The Celebration of a CenturyBEIJING - - New Balance Opens World’s First Ever Experience Store in Beijing New Balance has announced the opening of its first ever Experience Store on Beijing’s Qianmen Avenue. Celebrating the brand’s past, present and future, New Balance proudly showcases its century-long heritage to bring a completely new brand retail experience to life. A&F’s Comment on the Resolution of Riam Dean’s ClaimNEW ALBANY, Ohio - As to the Judgment of the Employment Tribunal, released 11 August, 2009, David Cupps, General Counsel of Abercrombie & Fitch said, “We are pleased that the Tribunal found that A&F did not discriminate against Ms. Dean on grounds of her disability and also found that A&F provided Ms. Dean with the accommodation she requested. While the Tribunal did make a finding of failure to accommodate and harassment, that finding was based on the events of a single day - - events which were not at all representative of Ms. Dean’s overall employment with A&F. We continue to believe that these events resulted from a misunderstanding that could have been avoided by better communication on the part of both parties. Coty Inc. and GUESS?, Inc. Announce Collaboration to Develop and Market New Fragrance LinesNEW YORK - - Fragrance Giant to Also Undertake Distribution Rights of Existing GUESS Fragrances Robin Akeroyd, Managing Director of Crocs Europe, Comments on Quarter 2 EarningsTHE HAGUE, The Netherlands - “We are completely free of bank debt and have US$77.5 million in cash and cash equivalents. We are on track with re-structuring activities in Europe necessary due to the economic downturn, a previous high growth spiral and sufferings from parallel imports and knock-offs. Where the focus has been in the past on operations to meet growing demand, we have refocused on product development, customer service, marketing and sales. Our new financial position allows us to invest in these key areas.” Crocs, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2009 Second Quarter Financial ResultsNIWOT, Colorado - - Second Quarter Revenue of $198 Million Exceeds Guidance - Cash Increases 50% to $78 Million in First Half of 2009 - Announces Full Repayment of Outstanding Credit Facility - Reduces Inventory 22% Since Year End 2008 BOSS Watches Announce Graham Bell’s Participation in the Rolex Fastnet Race Aboard HUGO BOSSLONDON - BOSS Watches and Alex Thomson, Skipper of HUGO BOSS are pleased to announce that Graham Bell, former Olympic skier and adventurer will be part of the crew aboard HUGO BOSS for this year’s landmark anniversary of the Rolex Fastnet Race. BOSS watches and Alex have set Graham the challenge of competing in one of the world’s most challenging sailing races that will test both his physical and mental strength. Introducing Turf Legends, Racing’s Favourite Clothing CompanyCHELTENHAM, England - Since launching last autumn, clothing company, Turf Legends has become firmly established as the preferred clothing of the horse racing fraternity. The first range from the company was the Dick Rees Classic Colours Collection, taking as its inspiration the vibrant colours of some the great racehorses of the last 80 years- including Red Rum, Britain’s all time favourite. American Apparel Opens in Dublin, IrelandDUBLIN and LOS ANGELES - American Apparel, the vertically integrated clothing manufacturer based in downtown Los Angeles, has opened their first store in Ireland. Scarlett Johansson is in the UK to Promote her new D&G Make Up RangeLONDON - - Exclusive Web Video Available Link www.digitalnewsagency.com/story/view/3335-scarlett-johansson-is-in-the-uk-to-promote-her-new/all Mexx Worldwide Strengthens Management TeamAMSTERDAM - - Volker Schmidt, Global Head of Wholesale Development and Regional Sales Vice President Jim Nowak, Global Head of Product Knut Burgdorf, Vice President, Marketing French Actress and Singer Charlotte Gainsbourg Becomes the Face of the new Balenciaga FragranceLONDON - Coty Prestige, a division of Coty Inc., and the house of Balenciaga announced today that they have signed an agreement with actress and singer Charlotte Gainsbourg to be the face of their new fragrance. The British Music Experience Goes Kid Crazy for the Summer HolidaysLONDON - This Summer the British Music Experience, Britain’s interactive museum of popular music, is dedicating itself to music fans of the younger generation. Not only will all kids go free* until 28th August, but there will be a host of music events tailored specifically for them within the exhibition: From learning to DJ, to being a pop stylist for the day, from African drumming, to learning the latest street dance moves. Just turn up anytime between 11am and 2pm on any event day to take part in any of the sessions. For more information go to www.britishmusicexperience.com/kids Beauty Expert Reveals Help for “Slummy Mummies”LONDON - - Most Women Admit to Letting Themselves go After Having Children and… - With Photo Stylesight Adds David Bell, Former CEO of The Interpublic Group, Inc. to Board of DirectorsNEW YORK - Stylesight, the world leader in trend content, tools and services for style industry professionals, announced the appointment of David Bell to its Board of Directors. Mr. Bell offers a wealth of experience encompassing a deep understanding of subscriber-based businesses, modern technology and superior client relations. Coty Inc. Announces the Opening of Russian SubsidiaryNEW YORK - - Business Venture Establishes Direct Product Marketing Control and Strengthens Coty’s Global Presence Middle East’s Home-Grown Fashion Destination ‘Salam Stores’ Hosts Paris Hilton in DubaiDUBAI - - An Episode of Paris Hilton’s ‘My New BFF Dubai’ was Filmed at Salam Stores, Wafi, Dubai Brioni Announces Consolidated Results for 2008 With Revenues Unchanged and Profits (EBITDA) of More Than EUR32m and Names Andrea Perrone Group CEOROME - - Brioni also Announces Plans to Expand Across China and Middle East Brioni, the luxury menswear group, announced on Monday consolidated 2008 revenues that were substantially unchanged, and also said it was naming Andrea Perrone as Group Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. Mountain Province Diamonds and De Beers Canada Enter Into Revised and Restated Gahcho Kué Joint Venture AgreementTORONTO and NEW YORK - - Mountain Province Gains Control Over Share of Marketing Rights Sonnet Models Launches Global Modelling Competition on FacebookCAMBRIDGE, England - Cambridge technology start-up Sonnet Models are set to change the way aspiring models get onto the books of the world’s leading modelling agencies through a newly-launched Facebook application. Marie Curie Tops Poll of the Most Inspirational Women in ScienceLONDON - - With Photo - Poll Highlights the Need for More Visible Female Role Models in Science - Results Coincide With the announcement of the Winners of the 2009 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women In Science Fellowships, Which Celebrate the Achievement of exceptional female scientists in the UK and Ireland 2009 Cannes Lions Official T-shirt Grand Prix Winner SelectedTOKYO - - UNIQLO decides to make and sell official T-shirts from 2010 onwards UNIQLO has been responsible for the creation and sale of official T-shirts for the 2009 Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival, one of the world’s top three advertising fests. Ten short-listed designs have been made into commercial products. And from among those entries, “KING” designed by Sho-san, an arts university student living in Tokyo, has been selected as the 2009 Grand Prix winner. The design perfectly matched the 2009 Grand Prix with an image of a crown-wearing lion, the symbol of the Cannes Lions. UNIQLO will continue to create and sell official T-shirts for the Cannes Lions Festival from 2010 onwards. The 2010 competition opened for entries from June 22. Abercrombie & Fitch Releases Comment on UK Employment CaseLONDON - UK Abercrombie & Fitch spokesperson commented, “We were pleased to hire Ms. Dean to be a member of the Abercrombie & Fitch team and we are sorry that she resigned. We believe this situation originated from an unfortunate but genuine misunderstanding. Since the matter is in litigation, we don’t think it is appropriate to comment further.” The More Things Change the More They Stay the Same at Grafik MagazineLONDON - With Photo Grafik magazine is re-launching at the end of June with a new look, a new website and a new owner. Recently acquired by Adventures in Publishing Ltd., Grafik showcases the cream of both cutting edge and commercial graphic design, providing a platform for photography, art, typography, illustration, new media, fashion, technology and advertising. With more than 50,000 readers Grafik has a huge influence on designers and through their work, on how our world looks. ARISE Africa Fashion Awards Brings Week of Global Style Showcase to an Exciting FinaleJOHANNESBURG - R&B Superstar R. Kelly to Perform For The First Time Ever in Africa On Saturday, 20 June 2009, the inaugural ARISE Africa Fashion Awards will bring ARISE Africa Fashion Week (June 12th - 20th) to an exciting conclusion, with one designer winning the once-in-a-lifetime chance to present at New York Fashion Week in the ARISE Africa Rising show in September. A world-class launching pad for the continent’s most promising designers, ARISE Africa Fashion Week — presented by ARISE Magazine and produced by African Fashion International (AFI) — will present dozens of collections from across Africa, in Johannesburg. Male Style IconsLONDON - US president Barack Obama was yesterday named the most stylish man in a poll of men. The 47-year-old father of two, who moved into