Fashion Newswire

U.S. News Media Group and Harvard’s Center for Public Leadership Announce Endeavor Co-Founder & CEO Linda Rottenberg as one of the 2008 America’s Best Leaders

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

U.S. Consumers Planning Dramatic Shifts in Personal Spending, According to L.E.K. Consulting Study

BOSTON-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Total Apparel Group, Inc., Announces Stock Split and New Business Platform

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Research and Markets: This Online Retail in Poland Report is Now Available

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Tiffany Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Island Pacific Announces New License Agreements

IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Perry Ellis International Announces Results for Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2009

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Results

YORK, Pa.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Shoe Carnival Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results

EVANSVILLE, Ind.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

The Wet Seal, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2008 EPS of $0.07, $10.1 Million Increase in Net Income over Prior Year; Introduces Fourth Quarter 2008 Guidance

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

New York & Company, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2008 Results and Provides Fourth Quarter Outlook

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Get a Deep Insight into the World Branded Apparel Market

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Stage Stores Announces Third Quarter Results; Provides Updated Fourth Quarter and Full Year Guidance

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

New Online Market Website - eLuxeSwap.com - Promotes Swapping as the New Shopping

MANHATTAN, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Sexy and Sustainable Merino Underwear for Men and Women: A Better Feeling Than Cotton

PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-November 20, 2008 -

Baby Meets Fashion: Quinny® Collaborates with Danish Multitalent Henrik Vibskov

COLUMBUS, Ind. & FOXBORO, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

The Fresh Market Opens in the Villages

THE VILLAGES, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Mayor Rybak Promotes Free Weekend Holiday Parking

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Elite Endurance Athletes Primed for The North Face Endurance Challenge Championship

SAN LEANDRO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Charlotte Russe Responds to Proposal from Karpreilly Capital Partners and H.I.G. Capital

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Dress Barn, Inc. Reports Fiscal First Quarter Sales and Earnings

SUFFERN, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Asia Time Reports Revenue Growth of 74% Year-Over-Year and EPS of $0.15 for Third Quarter 2008

HONG KONG & LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

The Streets of Buckhead Enhances Collection of Luxury Retailers

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Research and Markets: Review of the Russian Jewelry Equipment Market - The Market Has Grown By 30% In Comparison With Year 2006

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

TapouT Announces First Apparel Licensing Partnership

GRAND TERRACE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Jordan Brand and Carmelo Anthony Launch the Jordan Melo M5

BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Tween Brands Reports Third Quarter Results

NEW ALBANY, Ohio-(Business Wire)-November 19, 2008 -

Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation Reports 2008 Third Quarter Results

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Hanesbrands Inc. Announces Management Workforce Reduction

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls (USA) Tailgate Party to Kick-off the Holiday Shopping Madness

-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

bebe stores, inc. Announces Departure of Chief Merchandise Officer

BRISBANE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Gap Inc. Announces Dividend

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

J.Crew Group, Inc. to Broadcast Review of Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Financial Results over the Internet

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

NexCen Brands Receives Notification Letter from Nasdaq

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Footwear Industry - Global Strategic Business Report Comes Annotated With 44 Information-Rich Tables Presenting Market Data Findings

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

YORK, Pa.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Herbergers Department Store Extends Marktplatz Mall Lease

IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

The Talbots, Inc. to Broadcast Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Results Conference Call on the Web

HINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Taryn Rose International Appoints Former CEO of Lululemon Athletica Robert Meers As CEO

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Murad Helps Sponsor Teacher ‘Mini-Grant’ Program for Local Schools

EL SEGUNDO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

The 2008 Edition of the Global Intimate Apparel Market is Now Available

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Global Market Review of Tomorrow's Apparel Industry with Forecasts to 2014

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

The North Face Announces Completion of a 1MW Solar Energy System

VISALIA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Fitch Revises Nordstrom's Outlook to Negative; Affirms 'A-' IDR

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

World-Renowned Antiques Dealers Exhibit at the Original Miami Beach Antique Show Jan. 22-26, 2009

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Sahara Media Holdings, Inc. Completes New York City Office Move

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

maurices Selects Columbitech Mobile VPN to Secure Wireless Infrastructure Across 650 Retail Stores

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

DigiFab Systems Wins DPI Product of the Year Award for Textile Media

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Sephora goes live with RedPrairie Warehouse Management System (WMS) in Utah distribution center

MILWAUKEE-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Why Wait ‘Til Black Friday* for Holiday Specials?

-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Saks Incorporated Announces Results for the Third Quarter Ended November 1, 2008

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

The Snapshots Report Gives an Instant Overview of the German Clothing Market Covering Menswear, Womenswear, Baby and Childrenswear

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 18, 2008 -

Display Boys Honored at 2008 In-Store Marketing Expo for Year’s Best in Visual Merchandising

SANTA ANA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

Shoe Carnival to Broadcast Review of Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results over the Internet

EVANSVILLE, Ind.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

The Talbots, Inc. Retains Moelis & Company as Financial Advisor for Sale of J. Jill Brand

HINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

CORRECTING and REPLACING The Limited Teams up with Brickfish(R) to Offer Fashion Fans the Chance to Create Ultimate Outfits

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

Bath & Body Works’ Camille McDonald Joins Timex Group Board of Directors

MIDDLEBURY, Conn.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

Digital Defense Announces Interoperability between CA SiteMinder Web Access Manager and SaaS-Based Frontline SIAM Solutions

SAN ANTONIO-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

LaCrosse Footwear Receives $2.0 Million Order From United States Army

PORTLAND, Ore.-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

The Recessionista's Holiday Pick List: Taking the Spending of Christmas Past Out of Christmas Future

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

NexCen Brands Reports Selected Preliminary Third Quarter Operating Results and Highlights

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

H & M Hennes & Mauritz AB: H&M Group Sales Development in October

STOCKHOLM, Sweden-(Business Wire)-November 17, 2008 -

Global Entrepreneurship Week Utah Announces Speakers and Panel Topics for Entrepreneur and Investor Conference

SALT LAKE CITY-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Organizers of Global Entrepreneurship Week Utah (GewUtah.com) today announced the speakers for the Global Entrepreneurship Week Utah conference—"Unleashing Ideas: Igniting High-Growth Entrepreneurship in Utah." The joint entrepreneur and...

