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Recent News
Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation to Appear at the Citi Retail Conference on March 24, 2010
- Published Today
The live webcast (audio-only) as well as the replay, which will be available beginning one hour after the conference, may be accessed by logging onto www.pvh.com and going to the News Releases page under the Investor Relations tab.
Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation is one of the world’s largest apparel companies. It owns and markets the Calvin Klein brand worldwide. It is the world’s largest shirt and neckwear company and markets a variety of goods under its own brands, Van Heusen, Calvin Klein, IZOD, ARROW, Bass and G.H. Bass & Co., and its licensed brands including Geoffrey Beene, Kenneth Cole New York, Kenneth Cole Reaction, unlisted, A Kenneth Cole Production, MICHAEL Michael Kors, Sean John, Chaps, Donald J. Trump Signature Collection, JOE Joseph Abboud, Tommy Hilfiger, DKNY, and Timberland.
American Apparel Announces Information Regarding Fourth Quarter 2009 Earnings Conference Call
- Published 03/17/2010
American Apparel, Inc. (NYSE Amex: APP) today announced that it plans to report its fourth quarter 2009 financial results on Thursday, March 25, 2010 after the market close. The company also plans to hold a conference call to discuss its financial results in detail at 5:00 p.m. ET/2:00 p.m. PT.
A live web cast of the conference call will be available in the investor relations section of the company’s website at http://investors.americanapparel.net.
In addition, a replay of the call will be available from March 25, 2010 through April 1, 2010. To access the telephone replay, participants should dial (877) 660 -6853. The account number is 3055 and the conference ID number is 347359. An online archive of the webcast will be available within two hours of the conclusion of the call and will remain available through April 25, 2010.
About American Apparel
American Apparel is a vertically integrated manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of branded fashion basic apparel based in downtown Los Angeles, California. As of December 31, 2009, American Apparel employed approximately 10,000 people and operated over 280 retail stores in 20 countries, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, United Kingdom, Ireland, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Israel, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and China. American Apparel also operates a leading wholesale business that supplies high quality T-shirts and other casual wear to distributors and screen printers. In addition to its retail stores and wholesale operations, American Apparel operates an online retail e-commerce website at http://www.americanapparel.com.
DSW Inc. Reports 2009 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Financial Results; Provides 2010 Annual Outlook
- Published 03/16/2010
DSW Inc. (NYSE: DSW), a leading branded footwear specialty retailer, announced net income of $13.4 million on net sales of $402.6 million for the fourth quarter ended January 30, 2010, compared with a net loss of $7.5 million on net sales of $348.2 million for the fourth quarter ended January 31, 2009. Same store sales increased 12.9% versus a decrease of 7.2% last year.
Diluted earnings per share were $0.30 for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2009 compared with a diluted loss per share of $0.17 for the same period last year.
For full details, visit their site.
Retail Ventures, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Year End Sales
- Published 03/16/2010
Retail Ventures, Inc. announced today sales from continuing operations, which represents sales of DSW Inc. (DSW) only, for the thirteen weeks ended January 30, 2010 increased 15.6% to $402.6 million from $348.2 million for the thirteen weeks ended January 31, 2009. The company's same store sales increased 12.9% for the comparable thirteen week period versus a 7.2% decrease in the prior year.
Sales from continuing operations for the fifty-two weeks ended January 30, 2010 increased 9.5% to $1.60 billion from $1.46 billion for the fifty-two weeks ended January 31, 2009. Same store sales increased 3.2% for the comparable fifty-two week period versus a 5.9% decrease in the prior year.
Retail Ventures, Inc. is a holding company whose subsidiary, DSW, is a leading United States branded footwear specialty retailer operating, as of January 30, 2010, 305 shoe stores in 39 states. DSW also supplies shoes, under supply agreements, to 356 locations and operates dsw.com. On April 21, 2009 Retail Ventures, Inc. sold all of the outstanding capital stock of Filene's Basement, Inc. and certain related entities (Filene's Basement) to an unrelated party. The results of the Filene's Basement operations are excluded from the above results.
Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation to Acquire Tommy Hilfiger B.V.
- Published 03/15/2010
Will Create One Of World’s Largest And Most Profitable Apparel Companies
Expected To Accelerate International Growth And Be Immediately Accretive To EPS Before One-Time Costs And Accounting Charges
Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (NYSE: PVH) today announced a definitive agreement for PVH to acquire Tommy Hilfiger B.V., which is controlled by funds affiliated with Apax Partners L.P., for total consideration of €2.2 billion (approximately $3.0 billion) plus the assumption of €100 million in liabilities. The consideration includes €1.924 billion in cash and €276 million in PVH common stock. The combination will create one of the world’s largest and most profitable apparel companies; a global business with combined revenue of approximately $4.6 billion.
PVH expects the transaction to be immediately accretive to earnings per share before one-time costs and accounting charges. PVH expects earnings accretion of $0.20 to $0.25 per share on a non-GAAP basis in the 2010 fiscal year ending January 30, 2011 and earnings accretion of $0.75 to $1.00 per share in the 2011 fiscal year ending January 29, 2012. The 2010 earnings accretion estimate excludes one-time cash integration costs and transaction expenses of approximately $100 million related to the transaction, or approximately $1.00 per share. PVH expects to realize approximately $40 million of annualized cost synergies in the transaction.
The closing of the transaction is subject to receipt of financing and other customary conditions, including receipt of required regulatory approvals, which PVH does not anticipate difficulty in obtaining. The transaction does not require a PVH stockholder vote and is expected to close during PVH’s fiscal 2010 second quarter.
Read more news about the plans for Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation to Acquire Tommy Hilfiger B.V. here on the Fashion Newspaper or visit their company website.
bebe stores, inc. Announces Quarterly Dividend
- Published 03/15/2010
bebe stores, inc. (Nasdaq:BEBE) announced that its Board of Directors declared bebe’s quarterly cash dividend of $0.025 per share. The dividend is payable on April 20, 2010 to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 6, 2010.
bebe stores, inc. designs, develops and produces a distinctive line of contemporary women’s apparel and accessories, which it markets under the bebe, BEBE SPORT, bbsp, 2b bebe and PH8 brand names. bebe currently operates 304 stores, of which 214 are bebe stores, 56 are PH8 stores, 33 are 2b bebe stores and 1 is a bebe accessories store. These stores are located in the United States, U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Canada. In addition, there is an online store at www.bebe.com.
Ann Taylor Reports Strong Fiscal Fourth Quarter 2009 Results
- Published 03/12/2010
For the fourth quarter of 2009, the Company reported earnings per diluted share of $0.05, excluding after-tax restructuring charges of $0.05
per diluted share, compared with a net loss per diluted share of $1.03 in the fourth quarter of 2008, excluding after-tax restructuring, goodwill and asset impairment charges totaling $5.63 per diluted share. On a GAAP basis, including the aforementioned restructuring and impairment charges, earnings per diluted share were breakeven in the fourth quarter of 2009, compared with a loss per diluted share of $6.66 in the fourth quarter of 2008.
VF To Present at Bank of America Merrill Lynch Consumer Conference
- Published 03/10/2010
VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) today announced that Bob Shearer, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will present on behalf of VF Corporation at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Consumer Conference on Wednesday, March 10 at 2:40 p.m. EST in New York City.
The presentation will be broadcast simultaneously on the Internet and can be accessed via the VF website at http://www.vfc.com.
About VF
VF Corporation is a global leader in branded lifestyle apparel with more than 30 brands, including Wrangler®, The North Face®, Lee®, Vans®, Nautica®, 7 For All Mankind®, Eagle Creek®, Eastpak®, Ella Moss®, JanSport®, lucy®, John Varvatos®, Kipling®, Majestic®, Napapijri®, Red Kap®, Reef®, Riders® and Splendid®.
