by Lisa Marsh Mon, Jul 12th 2010
If you were thinking of heading out to Eres for a new swimsuit, you'd better hurry. The tony European brand is closing its three stores in the United States, including one on New York City's Madison Avenue.
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by Lisa Marsh Thu, Jun 17th 2010
Apparel retailers are some of the healthiest retailers out there. Despite our economy being in what is being called the "Great Recession," and despite retailers' complaints that shoppers still aren't buying like they used to, fashion retailers are not doing that badly.
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by Lisa Marsh Fri, Jun 11th 2010
The queen of the party-bridesmaid-special occasion dress has been stretching her creative wings into sportswear for several seasons. And now, her branded stores will reflect it.
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by Lisa Marsh Thu, May 20th 2010
BlueGem, a private equity firm run by the former managing director of Merill Lynch Global Private Equity Marco Capello, created a new division called BGL that is thought to be the winning bidder for the brand.
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by Lisa Marsh Mon, Mar 29th 2010
The worst of the recessionary times could be over for apparel retailers, but in its aftermath, they are turning to lower-priced outlet-format stores for expansion.
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by Lisa Marsh Sun, Mar 28th 2010
New York City's 34th Street can add another big name to retail row. Esprit President of the Americas John Gunn believes that the new version of his brand belongs with the big boys of retail on this busy street.
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by Lisa Marsh Sat, Mar 27th 2010
Sayonara Takashimaya. The Japanese chain plans to close its Manhattan flagship store -- reportedly a money-loser -- in June, with the explanation that the company wants to focus on its Asian business.
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by Lesley Kennedy Mon, Feb 15th 2010
Even designing dresses that turned Michelle Obama into a fashion trendsetter couldn't keep Maria Pinto in business. The designer has closed the doors to her Chicago boutique.
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