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Warnaco Group Buys Calvin Klein Children. In Mid-May, Warnaco Group Inc., an apparel maker, purchased the rights to Calvin Klein children s jeans and clothing for $41 million dollars (Commerce Clothing previously held the license ... New York-located Warnaco already makes most Calvin Klein merchandise, as well as Chaps by Ralph Lauren, Bodyslimmers and other brands. (Suite101.com)
UO thinks Pink in new line of gear Jun 24, 2008
How about textbooks by Calvin Klein. -- Vivian McInerny. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Lord Paul adds P3 to London art map Jun 24, 2008
Since opening in June 2007, P3 has hosted the launch of Architecture Week, fashion shows by Calvin Klein, Marks and Spencer and Top Man, an installation by furniture designers. Established and Sons whose Chairman is Angad Paul, and a major installation commissioned by art group Artangel, Stifter's Dinge. (Sify.com, India)
The 20 most powerful celebrity makers Jun 23, 2008
Beetz first impressed at Coty by acquiring part of Unilever Cosmetics (and perfumes for Calvin Klein, Chlo; and Cerruti in the process), and rejuvenating Rimmel London from tatty high-street brand to a Kate Moss-fronted success worldwide. But it's Beetz's work in 'celebutainment' brands that's exceptional. (Guardian Unlimited -- Media)
Democrats fear women may go McCain's way Jun 22, 2008
The 44-year-old spent the week addressing fashion and family to soften her image: wowing a rag trade fund-raiser organised in part by Vogue's Anna Wintour (the inspiration for The Devil Wears Prada) and Calvin Klein, and drawing three standing ovations for a speech at a women's advocacy conference. Fans like Priscilla Cretecca lined up for the TV show from 6am, despite not having tickets. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Cole Haan's future Jun 21, 2008
Paul Overfield, vice president and design director, joined the company in 2007 after working with fashion brands including Calvin Klein, Gucci and Oscar De La Renta. Based in New York, Overfield visited the Cole Haan store at Bridgeport Village this week for its reopening. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Elle Macpherson's sex life revealed in new steamy memoir Jun 17, 2008
According to the New York Post, former Calvin Klein male model Bruce Hulse is writing the kiss and tell book about his sexual exploits with some of the world's most beautiful women. Silver fox Hulse, now 55, is married with two children, but that has not stopped him from penning the book Sex, Love and Fashion about his former bed-hopping days. (Sydney Morning Herald)
A New York institution choked by the velvet rope Jun 16, 2008
So Calvin Klein and Diane von Furstenberg and the city's chief of police rubbed shoulders (literally; the red-vinyl-and-chrome chairs are crammed together) with Roy Lichtenstein and David Byrne and Jackie Hoffman and drag queen Flotilla DeBarge. Which is partly why the loss of Florent is being mourned by a rainbow coalition, from investment bankers to the gay community. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Get a handle on purses with personality Jun 16, 2008
The Council of Fashion Designers of America recognized Francisco Costa at Calvin Klein as top womenswear designer during festivities at the Celeste Bartos Forum of the New York Public Library in Manhattan. The site abuts Bryant Park, where fashion week is staged each February and September. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Stylish Stampede Jun 13, 2008
Friday, June 13, 2008 Last Update: 07:45 AM EDT. FRIDAY THE 13TH LUCKY FOR SOME. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Tribute planned for Ledger at premiere Jun 11, 2008
Actor Heath Ledger attends the Calvin Klein After Party during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2008 on September 11, 2007 in New York City. (Andrew H. Walker, Getty Images). (WOKR13 Rochester)
Ford, Costa, Burch win CFDA awards Jun 9, 2008
The big award of the evening, for womenswear designer of the year, presented by the eclectically dressed trio of Mendes (in a slinky white Calvin Klein gown), Beckham (in a frothy black and white Marc Jacobs micromini) and Gyllenhaal (in a slouchy green and black top over pants, by Proenza Schouler), went to Costa for his minimalist spring and fall collections for Calvin Klein. Ford, who bowed out of women's wear after huge success at Gucci and then a tumultuous turn at YSL Rive Gauche, went off... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Zang Toi to show at Scottsdale Fashion Week Jun 9, 2008
