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Target Takes Aim with Tightened Mix
NEW YORK -- Despite the strides made recently by Wal-Mart Stores and Kmart Corp. in the cosmetics category…
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Nordstrom’s Midwest Harvest
OAK BROOK, Ill. -- Nordstrom is out to conquer the Midwest.
In just a few years, sources say, sales in the…
New Promotional Push Gets Midwest Moving
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More Fitted Looks, Color Pace Chicago Market
CHICAGO -- Sleeker silhouettes and more color got an OK from retailers attending the holiday, resort and…
Catalogers Sharpen TV Image
CHICAGO -- While Catalog 1 -- the joint home shopping venture of Spiegel Inc. and Time Warner that consists…
In the Aisles: Chicago’s Hot Looks
CHICAGO -- Consumers have come to expect budget-priced basics, like shorts, T-shirts and multipacks of…
Beauty Benefits from Kmart’s Emphasis
CHICAGO -- Reflecting the growing contribution of beauty to Kmart's business, the discount store chain is…
Midwest Retailers: Bring on CK One
CHICAGO -- Midwest retailers are having a heady spring, with fragrance sales running ahead of last year.
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Chicago Designer Uncorks Unisex Scent
CHICAGO -- Designer Richard Dayhoff, known for his women's sportswear, is launching a fragrance. But he isn't…
Sara Lee Issues Hit List of Plants for Closing
CHICAGO -- Sara Lee Corp. disclosed Tuesday nine of the plants and distribution centers it will close in the…
The Art of the Pleat
CHICAGO -- Fans of Issey Miyake say the designer's garments aren't merely clothes, but works of art.
Miyake…
Midwesterners Ready to Shop
Consumers have the mall in mind again as regional economy picks up
Nordstrom Signs Pact to Test Interactive TV
OAKBROOK, Ill. -- Nordstrom Inc. said Tuesday it has signed an agreement with U.S. West, a regional telephone…
Brennan Tells Sears Holders the Rebound Will Continue
CHICAGO -- Buoyed by a year of strong sales gains in the Merchandise Group, Edward A. Brennan, chairman and…