VF Corporation's press releases, annual report and other information can be accessed through the Company's home page, www.vfc.com.
Recent Articles
Eduardo Sardiña Elected to Perry Ellis International Board of Directors
- By Maxamillion Blick
- Published Today
- Fashion News Articles , Perry Ellis
- Unrated
Perry Ellis International (NASDAQ:PERY) announced the election of Mr. Eduardo Sardiña as a new independent member to the Company’s Board of Directors, bringing the total number of directors to seven and the number of independent directors to five.
“Eduardo’s strong leadership and operational background, financial experience, and strong ties to the local community make him an ideal complement to our board. In addition, I look forward to his marketing perspectives and international strategic planning insights as we move into 2010 and continue with our growth plans”
Dickies Medical Apparel Licensed to Strategic Partners
- By Maxamillion Blick
- Published Today
- Licensing Fashion Articles , Clothing and Fashion Accessories , Dickies
- Unrated
Industry Leader to Design, Produce and Distribute Dickies’ Medical Apparel & Medical Footwear
Dickies, the innovative work wear and lifestyle apparel brand, announced today a new licensing agreement with Strategic Partners Inc., the recognized leader in medical apparel and medical footwear, for the design, production and distribution of medical channel products. Dickies’ extensive portfolio of licensees continues to deliver work wear and work-inspired lines including bags, footwear, belts, socks, headwear, sunglasses, kidswear, men’s tops and junior girls apparel in addition to medical wear.
“Dickies is a powerful brand with a loyal following among medical consumers. We are honored to represent the Dickies brand in the medical uniform market”
Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation to Appear at the Citi Retail Conference on March 24, 2010 : PVH News
- By Maxamillion Blick
- Published Today
- Phillips-Van Heusen
- Unrated
Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (NYSE: PVH) announced yesterday that Company management will appear at the Citi Retail Conference being held in New York City on Wednesday, March 24th at 11:45 AM ET.
The live webcast (audio-only) as well as the replay, which will be available beginning one hour after the conference, may be accessed by logging onto www.pvh.com and going to the News Releases page under the Investor Relations tab.
Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation is one of the world’s largest apparel companies. It owns and markets the Calvin Klein brand worldwide. It is the world’s largest shirt and neckwear company and markets a variety of goods under its own brands, Van Heusen, Calvin Klein, IZOD, ARROW, Bass and G.H. Bass & Co., and its licensed brands including Geoffrey Beene, Kenneth Cole New York, Kenneth Cole Reaction, unlisted, A Kenneth Cole Production, MICHAEL Michael Kors, Sean John, Chaps, Donald J. Trump Signature Collection, JOE Joseph Abboud, Tommy Hilfiger, DKNY, and Timberland.
Thank you for reading this fashion news article about PVH on the Fashion Newspaper.
If you were given a choice to pick a pair of boots or shoes from any brand, any at all, would you not choose the one that is the global leader in the footwear industry, has won multiple awards, and dedicates itself to researches and development for better footwear? If your answer is yes, then we invite you to peruse the collection of the Sketchers boots. Internationally, Skechers has penetrated through networks in about 100 countries and has retail stores in many key metropolitan areas. As it is, the quality of the Sketchers boots is not without its own merits either. Like every single one its products, Skechers ensures that only the best are put out for sale.
What is it about cowboy boots that appeals to us, be it male or female, so much? The ruggedness? The masculinity that also somewhat says empowerment? Whatever it is, it's undeniable that the trend of cowboy boots is back in town again. Historically worn by cowboys as riding boots, they are now worn more as a fashion statement, although some do wear them for riding purposes. The Justin cowboy boots are priced from the range of affordable to expensive, but they are nonetheless the kind 'cool' boots that you want to walk in with regardless the price. You can get a Justin cowboy boots that are ordinarily designed and the ones that are meticulously crafted with westernized designs.
