Katy Perry Brings Jingle To 'Ball' Dec 15, 2008
Ne-Yo worked the house with more dance moves than vocal grooves, but looked great in his Armani suit. Jesse McCartney, behind shades, was fluffy. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Private-Equity Player Gets Fashionable Dec 15, 2008
The agency has done work for such fashion-industry luminaries as Prada, Giorgio Armani and Gucci. OpenGate founder Andrew Nikou said in a statement that the new fund plans to pursue bolt-on acquisitions to build out the Models 1 platform. (New York Post -- Business)
Songs of love and redemption Dec 14, 2008
" Administrating that territory has proved a long and strange journey for Cohen: from poet laureate of the '60s and a frontline stint during the Yom Kippur War in 1973, to life as the secretary of a Zen master in a Californian monastery where he lived for the better part of two decades, emerging only to release the occasional album or a book of poetry. But bad things sometimes happen to great people and in 2005 Cohen discovered that his entire fortune had been stolen by his former manager, which... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Shop and you shall find Dec 14, 2008
The McArthur Glen Center in Troyes, the charming capital of the Champagne region, has more than 80 outlet stores selling 200 luxury brands such as Armani, Courr. ges, and Wolford. (Boston Globe)
Armani, 74, Will Keep His Company If His Health Holds, Talked With Hermes Dec 13, 2008
Armani Plans to Keep Control as Long as Hes Healthy (Update1) ... If Im no longer the one that takes a bow at the end of the fashion show, then well find another solution, though its hard to imagine what that might be, Armani, 74, said in an interview yesterday ... Armani also said store openings wont be scaled back in the downturn, though some millionaire women abandoned orders for his 25,000-euro ($33,425) Prive dress, worn by last week when she accepted her Hollywood... (Bloomberg)
Even high-end fashion houses resorting to discounts Dec 12, 2008
For example, Sonia Rykiel, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Jimmy Choo, Prada, Armani, Gucci, Tod's, Dolce & Gabbana, Alexander McQueen, Gianfranco Ferr ... Other representatives for brands including Gucci and Armani declined comment. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Forget the economy, ad agencies forging ahead Dec 11, 2008
They want that Armani suit, Lee said ... It might not be Armani, but it could be just as nice. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Candy draws kids to Merritt Island event Dec 7, 2008
Six-year-old Armani Cribbs said she came to see Santa. "And I'm going to spy on Santa when he comes to my house.". (Florida Today)
Kick up your heels Dec 6, 2008
The answer will inevitably be: Armani ... Coinciding with the poperatic foursome's fourth album, The Promise, and upcoming world tour, Giorgio Armani announced that he would return as their official outfitter. (Globe and Mail)
Miami: No longer a city of vice Dec 5, 2008
(CNN) -- Of course the TV series Miami Vice seems dated now, but it's not just because Don Johnson's white Armani suits and slip-on shoes belong to a mercifully bygone era. The fact is, Miami is no longer the same city as the one portrayed in the 1980s cop show. (CNN -- International)
How to buy the perfect suit Dec 5, 2008
The trend is yet to catch on in Australia but according to high-end European designers such as Giorgio Armani and Paul Smith, suiting is moving towards a 1930s-style silhouette of fitted jackets and wide-legged trousers. For inspiration, look to the foppish tweeds as sported by the folk in the current movie adaptation of Evelyn Waugh's Brideshead Revisited. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
McDermott's divorce approved Dec 5, 2008
Dylan McDermott, left, and his wife, Shiva Rose, arrive for the fashion show and award ceremony to honor Giorgio Armani in the Beverly Hills section of Los Angeles. Search for Things to Do. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Retail Sales Are Weakest in 35 Years Dec 5, 2008
Saks, on the other hand, has driven consumers into shopping frenzies with eye-popping deals on luxury names like the Armani Collezioni and Zac Posen. The tactic worked: In November, Saks had only a 5. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
SI Sportsman 2008 Dec 4, 2008
