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Friday, March 16, 2007

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		FASHION RETAIL BEAUTY SPORTSWEAR EYE MEMOPAD TEXTILES ACCESSORIES FINANCIAL		Friday, March 16, 2007 TODAY'S TOP STORIES Fontaine's Big Move on Madison Anne Fontaine is set to dramatically increase her presence on Madison Avenue. Fontaine, who built a $100 million business essentially around one item - the white shirt - will unveil a new retail prototype next year. True Religion Sales Gain, Founders Part True Religion Apparel on Thursday posted double-digit percentage gains in profits for both the fourth quarter and full year on strong sales. Europe's Long Arm of REACH REACH, Europe's landmark chemical safety legislation, is living up to its name. _________________________________________________ Interactive Web Designer Orange County Company is looking for interactive web designer with 1-3 years experience. Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash and ActionScripting. Would provide original thoughts and vision to base concepts and creative strategies; willing to offer and accept creative of designs and implement best ideas. Would participate openly and enthusiastically in brainstorming sessions and other planning activities. Please respond with "WWD Interactive Web Designer" in the subject line of your email. Apply at wwd@24seveninc.com _________________________________________________ THE HBA REPORT Natural Expo Reveals Brands' New Strategy When they were relegated to the far corners of mass merchandise stores, the word "natural" in natural personal care products was sufficient to distinguish them from their mainstream brethren. Izod Looks to Gemini to Create Scent Gemini Cosmetics has inked a fragrance licensing deal for the Izod brand. Experts Delve Into Consumer Connections Staying on message is all well and good, but in order to take beauty marketing to the next level, it's necessary for companies to expand the ways in which they relate to consumers, according to Fashion Institute of Technology professor Stephan Kanlian. BEAUTY REPORT Versace Readies Signature Scent Launch Versace is returning to its classic roots with an eponymous fragrance - its first scent entirely developed by Euroitalia since the manufacturer acquired the license for an estimated $63.8 million, mostly in advance royalties, in December 2004. Kiehl's to Introduce Yerba Mate Skin Care Kiehl's Since 1851 is planning to add a little buzz to its skin care lineup in April. H2O Plus Sees Sampling as Avenue of Growth H2O Plus is in full swing in its marketing alliance with The Walt Disney Co., a deal that's bringing the beauty brand into 22 U.S. Disneyland Resort properties, two Disney Cruise Line ships and dozens of Disney retail stores. Expo Has Two Faces of Beauty Judging by some of the more popular booths at the recent Spa & Resort Expo & Conference here recently, trends in the beauty and spa arena are either very pure and earthy, or extremely high-tech. Mass Shoppers Blur Ethnic Lines The so-called general market for beauty care is dwindling, according to mass market buyers. Fusion Brands Gets Cash Injection Randi Shinder, the beauty entrepreneur who made the smell of "clean" de rigueur in fragrance circles, has sold a majority stake of her company, Fusion Brands International, to Canadian billionaire Eugene Melnyk. FINANCIAL PacSun Net Plunges, AEropostale Soars The specialty retailers posting fourth-quarter results Thursday delivered inconsistent results as two of the three companies were impacted by store closures and other charges. Chief Executive Exits At YSL Beaute USA Maggie Cia?fardini, chief executive officer and managing director of YSL BeautE USA, has resigned from her post. Clarins Earnings Leap in 2006 Groupe Clarins announced a net profit increase of 130.8 percent to 223.3 million euros, or $279 million at average exchange, in 2006 versus 2005. The hike was thanks to a financial transaction involving its stake in L'Occitane. Lululemon Asks VS to Cease Selling Its Pants Lululemon Athletic has formally requested that Victoria's Secret halt any sales of Lululemon pants by today. Bon-Ton Beats Estimates For 4th Quarter, Full Year The Bon-Ton Stores Inc. on Thursday posted fourth-quarter and full-year results that beat year-ago numbers as the retailer fully integrated recent acquisitions. House Bill Would Hit Subsidized Imports The Bush administration welcomes a House bill if it meets certain criteria in imposing countervailing duties on unfairly subsidized imports from nonmarket economies like China, a top Commerce Department official said Thursday. FASHION Fashion Scoops: South Of The Boarder... Milla Time... Marie Gray Speaks... Mexico City got a dose of Italian glamour Wednesday night when Gucci celebrated the opening of its newest store, a two-story boutique on Presidente Mazaryk Street. Madonna Collection Bows at H&M This was no everyday clothing launch: There was thumping music, muscled male dancers and a great wall of paparazzi planted on the pavement outside the Langham Hotel. The event was the unveiling of M by Madonna for Hennes & Mauritz. NorthPark Runway Shows a Hit It was a concept whose time had come. Fiorucci in Deal for Pair of Fast-Fashion Lines Elio Fiorucci and budget Italian retailer Oviesse have inked a deal for two new fast-fashion clothing lines, one targeting teenagers and the other for women in their 20s and 30s. Gen Art Planning Competition To Seek Out Fresh Designers Gen Art is officially looking for new talent. _________________________________________________ STILL NOT A SUBSCRIBER? WWD.COM is the fashion industry's must-have business tool! Get all the day's industry news, up-to-the-minute breaking news, web exclusives, complete classified listings and more. http://www.wwd.com/jump/subscribe _________________________________________________ RETAIL Madewell Opens Second Texas Unit Madewell has another home in the Lone Star State. Wholesale Apparel Prices Inch Up Wholesale prices on U.S.-made women's and girls' apparel inched up a seasonally adjusted 0.2 percent last month, according to the Labor Department Producer Price Index released Thursday. MEDIA/ADVERTISING Memo Pad: Promotional Offering... Yet One More... The Story Lives On... Conde Nast is close to launching the second phase of its "Point of Passion" trade campaign, due to appear this spring. The ads, being created by San Francisco-based agency Heat, will feature celebrities and cultural influencers to reflect the publishing company's impact across society. GENERAL In Brief Enyce, the streetwear brand owned by Liz Claiborne Inc., has signed two new licensing agreements. Josie Natori Receives Top Philippines Honor Josie Natori, a native of the Philippines, has received what is regarded as the highest honor for a Filipino civilian, the Lakandula award.