Orange 21 Inc. Reports Financial Results for Third Quarter 2008 and Announces Investor Conference Call

CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Orange 21 Inc. (NASDAQ:ORNG), a leading developer of brands that produce premium products for the action sports and youth lifestyle markets, today announced financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008. We achieved...

Hirsch International Corp. Reports 2008 Third Quarter Results

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Hirsch International Corp. (NASDAQ: HRSH, http://www.hirschinternational.com) today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. For the third quarter of 2008, net sales were $10.6 million, compared to $11.9 million...

People's Liberation Reports Q3-2008 Financial Results

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - People's Liberation, Inc. (OTCBB:PPLB), designer of high-end casual apparel under the brand names People's Liberation(TM) and William Rast(TM) and U.S. distributor of J. Lindeberg(TM) branded apparel, today announced financial results for the third...

Research and Markets: A Snapshots Guide to the U.S. Sports Footwear Retailing Market for 2008: Gain an Insight into the Market Size, Forecasts and Main Players

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Research and Markets - Distribution Channels For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/a4869a/snapshots_us_sport

Claire's Stores Appoints Kenny Wilson as President of Its European Business

PEMBROKE PINES, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Claire's Stores, Inc., a leading specialty retailer offering value-priced, fashion jewelry and accessories, today announced the appointment of Kenny Wilson, a proven retail executive with 20 years Pan-European experience, as President, Europe...

Revlon Extends Term of Senior Subordinated Term Loan

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Revlon, Inc. (NYSE: REV), announced today that Revlon Consumer Products Corporation (''RCPC''), the wholly-owned operating subsidiary of Revlon, Inc. (''Revlon''), entered into an amendment to its $107 million Senior Subordinated Term Loan Agreement...

Stratus Media Group Announces Plans for Tour d'Elegance

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Stratus Media Group, Inc. (OTCBB:SMDI) today announced preliminary plans for the launch of its National Tour d'Elegance series to be held in select cities throughout the United States, with a July 2009 commencement date targeted for Beverly Hills...

G&K Services Declares Regular Cash Dividend

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - G&K Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: GKSR), a market leader in branded identity apparel programs and facility services, announced today that the company has declared a quarterly dividend of seven cents per share payable in cash on December 24, 2008 to...

Christopher & Banks Corporation Updates Third Quarter Fiscal 2009 Guidance

MINNEAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Christopher & Banks Corporation (NYSE: CBK) today announced that, as a result of weaker than expected sales through the third fiscal quarter to date, the Company now expects to report a net loss per share from continuing operations of between $0.04...

Meebo Enables Real-Time Social Interaction for Hearst Magazines Digital Media Users

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 14, 2008 - Meebo, the Web's live communications platform, today announced a partnership with Hearst Magazines Digital Media, a unit of Hearst Magazines. The partnership enables Hearst Magazines Digital Media Web sites, including Seventeen.com and...

Tween Brands to Host Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call and Webcast

NEW ALBANY, Ohio-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Tween Brands, Inc. (NYSE: TWB) will host a conference call with security analysts at 9:00am EST on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 to review the operating results for the third quarter ended November 1, 2008. The phone number for the live call is...

Mintel Beauty Innovation predicts top beauty trends for 2009

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - In 2009, the beauty industry will undergo its own cleansing regime, as Mintel Beauty Innovation predicts a year of consolidation. The 21st century has been marked by the introduction of many new beauty companies, all claiming to make us look younger...

Kohl's Corporation Reports Earnings of $0.52 Per Diluted Share for Third Quarter of Fiscal 2008

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Kohl's Corporation (NYSE:KSS). Kohl's Corporation today reported results for the quarter and year-to-date periods ended November 1, 2008. Kohl's Corporation reported net income for the quarter ended November 1, 2008 of $160.2 million, or...

Iconic Rock Performer Joan Jett Shines in Syren Latex for Her Appearance on "Nissan Live Sets" on Yahoo! Music on Nov. 17

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Legendary rock singer, songwriter and guitarist Joan Jett will shine in a Syren Buckle Shoulder Latex Tank Top (www.syren.com/latex-rubber-tops-p-31-buckle-shoulder-latex-tank.aspx) by designer Jeffrey Gent when she performs on "Nissan Live Sets" on...

The Latest Clothesource Guide to Apparel Trade Regulations is Now Available: Providing a Summary of Agreements, Quotas and Penal Import Duties

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Research and Markets . For an additional fee, we will provide you with a regular briefing on changes which have occurred, with an automatically updated copy of the guide. Updates will be monthly, or more frequently if there are major changes, and...

Nation's Largest Mall Operator Launches Marketing Program to Help Consumers Make the Most of the Holiday Season

INDIANAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - With nearly every American consumer planning to shop at a mall this holiday season, the nation's largest mall operator, Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE: SPG), is launching a campaign designed to capture that holiday spirit and help consumers make the...

Coach, Inc. to Present at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer and Retail Conference

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Coach, Inc. (NYSE: COH), a leading marketer of modern classic American accessories, today announced that Lew Frankfort, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Mike Tucci, President - North America Retail, and Andrea Shaw Resnick, Senior Vice President...

New York & Company, Inc. Announces Earnings Release Date, Conference Call and Webcast for Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Results

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - New York & Company, Inc. (NYSE:NWY), a specialty apparel chain with 600 stores open, today announced that the Company will release third quarter fiscal 2008 results before the market opens on Thursday, November 20, 2008. The Company will conduct a...

The Children's Place Retail Stores, Inc. to Webcast Review of Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results

SECAUCUS, N.J.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - The Children's Place Retail Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq: PLCE) today announced that in conjunction with the release of its third quarter 2008 financial results, you are invited to listen to the Company's live conference call on Thursday, November 20, 2008...

