Eyewear with a memory introduces flexible frames
New York AP reports Flexon frames by Archon Eyewear Inc use a nickel titanium alloy with metal memory to return to original shape after bending. Alain Mikli’s Stark Eyes feature biomechanical articulation with fully articulated earpieces, designed by Philippe Stark and set for October release at about 300 dollars.
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New York
Archon Eyewear Inc
Flexon
Alain Mikli
Stark
Philippe Stark
Miki
Charm to ward off violence campaign at Liz Claiborne stores
Liz Claiborne Inc runs a October campaign selling a $20 sterling neck chain with Love is Not Abuse and Abuse is Not Love slogans and a $12 T shirt. Proceeds support local domestic violence agencies and the companys 5 year Women's Work effort. The items are sold nationwide in Claiborne Elisabeth and Claiborne stores and by phone 1 800 449 STOP benefiting the Family Violence Prevention Fund.
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New York
Liz Claiborne, Inc
Claiborne
Liz Claiborne
Elisabeth
Danskin line aids breast cancer research with profits
Danskin charity sale pledges one third of holiday profits to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. The Susan G. Komen Collection features eight pieces including racer back bra, Jersey crop T shirt, fleece jacket, bike shorts, jersey shorts, ankle pants, fleece pants and pink ribbon socks, with pink ribbon branding on all items.
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New York
Danskin
Susan G. Komen
Simple menswear trends favor slim jackets and clean lines
NAMSB notes menswear moves to simpler, softer styles with straight fitted silhouettes. Richard Tyler and DKNY offer streamlined jackets while sweaters feature classic patterns from Matthew Bataman and Nautica. Separate pieces can be dressed up, with versatile corduroy options from Annem. NAMSB cites designers prioritizing wearability and salability.
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National Association of Men
Richard Tyler
DKNY
Matthew Bataman
Willie Rodriguez
Nautica
Annem
Jack Herschlag
NAMSB
Tie politics and fashion collide in election year neckwear
In a political year, neckties become personal statements for executives and campaigns. Industry leader Gerald Andersen notes ties mirror T shirts of the era, with designers offering party themed and nonpartisan options from Wemco Ralph Marlin and Echo. Clinton Gore ties draw attention while Dole faces calls for a more traditional yet contemporary pattern.
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Gerald Andersen
Neckwear Association of America Inc
Mr. Andersen
Indust
Th Neckwear Association of America
Andersen
Wemco
Ralph Marlin
Zanzura
Tango
Echo
Pulitizer
Mike Luckovich
Atlanta Constitution
Dole
Clinton
Rick Vogler
Vemco
Echo Design Group
Smithsonian
Boomer Fashion Shifts Toward Real Clothes and Casual Business Wear
Baby boomers Jack and Jane drive a shift from suits to versatile fall outfits. Designers push a mid ground in men’s wear with dressy yet casual trousers and textured fabrics. Women seek color, synthetic blends, knits, and figure flattering jumpsuits while avoiding hype and black or beige.
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Marilou Berry
Scripps
Howard News Service
New York
Jack
Jane
Boomer
Ken Walter
Sears
Leon Hall
Dan Chew
Levi Strauss
Chew
GQ Magazine
Bob Beauchamp
James Leddy
Corbin
Boomer Jane
David Wolfe
Doweger Design
Wolfe
America
Derr Osborn
Neiman Marcus
Yankee Stadium
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