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Blizzard of Sales Dig Stores in Deep
After months of deep discounting, retailers will be in need of some serious ingenuity to get shoppers back to…
New CEOs to Unveil Plans
In the midst of the economy’s collapse, 2008 welcomed in some new faces — or at least new to their companies…
Claiborne Banking on Spring Relaunches
Liz Claiborne Inc. is hoping to generate some positive news this spring with the relaunches of four of its…
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Outerwear Makers Focus on Innovation and Marketing to Drive Sales
Outerwear makers are placing a greater emphasis on fashion and innovative marketing to generate sales next…
Analysts Advise Proceeding With Caution
Industry analysts say cutting costs and managing conservatively are more imperative than ever.
Australian Trade Shows: Hoping for the Best
Despite recession fears, organizers expect decent turnout at upcoming fairs.
Founder Power: A Key to Success in Tough Times
Companies with a distinctive point of view, a resonating culture and a visionary founder who’s still involved…
Buyers Downsize at Dallas’ Fashion Industry Gallery
The emphasis is on purchasing smaller, more focused lines.
Claiborne Plans to Outsource Mexx to Li & Fung
Drastic wholesale markdowns hurt third quarter profits for Liz Claiborne.
Labels Diving In Despite Wall Street Worries
Four design teams are forging ahead with launches, despite the shaky economy. Each insists their label…
Mania for Markdowns: Consumers Get Benefit, But Vendors Squeezed
Retailers turn to resources to help shoulder responsibility.
Market Basket: Espresso and Shirts
Lugo, a boutique in Manhattan’s NoLIta neighborhood known for its Italian-made shirts, has set up a Midtown…
Active Brands Rev Up for NYC Marathon
Annual event presents marketing opportunities.
David Arquette, Ben Harper Start Contemporary Line
For a couple of laid-back California dudes, actor David Arquette and singer Ben Harper are striving to impose…
IK Retail Building New DNA
IK Retail Group, led by Iraklis Karabassis, who helped grow Benetton in the U.S., is rolling out a new retail…