2013/05/26 19:15 - Global Fashion Wire (GFW) with a digital media presence in Sydney and New York have launched a Video Distribution service for emerging designers and fashion brands. Using both traditional and social media networks, GFW has introduced a pipeline for creative videos to be distributed globally.
2012/05/30 05:21 - (Global Fashion Wire) - The Inditex Group's (MCE:ITX) net sales (1 February 2011 to 31 January 2012) rose by 10% in 2011 from 2010 to 13.8 billion euros. Net sales increased in all geographic areas (Spain, the rest of Europe, the Americas, Asia and the rest of the world). Net income totalled 1.9 billion euros, an increase of 12% from 2010. Net sales in local currencies rose by 11%, while like-for-like store sales climbed by 4%.
2012/05/19 05:00 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Fashioning Our Industry announces a keynote breakfast with Alexis Maybank and Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, the founders of Gilt Groupe. This event is the first in a series of keynote breakfasts produced by Fashioning Our Industry to bring together successful fashion entrepreneurs.
2012/04/05 13:39 - (Global Fashion Wire) - As a prelude to the Inaugural Ceremony - Ist. Annual World Fashion Week (WFW) to be held in New York City in fall 2013, and as part of the WFW Pre-Events Series, Perth, Western Australia, will welcome leading WFW nominated fashion designers from Europe, Africa, Middle East and Latin America, advocating for a fair and sustainable global fashion industry.
2012/04/05 13:21 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Savoir Faire Perth Fashion Week 2012 is delighted to announce for the first time in Australian fashion week history the launch of "Dream Time" which will showcase WA Indigenous Designers. Perth Fashion Week will set up a programme for Indigenous artists, textile artists and designers that will provide the tools and the platform for Indigenous creatives to gain recognition in an international arena.
2012/04/03 12:24 - (Global Fashion Wire / The Fashion Catalyst) - Who is Betty Tran? - Betty Tran is confident, successful and flawlessly chic. She exudes an aura that summons attention. She's a multitasking success story; with impeccable style!
2012/04/02 13:12 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Global Fashion Wire is pleased to introduce our latest Designer Spotlight: Mariam Seddiq. The The m a r i a m.seddiq woman is perceived to be strong independent, empowering and self sufficient.
2012/04/02 12:46 - (Global Fashion Wire / The Fashion Catalyst) - Inspired by a treasure box of mystery, youth and sensuality, Rosie & Broken will unveil their spring summer 2012/13 collection to style strummers at Savoir Faire Perth Fashion Week on Friday 20th April, 2012.
2012/03/29 10:25 - (Global Fashion Wire) - With Grace is thrilled to announce its Riviera Dreaming collection launch at Savoir Faire Perth Fashion Week on Friday 20 April, 2012. With Grace will make its catwalk debut at the Perth Fashion Week 'New Generation' show - a showcase of emerging designer labels.
2012/03/26 15:25 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Aussie couture designer has been recruited for Diane Von Furstenberg design team in New York. Sylvia Lee's, best birthday present arrived early this year when Pamela Trantalles, Director at Fashion Future and a board of influential Australian fashion industry members handpicked her to be a part of the Global MENTOR Program with none other than fashion icon and wrap dress queen, Diane Von Furstenberg.
2012/03/26 15:03 - (Global Fashion Wire/The Fashion Catalyst) - Tarvydas; Perth's answer to sexy, glamour gowns with a sometimes dark and edgy twist.
2012/03/26 14:54 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Perth clothing label Mec & The Maid will be conveying their love of classic style by bringing the art nouveau period into the future this Spring/Summer. With sinuous lines, natural forms & a dash of the curvaceous aspects of architectural designs, the collection will be showcased at the much anticipated New Gen Show at Savoir Faires Perth Fashion Week this April.
2012/03/24 06:27 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Savoir Faire Cosmetics- the most exciting and inspired cosmetics range to come out of Australia partners up with Perth Fashion Week- Western Australia's most powerful fashion brand, ensuring the success of WA's first trade event to be held in April 2012.
2012/03/23 12:35 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Australian fashion label GASP, boutique stockist of international clothing labels Sherri Hill and Jovani, has launched a brand new online retail offering with Australasian ecommerce specialists, Solutionists. www.gaspjeans.com.au boasts full integration with their Point of Sale system, Counter Intelligence, delivering real time stock levels and pricing online.
2012/03/23 07:41 - (Global Fashion Wire) - 'Jessica Bratich' is the new label to know when it comes to handbags- and her brand new spring summer collection to be launched exclusively in the New Generation Show at Perth Fashion Week in April is full of must have pieces.
2012/03/21 20:21 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Affectionately translated as ANGELS OF THE SEA, ANJOS DO MAR is set to present the Australian fashion scene with a desirable collection of seductive, luxurious and chic fashion beachwear.
2012/03/21 17:54 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Global Fashion Wire (GFW) is pleased to introduce {r}evolution apparel, and its designers & co-founders, Kristin Glenn & Shannon Whitehead, who are often described as travellers, explorers and adventurers.
