Mschf stops shipping Lil Nas X’s ‘Satan Shoes’ after Nike gets a restraining order
Looks like Lil Nas X’s “Satan Shoes” collaboration has taken a step too far. The Hollywood Reporter said this week that fulfillment of orders of the controversial sneaker has stopped after a U.S. District Court in New York approved Nike’s request for a temporary restraining order against Mschf, the Brooklyn-based...
Kiya Tomlin creates fashion collection for Macy’s Ross Park Mall
Kiya Tomlin shopped at Macy’s growing up in Morristown, N.J. “I am a mall shopper, a department store shopper,” Tomlin, a Pittsburgh-based fashion designer, said Wednesday. “When you wanted something nice you went to Macy’s. Being able to design for the Macy’s customer … I am honored.” Tomlin collaborated with...
How to buy a wedding dress during a pandemic
In the showroom at MB Bride & Special Occasion, Tracey Hess holds two essential devices for bridal-wear shopping these days: An iPhone is in her right hand and an iPad in her left. She positions the electronics with precision, so the people she’s connecting with virtually can see the dress...
Grab a gown: Bridal shop donates dresses to St. Vincent De Paul in Monessen for a sale
Brides, here’s an opportunity to find the wedding dress of your dreams at a price you won’t believe. The St. Vincent De Paul Society Thrift Store in Monessen, located at 1701 Grand Blvd., is having a Say “Yes” to the Dress Sale from 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday....
Steel City Clothing evolves from a basement to a building
The Pittsburgh brand continues to grow in popularity as does Steel City Clothing, a one-stop shop for all things ‘Burgh, be it socks, hats, hoodies and T-shirts. Steel City Clothing, located Downtown, sells clothing showcasing an array of Pittsburgh staples ranging from Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood and Heinz to pierogis and...
Shoe line by Pine designer to be featured at Aspinwall boutique
Shannon Slack wants you to walk in her shoes. The Mt. Lebanon native, who lives in Pine, launched a shoe line called Luna Selene. The footwear collection is designed to fashionable and functional. “I wanted to create shoes that were timeless and that women could wear from work to a...
Label Shopper fills need for Alle-Kiski Valley residents, Hyde Park Plaza
A New York-based discount chain opened a new store in Allegheny Township in October, but it took a while for many people to notice. “Nobody even knew we were here until we got our sign last week,” said Jessica Campbell, manager of the Label Shopper store in Hyde Park Plaza....
Levi’s home collection deepens Target relationship
Jeans maker Levi Strauss & Co. is deepening its partnership with Target Corp. by launching its first-ever home collection at the discount chain. Levi’s limited time only 100-item collection of denim-inspired tableware, quilts, pillows and other items will be launched on Target’s website and most Target stores on Feb. 28....
Style, fashion play at President Biden’s inauguration
Inauguration Day was a bold and blue day. The new first lady Jill Biden on Wednesday wore an ocean-blue dress by designer Alexandra O’Neill and matching long coat and gloves as she accompanied her husband, President Joe Biden. President Biden donned a blue tie and blue suit and overcoat by...
5-generation dress shop Carlisle’s Bridal of Pittsburgh set to close its doors
There won’t be a happily-ever-after for this wedding business. After 133 years, Carlisle’s Bridal of Pittsburgh, the oldest bridal shop in the U.S. according to store owner Jan Winner, will close Feb. 28. Winner, the great-great-granddaughter of the founder Sophia Carlisle, said there are many reasons for the end of...
Kamala Harris’ team says it was blindsided by VP-elect’s Vogue cover
Vice President-elect Kamala Harris has landed on the cover of the February issue of Vogue magazine, but her team says there’s a problem: the shot of the country’s soon-to-be No. 2 leader isn’t what both sides had agreed upon, her team says. Instead of the powder blue power suit Harris...
Crocs, the kicks you love to hate, are 2020’s cool shoe
In late October, Crocs, the Colorado-based brand known for its lightweight and bulbous clogs, reported its quarterly earnings. It was a stark contrast to other fashion brands hobbled by the ongoing pandemic — think J. Crew and Brooks Brothers, two gentlemen’s clothiers from another era that both filed for bankruptcy...
