Affordable fashion hits Austell just in time for holiday shopping AJWright plans to open its doors in East West Commons this week. AJWright is a leading off-price retailer that offers great deals on quality brand-name family apparel and footwear, accessories, home essentials, giftware, toys and more, all at up to 70 percent off discount and chain store prices. Beginning Thursday, November 12, 2009, at 8:00 a.m., AJWright will open its doors to offer the community a new destination for holiday shopping. With one of the biggest retail shopping days right around the corner, AJWright is the go-to retailer for Black Friday deals in the Atlanta market. Austell marks the seventh location in greater Atlanta. The grand opening will feature an added bonus for early shoppers. The celebration will continue with an open casting call for aspiring AJWright models on Nov. 14, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. “AJWright has a fantastic mix of licensed holiday gifts and outerwear for this time of year,” said Kathy Clair, AJWright assistant vice president of marketing. “At any given moment our customers can come in and find name brands at great prices. The merchandise mix changes weekly.” Regular store hours are Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. AJWright will remain open until 10:00 p.m. Thursday to accommodate grand opening shoppers. In addition to creating more than 50 new jobs in Austell, AJWright has partnered with A.W. “Tony” Matthews Boys & Girls Club to support much-needed neighborhood programs. Grand opening festivities kick off Thursday at 7:45 a.m. with a special donation and presentation to the Boys & Girls Club. A representative from the Boys & Girls Club, as well as local dignitaries, will be present as AJWright makes a donation to the organization. AJWright supports the Boys & Girls Clubs of America on a corporate level with several programs throughout the year. “With the upcoming holidays, we appreciate the support of AJWright,” said Theodore Bullard, program director of A.W. “Tony” Matthews Boys & Girls Club. “These funds will be used to support links of london bracelet and our programs even through the new year.” The celebration will continue after grand opening day with a contest to find the next face of AJWright. Customers are invited to model their favorite styles outside the store in an open casting call from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Nov. 14, 2009.
USA : AJWright continues retail expansion in Atlanta – Apparel News USA
November 22nd, 2009 by ssbuyo1977 · 1 Comment · fashion, USA
USA : Macy’s delivers excellent performance in Q3 – Apparel News USA
November 20th, 2009 by ssbuyo1977 · 2 Comments · fashion
Macy’s, Inc. reported improved third quarter results that exceeded the company’s expectations for same-store sales, gross margin, earnings and cash flow. “Given the difficult economic climate, we had an excellent quarter. Our business improved progressively each month during the period and we are entering the holiday selling season confident in our locally-focused organizational structure and the high caliber of our talent,” said Terry J. Lundgren, Macy’s, Inc. chairman, president and chief executive officer. Macy’s, Inc. lost 8 cents per diluted share for the third quarter of 2009, ended Oct. 31, 2009. This compares with a loss of 10 cents per share in the same period last year. Excluding restructuring costs, the company lost 3 cents per diluted share in the third quarter of 2009 compared with a loss of 8 cents per share in the same period in 2008. In the third quarter of 2009, restructuring charges were $33 million ($23 million after tax; 5 cents per share) related to division consolidations and localization initiatives announced in February 2009 that were designed to reduce costs and make the company more locally responsive to customers. In the third quarter of 2008, restructuring charges related to division consolidations and localization initiatives announced in 2008 were $16 million ($10 million after tax; 2 cents per diluted share). “We continue to see encouraging results from our My Macy’s approach to local markets. Of our Top 10 districts in same-store sales in the third quarter, seven were among the original My Macy’s pilot districts,” Lundgren said. “Other bright spots in the third quarter included a strong sales performance at Bloomingdale’s and outstanding growth in our Internet businesses, which are being fueled by the ongoing multi-channel integration at both Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s.” For the first three quarters of 2009, Macy’s, Inc. reported a loss of 27 cents per diluted share, compared with a loss of 7 cents per diluted share in the same period in 2008. Excluding restructuring-related costs of $205 million ($120 million after tax; 28 cents per diluted share), earnings were 1 cent per diluted share in 2009 to date. In the first three quarters of 2008, diluted earnings per share were 20 cents, excluding restructuring-related costs of $129 million ($81 million after tax; 19 cents per diluted share) and asset impairment charges of $50 million ($31 million after tax; 8 cents per diluted share). Click here for more details.
