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New Designer Collection from Victoria’s Secret
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Victoria’s Secret has launched its first upscale line, aptly called The Victoria’s Secret Designer Collection, aiming to compete with high-end lingerie brands and attract more sophisticated shoppers.
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Karnation Intimate Apparel Retail Profile
A Q&A with Michelle Meyer, president and key buyer of Karnation Intimate Apparel of Idaho.
» I want to read more about Karnation Intimate ApparelJockey, Times Three Partner for Shapewear
Jockey International, Inc. is teaming up with Times Three Clothier LLC, producer of the Yummie Tummie brand, to launch a collection of Jockey shapewear.
» I want to read more and receive info from Jockey InternationalPatricia Fieldwalker of Vancouver Relocates
Canadian company Patricia Fieldwalker Lingerie has relocated from 1533 W. 75th Ave. to 1682 W. 75th Ave. in Vancouver, British Columbia as of Feb. 1. Phone and fax numbers have not changed.
» I want to read more and receive info from Patricia FieldwalkerShorts by Sexxy Brazil Work for Swim, Dance
Wholesale sexy swimwear, dancewear and intimate apparel company Sexxy Brazil’s booty short styles are a hit with retailers across several markets.
» I want to read more and receive info from Sexxy BrazilFalke Legwear Debuts New Shine Collection
New for autumn/winter 2012, European legwear brand Falke has premiered Pure Shine 15 — state-of-the-art transparent hosiery with a seductive shine.
» I want to read more and receive info from FalkeNew Slimming Fitness Apparel from Lytess
French shapewear brand Lytess has expanded its microencapsulated technology to slimming activewear.
» I want to read more and receive info from LytessEva Walsh Rejoins Dallas Market Center
Dallas Market Center, a Texas wholesale marketplace, has named Eva Walsh vice president of business development.
» I want to read more and receive info from Dallas Market CenterLeg Avenue to Exhibit Burlesque at CURVENV
Leg Avenue announced it will show its 2012 Burlesque Collection at this month’s CURVExpo in Las Vegas.
» I want to read more and receive info from Leg AvenueLeg Avenue Reports Paris Success
Sexy lingerie, costume and hosiery brand Leg Avenue showed its latest collections at the Jan. 21 to 23 Salon de la Lingerie in Paris to a great response from international retailers.
» I want to read more and receive info from Leg AvenueMarlies Dekkers NYC Showroom Closes
BODY Magazine has learned that high-end lingerie brand Marlies Dekkers has closed its New York City showroom. Representative Hester van den Berg is no longer with the company as of Dec. 15, 2011.
» I want to read more and receive info from Marlies DekkersChantelle’s 2012 Styles
For spring/summer 2012, iconic French lingerie brand Chantelle is updating its classic ranges while adding new looks that add fashionable twists to comfortable, dependable basic lingerie.
» I want to read more and receive info from ChantelleLa Perla to Open Bucharest Boutique
Upscale lingerie brand La Perla will open its first Bucharest, Romania store.
» I want to read more and receive info from La PerlaAttendance Up at Paris Shows
Organizing company Eurovet reported increased key figures at the 2012 Interfilère Paris and Salon International de la Lingerie trade shows, held Jan. 21 to 23, 2012 at Paris-Expo, Porte de Versailles.
» I want to read more and receive info from EurovetNew Halloween 2012 Looks from Leg Avenue
Leg Avenue premiered its hottest new costume styles at its January show at the Aria in Las Vegas.
» I want to read more and receive info from Leg AvenueDreamgirl’s Halloween 2012 Runway Preview
During Dreamgirl’s exclusive sneak peek at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas, the company held runway events featuring its new 2012 Halloween styles, with looks including flappers, unicorns and gangsters.
» I want to read more and receive info from DreamgirlMusic Legs Premieres New Styles in Las Vegas
Music Legs held its first early show on Jan. 4 to 6 at the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas.
» I want to read more and receive info from Music LegsLeg Avenue Show Highlights NBA Line
This year, the Leg Avenue design team brought its NBA game.
» I want to read more and receive info from Leg AvenueDreamgirl Shows 2012 Looks in Las Vegas
Dreamgirl International hosted its extremely successful fifth annual "Let’s Make a Deal" show Jan. 5 to 6, 2012 at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Las Vegas.