DGSE Companies, Inc. Announces Revenues Increased 111 Percent to a Record $83,593,969 for the First Nine Months of Fiscal 2008; Operating Income Increased to $2,105,240 from $1,131,686

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - DGSE Companies, Inc. (AMEX: DGC), which wholesales, retails and auctions fine watches, jewelry, diamonds and precious metal and rare coin products via traditional and Internet channels, today announced operating results for the quarter ended September 30...

Special Jonas Brothers One-Time-Only Appearance Online at www.77kids.com This Sunday, November 16 at 3 P.M. Eastern Time

PITTSBURGH-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) today announced its launch of a new brand for kids, 77kids by American Eagle, with a special performance by the Jonas Brothers at www.77kids.com. The one-time-only event will take place in Los Angeles on...

Quiksilver, Inc. Completes Sale of Rossignol

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Quiksilver, Inc. (NYSE:ZQK) today announced that it had closed the sale of the "Rossignol Group" to Chartreuse & Mont Blanc. The transaction resulted from Quiksilver's initiative, announced in January 2008, to sell Rossignol in order...

Perry Ellis International Pre-Announces Third Quarter Results and Revises Fiscal 2009 Guidance

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Perry Ellis International, Inc. (NASDAQ:PERY) announced today that, based on preliminary estimates, the Company anticipates total revenue for its third quarter ended October 31, 2008 ("third quarter fiscal 2009") at $222.8 million. This represents a decrease...

Detailed Report Examines the Role of Multi-Stakeholder Initiatives in Improving Labour Standards

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Research and Markets in the US - have played an important role in raising the profile of ethical concerns in supply chains and improving working conditions. This month's briefing looks at the work of the various multi-stakeholder initiatives...

Wishes Come True This Holiday Season

DULUTH, Minn.-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - The holidays are right around the corner and fashionistas are wishing for all the right looks this season. maurices, the leading small-town specialty store and fashion authority for the savvy, trend-conscious girl with a twenty-something attitude...

Stage Stores Announces Third Quarter Earnings Release Date and Conference Call Information

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-November 13, 2008 - Stage Stores, Inc. (NYSE:SSI) announced today that it will release its third quarter 2008 financial results at 6:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Thursday, November 20, 2008. The release of the Company's third quarter financial results will be followed by a...

K-Swiss Declares Special Cash Dividend and Regular Fourth Quarter 2008 Cash Dividend

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - K-Swiss Inc. (NASDAQ/GS: KSWS) today announced that the Board of Directors has declared a special cash dividend of $2.00 per share, or approximately $70 million. The dividend is payable on December 24, 2008, to shareholders of record as of...

Charlotte Russe Confirms Receipt of Proposal by KarpReilly and H.I.G. Capital Partners

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - The Board of Directors of Charlotte Russe (NASDAQ: CHIC) today confirmed that it received earlier today a proposal by KarpReilly Capital Partners LP ("KarpReilly") and H.I.G. Capital, LLC to acquire all of the outstanding shares of the Company at a...

Charlotte Russe Reports Fiscal 2008 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Charlotte Russe Holding, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHIC) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 27, 2008. Also today, the Company announced that it has named new senior members of its management team (see separate...

Charlotte Russe Names New Management Team

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Charlotte Russe Holding, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHIC) today announced that the Board of Directors has named a new executive management team. John D. Goodman, formerly President and Chief Executive Officer of Mervyn's LLC, has been named Chief Executive Officer...

Charlotte Russe Forms Exclusive Partnership with Gossip Girl Stylist Eric Daman

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Charlotte Russe Holding, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHIC) today announced an exclusive marketing partnership with renowned stylist Eric Daman and named Susie Castillo, one of television's most recognizable faces and a former Miss USA, as brand ambassador. As part...

Bluefly Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Bluefly, Inc. (NASDAQ Capital Market:BFLY), a leading online retailer of designer brands, fashion trends and superior value (www.bluefly.com), today announced growth in revenue and gross profit as well as a reduction in operating loss for the third...

Crocs, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2008 Third Quarter Financial Results

NIWOT, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CROX) today reported a net loss of $148.0 million, or $1.79 per diluted share compared to net income of $56.5 million, or $0.66 per diluted share for the three months ended September 30, 2007. The reported net loss of $148.0...

Fashion and Beauty IV, Bridal Feature Release

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - The following releases focus on the topic Fashion and Beauty IV, Bridal: ALL TIME-OFFS ARE IN EASTERN TIME, UNLESS NOTED STORIES MOVED AT 4:35 AM ET ON NOVEMBER 11, 2008. EDINA, Minn.—Unforgettable Honeymoon Travel Experiences with NWA...

"Twilight" Fans Unleash Their Creativity Through a CafePress Partnership with Summit Entertainment

SAN MATEO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - CafePress, the leader of user-generated commerce, today announced a partnership with Summit Entertainment that provides "Twilight" series fans with a unique opportunity to design and sell film-inspired merchandise. Based on The New York Times...

Panglobal Brands Continues to Increase Revenue; September 30 Quarter up 8% over June

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Panglobal Brands Inc. (OTCBB:PNGB) will again record its best quarterly sales revenue in the history of the Company, growing 8% over June 30, 2008. Sales revenue for the three months ended September 30, 2008 totaled $5,800,000 versus sales revenue of...

First and Largest Comprehensive Bridal Registry Study Released by The Knot Market Intelligence

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - The Knot Inc. (NASDAQ: KNOT), www.theknotinc.com, the owners of The Knot Wedding Network, which includes the Internet's largest wedding websites and communities TheKnot.com and WeddingChannel.com, announced the release of its first annual Registry Study...

Okabashi Clogs Keep Feet Toasty Warm for Christmas

ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Okabashi Brands, Inc., a U.S.-based designer and manufacturer of casual and comfortable shoes for 25 years, knows that the economy is forcing families to cut costs. That's why Okabashi Shoes, especially Okabashi Clogs, are a great Christmas gift for family...

American Apparel Issues Statement in Response to Baseless and Frivolous Lawsuit

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - American Apparel, Inc. (NYSE Alternext US: APP), issued the following statement in response to news reports of a frivolous and baseless lawsuit recently filed by a disgruntled former employee: American Apparel denies all of the allegations in Mr...

