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High-End Items Spruce Up Europe’s Shopping Season
Christmas shopping kicked into high gear across Europe over the weekend as retailers reported a burst of…
Inditex Net Rises, Sees More Stores
Inditex, the Spanish fast-fashion group, on Wednesday reported better than expected third-quarter profits and…
On the Heels of Impressive 3Q Profits, Inditex Aims to Double Size
Inditex, the Spanish fast-fashion group, on Wednesday reported better than expected third-quarter profits.
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Shoring up management after the departure of Christian Bedat, Gucci Group has appointed William Devine, a…
H&M to Enter Japanese Market
Sweden's Hennes & Mauritz said Monday it would open its first store in Japan in 2008, pointing to a period of…
H&M Slated to Launch Stores in Japan
Sweden’s Hennes & Mauritz said Monday it would open its first store in Japan in 2008.
European Stores See Happier Yule
European retailers say improved spending this year bodes well for a solid Yuletide selling season.
Madonna to Do Second H&M Collection
Madonna's foray into cheap chic is proving more than just a passing fancy.
Hot Rocks Fetch Bonanza at Auction
The paddles went up in a frenzy at jewelry auctions in 2006.
Paul Smith’s Touch of Whimsy in Paris
Anyone who has followed Sir Paul Smith's recent retail openings knows the British designer isn't one for…
H&M October Sales Take Surprising Upward Turn
Hennes & Mauritz, on Wednesday said sales in October gained a better-than-expected 12 percent.
Pierre Cardin Museum Chronicles a Legend
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Chadha Taps Fardell to Head Mexx Europe
As a budding entrepreneur, Rattan Chadha sold private label garments from his sister's factory in India out…
The Deconstructionist
To call Inaki Aizpitarte the culinary equivalent of deconstructionist philosopher Jacques Derrida may be…