Ann Taylor, J.C. Penney Get Style Makeovers for Fall

Looks from Charlote Ronson's 'I Heart Ronson' line for J.C. Penney Retail chain J.C. Penney is determined to revamp their image away from the matronly, strip mall aesthetic into a cooler, more modern realm. First they announced their plans to open up a Manhattan flagship in Herald Square, home to the sprawling locations of affordable, …

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News Flash! Ann Taylor Kicks Lazarus to the Curb

Christine Beauchamp Where’s the love? Here’s a riddle…what happens when you are in charge of a women’s specialty chain that is dated (and in need of a serious overhaul), but miraculously post higher second-quarter earnings than expected? You get your pick slip. Or so is the case with Adrienne Lazarus. According to WWD, Christine Beauchamp …

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Top Spring Sales. What's Hot For Spring

According to today’s WWD, even though retailers may be worried about the economy and Wall Street’s woes…the arrival of spring fashions is offering some hope. Accordingly, so far this season, shoppers are going for printed dresses, classic styles and bright trenches. Here are some spring front runner favorites: Store: Elie TahariBestseller: Veronica wrap dress $348Why: "Big, …

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