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Wednesday, December 20, 2006 TODAY'S TOP STORIES Bill Blass' New Start: NexCen to Buy Brand, Global Growth on Tap Design house Bill Blass is expected to be sold to NexCen Brands Inc. in a cash and stock deal valued at $54.6 million. Frederick's of Hollywood Merger Set Frederick's of Hollywood and Movie Star are merging, putting together one of lingerie's most flamboyant marketers with a strong manufacturer. Limited Brands Looks to Accessories Limited Brands has been testing an accessories retail concept called Diva London that is geared toward trend-conscious 18- to 35-year-old women. _________________________________________________ Senior Knit Designer Orange County Action Sports Company is seeking a Senior Knit Designer. Would be responsible for researching markets, trends and fabric in order to create new innovative designs within the knitwear classification. Ability to manage time professionally and execute ideas from initial concepts to completion. Comprehensive understanding of apparel design, technique, screen printing application and embroidery processes that could be added to knits. Minimum of 3-5 years experience in knitwear design. Must be proficient in Illustrator. Apply at wwd@24seveninc.com _________________________________________________ ACCESSORIES REPORT Europe's High-End Jewelry Shines at Holiday The record-breaking year for Europe's luxury jewelry and watch houses is continuing into the Christmas season. Astley Clarke's Fine Jewelry Gamble Bec Astley Clarke was no expert in precious gems when she launched her namesake fine jewelry Web site in July. GENERAL In Brief: Treasury Lets China Slide ... Indian Opportunities ... Weitzman Taps Guastella A brief look at some of the day's stories. Kellwood's Koret Promotes Execs Kellwood's Koret division appointed a president for its retail group and promoted two other executives, all in new posts. _________________________________________________ WWD Fashion Career Expo February 9th - Gotham Hall, NYC - 10-3 Hundreds of pre-screened candidates meet hiring decision-makers of marquee companies in the fashion, retail and beauty industries for one day of interviewing. Visit www.FashionCareerExpo.com to attend. Contact Seth Berk at (212) 655-4505 ext. 244 or SBerk@FashionCareeerExpo.com to reserve your booth now! _________________________________________________ FASHION Fashion Scoops: Deal Or No Deal ... American Dream ... CFDA's First Time ... Is VF Corp. looking to sell its sizable intimate apparel business? FINANCIAL Wholesale Apparel Prices Slip 0.5% in November Wholesale prices on U.S.-made women's and girls' apparel fell 0.5 percent last month, as the overall Producer Price Index rose 2 percent. BEAUTY REPORT Beauty Beat: Organic Pharmacy Expanding in London ... Unilever's Rice to Retire ... Guerlain Case Dropped ... The Organic Pharmacy has implanted itself in Covent Garden here. IN THE MAINSTREAM Mommy Dearest: Christmas Gifts From Daughters to Mothers All grown up, twentysomething daughters turn the tables and treat their mothers for the holidays, with jewelry, activewear and accessories. MEDIA/ADVERTISING Memo Pad: Promotional Tool ... Putting On The Pounds ... Another Simple Move ... If Brad Pitt was shocked to see his bare-chested, soaked image on the December cover of Vanity Fair, he may be even more baffled to find out he's promoting a party for photographer Robert Wilson in New York on Jan. 16. MARKETING Cybershoppers' Mission: Search and Consume Online shopping destinations are rising as stars of the holiday season. WWD WEST Merrell Faces Crowded Field for Outdoor Business Merrell, the shoe brand that built its business on an all-purpose moccasin, aims to combine function and fashion in a new apparel line. Saks Gets Facelift in Beverly Hills Saks Fifth Avenue is rolling out a new look at its Beverly Hills flagship, focusing on the women's apparel and accessories departments. _________________________________________________ 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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