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Tuesday, February 28, 2006 FALL 2006: THE REVIEWS Ladies and Gentlemen - Viktor & Rolf, Yohji Yamamoto, Rick Owens A stunning incarnation of power-woman drama and masses of giant men's wear looks were present and accounted for as the Paris collections got under way. Feminine Principles - Balmain, Isabel Marant Designers homed in on the pretty and stylish with looks influenced by Fifties couture or the style of chic Parisiennes. Getting Polished - Azzaro Taking inspiration from the strict lines of Catholic girls' school uniforms she once wore as well as from Azzaro's traditional slinkiness, Vanessa Seward turned out a fall collection that was tres sophistique. Short Takes - Alena Akhmadullina, Igor Chapurin, Bruno Pieters, Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, Sharon Wauchob Russian designer Alena Akhmadullina sent a slew of Twenties and Thirties silver-screen heroines down the runway. _________________________________________________ JOB OF THE DAY Wholesale Planner Hip women's apparel manufacturer and retailer seeks a wholesale planner for its NY and LA offices. This position will manage open to buy inventory, develop 6 month sales and inventory plans, analyze gross margins and oversee sales/stock ratio. Wholesale or department store planning a must, high end experience a plus. $80k Apply at wwd@24seveninc.com _________________________________________________ TODAY'S TOP STORIES PVH Shocker: CEO Weber Out After 8 Months, Chirico Takes Reins PVH said Monday that Mark Weber had left the company "by agreement with the board." He was succeeded by Emanuel Chirico. Ford, De Sole Confirm Zegna Deal Tom Ford and Domenico De Sole confirmed their company has signed a licensing deal with Ermenegildo Zegna for a Tom Ford men's collection. Balenciaga in the Black, Now Goes for Growth Gucci Group-owned Balenciaga has reached its profitability target two years ahead of plan, with triple-digit sales gains across categories. READY-TO-WEAR REPORT American Eagle's Strategy for 'aerie' Intimates American Eagle Outfitter's intimate apparel subbrand will launch this fall with a multi-pronged real estate strategy and an expanded collection. Susan Bristol Changes Hands Susan Bristol, a better sportswear company, has new ownership after 35 years in business. Atelier Buyers Eye the Unusual At Atelier, some 75 vendors presented specialty pieces for fall, with an eye on versatility. Trafik Takes Show on the Road Miami's climate, cosmopolitan edge and party atmosphere drew international vendors and national retailers, including Patricia Field, Fred Segal and Kitson. GENERAL Macy's Workers Rally for Pact Members of the Retail Wholesale & Department Store Union rallied in front of Macy's Herald Square as the union readies for a possible strike. EYE Irish Eyes Seated by the window of her Hell's Kitchen studio sublet, Kerry Condon is in a quandary over what to wear to the premiere of her latest play. Master Builder Chatting with Peter Marino, who has made a name designing residences and retail environments for some of the fashion industry's top players. Eye Scoops: Battle Of The House Parties Oscar nominees such as Felicity Huffman began turning up at Soho House West in L.A.'s Olympus neighborhood on Sunday. FASHION Fashion Scoops: A Shop Of One's Own ... Simons Says ... Beach Bum ... She may be French, but it's taken New York-based Catherine Malandrino almost a decade in business to open her first Paris outpost. Edgy and Commercial Mix in Brazil While designer collections at last month's Sao Paulo Fashion Week offered edgier, less-commercial styles in a bid to be more internationally relevant, Fashion Rio, in Rio de Janeiro, went the commercial route. It's All in the Mix at Dallas FIG Accessories, feminine tops and denim led the action at Fashion Industry Gallery's recent market, as retailers rounded out their spring buys. FINANCIAL Sears Ending Essentials, Revamping Grand Sears Holdings has decided to simplify its complicated retail portfolio by phasing out the year-old Sears Essentials name but retooling the off-the-mall format. Amazon Gets Fashion Forward, Buys Shopbop.com Amazon.com is adding a fashion-forward dimension to its stable of Web sites and array of merchandise. De Beers LV Shifts Jobs Focus De Beers LV, the retail partnership between De Beers and LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, has cut 10 jobs in the supply chain division of its headquarters. Samsonite Near Deal on Madison Ave. Site Samsonite is said to be close to leasing space at 838 Madison Avenue, between 69th and 70th streets, in the former Westbury Hotel, which houses the Chloe and Gucci boutiques, among others. Warnaco Reports 4th-Qtr. Net Drop, But Full Year Up Warnaco Group Inc. on Monday posted disappointing fourth-quarter results due to a modest decline in sales and an increase in general expenses. NPD: National Brand Shoppers Outspend Private Label Fans Shoppers who prefer national brands consume significantly more apparel than those who are partial to private labels, according to data released Monday by NPD Group. RETAIL Limited Too Seeks International Expansion Limited Too wants to be a big international player and sees the potential to open more than 500 stores abroad. New Retailer Shows Way to Harlem Could the retailer N, set to open this month, be to Harlem what Jeffrey New York was to the Meatpacking District? MEDIA/ADVERTISING Memo Pad: Counting Change ... Variety Show The interminable wait for circulation data may soon be a thing of the past. TEXTILE & TRADE REPORT PV's Nature Walk Natural looks were the main focus for spring 2007 at Premiere Vision, which some felt symbolized an upbeat business mood. Indian Mills Take the Limelight at Texworld India emerged as a hot spot for fabric sourcing at the Texworld fabric fair here last week. Two Measures Introduced To Impede Port Takeover A bipartisan group of senators introduced two separate bills Monday to block the takeover of operations at six U.S. ports by an Arab-owned firm because of national security implications. U.S., Colombia Hammer Out Trade Deal Negotiators from the U.S. and Colombia completed trade talks Monday on a pact that will ease commerce between the two nations. BEAUTY REPORT Beauty Beat: Lush Said Eyeing The Body Shop ... Celebs Join Fight Against Cancer It looks like L'Oreal isn't the only company eyeing The Body Shop. | |||||||||||||||||
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