http://www.wwd.com/ The latest news from WWD.com. en-us Copyright WWD 2008. All Rights Reserved. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:52:41 EST Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:52:41 EST Conde Nast Internet Technology fpwwd2developers@condenast.com (CNP Internet Technology) http://www.wwd.com/menswear-news/olympics-spell-opportunity-for-brands-2453342?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 For the Olympics, brands are putting their prestige and cash behind gold medal contenders, such as snowboarder Shaun White and skier Lindsey Vonn. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:15:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/menswear-news/olympics-spell-opportunity-for-brands-2453342?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/fashion-shows-reviews/fashion-designer/escada-8155/escada-rtw-fall-2010-2452714?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 The Escada design team looked to the works of Thirties artist Tamara de Lempicka for inspiration. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:06:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/fashion-shows-reviews/fashion-designer/escada-8155/escada-rtw-fall-2010-2452714?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/markets-news/swatch-profits-fall-firm-looks-to-2010-2453152?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Swatch Group said it just recorded its second-best month of January in terms of sales, and that the outlook for the rest of 2010 was “excellent.” Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/markets-news/swatch-profits-fall-firm-looks-to-2010-2453152?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/beauty-industry-news/a-timeline-the-many-looks-of-lady-gaga-and-cyndi-lauper-2453525?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Lady Gaga and Cyndi Lauper are two wild and crazy gals. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/beauty-industry-news/a-timeline-the-many-looks-of-lady-gaga-and-cyndi-lauper-2453525?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/markets-news/diane-von-furstenberg-creates-dvf-awards-for-inspirational-women-2453401?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Designer Diane von Furstenberg launches awards to honor and empower Women. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/markets-news/diane-von-furstenberg-creates-dvf-awards-for-inspirational-women-2453401?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/retail-news/getting-a-jump-start-2453296?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 An incubator project helps emerging designers and local businesses. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/retail-news/getting-a-jump-start-2453296?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/retail-news/playing-the-value-game-2453190?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Makers have moved beyond a price-slashing strategy, saying retailers are looking for better quality — and are willing to pay for it. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/retail-news/playing-the-value-game-2453190?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/fashion-shows-reviews/fashion-designer/st-john-12174/st-john-rtw-fall-2010-2452907?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 It’s more about the mix and less about the match-y suit at St. John Collection. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/fashion-shows-reviews/fashion-designer/st-john-12174/st-john-rtw-fall-2010-2452907?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/fashion-news/power-dressing-army-style-outerwear-2453154?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 In a season full of fancy marked by fur, feathers and sparkles, military touches such as cargo jackets and army boots ground the mood in street-smart style. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/fashion-news/power-dressing-army-style-outerwear-2453154?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/business-news/levis-earnings-rise-79-percent-in-fourth-quarter-2453187?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Levi's reported revenues for the period fell 4.8 percent to $1.21 billion from $1.27 billion in the fourth quarter. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/business-news/levis-earnings-rise-79-percent-in-fourth-quarter-2453187?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/business-news/daily-stock-wrap-february-09-2010-2453503?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 The day's top gainers and losers. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/business-news/daily-stock-wrap-february-09-2010-2453503?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/menswear-news/olympics-dominate-ispo-fair-2453394?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Olympics were front and center at the ISPO trade fair here, where firms showcased their sports equipment and fashions. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/menswear-news/olympics-dominate-ispo-fair-2453394?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/retail-news/bergdorfs-opens-childrens-department-2453135?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Bergdorf Goodman opens a 1,200-square-foot shop on the seventh floor for infants to size 6, called Little BG. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/retail-news/bergdorfs-opens-childrens-department-2453135?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/markets-news/evan-lysacek-olympic-skating-champ-taps-vera-wang-2453374?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Olympic skating world champion, Evan Lysacek of the U.S., lined up Vera Wang to design five costumes for Vancouver. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/markets-news/evan-lysacek-olympic-skating-champ-taps-vera-wang-2453374?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/footwear-news/wellness-buzz-spring-footwear-klas-shoes-2453083?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Walk ’n’ Roll offers rocker-bottom styles for the uniform and mainstream markets; Stroll-Eez features supportive sandals. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/footwear-news/wellness-buzz-spring-footwear-klas-shoes-2453083?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/footwear-news/saucony-signs-sprinter-wallace-spearmon-2453067?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 The Lexington, Mass.-based running company will release a co-branded line with sprinter Wallace Spearmon Jr. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/footwear-news/saucony-signs-sprinter-wallace-spearmon-2453067?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/media-news/fashion-memopad/sundances-expanding-universe-publicity-swap-interview-hitting-ipad-2453404?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Sundance Channel is giving Bravo a run for its money with a plethora of new fashion-related shows. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/media-news/fashion-memopad/sundances-expanding-universe-publicity-swap-interview-hitting-ipad-2453404?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/fashion-news/prada-fendi-switch-show-dates-2453181?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Milan Fashion Week will not be compressed in the three-day weekend dreaded by many in the industry. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/fashion-news/prada-fendi-switch-show-dates-2453181?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/fashion-news/fashion-scoops/julia-roberts-walks-red-carpet-for-valentines-day-lancme-plugs-in-2453194?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 Julia Roberts, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, Jennifer Garner, Taylor Swift all appear in "Valentine’s Day" flick. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/fashion-news/fashion-scoops/julia-roberts-walks-red-carpet-for-valentines-day-lancme-plugs-in-2453194?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 http://www.wwd.com/markets-news/minding-her-own-business-2453331?src=rss/recentstories/20100210 ENK’s Elyse Kroll discusses her production company and the Coterie, past, present and future. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:01:00 EST http://www.wwd.com/markets-news/minding-her-own-business-2453331?src=rss/recentstories/20100210