Retail/Business
Kenneth Cole Taps Its First Creative Director
Kenneth Cole recruits designer Ingo Wilts from Hugo Boss.
— May 13, 2009
Williamson Tests Men's at H&M
Designer Matthew Williamson hopes to launch a men’s collection under his signature label if all goes well with his H&M men’s initiative.
— May 13, 2009
Pitti Unveils New Names
The upcoming Pitti Uomo trade fair in Florence will feature as many exhibitors as last season, and a fair amount of newness.
— May 13, 2009
Swank Cuts Q1 Losses
Improvements in gross margin and sales of nonluxury accessories helped Swank Inc. cut its first-quarter losses by a third.
— May 13, 2009
Vineyard Vines Buys Stores Back From Mitchell Family
The sun has set on the partnership between Vineyard Vines and the Mitchell family.
— May 12, 2009
Kapelson Named Head of Men's Wear for MAGIC
Advanstar Communications has appointed a men’s wear veteran to its MAGIC trade show roster.
— May 12, 2009
Wal-Mart Defection Drains Heft From Comps
Mass retailer Wal-Mart will now only give quarterly comp updates and forecasts.
— May 12, 2009