» I want to read more and receive info from DreamgirlRoyce Launches New Wirefree Full-Cup Style
U.K.-based Royce Lingerie has introduced a new intimates style that will premiere at the Moda Lingerie & Swimwear Show in the U.K. as well as CURVExpo in the U.S. in February.
» I want to read more and receive info from RoyceKnock out! Introduces Innovative Reversi-Tee
Following the announcement of its forthcoming expansion into men’s underwear, Knock out! Smart Panties will introduce a new product for women at CURVExpo: the Reversi-Tee.
» I want to read more and receive info from Knock Out PantiesFashion Forms Keeps Up Advertising Push
Intimates and accessories producer Fashion Forms is continuing its multimillion-dollar aggressive consumer advertising push in February with a full-page ad in InStyle featuring the company’s U-Plunge Backless Strapless Bra.
» I want to read more and receive info from Fashion FormsInternational Intimates Licenses Isaac Mizrahi
Xcel Brands, Inc. announced the finalization of an exclusive agreement giving International Intimates, Inc. the license to develop, manufacture and distribute lingerie, shapewear and nightwear for the Isaac Mizrahi New York brand.
» I want to read more and receive info from Rene RofeConsortium to Take Over Lejaby
A French commercial court settled on a bid from a consortium led by Alain Prost for the takeover of insolvent lingerie brand Lejaby.
» I want to read more and receive info from LejabyCairoli Named President of Laura Ashley
Laura Ashley, Inc. has announced Penne Cairoli has been named president of the company and will oversee licensing and e-commerce operations for North and South America.
» I want to read more and receive info from Laura AshleyWomen Within Launches Activewear Collection
Woman Within, part of the OneStopPlus Group, has announced the launch of WW Active, a collection of activewear, accessories and exercise equipment geared toward plus-size women.
» I want to read more and receive info from RedcatsInterfilière Hong Kong Dates Finalized
Organizing company Eurovet has announced the Interfilière Hong Kong lingerie and beachwear trade event will be held March 29 to 30, 2012 in Hall 5G at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
» I want to read more and receive info from EurovetSassybax Introduces New Shaping Styles
Sassybax is introducing a convertible shaping skirt and shaping tank top, versatile pieces that are perfect for home or travel.
» I want to read more and receive info from SassybaxOh La La Cheri Adds 4 in Design, Sales, Service
Oh La La Cheri, the Florida-based lingerie firm that sells in both the sexy and traditional categories, continues to expand with the hiring of 4 new employees.
» I want to read more and receive info from Oh La La CheriMaclovia Introduces New Men’s Designs
Following up a debut collection consisting of classic black and white styles, Denver-based men’s underwear brand Maclovia has released a number of colorful, fashionable new looks.
» I want to read more and receive info from MacloviaTefron, Cifra Partner for Seamless Apparel
Israel-based intimate apparel and sportswear maker Tefron Ltd. has partnered with Italy-based hosiery and intimates company Cifra S.p.A. to produce a a collection of lingerie, shapewear and activewear using innovative warp-knit seamless production technology.
» I want to read more and receive info from CifraDerek Rose Releases Autumn/Winter Lines
London-based luxury nightwear brand Derek Rose has unveiled its autumn/winter 2012 collections for men and women.
» I want to read more and receive info from Derek RoseShirley of Hollywood Releases 2012 Catalog
Manufacturer and wholesaler Shirley of Hollywood has come out with its latest catalog, the 2012 Big Book, encompassing a range of new and bestselling sexy lingerie styles.
» I want to read more and receive info from Shirley of HollywoodEtam’s Publicity Stunt Denounced by Museum
French lingerie company Etam decided to promote their spring/summer collection by turning three underwear-clad models loose in Paris’ famed Musée d’Orsay, home to a extensive art collection and hundreds of visitors. But the staff of the Musée d’Orsay was not impressed by the models’ antics, and has hinted it may bring legal action against the lingerie group, which posted a video of the event on its website.
» I want to read more and receive info from EtamLenzing, One-A in Patent Dispute
Global Lyocell/Tencel fiber producer Lenzing AG has announced the company will be taking legal action to protect its patents from Austrian engineering firm One-A Engineering Austria GmbH.
