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Two years after a much-publicized relaunch, Franco Bruccoleri, chief executive officer of Capucci Corp.…
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Roberto Cavalli has been tapped by Playboy Enterprises to design new bunny costumes.
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Agnona has appointed Gunn Johansson its new women's designer, effective with the spring 2006 season.
Moda Adapts to Competition From China
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Emilio Pucci Returns ‘Home’ to Capri
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Ferre Looks to Accessories for Growth
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