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Abercrombie & Fitch Creates Stir in Tokyo
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Chilly weather boosted sales of fleece, down and Heattech products.
Japan Third-Quarter GDP Jumps
Japan’s real GDP rose 1.2 percent in the July-to-September period from the prior quarter.
Jimmy Choo H&M Line Draws Crowds
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Uniqlo Oct. Comps Jump 36%
Customers snapped up the brand's popular winter staples and Jil Sander's +J line.
At Japan Fashion Week, Edgy Looks Prevail
Designers showcased everything from frilly Victorian lace numbers to hard-edged looks with an Eighties feel…
Kao Net Falls 22.1 Percent
Weak sales of prestige cosmetics blamed for 8.9 percent revenue decline.
Gap Stages Show in Tokyo
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Yamamoto Rescued From Bankruptcy
Tokyo-based Integral Corp. will finance the fashion house’s restructuring efforts.