the White House in January, has wowed people across the globe with his sharp suits and smooth sense of style. Elizabeth Arden Signs Claudia Schiffer as Face of New Fragrance From Alberta FerrettiMILAN - Campaign for renowned Italian designer’s signature fragrance to debut in Italy Elizabeth Arden, Inc. a global prestige beauty products company, and Alberta Ferretti announced today that iconic supermodel Claudia Schiffer will represent Alberta Ferretti’s first signature fragrance in its advertising campaign. In January of 2008, Elizabeth Arden entered into an exclusive long-term global licensing agreement with AEFFE S.p.A. for the development, marketing and distribution of fragrance, cosmetics, and skincare products with Alberta Ferretti. The fragrance and the campaign will debut in Europe in the Fall of 2009. Our Customers Have Already Saved Over GBP1 Million by Using Their Bhs MasterCard Everywhere They ShopLONDON - With the Bhs MasterCard, Shopping has Never Been so Rewarding! The Bhs MasterCard is nearly a year old and has already been proven to be the most rewarding credit card available on the High Street, with a higher ‘earn rate’ than that of its retail competitors. Offering 5 points for every GBP1 spent in store and 1 point for every GBP1 spent elsewhere, it’s unrivalled. Wes Gordon of CSM College in London Blows Glass Down The RunwayLONDON - Wes Gordon, a U.S. fashion designer and recent graduating student in the Womenswear program at London’s world famous Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design (www.csm.arts.ac.uk/), closed the CSM BA Honors Fashion Show in dramatic style Tuesday with his ‘Glass Collection’, an uber-elegant fantasy of delicate blown glass cleverly incorporated into beautifully colored fabrics to visually stunning affect. PUMA Supports Environmental Movie ‘HOME’HERZOGENAURACH, Germany - Sportlifestyle company PUMA supports the environmental movie “HOME,” directed by Yann Arthus-Bertrand, photographer and author of “Earth From Above”, and produced by Luc Besson. The movie will be released worldwide on 5 June 2009 — the World Environment Day — in cinemas, on DVD, and for free on television and the Internet. Through the PUMAVision category puma.creative PUMA will endorse showings of the movie in cultural institutions in Africa and beyond. Chic Outlet Shopping(R) - The Recession Proof Way to Shop in Europe This SummerBICESTER, England - The Collection of nine Chic Outlet Shopping(R) Villages in Europe, created and managed by Value Retail, is significantly defying the economic downturn. With total tax refunded sales generated by international visitors up 55% in Q1 compared to the same period in 2008, shoppers in Europe this season are realising this is a clever way to access the world’s most coveted designer names. Eternal Platinum: the Ultimate Symbol of LoveLONDON - With Photo Having taken Milan by storm, Eternal Platinum, a major exhibition showcasing platinum wedding rings created by the most celebrated Italian designers, comes to London during Coutts London Jewellery Week between 8th - 12th June at I.N.C Space, Covent Garden. In a “David Against Goliath” Move, Cult Anti-Ageing Skincare Brand, SKIN.NY(R), Takes on Boots The Chemist for Misleading the Public by Making False Claims About Their No.7 Protect & Perfect ProductsLONDON - Cult skincare brand SKIN.NY(R) have issued legal proceedings against beauty giant, Boots the Chemist, for misleading the public. In a recent blaze of publicity, Boots the Chemist claimed that their much-lauded Boots No.7 Protect and Perfect was the first anti-wrinkle cream to be proven to be effective in clinical trials. This is untrue. In fact, SKIN.NY Radical Restructure Complex(R) containing QAL-100(R) was the first complex skin cream with proven clinical trials published in the BJD over 6 years earlier in October 2003. RMB 550 Million (US$81 Million) Strategic Investment by TPG Capital in Daphne InternationalHONG KONG - Daphne International Holdings Limited (HKSE: 210, “Daphne” or “the Company”), the owner of the “Daphne” and “Shoebox” brands and a leading retailer of ladies’ footwear in the PRC, announced today that the Company has entered into an agreement with TPG Capital (”TPG”), under which TPG will make a strategic investment in Daphne through the subscription of RMB 550 million convertible bonds with warrants. Botanical Skincare Design Win’s Sloane in Bloom, 2009LONDON - For just four days a year, 19th - 22nd May, the stunning outfits and covetable accessories on display from the world’s leading fashion brands aren’t the things that really catch the eye, as you stroll around the Sloane Square area. Laetitia Casta and Stefano Accorsi in Givenchy by Riccardo TisciCANNES, France - The actress Laetitia Casta chose the Couture House Givenchy for the Red Carpet of her new film ‘Face’ by Tsai Ming-Liang. |
