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WWD 12/07/2005

Defending the Strategy: Lampert Blasts Critics Of Sears Turnaround

In his letter to shareholders on Tuesday, the chairman of Sears Holdings Corp. blasted naysayers of his strategy as the company posted third-quarter results that were lower than a year ago but still managed to beat earnings expectations.

Defending the Strategy: Lampert Blasts Critics Of Sears Turnaround

Sears chairman Edward Lampert blasted critics in a letter to stockholders, as the firm's third-quarter profits fell from a year ago, but beat estimates.

— Dec 7, 2005

Memo Pad: Project Runway ... Ex Officio

The second season of "Project Runway" gets under way tonight, but it almost didn't.

— Dec 7, 2005

Bush Likely to Delay Tax Decision

Retailers concerned about a proposal to eliminate a tax deduction on the cost of imported merchandise and raw materials applauded reports that President Bush will likely postpone a push to revamp the federal tax code until 2007 or 2008.

— Dec 7, 2005

Kolb Says CFDA Is a 'Dream Job'

Steven Kolb, the newly appointed executive director at the Council of Fashion Designers of America, may consider himself a little bit of a fashion outsider, but he sure is a quick study.

— Dec 7, 2005

Scott Tepper Exits Henri Bendel

Scott Tepper has left his post as fashion director and divisional merchandise manager at Henri Bendel.

— Dec 7, 2005

In Brief: Oscar Names New Global VP ... Zarkin Leaves Pink

A brief look at some of the day's stories.

— Dec 7, 2005

Versace Targets U.S. for Growth

With new senior management and a major strategic shift in place, Versace is positioning its U.S. business for substantial growth.

— Dec 7, 2005

Swiss Army Taps Siff to Launch Women's Line

Swiss Army Brands is getting serious about women's wear, and has hired Johanne Shepley Siff, formerly of Prada USA Corp., as the new president of its Victorinox global apparel and retail divisions.

— Dec 7, 2005

Boneparth: Product Is King in '06

Peter Boneparth, chief executive officer of Jones Apparel Group, is ready for a challenging year.

— Dec 7, 2005

Looking to a Better Department

Next year, department stores are sure to have a whole new better sportswear area.

— Dec 7, 2005

Beauty Beat: Armani Parfums Seeks Growth Online

As Giorgio Armani Parfums continues to build its men's fragrance business, the L'Oreal-owned firm is aiming to strengthen its women's side.

— Dec 7, 2005

Discover's Network for Chinese Tourists

Discover Financial Services has joined with Chinese bank China UnionPay to provide debit card services to as many as 800 million China UnionPay cardholders for visits to the U.S.

— Dec 7, 2005

Dillard's Slashes 3rd-Quarter Loss

Dillard's Inc. significantly reduced its third-quarter loss and easily beat analysts' consensus estimates even though total revenues were flat.

— Dec 7, 2005

The Rahm Effect

The designer believes she does some of her greatest work for those ladies who don't necessarily run in rarified red-carpet and entertainment circles.

— Dec 7, 2005

Panel: Core Strength Key for Luxury Brands

Managers of luxury firms might be well-served to brush up on a little science.

— Dec 7, 2005

Herrera Gets Exotic in Texas

The well-heeled women of Houston adore their exotic-skin handbags, and designer Carolina Herrera showed them just how wearable they could be at a public appearance at the CH Carolina Herrera store there on Thursday.

— Dec 7, 2005

Jacobs Visits Russia

Considering Russia has been an inspiration for many designers over the last two seasons, Marc Jacobs spent four days in Moscow and St. Petersburg with one primary goal.

— Dec 7, 2005

Fashion Scoops: Flashbulbs ... Pas De Deux

While Karl Lagerfeld dresses his models in preparation for the Chanel show today in New York, busy bees out in Los Angeles are dressing the walls of the Lindbrook Gallery with the designer's photographs.

— Dec 7, 2005

Schwarzenegger Takes Aim at Sweatshops

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, a big-screen action hero before winning elective office, has targeted a new enemy -- sweatshops.

— Dec 7, 2005

Scene

A look at where to eat, play and rest during the upcoming domestic trade shows.

— Dec 7, 2005

Material Professions

Textile show organizers use assets and alliances to bolster their business.

— Dec 7, 2005

Strength in Numbers

Despite -- or perhaps due to -- overlapping schedules, apparel events in Las Vegas continue to grow.

— Dec 7, 2005

Movers and Shakers

L.A.'s largest mart shifts direction to stay at the center of the California look and lifestyle.

— Dec 7, 2005

Board Stuff

Organizers refine their events for the burgeoning action sports apparel market.

— Dec 7, 2005

Urban Flux

New York events should draw a crowd with new shows and added attractions.

— Dec 7, 2005

Extra Touches

Accessories shows are offering everything from gas money to Rudy Giuliani to boost attendance.

— Dec 7, 2005

Temporary High

Two tightly focused new shows are designed to sell time-strapped buyers on the Dallas Market Center.

— Dec 7, 2005

Boutique Mystique

FIG works to connect buyers with undiscovered resources.

— Dec 7, 2005

Movement at the Mart

AmericasMart is updating its image with a little reorganization.

— Dec 7, 2005

On the Road

Trafik travels to Miami Beach.

— Dec 7, 2005

Midwestern Expansion

The region's largest women's apparel show extends to four times a year.

— Dec 7, 2005

Calendar

All listings are accurate at press time. Please contact individual shows to confirm.

— Dec 7, 2005

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