New York-based Toi isn't a household name like Calvin Klein or Diane von Furstenberg, but he is well-known in the fashion industry for his craftsmanship and flattering silhouettes. His upcoming fall collection for women has a czarina-chic theme and is almost entirely black, red and white. (AZCentral -- Style)
* As New York of old disappears, landmark diner calls it quits Jun 8, 2008
The restaurant has counted among its clients designer Calvin Klein, singers Lou Reed and Amy Winehouse, but mostly catered to a crowd of students and artists who consumed fries, sausages, mussels, onion soup and beer. Now, it seems everything has changed in the neighborhood, which has morphed into the hot area for movie stars, models, investment bankers, pricey fashion houses and glitzy nightclubs. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Gurgaon Central; Mall without doors Jun 8, 2008
There are brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, FCUK, Springfield, Esprit, UCB, Calvin Klein, Nautica apart from the Indian brands such as Aakriti, Pantaloon, Wills Lifestyle, Lilliput, Gini & Jony etc. The food zone has Food Bazaar and eateries such as State of Punjab, Republic of China, Chaat Bazaar, Hotwich, Pizza for Friends and Not Just Dosas. (India Times)
Accessory Network Group Signs Jen Groover Butler Bag License for Handbags and Accessories Jun 7, 2008
ANG's Prestige Division holds licenses to design, manufacture and distribute Handbags & Accessories for leading designer brands such as Vera Wang Lavender Label, Karl Lagerfeld, Tahari, Calvin Klein, and Cynthia Rowley. In addition, ANG wholly owns the Ghurka brand, known best for its fine leather goods for travel, home and the sporting life. (Primezone Releases)
The revolutionary Jun 6, 2008
"When Yves was alive, all the huge names in fashion Bill Blass, Oscar de la Renta, Calvin Klein, Claude Montana could not help but be affected," recalled Marian McEvoy, who befriended the designer in the mid-'70s, when she worked in Paris as an editor of Women's Wear Daily. "His was a very profound influence," she said, noting that there was no shame or hesitation in knocking off his most compelling ideas. (International Herald Tribune)
Fashion Designers Honor Their Own Jun 4, 2008
And Eva Mendes wore a clean white column by Francisco Costa, the women's designer at Calvin Klein ... "That's a tough one," said Calvin Klein. (New York Times)
Emotions high as Posh steps into muse role for US designer Marc Jun 4, 2008
Presenting the designer of the year award to Calvin Klein designer Francisco Costa wasn't the only reason behind Victoria's high spirits. The former singer - who announced at the end of the Spice Girls tour she was quitting the music business to concentrate on fashion - arrived on the arm of Marc Jacobs. (hellomagazine.com)
CFDA Awards Top Designers Jun 4, 2008 The clothing boss who keeps getting caught with his pants down Jun 4, 2008 Buyers skittish on deal for fashion house Roberto Cavalli Jun 4, 2008 Daniel Radcliffe, Brad Pitt, Amy Winehouse Jun 4, 2008 CFDA Names Francisco Costa 2008 Womenswear Designer of the Year Jun 4, 2008 * Famed French couturier Yves Saint Laurent dies Jun 3, 2008 Tributes for Yves Saint Laurent Jun 3, 2008 Big names turn out for fashion's Oscars Jun 3, 2008 Ladies wear red to the Academy Awards Jun 2, 2008 John Varvatos expands fashion empire to S.F. Jun 2, 2008 Designer Yves Saint Laurent Dies At 71 Jun 2, 2008 Lindsay Lohan talks about her troubled life Jun 1, 2008 Dress for less and less May 29, 2008 Fashion and the city May 29, 2008 Fashion adjusts to climate change May 27, 2008 True Blue Gents Of Finance May 23, 2008 Hamilton coolly launches casual surf fashion line May 22, 2008 Ties make a comeback: thin is in for Fathers Day May 21, 2008 Charge your cards! May 20, 2008 Father’s Day ties: Thin is in May 18, 2008 Catwalk scouts search for next designer talent May 18, 2008 Spiritually Speaking: On the importance of good taste May 16, 2008 Portrait of Dorian May 15, 2008 KIDDIE-PORN CHIC: BEYONCE'S TINY HO'S May 14, 2008 Fashion focusWho was dazzling and daring on the Sex and the City red carpet May 14, 2008 Sex and the City stars hit red carpet for premiere May 13, 2008 Classic Kate hits the jackpot May 12, 2008 Ladies wear red to the Academy Awards May 12, 2008 "Survivor" All-Stars Ready for Battle May 8, 2008 The World's Most Successful Male Models May 8, 2008 Costume gala draws fitting crowd May 6, 2008 Signs of the times May 5, 2008 Eco-friendly fashions hit Target May 5, 2008 Downscaled hopes for an upscale mall May 4, 2008 