Third Wave Fashion // NOVEMBER 2013 // FOOD, FASHION + FEASTING | Page 17

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FA S H I O N | T H E W O R L D A R O U N D U S

MTA POPS UP WITH UNIQLO
With pre-loaded Metrocards for customers purchasing down jackets and parkas,
UNIQLO opened a pop-up shop in Union Square station. In an effort to find
businesses to fill empty commercial space in the station, MTA offered
temporary leases for pop-ups until long-term tenants are found. PSFK

MODEL LEGISLATION
A new piece of New York legislation was passed recognizing models under 18 as
child performers. Though many designers have recently turned to  hiring more
seasoned models, it is a step toward protecting the interests of young models.
NY TIMES

FROM BURBERRY TO APPLE
Angela Arhendts will leave her role as
CEO of Burberry to claim the title of
Apple’s new head of retail. Though the
transition won’t occur until mid-2014,
Burberry shares fell by six percent after
the announcement. BUSINESS OF
FASHION

THE FINE ART OF FASHION

JACOBS LEAVES VUITTON
After 16 years with the luxury brand, Marc Jacobs officially
announced he was leaving Louis Vuitton to focus on his own brand.
The departure allows Jacobs to focus on taking his brand public,
which is expected within the next three years. THE CUT

The gap between fine art and fashion
has been bridged as museums and
auction houses turn their attention
toward the classics and the artifacts of
fashion. After a 1968 Yves Saint Laurent
black robe pulled in nearly $159,000, it
is safe to say that appreciation for the
pieces has grown far beyond
fashionistas. FORBES