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.
2012/02/10 12:00 - Asian Activities Report for February 10, 2012 includes: Mazda Motor Corporation (TYO:7261) has developed resin material for vehicle parts that maintains the same rigidity as parts made with conventional materials while achieving significant weight reduction; Sinochem International Corporation (SHA:600500) has signed an agreement with french energy giant Total (EPA:FP) to buy TEPMA BV, a fully owned affiliate of Total in Colombia, for about US$1 billion; Japanese pharmaceutical company Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (TYO:4502) announced today the establishment of the Takeda Shanghai Development Center within the Shanghai-based Takeda (China) Holdings Co., Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Takeda; Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (TYO:7211) will present the global debut of the all-new Outlander at the 82nd Geneva International Motor Show which runs from March 6 through March 18; Lion Corporation (TYO:4912) says that the Company has improved Ban Deodorant Roll On, which features a long-lasting deodorant effect, and has upgraded Ban Refresh Shower Sheets, a new product that can effectively wipe away sticky perspiration and odor.
2012/01/18 12:00 - Asian Activities Report for January 18, 2012 includes: DeNA Co., Ltd. (TYO:2432), Japan's leading social gaming platform operator, and NetDragon Websoft Inc. (HKG:0777), a leading online game developer and mobile internet platform operator in China, have agreed to form a joint venture in the first quarter of 2012 to develop and operate mobile social games for the Chinese market; Mitsubishi Materials Corporation (TYO:5711), Furukawa Co., Ltd. (TYO:5715), Dowa Holdings Co.,Ltd. (TYO:5714), and Marubeni Corporation (TYO:8002) have announced the extended mine of life for their jointly invested Huckleberry copper project in Canada; Goldwin Inc. (TYO:8111), Japan-based manufacturer of highest quality authentic sportswear and equipment says that it will invest 1,800,000 Swiss Franc to establish a wholly-owned subsidiary in Switzerland.
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.
2011/07/25 12:00 - Asian Activities Report for July 25, 2011 includes: Agri Energy Limited (ASX:AAE) has commenced drilling operations in Syria; Pan Pacific Petroleum NL (ASX:PPP) announced preliminary assessment of the reserves of the Tui oil fields; ZYL Limited (ASX:ZYL) announced additional significant coal intersections at the Kangwane Anthracite Project; Green Rock Energy Limited (ASX:GRK) increases its hydrocarbon footprint in the Canning Basin; POSCO (SEO:005490) and SK Innovation (SEO:096770) will jointly develop first coal conversion technology in Korea; Inditex Group (MCE:ITX) and Trent Limited (BOM:500251) have reached a joint venture agreement; Mahindra and Mahindra Limited (BOM:500520) has offered to acquire up to 34,51,613 EPC Industries (BOM:523754) shares.
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.
2011/06/23 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.
2011/03/24 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.
2011/02/08 16:17 - (Global Fashion Wire) - The international fashion group HUGO BOSS (ETR:BOS3) has reached an agreement with its most important franchise partner in the United Kingdom Moss Bros (LON:MOSB) to acquire 15 monobrand stores and related assets. The transaction will take effect on April 1, 2011. The buyout includes the Regent Street store in the capital and the recently opened locations in London's New Bond Street and Manchester's New Cathedral Street.
2011/02/07 15:08 - Myer Holdings Limited (ASX:MYR) today announced that it will acquire a 65 percent stake in sass & bide ("sass & bide"), one of Australia's most respected and successful women's fashion brands, for A$42.25 million. Myer will have exclusive department store rights to distribute this iconic, designer brand, as well as benefiting from the expansion of both sass & bide's standalone store network, and its domestic and international wholesale businesses.
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).
2011/01/25 16:29 - (Global Fashion Wire) - UNIQLO announces that the +J Spring/Summer collection, realized in cooperation with highly established fashion designer Ms. Jil Sander, will be launched on January 26, 2011.
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.
2010/12/22 12:10 - According to local media reports, the Italian luxury brand Prada is researching the possibilities of launching initial public offering in Hong Kong in the first half of 2011. The insiders quoted in local reports said that if Prada chooses to be listed in Hong Kong, it may gain more capital than in its domestic Italian market, because the individual investors in Asia are more active.
2010/11/25 10:30 - Hong Kong-based multinational Li & Fung Limited (HKG:0494), the global consumer goods exporter, today announced that its subsidiary, LF USA, has acquired substantially all of the assets of Oxford Apparel, which is one of the operating groups of Oxford Industries, Inc (NYSE:OXM). The Group also said LF USA will launch industry-first lifestyle brands with globally recognized entertainers Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony that will be available in Kohl's stores.
2010/11/02 13:20 - On November 4, 2010, global super-brand Zara is scheduled to launch a series of onlines stores throughout Austria, Belgium, Ireland, Luxembourg and the Netherlands. In addition to France, Germany, Portugal, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom, where online sales were available since 2 September.
2010/10/12 13:45 - HUGO BOSS AG (ETR:BOS3) is back on track for growth in 2010. With sales increasing by 7% to EUR 325 million the second quarter recorded much more dynamic growth then the first quarter that was still affected by the orders of our retail partners that recovered slowly from the 2009 recession. In the first half of the year, Group sales totaled to EUR 769 million (-2%), nearly on previous year's level.
2010/09/08 13:30 - Australian Market Report of September 08, 2010 includes; Coeur d'Alene Mines (NYSE:CDE) subsidiary Coeur Alaska, Inc., has entered into a contract with Aurubis AG (ETR:NDA). Pacific Brands (ASX:PBG) recovered to a full-year net profit of A$52.7 million for the 12 months ending June 30, Alexium International (ASX:AJX) today announced that the Patents Registry for the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region China has been approved, Convergent Minerals (ASX:CVG) is to acquire Windarling Peak Project by farm-in from Iron Road Ltd (ASX:IRD).
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