Tuesday, October 24, 2006

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Tuesday, October 24, 2006
TODAY'S TOP STORIES
Slowing Expansion Plan: Wal-Mart Cuts Openings, Tweaks Fashion Formula
Wal-Mart announced plans Monday to adjust its growth model, scoring a hit with Wall Street.
Christian Dior's New FlagShip on Red Square
Dior's latest high-profile flagship: a 3,650-square-foot unit in the GUM department store on Red Square here.

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FINANCIAL
Liz Said Close to Acquiring Spade
The long-awaited sale of Kate Spade LLC appears to be nearing fruition.

GENERAL
Morris Evokes Warhol in Two Collections
Robert Lee Morris goes way back with Andy Warhol.
In Brief: Saks Changes... Armani IPO a No-Go
Continuing to downsize its corporate office, Saks Inc. said three executive vice presidents will resign on May 4.
Democrats Seek State-Mandated Minimum Wage
Democrats are pushing for a minimum-wage increase state by state.
Rowley Channels Prom For P.S. 1 Fund-raiser
"Isn't this the most unconventional benefit you have ever been to?" asked Cynthia Rowley, who chaired the P.S. 1 Contemporary Art Center 30th Anniversary Homecoming Gala Sunday.

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EYE
Ranch Dressing
Talking with Ricky Lauren about her new book, "Ricky Lauren: Cuisine, Lifestyle and Legend of the Double RL Ranch," due out this week.

TEXTILE & TRADE REPORT
A Decorative Touch
At next week's Los Angeles International Textile Show, multidimensional fabrics will be at the forefront for fall 2007.
L.A. Show Vendors Focus on Higher Quality
When designers, vendors and retailers come to the Los Angeles International Textile Show, they won't find too many basic fabrics.
Election '06: Key Races Grab Industry Attention
The fashion industry is keeping a close eye on key Congressional races, as Democrats seek to tip the balance of power in the House and Senate.
Dow Fiber Opens Garment District Showroom
Dow Fiber Solutions is looking to draw the apparel industry's attention to its XLA stretch fiber with a new, multipurpose showroom.

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FASHION
Bidding Adieu to Borrowed and Blue
Looking beyond the trappings of traditional wedding attire.

MEDIA/ADVERTISING
Memo Pad: Jetting In... Growing The Brand
So much for those tight budgets at Time Inc.

BEAUTY REPORT
Beauty Beat: Albrecht & Dill Opens German Shop... Hurley Dazzles Trafalgar Square
German beauty distributor Albrecht & Dill Cosmetics GmbH has opened a freestanding store here called Sahling.

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