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    Satellite stores go up to get holiday dollars  Nov 24, 2009
    It will feature PRPS Denim, hand-woven Japanese jeans discounted to $99 per pair. The luxury-denim brand typically sells jeans for $315 and up, said Tom Simon, Hub co-owner with his wife, Amanda, and Mumford. (AZCentral -- Business)

    Shyam Sukhramani, Marketing Head, Levi Strauss India  Nov 24, 2009
    Levi Strauss India, the wholly-owned subsidiary of San Francisco-based denim giant Levi Strauss Co, has been instrumental in accelerating growth of the denim market in India ... Its focus on the womens market backed by celebrity endorsements has helped it grab almost 40% share in the Rs 2, 000-crore Indian branded denim market ... Levis also has a made-for-India non-denim street wear brand, Sykes. (India Times)

    Hot Black Friday deals at local boutiques  Nov 24, 2009
    Moody Blues: Take 40 percent off all clothing, including designer denim by Blank, J Brand and more. Details: 3355 W. Chandler Blvd., Suite 4, Chandler. (AZCentral -- Style)

    Shoppers wait for retailers to budge Retail experts are expecting cautious holiday shoppers who cant and wont spend like they used to pushing sales lower than last year's.  Nov 23, 2009
    Still, if consumers like Balinger and Smith are looking for a repeat of last years deals where stores were slashing prices on everything from premium denim to cashmere sweaters to housewares to digital cameras retail experts say they may be disappointed. Discounts will be more like two years ago not like last year, said Dan de Grandpre, editor in chief of dealnews. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Oops! Accident-prone readers recount mishaps  Nov 22, 2009
    They complimented my denim/lace mini skirt and American flag shirt complete with a camouflage eagle and, "These Colors Don't Run" ribbon ... When we finally made it to the hospital they immediately took me for x-rays, leaving my boyfriend in the lobby with a torn D.A.R.E. t-shirt, a blacked out tooth, and denim cut-off shorts. (MSNBC -- Health)

    One of a kind store owner to close shop  Nov 21, 2009
    He said that company introduced washed denim to the US and the product, just one pair called the patchwork jean, became so popular they had to fly 747s full of the stuff out of Hong Kong, where they were manufactured, to keep up with demand. Since selling genes to half a nation, Christensen hasnt been one to relax. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    Teen robbed, beaten in La Mesa  Nov 21, 2009
    Another assailant was described as black, 16 years old, 5 feet 10 inches tall, 200 pounds, wearing a brown T-shirt and denim shorts. The other three suspects were described as black males about 16 years old. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    Gunman opens fire on Pacific island Saipan; 5 dead  Nov 21, 2009
    He was wearing jeans, a dark T-shirt and a denim jacket. Police reaching the scene at the shooting range discovered the four bodies next to each other, and the young girl who was the only survivor of the first attack. (Albany Times Union)

    Bringing sexy back  Nov 19, 2009
    Ready to roll: The Uptown/Downtown key looks include tailored vest paired with jeans, hoodie jackets and coated denim jeans ... According to Cheong, must-haves are the denim jeans, jumpsuits, high-waisted shorts and long, dropped-balloon sleeved tops ... Among the key items to carry off this look are a ruffled dress, A-line skirt, boxy jacket and coated denim. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Brown Street Mall open for business downtown  Nov 19, 2009
    The lineup so far includes Dalkass Northern Coffee Haus, Mary Jo Swearingens Denim and Leather, Jim Hexts By Request Games / Records, Deborah Buckarmas Cookies Deborahs Sweet Shop, Kristyn Skinners ABC Family Photography and Paulsons Rhinelander Academy of Karate. Dalka was serving customers while talking. (Forest Republican, WI)

