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WWD 01/29/2007

Bare Them No More: Legwear Sees Return To Fashion's Forefront

The legwear industry has a heartbeat again. Given up for almost dead just a few season ago, when the trend was for women to go bare-legged even in the freezing cold, the industry is enjoying a major revival, thanks to the popularity of leggings.

Putting the Bounce Back in Legwear

The legwear industry has a heartbeat again.

— Jan 29, 2007

Progress Seen in Bid to Reignite Trade Talks

Major industrialized and developing countries gave the green light here Saturday for the suspended Doha global trade talks to restart.

— Jan 29, 2007

Coming This Week

This weeks events.

— Jan 29, 2007

In Brief: Elder to Launch Killy

Eider, the French snowsports company, has signed a 10-year agreement to market and design the Killy snowsports brand, inspired by Olympic ski legend Jean-Claude Killy.

— Jan 29, 2007

McCartney to Design Line for LeSportsac

Stella McCartney is joining forces with LeSportsac to design a limited-edition accessories collection to be launched in spring 2008.

— Jan 29, 2007

World Textile Leaders Push 4-Way Trade Deal

Textile industry leaders from Japan, Europe, the U.S. and China said they would push their governments to complete a free trade agreement by 2011.

— Jan 29, 2007

Colette Helps MCM Get Married to the Mob

The hip boutique here, Colette, has been busy playing matchmaker.

— Jan 29, 2007

U.S. and Mexico Trade Deal Sets Stage for CAFTA-NAFTA Integration

U.S. Trade Representative Susan Schwab signed a customs cooperation agreement Friday with Mexican Secretary of Economy Eduardo Sojo, taking an important step toward integrating apparel trade between North America and Central America.

— Jan 29, 2007

In Living Color

"She's amazing," said Chan Marshall, aka Cat Power, as saucy Raquel Welch vamped it up at the podium during the Sidaction AIDS benefit in Paris Thursday, thrusting her bosom at the microphone and, literally, kicking up her heels.

— Jan 29, 2007

First Bite

As one might expect, Jess Weixler thought twice before taking on the lead role in "Teeth," the buzzed-about Mitchell Lichtenstein film that was snapped up by Lionsgate a week ago at the Sundance Film Festival.

— Jan 29, 2007

Memo Pad: Bowing Out... Fortune's Smile... Visions of Amber

At least one executive from Time Inc. is leaving the company of her own volition: co-chief operating officer Nora McAniff will step down from her post as of March 1, a move unrelated to the impending 289 layoffs at the company.

— Jan 29, 2007

Luxe Factor Gets Boost on Bleecker

Bleecker Street's evolution from a quaint strip in lower Manhattan lined with antique stores and pastry shops to international fashion thoroughfare is picking up steam.

— Jan 29, 2007

Beauty Beat: Shisedo Brand's Sales Climbing

Sales are surging ahead at Parfums-Beaute Serge Lutens.

— Jan 29, 2007

The Cause Behind Venetian Masks

Young Friends of Save Venice hopes red and white will be the colors of choice for fall.

— Jan 29, 2007

California Companies Turn Carpetbags Into Chic Totes

The term "carpetbagger" carries negative historical connotations, but Southern California accessories retailers and designers channeling the Civil War and Old West want to make carpetbags chic.

— Jan 29, 2007

Vicenza Vendors Focus on Quality, R&D

The Vicenza jewelry trade fair was a boon for brands that are proactive in research, innovative design, special workmanship and top-quality stones.

— Jan 29, 2007

Natori to Launch Josie Foundations

The Natori Co. has signed a licensing agreement with Dana-co Apparel Group to produce a collection of bras and coordinating panties bearing the Josie name for spring 2008.

— Jan 29, 2007

Hanky Panky Unveils First Bra Line

Hanky Panky has two things to celebrate for fall: its 30th anniversary in business and the launch of the first collection of bras bearing the Hanky Panky label.

— Jan 29, 2007

Intimissimi Lands in London

Intimissimi, the Italian lingerie brand known for its affordable, high-quality lingerie collections in silk, lace and cotton, is increasing its presence in the U.K.

— Jan 29, 2007

Intimate Notes: Royalton Show... Asia Encore

The third edition of the Boutique Lingerie New York trade show will be staged Feb. 7 to 9 at the Royalton Hotel.

— Jan 29, 2007

Strong Turnout Expected Amid Shifts in Market

A hectic pre-Valentine's Day market is anticipated by innerwear vendors and retailers next month, but expectations are high for a strong retail turnout at the first February edition of the Lingerie Americas show here, said Patrice Argain, president...

— Jan 29, 2007

Dressing Up the Show With Treats and Trends

Lingerie Americas show organizers will offer perks and distractions during what is expected to be a frenzied market week.

— Jan 29, 2007

Hampshire Relaunches Marisa Christina

As part of its plan to build a better arsenal, Hampshire Group Ltd. is restructuring its recently acquired Marisa Christina division and relaunching the knit brand for fall.

— Jan 29, 2007

Bloomingdale's Gives to Charity For International Disaster Aid

Bloomingdale's has made a $268,100 donation to AmeriCares, a nonprofit international disaster relief and humanitarian aid organization.

— Jan 29, 2007

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Bare Them No More: Legwear Sees Return To Fashion's Forefront

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