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William D. Modell, 86, Chairman of Modell’s Sporting Goods
William D. "Bill" Modell, chairman of Modell's Sporting Goods, who led the growth of his family-owned…
Salzer to Depart Hugo Boss
In an unexpected move, Hugo Boss AG and its long-standing chief executive, Bruno S??lzer, are parting ways.
Theo Fennell Bids Farewell
Jewelry designer Theo Fennell will step down as creative director of his company next year, and cease to be…
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Beauty is getting the Bamford treatment. The brand began introducing items from its Bamford Body line in its…
Mariette Resigns From Quiksilver
Quiksilver Inc. president Bernard Mariette has resigned with the possible intention of acquiring the…
IT Holding’s Perna Discusses Timing of Lars Nilsson Move
Referring to the short-lived marriage between Lars Nilsson and the house of Ferre, IT Holding's Tonino Perna…
Steve McCracken, Former Lycra Chief
Steve McCracken, the charismatic former president of Lycra Worldwide who made the brand into a global…
Perfect Strangers
Is there anyone who doesn?t secretly judge the beauty and sartorial decisions of the stranger sitting next to…
Macy’s to Cut 2,550 Jobs in Restructuring
Macy's Inc. will downsize from seven to four regional operations, eliminating 2,550 positions from buyers to…
Joseph A. President Exits Firm
As better knit company Joseph A. was in talks to be acquired by the Tharanco Group, Joseph A. president…
Limited Taps Exec for International Post
Preparing to grow overseas, Limited Brands Inc. on Wednesday named Martin Waters as executive vice president…
Who’s Training Future CEOs?
When was the last time a top retail or apparel executive was recruited to run a major company outside the…
In Brief: Perry Ellis Gets Liz Brands… Aston Joins Roger Vivier…
Liz Claiborne has completed the sale of Laundry By Design and C&C California to Perry Ellis International for…
Deb Shops Names CEO
Deb Shops Inc., the nationwide junior chain, has named 30-year retail veteran Diane M. Paccione as chief…
Saks’ CIO Departs
Saks' chief information officer Bill Franks retired at the end of last month.