News
Footwear News
Europe's New Woes
Amid an international economic slowdown, uncertainty hangs over European fashion houses and retailers like a menacing black cloud.
– October 27, 2008
The Markets
Lingerie and Innerwear Fabrics Holding Their Own
Exhibitors at China trade fairs say business appears resilient.
– October 27, 2008
Business
Claiborne Cuts Outlook as Firms Batten Down to Cope With Economy
Under growing pressures, Liz Claiborne Inc. sharply cut 2008 financial projections and halved capital expenditures for 2009.
– October 27, 2008
Fashion
Raf Simons: The Modernist
Raf Simons balances creative freedom with a powerful heritage at Jil Sander.
– October 27, 2008
Accessories
Lindsay Lohan Tours Tokyo
Actress Lindsay Lohan talks fashion, movies and fun.
– October 24, 2008
Business
China Reacts to Wal-Mart Sourcing Goals
China is still digesting an announcement from Wal-Mart Stores Inc. that it plans to ramp up environmental and social compliance standards from suppliers.
– October 24, 2008
Beauty
Nature's Gate to Offer 'Velvet' Body Wash
With a large repertoire that already includes hair care, sun care and toothpaste, Nature's Gate had only to fill the gap for body cleansing products.
– October 24, 2008
Retail
Wal-Mart's Ethical Sourcing Push in China
Wal-Mart Stores Inc.¿s new plan to step up environmental and social compliance standards in China hit a fashion industry nerve.
– October 23, 2008
Beauty
Shiseido Ups Earnings Forecast
Shiseido said Wednesday the firm expects to post first-half profits of 20 billion yen compared with an earlier estimate of 16 billion yen.
– October 23, 2008
Retail
Raf Simons Opens in Tokyo
Eponymous designer Raf Simons unveils stores for own brand.
– October 23, 2008
The Markets
Buyers Cautious at Interstoff Asia Fair
Mounting economic woes kept buyers largely on the sidelines during the Interstoff Asia textile fair here.
– October 21, 2008
Fashion
MaxMara Brings Coats! to Beijing, Eyes Chinese Market
Italian brand aims to bolster its profile with young consumers.
– October 20, 2008
