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Gearing Up for Back-to-School
Retailers are hoping b-t-s shopping can lift them out of the doldrums.
Intermezzo Vendors See Slowdown
ENK International’s Intermezzo show may have been smaller than previous editions — with about 345 collections…
Mexx Adds Three Executives
In an effort to build its Mexx Worldwide business, Liz Claiborne Inc. has hired three top executives, all…
Model Maker: Amber Valletta to Launch Clothing Line
Amber Valletta never thought "fashion designer" would be part of her resume.
Tory Burch Sells Minority Stake to Tresalia
Mexico City-based equity firm Tresalia Capital purchases stake in Tory Burch, completing the designer's…
D&A Cancels August Show in New York
Designers & Agents, the contemporary trade show typically held at the Starrett-Lehigh Building, has canceled…
Rachel Rachel Roy Will Pop Up in SoHo
Rachel Rachel Roy collection will be sold at Macy's and at 111 Spring Street pop-up shop, timed to coincide…
Shopbop.com’s Style Change
Shopbop.com, the Madison, Wis.-based contemporary online fashion store, has launched a new look and upgraded…
As Kellwood Struggles, Vince Plans Retail Rollout
As Kellwood Co. tries to avert bankruptcy, one of its top-performing contemporary brands is moving forward…
Ginny H Heads to the Bridge Department
High-end designer Ginny Hilfiger hopes to drum up business in the bridge department for her line, Ginny H.
Celebrity Lines Lose Their Luster
Mandy Moore closed her Mblem contemporary T-shirt line, and Paris Hilton is seeking a new apparel licensee.
Kids’ Apparel Stronger Than Most Categories
When it comes to kids’ apparel these days, value and price are more paramount than ever.
Huber Takes Juicy Couture on a World Tour
Juicy Couture president Edgar Huber says the company is working on a travel line, plans to open a shop in…
Beyoncé and Tina Knowles Launch Sasha Fierce
Beyoncé and Tina Knowles plan to launch a new junior apparel label, Sasha Fierce for Deréon, for…
Charlotte Ronson Takes It Up a Notch
Designer infuses signature collection with higher-end items.