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WWD 01/05/2007

Latest Blow for Gap: Group Plots New Tack As Sales Slide Goes On

It's bad news on top of bad news for Gap Inc. — and with no turnaround in plain sight. The struggling retailer report Thursday that December sales dropped 8 percent on comparable-store basis, after a 9 percent decrease in December 2005.

Latest Blow for Gap: Group Plots New Tack As Sales Slide Goes On

Gap Inc. experienced more hard times during the holidays and is reexamining product and merchandising strategies.

— Jan 5, 2007

Fashion Scoops: True Confessions ... More Mentors ... Honor Roll

Lapo Elkann is going public with his demons.

— Jan 5, 2007

Pelosi Ascends, Pushes New Agenda

Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D., Calif.) was sworn in as the first woman Speaker of the House and set the course for an aggressive legislative agenda.

— Jan 5, 2007

Darfur Benefit on Tap for Fashion Week

There might be some unexpected star wattage at New York Fashion Week next month, all to help raise funds for the people of Darfur.

— Jan 5, 2007

Quote Of The Week

"Ever since I was younger, when I'd get my pocket money, I'd go shopping."

— Jan 5, 2007

In Brief: Berlin Style ... Safilo USA Promotion

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

— Jan 5, 2007

Post-Holiday Crush Can't Rescue Mass' Soft Season

Pressured by tough comparisons, unseasonable weather and a shift in shopping patterns, retailers reported soft December same-store sales.

— Jan 5, 2007

Adding Up Beauty: Wall Street Crowns Prestige the Winner

There may be gift cards still tucked in consumers' wallets and fragrance sets yet to be returned, but early results indicate the spoils of holiday beauty sales went to department stores.

— Jan 5, 2007

Last-Minute Surge Saves Prestige's Yule

Sales came later in the game than ever, but when all was said and done, prestige beauty had a decent holiday business.

— Jan 5, 2007

MAC Builds a Doll's House

MAC Cosmetics is once again dipping into the collective psyche by building its spring color story around the Barbie doll.

— Jan 5, 2007

New Fragrance Brand Gunning for Retail Sales

Romano Ricci might issue from the founding family of one of France's most long-standing fragrance houses but his new brand is entirely of his own making.

— Jan 5, 2007

Lauder Launches Beautiful Love

Estee Lauder is feeling "beautiful" again, as the brand puts the finishing touches on the venerable scent's new flanker, Beautiful Love.

— Jan 5, 2007

L'Oreal Gets Serious About Serie Expert

L'Oreal Professionnel is declaring 2007 the year of Serie Expert, an estimated $85 million subbrand under the fifth largest professional hair care brand in the U.S.

— Jan 5, 2007

Blow Salon Maps Out Expansion Plan

Blow Styling Salon, the blowout hot spot in the Meatpacking District here, is planning to roll out its namesake product line and open new locations.

— Jan 5, 2007

Crabtree Enters Prestige With India Hicks

Crabtree & Evelyn is kicking off a collaboration with interior designer India Hicks with a body care and home fragrance line, Island Living.

— Jan 5, 2007

Snippets: Party Hair ... Magic Wand ... Ren Enters Sephora ...

Got2B is launching a new hair care line, Styl-tini, with scents designed after popular martinis.

— Jan 5, 2007

Paris Hilton Builds On Risque Lifestyle

Paris Hilton prepares for her entry into the apparel business with the launch of her young contemporary sportswear and lingerie lines for fall.

— Jan 5, 2007

Weather Wilts Comps in December

Pressured by tough year-over-year comparisons, unseasonable weather and a shift in holiday shopping patterns, retailers reported soft same-store sales for December.

— Jan 5, 2007

Memo Pad: Battle Of The Billionaires? ... Zuckerman Unbound ... Berge In The News ...

Could Rupert Murdoch be among the moguls interested in buying the Tribune Co.?

— Jan 5, 2007

Bebe Sport Names Eva Longoria as Face

Bebe Stores Inc. has tapped actress Eva Longoria to be the face of its Bebe Sport active apparel brand.

— Jan 5, 2007

Yurman Opens Flagship in Beverly Hills

David Yurman opens today on Rodeo Drive with a 1,000-square-foot flagship and a new look for the company.

— Jan 5, 2007

Rossignol Expands to Mark 100-Year Anniversary

Rossignol is gaining momentum in its race to become a lifestyle brand.

— Jan 5, 2007

Obituary: Howard L. Green, 83, Real Estate Pioneer

Howard L. Green, a visionary in retail real estate site selection, died Dec. 19. He was 83 years old.

— Jan 5, 2007

Pucci Turns His Eye Toward Luxe Hotel

Ralph Pucci, best known for his expansive gallery for furniture, sculpture, rugs, lighting, photography, illustrations and mannequins, has a new venue for showcasing his eclectic mix.

— Jan 5, 2007

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