American Apparel Gets Key $15M Cash Injection

The director drew Jennifer Garner, Amy Adams and Scarlett Johansson to a shopping party to benefit the Children’s Defense Fund.

The event celebrated 2010 winner Billy Reid, runners-up Prabal Gurung and Eddie Borgo and their collaborations with the brand.

The cash injection averts a potential bankruptcy for the Los Angeles-based company.

These four suppliers have recognized the market demand for at-home smoothing treatments.

Giorgio Armani’s latest scent was inspired by the seductive nature of athletic strength.

The first containers to utilize plant-based plastic will be shipped to stores in Western Europe this month.

Procter & Gamble Co. is launching new formulas and an education plan for stylists.

LVMH Fragrance Brands, the structure merging the sales forces of Givenchy, Kenzo, Fendi and Pucci, has been in place since January.

“She was a pioneer and a true visionary, ” her daughter and ceo of the cosmetics company, Joey Chancis, said.

He will step down from his current role of president, global salon professional, on May 1.

Beauty company is looking to drive business through store openings and development of other retail channels.

Plans for growth include expanding market coverage in Florida and Texas and signing on with a national chain.

To celebrate their 30-year partnership, Hugo Boss is inviting consumers to design the racing overalls worn by McLaren Formula 1 drivers.

In a discussion with WWD, the ceo of The Robin Report elaborates on the new rules of business and what retailers must do to succeed in the 21st century.

Michael Jeffries’ total compensation declined 36 percent to $23.2 million from $36.3 million in 2009.

Spanish fast-fashion giant is among a rash of international midmarket brands heading down under.

The French fashion house could reveal his appointment as early as next week.

Several companies are said to be vying for a stake in the brand — which is still not officially up for sale.

These designers celebrate Earth Day year-round with their eco-conscious collections.

Sonic Youth’s renaissance woman is taking her artwork to the web.

The New York Times’ magazines saw “double-digit” increases in ad revenue in the first quarter, said Times Company ceo Janet Robinson.

Bluestem Brands looks to raise $150 million in an initial public offering.

The International Textile, Garment and Leather Workers’ Federation report covers 100,000 workers in 83 plants in three countries.