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Meet the Business behind the Beauty, Sir Philip Green

May 10th, 2007 Fashionista

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We have been covering Kate Moss new fashion launch with particular interest, not only for the line itself, but also for the business strategy behind it. So I think it’s fitting to do a small piece on Sir Philip Green.

Mr. Green successfully runs Topshop, England’s affordable high street retailer, and is the owner of the Arcadia Group and Bhs (British Home Stores), Arcadia is the parent company of Topshop.

Green, Britain’s 4th richest man, started in business as a small time trader. He later bought a failing retail operation and successfully turned it around selling it for a profit. He became the CEO of a public men’s wear company called “Ambers Day” that after declining profit, was forced to resign. Mr. Green ran other retail operations including Debenhams and Allders, JJB Sports, and led the acquisition of Sears Retail Chain (different than Sears, Roebuck and Company) (more…)

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US Denim Market 2007 2008

May 8th, 2007 Fashionista

By Gaurav Doshi

Jeans are comfy, unfussy and display tons of attitudes. But do you know what goes in to making that wonderful pair? It is denim fabric which snugly fits as jeans to withstand the rigors of day and night, for you!

Over 50 percent of denim production is based in Asia with China, India, Turkey, Pakistan and Bangladesh leading in that order. Have huge domestic markets, China and India have easily displaced the USA, once a leader of this category of textiles.
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Even as trade agreements are being entered into to restrict low priced denims from Asia, this is not expected to change things much. World demand for denim fabric (more…)

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Apparel Buying Agents

May 8th, 2007 Fashionista

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Bellow you will find a list of Buying Agents and their contact info:

Agencia Fesmar S.A (Central America): they are manufacturers’ representatives working on commission basis in Central America. They source all types of yarns (spun & filament), as well as all types of greige and finished fabrics, both, woven and knitted.

    Address:

6a. Calle S.O. #103
San Pedro Sula, Honduras
Phone: 504-553-3635
Fax: 504-557-5004
Email: fesmar@sigmanet.hn
Contact: Felix S. Mahomar – President

a la mode (Turkey) : they are an agency located in Istanbul. Their main customers are department stores in France. They also work with some Italian and Spanish companies. They have good suppliers located in Istanbul and Denizli. According to their customers request, they contact to their suppliers for the best quality with lower prices. (more…)

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Is Your Advertising… Sexy?

May 7th, 2007 Fashionista

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Ever hear the term ‘sexy’ advertising? It’s not necessarily what you think. Sure, some people’s idea of sexy advertising is hot babes in bikinis spraying beer all over each other, but that’s overtly sexual and not what we’re about to discuss here.

Do you engage sexy advertising in your marketing campaign? If not, you should.

“Sexy” advertising refers to ads that are highly targeted, yet artfully subtle – and therefore, extremely attractive to the key consumer.

I’m going to try and curb my use of the word ‘sexy’ now because I think it’s quite blatant, and therefore not sexy at all. So from now on we’ll try and call them ads that are “attractive.”

What makes an ad (or a person) attractive? People perceive the world through their senses- sight, sound, smell, taste, touch. So if you can appeal to them in any of these five ways, then you may very well become attractive to them.

Let’s talk about the word sensual. Not sexual, but sensual. What’s that mean?
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Brazilian Supermodel Gisele Bundchen ends relationship with Victoria Secret

May 3rd, 2007 Fashionista

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News reports that supermodel Gisele has parted ways with lingerie label Victoria Secret. The supermodel who has been the face of the fashion house was not able to reach a contract agreement with the Fashion House.

The company did not elaborate on the reasons for the split. However, the New York post quoted a source “Her demands were outrageous. She got a new lawyer who was unrealistic,” claims the source ” Victoria’s Secret doesn’t care. They have five new hotter, younger girls debuting next year. And they won’t have to deal with any craziness.”

News sources state that contract negotiations broke after the label refused to raise her $5 million annual salary.

Victoria Secret’s Chief Creative Officer said: “The long and fruitful relationship between Gisele Bundchen and Victoria’s Secret has reached a conclusion.

“We wish her all the best and thank her for her extraordinary work. She will continue to be a visible part of the world’s sexiest brand through the remainder of the year.”

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Harvey Nichols to exclusively carry Olsen Twins Latest Fashion Line

May 3rd, 2007 Fashionista

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Olsen Twins will launch a new collection on July 25th. Retailer Harvey Nichols will carry the New Line. The collection (The Row) will sport a range of knitted cardigans, jackets, shirts, and hip skinny jeans.

Joanna Jeffries, press events and fashion Manager at Harvey Nichols, told Vogue: ” I really didn’t expect the twins themselves to be there but Ashley showed buyers through every single piece. Her intricate knowledge and obvious passion for the cut, fabric, colour and tailoring of each garment was impressive.”

“I was incredibly pleased with what we saw – the pieces are very wearable for women with varying shapes and styles.”

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Also, there is a photo shoot on the web on their latest collection, here

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Enhancing Customer Shopping Experience

April 27th, 2007 Fashionista

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By Gaurav Doshi

Today when so many shopping malls, supermarkets and hypermarkets are opening up, each one is competing hard for the customers’ money. There are more choices available for consumers than ever before. In such situation retailers must develop business strategies that focus on creating as well as maintaining customers, one by offering customers a differentiated shopping experience. Merchandising and display are important issues that need serious attention in enhancing customer shopping experience.

Such big retailers spends lot of money in getting high traffic location but if customers don’t find anything systematic, unique and attractive, they may just pass away from the door or if visited will try some other place to shop next time.

Merchandising is much more than (more…)

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Payless and American Eagle Outfitters Soon In Court

April 27th, 2007 Ted Santos

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By Tiffany Plater

It was first reported back in May of 2006 that Payless bought a shoe and accessories brand named American Eagle. This acquisition aimed at targeting a younger crowd that Payless had not been able to reach. And it was then that the confusion began. On Friday American Eagle Outfitters filed a lawsuit against Payless for allegedly misleading consumers to believe that a partnership had developed between the two retailers. American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) is accusing Payless of using their brand image and likeness to advertise for a new line shoes from American Eagle, the shoe brand.

Unfortunately, this misunderstanding could really hurt AEO’s image. Payless isn’t exactly viewed as a high-end source for retail shoes. (more…)

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Fabric and Fiber Shows

April 26th, 2007 Fashionista

The following is a list of Fabric and Fiber Trade shows for Designers, Retailers, and Manufacturers.

Adsale (Chinese) : With over 20 successful years of staging international exhibitions in China and Asia, Adsale’s market sensitivity and attention to clients’ needs have made it a widely recognized leader in its field.

Dallas Fabric Show The Fabric Show features over 160 mills and coverters of decorative fabrics, laces, trims, leather, and related supplies. Held twice a year, this temporary show caters to the diverse needs of the apparel, bedding, drapery, furniture, gift and accessory item, luggage, slip cover, tabletop and related sundry manufacturers who buy by the bolt. (more…)

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Children’s Clothing Trade Shows

April 25th, 2007 Fashionista

Americasmart (Atlanta) : Beginning January 2003 during the scheduled apparel/accessories market, AmericasMart will continue its tradition of trade show excellence by offering a brand new temporary show floor for apparel, accessories, shoes, children’s wear, loungewear and gift-related products.

The Apparel Sourcing Show: Since 1991,The Apparel Sourcing Show
is the only international show specialized in the apparel and textile industry in the CBI region. The CBI ranks as number ONE supplier to the U.S.A. Apparel market. Year by year, the most important industry suppliers of specialized machinery and technology, textiles (more…)

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