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    • Prince Harry, Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after the Trooping the Colour ceremony in central London
      Royal baby to give almost £240 million bump to British economy Belinda Goldsmith - Reuters - Mon, Jun 17, 2013

      By Belinda Goldsmith LONDON (Reuters) - From Union Jack booties to "Born to Rule" sleepwear, the British royal family has joined retailers in offering baby products to … More »Royal baby to give almost £240 million bump to British economy

      Prince Harry, Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after the Trooping the Colour ceremony in central London

      By Belinda Goldsmith LONDON (Reuters) - From Union Jack booties to "Born to Rule" sleepwear, the British royal family has joined retailers in offering baby products to mark the arrival of the royal heir. Analysts estimate the baby fever could boost the economy by 240 million pounds. A baby sleepsuit modelled on a guardsman's …

    • Britain's Prince Andrew, Prince Harry, Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after the Trooping the Colour ceremony in central London
      Royal baby to give almost $400 million bump to British economy Belinda Goldsmith - Reuters - Mon, Jun 17, 2013

      By Belinda Goldsmith LONDON (Reuters) - From Union Jack booties to "Born to Rule" sleepwear, the British royal family has joined retailers in offering baby products to … More »Royal baby to give almost $400 million bump to British economy

      Britain's Prince Andrew, Prince Harry, Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge stand on the balcony of Buckingham Palace after the Trooping the Colour ceremony in central London

      By Belinda Goldsmith LONDON (Reuters) - From Union Jack booties to "Born to Rule" sleepwear, the British royal family has joined retailers in offering baby products to mark the arrival of the royal heir. Analysts estimate the baby fever could boost the economy by 240 million pounds ($380 million). A baby sleepsuit modeled …

    • A technical expert inspects a cellar at the Hennessy factory in Cognac
      Meet the artisans: LVMH fires new shot in luxury marketing war Astrid Wendlandt - Reuters - Fri, Jun 14, 2013

      By Astrid Wendlandt PARIS (Reuters) - LVMH will throw open the doors of its Louis Vuitton workshops and Hennessy cognac cellars at the weekend in the latest salvo of … More »Meet the artisans: LVMH fires new shot in luxury marketing war

      A technical expert inspects a cellar at the Hennessy factory in Cognac

      By Astrid Wendlandt PARIS (Reuters) - LVMH will throw open the doors of its Louis Vuitton workshops and Hennessy cognac cellars at the weekend in the latest salvo of an advertising war among luxury groups to show off the craftsmanship behind their brands. Starting on Saturday, the world's top luxury group by sales and market …

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      Mulberry defends price rises as pins hopes on Asia push Neil Maidment - Reuters - Thu, Jun 13, 2013

      By Neil Maidment LONDON (Reuters) - British luxury fashion group Mulberry defended its plans to move further upmarket, saying it was crucial to expansion plans in Asia, … More »Mulberry defends price rises as pins hopes on Asia push

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      By Neil Maidment LONDON (Reuters) - British luxury fashion group Mulberry defended its plans to move further upmarket, saying it was crucial to expansion plans in Asia, where local shoppers and outbound tourists are still spending heavily on top-end lines. Mulberry, known for its Bayswater and Alexa handbags, makes over …

    • File of pedestrians wait to walk across a street near Times Square in New York
      Jersey Shore's Wildwood bans saggy pants on the boardwalk Victoria Cavaliere - Reuters - Wed, Jun 12, 2013

      By Victoria Cavaliere WILDWOOD, New Jersey (Reuters) - The bottom line on the boardwalk in Wildwood, New Jersey: Pull up your pants. The Jersey Shore city voted on Wednesday … More »Jersey Shore's Wildwood bans saggy pants on the boardwalk

      File of pedestrians wait to walk across a street near Times Square in New York

      By Victoria Cavaliere WILDWOOD, New Jersey (Reuters) - The bottom line on the boardwalk in Wildwood, New Jersey: Pull up your pants. The Jersey Shore city voted on Wednesday to ban saggy pants on its two-mile stretch of boardwalk. Offenders whose pants hang lower than three inches from the waist could be fined up to $200, …