"Notice Regarding Prolongation of the Tender Offer Period and Corrections to the Public Announcement for Starting a Tender Offer, etc." from the Tender Offerors to Charle Co., Ltd.

KOBE, Japan-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Charle Co., Ltd. (OSAKA:9885): -0- *T To whom it may concern Company name Charle Co., Ltd. Representative Katsuya Hayashi, Director and Representative Executive Officer (Code number 9885: Second Section of the Osaka Securities Exchange) Contact...

Charle Co., Ltd.'s Brief Report on the Settlement of Accounts (Consolidated) for the Interim Term Ended September 30, 2008

KOBE, Japan-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Charle Co., Ltd. (OSAKA:9885): Member, Financial Accounting Standards Foundation Brief Report on the Settlement of Accounts (Consolidated) for the Interim Term Ended September 30, 2008 Name of Listed Company: Charle Co., Ltd. Code number: 9885 Second...

Macy's, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results, Reaffirms 2008 Sales and Earnings Guidance

CINCINNATI-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Macy's, Inc. (NYSE: M) today reported a loss of 10 cents per diluted share for the third quarter of 2008, ended Nov. 1, 2008, compared with diluted earnings per share of 8 cents for the same 13-week period last year. Excluding division consolidation...

Shelby Launches New Licensed Merchandise Website and Catalog

WINDSOR, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Carroll Shelby Licensing Inc. (CSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Carroll Shelby International Inc. and American Tank Co., Inc., dba carrollshelbymerchandise.com (CSM) based in Windsor, CA, announce today the launch of the Official Carroll Shelby...

Restatement of the View Regarding a Tender Offer in the Charle Co., Ltd.'s Shares

KOBE, Japan-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - Charle Co., Ltd. (OSAKA:9885): -0- *T To whom it may concern Company name Charle Co., Ltd. Representative Katsuya Hayashi, Director and Representative Executive Officer (Code number 9885: Second Section of the Osaka Securities Exchange) Contact...

NexCen Brands Appoints Chief Financial Officer

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - NexCen Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXC) today announced the appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer as well as several other key executive management promotions and appointments. These management changes, which primarily backfill open positions, will be...

Up with Obama: New WereWorthIt.com Self-Esteem T-shirt Celebrates Election of First African-American President

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 12, 2008 - The election of Barack Obama has inspired a new product at WereWorthIt.com: A new self-esteem T-shirt. The new shirt — which reads, "BARACK OBAMA BELIEVES I'M WORTH IT," — was designed to highlight the commitment of the company to self-esteem...

Regency Centers Reclassifies Development Sale

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Regency Centers Corporation (NYSE:REG) announced today that during the third quarter one of the properties sold as part of a two-property portfolio should have been classified as a development sale rather than a disposition of an operating...

Warnaco to Participate in Upcoming Conferences

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - The Warnaco Group, Inc. (NYSE: WRC) will present at the 2008 Morgan Stanley Consumer and Retail Conference on Wednesday, November 19, 2008 and will present at the Bank of America 2008 Credit Conference on Friday, November 21, 2008. Warnaco's...

Zumiez Inc. to Broadcast Review of Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Financial Results over the Internet

EVERETT, Wash.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Zumiez Inc. (NASDAQ:ZUMZ) today announced that the Company's conference call to discuss third quarter fiscal 2008 financial results will be broadcast live over the Internet on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time and may be accessed...

No Fear Retail Stores Presses Forward with Orange 21 Merger Proposal

CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - No Fear Retail Stores, Inc. ("No Fear Retail") today responded to the refusal of Orange 21 Inc. ("Orange 21") (NASDAQ: ORNG) to enter into good faith negotiations regarding a merger of the two entities. On November 11, 2008, No Fear Retail sent...

dELiA*s, Inc. to Report Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Results on November 25, 2008

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - dELiA*s, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLIA), a direct marketing and retail company comprised of two lifestyle brands primarily targeting girls and you women between the ages of 12 and 19, intends to release third quarter fiscal 2008 results after market close on...

Dress Barn, Inc. Announces Fiscal 2009 First Quarter Sales and Earnings Conference Call on Wednesday, November 19, 2008

SUFFERN, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Dress Barn, Inc. (NASDAQ - DBRN) today announces the release of its fiscal 2009 first quarter sales and earnings results on Wednesday, November 19, 2008. Results will be released over Business Wire at approximately 4:00 P.M. Eastern Time. The Company...

Cintas Launches the DOC & AMELIA(TM) Collection

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Cintas Corporation today introduced the DOC & AMELIA(TM) collection, a new brand dedicated to Cintas' apparel designs. Inspired by the company's founders, Doc and Amelia Farmer, the new line embodies Cintas' timeless commitment to style, quality and...

V-MODA Unveils Vibe II with Microphone

HOLLYWOOD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Music lifestyle brand V-MODA today introduced the latest addition to its venerable line of Vibe luxury headphones. Vibe II with Microphone, the most fashion-forward headphone for all Apple iPhone(R) and iPod(R) models, is a noise-isolating...

4imprint Releases Promotional Apparel Blue Paper(SM), Podcast

OSHKOSH, Wis.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Promotional products retailer 4imprint has released another value-added podcast and Blue Paper(SM) titled, 'Promotional Apparel.' Detailing the latest trends in corporate apparel, including fashion-forward fabrics, colors and styles, 4imprint's...

The TJX Companies, Inc. Reports Third Quarter FY09 Results; Updates Fourth Quarter and Full Year Outlook

FRAMINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - The TJX Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TJX), the leading off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions in the U.S. and worldwide, today announced sales and earnings results for the third quarter ended October 25, 2008. Net sales for the third quarter...

'Design Not Drama' Campaign Asks Teens to Show How they Keep their Drama on the Down Low

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - California Teens: Create a t-shirt design that expresses how you own your own drama in your relationship and you could be a star! The 'Design Not Drama' contest, powered by social media advertising network Brickfish, is part of an interactive campaign at...

