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Thursday, August 13, 2026

#FashionAlert #WestCoastPeachy FASHION by Informa’s Las Vegas Marketplace Returns: Where Wholesale Buyers Meet Emerging Brands for Retail Innovation & Apparel Sourcing Our Coverage Sponsored by Hallak Cleaners the Couture Cleaner @hallakcleaners @hallakcouturecleaner

For sixty years, Hallak Cleaners the Couture Cleaner has been entrusted with Manhattan’s finest wardrobes. The official cleaner of Whom You Know since 2012, Hallak is the only cleaner Peachy Deegan would ever use and we are honored to work with them. New York’s fashion boutiques have been recommending Hallak to their loyal customers for years. They understand the importance of quality fabric care and protecting their client’s investment. While Hallak is known for their expert handling of couture and other precious items, they also make it a point to give your more casual garments the same level of attention. Their representatives are always on the look out for the hard-to-notice stains, loose seams, missing buttons, etc. You can trust Hallak Cleaners with your entire wardrobe and then some. A sample of some of their specialized services:

Tables & Bed Linens 

Suede, Leather & Furs 

Couture & Casual Wear 

Custom Interior Services 




Expert tailoring department located at both locations. 

Complimentary Pick Up and Delivery Service 6 Days a Week. 

Hallak Cleaners 
1232 Second Avenue (near 65th) 
New York, NY 10065 






If you have any questions or would like to schedule a pick up, please feel free to email us at info@hallak.com

***For sixty years, Hallak Cleaners the Couture Cleaner has been entrusted with Manhattan’s finest wardrobes. The official cleaner of Whom You Know since 2012, Hallak is the only cleaner Peachy Deegan would ever use and we are honored to work with them. New York’s fashion boutiques have been recommending Hallak to their loyal customers for years. They understand the importance of quality fabric care and protecting their client’s investment. While Hallak is known for their expert handling of couture and other precious items, they also make it a point to give your more casual garments the same level of attention. Their representatives are always on the look out for the hard-to-notice stains, loose seams, missing buttons, etc. You can trust Hallak Cleaners with your entire wardrobe and then some. A sample of some of their specialized services:

Tables & Bed Linens 

Suede, Leather & Furs 

Couture & Casual Wear 

Custom Interior Services 




Expert tailoring department located at both locations. 

Complimentary Pick Up and Delivery Service 6 Days a Week. 

Hallak Cleaners 
1232 Second Avenue (near 65th) 
New York, NY 10065 






If you have any questions or would like to schedule a pick up, please feel free to email us at info@hallak.com

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FASHION by Informa's Las Vegas Marketplace returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center August 10-12, 2026, bringing together the industry's most comprehensive platform for fashion commerce. The event provides exposure to the full spectrum of fashion commerce, from emerging designers and contemporary brands to large-scale manufacturing solutions and value-driven inventory. By uniting MAGIC, PROJECT, SOURCING, and OFFPRICE by Informa in a single destination, the event enables brands, retailers, manufacturers, and buyers to address their end-to-end needs across all fashion categories in one efficient visit.

Industry professionals attend the Las Vegas Marketplace to access thousands of exhibitors and streamline their sourcing, buying, and partnership development. Attendees gain critical market intelligence, identify new business opportunities across multiple categories and price points, and build relationships with partners who can support their growth objectives.


Product Diversity and Industry-Leading Brands

An extensive range of categories and collections designed to meet the evolving needs of today's fashion retailers will be on display. The marketplace attracts top attendees from over 60 countries, with the United States, Mexico, Canada, and Panama leading attendance.

MAGIC highlights women's trend, young contemporary, accessories, and footwear, with top exhibitors including Place Showroom, THML, Steve Madden, 7FAMK, and Free People. Growth areas include handbags, trend, contemporary active market, and footwear.

PROJECT features men's Y2K, sport, and streetwear collections, with leading brands such as Honor the Gift, Dickies, Mitchell & Ness, Scotch & Soda, and MARKET Studios. Key growth areas include Y2K, sport, contemporary apparel, and footwear.