» I want to read more and receive info from LenzingPink Lipstick is New Brand from René Rofé
BODY Magazine publisher and editor-in-chief Nick Monjo interviewed Wilson Kello, creative director of International Intimates, about the introduction of Pink Lipstick, the company’s newest sexy collection.
» I want to read more and receive info from Rene RofeCoconut Grove Granted Wick’em License
Wick’em Bra Liners, an innovative product designed to absorb moisture and prevent skin irritation, has chosen Coconut Grove Intimates to manufacture, market, sell and distribute the brand.
» I want to read more and receive info from Coconut GroveAllure Intimate Apparel to Open New Store
Allure Intimate Apparel, a chain of lingerie stores in the Midwest, will open a new location at the upscale Galleria shopping center in Edina, Minn.
» I want to read more and receive info from Allure Intimate ApparelDogi Recognized by Interfilière Paris
Spanish textile group Dogi has been named designer of the year for 2012 by the Paris Capitale de la Creation trade show in conjunction with Interfilière Paris.
» I want to read more and receive info from DogiVelda Lauder Premieres Purple Heart Collection
Velda Lauder Corsetiere, a U.K. producer of high-end corsets and acccessories, has unveiled its newest collection, Purple Heart.
» I want to read more and receive info from Velda LauderLa Femme Privée Profile
A Q&A with Liz Wideman, president and key buyer at La Femme Privée in Kitchener, Ontario.
» I want to read more about La Femme PriveeShapeez Silkie Offers Shaping, Minimizing
When shapewear producer Shapeez expanded its line last year, the company listened to customer feedback, particularly requests for a soft cup that didn’t add any size to the bust.
» I want to read more and receive info from ShapeezQ&A: The Plus-Size Intimates Market
Over the past year, BODY Magazine has noticed changes in the plus-size intimate apparel market, encompassing all aspects from fit and design to variety and availability.
» I want to read the reportNordstrom Retail Profile
A company background and the current intimates sales at one of the leading department stores in the United States.
» I want to read more about NordstromUnico Premieres New Men’s Swim Styles
Colombian men’s swimwear and underwear producer Mundo Unico is ringing in 2012 with new fun, sexy swimwear looks.
» I want to read more and receive info from UnicoBragel Unveils New Innovations
Bragel International has unveiled several innovative new styles and products for 2012.
» I want to read more and receive info from BragelAlshaya Plans La Senza Revamp
Kuwait-based retail group Alshaya has announced plans to bring a fresh look its newly acquired La Senza stores.
» I want to read more and receive info from La SenzaSoma Launches Bra Donation Campaign
Soma Intimates has announced a new bra donation campaign as part of its "Giving Is Beautiful" initiative to collect intimate apparel for survivors of domestic violence.
» I want to read more and receive info from Chico’sNew Styles, Sales from BodyZone Apparel
Wholesale clubwear and dancewear company BodyZone Apparel has revamped its popular Uncensored and Naughty Sexxy Collections.
» I want to read more and receive info from BodyZoneLa Senza U.K. Acquired by Alshaya
Kuwait-based retail franchise operator M.H. Alshaya Company has acquired the rights to the La Senza brand in the U.K. and 60 retail stores.
» I want to read more and receive info from La SenzaDreamgirl Expands 2012-13 Diamond Lines
Dreamgirl International is expanding its Diamond Collection packaged lingerie lines to incorporate the latest runway trends for 2012-2013.
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Industry Vets Launch White Space Marketing
Apparel industry veteran Raymond Nadeau has launched consulting practice White Space Marketing LLC, a strategic firm specializing in new business and product development, brand building, retail merchandising and category management.
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Retail Sales Up in December 2011
According to a release from the U.S. Census Bureau, seasonally adjusted retail sales of apparel, footwear and accessories in December 2011 rose 0.7 percent from the prior month and 5.8 percent from December 2010.
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India Loosens Restrictions on Retailers
After initially suspending a plan that would allow foreign retailers to own any more than 51 percent of their stores, India’s government ratified a decision to allow international companies full ownership of stores selling a single brand.
