The 21,000 square foot, two floor H&M store will be located at the Shops at Columbus Circle, which is commonly known as the gateway to the Upper West Side, is at the forefront of international culture, fashion, music and arts. This will be the first store in Manhattan to feature an exclusive men’s shop with its own separate entrance. “This H&M location will be a great addition to our already impressive roster of stores, as well to the phenomenal retail mix at this location,” says Daniel Kulle, U.S. President for H&M. “H&M believes strongly in the New York City market, and with our first store on the Upper West Side, we are excited to offer local Manhattan shoppers even more access to the brand’s fashion-forward, quality collections.” H&M at the Shops at Columbus Circle will feature collections for ladies and men including lingerie, underwear and accessories. This location will also carry H&M’s fantastic children’s collection, featuring quality clothing for new-born up to kids age 8.

The U.S. has been one of H&M’s most important markets since opening its first store on New York’s Fifth Avenue twelve years ago. Now offering U.S. consumers access to quality fashions at the best prices through 238 locations across the country, H&M is delighted to continue its expansion in its first U.S. city. Globally, H&M has more than 2,500 stores in 44 markets around the world.

Time Warner Center, a 2.8 million square-foot complex, is uniquely comprised of two towers, which have become part of the legendary New York City skyline since opening in 2003. The Center’s towers are the home of New York institutions such as Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Per Se, the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center, and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week.

Exciting!

For $299, mom would love this chantilly organic cotton/silk gown with organza crease plissa meringue skirt.

For $199, help mom feel a little sexy with this sand recycled polyester crepe dress with contrast color embroidery and removable skirt.

For $79.95, we’re sure mom would love this simple yet elegant floor-length lemon recycled polyester gown.

All of the above pieces are from the Conscious Collection at H&M.

Help mom add a little color to her wardrobe with this amazing dress for the affordable price of $17.95.

These adorable tops will add a bit of elegance to moms wardrobe. We love the detailing on the above top ($39.95) and the simpleness of the blouse below ($59.95).

If your mom wants something a little more flowy this season. Opt for these light fabrics.

above: $29.95 / below: $17.95

For the shoe loving moms, we recommend these stylish wedges for $69.95.

These strappy shoes are only $24.99 and are sure to get your brownie points with mom.

All moms love arm candy. Shower her with these gorgeous bracelets from H&M.

above: $6.96 / Below: $12.95

Accessorize mom even more with these $12.95 necklaces. Both will transition from day and night festivities.

Why not throw in these $9.95 cuffs in the mix for the mom that loves a little bling.

Lastly, what mom doesn’t love sunnies, especially these cat like ones for $24.95

As you can see H&M is a one stop shop for your needs, whether its for Mother’s Day or for yourself. Visit www.hm.com for more information.

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Here is some wonderful fashion news, style icon Anna Dello Russo will launch a special accessories collection for H&M. In the video she talks about her line and also shows around some of her favorite inspirations in her private home.

“I am excited by this collaboration. For the first time H&M is working with a Fashion Director on a special project. This is the sign of an important evolution in fashion, and I am both thrilled and humbled to be the one chosen to lead this project. I wanted to create precious accessories that are impossible to find. As a stylist, I know accessorization is essential; it is the personal touch in any outfit. With these pieces, everybody can have fun, and turn an ordinary day into a fantastic fashion day”, says Anna Dello Russo.

Anna Dello Russo’s H&M collection is available from October 4, 2012, at the peak of the global fashion weeks tour, in around 140 stores worldwide and online. The collection features jewelry, sunglasses, shoes, bags and a trolley.

Here is a exclusive first look

Last evening celebrities, media, and chic New York shoppers gathered at the H&M Flagship store on 5^th Avenue to celebrate the success of NBC’s newest primetime show, “Fashion Star”. The show’s mentors, Nicole Richie and John Varvatos hosted the event, while DJ Mia Moretti kept the energy high, spinning all night long.

Here are a few highlights:

H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB takes the first step into Latin America by opening a store at the best business location in the shopping mall Centro Santa Fé in Mexico City, Mexico.The flagship store will be a full concept store in the shopping mall Centro Santa Fé, Mexico City. The store is planned to open in the autumn of 2012.

“We look very much forward to opening the first H&M flagship store in Mexico. It will be the perfect first step for H&M into this fashion conscious region. We are excited to be able to offer fashion and quality at the best price to our customers in Mexico City starting autumn 2012,” says Karl-Johan Persson, CEO at H&M.