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WWD 2008/02/25

China Economy, Apparel Evolve

Although China seems to be losing ground as the world's top apparel manufacturer, many experts say this is a natural part of its economic development.

De la Renta in New Bag Deal

After showing his fall collection during New York Fashion Week, Oscar de la Renta is already on to the next project - a license for O Oscar handbags...

— Feb 25, 2008

Beauty Beat: Selective Beauty Sales Rise...

Selective Beauty, the Paris-based beauty manufacturer and distributor, announced that 2007 sales were up 24 percent year-on-year, to 188 million euros, or...

— Feb 25, 2008

Max L. Raab, 82

Max L. Raab, founder of The Villager and J.G. Hook and a producer of such films as "A Clockwork Orange" and "Walkabout," died Thursday at his home in...

— Feb 25, 2008

Keeping It Classic

The 80th annual Academy Awards presentation may have seemed a little ad hoc (no opening number, Amy Adams performing "Happy Working Song" from "Enchanted"...

— Feb 25, 2008

Commercial Success

Even with the end of the writers' strike, this Oscar season has seen fewer parties, fewer celebrities, and a general feeling that perhaps none of this...

— Feb 25, 2008

Fashion Scoops: Down At The Heel... Short Cuts... House Moves...

Patrick Cox's business is in flux after his backers withdrew their funds, forcing the London-based footwear designer to close his Sloane Street boutique and...

— Feb 25, 2008

Pilati Strives for Timeless YSL Experience

"I call it the opium experience," Stefano Pilati said of Yves Saint Laurent's striking new-look boutique here at St. Sulpice, with ceilings and wall panels...

— Feb 25, 2008

New Timex CEO Sets Growth Agenda

Hans-Kristian Hoejsgaard, the new president and chief executive officer of the $700 million Timex Group, wants to build the firm's luxury offerings and...

— Feb 25, 2008

No Regrets

The fish-scale dress created especially for her by Jean Paul Gaultier may have generated mixed reactions, but there's no doubt Marion Cotillard worked the...

— Feb 25, 2008

China Economy, Apparel Evolve

Although China seems to be losing ground as the world's top apparel manufacturer, many experts say this is a natural part of its economic development.

— Feb 25, 2008

Stuart Vevers Revisits Loewe Roots

Loewe's new creative director, Stuart Vevers, is on a mission to channel the aristocratic roots of the brand â¿¿ as the official supplier to Spain's...

— Feb 25, 2008

Memo Pad: Around the Globe... Comeback...

Rodale is exploring international launches of Best Life, Women's Health and Runner's World this year in Russia, Brazil and China.

— Feb 25, 2008

Study: Calif. Retailers Face Tough '08

Retailers in this key market face a struggle until at least the end of 2008 as key industries falter, a new study said.

— Feb 25, 2008

Doneger Acquires Directives West

Extending its track record of absorbing competitors, The Doneger Group consulting, trend analysis and merchandising organization has acquired Directives West, another consultant to retailers.

— Feb 25, 2008

Safilo Earnings Climb 36.2%

MILAN - Italy's Safilo Group SpA on Friday said earnings leaped by more than a third in 2007, although it forecast more moderate gains this year.

— Feb 25, 2008

Mexico-Based Firm Looks to Steer Retailers South for Growth

Even though the U.S. economy is cooling, Alberto Fasja Cohen, co-chief executive officer of Grupo AXO, said the retail waters south of the border are warm enough for the right kind of brand looking to expand.

— Feb 25, 2008

Dollar Demand for Gold Hits Price Record in '07

Dollar demand for gold hit a record $79 billion in 2007 and identifiable gold demand jumped 4 percent to 3,547 tons, but demand in the fourth quarter slowed considerably, according to World Gold Council's Gold Demand Trends.

— Feb 25, 2008

Contemporary Concept Chains Face Tough Times

American Eagle Outfitters and Abercrombie & Fitch are learning that growing up is hard to do.

— Feb 25, 2008

Inventory Control, Discounts Propel TJX Profits Up 45.6%

Keeping a close eye on inventory and costs and offering shoppers the promise of branded goods at inexpensive prices, off-price giant TJX Cos. Inc. drove up its bottom and top lines in the fourth quarter.

— Feb 25, 2008

Fresh Vision: CEO Loubier Aims to Renew Escada

Escada chief executive officer Jean-Marc Loubier is on a mission to reignite the brand.

— Feb 25, 2008

Frederick's Gets Some Oomph From Merger With Movie Star

FOH Holdings, the parent of Frederick's of Hollywood, and Movie Star Inc. have completed their merger and retail expansion is a priority.

— Feb 25, 2008

Hanesbrands Relying on Big Names

Hanesbrands Inc. appears to be on a roll despite the difficult economy.

— Feb 25, 2008

Gianvito Rossi Takes Vertical Approach

After securing elite points of sale, designer Gianvito Rossi is laying the foundation for more expansion of his accessories business by setting up his own production plant and opening stores in Milan and Paris this year.

— Feb 25, 2008

In Brief: Piperlime Adding Bags...

Piperlime, the footwear Web site owned by Gap Inc., is branching out to include handbags.

— Feb 25, 2008

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