Despite the surrounding bedlam Phelps, in a custom-made Armani tux, seemed to glide effortlessly through the throng, accommodating as many fans as possible between stops to warmly embrace his Olympic teammates. Phelps remains an ordinary kid suddenly leading an extraordinary life, and he works hard to maintain some balance. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Crime pays quite well for Patricia Cornwell Dec 2, 2008
On this chilly fall morning, Cornwell is dressed in Armani jeans, a black T-shirt emblazoned with a rhinestone skull, and a leather Armani jacket. For the first time, she's welcoming the media into the sprawling farmhouse-style home she shares with Staci Gruber, 41, whom she married in 2006. (USA Today)
Where To Find Small-Store Holiday Sales Nov 28, 2008
"Showing them the details of the construction helps them to justify the purchase. It makes them feel better about buying something," says Leen, comparing his blazers to big-name luxury brands, such as Prada or Giorgio Armani, where a similar piece would cost $1,500. If a customer is wavering on an item, the staff member will take his phone number and follow up a week later, which Leen says has been a successful strategy. (Forbes)
Sex for sale: The truth about prostitution in Britain Nov 26, 2008
Billboards showing David Beckham wearing spray-on Armani underwear stop traffic, while S&M-themed Agent Provocateur advertisements are a staple of the glossier publications. Every sexual aid, every accoutrement, every raunchy neglige and multicoloured condom, has been freed from its restrictive hothouse and allowed to blossom in the open air. (Independent)
Sex on Stilettos Nov 26, 2008
I wouldn't be cutting competitive shapes over boardroom tables with yet another high-flying executive, nor discussing wavering hedge funds, or counting the threads on his new Armani. A teacher, he believes that children are the future. (iAfrica.com)
Will Jan. 20 ever get here? Nov 25, 2008
HERES one popular vision for saving the planet: Roll out from under the sumptuous hemp-fiber sheets on your bed in the morning and pull on a pair of $245 organic cotton Levis and an Armani biodegradable knit shirt. I might smoke some hemp but we ain t sleeping in it. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
10 cocktail hotspots Nov 25, 2008
Like an Armani suit, it simply won't date. Shaken or stirred: From an extensive cocktail menu, the fittingly named Big City, Bright Lights is just the thing to sip while gazing out at the wonderful city views. (iAfrica.com)
Testing, testing: the best mobile phones of the year Nov 23, 2008
Or, in fashion speak: Armani. Giles Hattersley. (Times Online)
Who REALLY is the sexiest man alive? Nov 22, 2008
Pure SEXY. And those ARMANI ads, totally hot. Keith Urban is not too bad, either. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Buying fashion on a budget doesnt mean t looking cheap Nov 20, 2008
Sure, it s easy to look fashionable when you ve got thousands of dollars to spend on the latest from Gucci and Armani. But what if you want to be trendy or even just look proper for a job interview on a shoestring budget. (West Roxbury Transcript, MA)
Starring: Abhishek Bachchan, John Abraham, Priyanka Chopra, Bobby Deol Nov 15, 2008
There are frequent references to Gucci and Armani (fittingly after all in a movie where the heroine is a Melwani) and the homes are full of Crate and Barrell furniture. But the best parts are the fun parts. (India Today)
Living stylishly on a budget Nov 13, 2008
For him, we found Armani Collezioni and Dolce & Gabbana dress shirts and 7 For All Mankind blazers, some at 65 percent off the original price. For her, we spotted cheery Michael Kors dresses and cozy cashmere tops and sweaters for around 30-50 percent off. (Boston Globe)
Fashion Square's lease on life Nov 12, 2008
Yvette Peterson of Scottsdale walks by A/X Armani Exchange, a new retailer at Scottsdale Fashion Square. The high-end mall is expanding with a new 160,000-square-foot wing and adding more retailers. (AZCentral -- Business)
Countdown to Barney's launch begins Nov 12, 2008
Yvette Peterson of Scottsdale walks by A/X Armani Exchange, a new retailer at Scottsdale Fashion Square. Most read. (AZCentral -- Business)
Fashion Square to host Barneys, Cartier Nov 12, 2008
The center already hosts A/X Armani Exchange, Jimmy Choo, Bottega Veneta, Salvatore Ferragamo and CH Carolina Herrera. For more: www. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Read Greta's interview Nov 11, 2008
So you never said, Get me six Armani suits, or, Get me a certain stylist out of New York City, or anything like that. I mean, this is -- there was no demand from you or request from you. (Fox News)