    Good ol' Levi's  Nov 19, 2009
    Jean-ealogy of denim ... Jean-ealogy of denim ... History shows jeans are more than just blue denim. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Making Metallic Looks Work for You  Nov 18, 2009
    Pairing a denim or black jean with a metallic top, Monahan said, is great way to wear this look during the day. Accessories will be the key to making this look day-friendly, she said. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Diabetes Insulin Pump Supplies and ...  Nov 18, 2009
    The pouches clip around the waist and come in kid fashions like crayon, denim, and swirly tie dye fabric and subtle and fancy dress adult varieties. Many look just like a cell phone or Ipod case. (Suite101.com)

    Levi's, UCB in Rs 500 cr club  Nov 17, 2009
    Denim jeans maker Levis and casual wear brand Benetton, both of which have been around since the 1990s, will cross the Rs 500-crore mark in turnover this year, two industry executives close to the companies told ET. Spokespersons of both the companies declined to confirm the number or comment on the development ... Its focus on the womens market backed by celebrity endorsements has helped it grab almost 40% share in the Rs 2, 000-crore Indian branded denim market ... Levis also has a... (India Times)

    On the radar:  Nov 17, 2009
    Leopold, Arthur Galan AG, Clemente Talarico and Calibre all have versions of short shorts in new season collections, from casual cotton drawstring varieties to denim cut-offs and tailored shorts in crisp cottons with pockets, hemmed, and sometimes cuffed, mid-thigh. But for those who can't shake the images of their own short-shorts-wearing fathers from their minds, there are plenty of knee-skimming varieties to choose from, too. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    Eco-Dos: Green Beauty Salons and Hair Products Are a Growing Business  Nov 16, 2009
    To boot, Nori s interior features energy efficient lighting, recycled denim insulation, low-VOC paints on the walls and sustainably sourced bamboo on the floors, along with a number of other green touches to keep indoor air quality high. And up the coast, San Francisco s Descend Salon goes to similar lengths, and then steps it up a notch by recycling its hair clippings for use in absorbent mats used in oil spill clean-up efforts. (Scientific American)

    Novato goes chic and boutique  Nov 16, 2009
    Comfy T-shirts, which start at $42, plus trendy denim from celebrity favorite Rock Revival, whose sexy jeans ($152-$162) have novelty fleur-de-lis pocket embroidery. Religious icon-inspired jewelry from Virgins, Saints and Angels, a line favored by Dior designer John Galliano - the San Benito medallion necklace can be worn to ward off all those evil spirits in your life ($228). (San Francisco Chronicle)

    Students jump for heart cures  Nov 16, 2009
    Her silhouette wears New Balance tennis shoes and a short denim jacket, two clothing items Franklin was rarely spotted without, teachers said. The school also has dedicated a greenhouse and library books in Franklin's honor. (Florida Today)

    Affluent shoppers start to bounce back  Nov 15, 2009
    The preppy clothing seller said yesterday it will offer some lower-priced basics and stock up on denim early next year. Nordstrom's third-quarter profit rose as sales improved compared with last year. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Paul P. Eckardt Jr.  Nov 15, 2009
    Paul thoroughly enjoyed a great game of racquetball, and always played in his standard uniform of bib overalls with a heavy denim shirt ... Even while living in the tropical heat, he still wore bib overalls and a denim shirt every day. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Where to Buy Cute Dog Clothes Onlin...  Nov 14, 2009
    com, a large array of coats can be found including plaids, denim and wool. There are also techno coats, trench coats, and pea coats. (Suite101.com)

    Abercrombie & Fitch 3rd-Quarter Profit Falls  Nov 14, 2009
    During the quarter, knit tops, graphic tees and denim were weak sellers compared with dresses and woven shirts for both men and women. Profit for the three months that ended Oct. 31 fell to $38. (ABC News -- Wire)

    Rapists may be identified by t-shirt  Nov 14, 2009
    He was wearing denim shorts, white coloured runners and possibly a blue coloured baseball cap with a Ford logo. Anyone with information should contact the Logan CIB on 3451 6541 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Beauty art and expert advice at Nordstrom  Nov 14, 2009
    The store features a full line of JamsWorld clothing for men, women and children, Surf Line Hawai'i clothing and a few denim and accessories brands that complement the Island attire. It's on the ground floor in Building A, next to Lanai Transit Hawai'i. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Standing Up Before Stonewall  Nov 13, 2009
    Theyre wearing drab denim shirts and the same type of jeans, each with one striped pocket. Masculine jail clothing was substituted for feminine attire worn by these three youths after they were nabbed early today, reads the caption. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)

