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_________________________________________________ Fashion Education at WWD.com WWD.com offers a comprehensive online directory of accredited fashion programs. With the ability to search for schools by location and degree, it's easy to find the fashion school that's right for you. To learn more, visit the Education Directory: http://www.wwd.com/education _________________________________________________ Wednesday, May 10, 2006 TODAY'S TOP STORIES Warnaco Looks Ahead To Calvin Klein Products Driving 50% of Revenue Retail consolidation took a toll on Warnaco Group's first-quarter results, but the $1.5 billion firm is banking on its Calvin Klein unit for better results. Benefit Is an Oscar-Worthy Affair Unanimity does not come easily in the fashion world -- except, perhaps, when Oscar de la Renta is involved. Southern Calif. Malls Update to Stay Vital Staying a step ahead in the competitive Southern California shopping center industry means reinvesting in the property. _________________________________________________ JOB OF THE DAY Merchandise Planner Hip Southern California Company is currently seeking an experienced Merchandise Planner to effectively plan and control inventories at each location level to maximize sales, manage inventory and enhance profitability. Great salary and benefits! Apply at wwd@24seveninc.com _________________________________________________ RETAIL Barneys to Open 2 Co-ops Barneys said two Co-op openings are set for fall, in the Somerset Collection in Troy, Mich., and the Westchester in White Plains, N.Y. FINANCIAL Sara Lee Apparel Division Sees Net Gain Sara Lee Corp.'s branded apparel business leveraged an improved inventory position as well as expense controls to bolster operating income in its third quarter, even as sales fell. Adidas Earnings Surge 37% in First Quarter Bolstered by product launches before the World Cup and the first-time consolidation of Reebok, Adidas reported a 37 percent jump in first-quarter profits. LeSportsac Parent Sues Former Owner of Brand Brand Science, which does business as LeSportsac, filed suit against Timothy Schifter and Schifter & Partners, charging breach of contract. Shareholders Approve Hilfiger-Apax Merger Tommy Hilfiger Corp. shareholders voted Tuesday to approve a $1.6 billion merger agreement with funds advised by Apax Partners. _________________________________________________ Subscribe to WWD.com Get same-day delivery at a great rate! Subscribe to WWD.com and receive the latest issue starting as early as 12:01 EST. Plus, you'll have access to the last 14 days of Women's Wear Daily. Start your subscription now! _________________________________________________ GENERAL In Brief: Speedo's New Volley ... Vuitton On Sunday ... Johns To Red Door A brief look at some of the day's stories. Graduate Dawn Mello: A Long Time Coming Dawn Mello's long career took her to Bergdorf Goodman and Gucci, among other places, and on May 7 she returned to her hometown to button up one key detail. Optimistic Outlook Helps Benetton Fete 40 Benetton will celebrate its 40th anniversary this year with an improved performance and image, as well as festivities in Paris. MEDIA/ADVERTISING Memo Pad: Bye, Bye, Bonnie ... Oh So Rice It's been a rough week at Star magazine. Three staffers, including co-executive editor Mark Coleman, have turned in notices and are said to be headed to rival Life & Style. IN THE MAINSTREAM Fame, Moda Manhattan Set Records While high gas prices were on the minds of retailers, it was a record-breaking season at the Fame and Moda Manhattan shows. On the Set: Jones New York Suits Up for Fall "Power lunch! Power lunch! Get that deal!" shouted a stylist giving direction as Patrick Demarchelier photographed three models strutting toward him. BEAUTY REPORT Beauty Beat: A Changing of the Guard at IFF Richard A. Goldstein stepped down as chairman and ceo of IFF and Arthur C. Martinez, lead director, was elected as interim successor. FASHION Fashion Scoops: Let The Branding Begin Kim Winser, new president and chief executive of Aquascutum, is preparing for an encore. TEXTILE & TRADE REPORT Industry Urges Tough Stance on Vietnam Industry lobbyists urged House Textile Caucus members for restrictions on apparel and textile imports from Vietnam as it seeks to join the WTO. | |||||||||||||||||
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