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Monday, February 13, 2006 FALL 2006: THE REVIEWS Cool Confidence - Ralph Lauren, Donna Karan, Karl Lagerfeld Dark palettes, few frills and well-worked details were some of the elements that made an impact on the runways. A Sophisticated Air - Chado Ralph Rucci, Zac Posen, Sweetface, Matthew Williamson, Cynthia Rowley Some of the recent fall collections were all about the pretty and polished, with designers turning out simple cocktail dresses, smart little jackets and great-looking patterned coats. Leading Ladies - Strenesse, Tory by TRB, Douglas Hannant, Malandrino, Nathan Jenden, Joanna Mastroianni, Manuel Dressed up, high on cozy or sweetly simplified, the New York runways were big on attitude, from the chic to the glamorous to the sexy. Frock On - Carlos Miele, Zero Maria Cornejo, Temperley London, Zaldy It's all about dresses this season, from cozy little knitted numbers to all-out glamorous gowns. _________________________________________________ JOB OF THE DAY WebPDM Super User New York based apparel company is seeking experienced Design Technology professional to oversee system testing prior to company rollout. General responsibilities include testing of software, documentation of any issues and concerns, and communication with management. Candidates must be fluent in WebPDM processes and familiar with all WebPDM databases, including: Construction Details, Design and Cost, and Grade Rule. Minimum of 3 years experience a must, experience with developing testing scripts for others to follow a plus! Apply at wwd@24seveninc.com _________________________________________________ TODAY'S TOP STORIES Seeking the Hot Bag: Larger, Structured Looks Seen as the Keys for Fall Evidence of the importance of bags was seen on the runways over the last week. The New CEO: Not 'Me' but 'We' Ding dong, the bullies are gone. Now everyone wants a team player occupying the executive suite. GENERAL Andrew Rolfe Exiting Gap International Andrew Rolfe, president of the Gap International division of Gap Inc. for the past two years, is leaving the company to take a senior position at a private equity firm, TowerBrook Capital Partners LP. EYE Front Row Flash Halle Berry slipped into the Ralph Lauren show Friday morning virtually unnoticed, wearing an equally low-key gray pantsuit from the designer's fall collection. FASHION A Little Bit Sweet, A Little Bit Sexy Many lesser-known designers made it clear that they mean business this season, most notably Jeremy Laing. Fashion Scoops: Fashion On Ice ... Beauty Talk ... Feeling The Love ... The Olympics opening ceremony held in Turin Friday evening was a tribute to Italian style and design. Facchinetti Consulting for New Moncler Line Alessandra Facchinetti has traded sexy dresses and high heels for duvet jackets. Charity Foundation Heads to Magic Fashion Delivers Charitable Foundation Inc., the apparel industry nonprofit group recently formed to help people rebuild their lives following a natural disaster or tragedy, will participate in its first MAGIC show Feb. 21-24. _________________________________________________ New on WWD.Com! Exclusive News When You Need It: Now In addition to the industry's top fashion and retail news, WWD.com now features more breaking and updated news as well as sneak peaks and previews of upcoming stories. Don't miss our exclusive "At Work With" interviews. _________________________________________________ ACCESSORIES REPORT Clear Steps Into Fashion Week With luxury a major factor in the retail marketplace, Elyse N. Kroll, executive director of ENK International, figured the wholesale world was ready for something special as well. Paris Shows Take a Cultured Turn Sophistication was the buzzword at the Premiere Classe and Eclat de Mode trade shows here, where gold, fur, leather and ethnic accessories were the focal point for buyers. Leiber Calls On Vignola Judith Leiber, the accessories firm famous for its jeweled minaudieres, has appointed Robert Vignola president and chief executive officer. FINANCIAL Searching for Retail Opportunities Gilbert Harrison, chairman of Financo, said he expects more consolidations in the retail sector this year, which could open the door for companies looking to find better real estate in key markets. Staffing Agencies Merge Project Solvers, a source for freelance and full-time personnel in the fashion and design-related industries, has merged with Resolve Staffing. WWD Stock Index Slips 0.4% Despite a growing gap between short- and long-term bond yields investors kept up vigorous trading late last week. Puma Expects Surges in Net, Sales Puma is kicking off a soccer-drenched year by upping its earnings and sales forecasts. Analyst Touts Rise in Annual Cash-Out Data The analyst sees this sort of activity as favorable for consumer spending, "as consumers typically spend extracted funds and/or savings from lower mortgage payments." Debating How Online Sales Fit Into Comps Due to the ever-increasing popularity of apparel sales on the Internet, at least one expert says retailers should include Web-based same-store sales in their monthly sales reports. CIT: Consolidation Remains a 'Huge Issue' Mitch Cohen, executive vice president, western regional manager at CIT Commercial Services, discussed these and other issues with WWD in a recent interview. MEDIA/ADVERTISING Memo Pad: Everything Must Go ... Design Worth A Detour ... French Ties The curious new phrase circulating among executives at Conde Nast Publications' 4 Times Square headquarters? "We're out of inventory." BEAUTY REPORT Beauty Beat: Benefit Teams With Ford Motor Co. While they may not be long-lost cousins, the Ford sisters of Benefit Cosmetics and Ford Motor Co. have teamed up for a cosmetics launch. INNERWEAR MARKET PREVIEW Winds of Change Fan Salon Issues Change was in the air at the Eurovet-operated Salon International de la Lingerie and Interfiliere trade fairs here. French Cinema Focus of Salon Exhibit The impact of intimate apparel on the silver screen was represented by authentic costumes and vintage posters featuring French film sirens such as Martine Carol. Margaux's Vintage Trousseau A young designer line called Trousseau de Margaux was new on the scene, showing its neophyte collection of vintage-looking lingerie in the Spicy Garden section of the Salon International de la Lingerie. Maidenform Lowers Forecasts Maidenform Brands Inc. lowered its fiscal 2005 and 2006 sales and operating earnings projections last week. Lingerie's Other Side Shopping at some of the world's most avant-garde lingerie stores doesn't necessarily have to involve buying panties. Hanky Panky Rolls Out the Concealer Sheer doesn't have to mean nude thanks to the Con?cealer, a line of skin-tone innerwear items designed to be worn under see-through apparel such as chiffon bohemian-inspired tops and lace dresses. Canadians, New Brands in Spotlight Sleepwear will be a growing presence at the eighth edition of Lingerie Americas that is set for a three-day run starting Feb. 25 at the landmark Altman Building and Metropolitan Pavilion here. | |||||||||||||||||
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