    Affliction Heats Up the Holidays With a Rock Concert at Long Beach Arena  Nov 13, 2009
    Recognized around the world for its unique design aesthetic, Affliction Clothing is a lifestyle-driven apparel company catering to consumers who LIVE FAST. After producing its successful first collection of t-shirts, thermals, and hoodies in 2005, Affliction quickly launched a full denim collection. Having gained a reputation for relentlessly pushing the envelope with its highly stylized graphics and powerful imagery, Affliction became well known when celebrities, rock bands and athletes began... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    How to save with college costs on the rise  Nov 12, 2009
    "Many people don't think of Target as denim destination," says Jenifer DeSofi, senior merchant for Signature by Levi Strauss en's Department. "We created a line of stylish, high-quality jeans for men in a variety of popular fits like the Slim Straight, Loose and Bootcut. All our jeans are available for under 30 to answer the needs of the value-minded consumer.". (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)

    The final tally  Nov 12, 2009
    Paper Denim & Cloth jeans at Filene s Basement: $49. 99. (Boston Globe)

    London street fashion  Nov 12, 2009
    Add a denim mini, mini mini skirt, red jersey, black jacket, orange scarf and pink hat ... My personal favourite have to be the ones that are made of a faux denim material (aptly named jeggings) taking skinny jeans to a whole new level ... I actually saw a torn and frayed stone-washed denim waistcoat in one shop. (iAfrica.com)

    Bargain book author Debbie Weisberg shops for deals  Nov 12, 2009
    As we weaved through the racks, she spotted Paper Denim & Cloth jeans for $49. 99 that would make a good fall staple. (Boston Globe)

    Guess? Sets Its Sights on Europe  Nov 12, 2009
    "In Europe, there are so many jeanswear companies that already exist, we wouldn't have stood out as a unique brand if we only sold denim," he says. Already, Guess has 90 European boutiques selling only accessories, which account for some 45% of the company's sales worldwide. (BusinessWeek)

    MUHAMMAD REMAINS SILENT TO HIS DEATH  Nov 11, 2009
    Those who witnessed the death said Muhammad "staggered" into the execution room at 8:58 p.m. wearing a denim shirt and pants and flip-flops. He was accompanied by six officers and was strapped to a gurney. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)

    Macy's fuels Diesel ire  Nov 11, 2009
    The result, critics say, is that Diesel has lost younger, affluent shoppers to upstart denim makers like G-Star and J Brand ... The result, critics say, is that Diesel has lost younger, affluent shoppers to upstart denim makers like G-Star and J Brand. (New York Post -- Business)

    Families see justice in snipers execution  Nov 10, 2009
    " Click for related contentOfficials said last week that what witnesses will see is Muhammad strapped to a metal gurney. He will be wearing flip-flops, denim pants and a special short-sleeved denim shirt to allow technicians to attach a heart monitor and two intravenous lines one for each arm through which the deadly drugs will be administered. Muhammad will first receive thiopental sodium, which will put him to sleep, then pancuronium bromide, to stop his breathing, then potassium... (MSNBC -- Crime)

    More Than Just a Game, Part I (1)  Nov 9, 2009
    A potbellied woman in a pink denim miniskirt and heels, standing by herself against a building near the parks entrance, called out affectionately, Hey honey. It was 10 a.m.. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)

    Missing boy found safe and well  Nov 9, 2009
    He was wearing black glasses, a navy pullover with a hood, blue denim jeans and black slip-on shoes. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- UK)

    Trend Spotting  Nov 9, 2009
    High-waisted and spacious, seventies-inspired denim is making a big comeback. tags 00004000. (Teen Vogue)

