Kari Hamanaka, WWD

Kari Hamanaka

WWD

Los Angeles, CA, United States

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Revolve Ups Ante in Online Search

The retailer is expanding its use of a new visual search tool. → Read More

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U.K. Department for International Trade Brings British Designers to Fred Segal

The group of six British fashion brands will hold court at a Fred Segal pop-up. → Read More

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Brazil by Way of Farm Rio Makes Its Way to the West Coast

Farm Rio has opened its first store on the West Coast at Westfield Century City as the company turns its attention to U.S. growth. → Read More

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Fast Retailing Opens Doors to Jeans Innovation Center

The center of research and development for the company’s portfolio brands bolsters the greater Los Angeles area’s broader denim sustainability efforts. → Read More

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Canyon Goods Enters Sustainable Fray With Multibrand Boutique

The online retailer is the latest to offer a marketplace for sustainable labels. → Read More

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Bristol Studio’s Collaboration With Adidas Originals Taps Vintage Basketball

The Los Angeles design house’s partnership with Adidas is a nod to Bristol Studios creative director Luke Tadashi’s childhood. → Read More

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Kendall Jenner Tries on Ksubi for Fall 2019

The model fronts the Australian denim label’s fall capsule campaign. → Read More

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To Price a Yeezy: A Day in the Life of a RealReal Streetwear Appraiser

It’s not an exact science with The RealReal senior valuation manager Sean Conway’s secret formula, gleaned from years working retail. → Read More

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Revolve Bows Palms Las Vegas Store

The 1,000-square-foot shop is its only physical presence outside of the Revolve Social Club. → Read More

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Revolve Bows Palms Las Vegas Store

The 1,000-square-foot shop is its only physical presence outside of the Revolve Social Club. → Read More

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Playboy Links With Sean John for Macy’s Capsule

Sean John’s White Party label’s collaboration with the magazine will be sold exclusively through Macy’s. → Read More

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Diamond Supply’s Nick Tershay, Rob Kardashian Link for Halfway Dead

The new label from Nick Tershay, Rob Kardashian and a collection of their friends straddles skateboarding and streetwear. → Read More

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Petites Label Amy Sport Nabs Investment

The capital infusion will be pumped into the sales force, product development and online advertising. → Read More

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Guess, Jennifer Lopez Strike Tour Deal

The new deal brings Lopez and the denim company together once again after the artist fronted Guess’ spring campaign last year. → Read More

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Street Signs: H. Lorenzo Nabs Initial Release of Reebok, Kanghyuk SRS Sole Fury

A few pairs of the limited-edition release will debut at H. Lorenzo Friday, ahead of broader distribution next month. → Read More

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Kappa Taps Ntwrk for Initial Release of Gumball 3000 Collaboration

The capsule will first launch on the app, followed by Selfridges and pop-ups in the U.S. → Read More

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The Black Tux Adds Purchase Option to Suit Rental Business

The digital brand started off as a low-cost, rental option for wedding parties, and is now giving people the chance to own their suits. → Read More

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Haverdash Enters Subscription Clothing Rental Fray

The clothing rental box company, sister to Gwynnie Bee, joins brands such as Ann Taylor, Express, Vince and Rebecca Taylor — all enabled by the same technology platform. → Read More

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How WeChat Helped Link Yeti Out With Coach

The two kicked off a three-city celebration of their collaboration, starting in West Hollywood. → Read More

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Disney Puts Fashionable Spin on Mouse Ears With Help of Vera Wang, Heidi Klum

Collaborations with designers and other artists on the mouse ears will begin rolling out on a monthly basis at the company’s domestic parks and online. → Read More