2012/03/21 04:54 - (Global Fashion Wire) - West Australian swimwear label Amore & Sorvete are bringing a vibrant, edgy twist to the warmth of summer, with a brand new collection titled Kaleidoscope. Inspired by a kaleidoscopic haze, the collection sees salmon and coral pinks meld with pop blues and mint green to forge an undertone of blissed-out fantasy.
2012/03/20 06:31 - (Global Fashion Wire) - 360Fashion Network has been invited by the China International Clothing and Accessories Fair (CHIC) to create an 800-sqm FASHION AND MOBILE ZONE during the show which is be held at the New China International Exhibition Center from March 26th - 29th, 2012. The zone showcases how fashion brands can harness the latest mobile technologies in their brand building, retail space, and advertising campaigns.
2012/03/20 06:23 - (Global Fashion Wire/The Fashion Catalyst) - He is the Middle Eastern's Royalty favourite. Celebrities such as Heidi Klum, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj and a string of A-lister's are adorning the creation's of his label; Amato Haute Couture. So it's no surprise that Furne One (pronounced Furne Ono) is the most talked about and anticipated Designer to be showcasing at Savoir Faire Perth Fashion Week at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre next month.
2012/03/20 06:16 - (Global Fashion Wire/The Fashion Catalyst) - Renowned for her signature avant-garde and vintage style, Malaysian designer Melinda Looi is the award-winning creative behind three distinct brands; Melinda Looi Couture, Melinda Looi Pret-a-Porter and MELL BASICS.
2012/03/15 06:20 - (Global Fashion Wire) Harrys of London, the innovative British men's footwear and accessories brand opens its third London retail store in the heart of The City at the prestigious Royal Exchange.
2012/02/29 15:36 - Outrigger Hotels and Resorts Asia Pacific has appointed Mr Apichart Asa as General Manager of the Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort and Villas, effective immediately.
2012/01/13 12:00 - Asian Activities Report for January 13, 2012 includes: TOTO (TYO:5332) says that the construction of its Indian factory in Gujarat will commence in March 2012; Shenzhen Overseas Chinese Town Holding (SHE:000069) has extended the expiration date of the Memorandum of Understanding signed in September 2011 with Universal Studios Japan; Guangdong Orient Zirconic (SHE:002167) says that the Company achieved significant revenue growth in the first three quarters in 2011, due to rising Zircon prices worldwide; Ube Industries, Ltd. (TYO:4208) has established a local subsidiary in Taiwan in December 2011 to engage in the marketing and sales development in the Taiwanese market.
2012/01/11 15:25 - Further to the announcement of a new global organisational structure, Treasury Wine Estates Limited (ASX:TWE) is pleased to announce two key appointments to the Executive Leadership Team. These roles will report directly to Treasury Wine Estates CEO, David Dearie.
2012/01/11 13:00 - Asian Activities Report for January 11, 2012 includes: Weichai Power (HKG:2338) (SHE:000338) has agreed to invest 374 million euros to acquire a controlling 75% interest in the world's largest luxury yacht manufacturer, Ferretti Group of Italy; Prada S.p.A. (HKG:1913) says that it will invest 40 million euros to sponsor the Luna Rossa yacht to participate in the XXXIV edition of the America's Cup sailing competition; Inpex Corporation (TYO:1605) has signed agreements to sell liquefied natural gas from its Ichthys LNG joint venture project; Panasonic Corporation (TYO:6752) (NYSE:PC) has successfully developed a 20-inch 4K2K IPS Alpha LCD panel; Nidec Corporation (TYO:6594) (NYSE:NJ) has established a new subsidiary named Nidec Management Shanghai Corporation in Shanghai, China.
2012/01/09 13:00 - Asian Activities Report for January 9, 2012 includes: Little Sheep Group Limited (HKG:0968) says that its shareholders have approved the proposed acquisition of Little Sheep Group by Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM); Sinopec Kantons Holdings Limited (HKG:0934) has signed agreements to acquire 50% interest in Fujairah Oil Terminal United Arab Emirates from Concord HK; Hitachi, Ltd (NYSE:HIT) (TYO:6510) says that it expects to close the transaction of transferring its hard disk drive business to Western Digital Corporation (NYSE:WDC) by March 2012; Japanese software developer Celartem Technology Inc. (JASDAQ:4330) has signed a contract to participate in a smart micro grid project at the Beijing New Energy Industry Base; Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TYO:4502) says that it will work with Osaka University to develop a platform for practical application and commercialization of nano-particle vaccines.
2012/01/06 13:00 - Asian Activities Report for January 6, 2012 includes: Haier Group (SHA:600690) and Japan-based LIXIL Corporation have set up a joint venture company in Qingdao, China, to be engaged in the manufacturing and sales of building materials and housing equipment; Tokyo Stock Exchange Group has filed a notification to the Japan Fair Trade Commission regarding its merger plan with Osaka Securities Exchange; KOSÉ Corporation (TYO:4922) has successfully developed "Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen Cosmetics" that have been proven to prevent the aggravation of photosensitive dermatitis; Mitsubishi Corporation (TYO:8058) and India's fertilizer manufacturer Zuari Industries Limited (BOM:500780) have formed a joint venture for the purpose of investments in rock phosphate assets in Peru.
