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Friday, July 21, 2006
FASHION
Mispelaere: The Face Behind Chloe
Don't expect a new face to come out at the end of the Chloe runway during Paris Fashion Week this fall.
Martin + Osa: A First Look
Less than two months from opening its first stores, American Eagle's new retail concept, Martin + Osa, on Wednesday unveiled its fall collection's "fusion" approach.
Fashion Scoops: Costa Gets Close ... Aeffe In Play ... Smith Takes Paris ...
After lengthy negotiations, Francisco Costa, creative director of Calvin Klein Collection for women, is finally close to having a new contract.

FINANCIAL
Federated Sells 4 Sites to Target
Federated Depart??ment Stores Inc. said Thursday that it sold four department stores to Target.
Charlotte Russe Profits Soar in Quarter
Bolstered by a strong performance of its core brand, Charlotte Russe Holding Inc. posted robust earnings on a 32 percent increase in net sales for the third quarter.
Burberry Gets 100K in Trademark Dispute
Burberry has been awarded $100,000 in damages in U.S. District Court in Manhattan in a trademark infringement case.

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GENERAL
Quote of The Week
"The most important thing -- and I would like this to be my legacy -- is to really create an incredible network service system."
In Brief: Dolce & Gabbana In Japan ... Sara Lee's Big Spin-Off
A brief look at some of the day's stories.

BEAUTY REPORT
Coty Signs Kylie Minogue to Scent Deal
Coty Inc. has yet another new star in its crowded celebrity firmament: pop star Kylie Minogue.
Grayson Produces Brand Audit System
As the number of product launches escalates, so do the chances for failure, prompting longtime industry consultant Suzanne Grayson to come up with a numerical system that she said will score a product's potential for success.
Hilary Duff, Arden Ready Scent Launch
Hilary Duff's entrepreneurial style certainly is not hands-off.
European Commission Bans 22 Hair Dye Substances
The European Commission has banned 22 substances used in hair dyes, starting Dec. 1.

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JOB OF THE DAY
VP Retail Operations
San Francisco based retailer is seeking a VP of Retail Operations to oversee all operational issues that affect the store level operations of 300 retail locations across the US and Canada. This position will manage a team of 5 direct reports and oversee a large cross functional team. The ideal candidate will have extensive prior corporate operations experience with a proven ability to build functional partnerships and manage multiple initiatives. Salary to $175K
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