Très Chic, Très Ku

J.C. Penney Co. Inc.’s first-quarter profits rebounded strongly, but somewhat tepid outlook weighed on its stock.

John Galliano gave Shanghai a heaping dose of Parisian chic on Saturday night.

Singapore hosts Asia Fashion Week, a week-long string of events that wrapped up May 2, in effort to boost profile.

Ralph Pucci’s discussing how his company is stepping out again by creating sculpturelike mannequins for the outdoor fashion event “Sidewalk-Catwalk.”

Adler followers converged on the Seven For All Mankind flagship in New York’s SoHo.

Friday’s sell-off in the U.S. mirrored activity on major European exchanges.

Aeffe SpA, which produces and distributes Alberta Ferretti and Jean Paul Gaultier, said it expects recovery in the second half.

The investment firm, which acquired a majority interest in the premium denim business J Brand this year, chooses Paul Lattanzio for a leader.

Personal Care Products Council questions research methodology of Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.

The buy stands to expand Bumble and bumble’s educational and business development initiatives in the U.K. and Ireland.

Le Bon Marché is showing some bonhomie to Balthazar — its men’s wear department — by devoting more space to high-end tailored brands and shoes.

Dell’Anima owner opens Anafora next door.

The jewelry brand Chopard awarded prizes to Liya Kebede and Edward Hogg.

The 20 year-old holds her own with Michael Douglas in the film “Solitary Man.”

At Accessorie Circuit, AccessoriesTheShow and the International Fashion Jewelry and Accessory Show, everyone aims for the right price point.

Retailer Kitson contends branded tote bags were marketed without permission.

British jeweler Stephen Webster is eyeing New York for his first U.S. store, aiming to open by 2012.

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian is raising her industry profile in a partnership with Pascal Mouawad to create a costume jewelry line for Bebe.

Lindsay Lohan is growing her 6126 fashion brand to include handbags, with the collection set to launch for Holiday 2010.

“Project Runway” alum Jay McCarroll judges work by twenty aspiring fashion designers from Philadelphia University.

Kimora Lee Simmons is adding Kouture to her design portfolio.

Industry executives see uptick but are concerned about jobs, spending.

Macy’s Lundgren confirms flagship revamp and has expansion in mind for the Bloomingdale’s division.

Seattle Pacific Industries Inc. has signed licensing pacts for two new categories bearing the Unionbay brand.

Aspiring photographer Theo Wenner, son of Jann, is getting a lot of work from Rolling Stone these days.