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WWD 12/30/2008

NexCen’s Bird in Hand: Bill Blass Brand Sold To Men’s Firm Peacock

Ten million dollars, cash. That was the relatively small sum paid to NexCen Brands Inc. for Bill Blass.

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American Apparel Names Kowalewski CFO

American Apparel Inc. has promoted Adrian Kowalewski to executive vice president and chief financial officer.

— Dec 30, 2008

Artemis, State of Calif. Said in Executive Life Settlement

Artemis and the state of California are reportedly trying to negotiate an amicable agreement in the long, drawn-out Executive Life affair.

— Dec 30, 2008

Daily Stock Wrap

— Dec 30, 2008

IT Holding: No Decision on Mensun Terms

IT Holding SpA said Monday it has not extended its sale negotiating period with Mensun Ltd. beyond the end of the year, despite noises to the contrary.

— Dec 30, 2008

Weak Holiday Hits Retail Stocks Monday

The Standard & Poor's Retail Index slid 1 percent, or 2.60 points, to 268.76.

— Dec 30, 2008

Blufin Eyes Mideast as Key Expansion Area

Expansion in the Middle East, further development of Blugirl and investments in its accessories division are top priorities for Blufin SpA.

— Dec 30, 2008

David Sassoon Reflects on a Royal History

There aren't many designers who fondly recall the days when fashion was just another trade, and when the spotlight was on the client - rather than the talent.

— Dec 30, 2008

Gilded Age: Norton, Collins Pair Up for Accessories

Lily Collins, the daughter of Phil Collins, and Mary Norton have developed an accessories collection, with proceeds going to the Maple Counseling Center.

— Dec 30, 2008

Anthropologie to Open Chicago Store

Anthropologie will open its first store in downtown Chicago next fall, a 12,000-square-foot unit at Block 37.

— Dec 30, 2008

The 2008 Rundown on Big-Volume Sites

Top-volume Web sites generally are failing to meet the expectations of America's consumers, according to a recent study.

— Dec 30, 2008

Anthropologie Engages Shoppers With Craft Workshops

Anthropologie has developed a series of reinvention workshops for shoppers.

— Dec 30, 2008

Kirk Joins Exec Search Firm

Adelle Kirk, a former Liz Claiborne executive, has joined Kirk Palmer & Associates Inc. as vice president.

— Dec 30, 2008

Designers Staying Flexible in Austere Times

Given the global financial crisis and consumer anxiety, ready-to-wear designers obviously are proceeding with caution into the new year.

— Dec 30, 2008

First American Brands Sets Blass 8

Even as the ownership of the Bill Blass Couture fashion house is determined, First American Brands is adding to the Bill Blass Couture fragrance collection.

— Dec 30, 2008

Editors Advise on The Pursuit of Happiness... The Couture Pack-or Not...

Editors share their tips for escaping holiday anxiety.

— Dec 30, 2008

Wool and Cotton Facing Falloff in Production

The outlook for 2009 among producers of natural fibers such as wool and cotton has gone from bad to worse.

— Dec 30, 2008

The Ubiquitors of 2008

The year's most energetic party guests.

— Dec 30, 2008

Madoff's Fashionable Feeder... Chateau Latour on the Block?...

Robert Jaffe, who allegedly funneled millions of dollars to Bernard Madoff, may have to give up his shopping habit.

— Dec 30, 2008

Men's Chain Officers Club Bought

The Officers Club discount men's wear chain is the latest British retailer to be rescued from administration.

— Dec 30, 2008

YSL Beauté Facing Discrimination Suit

A former national makeup artist for YSL Beauté has accused the company of firing him because a heart condition forced him to pare his travel schedule.

— Dec 30, 2008

Italian Luxury Brands See Potential in Brazil

Brazil is emerging as one of the most promising markets for Italian luxury goods companies including Missoni, Salvatore Ferragamo and Giorgio Armani.

— Dec 30, 2008

Baugur in Debt Talks With Icelandic Government

Baugur Group's estimated $2 billion of debt appears to be staying within Iceland's borders.

— Dec 30, 2008

NexCen Sells Bill Blass

NexCen Brands Inc. sold its Bill Blass licensing business to Peacock International Holdings for $10 million in cash.

— Dec 29, 2008

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