    • A worker cleans the windows of a branch store of H&M, Hennes & Mauritz, HMb.ST, the world's second-biggest fashion retailer in Stockholm
      Sun shines on ASOS as Inditex and H&M feel the chill Sarah Morris and Anna Ringstrom - Reuters - Wed, Jun 12, 2013

      By Sarah Morris and Anna Ringstrom MADRID/STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Cold weather in recession-weary Europe left spring collections on the racks of the world's biggest clothing … More »Sun shines on ASOS as Inditex and H&M feel the chill

      A worker cleans the windows of a branch store of H&M, Hennes & Mauritz, HMb.ST, the world's second-biggest fashion retailer in Stockholm

      By Sarah Morris and Anna Ringstrom MADRID/STOCKHOLM (Reuters) - Cold weather in recession-weary Europe left spring collections on the racks of the world's biggest clothing retailers, Inditex and H&M, while small British rival ASOS beat the seasons with soaring demand for its cost-conscious online offering. Spain's Inditex …

    • First lady Michelle Obama, dressed in Jason Wu, waves to the crowd after dancing with President Barack Obama in Washington
      Hugo Boss signs up Michelle Obama dress designer Jason Wu Reuters - Mon, Jun 10, 2013

      FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Hugo Boss has signed up designer Jason Wu, a favorite of American First Lady Michelle Obama, as the German fashion house seeks to sell more women's … More »Hugo Boss signs up Michelle Obama dress designer Jason Wu

      First lady Michelle Obama, dressed in Jason Wu, waves to the crowd after dancing with President Barack Obama in Washington

      FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Hugo Boss has signed up designer Jason Wu, a favorite of American First Lady Michelle Obama, as the German fashion house seeks to sell more women's dresses and suits in the United States and China. Hugo Boss, mainly known for its suits for men, gets about 11 percent of its 2.4 billion euros ($3.2 billion) …

    • Mulberry designer Hill walks on the catwalk following the presentation of the Mulberry Spring/Summer 2013 collection at London Fashion Week
      Mulberry confirms Creative Director Hill to leave Reuters - Mon, Jun 10, 2013

      LONDON (Reuters) - British handbag maker Mulberry said Emma Hill, the creative director behind its hit Alexa and Del Rey bags, is to leave the firm. Responding to press … More »Mulberry confirms Creative Director Hill to leave

      Mulberry designer Hill walks on the catwalk following the presentation of the Mulberry Spring/Summer 2013 collection at London Fashion Week

      LONDON (Reuters) - British handbag maker Mulberry said Emma Hill, the creative director behind its hit Alexa and Del Rey bags, is to leave the firm. Responding to press reports of her departure, Mulberry confirmed on Monday that the highly-regarded Hill had asked to leave the fashion firm, and she was in discussions over …

    • Peng Liyuan takes a photograph as Xi Jinping talks with Enrique Pena Nieto during a visit at the archaeological site of Chichen Itza in the peninsula of Yucatan
      China's 'first lady' Peng avoids California limelight John Ruwitch - Reuters - Sat, Jun 8, 2013

      By John Ruwitch RANCHO MIRAGE, California (Reuters) - China's photogenic "first lady" Peng Liyuan played steel drums in Trinidad, strolled hand-in-hand with a coffee … More »China's 'first lady' Peng avoids California limelight

      Peng Liyuan takes a photograph as Xi Jinping talks with Enrique Pena Nieto during a visit at the archaeological site of Chichen Itza in the peninsula of Yucatan

      By John Ruwitch RANCHO MIRAGE, California (Reuters) - China's photogenic "first lady" Peng Liyuan played steel drums in Trinidad, strolled hand-in-hand with a coffee farmer's daughter in Costa Rica and snapped pictures with her iPhone in the shadow of Mayan ruins in Mexico. But the glamorous and popular wife of Chinese …