The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. to Broadcast Review of Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Results

YORK, Pa.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: BONT) today announced that its results for the third quarter fiscal 2008 will be released on Thursday, November 20, 2008. The Company will host a conference call on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern...

Yes We Did - CafePress T-Shirt Sales Predict 2008 Presidential Winner

SAN MATEO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - The 2008 presidential election solicited an unprecedented response from the nation, manifesting in record voter turn-out, an energized nation, and millions of expressive user-designed t-shirts, buttons and other merchandise. Beginning in November...

GIFT-A-RAMA! The Name Says It All

-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Holiday shopping: two words that can illicit fear and loathing in even the most merry holiday enthusiast. Though it should be a time of celebration and joy, the strain of running around to find all the perfect gifts can lead to year-end burnout. According to...

Interim Report for New Wave Group AB (publ) Q3 JANUARY - SEPTEMBER 2008

STOCKHOLM, Sweden-(Business Wire)-November 11, 2008 - Regulatory News: New Wave Group (STO:NEWAB): Strong Profit Growth The Period 1 July-30 September 2008 — Sales amounted to MSEK 1 117 which was 1% lower than the previous year (1 125). — The result after tax increased by MSEK 17.3 to...

Modern Amusement Signs Master Licensing Agreement with Blk Brd, LLC

SANTA MONICA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Modern Amusement announced that they have entered into a master licensing agreement with Blk Brd, LLC for Modern Amusement clothing and accessories. Blk Brd will hold an exclusive, multi-year license to manufacture and distribute the Modern...

Palin's Favorite Store, Alaska's 'Out of the Closet' to Change Name by Year's End

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) the largest AIDS organization in the US and operator of the popular and award winning fundraising 'Out of the Closet' thrift store chain in California and Florida, has reached agreement to resolve the issue of trademark...

American Apparel Reports Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - American Apparel, Inc. (NYSE Alternext US: APP), a vertically integrated manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of branded fashion basic apparel, today announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2008 and for the nine month period ended...

Inter Parfums, Inc. Announces Record Third Quarter Results

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Inter Parfums, Inc. (NASDAQ GS: IPAR) today reported record results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. All share and per share amounts have been adjusted to reflect the retroactive effect of the 3 for 2 stock split effected on May 30, 2008...

Tandy Brands Reports 1Q Fiscal 2009 Results

ARLINGTON, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Tandy Brands Accessories (Nasdaq GM:TBAC) today reported results for the first quarter of fiscal 2009. For the first quarter of fiscal 2009 ended September 30, 2008, the company reported a net loss of $1.3 million, or $0.18 per share, on net sales...

Tarrant Apparel Group Announces 2008 Third Quarter Results

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Tarrant Apparel Group (NASDAQ: TAGS), a design and sourcing company for private label and private brand casual apparel, today announced financial results for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2008. The Company reported total net sales...

Downtown Los Angeles: Winter Wonderland of Shopping, Entertainment, Dining for Californians This Holiday Season

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - The Downtown Center Business Improvement District (DCBID) today announced its Holiday Vacation Campaign, "L.A. Holiday Stay-and-Play," offering a wide range of hotel, dining and entertainment packages aimed at making winter holiday vacations easy...

Research and Markets: Corporate Review Wolverine World Wide, Inc. Details All The Intelligence Data About This Company In One Report

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Corporate Review - Wolverine World Wide, Inc." company profile to their offering. Compiled after extensive research and in collaboration with company analysts, trade associations, and other...

Macy's Gives 1 Million Meals During Thanksgiving

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Macy's (NYSE:M) is giving the ultimate gift this Thanksgiving season - one million meals to those at risk of hunger - in partnership with Feeding America, the largest domestic hunger-relief organization in the United States. In addition, Macy's Culinary...

Christy Sports Celebrates 50 Years of Business

LAKEWOOD, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - With ski season rapidly approaching, Christy Sports, a Colorado-based ski and snowboard retailer, is celebrating its 50th year of operation. All season long, the company will say thank you to its customers with special discounts, giveaways and an...

Raisix ColorMatch Helps iPhone Users Find Complementary Clothing, Decorating Colors On-The-Go

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Raisix, Inc., a leading iPhone(TM) software application provider, today announced ColorMatch, the ideal way to take the guesswork out of matching dress shirts, neckties, dresses, accessories, upholstery, wall or house paint and much more. Available...

The Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats of Foot Locker, Inc. Available Here

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Research and Markets of the company was $78 million in the FY2008, a decrease of 80.4% over 2007. The net profit was $51 million in FY2008, a decrease of 79.7% over 2007. Scope of the Report — Provides all the crucial company information...

Deckers Outdoor Corporation Brands Receive BizRate Award

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Teva(R) and UGG(R) Australia, two brands under Deckers Outdoor Corporation (NASDAQGS: DECK), have each received BizRate's Circle of Excellence Platinum Awards. The two brands join an elite group of e-commerce websites and represent two of only...

Cintas Debuts Comprehensive Line of Lodging Solutions at IH/M&RS(R) 2008

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Developed to help hoteliers enhance the consistency of their brand and the quality of their guests' experience, Cintas today announced it will be providing bundled, comprehensive solutions specifically for the hospitality industry. While well known for its...

Converse Announces Long-Term Partnership with Basketball Superstar Elton Brand

NORTH ANDOVER, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Converse announced today a long-term, strategic partnership with professional basketball star Elton Brand to create signature performance basketball footwear available exclusively at JCPenney locations nationwide and online at jcp.com...

Disney Holiday Gift Deals Stretch Shopping Dollars

GLENDALE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Families looking to stretch their dollars this holiday season need look no further than "Disney's Holiday Gift Ideas For Under $20 List." Featuring fabulous Disney gift ideas priced at under $20 each, shoppers can get great Disney deals for...

Sparks Fly at Wet Seal This Holiday: Wet Seal and American Idol Winner Jordin Sparks Partner on Collection to Launch in November

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 10, 2008 - Wet Seal will launch a new collection designed by recording artist and American Idol winner Jordin Sparks. The Wet Seal, Inc. (Nasdaq:WTSLA), a leading specialty retailer to young women, today announced the launch of a collection designed by...

