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ModCloth taps former Bonobos CFO Antonio Nieves as new CEO

ModCloth has officially tapped the talents of Antonio Nieves to streamline the company's growth. The fashion-forward retailer confirmed that Nieves will be taking over the role as chief executive officer officially. As the former chief financial officer of Bonobos, Nieves will work with Modcloth to help build the brand. He also previously worked...

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ModCloth shies away from Black Friday and donates 5 million to charity

The quirky fashion e-tailer has ‘broken up’ with Black Friday: instead of boasting their seasonal deals, ModCloth will promote values such as spending quality time with family and friends and will donate 5 million dollars in merchandising to Dress For Success. ModCloth, part of the Walmart fashion portfolio since earlier this year, has decided...

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ModCloth to shut down for Black Friday

ModCloth, the retailer known for women's vintage inspired apparel, decor and gifts, has announced that this year they will be shutting down their site for Black Friday. In an effort to promote more family time, ModCloth decided to forego being another retailer that's part of the day after Thanksgiving discount craze. Not only will they be...

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Walmart confirms it has added ModCloth to its e-commerce portfolio

“As we continue to grow our e-commerce presence, Walmart has acquired the assets and operations of ModCloth, one of the top online speciality retailers of unique women’s fashion and accessories,” announced the department store operator on its web on March,17. Walmart has in fact acquired the assets and operations of online speciality fashion...

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Modcloth opens first brick-and-mortar in Texas

Vintage e-tailer ModCloth has recently made a couple of changes to its company including introducing different styles. In addition to these alterations, the retro-inspired apparel company is opening a new brick-and-mortar in Austin, Texas. ModCloth launched in 2002 from co-founders Susan Gregg Koger and Eric Koger as an e-commerce site. The...

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ModCloth matures its apparel along with business plan

Retro-inspired retailer ModCloth is expanding in more ways than one. Along with the new opening of retail stores, the vintage apparel company is also introducing more normalized, sophisticated styles in its inventory. Since ModCloth’s launch in 2002 from co-founders Susan Gregg Koger and Eric Koger, the brand has been favorably known for its...

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ModCloth brings in new chief technology officer

Los Angeles - Vintage apparel brand ModCloth has undergone multiple staff changes this year. After changing their vice president of stores and two other executive roles; the e-tailer also just hired a new chief technology officer. The San Francisco-based company recently hired Nicolas Genest to fulfill the role. Previously, he worked as a chief...

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ModCloth adds three new hires for expansion

Los Angeles - Vintage clothing brand ModCloth has been making major steps to building out the label’s name. By adding on three new executives, the company plans to focus largely on the expanding the brand’s retail presence. The three new hires also include two new positions for the company. The two roles include directing retail expansion and...

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Lizz Wasserman is named ModCloth's fashion director

E-tailer ModCloth just hired Lizz Wasserman as its first fashion director. The vintage brand offers indie-inspired, retro pieces including skirts, dresses, blouses, bottoms, and more. The e-commerce site made the decision to bring in Wasserman to work out of the company’s Los Angeles office. According to WWD, she came into the job due to her...

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Modcloth stops using word "plus"

Modcloth, the online retailer of women's vintage inspired clothing, has dared to go where few fashion brands have dared to go. They have announced that they will no longer be using the term "plus." Instead, the brand will now be referring to their sizes for full-figured women as "extended sizes." The word "plus" is slowly being erased from...

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ModCloth launched in-house line and hosts pop-up in SF

E-tailer ModCloth is known for their vintage-inspired chic clothing. Recently, the brand announced that it will launch its first ever in-house line under a new chief executive officer. In addition to this new launch, the brand is also hosting a temporary boutique in San Francisco that opens this week. Matt Kaness, the new CEO, has led the...

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Studio Mucci and ModCloth collaborate to show off plus-size summer looks

Studio Mucci, design firm brought to life by Amina Mucciolo, recently collaborated with ModCloth to bring attention to the plus-size fashion market. Studio Mucci’s new lookbook was showcased by the collaboration with ModCloth, emphasizing all different sizes clothing and apparel. Amina Mucciolo, founder of Studio Mucci, decided to partner with...