SOURCING connects manufacturers, suppliers, and technology service providers from over 30 countries, including Türkiye, Egypt, Peru, Vietnam, China, and many more, offering buyers diverse global sourcing options. This year's event hosts exciting new activation areas dedicated to Outdoor, Sports & Lifestyle, expanding the show's scope to meet evolving industry demands. Top categories to be found on the show floor include footwear, apparel manufacturing, sustainability, fabric, trim & packaging, as well as accessories. The event also welcomes three new international pavilions showcasing Cotton USA, Uzbekistan, and Africa.

OFFPRICE delivers margin-building opportunities across women's, men's, and kids' products, featuring exhibitors like D&L Apparel and Nima Accessories, with growth in non-apparel, cash & carry, and licensed goods.


Innovative Experiences and Enhanced Networking

FASHION by Informa introduces several new features designed to elevate the marketplace experience:Swag Spot: A reimagined take on the traditional swag bag, this interactive experience allows retailers to browse and select quality, on-trend products from a curated shop.
Community Meetups: Intimate networking sessions hosted by industry thought leaders on the show floor, bringing together niche communities within the retail audience to discuss opportunities facing their businesses.
Enhanced Nightlife: In collaboration with Tao Hospitality and Wynn Nightlife, the marketplace offers a full week of after-hours parties at premier venues including Omnia Night Club and Encore Beach Club.
Paid Education Workshop Series: A new two-day series on August 10 and 11. Day one will be focused on fashion technology and powered by Fashionology. Day two will feature sessions on trends, social media, marketing, and branding with key partners like TikTok Shop, Future Snoops, and Camille Moore.

In addition, the Business Solutions Center will be returning to Las Vegas to showcase different technologies and solutions along with live demonstrations and education throughout the day. This section will feature companies including Lightspeed, TikTok Shop, Pantone, Basic3PL, Tryverse, Third Eye Insights, Praella, Togzy.ai, Future Snoops, ShipSigma, Retail Smart Guys, and more.

“This August, we're bringing together thousands of brands across MAGIC, PROJECT, SOURCING, and OFFPRICE at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Buyers will find everything from contemporary apparel and accessories to manufacturing solutions and value-driven product, all in one destination. It's designed to maximize efficiency and help our community make the connections that matter most for their businesses,” says Emilie Lewis, VP of Events, FASHION by Informa.

Retail Participation

Confirmed retailers set to attend include Apricot Lane Boutique, ASOS, Buckle, Dillard's, Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom, Zumiez, Stately, Hibbett, LL Bean, Express, Speedo, Vans, Windsor, Factory Connection, Burlington, Dunham Sports, Bealls, Ross Stores, and TJX. These leading retail buyers will explore the latest collections and identify emerging trends to bring fresh merchandise to their stores.

From established department store chains to specialty boutiques and value retailers, this diverse group represents a powerful cross-section of the retail landscape, all seeking to curate compelling assortments that resonate with today's consumers. The event provides an invaluable platform, through multiple retailer programs such as Brand Curation, for retailers to evaluate new partnerships and participate in strategic matchmaking initiatives that connect them to brands through intentionally curated, one-on-one business meetings.



Education and Key Partnerships

FASHION by Informa features a robust education program designed to equip attendees with actionable insights and strategies. Sessions across MAGIC, PROJECT, and SOURCING address critical industry topics, providing attendees with the knowledge needed to navigate today's dynamic fashion landscape and drive business success.

Education topics throughout the three-day marketplace include Building a Retail Business That Lasts, AI-Ready Fashion: Powering Design, Discovery, and Sales in the New Search Era, Licensing 101, Creating In-Store Experiences That Drive Traffic & Revenue, and many more.

A collaboration with The Boutique Hub further enhances MAGIC’s value by combining access to leading fashion brands with proven boutique success strategies. Fashionology will also host a "Fashion Tech Summit Day" on August 10. Additionally, SOURCING by Informa welcomes HGI, Hertzman Global, as a new education partner this season.