Saks Incorporated Announces Saks Fifth Avenue's Bahrain Opening

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 8, 2008 - Retailer Saks Incorporated (NYSE: SKS) (the "Company") announced it has expanded its international presence by the opening of its first licensed Saks Fifth Avenue store in Bahrain today. The two-level, 57,600 square foot store is located in the Bahrain...

Tarrant Apparel Group to Announce Third Quarter Results on Monday, November 10th

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Tarrant Apparel Group (NASDAQ: TAGS - News) announced today that it will release its third quarter results on Monday, November 10th after the market closes. The Company will hold a conference call to discuss the results later that day. The conference...

The Source Newsletter Is Entirely Dedicated To News On The Global Sourcing Of Apparel

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "The Source" subscription to their offering. Helping you answer the question: How can I keep up-to-date with changes? The Source is our monthly newsletter. It is entirely dedicated to news on...

The 16th Annual Miami Beach Antique Jewelry & Watch Show Reports Increased Attendance

MIAMI-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - dmg world media today reported increased attendance at the 16th annual Miami Beach Antique Jewelry & Watch Show October 24-26, 2008 at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Fla. The three-day show featured more than 100 dealers from the United...

Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH Continues Growth

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Saks Incorporated (NYSE: SKS) ("Saks" or the "Company") today announced it will open new 28,000 square foot Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH ("OFF 5TH") stores in Camarillo, California and Mebane, North Carolina in 2009. The Camarillo store will be located in The...

The Cherokee Brand Launches in Peru

VAN NUYS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Cherokee Inc. (NASDAQ:CHKE), a leading licensor and global brand management company, today released photos from the recent launch of its Cherokee Brand in Peru with Falabella's Tottus Stores. Mark Nawrocki, Executive Vice President and Managing...

Consumer Spending Survey Results

CANTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 7, 2008 - Eighty-four percent of U.S. adults are currently taking steps to save money as a result of the current economic climate, according to a recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive(R) on behalf of The Rockport Company (www.rockport.com). According to...

bebe stores, inc. Announces Quarterly Dividend

BRISBANE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - bebe stores, inc. (Nasdaq:BEBE) today announced that its Board of Directors declared bebe's quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share. The dividend is payable on December 15, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 1...

AAFA Announces Intertek as New Footwear Technology Services Partner

CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Today, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) announced Intertek, a leading international provider of quality and safety solutions, as its new footwear technology services partner. As the AAFA preferred provider, Intertek will now offer...

bebe stores, inc. Announces First Quarter Earnings of $0.12 Per Share Versus $.16 in the Prior Year

BRISBANE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - bebe stores, inc. (Nasdaq:BEBE) today announced unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended October 4, 2008. Net sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2009 were $163.3 million, up 1.37% from $161.1 million reported for the first quarter...

The Knot Reports Third Quarter 2008 Financial Results

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The Knot Inc. (NASDAQ: KNOT, www.theknot.com), a leading lifestage media company targeting couples planning their weddings and future lives together, today reported financial results for its third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2008. Third...

True Religion Apparel Reports 2008 Third Quarter Financial Results

VERNON, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - True Religion Apparel, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRLG) today announced financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2008. Third Quarter Financial Results — Net sales in the third quarter of 2008 were $79.4 million, an increase of...

Heelys, Inc. Reports 2008 Third Quarter Financial Results

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Heelys, Inc. (NASDAQ: HLYS) today reported the following financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Net sales for the third quarter of 2008 were $23.8 million compared to net sales of $49.9 million in the corresponding period a year...

CORRECTING and REPLACING American Apparel Reports October 2008 Comparable Store Sales

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Third graph, first sentence of release should read: American Apparel opened 7 new retail stores during the month of October in the following locations... (sted American Apparel opened 7 new retail stores during the month of September in the following...

Sean John Partners with eFashionSolutions to Create Innovative On-line Shopping Experience

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Sean John, celebrating its 10 Year Anniversary, announces the launch of its new e-commerce site www.seanjohn.com. To create this incredible and experiential site, Sean John partnered with industry leader, eFashionSolutions, LLC (www.efashionsolutions.com...

'Race to BE' Entrepreneur Finalists Selected to Compete in Challenge Hosted by Russell Simmons

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Fifteen young filmmakers, music artists and fashion designers have been selected to compete in a nationwide creative entrepreneurship competition, the Race to BE. Hosted by artist and entrepreneur Russell Simmons, the Race to BE. is the signature U.S...

Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation to Appear at the Morgan Stanley Consumer Retail Conference on November 20, 2008

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (NYSE: PVH) announced today that Company management will appear at the Morgan Stanley Consumer Retail Conference being held in New York City on Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 9:45 AM Eastern time. The live webcast...

Cato's Merchandising Team Delivers 'On-Trend' Merchandise to Its Stores Based on Research on Fashion Trends, Both Style and Color

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Research and Markets segment of the retail value chain. Key reasons to purchase this title - Access all the important information and analysis on the company in a single report - Understand company's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats...

Island Pacific's 30th Annual Users' Conference Attended by Top Retailers

IRVINE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Island Pacific, a division of 3Q Holdings (ASX: TQH), announced today that the recently concluded 30th Annual Island Pacific User Conference held at the Island Hotel in Newport Beach was well attended by many top specialty retailers. "In addition...

Speck Now Shipping Its Trademark ToughSkin Cases for Garmin, TomTom and Other Portable GPS Devices

PALO ALTO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Where can we go that others fear to tread? Answering that question has propelled Speck, one of the world's leading case brands, to deliver its latest creations. The Speck design team has been hard at work delivering all-new cases for several...

Bently Holdings Welcomes Gucci Into Its "Green" Retail Space

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Bently Holdings, a private asset holdings and management company that oversees real property investments, welcomes Gucci into its historic Union Square building at 240 Stockton Street. Gucci is a global fashion brand with retail locations around the...