The World's Top-Earning Models May 4, 2008 'The Grove' Developer Opens New Open-Air Mall In Glendale May 3, 2008 The worlds highest-paid supermodels May 2, 2008 McCouture: outfits get design touch Apr 23, 2008 GreenDAY sees the future at NY Fashion Week Apr 20, 2008 Fashionably nasty Apr 20, 2008 Your friends would give you the shirts off their backs -- but really, you need your own. Here's what you need to know Apr 19, 2008 If it's broke, fix it Apr 19, 2008 Ledger urged to seek help Apr 16, 2008 * When a fashion ad is more than just an ad Apr 16, 2008 Licensed for profits: Pop icons may generate $200B in '08 sales Apr 16, 2008 Catwalk closed to the kittens Apr 13, 2008 Ck's ready-to-wear line is effortless and easy Apr 13, 2008 Carnegie Hall Medal of Excellence Gala Honoring Terry J. Lundgren Raises $4.2 Million Apr 9, 2008 Punk is dead! Boutique opens in CBGB space Apr 8, 2008 CK presents spring/ summer 2008 collection Apr 8, 2008 Vanity Fair's Dressed-to-impress List Apr 1, 2008 Photos of black subjects covered with controversy Apr 1, 2008 India among 'most brand conscious countries' globally Mar 27, 2008 Indians rank third in brand consciousness Mar 27, 2008 World's Most Desirable Luxury Brands Mar 26, 2008 Bad Brands Go To Heaven Mar 24, 2008 Spring fashion covers the spectrum with bright colors and natural neutrals Mar 23, 2008 Calvin Klein opens new store at Lenox Mar 22, 2008 Who nabbed awards season's best-dressed? Mar 19, 2008 Where have all the (normal) trousers gone? Mar 15, 2008 Coty Inc. Announces Fragrance Partnership With Hollywood Icon Halle Berry Mar 15, 2008 * Seasoned voices blog on Mar 8, 2008 Spring fashion pops with bright colors, sheer textures, and feminine silhouettes Mar 6, 2008 Bargain buys: Secondhand fashion appeals to high-end shoppers, too Mar 2, 2008 Stone the Kroes Mar 2, 2008
Winner: Francisco Costa (Calvin Klein). Three celebrities were on hand to model outfits by the nominees. (Suite101.com)
Costa, Ford and Burch are fashion's big winners Jun 4, 2008
Costa, designer for Calvin Klein, was beckoned to the podium by actress Eva Mendes, who had presented the prize alongside Victoria Beckham and Maggie Gyllenhaal. Each seemed to be a cheerleader for her favorite designer Mendes in a sleek white gown for Costa, Beckham in a short, pouffy minidress for Marc Jacobs and Gyllenhaal in a green-and-black checkerboard tunic for Proenza Schouler. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Last month Charney was named retailer of the year, an honour previously awarded to Calvin Klein, Hugo Boss and Oscar de la Renta. One wonders if his employees would agree. (Guardian Unlimited -- World)
Designers from Giorgio Armani to Kevin Carrigan, who is with Calvin Klein, have complained that the push for profit by buyout firms can crimp the creativity needed to create a luxury brand. Private equity typically looks to make a return on investment of 20 percent to 30 percent in three to five years before selling. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Costa, designer for Calvin Klein, was beckoned to the podium by the actress Eva Mendes, who, alongside Victoria Beckham and Maggie Gyllenhaal, presented him the prize for best womenswear designer. Mendes appeared in a sleek white gown for Costa, Beckham in a short, pouffy minidress for Marc Jacobs and Gyllenhaal in a green-and-black checkerboard tunic for Proenza Schouler. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Calvin Klein Collection's Women's Creative Director Wins Second Prestigious Award. NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Calvin Klein, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation (NYSE: - ), today announced that the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) last night named Francisco Costa the Creative Director for the womens Calvin Klein Collection the 2008 Womenswear Designer of the Year ... Calvin Klein Collection women's creative director Francisco Costa and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
His legacy will always be remembered, Calvin Klein designer Francisco Costa said. Saint Laurent was born on Aug. 1, 1936, in Oran, Algeria. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
"Mr Saint Laurent revolutionized modern fashion with his understanding of youth, sophistication and relevance. His legacy will always be remembered," said Calvin Klein designer Francisco Costa. Saint Laurent began to change the face of the fashion industry when he became chief designer of the House of Dior at just 21. (BBC News -- Europe)