Through MAGIC, PROJECT, SOURCING, and OFFPRICE by Informa, the Las Vegas marketplace creates platforms for commerce, innovation, and community that drive the fashion industry forward.

For more information about the Las Vegas Marketplace or to register, visit www.fashionbyinforma.com.

About MAGIC by Informa

MAGIC is a high-energy fashion experience and home to the industry's largest selection of trend-driven and young contemporary apparel, footwear, and accessories. Fusing scale with intentional selection to drive commerce, creativity, and connections, MAGIC joins a global audience of retail buyers - from big-box to boutique - with influencers, media, and industry thought leaders. More than just events, MAGIC is a deeply rooted community, and a place brands and retailers call home. For more information, please visit: www.magicfashionevents.com.

About PROJECT by Informa

Representing what's both new and upcoming in men's contemporary apparel, footwear and accessories, PROJECT is where domestic and international buyers convene to be inspired by higher-end brands, find products from relevant mid-market labels, and connect with likeminded industry thought leaders and fashion insiders. Through a fusion of community, education, media, and experiences, PROJECT propels the next season's top trends, generates global awareness, and ultimately drives commerce. For more information, please visit www.projectfashionevents.com.

About SOURCING by Informa

SOURCING gives fashion businesses, brands and sourcing professionals the opportunity to connect and collaborate with a community of global manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers. With a strong presence among international exhibitors and attendees and deep domestic connections, SOURCING is a global community. With a forward-thinking approach and commitment to the evolution of the global apparel supply chain, SOURCING by Informa consistently provides access to emerging fashion technology, solutions, sustainable resources, educational content, networking, and extended visibility into the industry's most critical global issues. For more information, please visit: www.sourcingatmagic.com

About OFFPRICE by Informa

OFFPRICE is the global B2B off-price marketplace where retailers can find in-season, on-trend, brand name, and value and off-price merchandise for retail stores, e-commerce sites, or resale businesses. Showcasing thousands of quality products at 20-80% off wholesale cost, OFFPRICE plays host to a vast number of categories, including apparel, footwear and accessories for men, women and children. For more information, please visit: www.offpriceshow.com

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On What Does Pay, by Lucille Ball

"One of the things I learned the hard way was that it doesn't pay to get discouraged. Keeping busy and making optimism a way of life can restore faith in yourself."
-Lucille Ball

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#MovietimeInManhattan @WBD MARS ATTACKS! WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 4K RESOLUTION WITH HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE (HDR) AVAILABLE ON 4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAYTM AND DIGITAL ON August 11, 2026




To celebrate the film’s upcoming 30th anniversary Mars Attacks!, directed by visionary Tim Burton, will be available for purchase Digitally in 4K Ultra HD and on 4K UHD Blu-ray Disc on August 11. The newly remastered film will also include new bonus content featuring the behind-the-scenes filmmakers reflecting on the making of Mars Attacks! 30 years later.  Warner Brothers Discovery has always had the hottest movie releases and celebrations of quality moviemaking throughout the decades and we are honored to announce this groundbreaking new footage available on the 4K!  And Mars Attacks! is hilariously thrilling and you'll be entirely capitivated.

Mars Attacks! will be available to purchase on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc online and in-store at major retailers and available for purchase Digitally from Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, Fandango at Home and more.

About the Film

Superstar Jack Nicholson as the President of the United States greeting invaders from outer space? Anything can and does happen when the twisted mind of director Tim Burton plunges planet Earth into complete pandemonium in this all-star sci-fi spoof.

Mars Attacks! Digital release and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Disc contain the following new special features:Looking Back on Mars Attacks!

Filmmakers swap stories about working with Tim Burton on one of the 1990s’ wackiest alien-invasion films.


Ack! Ack! Aesthetic
Filmmakers explore the distinctive style of Mars Attacks! and reveal how then-cutting-edge CGI shaped its iconic look.


BASICS

Mars Attacks!

