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Retailers report surprise sales drop in August – CBI survey
Aug 29th
British retailers reported an unexpected drop in sales in August, a survey by business lobby CBI showed on Thursday, indicating that the Olympics failed to give shops the much needed boost. Photo: Corbis
Most British retailers have been struggling because consumers have been reluctant to spend as rising prices, tax increases More >
Ralph Lauren picks outsider to be next CFO
Aug 29th
Photo: JDRFRalph Lauren Corp on Monday named Procter & Gamble Co executive Christopher Peterson its new chief financial officer, effective Sept. 24, after Tracey Travis resigned in July to pursue other interests.
Peterson, 46, was most recently CFO of P&G’s global household care division, where he was responsible for strategic More >
NY cotton rises as storm watch offsets weak fundamentals
Aug 29th
Cotton prices were higher on Monday recovering ground lost late last week as tropical storm Isaac headed towards Alabama and Mississippi, two important states in the U.S. cotton belt. Photo: Corbis
The benchmark December cotton contract on ICE Futures U.S. rose 1.24 percent to settle at 76.14 cents per lb, just More >
Desi Boyz makers face trouble over copyright issue
Aug 29th
Desi Boyz makers face trouble over copyright issue By Bollywood Hungama News Network , Aug 28, 2012 – 11:51 hrs IST What’s common to the films like Rockstar, Om Shanti Om, Ra. One and Jannat 2? Well, all these films have been in news on grounds of copyright infringement. The More >
Vikram Bhatt still working on VFX of Raaz 3
Aug 29th
Raaz 3 is ready for release next week. But Vikram Bhatt is still working on the film’s post-production.
Though the film was censored earlier this week, and passed without cuts for adult viewing, Vikram decided there’s still work to be done on the film. This after a technical screening of More >
Qatar launches Qela, its very own luxury fashion label
Aug 29th
Qatar has reached the next step in the world of fashion and luxury. After buying a stake in LVMH and taking over Valentino and French leather accessories brand Le Tanneur, the emirate is preparing to launch its own luxury clothing and accessories label by the end of the year, through More >
Even I can’t wait for Kareena’s wedding: Karisma Kapoor
Aug 29th
If her fans are eagerly awaiting for Kareena Kapoor’s marriage, Karisma Kapoor is equally excited about her sister’s wedding, set to take place some time this year.
Asked about Saif Ali Khan and Kareena’s wedding dates, Karisma said: “I feel you should ask this to Kareena. She will get busy with More >
Outfits Under $100: Summer to Fall Transition Pieces
Aug 29th
Written by Caitlyn – FIDM
Photo CreditAs much as we love strappy sundresses, sandals that show off our pedis, and beach-approved fabrics, there comes a time every year when we start to crave a closet metamorphosis. Temperatures have not yet dropped enough to warrant storing your summer clothes, so More >
Sonakshi Sinha at ‘Aamby Valley India Bridal Fashion Week 2012?
Aug 29th
Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha at the press conference for the “Aamby Valley India Bridal Fashion Week 2012?, in New Delhi on Tuesday. Sonakshi Sinha looking very hot and sexy in red sari.
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L Capital Asia eyeing Indian design
Aug 29th
It is a story that has the Indian fashion world all abuzz. According to India’s financial press, the investment fund L Capital Asia, owned by LVMH and Groupe Arnault, and invigorated by a recent bolstering of its onsite team, is now scoping out two Indian designers, Sabyasachi Mukherjee and Rohit More >
Anshuman Jha – the surprise package of KLPD
Aug 29th
The talented theatre actor Anshuman Jha, who made a mark with Love Sex Aur Dhokha (LSD), would be next seen in Amit Chandrra’s Kismet Love Paisa Dilli (KLPD) alongside Vivek Oberoi and Mallika Sherawat.
