— By Katie Lee — With an 18,000-square-foot physical store now open in Manhattan, PUMA has created an exciting new retail experience fusing sports, fashion and technology. In August 2019, PUMA burst on the U.S. retail scene in a brand-new way: opening its first North American flagship store. Located at 609 Fifth Avenue in New York City, the massive 18,000-square-foot space with double-height storefronts uses cutting-edge technology and products to immerse the customer in the PUMA experience. A sports engagement zone and a customization studio are just two of …
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New York City — Luxury jewelry brand John Hardy has debuted its first U.S. flagship, situated in New York’s Soho neighborhood. The brand’s foray into retail comes amid a full brand transformation under CEO Robert Hanson. The company plans a limited number of retail boutiques in key cities globally.