Ultra HD Blu-ray Languages: English, Spanish, French

Ultra HD Blu-ray Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish, French

Run Time: 106 minutes

Rating: PG-13 for sci-fi fantasy violence and brief sexuality

Digital Street Date: August 11, 2026

Physical Street Date: August 11, 2026

THE CREDITS

About Warner Bros. Home Entertainment

Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment (WBHE) distributes the award-winning movies, television, animation, and digital content produced by Warner Bros. Discovery to the homes and screens of millions through physical Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD retail sales and digital transactions on major streaming, video-on-demand cable, satellite, digital, and mobile channels. WBHE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery Content Sales, one of the world’s largest distributors of entertainment programming.

*Ultra HD showcases 4K resolution with High Dynamic Range (HDR) and a wider color spectrum, offering consumers brighter, deeper, more lifelike colors for a home entertainment viewing experience like never before.

For the complete 4K Ultra HD experience with HDR, a 4K Ultra HD TV with HDR, an Ultra HD Blu-ray player and a high-speed HDMI (category 2) cable are required.

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Sunday, August 9, 2026

THE MOVER AND SHAKER ANTHONY FERRARA SAXOPHONE HIT PARADE CONTINUES! #NewYorkNotes #StraightIntotheSunVision by #AnthonyFerrara #AnthonyFerraraSax #BigTonesBand @bigtonesband Released May 8, 2026 Earns Our Highest Recommendation @RecordingAcad @GrammyMuseum Be Sure to Read!

Straight Into the Sun Vision is the Home Run album in our opinion!
Anthony is even wearing a Green Jacket which we suppose you would wear in the Saxophone Masters!

First Base: Early Spring
Second Base: Cold Faded
Third Base: Factory Fresh

"The imagery of a black sun, as described by Straight Into The Sun Vision, was inspired by my best friend from California, Peter. Peter has what's called low vision; he's legally blind, but in his case, he still has peripheral vision. His blind spot is right in the center, an ever present black sun outshining everything that's right in front of him."

Aging like a fine wine, Anthony Ferrara has polished off another winner and has not even reached the age of 30! 
With four fabulous albums under his belt now and even proving to be multi-talented here on Straight Into the Sun Vision, Anthony shows his saxophone skills and composing magic again.
 Now, Anthony Ferrara showcases his singing voice on two tracks.  
Proving his higher evolution, he also uses the vox humana.  If the dictionary had an entry for Saxophone Precociousness, you would see Anthony's face next to it.  
Also on this album, meet the supporting band members for the first time: say enchante to Jesse Lynch, Carlo De Biaggio and Josh Farrell.  They are of his generation and they don't miss a beat.  The previous dream team rhythm section was amazing, and this new team for sure measures up and is just as phenomenal to accompany Anthony.

Straight Into the Sun Vision is more nuanced, more mature and shows your auditory function just why Anthony Ferrara is in it to win it with his genius musical skills going from excellent to the very best.

This album is brilliantly cohesive and demonstrative of Ferrara's ascending crescendo into saxophone excellence worldwide.  Ten tracks melodically meld together into a beautiful album that again proves to be both concurrently original and ambient to brighten any space, personal or professional.  

Four (Eddie Vinson) is a zippy, melodic opening that is a clearcut ear brightener that has been reinvented with Ferrara's composing prowess with beat separation that you must hear for yourself.  

The second track, On Goddess Time, we found to be introspective at times and appreciated the speed as it evolved.  The teasing nature of SPLAT, the third track, made it our favorite.  It's unique ability to capture your senses and make you a fan of jazz even if you didn't think you were puts the fun in this album.  Listen!

Candy is indeed refreshingly authentic as the jacket dictates, and it was our favorite of the two numbers Anthony Ferrara soothingly sings with class and style, and furthermore, it fits the piece.  His flawless execution evidences his depth in the music realm and we look forward to more of this.  

