NYFW

Afterpay Opens the Doors to New York Fashion Week for Consumers Everywhere

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Thursday, September 1, 2022

In collaboration with Afterpay, Shui is inspired to democratize her runway with unprecedented community participation and access.

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  • In collaboration with Afterpay, Shui is inspired to democratize her runway with unprecedented community participation and access.
  • Shui received more than 4,000 submissions and plans to welcome the next wave of talent at her runway show this New York Fashion Week.
  • Afterpay and Shui have also developed the first-ever crowdsourced runway garment with fabric created from pixel submissions by the public.
  • To learn more about how Afterpay is transforming the way consumers participate in NYFW, please visit the Afterpay newsroom at newsroom.afterpay.com or NYFW.com .

Afterpay Drops Designer NFT “Keys” to New York Fashion Week

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Afterpay (NYSE: SQ), the leader in Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) payments and the official presenting partner of New York Fashion Week: The Shows , has partnered with IMG for a third season running to bring the Fashion Week experience to more consumers than ever before.

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  • Afterpay (NYSE: SQ), the leader in Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) payments and the official presenting partner of New York Fashion Week: The Shows , has partnered with IMG for a third season running to bring the Fashion Week experience to more consumers than ever before.
  • Each designer NFT is a one-of-a-kind phygital collectible, serving as a digital object that will welcome fashion enthusiasts into the blockchain while also unlocking IRL access to New York Fashion Week.
  • The NYFW digital collectibles will give users ownership of scarce art created by some of the worlds leading fashion designers.
  • Both the designer NFT Keys and the free Afterpay NFT will be hosted on the Polygon network, considered the greenest chain on the block and available in limited quantities beginning August 23.

BLOOMINGDALE'S UNVEILS A CELEBRATION LIKE NO OTHER FOR ITS 150TH ANNIVERSARY

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Monday, August 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomingdale's announced today its line-up of star-studded events, world-class designer collaborations, immersive in-store events and new social and digital activations that will be part of the leading retailer's 150th anniversary celebration beginning this September. 

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  • On September 8th, Bloomingdale's will launch its 150th Anniversary Collection of exclusive merchandise.
  • Some of the brands who have created exclusive designs for Bloomingdale's 150th include Gucci, Balenciaga, Prada, Valentino, David Yurman, Maison Francis Kurkdjian, Byredo,and many more.
  • Bloomingdale's will bring a special 150th anniversary beauty experience to life, in all stores, with a New York-inspired beauty festival.
  • Founded in 1872, the iconic retailer is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year.

Hekka and Uplive To Feature Jaw-dropping Looks on 2022 Miami Swim Week Runway

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022

MIAMI, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Hekka and Uplive are getting ready to make a big splash this July 14-17, 2022, in Miami South Beach over Miami Swim Week 2022.

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  • MIAMI, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Hekka and Uplive are getting ready to make a big splash this July 14-17, 2022, in Miami South Beach over Miami Swim Week 2022.
  • Miami Swim Week is expected to reach more than 1.6 billion impressions across social channels.
  • On heel of Hekka's stellar debut at New York Fashion Week earlier this year, Hekka will launch at Miami Swim Week 2022 "Style de Vie", a 30-piece capsule collection of swimwear for the first time.
  • "The collection we are bringing to Miami Swim Week this year is just a snapshot of what Hekka have to offer.

MARRIOTT BONVOY INVITES MEMBERS TO INDULGE THEIR PASSIONS BOTH PAST & PRESENT WITH NEW "THROWBACKS" AND "TAILOR MADE" EXPERIENCES

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

BETHESDA, Md., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott Bonvoy – Marriott International's award-winning travel program – is expanding its beloved Marriott Bonvoy Moments platform to give culture-hungry members even more access to amazing once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

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  • Members may redeem their points for either fixed-price experiences or use them to bid on packages through auctions using the easy-to-navigate platform.
  • We're excited to be constantly bringing our members more ways to spend their hard-earned points and more reasons to get excited about being part of Marriott Bonvoy."
  • Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International's award-winning travel program and marketplace, gives members access to transformative, eye-opening experiences around the corner and across the globe.
  • Members can redeem their points for experiences including future stays, Marriott Bonvoy Moments, or through partners for luxurious products from Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques.

Hekka launches new website and mobile App

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022

SINGAPORE, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The e-commerce platform Hekka , founded by Asia Innovations Group (AIG), today announced the launch of its new website and mobile app to provide users with a seamless and innovative shopping experience.

