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Marc by Marc Jacobs has found a home here after a more than two-year search.
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Designer Gilles Mendel of J.Mendel is setting his sights on expanding his luxury brand in the U.S. and abroad.
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Wal-Mart Breaks Into Chicago Market
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Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley has put his clout and resources behind boosting the city's fashion and retail…