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Accessories
Statesider
Cathy Lee, who has held positions at the Gap and Old Navy brands, Liz Claiborne and Ann Taylor, has started her own line of handbags fit for a queen.
– July 21, 2008
Accessories
Shoe Shield
In 2005, designer Johan Ringdal launched Swims, a line of rubber galoshes to protect shoes from the elements. Now, he's added a line of high-heeled galoshes.
– July 21, 2008
Accessories
Persol Eyewear: Back to the Future
After celebrating its 90th anniversary last year, eyewear brand Persol found itself with a challenge: how to capitalize on its history and remain current.
– July 21, 2008
Accessories
Sunny Days for the Eyewear Market
Despite the retail climate, in which consumers are showing discretion in spending their money, eyewear manufacturers are enthusiastic about the category.
– July 21, 2008
Accessories
Thierry Lasry: Eye Doctor
Colorful, bold and surprising, Lasry's eponymous sunglasses line has earned a stack of international fashion press.
– July 21, 2008
Accessories
Gucci Girl
There is no doubt that Alessandra Gucci is deeply influenced by her family's well-documented past.
– July 21, 2008
Business
In Brief: Phoenix, Sirius Buy Stake in LK Bennett
London-based private equity companies Phoenix Equity Partners and Sirius Equity have together taken a majority stake in LK Bennett.
– July 21, 2008
Accessories
New Chief for Jaeger-LeCoulture
Swiss luxury watch brand Jaeger-LeCoulture has appointed Gina Gates-Misrach to be its North American president.
– July 20, 2008
Retail
Value Retail Brings High-End Outlets to Europe
MILAN - The growth of outlets throughout Italy in the last decade has dramatically changed the retail landscape.
– July 18, 2008
Business
WD-NY AG Begins Trading in Frankfurt
The parent company of better sportswear firm WD-NY has begun trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
– July 18, 2008
Retail
Talk of Change Atop Carrefour
Speculation is building here that Carrefour chief executive officer José Luis Duràn is on shaky ground.
– July 18, 2008
Fashion
Masters of Creation
France is honoring artisans from the fashion and jewelry worlds.
– July 18, 2008
