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WWD 12/05/2006

Staying Put on 5th Ave.: NRDC Expects to Keep But Shrink L&T Flagship

Lord & Taylor has a future on Fifth Avenue after all. It's looking more and more likely that the L&T flagship is staying put and that the retailer's new owners are well into formulating vision for downsizing and renovating the huge site.

Staying Put on 5th Ave.: NRDC Expects to Keep But Shrink L&T Flagship

Lord & Taylor has a future on Fifth Avenue after all.

— Dec 5, 2006

Coat Companies Liven Up Ads, Marketing

For the first time in several seasons, outerwear makers are breaking away from traditional marketing to try less proven initiatives.

— Dec 5, 2006

Max Mara Presents Putman

Celebrated interior designer Andree Putman is feeling lucky.

— Dec 5, 2006

Limited Edition to Help Lift Climate Project

There's no question that in a word association game, "fashion" would not be followed by "Al Gore," but in real life, a lasting connection between the two is forming.

— Dec 5, 2006

China Duties Face Paper Test

The activities of the paper industry are rarely of much interest to the fashion community, but when it comes to opening a door to higher tariffs on Chinese-made goods, disparate businesses can have mutual interests.

— Dec 5, 2006

Textiles 3rd in Antidumping Cases

Global exports of textiles had the third-highest number, after chemicals and plastics, of new final antidumping measures imposed from Jan. 1 through June 30

— Dec 5, 2006

Concerns Over Doha Collapse on the Rise

International economic experts from 89 countries have mounting concerns that the collapse of the Doha round of trade talks could trigger a rise in protectionism worldwide, according to a poll by a global business group.

— Dec 5, 2006

Swatches: PV's Open Door Policy... Lineapiu Obtains Financing

Textile trade show Premiere Vision will change its door policy for February's show.

— Dec 5, 2006

Beauty Beat: Shiseido Retooling for International Growth... Council Moves to Ease Rules on Web

Shiseido is in an acquisitive mood. To boost its international growth, the Japanese beauty giant will restructure its international business division "to formulate an overseas brand portfolio that encompasses M&A strategies and to strategically...

— Dec 5, 2006

Executive Moves For Calvin Klein

Calvin Klein Inc. made several executive moves in an effort to boost continued growth.

— Dec 5, 2006

Miami Vices

Art is not the only sight to see while in Miami for Art Basel - even Yoko Ono is planning to enjoy herself at the fair.

— Dec 5, 2006

Young Designers on the Verge

As designers such as Derek Lam, Doo-Ri Chung, Behnaz Sarafpour and Proenza Schouler's Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez appear to be rising in fashion's ranks, a handful of up-and-comers are in hot pursuit.

— Dec 5, 2006

On to India, China

India and China present boundless opportunities in the luxury market and several designer labels are getting ready to forge ahead.

— Dec 5, 2006

London's Independence Day

New York designers' indie spirit will be celebrated with an exhibition this spring at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

— Dec 5, 2006

Getting Back to Business

Congress returns this week, facing unfinished legislative business on trade that could have a big impact on retailers, apparel manufacturers and textile producers.

— Dec 5, 2006

Congress Returns With Trade Bills in the Balance

Trade bills pending in the last days of the Republican-controlled Congress may have significant ramifications for apparel and textile production.

— Dec 5, 2006

Scoop Steps It Up a Notch

Stefani Greenfield's retail concept for the ultimate closet has had long legs that are growing yet again.

— Dec 5, 2006

Asprey to Open Unit on Madison Avenue

Asprey, the luxury jewelry, ready-to-wear and accessories brand, is getting a permanent home again in New York.

— Dec 5, 2006

In Brief: Tocca Launch... Haggar taps Zimmerman

Tocca has added an e-commerce boutique to its Web site, tocca.com, where shoppers now can buy a variety of Tocca merchandise, from select ready-to-wear to beauty products and accessories.

— Dec 5, 2006

Versace Revs Up Designs for Pre-Fall

On the heels of a strong spring collection, Donatella Versace has designed her first major pre-fall collection of 50 looks.

— Dec 5, 2006

Fashion Scoops: Bella Festa... Rock On... All About A Cause...

Giorgio Armani's name may be the one on the label of his designer wares, but it's his niece, Roberta, who is making the rounds these days on behalf of the brand.

— Dec 5, 2006

Retailers Hope Cold Warms Up Holiday Sales

Retailers are getting a chilly feeling about Christmas but believe a pickup is inevitable.

— Dec 5, 2006

Memo Pad: Have Mistletoe, Will Travel... New Look for News... Lucky Here

For magazines, even the archetypally awkward office holiday party is an opportunity for brand positioning.

— Dec 5, 2006

Ugg's First Boutique Set to Bow in SoHo

Ugg Australia is taking a big step in retail. The lifestyle brand that built its reputation on sheepskin boots is opening a freestanding boutique at 79 Mercer Street in Manhattan's SoHo on Thursday after a launch party Wednesday night.

— Dec 5, 2006

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