I raised my child in a shopping mall. Not the kind of my youth: An enclosed, 1980’s dark-floored cave with a Spencer’s and The Limited, Orange Julius, and Chick-Fil-A; a constant fountain whooooooshing in the background. No, this shopping mall is a modern, outdoor arrangement with a small fountain in which people throw pennies along with doomed and prophetic wishes. It has every conceivable type of food, a bookstore, Best Buy, Chuck E. Cheese, and more boutiques and large brand names than anyone could ever shop in a day. This all occurs to me as my now-19-year-old daughter, Isabel, gets ready to graduate from college. She was raised in a shopping…
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Surprising discovery after shopping in Paris
In the grand tradition of not knowing what to pack for a holiday in Paris, I decided not to overthink it, and just threw some basics into my suitcase. I checked the weather outlook, which naturally enough said it was going to be hot and sunny and rainy and cold on the same day. So, I packed jeans, T-shirts, a cotton sweater and sneakers. Also, a pair of flat velvet sandals I can walk kilometres in comfortably – but can pass muster in a fancy boutique or restaurant. What else? A light trench coat, a couple of silk blouses and some designer track pants. Hoop earrings. A classic black cross-body…
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US’ Pinterest to acquire AI-powered shopping platform The Yes
US’ Pinterest is set to acquire The Yes, an AI powered shopping platform for fashion, that enables users to shop a personalised feed based on the user’s active input on brand, style, and size. The team at The Yes has built an extensive fashion taxonomy that uses human expertise and machine learning to power a comprehensive algorithm in fashion. Pinterest believes that The Yes’ leadership, innovative technology, and talented team, combining shopping expertise with fashion industry credibility, will help accelerate Pinterest’s vision for it to be the home of taste-driven shopping, Pinterest said in a press release. US’ Pinterest is set to acquire The Yes, an AI powered…
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Pinterest to Acquire THE YES, an AI Powered Shopping Platform for Fashion –
SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Pinterest, Inc. (NYSE: PINS) – Today, Pinterest is announcing that it’s signed a definitive agreement to acquire THE YES, an AI powered shopping platform for fashion that enables users to shop a personalized feed based on the user’s active input on brand, style, and size. Pinterest believes that THE YES’s leadership, innovative technology and talented team, combining shopping expertise with fashion industry credibility, will help accelerate Pinterest’s vision for it to be the home of taste-driven shopping. With hundreds of brand merchants on its platform, the team at THE YES has built an extensive fashion taxonomy that uses human expertise and machine learning to power a comprehensive algorithm…
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25 Memorial Day 2022 clothing sales worth shopping for right now
Memorial Day weekend sales are already in full swing. From savings on mattresses and furniture to deals on beauty favorites, you can find just about anything you’re looking for on sale — including fashion essentials. Related If you’re hoping to revamp your wardrobe on a budget before summer rolls around, you’re in luck. We found discounts as steep as 50% on everything from swimsuits to pajamas from retailers like Levi’s, J.Crew, Target and more. Below, we rounded up a few of those deals that we think are worth checking out right now. To shop this article by category, click on the links below. Amazon Memorial Day clothing sale You can…
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The 2022 Memorial Day Fashion Sales That Are Actually Worth Shopping
For many people in the United States, Memorial Day kicks off the long-awaited season of beach days, backyard barbecues, and relaxing summer getaways. Thrifty shoppers, however, also know that this time of the year is as an opportune moment to refresh your summer wardrobe, stocking up on all the essentials while they’re offered at a reduced price. During the last weekend in May, the discounts are plenty — and it looks like this year, too, the 2022 Memorial Day fashion sales won’t disappoint for those looking for bargain prices. Several Memorial Day-adjacent sales are already underway. Indie Australian label With Jéan, for instance, is currently selling one of its popular…