    • Supermodel Klum arrives at the 2013 Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Party in West Hollywood
      Heidi Klum puts fashion aside as TV's 'Talent' judge Eric Kelsey - Reuters - Fri, Jun 7, 2013

      By Eric Kelsey LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - German supermodel Heidi Klum, who has strutted from the runway to entrepreneur and reality TV host, will now try her hand as a … More »Heidi Klum puts fashion aside as TV's 'Talent' judge

      Supermodel Klum arrives at the 2013 Elton John AIDS Foundation Oscar Party in West Hollywood

      By Eric Kelsey LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - German supermodel Heidi Klum, who has strutted from the runway to entrepreneur and reality TV host, will now try her hand as a judge on NBC's television competition show "America's Got Talent." Klum, 40, nicknamed "The Body" for her statuesque figure, has carved a career beyond modeling, …

    • Dolce and Gabbana face verdict on alleged tax evasion Lisa Jucca - Reuters - 2 hrs 57 mins ago

      By Lisa Jucca MILAN (Reuters) - An Italian court is expected to rule on Wednesday on whether legendary fashion duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana should be sent to … More »Dolce and Gabbana face verdict on alleged tax evasion

      By Lisa Jucca MILAN (Reuters) - An Italian court is expected to rule on Wednesday on whether legendary fashion duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana should be sent to prison for allegedly hiding hundreds of millions of euros from the tax authorities. The case, one of the few prominent tax disputes to go to court in Italy, …

    • In this hand out photo taken Saturday June 1, 2013 supplied by Malawi Fashion Week (MFW) models pose in outfits featured during the country's first-ever Fashion Week in Blantyre, Malawi. Malawi ranks among Africa's poorest countries, though local designers are keen to show it doesn't take exepnsive fabrics or highly-paid models to host a Fashion Week. (AP Photo/MFW-HO)
      Feathers, bottle tops mark Malawi Fashion Week BY RAPHAEL TENTHANI - AP - Fri, Jun 14, 2013

      BLANTYRE, Malawi (AP) — Models on the runway in Malawi sported dresses with bottle-tops and wearing hats made of chicken feathers, as the southern African country hosted … More »Feathers, bottle tops mark Malawi Fashion Week

      In this hand out photo taken Saturday June 1, 2013 supplied by Malawi Fashion Week (MFW) models pose in outfits featured during the country's first-ever Fashion Week in Blantyre, Malawi. Malawi ranks among Africa's poorest countries, though local designers are keen to show it doesn't take exepnsive fabrics or highly-paid models to host a Fashion Week. (AP Photo/MFW-HO)

      BLANTYRE, Malawi (AP) — Models on the runway in Malawi sported dresses with bottle-tops and wearing hats made of chicken feathers, as the southern African country hosted its first-ever Fashion Week.

    • Vera Wang honored for her lifetime fashion passion
      Vera Wang honored for her lifetime fashion passion Samantha Critchell, AP Fashion Writer - AP - Tue, Jun 4, 2013

      Vera Wang, arguably the queen of red-carpet dressing, didn't go into the fashion business with stars in her eyes. She knew about its unglamorous side, the hard work and, … More »Vera Wang honored for her lifetime fashion passion

      Vera Wang honored for her lifetime fashion passion

      Vera Wang, arguably the queen of red-carpet dressing, didn't go into the fashion business with stars in her eyes. She knew about its unglamorous side, the hard work and, especially, the risks. And there ...

    • Designer Oscar de la Renta, right, speaks on stage next to  former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton during the 2013 CFDA Fashion Awards at Alice Tully Hall on Monday, June 3, 2013 in New York. (Photo by Brad Barket/Invision/AP)
      Fashion world applauds de la Renta _ and Clinton SAMANTHA CRITCHELL - AP - Tue, Jun 4, 2013

      NEW YORK (AP) — The big winners at the Council of Fashion Designers of America awards on Monday night were Proenza Schouler for womenswear, Thom Browne for menswear and … More »Fashion world applauds de la Renta _ and Clinton

      Designer Oscar de la Renta, right, speaks on stage next to  former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton during the 2013 CFDA Fashion Awards at Alice Tully Hall on Monday, June 3, 2013 in New York. (Photo by Brad Barket/Invision/AP)

      NEW YORK (AP) — The big winners at the Council of Fashion Designers of America awards on Monday night were Proenza Schouler for womenswear, Thom Browne for menswear and Phillip Lim for accessories, but the crowd seemed to have the most love for Hillary Rodham Clinton.