High noon for Wanita top two Nov 10, 2008
Tan Sri Rafidah Aziz and Datuk Seri Shahrizat Jalil will be coming face to face for the first time since the Umno nominations race began and some are expecting a showdown (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Palin comes home to vote; visits with fans Nov 10, 2008
" Sweet Carhart wrote on Nov 4, 2008 12:43 PM:" Guess she figured that Gucci and Armani don't set quite the right tone in the sticks. Wonder if she'll be wearing the same thing when she gets back to Arizona. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Clothes-horses for courses Nov 9, 2008
These days Thomas is more an Armani suits-and-pearls kinda gal, looking more corporate than grunge, with slightly more fabric, when she hit Flemington on Thursday for Oaks Day. Down the wall a little at the exhibition is another equally fetching shot, this one of Alan Bond lazing about his boudoir wearing silky pyjamas. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Resale rescue Nov 7, 2008
You don't have to own Giorgio Armani to score a sale - think quirky, eclectic and hipster, with a little mainstream mixed in. The buyers whip through your clothes fast (we wish they'd clean our closets, too), but they're still picky. (AZCentral -- Style)
Fashion to free trafficking victims (2) Nov 6, 2008
"Ward's idea of a fashion show seemed antithetical to the scope of the human tragedy, but the sponsors and wardrobes came from companies who purchase their clothing through Fair Trade agreements that guarantee product created by non-exploited workers, including Armani Exchange and American Apparel."I was horrified to find that very young girls with no power over their lives were being sold as sex slaves for as little as 35," Ward said. "Here in Malibu, we pay more than that for lunch.... (Malibu Times, CA)
BC-Military-Families Nov 5, 2008
Victoria Beckham follows in husband's footsteps as newest Armani underwear model ROME - Underwear ads apparently run in the family. Fashion icon Victoria Beckham is the spokeswoman for the new Armani fashion house lingerie line - following in the footsteps of husband David Beckham, who also appeared in the fashion house's underwear campaign. (guardian.co.uk)
The New School Nov 3, 2008
"These are the type of people who I could probably show an Armani dress, and say 'I want your dining room to look like this,' and they would get it immediately," Rossi says. Deblina Chakraborty is a writer in Boston. (Boston Globe)
Harvey Nichols opens amid economy slowdown Nov 2, 2008
Among the fashion brands are Michael Kors, Stella McCartney, Armani and Givenchy. Wan said that the advantage of Harvey Nichols was that the collections on the racks were heavily edited by their team of experienced fashion buyers. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Five of the Best Shopping Centers N... Nov 1, 2008
In addition to stores like Nordstrom, Belk, JC Penney s and Macy s, visitors will find Coach, Armani Exchange, and Eddie at this mall. The Mall of Georgia, 3333 Buford Drive, is open Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 6 p.m.. (Suite101.com)
'Posh' Model Nov 1, 2008
Victoria Beckham to Model Armani Underwear in New Advertisements ... Fashion icon Victoria Beckham is the spokeswoman for the new Armani fashion house lingerie line following in the footsteps of husband David Beckham, who also appeared in the fashion house's underwear campaign ... The company said Friday that Beckham will debut in the spring-summer 2009 advertising campaign of Emporio Armani women's underwear. (Fox News)
Victoria Beckham to appear in Armani knicker ads Nov 1, 2008
Victoria Beckham will appear in the Spring-Summer 2009 Armani ads ... Armani refers to the former Spice Girl as a "style icon" ... ROME, Italy (AP) -- Fashion icon Victoria Beckham will strip down to her underwear in ads for the new Armani lingerie line. (CNN)
Regis, Kelly Wear 14 Costumes On Halloween Show Nov 1, 2008
Victoria Beckham is the new spokeswoman for the new Armani lingerie. Keanu Reeves jury sees "injured" paparazzo in action. (KWTX.com, TX)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 31, 2008 Nov 1, 2008
Are we the people ready to insist upon condign punishment, upon bringing to Earth these charging water buffaloes of pathological greed and moral corruption (along with their government watchdogs) or should we continue sponsoring the ravaging buccaneers in Armani suits. Don James. (North County Times)