Said presenter Calvin Klein: "Carolina's aesthetic is a reflection of who she is. Carolina herself is the embodiment of the Herrera woman." Other winners included Calvin Klein designer Francisco Costa for womenswear designer of the year, Tom Ford for menswear and Tory Burch for accessories. Kim Cattrall, who presented the menswear award, joked that the nominees' designs "are the only men's clothes Samantha Jones wouldn't want to take off.". (USA Today -- Life)
Amy Ryan went more restrained but classy in (again) a one-shouldered silk column in deep navy from Calvin Klein. Black was anything but basic on , who was drop-dead in a thick diamond choker and 's strapless, black silk taffeta gown right off his fall runway. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Varvatos' penchant for drawing on the past for inspiration, then using Old World techniques to create something suitable for tomorrow, has become his signature since he struck out on his own in 2000 after designing for Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren. His skill at blending old and new, preppy and edgy, Europe and the rest of us to create what he calls "functional, timeless clothing that is created to be lived in" has been recognized three times by the Council of Fashion Designers of America. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Yet his long career allowed to him to experience many a renaissance, enjoying fame alongside Calvin Klein and Halston in the Studio 54 days of the 1970s, and as a veteran next to Valentino, Lagerfeld and Armani in the '90s. In the 21st century, he was simply known as a legend. (Forbes)
Yeah, Sam Ronson, too, and my friend Lauryn Flynn at Calvin Klein. When I m in London, I m close to Bryan Adams. (Times Online)
A three-pack of Calvin Klein men's briefs costs $21 ... An anecdotal price comparison for 31 name-brand clothing items such as Calvin Klein underwear, a Chanel tweed cardigan, a pair of L'eggs pantyhose, Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses and a wool crepe jacket from Anne Klein would seem to demonstrate that while luxury prices have outpaced inflation, lower-priced clothes have generally experienced deflation. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Cynthia Nixon wore a foxy black maxi dress by Francisco Costa for Calvin Klein, with two finely-pleated straps, cut to her waist most definitely the winning outfit on the red carpet. Digg | | | | | | Copyright 2002-2008 iafrica. (iAfrica.com)
Of the several dozen presentations over the past two weeks, designer John Galliano won praise for his fantasy fiesta-inspired Christian Dior catwalk show in New York; Chanel's Karl Lagerfeld threw an Esther Williams-inspired pool party in Miami with a display of synchronised swimmers; and at Calvin Klein, designer Francisco Costa showed sexy, sophisticated clothes that drew acclaim. Some designers see changes in their business to do with climate; others say that they have clients all over the... (Guardian Unlimited)
This from the likes of a bakery operation in Spain, a Dutch newspaper group, a Rumanian mobile phone company and in the U.S., the fashion clothing companies of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger. The lesson Cohen learned was to change strategies and not be straight-jacketed by your original business model. (Forbes -- Business)
When one has images of a fashion designer, a hard-charging older gentleman such as Calvin Klein or an eccentric diva like Donatella Versace come to mind. But then there's Laird Hamilton, who introduced his Wonderwall collection last week in New York. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Its all about younger attitudes, says Balest, who sees the trend in brands like Calvin Klein. People are more fit, they are working out and they really do want to get credit for all the work and effort theyre putting into taking care of themselves. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Here you'll find the usual couture suspects, such as Louis Vuitton and Hermes, but also famous American chains such as Victoria's Secret and Calvin Klein. For more custom couture, the cities of Asia call. (iAfrica.com)
It s all about younger attitudes, says Balest, who sees the trend in brands like Calvin Klein. People are more fit, they are working out and they really do want to get credit for all the work and effort they re putting into taking care of themselves. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Scouts from Herm;s, Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs and high-street brands such as the American company Abercrombie have visited in previous years ... British designers often work abroad, both in luxury fashion houses such as Louis Vuitton, Pucci and Calvin Klein and at clothing companies such as Gap and Abercrombie. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Even Calvin Klein and Wal-Mart. So I ll continue to shop at The Natick Mall (my mistake Collection. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
