Designer and Luxury
Akris Trunk Show at Bergdorf's Nets $1M
Akris customers appear to be bucking the ailing economy, ringing up $1 million in sales during a three-day fall trunk show last week at Bergdorf Goodman.
— May 20, 2008
Dior in Istanbul Hits Ground Running
It seems "J'adore Dior" doesn't need any translation into Turkish.
— May 7, 2008
Art Versus Commerce: Can Margiela Expand Without Selling Out?
Martin Margiela, the ultimate industry outsider, is trying out a new and unexpected persona: fashion's next big thing.
— May 2, 2008
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Southwest Business Picks Up Steam
Spring business started late in Texas as unseasonably cool weather impacted shopping in March.
— Apr 29, 2008
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Southeast Customers Crave Own Style
Southeast designer retailers report spring business as flat with last year, and say it is being driven by affluent consumers less affected by economic factors.
— Apr 29, 2008
Price Key At The Major Stores
"There is only resistance to high price when the prices on a relative basis seem out of line," said Gold of Bergdorf's.
— Apr 29, 2008
Rafe Returns Home With Manila Boutique
Accessories designer Rafe Totengco, known for blending uptown sophistication with downtown edge, has taken his aesthetic to the Philippines.
— Apr 28, 2008