Simon's Chelsea Division Expands Orlando Premium Outlets(R)

INDIANAPOLIS-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE: SPG) announced today that its Chelsea outlet division opened the second phase of Orlando Premium Outlets(R), in Orlando, Florida. The 114,000 square-foot expansion brings the property to a total of 550,000 square...

Business Wire Retail Report On October 2008 Retail Sales Figures

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Business Wire's Monthly Retail Report is available on the day that retail sales figures for the previous month's sales are announced by the various retailers nationwide, usually the first Thursday of each month. The Retail Report is based on information...

The TJX Companies, Inc. Reports October 2008 Sales; Comp Sales Down 1% Excluding Impact of Foreign Currency Exchange; Updates Details of Third Quarter Outlook

FRAMINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The TJX Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TJX) today reported October 2008 sales results. Sales for the four-week period ended November 1, 2008, were $1.48 billion, a 2% decrease from the $1.52 billion achieved during the four-week period ended November 3...

People's Liberation Schedules Third-Quarter Conference Call for November 14

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - People's Liberation, Inc. (OTCBB:PPLB), designer of high-end casual apparel under the brand names People's Liberation(TM) and William Rast(TM) and distributor of J. Lindeberg(TM), today announced that it plans to release financial results for the...

Saks Incorporated Announces October Comparable Store Sales

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Retailer Saks Incorporated (NYSE: SKS) (the "Company") today announced that owned sales totaled $219.0 million for the four weeks ended November 1, 2008 compared to $269.1 million for the four weeks ended November 3, 2007, an 18.6% decrease. Comparable...

Dillard's, Inc. Reports October Sales Results

LITTLE ROCK, Ark.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Dillard's, Inc. (NYSE: DDS) ("Dillard's" or the "Company") announced today that sales for the four weeks ended November 1, 2008 were $406,050,000 compared to sales for the four weeks ended November 3, 2007 of $444,698,000. Total sales decreased...

Gap Inc. Reports October Sales Down 12 Percent; Comparable Store Sales Down 16 Percent

SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today reported net sales of $1.08 billion for the four-week period ended November 1, 2008, which is a decrease of 12 percent as compared with net sales of $1.23 billion for the same period ended November 3, 2007. The company's...

New York & Company, Inc. Updates Third Quarter Guidance

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - New York & Company, Inc. (NYSE:NWY), a specialty apparel chain with 600 retail stores, today announced that based on preliminary unaudited results for the third quarter ended November 1, 2008, it expects a loss per diluted share towards the mid-point...

Jo-Ann Stores Announces Third Quarter Sales Results

HUDSON, Ohio-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Jo-Ann Stores, Inc. (NYSE: JAS) reported today that net sales for the third quarter ended November 1, 2008, were $480.1 million compared to $480.2 million in the prior year. Same-store sales decreased 1.5% versus a same-store sales increase of 2.4...

American Eagle Outfitters Reports October Sales of $204.8 Million; Same Store Sales Decrease 12%; Updates Third Quarter EPS Guidance

PITTSBURGH-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) today announced that total sales for the four weeks ended November 1, 2008 decreased 3% to $204.8 million, compared to $210.2 million for the four weeks ended November 3, 2007. Comparable store sales...

Warnaco Reports Third Quarter 2008 Results

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The Warnaco Group, Inc. (NYSE: WRC) today reported results for the third quarter ended October 4, 2008. For the third quarter on a GAAP basis: — Net revenues rose 16% compared to the prior year quarter — Gross margin increased 520 basis...

Talbots Reports Third Quarter 2008 Sales Results

HINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The Talbots, Inc. (NYSE: TLB) today announced third quarter sales for the thirteen weeks ended November 1, 2008. The Company also announced that it will focus on its core Talbots business and is pursuing the sale of its J. Jill brand. Trudy F...

Cache Reports 11% Comparable Store Sales Decrease in October 2008

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Cache Inc. (NASDAQ: CACH), a specialty chain of women's apparel stores with 297 stores currently open, reported October 2008 sales figures. For the four-week period ended October 25, 2008, comparable store sales (sales for stores open at least one year...

Bakers Footwear Reports October 2008 and Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Sales

ST. LOUIS-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Bakers Footwear Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: BKRS), a leading specialty retailer of moderately priced fashion footwear for young women, with 241 stores open, today reported net sales for the October 2008 and third quarter fiscal 2008 periods. For the four-week...

The Wet Seal, Inc. Announces October Comparable Store Sales Declined 6.2% and Indicates Third Quarter Earnings Expected at or near High End of Guidance

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - The Wet Seal, Inc. (Nasdaq: WTSLA), a leading specialty retailer to young women, reported net sales and comparable store sales for the four-week period ended November 1, 2008, or fiscal October, and the fiscal third quarter ended November...

Stage Stores Reports October Sales; Provides Updated Third Quarter EPS Outlook

HOUSTON-(Business Wire)-November 6, 2008 - Stage Stores, Inc. (NYSE: SSI) today reported that its total sales for the four week October period ended November 1, 2008 decreased 5.1% to $98.5 million from $103.8 million in the prior year four week period ended November 3, 2007. Comparable store...

Heelys' Board of Directors Retains Financial Advisor to Evaluate Strategic Alternatives

DALLAS-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Heelys, Inc. (Nasdaq: HLYS) announced today that it has retained Houlihan Lokey to assist the Company's board of directors in an analysis and consideration of a broad range of possible strategic alternatives to enhance shareholder value. Gary Martin...

dELiA*s, Inc. Completes Sale of CCS Brand

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - dELiA*s, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLIA), a direct marketing and retail company comprised of two lifestyle brands primarily targeting girls and young women between the ages of 12 and 19, today announced the closing of the previously announced sale of assets related to...

Regency Centers Announces Quarterly Dividends on Common and Preferred Shares

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Regency Centers Corporation (NYSE:REG) Board of Directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.725 per share, payable on December 3, 2008 to shareholders of record on November 19, 2008. The Board also declared a quarterly cash...

