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Crocs, Inc. Introduces Two New Women�s Footwear Styles at the National Restaurant Association Show

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Fri, 16 May 2008 10:58:09 MDT

Today Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CROX) introduces two new sleek styles, the Ginger and the Saffron, designed specifically for women in the restaurant, food service, healthcare, and hospitality industries. Retailers can view the new styles, along with five other Crocs™ Work Shoes models, the Bistro, Velocity, High Velocity, Specialist and Specialist Vent, by visiting the Crocs booth, #6051, at the National Restaurant Association Show at Chicago’s McCormick Place May 17-20, 2008.

NEW CONCEPT FOR SEPTEMBER 2008 GDS

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Thu, 15 May 2008 09:37:58 MDT

GDS, International Event for Shoes & Accessories, will feature a new concept when it will be held from September 12 – 14, 2008 at the fairgrounds in Düsseldorf , Germany . After international brands increasingly returned to the trade fair during the past seasons, GDS is using its scheduled move to Halls 1 - 7 to present a fundamental re-launch of its segments: beginning in September, newly classified areas with revised connections will create homogeneous lifestyle worlds and a easier guidance system will offer buyers a further improved and quicker orientation. The hall layout will be based on a clear, modern design. A revised marketing design will highlight the “new GDS”. The GLS trade fair will be completely integrated into GDS and the resulting event will offer a symbiosis between shoes and accessories.

Maidenform Brands, Inc. Names General Manager for New Donna Karan and DKNY License Business

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Thu, 15 May 2008 08:28:16 MDT

Maidenform Brands, Inc. (NYSE: MFB), a global branded marketer of intimate apparel, today announced that Robert Gardner has been named General Manager of the new Donna Karan and DKNY women's intimate apparel license announced on May 6, 2008. In this role, Mr. Gardner will oversee all key aspects of the business which is expected to launch at the beginning of 2009. Mr. Gardner will report to Maurice Reznik, Maidenform's President.

Experience the Comfort and Confidence of Wearing Shorts Again

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Thu, 15 May 2008 08:21:21 MDT

New Apparel Product Prevents Shorts from Riding Up

During the normal course of walking, hiking, running and playing sports, the inseams of shorts tend to ride up the inner thighs and bunch at the crotch area resulting in serious discomfort, annoyance and embarrassment.

Janome America and Next New Networks Announce Advertising Partnership

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:57:15 MDT

Sewing Machine Giant to Integrate Advertising on Popular ThreadBanger Network

Janome America, Inc., a leading manufacturer of home sewing machines, joins forces with Next New Networks and their hit online television network, ThreadBanger, the first network for people who create their own fashion, for an advertising partnership. The advertising campaign will include sponsored segments during ThreadHeads, the network’s weekly flagship program, as well as regular promotional elements within the show. Janome will also have a sponsorship presence on the ThreadBanger website and across ThreadBanger's super-distributed network, which includes a popular YouTube channel and iTunes video podcast.

Urban Brands Launches Ashley Stewart Online

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:46:49 MDT

PFSweb, Inc. (NASDAQ: PFSW), an international business process outsourcing provider of end-to-end web commerce solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of the Ashley Stewart brand website, www.ashleystewart.com.

As previously announced, PFSweb created a high-touch customized fashion and apparel customer care and order fulfillment solution for www.ashleystewart.com. With the implementation completed, Ashley Stewart customers now have the ability to shop online for their favorite fashion forward and affordable apparel for plus-size woman.

Macy�s Announces Three New Stores in Metropolitan PHOENIX

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Tue, 13 May 2008 12:06:44 MDT

Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) today announced plans to open three new Macy’s stores in the Phoenix market within the next two years. In April 2009, a 120,000 square-foot, one-level store will open at SanTan Village in Gilbert, AZ. In fall 2010, a 120,000 square-foot, one-level store is expected to open at Estrella Falls in Goodyear, AZ, and a 150,000 square-foot, two-level store is expected to open at CityNorth in the Northeast Valley of Phoenix.

By the end of 2010, Macy’s will operate 11 stores in the Phoenix/Scottsdale metropolitan area.

“We are very excited to expand our presence throughout the growing Phoenix/Scottsdale region,” said Jeff Gennette, chairman and chief executive officer of Macy’s West, the division responsible for the Arizona market. “The fashion and affordable luxury that Macy’s delivers is important to our customers in Arizona, and these new locations will provide additional convenience and access for our shoppers.”

Each of the new locations will offer apparel and accessories for the family, along with selected merchandise for the home. The stores will be designed specifically for the open-air, lifestyle-center concept including a new “main street” entrance configuration and an emphasis on natural lighting via skylights and exterior windows.

The developer of SanTan Village and Estrella Falls is Santa Monica, Calif.-based Macerich. CityNorth is being developed by The Related Companies and Thomas J. Klutznick Company.

Macy’s West is headquartered in San Francisco and operates 259 Macy’s stores in 13 states and Guam.

Macy’s, Inc., with corporate offices in Cincinnati and New York, is one of the nation's premier retailers, with fiscal 2007 sales of $26.3 billion. The company operates more than 850 department stores in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Guam and Puerto Rico under the names of Macy's and Bloomingdale's. The company also operates macys.com, bloomingdales.com and Bloomingdale's By Mail. Prior to June 1, 2007, Macy’s, Inc. was known as Federated Department Stores, Inc.

Jibbitz, LLC Wins $56 Million Judgment for Intellectual Property Infringement

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Tue, 13 May 2008 12:01:39 MDT

Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CROX) announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, Jibbitz, LLC, prevailed in its Federal copyright and trademark infringement case against defendant Jinjiang Huakai Shoes and Garments Co. Ltd., Jinjiang Jiaxing Shoes and Garments Co. Ltd. and Yuanhui Chen and its principals. The Court granted an injunction barring sales of infringing products by the defendants and awarded damages in the amount of $56 million in addition to attorney fees and other costs.

39.1 Billion Apparel Licensing Industry Driving Sales in a Questionable Retail Environment

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Tue, 13 May 2008 11:57:38 MDT

$39.1 Billion Apparel Licensing Industry Driving Sales in a Questionable Retail Environment

As countless manufacturers and retailers scramble to address growing weakness in consumer spending, the market for apparel and non-apparel licensing opportunities is poised to flourish.

In fact, the global licensing industry is on track to break the $200 billion mark this year, with fashion second only to character-based licensing ($39.1 billion and $42.7 billion in 2006 retail sales, respectively).

Fashion Network Becomes an Essential Tool for the Fashion Industry

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Mon, 12 May 2008 14:42:20 MDT

The Fashion Industry Network (www.fashionindustrynetwork.com) succeeds at offering fashion industry professionals a way to communicate with each other to share experiences and knowledge about resources, aiding their careers and businesses.

Founded by Apparel Search (www.apparelsearch.com), an online resource for people working in the apparel and textile industries, the Fashion Industry Network opened in July 2007 and already has more than 1,500 members from many facets of the industry who bring their perspective to groups, sharing what they've learned over time with both seasoned professionals and those who are new to the fashion industry. This networking with others offers priceless advice from people who've experienced the same situations. Questions can be asked and answered. Special contacts on the site can be brought in as "friends."