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Sun Shuts Kellwood Sourcing Operation
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The ax fell on Hachette's digital operation Thursday, with roughly 15 editorial jobs cut from a staff of…
‘Mom Appropriate’ Gifts for Mother’s Day
Young professionals blend their tastes with that of their mothers' to come up with gifts that span two…
Sun Shuts Kellwood’s Moderate Dress Division
Less than three months after Sun Capital Securities Group LLC took over Kellwood Co., the private equity firm…
L&T’s Aggressive Plans: Eyes Growth in Home And Expansion Abroad
Lord & Taylor is joining the growing ranks of U.S. retailers looking to international expansion even as it…
Better Floors See Exits, Face Challenges
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Newsreel: Royal Rewards… Down To Earth…
Queen Elizabeth II gave her seal of approval to several British fashion businesses on Monday, as part of her…
Playing Exclusives Game: Results Can Be Win-Win But Brands Face Pitfalls
Putting all your eggs in one basket ? or, in apparel, your entire collection in one retailer ? is a…