Victoria Beckham to pose in Armani lingerie Nov 1, 2008
ROME -- Fashion icon Victoria Beckham will strip down to her underwear in ads for the new Armani lingerie line. The former Posh Spice will debut in the spring-summer 2009 advertising campaign of Emporio Armani women s underwear ... Beckham, 34, is described by designer Giorgio Armani as a style icon, a dynamic lady whose influence and recognition will add great excitement to the campaign. (KHOU.com, TX)
Posh strips off for Armani Oct 31, 2008
Victoria Beckham is to star in a 12-million advertising campaign for Emporio Armani underwear ... Victoria said: "To be given this opportunity to work with Giorgio Armani is thrilling. I have so much respect for him." ... Giorgio Armani said: "Who better than Victoria Beckham to launch our new global Emporio Armani underwear campaign? "Victoria is a style icon, a dynamic lady whose influence and recognition will add great excitement to the continued international growth of our Emporio Armani... (iAfrica.com)
Victoria Beckham to model for Armani Oct 30, 2008
Victoria Bekcham is set to follow in the footsteps of her soccer ace husband David when she strips down to her underwear to model for Italian fashion house Armani. The former Spice Girl will debut as the "worldwide testimonial" for Emporio Armani Women's underwear in the Spring/Summer 2009 campaign ... In a statement, Giorgio Armani said: "Who better than Victoria Beckham to launch our new global Emporio Armani underwear campaign? Victoria is a style icon, a dynamic lady whose influence and... (WOKR13 Rochester)
Emphasizing frugal tastes, Palin addresses clothing issue Oct 27, 2008
In an interview on Thursday with Fox News, Palin named her favorite consignment shop as Out of the Closet in Anchorage, which, according to its Web site, offers "affordable high-end designer labels and brands not otherwise available in Anchorage," like Prada, Armani and Gucci. Palin wore a pale pink jacket on Sunday, a departure from the designer suits she has worn on the campaign trail since she was chosen as the Republican vice-presidential nominee. (International Herald Tribune)
Surviving in pricey Rome Oct 24, 2008
Even if she could afford Armani or Versace she wouldn't buy them, she said, "because I'm not into designer brands." She finds it more of a challenge to scour her mother's discarded clothes from the 1970s and mix and match them with items picked up at Porta Portese, a gigantic Sunday morning open-air market in Rome that can be plumbed for everything from lingerie to army surplus jackets at a small fraction of what they would cost in a store. "I like poking around markets; you can pick up some... (International Herald Tribune -- Money Report)
Sarah Palin's $150,000 Crime Against Fashion Oct 24, 2008
Which leads to my next point: if you're going to make a splash and spend $150,000 of the RNC fund's money, why not go for something a little more remarkable dare I say stylish like a pinstriped Ralph Lauren pantsuit, a spiffy Chanel jacket, or anything by Giorgio Armani. Michelle Obama chose wisely when she picked a floral-printed dress by Thakoon for the convention. (Time.com)
DLF to bring Alcott brand to India Oct 23, 2008
DLF already has tie-ups with premium apparel brands Armani, Dolce na and Salvatore Ferragamo. The company has been in talks with a number of foreign premium and luxury brands in all categories, including apparel, accessories, travel luggage and watches to build a diversified portfolio of brands when it launches into retail. (India Times)
Stylists: Palin's fashion buys worth it Oct 23, 2008
It is a good thing she has all that Armani, she needs all the points in her favor that she can get, Abrie said. If you are looking the part, you are halfway there. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
On The Road With A Bullfighting Superstar Oct 22, 2008
Cayetano was to wear a suit of lights specially designed by Giorgio Armani ... The rest of the seasons appearances had to be cancelled, and Cayetano will have to wait another year to don his Armani suit of lights in Ronda. (CBS News -- 60 minutes)
Japanese buy less, and European fashion houses suffer Oct 21, 2008
Over the past couple of years, brands like Armani, Bulgari and Gucci have opened huge, glamorous Tokyo flagship stores, hoping to attract wealthy spenders from all over Asia. Domestically, they are targeting the wealthy who have emerged in sectors like information technology and who like to show off their wealth. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Priyanka's look in 'Fashion' goes through five phases Oct 19, 2008