    The Comeback of Freshjive (3083)  Nov 7, 2009
    Wiesmayr, 47, who has worked at Levis and headed the denim company Tsubi, joined Freshjive last month to help create next springs looks ... All of the RMK denim pieces and T-shirts will be manufactured at the Freshjive factory, while most of the other clothes are made overseas in countries including China, said Hebner. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)

    Dockers wears itself out in india  Nov 7, 2009
    Owner Levi Strauss, the US-based denimwear marketer, is phasing out the Dockers brand that was instrumental in adding a casual touch to mens office attire ... The change in strategy is a result of the company putting all its resources behind its denim brands. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)

    Try It: GeMagic  Nov 7, 2009
    MaryAnn founded Sew Social, and used the handheld GeMagic on her denim creation. "Use the setter tool, fix the size you need, go ahead and press down, MaryAnn says. She says you'll have to press a little harder on thicker materials like denim, but overall it's still easier and quicker. "It could actually take you a couple of hours just to put that few a beads on because you're sewing one at a time," she says. These two threaders were skeptical when they first got the $20 product. "I've used a... (W-USA News, DC)

    Police release description of unnamed accident victim  Nov 7, 2009
    At the time of the accident, she was wearing black Levi pants, a black denim jacket and black leather shoes. Her most distinguishing mark is her eyebrows, which have been shaved off and replaced by "tattoo eyebrows." "She might be a homeless transient, but we're not really sure at this point," Traffic Officer Mitch Smith said. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)

    Dressed to kill: Why clothe kids in camouflage?  Nov 7, 2009
    The choices for little girls range largely from pink to pink: pink tops, pink bottoms, pink denim, pink velvet, pink corduroy, pink glitter, with the occasional leopard print (an intriguing alternative) thrown in. The choices for little boys are nearly always blue or green, with designs involving sports logos and motifs, things with wheels, a shot of plaid, or, back to the point, camouflage. (Christian Science Monitor)

    Shopping with a Time Limit: Why Pop-Up Shops Are Hot  Nov 6, 2009
    J.C. Penney hawked its denim in six vacant retail spaces in California during back-to-school season. Gucci is opening pop-up shops, which were given the sexy name Gucci Icon-Temporary, for two to three weeks in seven cities around the world (Miami Beach, New York City, London, Berlin, Paris, Hong Kong and Tokyo). (Time.com)

    * Designer jeans, preshrunk prices  Nov 4, 2009
    It was all just a fad, said Jeff Rudes, a founder of the hot-denim-label-du-jour J Brand Jeans and an astute observer of the suspiciously inflated prices of fashions most eternally reinvented staple ... And denims day of reckoning was long overdue ... Before the recession, premium denim was one of the fastest growing categories of the apparel business, and there seemed to be no limit to what customers would pay for the latest label, fit, finish, wash or whatever Paris Hilton wore. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)

    Shop to itFEELING Lucky? We are, after the exclusive sneak peek The Post...    Nov 4, 2009
    This year s sale will also feature a Boudoir Bar, a lingerie section stocked with sexy skivvies from Cosabella, Hanky P 00004000 anky and Only Hearts and a Jeanius Bar with denim from J Brand, Citizens of Humanity and Goldsign. There s even free stuff complimentary denim hemming while you wait, hair touch-ups and styling at the Garnier Fructis beauty bar, with specialty cocktails to help ease the pain of repeatedly flexing your plastic ... This year s sale will also feature a Boudoir Bar, a... (New York Post -- News)

    Fifteen Last-A-Lifetime Men's Classics  Nov 4, 2009
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    "Relics" of 1979!  Nov 3, 2009
    Not unlike Jordache jeans, Sergio Valente jeans were the hot denim of the late seventies. Known for being a tight fit, they emphasized the female figure and had strong visual detailing on the back pockets. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Colorful Animal Print Clothing  Nov 3, 2009
    Jungle Boogie Left: Genetic Denim jeans, $176. Jerome Dreyfuss bag. (Teen Vogue)

