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Category: Apparel
Original Penguin Pop-up Opens In Aspen
The pop-up store will serve as a sneak peek into the brand’s upcoming new store concept.

Dick’s To Open Three Additional Stores In May
With the grand opening of new stores in Georgia and California, Dick’s will have 697 locations in the country.

Foot Locker Foundation Supports College Dreams For 20 High School Students
Stated Richard Johnson, chairman and chief executive officer, Foot Locker, “With today’s escalating costs of college tuition and student debt, our commitment to education has become more important than ever.”

Perry Ellis Q1 Tops Guidance
Perry Ellis International reported earnings and sales both exceeded internal guidance in the first quarter with “particular strength in Golf Lifestyle Apparel and Nike Swim.”

Hibbett Sports’ Q1 Profits Slide
Hibbett Sports Inc. reported earnings in the first quarter slumped 25.1 percent as same-store sales decreased 4.9 percent. Earnings landed at the high end of guidance provided on April 27.

Ralph Lauren Hires President And CEO
Patrice Louvet, formerly group president, global beauty at Procter & Gamble, has been named president and chief executive officer.

Varsity Brands Hosts School Spirit Awards
The event, presented by BSN Sports, Varsity Spirit and Herff Jones, recognizes schools, school groups and individuals who go the extra mile to build school pride, student engagement and community spirit.

Columbia Sportswear’s President And COO Departs
Bryan Timm’s responsibilities will be handled by other members of the senior management team while the company continues to work through its previously announced operating model assessment that was initiated during the first quarter of 2017.

Adidas Appoints Managing Directors For Western Europe And Emerging Markets
Following the appointment of Gil Steyaert as executive board member responsible for global operations, Alain Pourcelot will succeed Gil Steyaert in the role of managing director Western Europe with immediate effect.
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Readies For Spring Show
Connect will be attended by 105 independent specialty retailers and 102 vendor brands.

TJX Cos. Sees Q1 Comps Inch Up 1 Percent
The off-pricer marked its weakest gain of any quarter since 2014 although it maintained its guidance for the year.

Report: Denver One Of Three Outdoor Retailer Finalists
According to an article in The Denver Post, Denver is a finalist in the race to become the new host of the twice-yearly trade show.
REI’s Chief Technology Officer To Join Lululemon
Julie Averill, CIO at REI, is joining Lululemon as EVP and chief technology officer, according to a report from GeekWire.

Neff Headwear Sold To Mad Engine
Mad Engine has acquired Neff Headwear from Marlin Equity Partners and the Neff Family. With this acquisition, Neff founder Shaun Neff will be joining Mad Engine as its chief creative officer.