Even though Anshuman’s character has been kept under wraps by the makers, sources close to the production More >
Scotch & Soda opens its first two London stores
Aug 29th
Scotch & Soda takes it to the next level in the United Kingdom. Already distributed in more than 200 multi-brand stores across the country, the eclectic Dutch brand has just acquired its first two own retail stores in London. As announced by Cushman & Wakefield, which handled the transaction, the More >
Zale expects to return to profit in 2013
Aug 29th
Zale Corp on Wednesday forecast its first annual profit in years on expectations that the momentum of its sales, strong in the fourth quarter, especially at its namesake chain, will continue. Photo: Zale
The retailer, which caters to middle-class shoppers looking for affordable jewelry, reported a narrower loss for the fiscal More >
Vionnet and the Croce sisters part ways
Aug 29th
They had been Vionnet’s artistic directors since the autumn-winter 2012 collection, before going on to design a resort collection for spring 2013. The Croce sisters, however, are now no longer a part of the team at Vionnet. Barbara and Lucia Croce were made artistic directors of Vionnet last year
The prestigious More >
Being part of ‘Heroine’ was my destiny: Kareena Kapoor
Aug 29th
Actress Kareena Kapoor feels she was destined to do director Madhur Bhandarkar’s “Heroine” and says the film is very close to her heart.
Bhandarkar first offered the lead role to Kareena but she couldn’t do it due to date issues and it went to Aishwarya Rai. However, Aishwarya subsequently opted out More >
Deepika Padukone on the cover of Beauty & Style India
Aug 29th
Deepika Padukone on the cover of Beauty & Style India.
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Ranbir fined Rs 200 for smoking in public
Aug 29th
Ranbir fined Rs. 200 for smoking in public By Bollywood Hungama News Network , Aug 28, 2012 – 17:51 hrs IST When Ranbir Kapoor sets the screen on fire, he gets applauded. And when he sets the ciggy on fire, he gets fined. And this time round, he has been More >
Nike sets new rules to beef up store, customer safety: WSJ
Aug 29th
Nike Inc has come up with new rules for retailers, prompted by unruly crowds outside stores selling its shoes, the Wall Street Journal reported. Photo: Nike
According to a company memo reviewed by the paper, the world’s largest sportswear maker told sporting-goods stores that they will not be allowed to pre-sell More >
Platinum prices could rise in 2013 on limited supply
Aug 29th
Prices of platinum could rise in 2013 as markets digest limited supply from major producer South Africa, analysts said at an industry conference on Saturday, with platinum trading at a premium over gold. Photo: Corbis
South Africa accounts for 80 percent of platinum supply and its producers have seen output fall More >
Fabulous Find of the Week: Charlotte Russe High-Low Skirt
Aug 29th
Written by Ashley – Flagler College
High-low skirts and dresses were popular throughout summer, and this trendy hemline isn’t going anywhere for fall. So for this week’s Fabulous Find, we found a gorgeous solid-colored high low skirt that’s perfect for transitional weather, meaning you can wear it now while the weather is still warm and rock this More >
JP Morgan to invest $45 million in Brazilian online retailer Dafiti
Aug 29th
Brazilian online fashion retailer Dafiti said on Tuesday that it would receive $45 million from J.P. Morgan Asset Management in a cash-for-equity deal that underscores investors’ appetite for the country’s fast-growing Internet market. Dafiti’s online retail platform
The announcement comes less than a month after a fund launched by U.S. firms More >
Brown Shoes soft outlook disappoints investors
Aug 29th
Brown Shoe Co Inc posted a smaller second-quarter loss but shares in the owner of Famous Footwear stores fell on a soft outlook as the shoe retailer said it remained wary of economic weakness. Photo: LifeStride
Shares of the company fell as much as 8 percent to $14.16, making it one More >
‘Heroine’ makers move court on smoking scene rider
Aug 29th
The makers of Bollywood film “Heroine”, starring Kareena Kapoor, Monday moved the Delhi High Court against the information and broadcasting ministry’s order to display anti-smoking messages during smoking scenes in the movie.
The film is scheduled to be released Sep 21.
Justice Rajiv Shakdher issued notice to the information and broadcasting and More >
Geox targeting revenues 100 million euros in China and Hong Kong
Aug 29th
The maker of “breathable shoes” is targeting revenues of around 100 million euros in China and Hong Kong in 2016 as a result of new planned store openings in the region, Il Sole 24 Ore said on Sunday citing the company’s three-year industrial plan.
