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_________________________________________________ Subscribe now to WWD.com and save 20%! For a limited time you can subscribe to WWD.com for ONLY $79. You must click here for this special offer. Subscribe NOW and save! https://www.pubservice.com/fcarchive.aspx?pc=wo&pk=462NEWS _________________________________________________ Tuesday, March 14, 2006 TODAY'S TOP STORIES Handicapping the Stars: Which Young Designer Will Prosper in Future? Behnaz Sarafpour, Proenza Schouler and Richard Chai could be the next big designers if they don't succumb to the industry's pitfalls. Neiman Marcus Names Downing Fashion Head Ending months of speculation, Neiman Marcus Stores on Monday named Ken Downing senior vice president and fashion director. Changes Sweeping Global Manufacturing Sourcing executives and government officials address key issues shaping the supply chain at the first WWD Sourcing Leadership Forum. _________________________________________________ JOB OF THE DAY PDM/PLM Implementation Specialist NYC Apparel Company seeks experienced Design Technology professional to consult on PDM/PLM Implementations. The ideal candidate will have exceptional project management skills and a proven knowledge of entire product lifecycle including: Design, Technical Design, Merchandising, Production and QA. This position acts as a liaison between these areas to streamline processes, identify organizational needs and responsibilities, and make recommendations on industry best practices to ensure successful execution of new system. A minimum of 8 years industry experience is required. Salary commensurate with experience. Apply at wwd@24seveninc.com _________________________________________________ BEAUTY REPORT Beauty Beat: Dsquared Signs Scent Deal With ICR Dsquared added another brick to the foundation of its growing brand with a licensing agreement with Italian fragrance manufacturer ICR. FINANCIAL Coles Myer Sells Myer for $1.02B Coles Myer Ltd. has sold its Myer business to a consortium led by Newbridge Capital, the Asian Pacific investment arm of Texas Pacific Group, for $1.02 billion, the company said on Monday. Golden Gate Buys Norm Thompson Golden Gate Capital on Monday said it has acquired women's specialty catalogue firm Norm Thompson Outfitters for an undisclosed sum. Adidas, Nike Awarded Damages The recommendation by Magi?strate Ronald Ellis was handed down on Feb. 27, but was not immediately available. Yoox Sales Rise 47% in '05 The company said Monday that online revenues had reached $63 million in 2005, an increase of 47 percent over the year before. _________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ GENERAL In Brief: Kohl's Retirement ... Wet Seal Appointment ... New To The Board A brief look at some of the day's stories. Americana Manhasset Marks 50th Americana Manhasset has created its first pop-up store, called Distinctly Modern, to mark its 50th anniversary. MEDIA/ADVERTISING Memo Pad: Hiding In Plain Sight ... Fan Morrison ... Mea Culpa Gawker.com's reason for being is to poke fun at the overhyped people, places and things of the media universe, be it Lindsay Lohan, Bungalow 8 or Radar magazine. RETAIL Barneys Fetes Boston Flagship Barneys New York celebrated its Copley Place Boston opening, the luxury retailer's first flagship in 13 years, at a party last Thursday that was the talk of Beantown. EYE Mountain Mamas London may have been dripping with rain last week, but the skies were clear at Annabel's, and the snow babes were out in force. Hynde Sight In 1980, Sire Records released the self-titled debut by the Pretenders, a band that blended everything from punk to reggae and rhythm and blues. READY-TO-WEAR REPORT They Are Wearing: All Chilled Out Stylish Slovenians brace for the winter chill by layering up with an unexpected mix of lightweight pieces. IN TRANSIT Port Security Remains in Spotlight The aborted Dubai Ports World deal triggered a national debate and generated broader port security initiatives that are likely to preoccupy Capitol Hill. TEXTILE & TRADE REPORT Colombiatex Scores $33M, Enhances Image The Colombiatex fair included models parading the latest offerings from Bra?zilian and Colombian designers as spectators watched with caipirinha cocktails in hand. Singapore Gives $6.7M to Sector As China continues to dominate the post-quota industry, Asia's other textile players are working to bolster their presence and stay competitive. FASHION Patricia Field on the Move Patricia Field is moving her long-running party from West Broadway in SoHo to the Bowery on the Lower East Side. Fashion Scoops: Blondie Snapshot Marc Jacobs and Debbie Harry have been close friends for close to two decades. | |||||||||||||||||
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