The family business produces clothes for brands such as Donna Karan and Calvin Klein. Law or medicine were the other options, if Ho didnt want to take the traditional Chinese route and follow the family calling. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
And, of course, Calvin Klein started it all with 15-year-old Brooke Shields purring that "Nothing comes between me and my Calvins.". But the House of Dereon photo spread sinks even lower. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Nixon's detractors will be staggered to note that hers was the most fashion-conscious statement of all: a daring, black maxi dress by Francisco Costa for Calvin Klein. Two finely-pleated straps, cut to her waist, barely concealed Nixon's breasts, and the actress looked more like Charlotte Rampling in Night Porter than the uptight lawyer Nixon plays in the show. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Cattrall wore a red Vivienne Westwood dress and Nixon was in a floor length black pleated Calvin Klein gown. Davis wore a more modest vintage fuschia dress. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
" Calvin Klein has just put her in his new jeans campaign, placing the actress on billboards and in magazines all over the world. "She's a classic yet there is this casualness about her. She's never overdone. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Amy Ryan went more restrained but classy in (again) a one-shouldered silk column in deep navy from Calvin Klein. Black was anything but basic on , who was drop-dead in a thick diamond choker and 's strapless, black silk taffeta gown right off his fall runway. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Sort of like how those Calvin Klein ads featuring a mostly bare capture the passion for American underwear. Well, ESPN can certainly hope it's like that. (Yahoo News -- Survivor)
Soon after, a Brazilian-Cuban trend entered thanks in part to Bruce Weber, the photographer responsible for the iconic Calvin Klein advertisements. Grunge followed. (Forbes -- Business)
Liv Tyler and Eva Mendes wore Calvin Klein. Oscar winner Tilda Swinton wore Prada. (USA Today -- Life)
Designer names are used, as well: According to Gonzalez, some gangs are partial to Calvin Klein, the initials being repurposed as "Crip killer." One Detroit gang that Varano looked at, the Cash Flow Posse, dressed all in University of North Carolina gear for reasons he was never able to determine. In one form or another, many of these signs are then adapted into popular culture as a signal of urban authenticity - a kind of streetwise fashion statement. (Boston Globe)
She graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology and designed bags for Coach, Calvin Klein and Marc Jacobs before launching her own handbag and footwear label in 2006. Trimming on manicures. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Almost everything is on sale at Calvin Klein. has delayed its opening several times, and Italian designer Piazza Sempione has bailed on its lease entirely. (Boston Globe)
In 2008, the Calvin Klein and L'Or ... Her agent, David Bonnouvrier, compares Kroes to Christy Turlington, another Calvin Klein muse. (Forbes)
Calvin Klein (two-level LA flagship). Chico's. (NBC4.tv, CA)
In 2008, the Calvin Klein and L'Oral face expanded her deals and also hit the modeling mother lode: a Victoria's Secret contract ... Her agent, David Bonnouvrier, compares Kroes to Christy Turlington, another Calvin Klein muse. (MSNBC -- News)
In a marriage of minimalism, Calvin Klein designed the uniforms for Scandinavian Airlines, and Ralph Lauren made those for TWA. BA had its uniforms designed by Paul Costelloe in 1992 and then, in 2004, by Julien Macdonald, who sneeringly described Costelloe's uniform as something "that made the cabin crew look like someone's old granny queueing for a bus". Costelloe crossly hit back, saying Macdonald's uniforms would "date quickly". (Guardian Unlimited)
