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Movin' on up

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After fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi closed his ready-to-wear operation in 1998, he proceeded to turn down big contracts and instead focused on show business. After a four-year hiatus, he is preparing to reenter the fashion world with a new collection of clothing and accessories for the Target store chain. He will also launch IM to Order, a small, exclusive couture salon that will produce 50 to 60 made-to-order dresses a year.

Executive changes & profiles, Alliances, partnerships, Licensing/Sales Agreements, All Other Specialty Food Stores, Variety stores, Discount Stores, Officials and employees, Contracts, Interview, Licensing agreements, Company licensing agreement, Target Stores Inc., Evening gowns, Mizrahi, Isaac

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Vogue view: it's a guy thing

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Menswear designer Andrew Harmon has introduced a new men's clothing line for spring that includes a navy-blue trench coat, a fringed leather jacket and a white Jay Gatsby suit. He currently tailors his men's designs for women, but plans to introduce a women's clothing collection featuring the same fabrics that he uses for his men's designs.

Males' Clothing, Men's and Boys' Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing, Men's and Boys' Furnishings, Males' Outerwear, Men's and Boys' Cut and Sew Other Outerwear Manufacturing, Males' Furnishings, Design and construction, Men's clothing industry, Men's clothing, Harmon, Andrew

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Couture diary: tutu divine

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Chanel and Lacroix unveiled their new designs in Paris. Chanel's new clothes combine sharp embroidery with flowers and geometric designs, while Lacroix's designs feature lace.

France, Textile and clothing industry software, Chanel Inc., Christian Lacroix S.A.

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