Rita, who runs a company, Ananda, which works on the embroidery silhouettes of international brands like Armani and Chanel, said the actors' look in the film is based on a classic approach on contemporary fashion and not any existing trend. "It is very contemporary and a very much today's look, but my idea was to streamline and take it to the classic side than making it trend-based," she said. (Hindu)
Matador On Bullfighting's Deadly Allure Oct 17, 2008
Cayetano almost resisted the blood call to be a matador, toying with another profession at first and even now, working as a fashion model for Armani. But he, too, seems inexorably drawn to the dangerous dance. (CBS News -- 60 minutes)
It was just a small, quiet affair ... Oct 14, 2008
The most attention-grabbing outfit was the Armani midnight blue jacket and pant uit with plunging neckline worn by the Citizen's director of marketing, Lynne Clark. Models also included Nancy O'Dea of Royal LePage Performance Realty and her husband, Frank O'Dea; CBC's Adrian Harewood and Lucy van Oldenbarneveld; Sandra Blaikie of 'A' News; Royal Ottawa Golf Club president Matt Kenny and his wife, Gurt; Foundation restaurant co-owner Claude Thivierge, Firm Fit's Stuart Maskell and Hopewell... (Ottawa Citizen)
Style Feature Oct 13, 2008
On Troy: Armani Exchange t-shirt, about $25. Rare Man jeans, about $139. (Teen Vogue)
30 years in the eye of fashion! Oct 10, 2008
Inspired by the desire to provide the best possible service, Antoine Laoun Opticien will give you the opportunity during these two days to meet with representatives from the world's most prestigious eyewear companies (Alain Mikli, Tag Heuer, JF Rey, Giorgio Armani, and X-Ide). Learn about the season's leading trends in eyewear in an elegant and modern environment. (Canada Newswire)
Luxury Goods Industry Ready For Hard Times Oct 8, 2008
Giorgio Armani is going ahead with a fashion hotel in Milan. And even as Wall Street imploded, LVMH _ maker of fancy luggage and fine liqueurs _ bought Dutch mega-yacht buil 000027AC der Royal van Lent. (CBS News -- World)
Small Biz: Consignment shop catering to upscale tastes Oct 5, 2008
Brand names of clothing Drennen accepts for consignment include Gap, (but not Old Navy), Nanette Lepore, Trina Turk, Tibi, Mint, higher end Giorgio Armani, St. John, J. Crew, Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, Sonia Rykiel and Donna Karen ... "The lowest cost item is probably $12 and the most expensive is about $600 for an Armani suit that would cost over $2,000," she said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
A Chance To Shine Oct 4, 2008
" Warriors' mascot heads to Oklahoma City. Ratto cheers. Well-written CBS series has potential. Goodman. Pam urges Cate to snub Armani; Jenn denies PR romances. FromLawrence Volvo 2006 Highlander$28,800 2006 Cooper$20,900 2007 S80$31,800 2004 XC90$21,500 2005 XC90$27,900 2005 XC90$24,750 2005 XC90$25,900 2005 V50$22,500 2007 S40$21,500 Viola Sowell gazes out the clouded windows of her apartment, where tattered, ruffled kitchen curtains feebly try to divert... Auto dealers, who make their living... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Off the bench, back into the fire Oct 4, 2008
Saturday, October 4, 2008. (10-03) 18:55 PDT -- So far, this season has been one big DNP for TB-C. Actually, make that IA, as in inactive. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
'Ex List' may be worth keeping on yours Oct 4, 2008
Pam urges Cate to snub Armani; Jenn denies PR romances. Special Education Teachers Needed. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Web 3.0: Not Yet Oct 4, 2008
In other words, you can scout for more products like that navy blue Giorgio Armani jacket you liked. Kumar notes that TheFind developed an iPhone application to help users search and shop anytime, anywhere. (Forbes -- Technology)
Gypsy style, in the harsh light of day Oct 4, 2008
Giorgio Armani's fall 2008 collection, shown earlier this year in Milan, featured models swathed in bohemian lace and embroidered shawls that trickled over fringed and floral ankle-skimming skirts ... "The fashion world is often one in which the romantic ideal is celebrated, rather than anything more real," Armani said. (International Herald Tribune)
Nuanced Portrait Oct 3, 2008
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