And Fireside Lounging isn't just for winter.  It's apropos for the summertime too!  You'll bask in the pleasant atmosphere it exudes throughout and this is a track that really sets the mood for making your day.  Double 6s references dice and we're talking boxcars.  Maybe a future song will be Snake Eyes or a Hard Six.  In any event, it's double the pleasure as it calmly caresses your auditory elements and is a lullaby listen in parts of it.

Straight Into the Sun Vision, the title track of course, is lushly laudably luxurious and is the other number where Anthony sings.  This album announces exactly how Ferrara has the talent to rearrange the classics, reimagining and reinventing something that's been done before, lifting it to new heights.  His innovative, modern takes absolutely deserve your attention and Straight Into the Sun Vision will earn your accolades.

Anthony tells Whom You Know:
Straight Into the Sun Vision has a few standards, but with our own original arrangements. Four was written by Miles Davis, but the arrangement is original. Take the Coltrane was written by Duke Ellington, but Josh Farrell, the drummer for the group, wrote the arrangement for this one. Candy was written by Johnny Mercer, but our arrangement largely draws upon the Lee Morgan arrangement (famous trumpet player). I also sing the words for 'I Can't Believe That You're In Love With Me,' which is literally an identical chord progression and was written by Jimmy McHugh in 1926, predating Candy by about 20 years:

Straight Into the Sun Vision: May 8, 2026

Four* (Miles Davis)
On Goddess Time
Splat
Candy* (Johnny Mercer)
Fireside Lounging
Double 6's
Straight Into the Sun Vision
Beyond 100
Over Stepp
Take the Coltrane* (Duke Ellington)

Straight Into the Sun Vision has earned our Highest Recommendation.





Since its inception in 2022, The Big Tones Band marks its style by covering a wide array of genres and decades that can bring any event to its highest level.

WHOM YOU KNOW IS THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE THE HIT PARADE WILL CONTINUE IN NOVEMBER WITH THE NEXT MUSICAL RELEASE SO STAY TUNED HERE!

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#CruisingPeachy @IndyCar #IndyCar De Tullio Converts Qualifying Pace Into Portland Victory

For the first time since March, Alessandro de Tullio sealed the deal.

De Tullio led all 35 laps from the pole to win the INDY NXT by Firestone Grand Prix of Portland on Sunday in the No. 14 AJ Foyt Racing entry. It was the rookie’s second victory of the season, as he also won in late March from the pole at Barber Motorsports Park.


The victory provided sweet relief for the INDYCAR development series rookie, who has shown tremendous pace in qualifying with eight pole positions this season – one shy of the series record – but had just the Barber win to show for it before today. De Tullio also crossed the finish line first from pole in June at Road America, but he and teammate Nicholas Monteiro were disqualified after post-race technical inspection discovered a sporting infraction.

“It wasn’t easy,” de Tullio said. “I had to take care of the tires. There was quite a bit of (wear) toward the end. Good race. The car was great. I can’t thank the full team enough.

“Super happy to get this one, and hopefully it sticks.”

De Tullio took the checkered flag 2.1885 seconds ahead of series veteran Lochie Hughes in the No. 26 Andretti Global car. Hughes’ teammate Max Taylor completed the podium finishers in the No. 28 Susan G. Komen entry.

Rookie Tymek Kucharczyk finished fourth in the No. 71 HMD Motorsports car, while Jacob Abel rounded out the top five in the No. 48 Abel Motorsports entry in his first series start since 2024.

The tense race for the series championship and NTT INDYCAR SERIES career enhancement package awarded to the title winner tightened even further with just three races remaining this season. Enzo Fittipaldi took over the series lead by one point with his seventh-place finish in the No. 67 HMD Motorsports car, taking the top spot from Nikita Johnson, who entered this event with a one-point margin over Fittipaldi.

Johnson finished eighth in the No. 21 Cape Motorsports Powered by ECR machine. Meanwhile, Kucharczyk drew even closer to the top two with his 11th top-five finish in 14 starts this season, as he remained third, just 18 points behind leader Fittipaldi and 17 behind Johnson.

