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U.K. Shapewear Gets A Makeover
The British shapewear market, spurred by independent labels like Made by Niki, has become more stylish.
Saggy Pants Billboard Campaign Draws Ire and Debate
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Intimate Notes: Russell Newman Execs Tapped for New Posts
Russell Newman Inc. has appointed two executives to new posts.
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Adidas Extends NBA Deal
Adidas extends global partnership with the National Basketball Association to include exclusive rights to all…
Passionata Line Aims for U.S.
Passionata, the younger, more affordable sister of Chantelle that was launched in the late Eighties, is…
Komar, Liz Unit Ink Daywear Deal
The Komar Co. has signed a licensing deal with Liz Claiborne Inc. subsidiary West Coast Contempo.
Bigger Bra Sizes Bolster Sales
Vendors and retailers are trying to keep up with the demand as the full-figure consumer base grows.
Nike Aims for World Cup Score
Nike is kick-starting its global soccer marketing for the FIFA World Cup.
Foot Locker to Increase Apparel Emphasis, Expand Globally
Ceo Ken Hicks said he wants Foot Locker to become the leading global retailer of athletically inspired shoes…
Invista Partners With Billabong
Ad will feature big wave surfer Maya Gabeira, for whom Billabong has designed a signature two-piece swimsuit…
Kim Winser Named Chairman of Agent Provocateur
Kim Winser, former chief executive officer of Aquascutum and Pringle, has been named chairman of the British…
Lucky Brand Enters Foundations
Lucky Brand to introduce bras for fall.
Intimate Notes: Femmy Night
The Underfashion Club raised $425,000 at the annual Femmy Awards gala last month at Cipriani on 42nd Street…
Journelle Opens in Miami Beach
Journelle, a Manhattan-based multibrand lingerie store, has opened a second boutique in Florida at 1111…