Top designers Bottega Veneta, Stella McCartney, Diane von Furstenberg, Calvin Klein, Givenchy, Versace and more were asked to create one-of-a-kind creations using only sustainable materials. The trusted eco-fabrics bamboo, hemp and organic cotton had starring roles, but they shared the catwalk with lesser-known natural materials like PLA (a polyester alternative made from corn), Lyocell (made from wood pulp cellulose) and abaca (a hemplike material made from the leaf stalks of a... (Yahoo News -- Fashion and Modeling)
If you flick through GQ or something like that, youll see all these guys in Ralph Lauren or Calvin Klein posing like this and that. You can say thats Chuck, thats Nate. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Athletic or slim-fit shirts are favorites with "neo-contemporary customers," says Mara Tatman, Macy's dress shirt and tie buyer, citing brands such as Kenneth Cole Reaction, Calvin Klein, Alfani and Boss by Hugo Boss. The biggest trend. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Especially when it's a chip in your Calvin Klein Cargo Raisin saucer. Jackie Chiesa, manager of William Ashley China (www. (Globe and Mail)
Actor Heath Ledger attends the Calvin Klein After Party during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2008 on September 11, 2007 in New York City. (Andrew H. Walker, Getty Images). (FOX23.com, OK)
The decade-long fashion and advertising collaboration between Jacobs and Teller is the most successful since Calvin Klein and Bruce Weber ... Both Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein owe a debt to the visionary eye of Bruce Weber, who is really a storyteller. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Popular characters and brands including Hannah Montana, Calvin Klein and the New York Yankees helped drive global spending on licensed merchandise up 3. 6% last year to $187 billion, according to trade magazine License Global and PricewaterhouseCoopers. (USA Today -- Money)
She then appeared in a Calvin Klein ad telling viewers: "You want to know what comes between me and my Calvins? Nothing.". Sydney is now in line with London, which bans models aged under 16, but why did it take 12 years. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
For those who are daunted by the prospect of personalizing runway looks -- this season they are flamboyant florals, bold colors, belted dresses and chunky gladiator shoes -- there are Calvin Klein's modern minimalist designs. The strong colorful mood of the season can still be found in Calvin Klein's ready-to-wear line ck Calvin Klein, with creative director Kevin Carrigan using fuchsia, coral-peach and turquoise among the neutral colors of blacks, whites and various shades of gray, all within... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Inc.; Mackey J. McDonald, Chairman, VF Corporation; Tom Murry, President and COO, Calvin Klein, Inc. Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Phillips-Van Heusen Corp.; Steven Roth, Chairman and CEO, Vornado Realty Trust; Jerry I. Speyer, Chairman and CEO, Tishman Speyer; Lawrence Stroll and Silas Chou, Co-Chairmen, Michael Kors, Inc.; Mark Weber, Chairman & CEO, Donna Karan International; and Ronald J. Wurtzburger, President, Peerless Clothing. The April 7 gala was held at The Waldorf=Astoria's Grand... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Varvatos, a designer who has worked for Converse and Calvin Klein, is said to be an avid fan of bands such as Led Zeppelin and The New York Dolls. He promised emerging artists will be welcomed there, and said he will host a fundraiser for young musicians next month. (MSNBC -- News)
A model presents a creation from the ck Calvin Klein Spring/Summer 2008 collection during the Singapore Fashion Festival April 6, 2008. (Xinhua/Reuters Photo). (People's Daily Online, China)
VANITY FAIR'S DRESSED-TO-IMPRESS LIST - New York Post. Tuesday, April 01, 2008 Last Update: 06:35 AM EDT. (New York Post -- Gossip)
At the same time, thousands of miles away, a billboard of musclebound, ebony-skinned actor-model Djimon Hounsou in Calvin Klein briefs blankets the side of a 27-story building overlooking Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong ... The Calvin Klein billboard is notable as much for its location as its content ... It's the largest billboard ever created by Calvin Klein, and there's little doubt that brand executives -- Klein pioneered overtly sexual imagery in fashion ads -- are suggesting that Calvin Klein... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
While 34 per cent of respondents were found to have spent on Calvin Klein brand, 25 per cent preferred Gucci and another 24 per cent spend money on Diesel ... Meanwhile, the survey said if money was not an issue, Gucci (41 per cent), Calvin Klein (31 per cent), Christian Dior (26 per cent), Versace (25 per cent), Diesel and Giorgio Armani (both 22 per cent each) are the "most coveted" brands for the Indian consumers. (India Times)
