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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 _________________________________________________ Monday, September 11, 2006 SPRING 2007: THE REVIEWS The Seduction - Diane Von Furstenberg, Tracy Reese, Lela Rose The New York collections turned up the heat as designers sent out sensual numbers, whether in a South American way or with sassy, sultry charm. The Cool Club - DKNY, Nicole Miller, Baby Phat Designers are celebrating the confident woman this spring, sending out looks that are sporty, sophisticated and smart. Gen Art: Going For Greatness Now in its 12th year, Gen Art kicked off its show with a Baptist gospel choir to entertain guests and a pastor to rev them up with hoots, hollers and hallelujahs. Academy-Worthy Presentation San Francisco's Academy of Art University upped the ante on the typical coed presentation this season. _________________________________________________ JOB OF THE DAY Patternmakers - Los Angeles Area Los Angeles apparel companies seeking patternmakers. Ideal candidates have experience with Modaris, Accumark and/or PAD. There is a need for first and production patternmakers immediately. Salary is commensurate with experience. Apply at wwd@24seveninc.com _________________________________________________ TODAY'S TOP STORIES Olivier's Next Act: Nina Ricci to Name Theyskens Today Olivier Theyskens won't show his first collection for Nina Ricci until March, but the house's rich heritage has his creative juices flowing. Baugur Takes Stake in Williamson Iceland's Baugur Group has taken a minority stake in London's Matthew Williamson and plans to build its retail network and add accessories. Marriages Made to Profit Established players are coming together through mergers and acquisitions with independent labels at an unprecedented rate. READY-TO-WEAR REPORT Barneys to Offer Alaia Jeans Style In a sea of skinny jeans in dark washes for fall, Barneys New York is hoping to stand out with its own twist on the trend. GENERAL FASHION Fashion Scoops: Imitation Jewelry ... Sister Act ... Girls Gone Wylde ... Imitation of Christ and Scarlett Johansson have collaborated to launch a jewelry line, according to Imitation of Christ designer Tara Subkoff. Generra Gets Chic for Fashion Week The boxes of samples had just arrived on the morning of Sept. 1 -- a good thing, since showtime for Generra was only 10 days away. Designer Feng Hears Siren Song of Opera Designer Han Feng, sporting a funky long skirt, bleached blonde hair and a pearl choker, joked that some of her friends never knew she could work with prints. _________________________________________________ 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 _________________________________________________ EYE Tip Sheet Running from show to show, fitting to fitting or party to party is always rough going during fashion week. MEDIA/ADVERTISING Memo Pad: Fairing Well ... Beer Here! Vanity Fair is already benefiting from its coup of publishing the first photos of Suri Cruise. RETAIL Forth & Towne to Grow in Calif. Forth & Towne, Gap Inc.'s retail concept targeting women older than 35, announced the addition of seven California stores to launch by the end of November. Custom Made: Bergdorf's Raises Personal Service Bar Bergdorf Goodman prefers to call its personal shoppers "personal stylists." Retail Resurgence Slow in Lower Manhattan Despite five years of planning, several design contests, a host of insurance lawsuits and innumerable political battles, new retail development in Lower Manhattan since the devastating attacks of Sept. 11 remains scarce. _________________________________________________ WWD would like your thoughts on mergers and acquisitions in the retail and fashion apparel industries. Please take our confidential survey at wwd.com/go/survey _________________________________________________ WWD/DNR CEO Summit: Reengineering Retail, November 1-3, Ritz Carlton, New York, Battery Park Join Terry Lundgren, Donatella Versace, Steven Sadove, Maureen Chiquet, Gela Nash-Taylor and more than 150 apparel CEOs for two days of thought leadership, high-powered networking and practical intelligence that will move your business forward. You can't afford to miss it! Email ceoapparel@fairchildpub.com for program details. _________________________________________________ WWD EXECTECH De la Renta Enters E-Commerce Era Undeterred by the limited number of designers who have embraced e-commerce, Oscar de la Renta has started selling directly to consumers online. BEAUTY REPORT Beauty Beat: Clarins USA Appoints Chief Executive ... Evangelista Teams Up With TV Guide Channel ... Marionnaud France Taps Managing Director Jonathan Zrihen, former president of Clarins Canada, has taken the helm of the New York operation as president and chief executive officer of Groupe Clarins USA. FINE JEWELRY REPORT Stephen Dweck at 25: Entering New Era When jewelry designer Stephen Dweck celebrates his 25 years in business with guests tonight, he'll be doing more than merely toasting the past. ACCESSORIES REPORT Findings: Exec Exits Jacob & Co. ... Niece Bags ... Eyes For Betsey ... Jim Haag, former managing director of sales and marketing at Jacob & Co., has left to become executive director of sales and marketing strategy at Verdura. INNERWEAR REPORT Lyon Steams Ahead in Rough Waters Boosted by a strong showing of foreign buyers, the Lyon Mode City trade fair held its own in a challenging atmosphere. CHILDREN'S WEAR REPORT Bonnie Young's Youth Movement Bonnie Young has a demanding job as senior creative director for Donna Karan, but that hasn't stopped her from launching a signature collection of children's clothing and furniture. Kids' Corner: Kids In The 'Hood Patrick Dempsey almost didn't recognize his old West Village neighborhood when he was in New York filming the Disney flick "Enchanted" during the summer. Friends Build a Fashionable Nest for Spring Cristie Schrader and Alyson Abreu want to keep kids in fashion. FINANCIAL WWD Stock Index Vaults 1.6% Lower oil prices and the ability of investors to shrug off a third warning in as many days about slowing demand in the housing market helped retail stocks recover by the end of the holiday work week. Legal Briefs Yurman Studio Inc., which sells jewelry and watches under the David Yurman brand, filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against the Home Shopping Network, HSN Interactive LLC, Signature Club A Ltd. Inc. and other defendants on Aug. 23. HUMAN RESOURCES Private Equity: A Magnet for Retail Talent Philip Miller has a second career going, and Allen Questrom appears to be on a similar path. | |||||||||||||||||
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