Monday, October 30, 2006 TODAY'S TOP STORIES _________________________________________________ JOB OF THE DAYDirector of Online Marketing LA based multi-brand fashion retailer is seeking a Director of Online Marketing to manage the launch of its e-commerce site. This position will analyze results to consistently improve performance, negotiate online media packages and develop promotional campaigns to increase sales and brand awareness. A minimum of 5 years prior experience in a fashion e-commerce environment a must! Salary commensurate with experience! Apply at wwd@24seveninc.com _________________________________________________
FINANCIAL Gift Cards Go Long Way at Retail Gift cards not only take a lot of the stress out of holiday shopping for consumers, but they are also boosting store sales for retailers well beyond Christmas. EYE The Visional Thing "The Night of Stars" was no misnomer as the Fashion Group International held its annual celebrity-packed awards Thursday night. _________________________________________________ WWD.comGet instant access to everything you need to know about the fashion and retailing business. Subscribe to the online home of Women's Wear Daily and get all the day's news as well as up-to-the-minute breaking news, web exclusives, complete classified listings and more. http://www.wwd.com/subscribe _________________________________________________
RETAIL In Time for Plenty When Tracy Reese got word from retailers that many women wanted to buy Tracy Reese frocks but just couldn't afford them, she whipped up Plenty Frock to remedy the situation. FASHION From Diva to Designer In true diva form, singer Gladys Knight launched her new lingerie line, Knightwear, on the stage of the Apollo Theatre on Thursday. _________________________________________________ Style Starts Here
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WWD/DNR CEO Summit: Nov 1-3, Ritz Carlton, NYC : Where CEOs Do Business. Don't get shut out of the apparel event of the year. Join Terry Lundgren, Donatella Versace, Steven Sadove, Maureen Chiquet, Ross Levinsohn, Elie Tahari and more than 150 apparel CEOs for two days of thought leadership, high-powered networking and practical intelligence that will move your business forward. Email ceoapparel@fairchildpub.com for program details. _________________________________________________
ACCESSORIES REPORT Accessory Network Pushes Prestige Accessory Network Group is giving the luxury segment a more prominent role as it positions itself as a key player at both ends of the price spectrum. ACCESSORIES: ACE AWARDS PREVIEW Honoring 10 Years of Accessories Excellence The Accessories Council wants its party tonight at Cipriani 42nd Street in Manhattan to be about paying homage to the winners of the organization's annual Accessories Council Excellence awards. Ace Award: Jennifer Lopez A consummate multitasker, Jennifer Lopez juggles the roles of actress, singer, producer and entrepreneur. Fashion Icon: Rachel Zoe Rachel Zoe, who started as a magazine editor, has evolved into the go-to style adviser for a myriad of celebrities. Magazine of the Year: O, The Oprah Magazine Oprah Winfrey's TV program can cause viewers to rush to buy the products she recommends, and her O, The Oprah Magazine can have similar influence when it comes to fashion. INNERWEAR REPORT Top Notch Spring's lingerie palette has a tropical bent with shades such as melon and parakeet green. BEAUTY REPORT MEDIA/ADVERTISING GENERAL Coming This Week MONDAY: Los Angeles International Textile Show (through Wednesday). Etro Brings 'Cosmic Nomads' to Calif. Next time Veronica Etro returns to Northern California, she hopes to see the scenery from a car pulling an iconic silver-bullet Airstream trailer with her husband and son inside. TEXTILES
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