New York Fashion Week—That’s A Wrap!

Another New York Fashion Week is officially in the books. The event wrapped up Friday with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger, previewing their fall collections. Tommy Hilfiger returned to his preppy roots for his fall collection. The models in his show sashayed down the runway in classic tweeds, cable-knit sweaters, plaids and peacoats. One fashion editor called it: “A sophisticated twist on the collegiate look.” Hilfiger also got rave reviews for a turtleneck sweater dress with horizontal black-and-white stripes, and a plaid cape, which featured a reflective lining and a reflective … Continue reading

Hi-Tech Window Shopping

This could mean real trouble for shopoholics. Ralph Lauren is giving the phrase “window shopping” new meaning. The one-of-a-kind display at the Polo Ralph Lauren Store on Madison Avenue in New York City lets you purchase merchandise by simply touching part of the store’s window. Okay, it’s actually a high-tech touch screen mounted to the store window, but it allows you the same amount of shopping freedom. You can purchase items without having to endure long lines at the cash register. And since you don’t even need to enter the store you won’t have to deal with pushy sales people … Continue reading

Ralph Lauren Takes Window Shopping to the Extreme

A few years ago I was addicted to purchasing clothes online. I’ve never really been a fan of crowded stores or crowded malls and got really excited about my new ability to scroll through pages upon pages of fantastic clothing items and with the click of a button have all of my selections sent to my house. Back to School shopping was made much easier by the internet in my opinion. Five years ago I was shopping for T-shirts on my computer monitor, for this back to school season Ralph Lauren is allowing you to use the window of their … Continue reading