    • Prosecutor seeks jail time for Dolce, Gabbana AP - Wed, May 29, 2013

      MILAN (AP) — A Milan prosecutor is seeking a two year and six month sentence against the designing duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana for allegedly failing to declare … More »Prosecutor seeks jail time for Dolce, Gabbana

      MILAN (AP) — A Milan prosecutor is seeking a two year and six month sentence against the designing duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana for allegedly failing to declare 1 billion euros ($1.3 billion) in income to tax authorities.

    • Milan prosecutor seeks jail time for Dolce,Gabbana AP - Wed, May 29, 2013

      MILAN (AP) — A Milan prosecutor is seeking a 2 year and six month sentence against the designing duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana for failing to declare 1 billion … More »Milan prosecutor seeks jail time for Dolce,Gabbana

      MILAN (AP) — A Milan prosecutor is seeking a 2 year and six month sentence against the designing duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana for failing to declare 1 billion euros ($1.3 billion) in income to tax authorities.

    • Ralph Lauren report to address shareholder issue Michael Virtanen, Associated Press - AP - Tue, May 28, 2013

      A shareholder resolution asking Ralph Lauren Corp. to report on social and environmental issues has been withdrawn by New York Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli after the global … More »Ralph Lauren report to address shareholder issue

      A shareholder resolution asking Ralph Lauren Corp. to report on social and environmental issues has been withdrawn by New York Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli after the global retailer promised to issue such ...

    • SI Swimsuit Models Visit Forevermark Diamond Suite
      Calif. teen takes supermodel to prom AP - Fri, May 24, 2013

      SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — A Southern California teen turned heads at his prom when he showed up with a Sports Illustrated model as his date. More »Calif. teen takes supermodel to prom

      SI Swimsuit Models Visit Forevermark Diamond Suite

      SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — A Southern California teen turned heads at his prom when he showed up with a Sports Illustrated model as his date.

    • Supermodel Nina Agdal goes to prom with California teen The Daily Caller - Fri, May 24, 2013

      After Kate Upton turned down Jake Davidson’s invitation to his high school prom, his consolation prize was nothing short of a miracle. More »Supermodel Nina Agdal goes to prom with California teen

      After Kate Upton turned down Jake Davidson’s invitation to his high school prom, his consolation prize was nothing short of a miracle.

    • A security guard walks past an image of Elizabeth Taylor during an auction of the late actress' jewelry, clothing, art and memorabilia in New York
      Elizabeth Taylor's first wedding dress up for auction Reuters - Fri, May 24, 2013

      LONDON (Reuters) - The wedding dress worn by film star Elizabeth Taylor for her first marriage to hotel heir Conrad Hilton in 1950 will go up for sale next month, auction … More »Elizabeth Taylor's first wedding dress up for auction

      A security guard walks past an image of Elizabeth Taylor during an auction of the late actress' jewelry, clothing, art and memorabilia in New York

      LONDON (Reuters) - The wedding dress worn by film star Elizabeth Taylor for her first marriage to hotel heir Conrad Hilton in 1950 will go up for sale next month, auction house Christie's said on Friday. The simple, but elegant garment created by Hollywood costume designer Helen Rose for the then 18-year-old Taylor is an …

    • FILE - In this Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, file photo, the Ralph Lauren Fall 2013 collection is modeled during Fashion Week in New York. Ralph Lauren Corp. reports quarterly financial results before the market opens on Thursday, May 23, 2013. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)
      Ralph Lauren's 4Q profit rises 35 pct AP - Thu, May 23, 2013

