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Limited Edition to Help Lift Climate Project There's no question that in a word association game, "fashion" would not be followed by "Al Gore," but in real life, a lasting connection between the two is forming. BEAUTY REPORT Beauty Beat: Shiseido Retooling for International Growth... Council Moves to Ease Rules on Web Shiseido is in an acquisitive mood. To boost its international growth, the Japanese beauty giant will restructure its international business division "to formulate an overseas brand portfolio that encompasses M&A strategies and to strategically promote the allocation of investment," Shiseido said in a statement. TEXTILE & TRADE REPORT Congress Returns With Trade Bills in the Balance Trade bills pending in the last days of the Republican-controlled Congress may have significant ramifications for apparel and textile production. Swatches: PV's Open Door Policy... Lineapiu Obtains Financing Textile trade show Premiere Vision will change its door policy for February's show. Textiles 3rd in Antidumping Cases Global exports of textiles had the third-highest number, after chemicals and plastics, of new final antidumping measures imposed from Jan. 1 through June 30 Concerns Over Doha Collapse on the Rise International economic experts from 89 countries have mounting concerns that the collapse of the Doha round of trade talks could trigger a rise in protectionism worldwide, according to a poll by a global business group. China Duties Face Paper Test The activities of the paper industry are rarely of much interest to the fashion community, but when it comes to opening a door to higher tariffs on Chinese-made goods, disparate businesses can have mutual interests. Getting Back to Business Congress returns this week, facing unfinished legislative business on trade that could have a big impact on retailers, apparel manufacturers and textile producers. FINANCIAL Executive Moves For Calvin Klein Calvin Klein Inc. made several executive moves in an effort to boost continued growth. EYE Miami Vices Art is not the only sight to see while in Miami for Art Basel - even Yoko Ono is planning to enjoy herself at the fair. READY-TO-WEAR REPORT Young Designers on the Verge As designers such as Derek Lam, Doo-Ri Chung, Behnaz Sarafpour and Proenza Schouler's Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez appear to be rising in fashion's ranks, a handful of up-and-comers are in hot pursuit. On to India, China India and China present boundless opportunities in the luxury market and several designer labels are getting ready to forge ahead. London's Independence Day New York designers' indie spirit will be celebrated with an exhibition this spring at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. GENERAL In Brief: Tocca Launch... Haggar taps Zimmerman Tocca has added an e-commerce boutique to its Web site, tocca.com, where shoppers now can buy a variety of Tocca merchandise, from select ready-to-wear to beauty products and accessories. RETAIL Scoop Steps It Up a Notch Stefani Greenfield's retail concept for the ultimate closet has had long legs that are growing yet again. Asprey to Open Unit on Madison Avenue Asprey, the luxury jewelry, ready-to-wear and accessories brand, is getting a permanent home again in New York. Ugg's First Boutique Set to Bow in SoHo Ugg Australia is taking a big step in retail. The lifestyle brand that built its reputation on sheepskin boots is opening a freestanding boutique at 79 Mercer Street in Manhattan's SoHo on Thursday after a launch party Wednesday night. FASHION Fashion Scoops: Bella Festa... Rock On... All About A Cause... Giorgio Armani's name may be the one on the label of his designer wares, but it's his niece, Roberta, who is making the rounds these days on behalf of the brand. MEDIA/ADVERTISING Memo Pad: Have Mistletoe, Will Travel... New Look for News... Lucky Here For magazines, even the archetypally awkward office holiday party is an opportunity for brand positioning. _________________________________________________ More From Women's Wear Daily NOT A SUBSCRIBER? WWD.COM Get 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/promos/m6bnews WWD the Newspaper Subscribe to WWD and receive the newspaper 5 days a week Monday through Friday. 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