While the most bought luxury brand in India was Calvin Klein with over 34% surveyed having purchased it at some point, Gucci ranked as the most coveted brand Priyanka Mehra New Delhi ... The survey found that while the most bought luxury brand was Calvin Klein with over 34% surveyed having purchased it at some point, Gucci ranked as the most coveted brand for Indians, if money was not the constricting factor ... Similarly, India shows up as the sixth most important market globally for Calvin... (Livemint)
Chanel and Calvin Klein tied for second ... Calvin Klein's global retail sales surged to $4 ... It manages such reach thanks to its three labels: Calvin Klein Collection (designer apparel and accessories), ck Calvin Klein, (bridge apparel and accessories) and Calvin Klein (better apparel and accessories). (Forbes)
With that outdoor ad, Calvin Klein wrote the first chapter in what has since become one of the sexiest brand narratives in marketing history ... Klein's ephemeral 1995 campaign that showed pubescent models posed in the style of 1960's "picture set" porn ended in a hail of public outcry, but not before it made Calvin Klein jeans de rigeur for every twentysomething in America ... A guy named Calvin Klein was, and I'll wager none of you would mind brand recognition like his right about now. (AdWeek)
But Francisco Costa, designer at Calvin Klein, made the case for serenity, taking his inspiration from somber Dutch painter Wim Schuhmacher and the Hutterites of Montana, who lead a very sparse existence. "Fashion always braces extremes and counterpoints," says Gregg Andrews, Nordstrom fashion director. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Something is brewing at Calvin Klein Inc.. Not only is Francisco Costa, creative director of Calvin Klein Collection, in the running for the Council of Fashion Designers of America's 2008 women's wear designer of the year award, but Calvin Klein specialty boutiques are popping up all over the country including Atlanta, where one of the first five Calvin Klein White Label stores opened last fall at Lenox Square (others are in California, Colorado, Massachusetts and Michigan) ... The mens' section... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Fergie, in a canary-colored Calvin Klein gown at the Grammys, took second place. 21. (USA Today -- Life)
Small jackets with not-too-wide pants were on runways from Calvin Klein to Akris, which had some of the best offerings in wearable pants. Paul Smith, with a focus on the man/woman thing, also showed easy-to-wear trousers. (International Herald Tribune)
The Coty brand portfolio includes adidas, Aspen, Astor, Baby Phat, Calvin Klein, Celine Dion, Cerruti, Chloe, Chopard, Chupa Chups, David and Victoria Beckham, Davidoff, Dermarest, Desperate Housewives, Esprit, Exclamation, Jennifer Lopez, Jette Joop, Jil Sander, JOOP. Jovan, Karl Lagerfeld, Kate Moss, Kenneth Cole, Kylie Minogue, La Cross, L.A.M.B. fragrance by Gwen Stefani, Lancaster, Marc Jacobs, Miss Sixty, Miss Sporty, Nautica, Nikos, N.Y.C. New York Color, Orajel, Phat Farm, Pierre... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Joni Evans admitted to attending a party and gushing to "Calvin Klein" about how she adored his designs, only to realize that she was gushing to Halston. Their conversation might have taken place over lunch at Le Cirque. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
And while those colors glowed brightly, designers such as Calvin Klein and Proenza Schouler stuck with neutrals like gray and beige. The upshot: If you're not interested in a gumball-colored closet, neutrals are also a safe bet for spring. (Boston Globe)
On a recent shopping spree, $88 scored three outfits, including an of-the-moment safari-inspired Max Studio wrap dress with the tags still on it and a pair of Calvin Klein shoes with soles that have never touched the ground. It also spawned good intentions to bring to Goodwill several unworn items that hang in the closet two sizes too small. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
She is the face of the Calvin Klein perfume Eternity and one of L'Oreal's global cosmetic ambassadors. Kroes said she was keen to see some Aboriginal art while in Melbourne and added that shopping for some Australian designer labels was high on her to-do list. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
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