    Denim Dresses  Nov 3, 2009
    A flirty sweetheart neckline throws classic denim some curves. 1 of 7. (Teen Vogue)

    TV-show fashion hits store shelves  Nov 3, 2009
    The line, co-branded with Royal Plush, also offers loungewear, denim and handbags ... Fans of the Bravo reality series "Real Housewives" can sport loungewear, denim and handbags inspired by the show's stars. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Leno: 'I wouldn't trade places with Letterman now for anything'...  Nov 3, 2009
    Seated on a couch in his Burbank studio's green room and wearing his familiar off-stage denim uniform, Jay Leno says he's happy to answer anything I want to ask. That's probably a good idea, as his relationship with the press in recent weeks has been a one-way stream of negative stories about Jay Leno the show, his ratings and local news ratings. (The Drudge Report)

    Kate Moss No Guarantee Topshop Billionaire Beats U.S. Hex on U.K. Chains  Nov 2, 2009
    His first big step up the rag trade ladder came in the mid- 1980s, when he bought Jean Jeanie, a debt-ridden denim retail chain based in Slough, England, for 65,000 pounds. In just a few months, he slashed costs by cutting deals directly with Asian manufacturers. (Bloomberg)

    GV woman survives rollover, husband dies near Safford  Nov 1, 2009
    I think I was unconscious for a while, then I woke up, tried to stay warm, then it started to snow Tuesday evening, said the former San Antonio resident, who was dressed in a light denim jacket. National Weather Service figures showed temperatures dipped to 29 degrees on Thursday morning near Safford and remained below freezing for several hours. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    USA-made: Blue jeans, blue collar  Oct 31, 2009
    From farm field to cotton mill: The making of America's denim - CNN.com ... From farm field to cotton mill: The making of America's denim ... Cotton mill in northwest Georgia is America's No. 1 producer of denim. (CNN)

    Cobb Dunkin Donuts robbed  Oct 31, 2009
    He had a dark complexion, dark hair, and wore a denim jacket with an orange T-shirt and baggy jeans. Anyone with information about the robbery should contact Cobb police at 770-499-3945. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    Bandit hits Kennesaw Dunkin' Donuts  Oct 31, 2009
    He was last seen wearing a denim jacket, orange t-shirt and baggy jeans. More on ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    Get jump-start on the holidays at Temari fair  Oct 31, 2009
    Among the offerings: Orion fun frocks from London, Rich y denim, Love Mert eco-friendly handbags fashioned from vintage fabrics, Voom by Joy Han silk dresses and jewelry by the new local company Sati Gems. The interior design elements are in keeping with the theme. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    GV woman survives rollover, husband dies near Safford  Oct 31, 2009
    I think I was unconscious for a while, then I woke up, tried to stay warm, then it started to snow Tuesday evening, said the former San Antonio resident, who was dressed in a light denim jacket. National Weather Service figures showed temperatures dipped to 29 degrees on Thursday morning near Safford and remained below freezing for several hours. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    START 'EM, SIT 'EM: Go with Wells, Evans; bench Percy  Oct 31, 2009
    There are two rules, diary: 1) Always start the RB versus Cleveland and 2) Never wear denim shirts. Steve Slaton -- For all the heat he took earlier this season, Slaton has at least 89 total yards in each of the last five contests to go with five TDs. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)

    Denim Dresses Under $70  Oct 30, 2009
    Cheap Denim Dresses: Feature: teenvogue ... Denim Dresses for Under $70 ... These flirty frocks throw the classic denim dress some serious curves, while still staying within your budget. (Teen Vogue)

    Boy indecently assaulted outside lower north shore school  Oct 30, 2009
    He was wearing a blue and white checked shirt with light-blue denim shorts and black boots. Anyone with information is urged to phone North Sydney police on 9956 3199 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    More temporary stores 'pop up' for Halloween, Christmas, etc.  Oct 30, 2009
    highlighted its denim in pop-ups in vacant retail spaces in six California malls for the back-to-school season this year. Spirit Halloween's 750 store locations include 49 Linens 'n Things and 83 Circuit City locations. (USA Today -- Money)

