Cheryl Burke Wearing Cynthia Rowley and TACORI

Cheryl Burke wore Cynthia Rowley and TACORI while on New York Live this afternoon! The Dancing With The Stars pro accessorized her Cynthia Rowley dress with TACORI's Black Onyx Bangle (style no. SB16019, $1,050) and Black Onyx Ring (style no. SR14719, $1,840; www.tacori.com).  

Macy's and Bloomingdale's to open Stores in Abu Dhabi

Macy's, Inc. today announced that Macy's and Bloomingdale's stores plan to open in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2018 as part of a strategic partnership with Al Tayer Group LLC, a leading UAE-based company with diversified businesses. This will be Macy's first international store location and the second for Bloomingdale's.

The Macy's and Bloomingdale's stores will anchor Al Maryah Central, a new super-regional shopping destination on Al Maryah Island being developed by Gulf Related, a joint venture between Related Companies and Gulf Capital. The 3.1-million-square-foot mixed-use development will include retail, cafés and restaurants, extensive entertainment options, a cinema, health club, luxury hotel and residential towers.

The Macy's (205,000 square feet on four levels) and Bloomingdale's (230,000 square feet on four levels) stores will offer a merchandise assortment, ambience and customer service similar to each brand's shopping experience in the United States, while also being sensitive to local preferences and customers. The stores will be operated by Al Tayer Group under license agreements with Macy's, Inc. Al Tayer Group also opened and operates the highly successful Bloomingdale's which opened in Dubai in 2010.

"As a spectacular new world-class shopping destination, Al Maryah Central provides an outstanding opportunity to introduce Macy's to customers who live and work in the booming UAE market, as well as to visitors who come from around the world for events, business and holidays," said Terry Lundgren, Macy's, Inc. chairman and chief executive officer. "Macy's and Bloomingdale's already are well known globally. They are destinations for international tourists to the United States and play an important role in popular culture domestically and globally.

"We are continuing to study various international markets and to better understand how customers worldwide shop in stores, online and via mobile. While macys.com and bloomingdales.com have been selling online in about 100 nations since 2011, we are especially interested in the omnichannel dynamics of worldwide markets, and the role that physical stores play in that equation. While we continue to evaluate store development opportunities around the world, we are committing now to take advantage of this unique opportunity in Abu Dhabi with two partners who we know very well, Al Tayer Group and Gulf Related, with the development of Al Maryah Central," Lundgren said.
"Bloomingdale's has been a standout success in Dubai, and we look forward to expanding our business into Abu Dhabi," said Tony Spring, chairman and chief executive officer of Bloomingdale's. "Customers in the UAE have come to recognize Bloomingdale's for the high quality of designers and luxury goods we sell in an attentive high-service environment. We take great pride in making Bloomingdale's like no other store in the world. Al Tayer Group has been a tremendous partner that shares Bloomingdale's high standards."

"We are delighted to extend our successful partnership with Macy's Inc., with the launch of Macy's and Bloomingdale's in Abu Dhabi. Having recorded almost five successful years with Bloomingdale's-Dubai, we are confident that the offering from Macy's will have an equally strong appeal in the Middle East region. Both Macy's and Bloomingdale's have entrenched themselves as market leaders in department store retailing in the U.S., and we look forward to delivering the same unrivalled shopping experience to customers in Abu Dhabi," said Khalid Al Tayer, CEO - Retail, Al Tayer Group.

About Macy's, Inc.

Macy's, Inc., with corporate offices in Cincinnati and New York, is one of the nation's premier retailers, with fiscal 2013 sales of $27.931 billion. The company operates about 840 stores in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Guam and Puerto Rico under the names of Macy's and Bloomingdale's, as well as the macys.com and bloomingdales.com websites. The company also operates 13 Bloomingdale's Outlet stores. Bloomingdale's in Dubai is operated by Al Tayer Group LLC under a license agreement.

About Al Tayer Group

Al Tayer Group is a diversified regional business established in 1979 with its headquarters in Dubai, UAE. Since its inception, the Group has grown rapidly and currently operates in 12 countries in the Middle-East and beyond. It has built leading operations in multiple sectors, including automotive, contracting, distribution, retail, and services.

Al Tayer Group represents over 600 global leading brands that span from Ferrari, Ford, Land Rover and Jaguar, among others, in the automotive sector to brands like ABB and Danzas in services.
In retail, Al Tayer Group has firmly anchored its position as a leader in the Middle East through the representation of major brands such as Alexander McQueen, Boucheron, Bottega Veneta, Coach, Dolce & Gabbana, Emilio Pucci, Giorgio Armani and Jimmy Choo, to name but a few. Al Tayer Group is also responsible for opening and operating the largest Harvey Nichols outside the United Kingdom as well as the first Bloomingdale's stores outside the United States. Complementing its position in luxury retail, the Group's portfolio also includes leading lifestyle brands such as Gap, Banana Republic and Crate and Barrel. The Group also has Joint Ventures with Bulgari, Gucci, Prada and Saint Laurent. The retail division represents over 35 of the world's most renowned brands and operates over 200 stores in the region.

