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Are You a Fashion Disaster?Test your fashion savvy

Fashion Date Thursday, April 27th, 2006


Are You a Fashion Disaster?
Test your fashion savvy with this …

What to Wear with Leggings
Leggings — a.k.a. footless tights — are popping up underneath everything from tunics to dresses. Find out how to look right in this trendy retro style. Also, get ready to…

Fashion Under $40
Smart fashionistas know that you don't have to spend a fortune to get the trendiest looks. Find 5 hot spring styles — a romantic blouse (pictured, left), long shorts (right)…

Fashion Find: George Clooney for Prez!
Is it so wrong to want hunky George Clooney to be the leader of the free world? Legions of Clooney fans think not! Although he hasn't made any moves to…

Spring Sales!
What's better than great fashion? Why, great fashion on sale, of course! Here are some of the current deals you'll find online:New Markdowns: Save up to 70% at eLUXURY (I'm…

Calm Swimwear Fears
Some women put on makeup first, some spray on a fake tan. Still others avoid the mirrors altogether and just order from a catalog. Finding the right swimwear is tough,…

Fashion Find: Perfect Beach Bag
Why schlep your stuff to the sand with just any old bag when you can tote the adorable "Cabana Bag" from FredaLa.com? At just $56, this large cotton bag in…

Look Good in Black and White
I love black and white combinations because they are such an easy way to look instantly chic. Black and white is everywhere this season: in solids, prints, embellished pieces, separates,…

6 Steps to Buying a New Dress
Don't let shopping for a special occasion dress intimidate you! With a little help and a plan, you can start early and find the perfect dress for your next occasion….

TABLE-VF Corp Q1 earnings riseVF CORP. (VFC.N: Quote,

Fashion Date Wednesday, April 26th, 2006


TABLE-VF Corp Q1 earnings rise
VF CORP. (VFC.N: Quote, Profile, Research) Latest Forecast* No. of Yr ago analysts qtr EPS (diluted, $/shr) 1.14 — – 0.89 EPS, pre-ex# (dil, $/shr) 1.14 1.13 9 1.00 Net income ($ million) 128.2 — – 102.9 Total revenue ($ million) 1,665.7 1,657.6 6

VF reports higher 1Q sales, profits
VF Corp. turned in another record quarter Tuesday, reporting first-quarter profits of $128.2 million on sales of $1.75 billion. That compares to income of $102.9 million on sales of $1.56 billion for the same period a year earlier. While the Greensboro

Hugo Boss shares up 5 pct on raised 2006 outlook
Shares in German fashion firm Hugo Boss (BOSG_p.DE: Quote, Profile, Research) rose more than 5 percent on Tuesday after it lifted its 2006 outlook following forecast-beating first-quarter results. By 1050 GMT, the more liquid preference stock was up 4.4

VF Corp. 1st-quarter profit up; shares slip
VF Corp. (VFC.N: Quote, Profile, Research) posted higher first-quarter earnings and raised its full-year forecast on Tuesday on stronger demand for its North Face and Vans outdoor apparel, but shares slipped 1.7 percent as some were disappointed the

Prada likely to sell stake in Church's shoes
Prada likely to sell stake in Church's shoes Web posted at: 4/24/2006 1:53:0 Source ::: AFP ROME: The Italian luxury group Prada could be forced to sell its 45-per cent stake in the top shoemaker Church's because of financial difficulties, the daily La

VF Corp. posts higher first-quarter profit
VF Corp. (VFC.N: Quote, Profile, Research) on Tuesday posted higher first-quarter earnings as the apparel maker benefited from demand for its Lee jeans and outdoor clothing. The Greensboro, North Carolina, company reported a profit of $128.2 million or

Tommy Hilfiger amends terms of senior note tender
Tommy Hilfiger USA Inc., a unit of clothing maker Tommy Hilfiger Corp. (TOM.N: Quote, Profile, Research), said on Monday it had amended the terms of a senior note tender. The tender of outstanding 6.85 percent notes due 2008 is being conducted in

Asphalt gray is the new black for Benetton clan
Jumpers in primary colors made the Benetton family famous around the world, but for the past few years, the clan's favorite shade has been tarmac gray. A planned 14.4-billion euro ($17.8 billion) buyout of the Benetton's Autostrade motorway operator by

What's That Label? Why, It's a MongoLauri Apple

Fashion Date Wednesday, April 26th, 2006


What's That Label? Why, It's a Mongo
Lauri Apple finds designer treasures on the street and in the garbage. Her blog tells all.
ANDREW ADAM NEWMAN

N.F.L. Draft Daze: The Lost Weekend
For a large and growing subculture of American men, the N.F.L. draft is a phenomenon, for some even rivaling the Super Bowl itself in importance.
ALEX WILLIAMS

Modern Love: A Reality Show for Couples Therapy? Sign Us Up
I'm a stripper with a delectable boyfriend and a rock'n'roll band. I should be having more sex than anyone.
LIV OSTHUS

Manly Men Answer Call of the Wild
New survival classes offer an element of fantasy in which students face simulated hardships that they will probably never encounter again.
ALEXANDRA WOLFE

