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WWD 06/18/2007

Gianfranco Ferré, Fashion's Architect, Dies in Milan at 62

Gianfranco Ferré, the man dubbed the "architect of fashion" for his sculptured silhouettes, died Sunday night at the San Raffaele hospital here after being hospitalized for a brain hemorrhage. He was 62.

Gianfranco Ferre, Fashion's Architect, Dies in Milan at 62

Gianfranco Ferre, the man dubbed the "architect of fashion" for his sculptured silhouettes, died Sunday night at the San Raffaele hospital here after being...

— Jun 18, 2007

Retail Giant

Japanese firm Aeon Co. has a 19-year relationship with the group.

— Jun 18, 2007

Brand Expansion

The 2006 acquisition of J. Jill marks a turning point for the company.

— Jun 18, 2007

Point Man

Harold Bosworth helps chart the company's fashion course.

— Jun 18, 2007

Money Man

Chief financial officer Ed Larsen has played a role in most of the company's major financial moments.

— Jun 18, 2007

At a Glance

There's more behind those red doors than just a classic shirtdress. Here's a look at the eight formats that comprise the brand's lifestyle.

— Jun 18, 2007

End of an Era

After 20 years at the helm, Talbots chairman and ceo Arnold B. Zetcher prepares to retire.

— Jun 18, 2007

Accessories, Mass Market Exposure Key to Big Returns

If you want to make money in the fashion game today, go big in accessories - and get into mass market apparel.

— Jun 18, 2007

Barneys Final Sale Price Could Surprise

Speculation continues to swirl even as the Barneys New York deal comes down to the wire.

— Jun 18, 2007

O Oscar Set to Offer Jewelry

Oscar de la Renta's ladies love their fine jewels, and now the designer is offering looks for less within his O Oscar line.

— Jun 18, 2007

In Brief: Global Brands Groups Taps Co-Head... Changes At Weitzman

Global Brands Group has named Gary H. Schoenfeld as co-chief executive officer and president.

— Jun 18, 2007

Nick Graham's New Venture With Hurley

A lot has happened since Nick Graham founded the ubiquitous Joe Boxer brand in 1985.

— Jun 18, 2007

Invista Introduces a Generation of CoolMax Products

Invista Inc. introduced the newest innovation of its CoolMax brand at a breakfast presentation in Manhattan at the Helen Mills Theater: CoolMax Nylon Plus.

— Jun 18, 2007

Women's Apparel Prices Continue Drop

Women's apparel prices slid a seasonally adjusted 0.4 percent in May, compared with the preceding month, bucking the broader, gasoline-induced trend that saw prices on all goods shoot up 0.7 percent after a 0.4 percent rise in April.

— Jun 18, 2007

Milan Remembering Gianni Versace

Many of the late Gianni Versace's treasured artworks, from antique Greek vases to Pop Art masterpieces, will go on display at a major exhibition come September, just one of several initiatives the fashion house is organizing to commemorate the 10th...

— Jun 18, 2007

Memo Pad: The Hard Part... Natalia's Season Off... Carter Club...

Finally, Dennis Publishing is in the hands of Quadrangle Group.

— Jun 18, 2007

Fred's Jewels Embody Whimsy and Wearability

Nathalie Bader has been in the driver's seat at Fred barely six months, but already the former Chanel and Sephora executive is steering the LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton-owned jewelry house onto new roads.

— Jun 18, 2007

Hermes Fetes 70 Years in Silks

Where better to celebrate 70 years of selling silk scarves than in China, the country that is the biggest producer and exporter of the fine material?

— Jun 18, 2007

Kosann's Jewels Capture Moment in Time

For photographer Monica Rich Kosann, a piece of heirloom jewelry is a snapshot in time as much as a precious accessory.

— Jun 18, 2007

Breguet Opens Its Largest Shop in Paris

Underscoring faith in the continued buoyancy of the luxury watch business, Swatch Group last week opened a sprawling flagship on the Place Vendome here for its most prestigious brand, Breguet.

— Jun 18, 2007

Findings: Tumi Shifts... On A Roll... Schepps' Statements

Tumi has named Ira Melnitsky senior vice president, North America, effective Tuesday.

— Jun 18, 2007

Beauty Beat: Fiske Heads to Eddie Bauer, Neal Taking Helm at BBW

Heeding the call of the outdoor life, Neil Fiske has resigned as chief executive officer of the Bath & Body Works division of Limited Brands Inc. to join Eddie Bauer in Seattle as president and ceo, effective July 9.

— Jun 18, 2007

Beckham's Big Day

If there was any doubt Victoria Beckham would create a stir in America, it was dispelled by Saks Fifth Avenue.

— Jun 18, 2007

Tag Sale

You've probably never said a word to Jason Byers, but if you're a moviegoer, he's said a few to you.

— Jun 18, 2007

Fashion Scoops: Bailey's Debut... Foodies' Paradise... A Wasp By Any Other Name...

Christopher Bailey on Aug. 28 will have his first runway show in the U.S. since becoming Burberry's creative director six years ago, and it's Chicago.

— Jun 18, 2007

Familiar Facing

As Talbots continues to grow, dedication to customers remains at the forefront, as does that iconic red door.

— Jun 18, 2007

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