“Tough weekend,” said Fittipaldi, who started 12th. “I don’t understand why we struggled so much this weekend. We have an idea, but it’s strange. We were looking forward to this race weekend; I thought we were going to be really strong. For some reason, we were struggling a lot.”

De Tullio left no doubt about his speed at the start, as he got a good jump at the green flag and built a small gap entering the notorious chicane in Turns 1 and 2 of the 12-turn, 1.964-mile road course. He parried a strong move by Hughes in the chicane complex and started to pull away.

“It was tough because we have to start early here as a rule, so they (rivals) get a good draft,” de Tullio said. “Lochie, obviously, is a driver with a lot of experience, and he knows how to race. So, it was difficult to hold him off there in Turn 1. We just had to go elbows out, and we kept it clean – that was most important.”

The only other drama happened when rookie Carson Etter spawned the only caution period of the race, on Lap 3. Etter spun exiting Turn 12 and nosed into the pit wall in the No. 11 Chip Ganassi Racing entry.

De Tullio rocketed from the field again on the restart on Lap 5 and never trailed. His gap to Hughes grew to nearly three seconds with 10 laps to go, as de Tullio was able to easily lap the No. 15 Cusick Morgan Motorsports machine of rookie Nicholas Stati, a task that was harder for his closest pursuers Hughes, Taylor and Kucharczyk.

Once that chasing trio cleared Stati, they set sail for de Tullio and sliced nearly a second from his lead. But there weren’t enough laps to trim that gap any further.

The next INDY NXT by Firestone race is Sunday, Aug. 30 at the Milwaukee Mile, the last oval race of the season. The 2026 season concludes with a doubleheader Sept. 5-6 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California.

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#FashionAlert CFDA and SOURCING by Informa Debuts Partnership to Advance Local Manufacturing and Fashion Supply Chain Innovation Our Coverage Sponsored by Hallak Cleaners the Couture Cleaner @hallakcleaners @hallakcouturecleaner

For sixty years, Hallak Cleaners the Couture Cleaner has been entrusted with Manhattan’s finest wardrobes. The official cleaner of Whom You Know since 2012, Hallak is the only cleaner Peachy Deegan would ever use and we are honored to work with them. New York’s fashion boutiques have been recommending Hallak to their loyal customers for years. They understand the importance of quality fabric care and protecting their client’s investment. While Hallak is known for their expert handling of couture and other precious items, they also make it a point to give your more casual garments the same level of attention. Their representatives are always on the look out for the hard-to-notice stains, loose seams, missing buttons, etc. You can trust Hallak Cleaners with your entire wardrobe and then some. A sample of some of their specialized services:

Tables & Bed Linens 

Suede, Leather & Furs 

Couture & Casual Wear 

Custom Interior Services 




Expert tailoring department located at both locations. 

Complimentary Pick Up and Delivery Service 6 Days a Week. 

Hallak Cleaners 
1232 Second Avenue (near 65th) 
New York, NY 10065 






If you have any questions or would like to schedule a pick up, please feel free to email us at info@hallak.com

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This collaboration will lead into extended and curated programming as well as expanded offerings in 2027 as this continues to evolve

FASHION by Informa and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) announced a new partnership launching this September at SOURCING by Informa in New York and continuing into 2027. The collaboration is designed to strengthen American fashion manufacturing, expand access to local production and create new connections between New York–based manufacturers and the global fashion marketplace.

Debuting at FASHION by Informa’s New York Marketplace at the Javits Center on September 9–11, 2026, the partnership will bring CFDA-curated local manufacturers and educational programming to the SOURCING show floor, creating direct access between local production partners and an international audience of brands, buyers and industry leaders.


“As the fashion industry continues to evolve, local production is becoming increasingly important not only as a business advantage, but as a way to preserve craft, improve speed-to-market, and create more resilient supply chains,” said Olivia Lyons, Head of Innovation and Partnerships at FASHION by Informa. “We are thrilled to partner with the CFDA to champion the resurgence of local manufacturing and to showcase the exceptional quality and innovation happening right here in New York City. By bringing CFDA’s expanded network of local manufacturers directly to our global audience at COTERIE and SOURCING, we’re not just facilitating introductions; we’re helping to rebuild the infrastructure of American-made fashion.”