Vows: Laurie Nehmen and Austin Stark
The couple dated off and on for four years. They were married on April 1 at the University Club.
SHANNON DONNELLY

The Socialite Wore a Black Tie
The new men about town aspire to be more than just arm candy for the ladies. They are, for lack of a better term, male socialites.
PETER DAVIS

India:Mangalore has its first Big Baazar outletVietnam:Elastic dress

Fashion Date Wednesday, April 26th, 2006


India:Mangalore has its first Big Baazar outlet

Vietnam:Elastic dress exports record growth

USA:Cache to webcast for Q1 2006 results

USA:Mothers Work Q2 profit rises, ups FY guidance

USA:Delta Apparel to release Q3 2006 results on May 5

USA:Liz Claiborne to participate at Lehman Brothers Retail Seminar

USA:Coach Q3 profit surges 35%, plans 600 stores by 2007

Vietnam:MOT allows 27 textile Cos to export to US

Spring Sales!What's better than great fashion? Why, great

Fashion Date Tuesday, April 25th, 2006


Spring Sales!
What's better than great fashion? Why, great fashion on sale, of course! Here are some of the current deals you'll find online:New Markdowns: Save up to 70% at eLUXURY (I'm…

Look Good in Black and White
I love black and white combinations because they are such an easy way to look instantly chic. Black and white is everywhere this season: in solids, prints, embellished pieces, separates,…

Calm Swimwear Fears
Some women put on makeup first, some spray on a fake tan. Still others avoid the mirrors altogether and just order from a catalog. Finding the right swimwear is tough,…

Are You a Fashion Disaster?
Test your fashion savvy with this …

Fashion Find: Perfect Beach Bag
Why schlep your stuff to the sand with just any old bag when you can tote the adorable "Cabana Bag" from FredaLa.com? At just $56, this large cotton bag in…

The Long and Short of It: Pants for Spring
Remember being a kid and loving summer because it meant you could finally wear shorts again?This year shorts and pants are the hottest bottoms out there, from knee-length shorts to…

6 Steps to Buying a New Dress
Don't let shopping for a special occasion dress intimidate you! With a little help and a plan, you can start early and find the perfect dress for your next occasion….

Fashion Under $40
Smart fashionistas know that you don't have to spend a fortune to get the trendiest looks. Find 5 hot spring styles — a romantic blouse (pictured, left), long shorts (right)…

What to Wear with Leggings
Leggings — a.k.a. footless tights — are popping up underneath everything from tunics to dresses. Find out how to look right in this trendy retro style. Also, get ready to…

Fashion Find: George Clooney for Prez!
Is it so wrong to want hunky George Clooney to be the leader of the free world? Legions of Clooney fans think not! Although he hasn't made any moves to…

What's That Label? Why, It's a MongoLauri Apple

Fashion Date Tuesday, April 25th, 2006


What's That Label? Why, It's a Mongo
Lauri Apple finds designer treasures on the street and in the garbage. Her blog tells all.
ANDREW ADAM NEWMAN

Modern Love: A Reality Show for Couples Therapy? Sign Us Up
I'm a stripper with a delectable boyfriend and a rock'n'roll band. I should be having more sex than anyone.
LIV OSTHUS

N.F.L. Draft Daze: The Lost Weekend
For a large and growing subculture of American men, the N.F.L. draft is a phenomenon, for some even rivaling the Super Bowl itself in importance.
ALEX WILLIAMS

Vows: Laurie Nehmen and Austin Stark
The couple dated off and on for four years. They were married on April 1 at the University Club.
SHANNON DONNELLY

Manly Men Answer Call of the Wild
New survival classes offer an element of fantasy in which students face simulated hardships that they will probably never encounter again.
ALEXANDRA WOLFE

The Socialite Wore a Black Tie
The new men about town aspire to be more than just arm candy for the ladies. They are, for lack of a better term, male socialites.
PETER DAVIS

The Bank of Mom and DadAn increasing amount

Fashion Date Tuesday, April 25th, 2006


The Bank of Mom and Dad
An increasing amount of young people are the beneficiaries of a subsidy arriving regularly from Mom and Dad.
ANNA BAHNEY

Skin Deep: Take 10 Years Off My Face, in 60 Seconds
Freeze 24/7, an anti-wrinkle line with six products, has become a force to be reckoned with in the cosmetics industry.
NATASHA SINGER

Being Bad: The Career Move
Kate Moss made it back onto her pedestal and booked some big jobs after a drug scandal last fall.
GUY TREBAY

Dress Codes: Summer Cool of a Different Stripe
It is a bit of poetic justice that the old blue and white striped fabric called seersucker should be in style uptown and down, in town and out.
DAVID COLMAN

Front Row: Project Parsons: Fashion School as Star
"Project Runway,"the reality show filmed at Parsons the New School for Design, has made the school quite fashionable.
ERIC WILSON

Looking for Alternatives to Ligament Replacement Surgery
New research suggests that one day it may be possible to regenerate damaged anterior cruciate ligaments rather than replace them.
CATHERINE SAINT LOUIS