    Body found alongside railroad tracks  Oct 29, 2009
    He was wearing a blue denim jacket with red flannel lining, a red shirt with the words Crow Fair 2008, green-colored pants, and black and white low-cut tennis shoes. Anyone who saw him in the area or who has information about how he may have died, is asked to contact the Stillwater County Sheriff's Office at 322-5326. (Laurel Outlook, MT)

    Violent father »  Oct 29, 2009
    "Agassi turned pro in 1986, reached his first major final at the French Open in 1990, quickly drew plenty of attention and kept drawing it -- for his service returns, considered by many to be the best in the game; for his quick-as-could-be reflexes at the baseline; for his denim shorts, Day-Glo shirts, flowing hair and dangling earrings; for his two-year marriage to Brooke Shields and friendship with Barbra Streisand that provided fodder for the tabloids.He won Wimbledon in 1992, was ranked No.... (ESPN -- Tennis)

    Alex Carleton is designing a new, edgier clothing line for L.L. Bean  Oct 29, 2009
    Instead of relaxed mom jeans, there are flirty denim skirts. Men s shirts are body-conscious and fitted. (Boston Globe)

    Izzy’s Emporium gives new life to vintage clothes  Oct 29, 2009
    Under Heffron, 35, Izzy s has become the North Shore s go-to for off-price designer denim; their more than 60 brands include Hudson, Paige Premium Denim, True Religion, and Les Halles. Capato, meanwhile, moved to Boston and embarked on various careers, including modeling and costume design. (Boston Globe)

    How to Pack Like a Transformer  Oct 29, 2009
    For a typical five-day business casual trip, Walker will pack two pairs of dark trousers and a pair of black denim jeans ... She adds that a denim shirt can work with a tie and sport coat, over a turtleneck, or as a light jacket over another shirt or tee-shirt. (Fox News)

    Hit-and-run victim faced broken crossing  Oct 28, 2009
    He was wearing denim jeans and a long-sleeved brown T-shirt. Police said they also want to speak to the driver of a silver Toyota Echo who might have seen the accident. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)

    Celebrities and breast cancer  Oct 28, 2009
    Since 2003, Christina has been a spokesperson for the Lee National Denim Day, which raises millions of dollars for breast cancer education and research ... She was the 1998 spokesperson for the Lee National Denim Day fundraising campaign. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Tommy Hilfiger Continues Growth in the Six Months to 30 September 2009(1)  Oct 28, 2009
    AMSTERDAM, Oct. 28 /CNW/ - Tommy Hilfiger Group today announces that for the six month period to 30 September 2009 total global sales increased by 3. 5% to EUR772 million. (Canada Newswire)

    Jail letters keep couple together  Oct 28, 2009
    Yakee is Latoni's daughter, a wide-eyed 3-year-old in braids and a denim dress. Like her grandmother Jewel, the toddler's words flow freely. (CNN)

    Spring suits  Oct 27, 2009
    One handsome twenty-something wore a three-piece suit fashioned from the darkest wash of denim, topped off with a carefully tilted fedora. Talk about dashing. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)

    * Japans quirky first lady honored as jeans ambassador @HJj  Oct 26, 2009
    The 66-year-old wife of Prime Minister Yukio Hatoyama won the oddly named Best Jeanist Award, a prize given to denim-clad celebrities, together with musicians and artists including Taiwan actor Jerry Yan. Miyuki is wearing jeans in a classy but revolutionary style, industry group the Japan Jeans Association said, adding that the television lifestyle guru projects a positive spirit representing true denim style. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)

    Apfel show highlights her creativity and individuality  Oct 24, 2009
    Apfel does claim, after all, that denim s her favorite fabric. A very different sense of style and fashion is on display in Val. (Boston Globe)

    DeLeon Springs man, 75, robbed at gunpoint  Oct 24, 2009
    The armed man was in his 40s, with dark hair, wearing sunglasses and a light blue denim jacket, with dark pants and a large belt buckle. The other man had dark hair and wore a T-shirt and light-colored pants. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)

