Updated
Updated · The Associated Press · Jun 15
Target Names Isaac Mizrahi Creative Director at Large for Fashion Revival as 75% of Home Decor Turns New
Updated
Updated · The Associated Press · Jun 15

Target Names Isaac Mizrahi Creative Director at Large for Fashion Revival as 75% of Home Decor Turns New

3 articles · Updated · The Associated Press · Jun 15

Summary

  • Target created a new creative director at large role for Isaac Mizrahi, bringing back the designer who first partnered with the retailer in 2002.
  • Mizrahi will mentor Target designers, advise on product design and innovation, and help secure new partnerships alongside senior vice president of design Gena Fox.
  • The hire is part of CEO Michael Fiddelke’s broader turnaround after he took over in February, with leadership reshuffles and outside recruits including a Walmart executive for the supply network.
  • Target is pushing a wider merchandise refresh—75% of its decorative home assortment will be new—as it tries to rebuild its reputation for stylish value.
  • The move follows May results showing Target’s biggest comparable-sales gain in four years, though the retailer still issued a cautious outlook.

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