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WWD 08/08/2006

WWD 08/08/2006

Pressure at the Pump: Retailers' Shares Slide On Increased Oil Woes

Heightening fears that consumer will cut back their spending over the next few weeks during the key back-to-school and fall seasons, BP announced that it would suspend production of 400,000 barrels of oil a day in Alaska.

Pressure at the Pump: Retailers' Shares Slide On Increased Oil Woes

The long-term impact of high gas and energy prices could mean major changes in the way people shop and their overall lifestyles.
— Aug 8, 2006

Synthetic Fiber Firms Deal With Rising Costs

Beyond the detrimental impact high oil prices can have on the consumer, synthetic fiber producers have to worry about them on other fronts.
— Aug 8, 2006

Cartier, Oakley Sue Over 'Tank' Mark

Cartier and Oakley, which have been aggressively defending their brands, are battling it out in court over the Cartier "Tank" trademark.
— Aug 8, 2006

Canter Exits Dallas Market Center

Peg Canter, vice president of apparel trade shows at the Dallas Market Center, parent of FashionCenterDallas, said Monday that she has left to pursue outside apparel-related interests.
— Aug 8, 2006

In Brief: Wal-Mart Boosts Pay ... London Fog Auction ... Consulting Hire ...

A brief look at some of the day's stories.
— Aug 8, 2006

Beauty Beat: Sales and Profits Rise At Givaudan Fragrances ... Clarins Names French President

Despite rising raw materials prices, Givaudan's fragrance division posted first-half 2006 operating profits of 105 million Swiss francs, or $82.8 million at average exchange, up 27 percent year-on-year.
— Aug 8, 2006

Longchamp Unveils Inaugural RTW Line

Having spent years developing a loyal following for its products, especially the bright-colored collapsible nylon handbags, Longchamp is freshening up offerings with a ready-to-wear collection this fall.
— Aug 8, 2006

Fabrikant, Tara in Joint Venture

After a worldwide business review, M. Fabrikant & Sons has formed a joint venture, Fabrikant-Tara International, with India's Tara Jewels.
— Aug 8, 2006

Fashion Scoops: Open House ... Stella's Second Baby ... IPO Fashion ...

Guests attending the Aug. 16 CFDA party at Arnold Scaasi's Beekman Place will be getting a bird's-eye view of some prime Manhattan real estate -- which just happens to be for sale.
— Aug 8, 2006

Marc Bouwer Dresses Up With Diffusion Line

Marc Bouwer's diffusion line, Marc Bouwer Glamit, plays off the designer's favorite response to any design challenge: "Glam it."
— Aug 8, 2006

De la Renta Tells McDean: Picture This

Oscar de la Renta's go-to lensman Craig McDean has gotten the call again -- this time for the designer's new bridal advertising campaign.
— Aug 8, 2006

A New Generation for Black Spandex

South Korean conglomerate Hyosung Corp. believes an innovation in its Creora spandex will bring designers, brands and retailers new confidence when it comes to incorporating stretch fibers into black fabrics.
— Aug 8, 2006

Swatches: Cotton's China Campaign ... Supima Show

Cotton Incorporated and Cotton Council International have launched a campaign to promote the benefits of cotton to Chinese consumers.
— Aug 8, 2006

Memo Pad: Stoking The Coles ... Closure For Martha

Earlier this spring, Joanna Coles jumped into Hearst president Cathy Black's airport-bound car on just a few minutes' notice, determined to show Black before she went on vacation that she had what it took to turn around Marie Claire.
— Aug 8, 2006

Nike Exec Changes Reflect New Focus

Shifting from a product-driven business model to a consumer-focused organization, Nike said Monday it is reconfiguring its leadership and making management and organizational changes.
— Aug 8, 2006

South African Fashion Week Turns 10

After 10 years in business, SA Fashion Week is as rife with scandal and controversy as ever.
— Aug 8, 2006

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