India : Kids wear apparels chain Zudaas opens 1st store in Bhiwani – Apparel News India
November 20th, 2009 by ssbuyo1977 · 1 Comment · fashion
Zudaas France, the international clothing house and leader in kids wear opened its much awaited showroom in the Bhiwani, which at once amalgates the global trend in fashion and international quality with surprising affordability.The launch once again reinforced Zudaas’ leadership in global fashion trends and aptly compliments its theme Always distinctive, Always ahead and Never boring! takes forward Zudaas’ core philosophy – Global trends, affordable price! The said store has been opened at M.G.Fashion, Opposite Ram Kunj, Hansi Gate, Bhiwani, Haryana. “Zudaas as a brand believes in offering distinctive, cool & funky but affordable clothesline for the people who love fashion. After a great response from kids wear category, two months back we entered into men’s and women’s category also. As the time is being changing day by day so the people have not much time to go for shopping at different places. Through our family stores we are trying to give a complete dress-up solution for all age group from one single store, so the people save their time and money both, added Mr. Hitesh Mehta, Managing Director, Zudaas France. Zudaas France is one of the fastest growing kids wear apparels chain of India, known for introducing international styles clothes with Indian comfort and price range. The Company is stated in the year 2008 under the guidance of Mr Hitesh Mehta. Zudaas has a registered its strong presence across India with their more than 100 exclusive outlets.
The connection to the fashion
November 18th, 2009 by ssbuyo1977 · No Comments · dairy
Over the world I can say some connections to the fashion ,for the people that working in the fashion and unfashion area. Connecting the first and second floor, in order to bring convenience to consumers shopping patterns, helping to this set of consumers to find the best position to demonstrate their individuality attire, so that their life is full of vigor. Camelactive China Brand said the head of Mr. Chen, camelactive uphold the “natural ecology experience,” the store design concept not only to reflect the store’s unique. But more consumers want such a comfort, freedom and vitality of nature-like shopping environment where you can put pine mood, feel free leisure life, taking them to realize the camelactive unique brand of rugged outdoor style.
A major focus of attention
November 17th, 2009 by ssbuyo1977 · No Comments · dairy
A camra can make the most beautiful moment stop in the small second, and we can see it all the time. As well as the pursuit of freedom unruly, challenging to explore the spirit of the brand. In addition, it will also bring Chinese consumers the most complete camelactive goods. Camelactive Shanghai Huaihai Store reinstall the opening of the natural and ultimately, to help out new products and promotions. It is reported that Shanghai Huaihai store opened at the same time. Camelactive also introduced the main section in autumn and winter jacket, which is like jackets and clothing camelactive consumers is undoubtedly a major focus of attention.
A lookful world
November 16th, 2009 by ssbuyo1977 · No Comments · dairy
This is a lookful word for all of us. In some periad ,we can even see the big stars in the street ,and to take photos with them. Cikuan fabric jacket with South Korea, with spill-resistant, weather-resistant, but do not affect the permeability, and to keep the classic style but also reflects the modern Hugh morphological characteristics of leisure alone remarkable man’s rough charm. In addition, in September 15 to October 15 period, from the Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, take the China Eastern Airlines domestic flights passengers, present their boarding pass ads camelactive to Shanghai Huaihai store to receive a limited edition fine gifts. While spending also have access to extract the value of camelactive a full set of clothing opportunities. These activities will be held to camelactive Shanghai Huaihai store opened in the atmosphere even more hot reload.
See it all the conner of the country
November 14th, 2009 by ssbuyo1977 · No Comments · dairy
There will be at least one sample that can stand for the country, if the brand can stand for a country, then it succed greatly. The camelactive has developed into a global Monopoly sold more than 50 countries internationally renowned urban leisure brands. In China, now in Beijing, Hangzhou, Chengdu, Xi’an, Kunming and other cities set up in areas with more than 200 Direct image of the shop, franchise, and counters all over China, Old and brand and products have won wide recognition in China urban men. At present, camelactive brand is also expanding casual clothing, and derived from other new products products, with clothing, footwear, bags, accessories, eyewear, watches and underwear several series.