      NEW YORK (AP) — Ralph Lauren Corp. reported a 35 percent increase in fourth-quarter profit as the luxury retailer benefited from lower cotton prices and cost control … More »Ralph Lauren's 4Q profit rises 35 pct

      FILE - In this Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, file photo, the Ralph Lauren Fall 2013 collection is modeled during Fashion Week in New York. Ralph Lauren Corp. reports quarterly financial results before the market opens on Thursday, May 23, 2013. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)

      NEW YORK (AP) — Ralph Lauren Corp. reported a 35 percent increase in fourth-quarter profit as the luxury retailer benefited from lower cotton prices and cost controls.

    • News Summary: Ralph Lauren's 4Q profit up 35 pct AP - Thu, May 23, 2013

      THE RESULTS: Ralph Lauren Corp. reported net income of $127.2 million, or $1.37 per share, for the three months that ended March 30. Revenue rose a slim 1.2 percent to … More »News Summary: Ralph Lauren's 4Q profit up 35 pct

      THE RESULTS: Ralph Lauren Corp. reported net income of $127.2 million, or $1.37 per share, for the three months that ended March 30. Revenue rose a slim 1.2 percent to $1.64 billion. Analysts had expected ...

    • Fashion designer Donna Karan smiles as she talks to guests and visitors at the Little Haiti Cultural Center in Miami, Friday, May 17, 2013. Karan is among the designers and celebrities who have advocated for Haitian artisans since a catastrophic earthquake shook the Caribbean country in 2010. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)
      In Miami, Donna Karan showcases Haitian artisans JENNIFER KAY - AP - Fri, May 17, 2013

      MIAMI (AP) — The handbag Donna Karan was showing off Friday lacked her signature logo, or any designer's logo. It was made of paper mache and, the fashion designer said, … More »In Miami, Donna Karan showcases Haitian artisans

      Fashion designer Donna Karan smiles as she talks to guests and visitors at the Little Haiti Cultural Center in Miami, Friday, May 17, 2013. Karan is among the designers and celebrities who have advocated for Haitian artisans since a catastrophic earthquake shook the Caribbean country in 2010. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)

      MIAMI (AP) — The handbag Donna Karan was showing off Friday lacked her signature logo, or any designer's logo. It was made of paper mache and, the fashion designer said, represented Haiti's handmade carnival masks — in wearable form.

    • Josh Beech and Shenae Grimes wedding photo -- TwitPic
      Shenae Grimes Marries Josh Beech In A Black Vera Wang Gown Access Hollywood - Sat, May 11, 2013

      Here comes the bride, all dressed in... black!?

      "90210" star Shenae Grimes - clad in a black wedding gown -- tied the knot with fiance Josh Beech, she revealed … More »Shenae Grimes Marries Josh Beech In A Black Vera Wang Gown

      Josh Beech and Shenae Grimes wedding photo -- TwitPic

      Here comes the bride, all dressed in... black!?

      "90210" star Shenae Grimes - clad in a black wedding gown -- tied the knot with fiance Josh Beech, she revealed on Twitter on Friday.

    • Designer Donna Karan attends the DKNY Women's Spring 2013 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at 547 W 26th Street on September 9, 2012 in New York City.  -- Getty Images
      Healthy Hollywood: Wellness Wednesday - Donna Karan Hearts Haiti! Access Hollywood - Wed, May 1, 2013

      Style icon Donna Karan is synonymous with American fashion. The mega successful designer has dressed the world's most beautiful women, like Gwyneth Paltrow, Demi Moore … More »Healthy Hollywood: Wellness Wednesday - Donna Karan Hearts Haiti!

      Designer Donna Karan attends the DKNY Women's Spring 2013 fashion show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at 547 W 26th Street on September 9, 2012 in New York City.  -- Getty Images

      Style icon Donna Karan is synonymous with American fashion. The mega successful designer has dressed the world's most beautiful women, like Gwyneth Paltrow, Demi Moore and Ashley Greene. Yet, off the runway, Donna's heart belongs to Haiti.