Tuesday, February 28, 2006 FALL 2006: THE REVIEWS Getting Polished - AzzaroTaking inspiration from the strict lines of Catholic girls' school uniforms she once wore as well as from Azzaro's traditional slinkiness, Vanessa Seward turned out a fall collection that was tres sophistique.
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TODAY'S TOP STORIES Ford, De Sole Confirm Zegna Deal Tom Ford and Domenico De Sole confirmed their company has signed a licensing deal with Ermenegildo Zegna for a Tom Ford men's collection.
READY-TO-WEAR REPORT Trafik Takes Show on the RoadMiami's climate, cosmopolitan edge and party atmosphere drew international vendors and national retailers, including Patricia Field, Fred Segal and Kitson.
GENERAL Macy's Workers Rally for PactMembers of the Retail Wholesale & Department Store Union rallied in front of Macy's Herald Square as the union readies for a possible strike.
EYE Irish EyesSeated by the window of her Hell's Kitchen studio sublet, Kerry Condon is in a quandary over what to wear to the premiere of her latest play. Master BuilderChatting with Peter Marino, who has made a name designing residences and retail environments for some of the fashion industry's top players.
FASHION Edgy and Commercial Mix in BrazilWhile designer collections at last month's Sao Paulo Fashion Week offered edgier, less-commercial styles in a bid to be more internationally relevant, Fashion Rio, in Rio de Janeiro, went the commercial route. It's All in the Mix at Dallas FIGAccessories, feminine tops and denim led the action at Fashion Industry Gallery's recent market, as retailers rounded out their spring buys.
FINANCIAL Sears Ending Essentials, Revamping GrandSears Holdings has decided to simplify its complicated retail portfolio by phasing out the year-old Sears Essentials name but retooling the off-the-mall format. De Beers LV Shifts Jobs FocusDe Beers LV, the retail partnership between De Beers and LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton, has cut 10 jobs in the supply chain division of its headquarters. Samsonite Near Deal on Madison Ave. SiteSamsonite is said to be close to leasing space at 838 Madison Avenue, between 69th and 70th streets, in the former Westbury Hotel, which houses the Chloe and Gucci boutiques, among others.
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TEXTILE & TRADE REPORT PV's Nature WalkNatural looks were the main focus for spring 2007 at Premiere Vision, which some felt symbolized an upbeat business mood.
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