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Saks Maps Plan for QR, EDI in High Fashion
CHICAGO -- Finding that chic black cashmere Donna Karan jacket in every size but the one the customer wants…
Shift to Spring Seen Helping Exclusively HBA
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Meijer’s Push to Increase Acreage
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Joma Goes Green With Waste Knot Line
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Levi’s Exec: $400M ‘Revolution’ Needs Retail Backing
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Jil Sander Gets First Store in U.S.
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Kmart Gets Trendy
TROY, Mich. -- Kmart is finding dresses can mean bigger business.
"We didn't maximize our sales before because…