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ON A RELATED NOTE...

Ralph Lauren Bets Big on Fashion Island with New Store
January 20, 2026
The brand’s expansion comes paired with California’s first-ever Ralph’s Coffee as the heritage label grows its footprint in “key cities.”

Revolve’s New Department Store Concept Debuts at The Grove
January 13, 2026
The fashion company’s store is a big investment in multi-brand retail as the group accelerates its brick-and-mortar push.

Mixed Bag for Guess Inc. as Europe Offsets Declines
November 28, 2025
Even with softness in certain parts of the business, the overall performance rode out the more rugged spots.