Holiday window display competition in Pittsburgh to support artists, causes
The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership is adding a twist to holiday window displays with a contest this season. “As a retail store, your window displays are one of the most important marketing tools you have,” said Suzanne Mauro, a Pittsburgh-based retail consultant. “They can make someone passing by, enter your store...
Get a pair of rare, collectible sneakers in newly opened Neecs Sneaks in Greensburg
Silver and gold, stocks and bonds, are all tried-and-true investments. But Nico Giannilli of Unity is betting his financial success on another hot commodity — sneakers. Not the worn-down, smelly footwear you schlep around in, but the pricey, celebrity-endorsed kicks that go for big bucks. Giannilli, 24, has been amassing...
Goodbye, ugly Christmas sweater — hello, holiday-themed mask
Forget the ugly Christmas sweater — the holiday-themed mask is the hot, new look this year. “We can’t even keep them stocked,” said Beth DeNillo, manager of Bella Unique Boutique in downtown Greensburg. “They’re very popular,” she added. “Our customers are saying, ‘If we have to wear them, we might...
Designer Days celebrates 5 decades of fashion in Pittsburgh
Designer Days will celebrate its 50th anniversary with less fanfare, but not without style. The five decades-long shopping event will be held Thursday through Monday at Thriftique in Lawrenceville. The pandemic has caused the event to be scaled back. “This is our 50th year, so we had to do something,”...
Pittsburgh Steelers to walk virtual runway in fashion event
Steelers Cornerback Joe Haden has all the moves — off the field too. Just ask his teammates. “In the locker room, we all joke that Haden is always styling,” said linebacker Bud Dupree. “He is on another level. We watch and emulate him.” “Joe is Mr. Fashion,” said wide receiver...
Vintage416 clothing and accessories boutique to open in Millvale
A young Alayna Gallagher would visit her mom’s closet to try on dresses and high heels that were way too big. Next, she’d put on necklaces and bracelets and rings. And oftentimes add a little makeup. One of her mother’s purses would complete the look. Her mom’s friends would give...
FestivalAFRICANA fashion and art show reaches from Paris to Pittsburgh
A trip to Paris turned into a collaboration with the city of Pittsburgh. “When I went to Paris I met so many creative people, and we talked about ways we can continue to support black creativity and equity when it comes to fashion,” said Pittsburgh-based Demeatria Boccella, who founded FashionAFRICANA...
One Brilliant in Aspinwall can style you and your home
Customers can feel at home shopping at One Brilliant in Aspinwall. The women’s clothing and accessories boutique launched “One Brilliant Home,” a stylish line of products to spruce up an abode as well as leisure wear such as comfy bathrobes, soft pajamas and cozy slippers for those whose office is...
Wight Elephant Boutique in Greensburg and Irwin wins industry award
Offering “standout style for the standout girl” has paid off for Wight Elephant Boutique, with locations in Greensburg and Irwin. The specialty women’s wear and accessories shop was named Pennsylvania’s 2020 Storefront Boutique of the Year in awards hosted by The Boutique Hub & Shop the Best Boutiques, an online...
Jason Wu puts on a fashion week show before a tiny audience
Jason Wu did what few designers dare during New York Fashion Week: He put on a live show Sunday with a tiny audience present in the middle of a pandemic. Why? “I think the world needs beauty and optimism,” the designer told The Associated Press after his beach-themed show. “New...
Because of pandemic, Pittsburgh Fashion Week has virtual look this year
Pittsburgh Fashion Week will have a signature look this year. Because of the pandemic, the event is being held virtually Sept. 21-25. There won’t be an in-person runway show, but there will be plenty of style, said John Valentine, executive director of the Downtown Community Development Corp., which is hosting...
YWCA’s 15th annual ‘Girls in Pearls’ fashion show goes virtual
Fashionistas can check out the latest in affordable fall fashion from the comfort of their homes, as the annual YWCA Westmoreland County Girls in Pearls Fashion Show goes virtual. Set for 5:30 p.m. Oct. 26, the 15th annual show will feature clients, customers and friends of the YWCA modeling clothing...
‘Shopopoly’ to showcase Downtown Pittsburgh’s business district
The Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership’s latest promotion is a Golden Triangle take on an iconic board game. “Monopoly” has become “Shopopoly.” Customers who visit stores from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday and get a color-coded game card (available at the shops or in Market Square) stamped to be entered into...