Author Archives: The latest WWD Headlines

L.A. Preview: Fabric Firms Facing Obstacles

Textile makers bound for the Los Angeles International Textile Show are dealing with high costs and a recovering economy.

Heady Times for Tourneau

Just in time for the Baselworld watch fair, the watch retailer unveils its multipronged rebranding strategy.

J. Crew Profit Shrinks 90% in Q4

For 2010, total revenues rose 9.1 percent and same-store sales rose 4 percent, the company said.

Katie Holmes Featured in Frieda Film

The promotional short touts Precision Foam Colour by John Frieda, a new at-home foam hair color line.

Spring Preview: Superdry USA

The company is bringing its first footwear collection to market next month, with high- and low-top sneakers for men and women.

Memo Pad: HuffPo Poaches Times Journalist… Mark Lotto Leaves, Too…

Maura Egan, travel editor at T: The New York Times Style Magazine, leaves for the Huffington Post.

Swatch to Open on Fifth Avenue

The Swiss watch brand has signed a 15-year lease for the site.

Hampshire Drops to Loss on Lower Sales

Fourth-quarter gross margin drops 950 basis points.

Sue Wong RTW Fall 2011

Cecil Beaton’s designs for Audrey Hepburn in the musical “My Fair Lady” served as the catalyst for the designer’s silk and tulle gowns.

Anthony Franco RTW Fall 2011

The designer made suiting look sensual with a body-conscious white cashmere tuxedo and metallic coat and pants.