About Gulf Related

Gulf Related is a regional real estate development company focused on retail, residential and high-end mixed-use real estate developments in the Middle East. Gulf Related represents a joint-venture between Gulf Capital, one of the Middle East's leading alternative asset management firms, and Related Companies, one of the largest private real estate development and investment firms in the United States. The Gulf Related team leverages its core competencies from Related in real estate planning, development and management; while Gulf Capital brings strong regional relationships, access to deal flow, and fund raising capabilities. Gulf Related is focused on pursuing marquee large-scale mixed-use real estate development opportunities in Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia.

All statements in this press release that are not statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of Macy's management and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements contained in this release because of a variety of factors, including conditions to, or changes in the timing of, proposed transactions, prevailing interest rates and non-recurring charges, competitive pressures from specialty stores, general merchandise stores, off-price and discount stores, manufacturers' outlets, the Internet, mail-order catalogs and television shopping and general consumer spending levels, including the impact of the availability and level of consumer debt, the effect of weather and other factors identified in documents filed by Macy's, Inc. with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Elle Fanning in New Orleans

Elle Fanning was photographed wearing STRÖM Brand on September 23rd in New Orleans.  The newly brunette star enjoyed a day of sightseeing in her Femton Boyfriends in Swirl ($210, www.strombrand.com).

James Avery Jewelry at Dillard's

James Avery, a family-owned jewelry retailer, announces a new business relationship with Dillard's, Inc. (DDS: NYSE, "Dillard's"). Beginning in mid-October 2014, a selection of James Avery jewelry will be showcased at 43 Dillard's Department Stores within 15 states and online at www.dillards.com.
James Avery Jewelry offers a comprehensive collection of designs for women and men that are unique to the marketplace and crafted in sterling silver, gold, and gemstones. The jeweler is widely recognized for its inspiring traditional collections, contemporary new designs, and its extensive offering of keepsake charms.

Chris Avery, President and CEO, comments: "As we enter our 60th year, we are very pleased to be entering this relationship with Dillard's, a company that shares our values of integrity, ingenuity, and a commitment to genuine, caring customer service.  We are looking forward to working with the Dillard's team to offer customers a nice selection of artfully crafted James Avery designs."
Dillard's Vice President Merchandising, William Dillard, III, stated, "We could not be more excited to bring James Avery to our customers. I've admired the brand for years. As I've gotten to know them over the past months, my respect for who they are and the integrity of what they do has only deepened. We are confident they will be a great fit in our stores and our customers will love their products as much as we do."

About James Avery Jewelry

Established in 1954, the company has grown over the last 60 years from a one man endeavor in a garage, into a team of over 2,000 employees including designers, craftspeople, sales associates, and support staff. Designs are originated by artisans in the James Avery   design studio and then finely crafted and produced by skilled individuals at the company's five workshops.  More information about James Avery is available online at www.jamesavery.com/about or on Facebook www.facebook.com/JamesAvery.


About Dillard's

Dillard's, Inc. ranks among the nation's largest fashion apparel, cosmetics and home furnishings retailers with annual revenues exceeding $6.2 billion. The Company focuses on delivering maximum fashion and value to its shoppers by offering compelling selections complemented by exceptional customer care. Dillard's stores offer a broad selection of merchandise and feature products from both national and exclusive brand sources. The Company operates 278 Dillard's locations and 18 clearance centers spanning 29 states plus an Internet store at www.dillards.com. For more information, visit Dillards.com.

Malin Akerman in Lily Skinny Straights

Malin Akerman was photographed wearing Level 99 in Los Angeles last month. The Swedish beauty rocked the Lily Skinny Straights in Crawford while out and about with her son. 

A favorite among celebrities, this style has been seen on Jessica Alba, January Jones, Alessandra Ambrosio and Ashley Benson ($125, www.level99jeans.com)

For Fall 2014, Level 99 launched a high waisted version of this style, the Tanya High Rise Skinny in Crawford ($130).

Olivia Palermo’s Engagement Ring

There’s certainly been buzz around the spotting of Olivia Palermo’s engagement ring. Since her engagement and her nuptials, which happened just weeks ago, the public hasn’t been able to get a glance of the ring, but finally, they have! The yellow square-cut diamond looks elegant and timeless, and has certainly brought to life a trend for the bride-to-be. From Carrie Underwood to Kelly Clarkson to Adele, these ladies are sporting the color yellow as their “pop of color.” Want something similar? Harry Kotlar, the premier source for the highest quality and finest cut diamonds, has some spectacular options. Varying in price and cut, Harry Kotlar, has a ring for everyone and anyone looking for this certain sparkle (www.harrykotlar.com). 

Noelle Reno at Blue & Cream

Noelle Reno from Bravo TV’s Ladies of London and LuLu's Estate Jewelry will be hosting a pop-up event at Blue & Cream in East Hampton, August 23rd 2014 from 6 to 8 PM. LuLu’s Estate Jewelry is a fourth generation family-owned  business which curates an exclusive and diversified collection, including heritage pieces dating back to 1920s art deco to contemporary “must haves” from the prestigious houses of Cartier, Tiffany, Bulgari and Rolex. 

Don’t miss this one-time event or you might miss a one-of-a-kind piece!