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WWD 2008/06/25

WWD 2008/06/25

Hollywood Labor Strife: Retailers Dread Impact Of Walkout by Actors

Battered fashion retailers and designers in Southern California are bracing for another hit — a possible strike by the Screen Actors Guild that could cripple movie and television production.

Jacob the Jeweler Headed to Jail

The "King of Bling'' has dented his crown.
— Jun 25, 2008

Sÿlzer Named CEO at Escada

Escada has a new chief executive, Bruno Sÿlzer, and an influential new minority shareholder, the Herz business family.
— Jun 25, 2008

In Brief: Robert Talbott Expands Women's... Kids Gets Gilt...

Carmel, Calif.-based men's wear label Robert Talbott is taking steps to reinvent its Audrey Talbott women's wear division with the hiring of Kim Joffrion as...
— Jun 25, 2008

Shuffling the Deck

A weakening economy forces textile shows to adjust.
— Jun 25, 2008

Scene: Raisin It

At Currant American Brasserie, chef Geoffrey Yahn manages to please staid San Diegans who are more conservative in taste, but also want some excitement at...
— Jun 25, 2008

Scene: Close to Home

Few U.S. cities command a cultural presence quite like New Orleans, and local restaurant group Concentrics aims to breathe some of that Crescent City magic...
— Jun 25, 2008

Scene: Simple Pleasures

Fine dining without the fuss is a simple concept that still proves difficult to execute for many aspiring restaurateurs.
— Jun 25, 2008

Scene: Southern Inspiration

When designers like Tory Burch and Rachel Roy visit the Windy City, they tend to stop by Table Fifty-Two, Art Smith's intimate restaurant in the city's Gold...
— Jun 25, 2008

Memo Pad: Photo Shopping... If Only Hillary Had Done Vogue... Tommy TV...

Anna Wintour appears to have another reason for being in Milan than the men's shows.
— Jun 25, 2008

Hollywood Labor Strife: Retailers Dread Impact Of Walkout by Actors

Battered fashion retailers and designers in Southern California are bracing for another hit — a possible strike by the Screen Actors Guild that could...
— Jun 25, 2008

Horny Toad Activewear Acquires Nau

Nau Inc. has found a buyer, less than two months after the Portland, Ore.-based outdoor retailer shuttered and bid "Goodbye for Nau" on its Web site.
— Jun 25, 2008

Harvard MBA Grad Launches Zobha Yoga Line

As a yoga teacher with an MBA from Harvard and apparel sourcing experience, Jamie Hanna sought to ensure that all the pieces were in place when she launched...
— Jun 25, 2008

Economy Big Factor at Chicago Market

Seeking to counter a sliding economy, retailers attending the Chicago Apparel Market this month were reexamining their business strategiesâ¿¿...
— Jun 25, 2008

Editor, Novelist Sally S. Rinard, 63

Sally S. Rinard, an editor, novelist and movie critic who wrote for publications including Women's Wear Daily and Good Housekeeping, died on June 11 from...
— Jun 25, 2008

Running Down a Licensing Deal

Fashion brand licensing's best year in the past 15 was back in 1999 when it generated $13.5 billion in retail sales in the U.S. and Canada, and was the...
— Jun 25, 2008

Strongest & Weakest Annual Sales of Leading Licensed Goods: 1992-2007

Strongest & Weakest Annual Sales of Leading Licensed Goods: 1992-2007
— Jun 25, 2008

Raw Surfaces and Drama: Trends on a Growth Curve

While fashion may trigger quick-developing trends, there are still opposing forces both slowing down and accelerating the speed at which they take hold,...
— Jun 25, 2008

Moda Sets March Trade Show Dates

Moda Manhattan is forging its identity as a maverick.
— Jun 25, 2008

Ellen Tracy Owners: Market Is Ripe for Picking

It's a buyers' market.
— Jun 25, 2008

Papell Updates Image

Adrianna Papell has shed its fusty image with fashionable design and a new emphasis on special occasion dresses for night and day.
— Jun 25, 2008

Consumer Confidence Hits 16-Year Low

Consumer confidence plummeted in June to its lowest level in 16 years amid growing concerns about high prices, falling home values and a tighter job market.
— Jun 25, 2008

Import Duty Increase Decision Put on Hold

U.S. Customs & Border Protection Commissioner W. Ralph Basham told a Senate committee on Tuesday that his agency would accede to Congress and delay until...
— Jun 25, 2008

Colette Popping Up at Gap in Manhattan

Colette is teaming up with Gap.
— Jun 25, 2008

Paris Scene: Lace Up... Etc... Teamwork...

Calling all lace lovers. Solstiss has opened its first Comptoir de Dentelle, or lace bar, on a by-appointment basis.
— Jun 25, 2008

Fashion Scoops: Armani's Latest Cause... Guinness Dons The Director's Hat...

Giorgio Armani is not one to shy away from controversy and his public outcry this week against the numerous illegal vendors on the streets surrounding...
— Jun 25, 2008

Domestic Trade Shows Calendar

All listings were accurate at press time. Please contact individual shows to confirm.
— Jun 25, 2008

True Value

Lower travel costs and an updated Web site boost the profile of FCD.
— Jun 25, 2008

Service Plan

Fashion Industry Gallery is looking to the second half of 2008 with new strategies to build traffic, increase sales and help retailers and vendors triumph...
— Jun 25, 2008

Heating Up

Swimwear shows kick off a busy fashion season in Miami.
— Jun 25, 2008

Special Features

AmericasMart looks to boost the profile of its social occasion category.
— Jun 25, 2008

Greater Selection

StyleMax offers its customers the opportunity to shop three separate trade fairs during markets.
— Jun 25, 2008

Pile Up

Las Vegas will play host to at least 17 apparel trade shows the last week in August.
— Jun 25, 2008

Making the Grade

Turn the spotlight on a new lineup of designers who work myriad moods, from minimal to boho to gently romantic.
— Jun 25, 2008

Sunny Forecast

With the economic outlook not quite as sunny as the San Diego weather, the city's lifestyle trade shows are zeroing in on strategies for success despite...
— Jun 25, 2008

Earth-Friendly Fashion

For Los Angeles' trade shows and markets, green means go.
— Jun 25, 2008

Smart Choices

Moving into the second half of the 2008 New York City trade show calendar, organizers in New York City are honing their exhibitor picks and devising perks...
— Jun 25, 2008

Mugler Makes a Comeback

Thierry Mugler's fashion star is rising. Shuttered in the spring of 2003 by Groupe Clarins in the face of heavy losses and dwindling consumer interest, the...
— Jun 25, 2008

MAC, Cortazar Team for Ungaro Makeup Line...

MAC Cosmetics has collaborated with designer Esteban Cortazar of Emanuel Ungaro to launch a limited edition makeup collection, called MAC Emanuel Ungaro,...
— Jun 25, 2008

Vera Wang Int'l Branches Out

Through a new three-year sales and distribution deal with J. Roseroco New York Co., Vera Wang International is bolstering its retail presence in Seoul,...
— Jun 25, 2008

Positive Outlook

Accessories fair organizers see a strong market for their events.
— Jun 25, 2008

Cool and Collected

As the end of the resort season comes into view, Ralph Lauren is in pure vacation mode. He's doing paisley prints and bright colors - perfect for tropical getaways.
— Jun 25, 2008

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