JCPenney is turning up the sparkle this fall with an exclusive limited-time collection from legendary designer brand Bob Mackie. Now available at select stores and JCPenney.com, the line debuts built on the idea that every woman can be an icon. The Mackie: Bob Mackie collection captures signature Hollywood glamour at accessible prices, making show-stopping fashion available to everyone.

For decades, award-winning costume and fashion designer Bob Mackie has defined what it means to shine in the spotlight, dressing icons of stage and today’s biggest pop stars, most recently bringing his quintessential sparkle to one of the year’s most anticipated albums and just this week, shimmering on an award show red carpet. Bob Mackie’s style mantra has always been ‘when you wear a Mackie you dare to be noticed.’

JCPenney has launched Mackie: Bob Mackie, an exclusive fall collection celebrating Hollywood glamour at accessible prices.
Available in sizes 2–24 and under $300, the line features sequined gowns, velvet dresses, jewel-toned cocktail styles, and modern silhouettes, inviting every woman to embrace self-expression, confidence, and her own iconic moment.

“At JCPenney, we’re redefining what it means to be iconic,” said Michelle Wlazlo, Chief Executive Officer, JCPenney. “Partnering with the Bob Mackie brand allows us to merge the extraordinary with the everyday, offering customers runway-worthy fashion at unbeatable value. This collection is an invitation to say ‘yes’ to self-expression, glamour, and confidence, no matter who you are.”

Since launching its bold brand reinvention, “Yes, JCPenney!”, the retailer has been rewriting the rules of fashion by inviting shoppers to rediscover how iconic style can be at unbeatable value. For more than a century, JCPenney has delivered high quality, on-trend fashion that turns heads and drops jaws — it’s from where? Now, the brand is doubling down on its promise to make every woman feel like an icon, proving that amazing fashion isn’t reserved for the few, but accessible to everyone.

This collection features an array of standout styles, including mini and long dresses crafted from luxe velvets and shimmering ombré sequins, bold jewel-toned cocktail dresses with intricate beading and marabou feather accents and modern takes on classic silhouettes, like a sleeveless printed taffeta A-line, a halter jumpsuit with keyhole cutouts, and a sequin gown with ruched detailing. Each piece is thoughtfully designed with signature details, from sculpted shoulders and dramatic front slits to vibrant color palettes and exquisite embellishments, delivering glamour, movement and sophistication for every special occasion.

With every piece in the Mackie: Bob Mackie collection priced under $300 and available in sizes 2-24, JCPenney continues its mission to democratize fashion, inviting every woman to step into the spotlight—and say yes to her iconic moment.

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Gap Inc. (NYSE: GAP) today announced the appointment of Jody Gerson, Chairman and CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), to the company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately.

A trailblazer in global music and entertainment, Gerson brings more than three decades of leadership at the forefront of culture, where she has championed creativity, inclusion, and innovation. As the first female CEO of a major music publisher and the first woman to chair a global music company, she has transformed UMPG into a creative powerhouse for songwriters and artists worldwide.

Gap Inc has appointed Jody Gerson, chairman and CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group, to its board of directors, effective immediately.
Gerson, a pioneer in music publishing, is expected to strengthen Gap’s “fashiontainment” strategy by connecting culture and commerce, amplifying brand resonance, and supporting CEO Richard Dickson’s vision for Gap’s creative renaissance.

“Jody is a cultural force in her own right,” said Richard Dickson, President and CEO of Gap Inc. “Her insights into fashiontainment – our platform at the intersection of fashion, music and celebrity – are unmatched. At Gap Inc., we’ve always believed that style is a form of storytelling, and Jody’s ability to amplify voices and shape cultural moments will be invaluable as we continue redefining what it means to be an iconic, purpose-led house of brands.”

“Jody’s ability to connect culture and commerce is exactly what makes her such a dynamic leader,” said Mayo A. Shattuck III, Chair of the Board, Gap Inc. “Her vision and creativity will help us strengthen our brands’ resonance with the next generation of consumers.”

Since joining UMPG in 2015, Gerson has led the signing of globally influential artists including Adele, Harry Styles, Kendrick Lamar, SZA, and Coldplay, and spearheaded landmark acquisitions of the renowned Bob Dylan, Neil Diamond, and Sting catalogs. She also serves on the boards of the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Ancestry.com, Project Healthy Minds and the National Music Publishers Association, and is a co-founder of the nonprofit She Is The Music.

“Gap Inc. has long been a cultural icon, bridging fashion, music, and identity. I’m honored to join Gap Inc.’s Board of Directors and excited to bring my perspective and experience in the creative industries to the table. Equally, I’m energized to support Richard Dickson’s vision and draw inspiration from Gap’s remarkable renaissance as a brand that’s become synonymous with the culture of music,” said Gerson.

Gerson’s appointment comes on the heels of Gap’s viral success with music driven fashion campaigns, such as “Better in Denim” featuring the global pop group Katseye, which garnered over 400 million views, 8 billion impressions, and became the #1 TikTok search. Her expertise across industries is critical to the company’s long-term strategy and she will help reinforce the company’s commitment to maintaining a diverse and dynamic Board.

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