Fashionable women nowadays are frequently seen sporting quilted handbags, as this type of handbags has become extremely popular recently among the women of today. Quilted handbags have been well received by the fairer sex due to the reason that they are sophisticatedly elegant, and provide the wearer with a more classy and defined look. These handbags are widely available from all the leading handbag makers in the market today such as Coach, Prada, Versace and many others, and if you are looking for one, there is no place better to find it than our site! Discover exquisite quilted handbags from different designers in a multiple of colors and designs at our site, and pick and choose the one that best catches your fancy in accordance to your styling requirements and budget!
Get ready girls; the prom night is coming along and there are tons of work left undone. Got a date? Check. An appointment with the saloon to do the hair? Check. Sexy, hot prom gown? Oops, still looking. Don't worry if you haven't found the right dress for that big night yet; that's why we are here ' to assist you! This time around, we'll be showing you a selection of white prom gowns. Plenty of girls will be showing up in little black dresses or red gowns, but why look like everyone else when you can spectacularly you? Get in the fashion cycle with white prom gowns; they are the new black this season!
Where to Find the Best Raymond Weil Womens Watches?
- By Mithran B
- Published Yesterday
- Accessories
- Unrated
RAYMOND WEIL GENEVE is a Swiss watchmaker, founded in 1976 in Geneva, Switzerland. It is one of the last independent brands in the luxury Swiss watch industry. Raymond Weil Womens watches makes up an important part of this company's range of watches.
Where to Find Stylish Mens Hooded Windbreakers
- By Mithran B
- Published Yesterday
- Mens Clothing
- Unrated
Tailored not only to shield you from the rough and billowing winds, but also to make you look great, is this season's mens hooded windbreakers. Our great range of looks from various designers is trendy and current as well as completely functional ' perfect for the new age man in the coming winter months. Here is a quick guide on finding the most put-together looks in mens hooded windbreakers.
Boots originally started off for their functionality in outdoor and labor intensive domains, but they have evolved into an entire range of fashionable footwear taking style and comfort to all new heights. Boots today are available for all occasions ' casual boots, formal boots, winter boots, rain boots, you name it and they're out there!
The most Wanted Watch - Mens Chronograph Watches
- By Mithran B
- Published Yesterday
- Accessories
- Unrated
What comes to your mind when you hear or even see these three words ' Mens Chronograph Watches? To me, it simply means that these watches have an extra function sort of like a stopwatch. For a man who loves watches, and take high priority of their previous time, getting them these mens chronograph watches will be the most ideal gift.
Weddings today are becoming more and more important in a social sense as compared to before, and thus it is becoming imperatively important that you look your best on your special day. A wedding is a day that you would cherish for the rest of your life, thus if you are looking for a beautiful wedding gown for yourself, rather that restricting yourself to conventional long wedding gowns, why not consider short wedding gowns instead? Short wedding gowns are exquisitely trendy, sexy and would definitely make you the talk of the town, or your wedding hall at the very least! Become a trend-setter and opt for a short gown for your special day, and succeed in making your wedding one of the most memorable ones in living memory! Head over to our site, and browse to a complete collection of these short wedding dresses that are designed and created by some of the most distinguished wedding gown designers across the globe! Well, what are you waiting for?
The Roxy brand is one of the world's leading brands in women's casual and sports wear. These Roxy boots will show everyone just how stylish and cool you are. With designs inspired by extreme sports, you can be sure that you stay one foot ahead in the game as each pair of boots is built to be durable, comfortable and truly the fashion must-have of today! From casual boots to suit your lifestyle, to snowboarding boots for the outdoor person and adrenaline junkie in you, there is a perfect pair of Roxy boots for you!