The September event will include two CFDA-led educational sessions and a showcase of six to eight manufacturers from New York City. The partnership will continue in February 2027 with an additional showcase and educational programming, reinforcing both organizations’ shared commitment to sustained support for local manufacturing.

“Local manufacturing is essential to preserving the creativity, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit that define American fashion while ensuring innovation continues to thrive close to home,” said Sara Kozlowski, SVP Program Strategies and Education/Sustainability Initiatives at the CFDA. “Our partnership with FASHION by Informa will create new opportunities to strengthen domestic production, support the future of American factories, and help build a more resilient manufacturing ecosystem.”

This initiative builds on the broader mission of SOURCING by Informa to connect fashion businesses, brands and sourcing professionals with a global network of manufacturers, suppliers, service providers, technology and educational resources. With SOURCING’s return to New York this fall, the addition of CFDA’s local manufacturing expertise brings an important new dimension to the East Coast marketplace, one centered on proximity, innovation and the future of American fashion production.

About SOURCING by Informa

SOURCING gives fashion businesses, brands, and sourcing professionals the opportunity to connect and collaborate with a community of global manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers. With a strong presence among international exhibitors and attendees and deep domestic connections, SOURCING is a global community. With a forward-thinking approach and commitment to the evolution of the global apparel supply chain, SOURCING by Informa provides access to emerging fashion technology, solutions, sustainable resources, educational content, networking, and visibility into the industry’s most critical global issues. For more information, visit www.sourcingatmagic.com.

About COTERIE by Informa

COTERIE by Informa is the premier East Coast women's contemporary to advanced contemporary apparel, footwear, and accessories platform. Connecting emerging and established brands and designers to an elite list of domestic and international retailers, influencers, and media, COTERIE's first-class events build exclusive experiences that fuel discovery, commerce, and connectivity, while inspiring upmarket trends. For more information, please visit: https://www.coteriefashionevents.com

About CFDA

The Council of Fashion Designers of America, Inc. (CFDA) is a not-for-profit trade association founded in 1962 with a membership of more than 325 of America’s foremost womenswear, menswear, jewelry, and accessory designers. Pillars include Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, as well as Sustainability in Fashion. The organization provides its Members with timely and relevant thought-leadership and business development support. Emerging designers and students are supported through professional development programming and numerous grant and scholarship opportunities. In addition to hosting the annual CFDA Fashion Awards, the organization owns the Fashion Calendar and is the organizer of the Official New York Fashion Week Schedule. The CFDA Foundation, Inc. is a separate, not-for-profit organized to mobilize the membership to raise funds for charitable causes and engage in civic initiatives.

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#PeachysPicks #TerrificTakeout #UmbertosClamHouse Since 1972 A Peachy's Pick Since 2013 by #RobertIanniello Summer 2026 132 Mulberry Street #Manhattan #LittleItaly