2011/12/14 12:00 - Asian Activities Report for December 14, 2011 includes: Coach, Inc. (NYSE:COH) (HKG:6388) has opened its first official online store in China on Taobao Mall; Japan-based global IT giant NTT Data Corporation (TYO:9613) has opened a childcare centre, named "Egg Garden" at its headquarter in Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo, Japan; Shiseido (TYO:4911) has announced its intent to sell bareMinerals makeup products in Brazil; Astellas Pharma Inc. (TYO:4503) and Optimer Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:OPTR) announced that the European Commission has granted a marketing authorisation for DIFICLIR(TM) tablets for the treatment of adults aged 18 years and older with Clostridium difficile infections (CDI) in the European Union.
2011/12/05 12:30 - Asian Activities Report for December 5, 2011 includes: Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group Ltd. is preparing to launch what may become Hong Kong's biggest initial public offering in 2011; Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. (TYO:7201) announces that its 100% electric Nissan LEAF has won the Car of the Year Japan 2011-2012 award at the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show; Exoma Energy Limited (ASX:EXE) confirms that its recent Katherine-1 well in the Galilee Basin in Central Queensland has the potential to be a significant onshore oil resource; Phoenix Gold Limited (ASX:PXG) announces the results of its latest drill programme completed at the Castle Hill Project in the Goldfields region of Western Australia.
2011/07/28 12:02 - Asian Activities Report for July 28, 2011 includes: Novogen Limited's (ASX:NRT) subsidiary, Marshall Edwards, Inc.(NASDAQ:MSHL) announced the publication of results from a pre-clinical study of NV-128; Anatolia Energy Limited (ASX:AEK) announced an initial JORC Mineral Resource estimate for the Temrezli uranium prospect in Turkey; Waratah Resources Limited (ASX:WGO) has signed a binding Share Sale Agreement to acquire the Okanabora Project in the Republic of Congo; David Jones Limited (ASX:DJS) is launching a new brand campaign for Spring/Summer 2011.
2011/07/19 17:30 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Issey Miyake- a brand synonymous with origami-like structures that transform the body into avant garde sculptures, pleats please fabric and the forbearers of innovative technology. For decades under the eye of its namesake designer the label has blurred the lines between fashion and art with his array of technology-driven clothing designs and ventures. This mission is now in the hands of the current creative director Dai Fujiwara.
2011/07/18 13:56 - (Global Fashion Wire) - With the fiscal year ending just weeks ago Li & Fung (HKG:0494) (PINK:LFUGY) Research Centre have released their latest report documenting China's retail market growth over the last twelve months. It discusses the latest retail sales data and strategic analysis of the competitive landscape recognizing the growing sectors and the markets most recent developments at a national level.
2011/07/08 16:16 - (Global Fashion Wire) United Brands Worldwide on July 5, 2011 announced the expansion of management and consulting services through two new divisions it is establishing - United Brands Asia and UB China.
2011/06/23 11:38 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Banana Republic, owned by specialty retailer Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GPS), will be launching a capsule collection of 'Mad Men' men and women's fashions during August this year, marking another year of collaboration with the iconic AMC show. The collection, consisting of 65 pieces will entail clothing and accessories such as; suits, dresses, ties, sweaters, hats, skirts, coats and blouses, all influenced by the 'Mad Men' series.
2011/04/24 09:41 - Courtyard by Marriott (NYSE:MAR) has chosen Bali as its first location in Indonesia for its 900th hotel in the world, which opened recently in the famous Nusa Dua resort area of the renowned tropical island destination.
2011/03/24 17:21 - (Global Fashion Wire) - After more than ten years of implementation of its environmental and social efforts across its global brands, PPR (EPA:PP) (PINK:PPRUF) announced an ambitious and multi-tiered new sustainability initiative on Monday in Paris. By moving beyond the traditional Corporate Social Responsibility model, the group launched PPR HOME and is setting a new standard in sustainability and business practice in the Luxury, Sport & Lifestyle and Retail sectors.
2011/02/23 18:05 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Gazal Corporation Limited (ASX:GZL) today announced an after-tax profit for the half year ended 31st December, 2010 of A$6.5 million, an increase of 25% compared to the previous corresponding period. Pre-tax profit for the half year was A$9.5 million, an increase of 26% exceeding the guidance provided to the market in late October 2010 for pre-tax profit to be approximately between 10 to 20% above the corresponding period for the previous year.
2011/02/02 17:35 - (Global Fashion Wire) - I.T Limited (HKG:0999), a well-established trendsetter in fashion retail market in the Greater China, is pleased to announce that the Group has reached agreements to acquire approximately 90.27% of the entire issued share capital of Japan's Nowhere Co., Ltd. ("Nowhere") for an aggregate consideration of JPY230 million (approximately HKD21.84million).
2011/01/21 09:56 - (Global Fashion Wire) - Following the launch of her first Shanghai boutique in December, Leona Edmiston one of Australia's leading fashion designers, is adding another two new Myer (ASX:MYR) concessions to her network.
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