China Textile Clothing Manufacturing Industry 2010 : Clothing Industry News
- By Maxamillion Blick
- Published 03/17/2010
- Clothing and Fashion Accessories , Manufacturing Apparel News , Research and Markets
- Unrated
China textile clothing manufacturing Industry, 2010 is valuable for anyone who wants to invest in the textile clothing manufacturing industry, to get Chinese investments; to import into China or export from China, to build factories and take advantage of lower costs in China, to partner with one of the key Chinese corporations, to get market shares as China is boosting its domestic needs; to forecast the future of the world economy as China is leading the way; or to compete in the segment. The report provides in-depth analysis and detailed insight into the textile clothing manufacturing industry, market drivers, key enterprises and their strategies, as well as technologies and investment status, risks and trends.
Humidification and Ventilation Management in Textile Industry : Textile News
- By Maxamillion Blick
- Published 03/17/2010
- Textile News Articles , Research and Markets
- Unrated
Research and Markets has announced the addition of Woodhead Publishing Ltd's new report "Humidification and Ventilation Management in Textile Industry" to their offering.
The need for maintaining the temperature and humidity in a textile mill has been discussed in various forums and the same has been well accepted. Various equipments are available for providing the required humidity and temperature. However, in a number of cases production and quality are lost because of improper selection of the plant or inadequate maintenance. This book explains the principles adopted in different humidification plants and their adoption so as to guide the people in the industry.
For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/8e5fa3/humidification_and
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You can learn more about the textile industry at the Textile Industry Directory.
Bulova Watches For Men - Stylish on Time Every Time
- By Mithran B
- Published 03/17/2010
- Mens Clothing
- Unrated
Founded in 1875, 23-year-old immigrant Joseph Bulova opened a small jewellery store in New York City manufacturing clocks and watches. Bulova watches for men are created by an enduring legacy of creativity and excellence, becoming an industry leader by combining fine design and constant experimentation with new products and untried technologies. Among the many Bulova watches for men are the Caravelle by Bulova and the Bulova Accutron watch lines, which are excellent in quality and precision.
Bronx boots are designed in Holland by a team led by world-famous designer Mr. Frits Dijkmans, whose family has been in the shoe business for over 100 years. If you are looking for fashion-forward, European-inspired footwear, Bronx shoes are for you! Bronx is a known fashion leader in the shoe industry, and their shoes are sold in over 40 countries around the world to fashion-conscious consumers. Bronx styles are very European, fashion forward, and unique. We don't have to tell you that, you already know. Bronx boots for women are consistently designed in the most modern and cutting-edge styles. Bronx shoes make everything from chunky heeled platforms to classy high-heel boots.
If you're on the prowl for a sleek bag for work or play, a hobo purse can be a great choice. Combining style and practicality these purses are meant for all seasons. They will make you shine like a celebrity and will never go out of style. The outrageous designs are created to turn heads and bring some edge to high street fashion. A hobo purse can always be handy, whether you are going for a long shopping trip or just climbing the stairs to your apartment after work. The fabulous range of hobo purses that are now available is certainly going to make you spoilt for choices.
The cold season for decades has warranted hip fashionwear, therefore any fashion-loving gal has no excuse to shabbily dress down. Boot devotees everywhere will attest to having at least one pair of boots with fur in their closets for when the need arises to extra-protect their soles from harsh weather conditions. Practicality and trendiness now walk hand-in-hand so there is a good reason after all to have a pair of stylish boots with fur. In fact, any hip girl knows how this pair of shoes made its sexy statement through T-Pain's hit: 'Shawty had them Apple Bottom jeans and boots with fur, the whole crowd was lookin' at her ...' We have an interesting array of fur boots to show you, some of which are mentioned below.
Black leather boots proud to be the best among all other leather boots as its color are the best match for every garment. Every pair of ladies black leather boots seems desirable in its own way but it carries different impact. Apart from enhancing sense of stylish, these boots did provide the feeling of command and confidence. You will easily get these extremely classy and elegant boots in the market; however there are also other option for you like black leather ankle boots and black patent leather boots