Deborah Belgum

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Los Angeles was about to lose is accreditation. Arizona State University bought the school and is now rebuilding.

Fred Segal has closed the last of its California stores. It's the end of an era for the famous retail brand that pioneered the denim bar concept and introduced Juicy Couture, Hard Candy and other SoCal labels.

A proposal to add a dozen retail stores, luxury apartments and affordable housing to the hotel has local residents divided.

The cofounder of 7 For All Mankind and Citizens of Humanity has been working on a new brand sewn in Los Angeles from Japanese fabric.

The actor-entrepreneur has big plans for category and store expansion.

After starting a number of his own brands, Jordan is helping the relatively new Vayder expand its concept.

Macerich is walking away from the seaside mall with tenants Louis Vuitton, Hugo Boss, Nordstrom, Coach and Tiffany & Co.

The L.A.-based online retailer that has for 20 years been catering to the digital-first generation is exploring IRL options.

The influencer environment and upcoming World Cup, Super Bowl and Olympic Games are making L.A. attractive for international fashion, streetwear and fine jewelry brands.

The high-end furniture company, founded in Ohio, opened its 11th venture in California, which will soon be its top market.