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_________________________________________________ advertisement Don't miss the most talked about New York fashion event, The TrainTM International Designer Collections, September 16 - 18 at Terminal Stores, spotlighting more than 100 up-market creative fashion and accessories brands. And introducing Platform 2 International Bridge and Contemporary Collections featuring the same level of creativity, at Roseland Ballroom, September 18 - 20. www.thetrainnewyork.com _________________________________________________ Friday, September 08, 2006 TODAY'S TOP STORIES PPR's Stellar 1st Half: Gucci Group Propels 27% Surge in Profits Luxury continues to juice PPR, the French owner of Gucci Group, which said sales of high-end accessories and apparel drove first-half profits. EU Looks at Security of Liquids on Planes The European Commission is hammering out a pan-European Union response to security issues surrounding liquids in airline hand luggage because of their potential use in terrorism. 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Picture Perfect If Hollywood calls, a young designer answers -- even if it's the week before the collections. Thom Browne to Design Brooks Bros. Collection Brooks Bros. is adding a designer dimension to its assortment, WWD has learned. ACCESSORIES REPORT Brasilia, Hugo Boss Brands Lead Movado to 2Q Net Rise Movado Group Inc. on Thurs?day posted a 32.7 percent hike in second-quarter earnings, driven by the launch of the Brasilia and Hugo Boss collections and the Series 800 sports line. _________________________________________________ Fashion Week's Professional Hiring Event - Sept 15th! Interview for hundreds of jobs with the hottest companies at WWD FASHION CAREER EXPO - Friday, Sept. 15th - 10am - 3pm Gotham Hall - 1356 Broadway @ 36th St. Pre-register & search jobs: http://www.FashionCareerExpo.com. College degree & 2 years industry experience reqd. Only $10 admission. Bring many resumes and pass on to your friends! _________________________________________________ NY Fashion Week Check out WWD.com for the lastest news from New York Fashion Week including full reviews and photo galleries. www.wwd.com _________________________________________________ BEAUTY REPORT Mormoris Leads Coty Revamp Coty is restructuring marketing efforts for its Coty Beauty division, in a move to strengthen the unit's presence globally. Nivea Reaches Out to 'Touch' N.Y. Nivea is bringing its "Touch and Be Touched" campaign to life with Nivea Touches New York, a monthlong promotional event designed to increase brand awareness. Pitanguy Skin Care Set to Launch in U.S. The recent outpouring of dermatologist-driven, high-tech skin care brands will kick into another gear with the U.S. debut of a product range created in cooperation with Ivo Pitanguy, one of the most famous plastic surgeons in the world. Men's Corner: Biotherm Homme Takes Aim at Younger Men Biotherm Homme is trying to interest younger men in High Recharge, a moisturizing, antifatigue gel, which is the kind of product that traditionally would be aimed at a decidedly older audience. Adding Up Beauty: Physicians Formula, Bare Escentuals Eye IPO Beauty retailers have become larger and mightier, but consumers, and lately investors, have increasingly taken a shinning to niche cosmetics brands. Talley Named SVP At L'Oreal Paris L'Oreal Paris has named Anne Talley to the position of senior vice president of marketing, overseeing marketing and U.S. print and broadcast ad strategies for the division's color cosmetics, skin care, hair care and hair color brands. Neil Fiske Recounts BBW's 'Trading Up' Story When Neil Fiske was offered the top post at Bath & Body Works three years ago, he asked himself if he could recharge the company. Critical Mass: Sally Hansen Emphasizes Safety in New Effort With consumers concerned about chemicals in nail polish, the market leader -- Sally Hansen -- is taking a proactive stand. MAC's Star-Studded Day Never let it be said that John Demsey doesn't get his money's worth from his spokespeople -- or from his party guests, even. HBA REPORT KPSS Aims to Double Share by 2011 On Aug. 21 Mario Argenti, 51, was named president and chief executive officer of Baltimore-based Kao Professional Salon Services Inc. Snippets: In The Bag ... VIP's Only ... Picture Perfect ... Out-of-town fashion and beauty editors can relieve stress with products from The Sanctuary Spa in the privacy of their hotel rooms at the Soho Grand and the Tribeca Grand during fashion week. MEDIA/ADVERTISING Memo Pad: The Good Doctor ... Good Shopping ... All Over ... 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Email ceoapparel@fairchildpub.com for program details. _________________________________________________ TEXTILE & TRADE REPORT Coalition Lobbies Against 'Unrealistic' Port Screening A coalition that includes four major apparel retailer and importer associations urged senators Thursday to pass a strong port security bill and defeat potential amendments requiring 100 percent screening of cargo, which they argue could bring global commerce to a standstill. FINANCIAL Sales Gain Lifts Carrefour's Net Carrefour, the world's second-largest retailer after Wal-Mart, on Thursday said first-half net profits rose 10.8 percent to 706 million euros, or $868.1 million, the fruit of aggressive price reductions and store openings. | |||||||||||||||||
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