goes beyond the age-old myth that only all-black looks can be slimming, with an adventurous, and equally flattering use of color blocking….the line officially debuts on September 1.”

MODCLOTH DEBUTS COLLABORATIVE 2015 FALL COLLECTION– Forbes
“According to the communications team, it’s launching a new in-house line inspired by members from its online community. Fourteen members served as muses. As a result, more than three dozen cinched work dresses, flowy tops and full skirts sized from XS-4X will be sold with a price range of $34.99-$149.99. A lookbook shows off lots of patterns and themed outfits planning for work or parties or location-based style shots.”