Gap Inc. to open about 35 stores in

Fashion Date Monday, April 24th, 2006


Gap Inc. to open about 35 stores in Middle East
Clothing retailer Gap Inc. (GPS.N: Quote, Profile, Research) on Tuesday said it agreed with Dubai-based Al Tayer Group to open about 25 Gap stores and about 10 Banana Republic stores in the Middle East by 2010. Gap said Al Tayer will open the first

Ever-Glory Passes Evaluation of Abercrombie&Fitch and Signs New
LOS ANGELES, April 19, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) — Ever-Glory International Group (OTCBB:EGLY) announced today the company has passed the evaluation of Abercrombie&Fitch's Product Quality Standard to become its producer. The production orders were signed

True Religion Apparel disputes analysis of Japan sales
True Religion respondsCommentary: Apparel maker has different view of Japan salesBy Herb Greenberg, MarketWatchLast Update: 5:30 PM ET Apr 19, 2006SAN DIEGO (MarketWatch) — From the fair and equal treatment department: Heard back from True Religion

USA. Gill launches new Technical Apparel line that combines performance and casual looks
Products news: Gill North America is launching this summer a Technical Apparel line of good-looking, casual marine clothing for men and women that features all of Gill's renowned high performance, technical features, but is equally at home off the boat

Jones Apparel Group, Inc. Announces Management Change and Realignment in its Wholesale Footwear and Accessories and Retail Businesses
Jones Apparel Group, Inc. Announces Management Change and Realignment in its Wholesale Footwear and Accessories and Retail Businesses Jones Apparel Group, Inc. (NYSE:JNY)today announced the following promotions: * Andrew Cohen to Chief Executive Officer

Gov't to support shoe firms in court
The Chinese Government will support domestic footwear companies if they take the European Commission to court for its ruling on imports of Chinese leather shoes, said a senior trade official. The European Union (EU) imposed provisional tariffs on imports

Atlanta athletic apparel and equipment company to be sold for $600M
Russell Corp. will be acquired by Berkshire Hathaway Inc., the company run by billionaire CEO Warren E. Buffett. The companies said Monday their merger agreement calls for Russell stockholders to receive $18 per share in cash. As of March 10,

Dade ad agency buys stake in Haggar Clothing
So seriously that the Coconut Grove shop bought an equity stake in its latest client: Haggar Clothing Co. It's a minor holding in the men's apparel maker, said CP+B Chief Executive Jeff Hicks, who declined to reveal numbers, but said it's a ''logical

Nike chief of apparel quits job, joins IAC
NY Post SUZANNE KAPNER Mindy Grossman, the highly-respected executive in charge of Nike's apparel business, resigned yesterday to join IAC/InterActiveCorp., where she will oversee the company's retail businesses, including the Home Shopping Network.

Value fund manager taps Kellwood, Energy Partners, NewAlliance
Looking past a bad yearCorporate stumbles create buying opportunities for fund managerBy Alistair Barr, MarketWatchLast Update: 8:03 PM ET Apr 19, 2006SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) – Paying close attention to a company's every move is useful for investors,

Fashion Find: George Clooney for Prez!Is it so

Fashion Date Monday, April 24th, 2006


Fashion Find: George Clooney for Prez!
Is it so wrong to want hunky George Clooney to be the leader of the free world? Legions of Clooney fans think not! Although he hasn't made any moves to…

The Long and Short of It: Pants for Spring
Remember being a kid and loving summer because it meant you could finally wear shorts again?This year shorts and pants are the hottest bottoms out there, from knee-length shorts to…

Fashion Find: Perfect Beach Bag
Why schlep your stuff to the sand with just any old bag when you can tote the adorable "Cabana Bag" from FredaLa.com? At just $56, this large cotton bag in…

Look Good in Black and White
I love black and white combinations because they are such an easy way to look instantly chic. Black and white is everywhere this season: in solids, prints, embellished pieces, separates,…

Are You a Fashion Disaster?
Test your fashion savvy with this …

What to Wear with Leggings
Leggings — a.k.a. footless tights — are popping up underneath everything from tunics to dresses. Find out how to look right in this trendy retro style. Also, get ready to…

6 Steps to Buying a New Dress
Don't let shopping for a special occasion dress intimidate you! With a little help and a plan, you can start early and find the perfect dress for your next occasion….

Featured Designer: Carolina Herrera
Classy Carolina Herrera is a favorite of Hollywood A-listers like Renee Zellweger because her clothes are both glamorous and trend-proof.This spring …

India:CII claims VAT exemption for textile sectorUSA:Record buyers&exhibitors

Fashion Date Sunday, April 23rd, 2006


India:CII claims VAT exemption for textile sector

USA:Record buyers&exhibitors flock to Techtextil North America

USA:Haggar teams up with advertising agency Crispin Porter + Bogusky

China:DaLi (China) set to build silk clothing base

USA:Natural Resource Trust to knit sheep wool

Asia:PX price climbs to a decade's high

India:Mast Ltd to set up new outsourcing units

UK:Primark H1 revenue, profit rise

USA:NAT to sponsor LOHAS 10

Asia:Benzene prices in Asia on the rise