Geox expects revenues of around 820 More >
Kareena’s ‘Halkat Jawani’ Full Song Video from ‘Heroine’
Aug 29th
“Halkat Jawani” – Halkat Jawani the Official Full Song Video of the upcoming movie “Heroine”Song Name: Halkat JawaniMovie – HeroineFeat. – Kareena KapoorSinger – Sunidhi ChauhanLyrics – Niranjan IyengarMusic – Salim Merchant, Sulaiman MerchantMovie Cast Crew :- Arjun Rampal, Randeep Hooda, Shahana GoswamiDirected By :- Madhur BhandarkarProduced By :- UTV More >
Booming middle class fuels Brazil beauty market
Aug 29th
The beauty industry is booming in Brazil, where meticulous manicures, sophisticated scents and impeccable make-up are a must-have for women who have made the country the sector’s world number three.
Last week, Sao Paulo hosted “Nails Fashion Week” – where about a dozen domestic and foreign brands are offering up More >
Video: trailer for ‘It’s Getting Late’, by Missy Tadjedin for Miu Miu
Aug 29th
Miu Miu has released a trailer for the fourth and final installment of its ‘Women’s Tales’ film series, which has celebrated “the feminine love affair with Miu Miu”. The series has shown off the work of talented women filmmakers with Zoe Cassavetes, Lucrecia Martel and Giada Colagrande having filmed the More >
China footwear retailer Belle meets profit forecasts
Aug 29th
Top China footwear retailer Belle International Holdings Ltd met forecasts with an 11.7 percent rise in first-half net profit, and analysts predicted it would outpace competitors even as slow economic growth dampens consumer spending. Photo: Belle
Belle, which distributes brands including Nike, Adidas, Kappa, PUMA, Converse and Mizuno, on Tuesday posted More >
Shahid opts out of Maneesh Sharmas next
Aug 29th
The start of Maneesh Sharma’s next directorial untitled film for YRF has been postponed. The film was originally scheduled to go on floor this September.
Both Maneesh and Jaideep Sahni, who has written the story and screenplay, along with Aditya Chopra, have taken a creative decision to include lip-sync songs, which More >
Celebrity Street Style of the Week: Sophia Bush, Zoe Saldana, & Jessica Alba
Aug 29th
Written by Demi – University of Maryland
Every week, I scour the web to find inspiring outfits on your favorite celebs and help you recreate their looks! This week, I was inspired by Sophia Bush, Zoe Saldana, and Jessica Alba. Read on to see how you can get their looks for yourself.
Photo: More >
Vedita Pratap Singh in Sexy Dress Exposing
Aug 29th
Vedita Pratap Singh in Sexy Dress Exposing her Cleavage.
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Nicole Richie for Macy’s Impulse Lookbook
Aug 29th
Written by Ashley – Flagler College
Nicole Richie modeling her Macy’s Impulse line. | Photo CreditA few months ago, we announced that Nicole Richie would be designing an exclusive collection for department store Macy’s and now we have photos of the collection!
In case you need a recap, Nicole Richie for Macy’s More >
Looks on Campus: Amanda – Savannah College of Art and Design
Aug 26th
Written by Melissa – Ball State University
When I saw Amanda scouring the the local thrift store, I knew I had to talk to her. After I complimented her on her gorgeous purple dress, we moved on to talk about her quirky, unique style that is continuously fueled by her love of More >
Ralph Lauren sees second-quarter revenue drop, shares skid
Aug 26th
Photo: Ralph LaurenRalph Lauren Corp forecast lower revenue in the current quarter, hurt by reduced distribution through partners in China and the shutting of its American Living brand, overshadowing first-quarter growth.
Shares of the apparel maker fell 4.5 percent to $146.55 on Wednesday morning.
Ralph Lauren said it expects net More >
Amitabh Bachchan happy with films earning Rs. 100 crore
Aug 26th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan believes these are good times for the Hindi film industry as movies are regularly minting Rs.100 crore and plus at the box office.
“It’s a great time for the industry. More the business, the earnings, the better it is,” the 69-year-old said here.
“Last year, the film industry was More >