Crocs, Inc. Announces Earnings Release Date and Intent to Extend Form 10-Q Filing Deadline

NIWOT, Colo.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Crocs, Inc. (NASDAQ: CROX) today announces a press release with financial results of the third quarter ended September 30, 2008 will be issued on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at approximately 4:00 pm Eastern Time. At 4:30 pm Eastern Time that same day...

Citi Trends Announces Third Quarter Sales

SAVANNAH, Ga.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Citi Trends, Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRN) today reported unaudited sales results for the third quarter of fiscal 2008. Total sales in the 13-week period ended November 1, 2008 increased 5.4% to $104.9 million compared with $99.5 million in the 13-week period...

An Industry Report on Clothing Accessories Stores in the United States: Covering Forecasts, Growth Rates and Key Industry Players

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Clothing Accessories Stores in the US" report to their offering. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing single or combination lines of new clothing accessories...

Latest Gear from Tretorn Makes Strides out of the Ring and onto the Street

DEDHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Swedish boot and sport shoe manufacturer Tretorn, a subsidiary of PUMA AG, designed a high performance riding boot that combines the superior technology riders need with the allure of a fashion boot, bringing many in the sport to wear them outside the...

NMI (Non-Manufacturing Index) at 44.4%; October Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business(R); Business Activity Index at 44.2%; New Orders Index at 44%; Employment Index at 41.5%

TEMPE, Ariz.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Economic activity in the non-manufacturing sector contracted in October, say the nation's purchasing and supply executives in the latest Non-Manufacturing ISM Report On Business(R). The report was issued today by Anthony Nieves, C.P.M., CFPM, chair...

Saks Incorporated to Discontinue Club Libby Lu Operations

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Retailer Saks Incorporated (NYSE: SKS) (the "Company") today announced its plans to discontinue the operations of its Club Libby Lu specialty store business. The Company expects the Club Libby Lu store closure process will be completed by the end of the...

Research and Markets: AnnTaylor Stores Corporation: Strategic Corporate Assessment - Strategy, SWOT Analysis and 5-year Financial Insights With In-depth Company Profile

DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Research and Markets is one of the leading specialty retailers offering women's apparel, shoes and accessories in the US. The company offers its merchandise under the Ann Taylor, Ann Taylor Loft, and Ann Taylor Factory brands. AnnTaylor plans to...

People's Liberation Appoints Gary Sims Managing Director of J. Lindeberg USA

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - People's Liberation, Inc. (OTCBB:PPLB), designer of high-end casual apparel under the brand names People's Liberation(TM) and William Rast(TM), today announced that it has appointed veteran golf and apparel industry executive Gary Sims as Managing...

Angry Bees and Wild Dogs Headline Timberland's Latest Global Advertising Campaign

STRATHAM, N.H.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - The Timberland Company announced today the launch of a new television, print and online advertising campaign in support of its Earthkeepers(TM) collection of environmentally-conscious footwear and apparel featuring heroes who take on the challenges...

Blue Holdings, Inc. Announces Execution of a Broad Joint Venture with Headgear

COMMERCE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Blue Holdings, Inc. (OTC: BLHI), a designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-end fashion jeans, today announced that effective October 31, 2008, it has entered into a joint venture (JV) agreement, with Headgear, Inc, a leading fashion designer...

Polo Ralph Lauren Reports Second Quarter Fiscal 2009 Results

NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation today reported net income of $161 million, or $1.58 per diluted share, for the second quarter of Fiscal 2009, compared to net income of $115 million, or $1.09 per diluted share, for the second quarter of Fiscal 2008. The...

K-Swiss Reports Third Quarter Results

WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - K-Swiss Inc. (NASDAQ: KSWS) today announced results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Financial Highlights Net loss for the third quarter of 2008 was $100,000, or $0.00 per share, compared with net earnings of $12,821,000...

Report on the Results of an Investigation by Third-Party Committee for Investigation into the Procedures and Processes Leading up to Charle Co., Ltd.'s Announcement of an Affirmative View Regarding a Tender Offer for the Shares of Charle

KOBE, Japan-(Business Wire)-November 5, 2008 - Charle Co., Ltd. (OSAKA:9885): -0- *T To whom it may concern Company name Charle Co., Ltd. Representative Katsuya Hayashi, Director and Representative Executive Officer (Code number 9885: Second Section of the Osaka Securities Exchange) Contact Masafumi...

TSA Approves New Checkpoint System's Nationwide Roll-out

WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced today that is has officially approved an ad-sponsored airport security checkpoint enhancement system - known as SecureTray System(R) - for use in all U.S. airports. The announcement was made...

Charlotte Russe Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2008 Earnings Release & Conference Call Details

SAN DIEGO-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - Charlotte Russe Holding, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHIC) today announced that the Company's conference call to discuss fourth quarter and fiscal year 2008 financial results will be broadcast live over the internet on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific...

Tandy Brands to Release First Quarter 2009 Results on November 10

ARLINGTON, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - Tandy Brands Accessories, Inc. (Nasdaq GM: TBAC) will release its first quarter fiscal 2009 financial results after the market close on Monday, November 10, 2008. The Company has scheduled a conference call to review these results for 5:00 p.m...

SKECHERS Footwear Opens Flagship Store in San Francisco

MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - SKECHERS USA, Inc. (NYSE:SKX), a global leader in lifestyle footwear, today announced the opening of a high-profile flagship store in the heart of San Francisco's premier shopping area - just off the Powell and Market streets' cable car stop...

American Apparel Announces Information Regarding Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call

LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - American Apparel, Inc. (NYSE Alternext US: APP) today announced that it plans to report its third quarter 2008 financial results on Monday, November 10, 2008 after the market close. The company also plans to hold a conference call to discuss its...

Fossil, Inc. Notice of Earnings Release and Webcasts

RICHARDSON, Texas-(Business Wire)-November 4, 2008 - Fossil, Inc. (Nasdaq NMS:FOSL) (the "Company") announced today that its earnings for its fiscal 2008 third quarter ended October 4, 2008 will be released prior to the market opening on Tuesday, November 11, 2008. In conjunction with the release...

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