It is my pleasure to wear it
November 12th, 2009 by ssbuyo1977 · No Comments · dairy
I am very glad to wear the clothing that my parents buy for me, even it is a little vellege, and not fashion at all, but I like it so much. Each product can match each other, is designed to favorite urban challenges and successful people outdoors to explore the city and set up a real lifestyle brand. It is reported that Tony Wear Fashion , Ltd. is authorized in the region camelactive licensed operators, but also serve as camelactive China shoes agent. Camelactive Shanghai brand concept stores will be opening more Chinese urban quality of life of men brought about the new direction of fashion.
USA : Nike delivers excellent operating results – Fashion News USA
October 15th, 2009 by ssbuyo1977 · No Comments · fashion, jewelry, USA
NIKE Inc announced financial results for its fiscal 2009 third quarter ended February 28, 2009. Revenue decreased 2 percent to $4.4 billion, compared to $4.5 billion for the same period last year. Excluding changes in currency exchange rates, revenue would have increased 2 percent. Third quarter net income was $243.8 million or $0.50 per diluted share, compared to $463.8 million or $0.92 per diluted share in the same period last year. Excluding a $240.7 million, after-tax non-cash charge related to the impairment of goodwill, intangible and other assets of the Company’s Umbro subsidiary, third quarter net income would have increased 4 percent to $484.5 million and diluted earnings per share would have increased 8 percent to $0.99. “Today’s results say a lot about the strength and diversity of Nike, Inc. In a challenging environment, we delivered excellent operating results by executing with both focus and flexibility,” said Mark Parker, President and CEO of Nike, Inc. “I feel very good about our performance and our potential. Going forward we’ll continue to stay close to the consumer, drive innovation into the marketplace, and operate with financial discipline by making the right decisions to restructure our organization for the future. The Nike, Inc. portfolio of brands is a diverse and competitive asset. We’ll continue to leverage all aspects of it to deliver consistent, long-term shareholder value.”Futures OrdersThe Company reported worldwide futures orders for Nike brand athletic footwear and apparel, scheduled for delivery from March 2009 through July 2009, totaling $6.5 billion, 10 percent lower than such orders reported for the same period last year. Excluding the effect of changes in currency exchange rates, reported orders would have declined 2 percent.By region, futures orders for the U.S. were down 1 percent; EMEA (which includes Europe, the Middle East and Africa) decreased 25 percent; Asia Pacific declined 1 percent and the Americas were down 4 percent. Excluding changes in currency exchange rates futures orders in EMEA would have declined 9 percent, increased 2 percent in Asia Pacific; and increased 22 percent in the Americas region. Non-Cash Impairment ChargeIn the third quarter the Company recorded a $401.3 million pre-tax non-cash impairment charge to reduce the carrying value of Umbro’s goodwill, intangible and other assets. On an after-tax basis, the charge totaled $240.7 million, which decreased diluted earnings per share by $0.49. The impairment charge is a result of both the deteriorating global consumer markets, particularly in the United Kingdom, Umbro’s primary market, and reflects management’s decision to adjust planned investment in the Brand. In addition, the deterioration of the financial markets has reduced both the present value of future sweetie bracelets cash flows and the market value of comparable businesses. While management continues to view Umbro as a compelling, complementary brand within the NIKE, Inc. portfolio, it was concluded the fair value of its Umbro investment has declined as forecasted profits and cash flows have fallen below amounts originally projected at the date of acquisition.
USA : AAFA President and CEO applauds USTR confirmation – Apparel News USA
July 27th, 2009 by ssbuyo1977 · No Comments · fashion, jewelry, USA
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) applauded the Senate’s confirmation of Mayor Ron Kirk to be the next United States Trade Representative (USTR). “I am pleased that the Senate voted to confirm Ron Kirk to be the U.S. Trade Representative,” said AAFA President and CEO Kevin M. Burke. “Probably one of the most impacting positions in our government, the USTR is responsible for negotiating and enforcing a trade policy that creates economic opportunities for U.S. businesses and manufacturers. I believe Ambassador Kirk is well suited to serve as a pro-growth, pro-trade voice in President Obama’s administration.”“As USTR, Ambassador Kirk has many challenges ahead of him,” Burke said. “Our first challenge is to combat any domestic and international shifts toward isolationism that may close off markets. If we want to see our friendship bracelet economy rebound, we must have open markets and greater access for our products around the world. I look forward to working with Ambassador Kirk to turn these challenges into successes for the apparel and footwear industries.”
