According to a WWD.com article, the time has finally come for Chaiken to relocate to San Francisco where designer, Julie Chaiken, lives. One of the biggest names in fashion from the area, Chaiken is consistently listed along with ESPRIT, Peter Som and others who are either from here, started here, or live here. But due to the proximity of textile and manufacturing facilities, New York has historically been the only place to do serious fashion design in the U.S.. Tired of the commute and still with her heart in San Francisco, Chaiken will be moving some of her operations to Asia where facilities are also available - at a lower cost - to produce her clothes, while moving the base of the company to San Francisco.
Chaiken won't be lonely working in San Francisco - she will be at home amongst the growing community of eco-friendly and couture designers like Lily Achatz and Colleen Quen. Consistently recognized as a host for local fashion events, Chaiken has a real opportunity to help San Francisco become a West Coast hub of fashion as more designers choose to live and work here. For a preview of Chaiken's work and to support her efforts, Chaiken clothes are sold at Macy's in Union Square, as well as Bloomingdales, Saks and Nordstrom. She's reportedly moving her office here next month. Let's give her a warm welcome.
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