Peachy Deegan and Owner Robert Ianniello with the signature superstar Linguine with Clam Sauce which sets the industry standard
Fun fact: Robert, like Peachy, was a history major at a Jesuit college!
It's never been who you know, it's WHOM YOU KNOW and we know Robert Ianniello!  He recently earned accolades along with James Bari for Benito One which Robert also owns and is also a Peachy's Pick, and it had been far too long since we visited Umberto's Clam House.  A staple of Manhattan's Little Italy Since 1972, it's located at 132 Mulberry Street today and is an Italian Seafood mecca that shines in the summer season in particular.  
This is its third feature in our history.
First, say enchante to the Lobster Ravioli, a revelation in cream and tarragon sauce with simply spectacular shrimp accentuation, above!
Second, say cheese to the Ricotta Parmesan customized blend Ravioli also crafted especially for Umberto's Clam House and ultimately, your dining pleasure.
It luxuriates in premium vodka sauce that is the best we've had anywhere this season.
Piemonte creates these beauties at Robert's request and you will be eating them within 72 hours of their birth for top freshness.  Every bite of each is a pure delight and confirms exactly why this venue has thrived since 1972.
Pictures are unedited, as always.
You win like Umberto's Clam House, or we do not publish.
And for everyone that asks what one does with a B.A. in American History from Boston College, again our answer is eat it.  Robert's History undergrad degree is from St. Francis, the Brooklyn Jesuits.
What should you eat when it is 100F in New York?
The answer is not nothing or only water.
The answer is clearcut: you should be eating the succulent Fish Salad from Umberto's Clam House Raw Bar!  Even the dressing is perfect and you'd be hard pressed for finding articles where we rave about dressing.  Umberto's understands that dressing is meant to sing backup, and not overwhelm a dish.  
You'll be entirely thrilled to meet squid, shrimp, octopus, mussels, celery in just the right proportion, lemon, garlic and olive oil (the classy, fragrant dressing.)
This salad is TREMENDOUS.
WE LOVED IT.
We are pleased to reconfirm she still does.  It's located under the main courses and market vegetables or pasta come to this party of the undertall just like Peachy.  (Garfield invented the word undertall we believe, which is synonomous with of course SHRIMP.)  Shrimp, lemon and white wine team up for a quintessential classic as a party of six sensations!  And we chose market vegetables to accompany them: the exact vegetables vary according to premium market freshness and the day we visited they were green and yellow zucchini, spinach, broccoli, idaho potatoes and carrots.  Lesser venues only do one vegetable but here they don't talk about ambition: they show you.
If you are more daring and you seek excitement on your dinner plate, opt for the stylish Black Linguine with Shrimp and Calamari, another specialty pasta that dictates Umberto's Clam House is in it to win it.  The Squid Ink pasta tangos in the spicy tomato sauce and we will reveal a secret: this is Robert's recipe!  It earned a permanent spot on the menu in 2016 and it's clear why in every tantalizing mouthful that wows you.  The angel of nutrition on Peachy's shoulder balanced out the pastas of perfection with sauteed spinach, an ideal accompaniment to anything your little heart might desire at Umberto's.
It smiled for the camera.
It insisted on a closeup.
It will pounce on your fork and tell your tastebuds just why this exact dish sets the industry standard for Linguine with Clam Sauce.  It should not escape you that it is in the NAME OF THE RESTAURANT, silly!  Not for no reason!  Little neck clams in garlic and evoo are a complete symphony of seafood achievement with the essentially al dente linguine of course, and this is the superstar found at the top with Robert and Peachy. It is just as excellent as we remember and every other version of this at every other restaurant is not as good as this one.   We may have made some enemies with that statement but we speak the truth always.
More glamour shots.
Bien sur, mes amis.
In the world according to Peachy Deegan, there is no visit to Little Italy without Chicken Parm, her true love.  Rigatoni came to the festivity and the crispy chicken cutlet with tomato sauce and mozzarella confirms the mission statement created by Robert's father, Umberto Ianniello, who began this restaurant in 1972: you will find a good meal at a good price.  Robert Ianniello became the owner in 2010.  
You'll discover 64 seats inside and 30 more outside seasonally here.  Ten to twenty percent of the menu changes seasonally twice a year and ensures all is fresh and innovative.
Finally, meet a dish that is so innovative we don't see anyone else doing it.
But when they see this idea published, they probably will.
The best adjective we have for it is GONE.
Actions speak louder than words, readers.
When in close proximity to Peachy's fork, the newest hit to us, Fettuccine with Salmon, is a wonder to behold and is a dish to adore and consume with genuine gusto.  Spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, capers and Fettuccine in a light cream sauce are a celebration of Salmon indeed.
Check out its beauty, and order it for yourself!
Peachy continues to Pick Umberto's Clam House and it is again Highly Recommended by Whom You Know.  We look forward to seeing what they do next!




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