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CALVIN KLEIN, INC. HOSTS EVENT IN DUBAI

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:50:02 MDT

Calvin Klein, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation recently announced that the company will hold a unique installation and cocktail party at the Four Seasons Golf Club in Dubai on Thursday, April 24th.

Bosideng Triumphs at the 2008 China International Clothing and Accessories Fair

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:16:29 MDT

China's largest down apparel company -- Bosideng International Holdings Limited ("Bosideng" or the "Company"; HKEx: 3998, together with its subsidiaries comprising the "Group") presented its latest 2008/09 fall/winter cold resistant apparel at the "2008 China International Clothing and Accessories Fair" ("CICA") in Beijing, an annual event of great prestige for top players in the apparel and fashion industry. Leveraging the Bosideng brand, the Group also unveiled a brand new line of cold-resistant apparel products to expand its year-round, marketing opportunities. At the CICA, Bosideng first showcased a new series of non-down four-season fashions to highlight the brand's strategic positioning of focusing on down apparel as core sales items, but expanding its reach into four-season fashion lines.

Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa to Kick Off LA Fashion Market with Prominent L.A.-Based Designers

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 08:52:41 MDT

Top LA Designers Sue Wong, Allen B. Schwartz and Reps from Christian Audigier Join Mayor in Launching LA Fashion Market at the California Market Center

LA Fashion Market:

WHO:		Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is joined by top LA-based fashion designers Sue Wong, Allen B. Schwartz (A.B.S.) and representatives from Christian Audigier (Ed Hardy), along with the Executive Director of the LA Fashion District, Kent Smith in kicking off LA Fashion Market at a breakfast press conference at the California Market Center.

WHAT:		Los Angeles is fast becoming one of the most important fashion leaders in the world, both in terms of design and manufacturing. L.A. designers are selling in more international markets than ever before and are setting trends everywhere.

		Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa will recognize LA's leadership role in the fashion industry at a special press conference launching LA Fashion Market. He will be joined on-stage by several designers who exemplify the different styles LA is known for, ranging from the elegant sophistication of Sue Wong to the hip, trendiness of Christian Audigier, to the eminently wearable, fashion forward designs of Allen B. Schwartz and his A.B.S. brand. Each designer will showcase some of their upcoming styles for Fall '08.

WHEN:		Friday, March 14th, 9 a.m.

WHERE:		California Market Center lobby, 110 East Ninth Street, Los Angeles, CA 90079

PHOTO
OPPS:		Mayor Villaraigosa with designers, models and Fashion District execs, on-stage and on red carpet; one-on-ones with designers and their models on red carpet.

RSVP:		Press should RSVP to Kim Sudhalter, Urban Legend PR, 818-655-0405, kim@urbanlegendpr.com, or Karli Paston Heineman, California Market Center 213-630-3659, Kheineman@californiamarketcenter.com by 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 13.

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FOXERS Blitzes U.S. Trade Shows and Becomes a Favorite Among Celebrities

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 09:58:49 MST

FOXERS announces its first full season of trade shows in the United States starting in Atlanta, then Chicago, Las Vegas, and for the first time in New York. Management planned to launch in the north east in 2008 and will do so at Lingerie America's New York show February 24, 25, & 26. FOXERS are called a new breed of underwear because they crossbred a man's cotton boxer top waistband with several of the favorite styles of underwear on the bottom. FOXERS boxers, as they are called, are also functional, providing an anecdote for exposingb our dear rear -- especially when wearing anything low-rise. As of February 1, 2008, prices range from $22.00 to $38.00 for women's and $24 to $36 for men's. Since June '07 FOXERS have sold to over 90 retail doors in the U.S., Canada, and abroad.

New York Governor Eliot Spitzer to Deliver Keynote at Fashion Industry Gala Benefit

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Mon, 22 Oct 2007 10:20:20 MDT

Kids In Distressed Situations, Inc. (K.I.D.S) and partnered charity Fashion Delivers today announced that New York Governor Eliot Spitzer will deliver the keynote address at this year’s annual fund-raising gala, and Sherri Shepherd, the new co-host of “The View,” will serve as mistress of ceremonies. The gala will take place on Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at The Pierre New York Hotel.

