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Fashion & Beauty
Forever 21: Can This Daughter Help Save Her Family’s Now-Bankrupt Business?
Linda Chang, whose parents founded the fast-fashion chain, saw the company flourish in the early aughts. But the rise of online shopping and the decline of malls have proven too challenging.
How a Fashion Founder Got Her ‘Butter Soft’ Kids’ Denim Into 200 Boutiques in 2 Years
After stints at Gap and Estee Lauder, Aaina Jain of Blu & Blue saw a world of entrepreneurial opportunity in denim. It helps that her family has long owned a clothing manufacturing business.
This Woman’s Skincare Empire Struck Gold by Serving People of Color
Rachel Roff may lack melanin, but she has built a flourishing medical spa and skincare line by catering to people of color.
A Fashion Veteran Takes on a Tired Market With Chic Nightwear
Rebecca Smith launched Recliner, a stylish, millennial-focused sleepwear brand, to fill a market gap for affordable, quality clothing that’s made for rest and relaxation.
Constant Chill Gave This Woman a Hot Business Idea
Jaye Genung always felt cold. By starting Dragon Heatwear to make and sell self-heating coats and gloves, she solved her problem — and struck gold with people she never expected.
These Phoenix Sisters Launched a $25 Million Eco-Chic Business
Ann and Jenny Siner’s “cute, clean and current” consignment shops keep used items out of the trash.
Bringing Safety, Strength and Style to Women’s Workouts
How Kimberly Caccavo and Kate Nowlan, cofounders of high-end athletic wear maker GRACEDBYGRIT, stitched protection and empowerment into the fabric of their brand.
Two Female Swimwear Entrepreneurs Sell Modesty And Confidence
The cofounders of HydroChic, which makes full-coverage swimwear and athletic wear, want all women — including those with health challenges — to feel fashionable and self-assured.
How ‘Orange is the New Black’ Inspired This Luxury T-Shirt Company
At Road Twenty-Two, founded by Iranian immigrant Fif Ghobadian in San Francisco, women who served time in prison get a second chance.
A Beauty Business Owner Tackles A Very Personal Problem And Wins Big
Daisy Jing, founder of skincare company Banish, conquered her own lifelong skin issues with all-natural remedies. Now, she’s selling products that bottle what she learned — and is making millions.
Melissa Austria is Building the Retail Store of the Future
The feisty owner of Toronto menswear retailer Gotstyle is mixing and matching old-school service and digital technologies in a bid to survive — and thrive — in an increasingly tough industry.
An Entrepreneur’s Beauty Business Elevates Her Homeland
Yve-Car Momperousse, founder of Kreyol Essence, works with farmers and more in Haiti to source her products’ key ingredient.
Culture Shock Sparked This Fashion Entrepreneur’s Global Success
Parisian woman business owner Tanya Heath is bringing her interchangeable shoes to an international marketplace.
Taking Charge in a Menswear World
Melissa Austria is flourishing by offering men affordable style just they way they want it.