http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewNews MPDClick News en-us Mon, 27 Oct 2008 09:06:02 GMT Mon, 27 Oct 2008 09:06:02 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com web@mudpie.co.uk web@mudpie.co.uk http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49258&listId=5000 Columbia Sportswear has increased its earnings guidance for fiscal 2008 despite a fall in third quarter profit and net sales. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49258&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49253&listId=5000 Apparel group Hanesbrands Champion label is launching a range of replica themed clothing to tie in with the release of the third High School Musical film. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49253&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49194&listId=5000 Lifestyle brand and multi-channel retailer Joules Clothing has hired Tara Ryan, the former head of design at Boden, as its new men's wear designer. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49194&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49216&listId=5000 Italian fashion house Mariella Burani has been approached by investors from the Middle East, the company said. It has reported the approach after being requested to do by the Italian regulatory Authority on the back of press speculation. Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49216&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49268&listId=5000 French retail brands group PPR had sportswear label Puma and luxury goods company Gucci to thank for a 1.7% increase in third quarter sales to EUR4.9bn (US$6.2bn). Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49268&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49187&listId=5000 Consumers will be careful and selective in their Christmas shopping this year, making it harder for retailers to win their business, according to new research. Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49187&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49181&listId=5000 Retail group Sports Direct is expecting full-year underlying earnings to be in line with market expectations, despite battling the toughest trading conditions in the company's history. Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49181&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49239&listId=5000 Bearing the credit crunch in mind, Debenhams preliminary results for the 52 weeks ended on 30th August 2008 are not too bad as the gross transaction value for the year increased by 1.3% to £2,336.0 million. Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49239&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49254&listId=5000 Dynamic growth from its diversified line of Ugg branded products helped footwear company Deckers Outdoor Corporation to post 34% third quarter earnings growth. Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49254&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49144&listId=5000 Nicaragua's textiles and apparel industry has lost 17,000 jobs this year as the US cuts imports on the back of a deepening recession, an industry official has told just-style. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49144&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49088&listId=5000 The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) plans to suspend trading of stock in regional department store chain Gottschalks after it failed to meet one of its requirements. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49088&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49157&listId=5000 The International Anti-Counterfeiting Coalition (IACC) has filed a court submission backing retailer Tiffany's appeal in its action against eBay over the sale of fake goods. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49157&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49141&listId=5000 Russell Athletic has launched a new "performance" basketball uniform, adding to its product portfolio as the NBA's official institutional uniform provider. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49141&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49110&listId=5000 Footwear company Skechers has posted third quarter net earnings of US$28.3m compared to $24.7m in the third quarter of 2007, reflecting a tax benefit agreement lowering its annual tax rate from 34% to 27%. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49110&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49128&listId=5000 Total sales volume in the UK for the three months to September was 2.3% higher than the same period a year ago, the lowest growth since April 2006. Sales volume for non-food stores increased by 3.0%, the ONS said. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49128&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49161&listId=5000 Apparel producer Superior Uniform Group has announced that its net earnings for the third quarter are down to $976,145, compared with net earnings of $1.22m in the prior year period. Net sales for the period were $30.6m, compared with 2007 third quarter net sales of $30.39m. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49161&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49142&listId=5000 Apparel retailer New York & Company has announced the departure of CFO Ron Ristau, to be replaced by current chief accounting officer Sheamus Toal. Ristau, who has left the company "to pursue other opportunities", was also president of New York & Company, but the retailer said it was not planning to replace this position. Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49142&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49068&listId=5000 China is raising tax rebates on textile and garment exports for the second time in three months to help producers counter rising costs and a slowdown in demand. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49068&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49049&listId=5000 Liz Claiborne has continued its strategic reorganisation with the sale of fashion label Enyce to entrepreneur and rap artist Sean "Diddy" Combs. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49049&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49026&listId=5000 Recent acquisitions and soaring sales in Europe have helped Tommy Hilfiger Group to a 30.5% jump in first half revenues. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49026&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49012&listId=5000 Retail store operator Arcadia Group has reported a 6.1% drop in full-year operating profit, after sales at the majority of its high street brands were hit by "unseasonable conditions." Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49012&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49024&listId=5000 PPR Group subsidiary La Redoute has announced reorganisation plans including the closure of 81 point of contact sites in France over the next four years. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49024&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49021&listId=5000 Louis Vuitton Malletier, part of luxury goods group LVMH, said it has been awarded US$3m in statutory damages and over $0.5m in attorney's fees and expenses following a counterfeit case against five companies at a New York court. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49021&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49025&listId=5000 Nearly 72% of British consumers think ethical production of the clothes they buy is important up sharply from 59% last year. The findings were published this week according to the latest Ethical Clothing Report from TNS Worldpanel Fashion, conducted in June this year. Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=49025&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48966&listId=5000 Fashion retail group Liz Claiborne has announced that Michael Scarpa, its chief operating officer, will leave the company on 30 November after working there for 25 years. The company, whose portfolio also includes Kate Spade, Juicy Couture, Lucky Brand and Mexx, added that Scarpa's position will not be replaced, with his responsibilities to be divided among the senior management team. Read More Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48966&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48970&listId=5000 US fashion retailer Mervyns is to hold "going out of business sales" at all of its remaining 149 locations as it begins to wind down its business, the company has announced. The company said it intends to effect this process through Section 363 under Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code. Read More Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48970&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48969&listId=5000 UK sporting goods retailer Sports Direct has snapped up a GBP3.4m (US$5.9m) stake in rival operator JJB Sports today (20 October), representing a 5% share in the business. It has bought 11.9m JJB shares for 28.5 pence, according to a filing on the London Stock Exchange. Chris Ronnie, chief executive of JJB Sports, said: "Sports Direct approached us with an offer to participate in a placing of new shares. After due consideration the board and I deemed the offer to be attractive for both parties. Read More Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48969&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48945&listId=5000 Abercrombie & Fitch hopes to expand in Spain and has set up a representative office to seek out potential locations for a first store in the near to medium term, a Madrid retail analyst familiar with the plans confirmed to just-style.The US casual luxury retailer is interested in Spain despite a major economic recession, which is prompting consumers to tighten their purse strings, the analyst said, requesting anonymity. Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48945&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48948&listId=5000 The Indian textile and apparel industry urgently needs to develop new capabilities in design and product development if it is to capture billions of dollars worth of value that is being lost to other countries, a new report says. Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48948&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48944&listId=5000 Morgan, the women's fashion label and retailer is up for sale, according to French media reports quoting the company's CEO Dominique Damon. Morgan, which has been owned since 1998 by investment fund Apax Partners, specialises in clothing for the 18-30 age bracket. When contacted by just-style both Morgan and Apax Partners declined to comment on the press reports. Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48944&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48935&listId=5000 The amount of organic cotton grown by farmers around the world increased by 152% in 2007/08, a new report says, driven mainly by the growing demand for organic cotton from retailers around the world. Fri, 17 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48935&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48866&listId=5000 Debt-laden retailer JJB Sports claimed today (16 October) that its banks remained "supportive" and revealed that former Next boss David Jones was joining the board. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48866&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48860&listId=5000 China's global trade surplus hit a high of US$29.3bn in September according to the latest figures from the General Administration of Customs, but garment exports for the year to date are slowing on lower demand from the EU and US. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48860&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48836&listId=5000 After opening five M Missoni mono brand boutiques in the US and one in Macao, the Valentino Fashion Group that owns the worldwide licensee of the brand, is launching M Missoni's first shop in Hong Kong. Located in the largest shopping and entertainment centre in Hong Kong with the total area of 2 million square feet. Located at the 2nd floor of the shopping mall, this store aims to be the first of a series of new door openings in Hong Kong and will be followed by another launch in 2009. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48836&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48862&listId=5000 Baby and infant products retailer Mothercare saw group sales edge up 0.3% in a "resilient" second quarter performance. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48862&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48794&listId=5000 The TCDC-Mudpie seminar on trends will help you understand the trend process and how to use the trend books in your business. It will also help you understand how the Fashion Industry in Thailand can compete against the huge growth of economies such as India and China. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48794&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48792&listId=5000 Burberry, the English luxury company founded in 1856, reported its total revenue increased by 13% on an underlying basis for the first six months of 2008. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48792&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48809&listId=5000 On 6 November 2008 Fox Williams will be holding a fashion law seminar. The fashion industry is facing difficult economic times. Consumer demand is stalling and costs are rising. Many well known high street brands have become victims of the credit crunch, while others are taking drastic measures to avoid a similar fate. With this backdrop, what should you be doing to protect and grow your business? Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48809&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48797&listId=5000 IBM has signed a multi-million dollar agreement with the Fashion Research Institute (FRI) in New York to implement a new virtual world enterprise solution that could help designers cut sample creation costs and time to market. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48797&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48802&listId=5000 Finnish clothing and textile design company Marimekko Corporation has reached an out-of-court settlement with Dolce & Gabbana over an alleged trademark breach. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48802&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48805&listId=5000 Sales at fashion retailer H&M recorded a double-digit surge during September, but dipped slightly on a like-for-like basis, the company said today (15 October). Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48805&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48806&listId=5000 Rising sales and margins helped apparel retailer Burlington Coat Factory to reduce its first quarter loss to US$32.5m, compared to a $50.4m loss for the same period last year. Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48806&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48734&listId=5000 Valentino has let go its new designer, Alessandra Facchinetti, after just two seasons. Rumours she discovered to have lost her job by reading it in the papers have many wondering the future credibility of the fashion house, and others. Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48734&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48733&listId=5000 Footwear retailer Payless ShoeSource is to launch a low-priced eco-friendly shoe and handbag line and has signed an eco consultant to help drive 'green' innovation across the range. Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48733&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48676&listId=5000 The chairman of UK department store chain House of Fraser has stressed its resilience to difficulties facing part-owner Baugur Group after the Icelandic banking collapse. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48676&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48731&listId=5000 Troubled UK sporting goods retailer JJB Sports is in talks to settle rental payments for stores where it has ceased trading, after reports last week that bailiffs had been sent to several of its locations. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48731&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48674&listId=5000 Department store retailer Macys Inc has lowered its full year earnings guidance after third quarter sales look set to be lower than expected. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48674&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48732&listId=5000 The need for spring/summer 2010 trend inspiration is here and leading trendbook publisher, Mudpie, delivers the answer by releasing the latest edition of their ever popular five trendbooks for the SS10 season in plenty of time. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48732&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48667&listId=5000 Leather manufacturer ISA Tan Tec is to disclose information on the environmental footprint of all its products so that customers such as shoe firms Timberland, Hush Puppies and New Balance can calculate the emissions of their own products. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48667&listId=5000 http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48644&listId=5000 Topshop-owner Sir Philip Green is in talks with Icelandic government officials about investing up to £2bn in Baugur, the retailing group which includes House of Fraser, Karen Millen and Hamleys. Baugur has seen part of its assets frozen in the fallout from the Icelandic banking crisis and Sir Philip, who has steered clear of equity markets and kept his assets safe, could emerge from the UK's economic slowdown with some of the Icelandic group's stores. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mpdclick.com/mudpie/action/viewListItem?id=48644&listId=5000