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• Postmortem on Rochas: It Takes More Than Talent To Play Corporate Game
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• Fashion Scoops: A Date With Nan
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• In Brief: Rising Star ... Slane Names Seiler ... Claiborne Outlet Head ...
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Postmortem on Rochas: It Takes More Than Talent To Play Corporate Game

Designers and brand owners must prioritize commercial, salable products over media glory. That's among the chief lessons learned from Proctor & Gamble plans to shutter the Rochas fashion house despite widespread acclaim for its designer.

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