The event, which is expected to attract more than 650 executives from the fashion, children’s, financial and retail-related industries, will also honor the following three industry leaders for their philanthropic efforts: Abbey Doneger, President of The Doneger Group; Jerry Storch, Chairman and CEO of Toys“R”Us, Inc.; and Artie Rabin, CEO of Wear Me Apparel/Kids Headquarters.

“We are recognizing these industry leaders for their extraordinary commitment to giving back, which has helped enable us to provide disaster relief, improve literacy, and enhance the quality of life of children and families less fortunate,” said Rick F. Schaub Jr., Senior Vice President, Learning Curve Brands, Inc. and Chairman of K.I.D.S.

Allan Ellinger, Senior Managing Partner, Marketing Management Group, Inc. (MMG) and Chairman of Fashion Delivers commented, “We are honored to co-host such an important event that reinforces the significance of corporate giving. We would like to thank all of the industry leaders that have lent their support to Fashion Delivers, as it has allowed us to expand our footprint as the preeminent industry organization that donates apparel and home furnishings product (blankets, towels, etc.) quickly to those most in need.”

K.I.D.S. is a twenty-two year old global charity of leading retailers, manufacturers, and licensors of children's and youth products committed to helping improve the lives of children and their families who are ill, living in poverty, or are the victims of natural disasters. Fashion Delivers is a two year old not-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide products from all parts of the fashion and related industries to victims of natural disasters and those in need. Fashion Delivers works with local networks of K.I.D.S. agencies to distribute products quickly and directly to recipients.

For more information about the event and K.I.D.S., visit www.kidsdonations.org.

For more information about Fashion Delivers, visit www.fashiondelivers.org.

Dallas International Fashion Week Ready to Launch in 2007

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 09:34:34 MDT

Producers LIVEstyle Entertainment together with founding sponsor Dallas Market Center ("DMC"), announce the exciting details for Dallas international Fashion Week. The program will bring the runway experience of fashion markets directly to both the public and fashion industry attending the Apparel & Accessories market held October 21 - 24, 2007 via a series of fashion events taking place around Dallas.

Neiman Marcus Marks its 100-Year Milestone; Luxury Retailer Celebrates the Past & Future

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 09:11:09 MDT

One hundred years ago, three young entrepreneurs, Herbert Marcus, Sr., his sister Carrie Marcus Neiman, and her husband A.L. Neiman, invested just over $75,000 to open the first Neiman Marcus store in Dallas, TX. Today, the specialty retailer operates 39 full-line stores in 18 states and the District of Columbia, an e-commerce web site and a successful catalog operation. To celebrate the 100th anniversary, the downtown Dallas flagship store is hosting a special centennial exhibit honoring the past and looking forward to the future.

Sustainable Fashion Event: 4th Ethical Fashion Show Paris

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 08:38:10 MDT

Long before every other fashion event wore trendy green, Ethical Fashion Show(R) embraced sustainability at its core. More than this year's hot trend, the event's organizers believe that sustainability is a long term fundamental. Now in its fourth year, Ethical Fashion Show(R) is keeping with the spirit that made the event a seminal success: associating content (conferences and exhibitions) with
style!

Information Technology for Textile Processing and Apparel Industry - IMB 2007

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 11:09:04 MDT

The reason behind the success of the IMB Forum is that the information on offer corresponds to the objectively identified needs of the buyers and suppliers regarding clothing manufacture and textile processing. What’s more, the IMB Forum draws on the core area of expertise at IMB: presenting solutions for the entire supply chain from procurement and production control to logistics and many forms of distribution. The accompanying congress will offer exhibitors and visitors outstanding opportunities to discuss current IT tasks in an in-depth, solutions-oriented manner.

Payless ShoeSource Debuts Designer Footwear Collections With Three Guest Designers at New York Fashion Week

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 08:49:05 MDT

Among the Most Widely Distributed Designer Footwear Labels in America,
Abaete for Payless, Lela Rose for Payless, and Newcomer alice + olivia for Payless Spring Collections Hit the Runway. While most shoppers are re-booting for fall, New York Fashion Week at Bryant Park is in full bloom showcasing the hottest trends-to-come for the Spring 2008 season.