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YSL Exhibit Opens This Week
The exhibit showcases mores than 300 outfits by the late French couturier Yves Saint Laurent.
Cardin on Cardin
Pierre Cardin, the last postwar couturier still heading his own label, speaks to WWD.
Valli Terminates Burani Contract
Paris-based designer Giambattista Valli severs ties with Mariella Burani Fashion Group.
H&M Board Proposes 2:1 Stock Split
Swedish fashion giant says move is expected in May or June.
A New Wave of Films Has Fashion Fixated
"Alice in Wonderland," “Tron Legacy," "Baaria," and "Avatar" influence top fashion designers, from Domenico…
Bergé on Yves Saint Laurent: Warts and All
Yves Saint Laurent is giving the Eiffel Tower a run for its money as France’s most famous monument.
Labelux Seaching for Acquisitions
Labelux CEO Reinhard Mieck said current portfolio first priority, but looking for new brands to add.
A Tough Time Seen Ahead for Europe
European retailers are bracing for a see-saw recovery at best, and at worst a double-dip recession.
Carrefour to Revamp Apparel Division
Reporting full-year 2009 results, Carrefour said net income fell 74.2 percent as it absorbed more heavy…
Gucci Keeps McQueen Brand Going, Will Show Line in Paris
Gucci Group decided a continuation of McQeen's business would be the best testimony to his talent, Polet said.
Luxury Sales Boost Q4 Figures at PPR
Net income in 2009 fell 0.8 percent.
Robbers Take $6.1M Jewelry in Paris
Thieves made off with a bag containing jewelry worth 4.5 million euros after carjacking a vehicle for hire…
Texworld Exhibitors Concerned About Economy
Lingering uncertainty made for mixed results at the Texworld trade fair.
H&M’s Sales Lift in Jan.
Swedish retailer reports same-store sales up 1 percent.
Report Urges PPR Spin Off
French retail-to-luxury group PPR would do better to split off its luxury goods brands and float the…