    Bayer launches construction management division  Oct 23, 2009
    Its first assignment will be at The Summit in Birmingham for Gloss Premium Denim Bar, a clothing retailer that will open a 2,200-square-foot store next month in the retail development's latest phase. This is a natural fit for us, as Bayer Properties already has a powerful track record in managing the construction of our own projects, said Jeffrey Bayer, president and CEO of Bayer Properties. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)

    Protecting clothes and shoes from a Syracuse winter  Oct 23, 2009
    Salt is very tough on all materials, especially denim. Justin Kaskel, a sophomore finance major, said he learned the hard way. (Daily Orange, NY)

    'Temporary' 77Kids store debuts in Pgh  Oct 22, 2009
    The pop-up store will feature a range of the fledging brand s holiday assortment, including denim, T-shirts, hoodies and sleepwear. The shopping environment is designed to feel deliberately temporary, yet fun and functional, including plywood floors, chalkboard signage throughout, and an eclectic music mix. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)

    VICKERS/It's cotton-picking time  Oct 22, 2009
    "At the gin on Saturday, it was fun to stand in a truck of cotton and see the suction pipe pull cotton to the gin loft for distribution to the gins inside. Once the suction pipe was started, everything was vacuumed up. Occasionally, a crumpled straw hat or a forgotten denim shirt that had somehow gotten tied up in a sheet of cotton, went up the pipe. If someone should ask me to list some of the fun things I did during my childhood, high on the list would be standing under the gin suction pipe... (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)

    Kane and able  Oct 22, 2009
    Repeated rivets decorate ink black jeans and matching denim jacket while an oversized slate grey silk-knit vest and an open cardigan feature the print of an enlarged rivet. As a departure from his iconic gorilla symbol, Kane now references the alligator, where its mouth is emblazoned onto a jersey dress, a jersey tee and a black jersey shopper. (The Star Online, Malaysia)

    Wells Fargo execs dodge pay cuts  Oct 22, 2009
    And even the smallest bits of denim can be repurposed. "Down to the threads, or torn to shreds, we can still keep them out of the landfill," she said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)

    Japans first lady awarded for her style in jeans  Oct 20, 2009
    Miyuki Hatoyama, 66, won the annual prize given to celebrities who look best in denim, along with four Japanese musicians and a Taiwanese actor. The first lady was recognized for "wearing jeans gracefully, with a bit of a revolutionary touch," according to the Japan Jeans Association, which represents denim importers and manufacturers. (MSNBC -- International)

    SA's best-dressed man  Oct 20, 2009
    Distressed denim jeans a raw purple selvedge denim ... A great pair of distressed denims to mix with a basic V, a cardigan or a light leather jacket combined with a scarf and vintage shades ... Next, you need to have a pair of raw selvedge denim jeans which you've been wearing every day through the winter, and by now have amazing character and unique marks. (iAfrica.com)

    Harvest Fair  Oct 19, 2009
    Christmas seasonal attire includes decorated sweaters, casual shirts, designs on T-shirts, denim items topped off with handmade jewelry plus bling and glitzy accessories in purses, wallets, rings, bracelets, neck chains, earrings, lapel pins, caps and sweatshirts among many other items. The Odessa College Philanthropy Club will again host the annual trunk giveaway at 4 p.m. Oct. 25. (Odessa American, TX)

    On the move in 2007 (2)  Oct 18, 2009
    "Tim StevensonAge: 47Tim Stevenson talks about being a pastor at Horizon Community Church Thursday morning in Galt. (/News-Sentinel)Family: Wife of 22 years, Gwen; daughter Stephanie, 21; sons Justin, 19, and Micah, 16.What he does: Stevenson is senior pastor at Horizon Community Church, a Baptist congregation in Galt.Background: Raised in north Stockton, Stevenson graduated from Tokay High School in 1977, attended San Joaquin Delta College and obtained an architecture degree at California State... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)

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