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  • SINGAPORE, May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The e-commerce platform Hekka , founded by Asia Innovations Group (AIG), today announced the launch of its new website and mobile app to provide users with a seamless and innovative shopping experience.
  • Both the website and app build on the platform's existing web presence and provide users with real-time fashion, home and electronics goods at accessible prices.
  • "This year, we aim to expand Hekka's market share and establish Hekka as the e-commerce marketplace of the future," said Andy Tian, CEO of AIG.
  • "Both the new website and app are the next step in our roadmap to reach those ambitious goals."

Creatd's Vocal Onboards Four Key WHE Influencers with a Combined Following of Over 4 Million.

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Friday, May 20, 2022

Onboarding of WHE influencers Caitlin Fladager, Emily Meagher, Sande Stevenson, and AshLee Frazier to Creatd's flagship platform, Vocal.

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  • Onboarding of WHE influencers Caitlin Fladager, Emily Meagher, Sande Stevenson, and AshLee Frazier to Creatd's flagship platform, Vocal.
  • WHE talent joins Vocal's community of 1.5 million creators, bringing with them their combined audience, totaling 4.2 million, to the platform.
  • Caitlin Fladager is best known for sharing vulnerable content on topics like mental health, marriage, motherhood, and holistic wellness.
  • She has grown an audience of over 3.6 million fans across TikTok, Instagram, Youtube, Facebook, and now Vocal.

Creatd's WHE Agency Increases Audience Reach by 26 Million Since Start of 2022; WHE's Brand Partnerships Expand Along with New Talent Acquisitions

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Friday, May 6, 2022

NEW YORK, May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Creatd, Inc. (Nasdaq CM: CRTD) ("Creatd" or the "Company"), the parent company of WHE Agency, today provided an update on WHE's recent accomplishments and expansion efforts. So far this year, WHE has continued to elevate its influencer roster, signing on numerous celebrity, entertainment, and lifestyle influencers. In total, these new talent acquisitions have led to WHE's total audience reach increasing by over 26 million this year so far. Simultaneously, WHE continues to advance the caliber and value of its brand relationships, having recently brokered partnerships on influencers' behalf with brands including Alfa Romeo, CBS, Amazon, Target, Disney, Warby Parker, CVS, Kay Jewelers, Walmart, Gerber, Masterclass, Procter & Gamble, Nike, and NFL.

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  • -During 2022 thus far, WHE's combined reach has grown by an additional 26 million followers.
  • -The addition of new celebrity and entertainment influencers is expected to translate into higher revenue potential for WHE.
  • So far this year, WHE has continued to elevate its influencer roster, signing on numerous celebrity, entertainment, and lifestyle influencers.
  • In total, these new talent acquisitions have led to WHE's total audience reach increasing by over 26 million this year so far.

AIG Announces Widespread Growth in Q1 2022

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022

NEW YORK, April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Asia Innovations Group (AIG) today announced phenomenal growth in the first quarter of 2022. This growth spans across products, but is especially pronounced in AIG's live social platform Uplive, demonstrating the growing demand for genuine human connections online. According to industry monitor Sensor Tower, Uplive ranked in the top three live-streaming apps globally by total downloads and revenue in Q1 2022.

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  • NEW YORK, April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Asia Innovations Group (AIG) today announced phenomenal growth in the first quarter of 2022.
  • This growth spans across products, but is especially pronounced in AIG's live social platform Uplive, demonstrating the growing demand for genuine human connections online.
  • According to industry monitor Sensor Tower, Uplive ranked in the top three live-streaming apps globally by total downloads and revenue in Q1 2022.
  • "Our widespread growth in the first quarter of 2022 shows we are meeting our users' needs for accessible digital products that foster authentic human connection," said Andy Tian, Co-founder and CEO of AIG.

Wrangler® Announces First-of-its-kind NFT, That Links the Metaverse With Physical World

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

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  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    First up, in February, Wrangler will release 75 digitally animated Icon-Tier NFTs featuring one of Bridges signature dance moves.
  • In September, Wrangler will also unveil and auction a one-and-only Legendary-Tier NFT, featuring a replica of the Wrangler custom denim jacket and jeans outfit created for Leon Bridges .
  • Fashion, technology and music influence us all, and I love the way Wrangler is interconnecting all three on this wild ride, said Bridges.
  • We cant wait to celebrate with Leon Bridges and all our fans through this series of unexpected physical, digital and metaverse experiences.