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Mothercare 3q Sales Up 3%
Mothercare PLC, a U.K.-based retailer of maternity and nursing apparel, reported a 3 percent increase in worldwide sales for the company’s fiscal third quarter ended Jan. 7, 2012.
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Urban Outfitters C.E.O. Resigns
Specialty retailer Urban Outfitters, Inc. announced the resignation of chief executive officer Glen T. Senk on Jan. 9, 2012. He is succeeded by Richard A. Hayne, president and chairman of the board of directors.
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Delta Galil, Jones Cease Jeanswear Sale Talks
Delta Galil Industries Ltd. has announced the termination of all discussions regarding the potential acquisition of The Jones Group, Inc.’s jeanswear division.
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Lululemon Founder Steps Down
Chip Wilson, founder, chairman and chief innovation and branding officer of yoga and activewear retailer Lululemon Athletica, Inc. announced he will resign his executive position as of Jan. 29, 2012. He will continue to serve as chairman of the board of directors.
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Van de Velde Revenue Rises 8.2%
Belgian lingerie company Van de Velde reported a 8.2 percent increase in revenue in 2011.
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Sears Holdings to Shutter Stores
Sears Holdings Corp. has announced it plans to close between 100 and 120 Kmart and Sears full-line stores — approximately 5 percent of its total locations.
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Limited Brands’ December Sales Up 7%
Limited Brands, Inc., the parent company of Victoria’s Secret and Canadian lingerie chain La Senza, reported a sales increase of 7 percent for the five weeks ended Dec. 31, 2011.
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Retailers Affected by Payment Regulations
A report from Steve Kimberling of Intimate Payments is alerting retailers that new federal regulations for electronic payment transactions going into effect January 2012 may have dramatic business effects.
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Frederick’s 1q Loss Nearly Doubles
Frederick’s of Hollywood Group, Inc. reported that its first-quarter net loss expanded to $2.3 million, or 6 cents a share, from $1.2 million, or 3 cents a share, in the year-ago period.
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India Suspends International Retail Plan
After introducing a plan that would allow foreign retailers to open and expand in the country, India’s governing Congress Party announced that the plan was being suspended.
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Tefron Reports 67% Revenue Growth in 3q
Israel-based activewear and intimate apparel producer Tefron Ltd. reported a 67.4 percent increase in sales for the third quarter of 2011.
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Limited Brands Reports Nov. Sales, Issues Dividend
A strong Black Friday turnout at Victoria’s Secret stores pushed parent company Limited Brands’ November revenue up 7 percent, beating analysts’ estimates.
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Charming Shoppes Reports Sales, Fashion Bug Divestiture
Charming Shoppes, Inc., parent company of specialty retailers Lane Bryant, Catherines and Fashion Bug, reported a 7 percent decrease in sales for the third quarter of 2011. The company also announced plans to divest Fashion Bug and focus on accelerating the growth of the Lane Bryant brand.
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Syms Corp. Auctions Assets
Syms Corp. has announced it is auctioning its intellectual property assets as part of its liquidation process.
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Saudi Arabia Enforces Lingerie Shop Changes
The Saudi Arabian government has given the country’s lingerie shops three months to replace all male employees with females in response to a measure passed this summer by King Abdullah bin Abdul-Aziz Al Saud.
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Maidenform 3q Profit Down 20%
Maidenform Brands reported a 20 percent drop in third-quarter earnings due to weaker-than-expected sales and high inventory amounts that led to increased liquidation costs.
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Syms, Filene’s Basement to Close
Discount retailer Syms Corp. and its subsidiary, Filene’s Basement, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and announced plans to liquidate inventory and close its remaining stores.
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Sycamore Acquires 51% of Limited’s Sourcing Co.
Sycamore Partners, a New York-based private equity firm, has acquired a 51 percent controlling interest in Mast Global Fashions, the third-party apparel sourcing division of Limited Brands, Inc.
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Target Plans In-Store Specialty Shops
Major retailer Target announced it would open "The Shops at Target," a collection of boutiques offering limited-edition merchandise within its established stores.
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Zimbabwe Bans Sale of Secondhand Lingerie
After finding out that many Zimbabwean women obtain lingerie and intimate apparel at flea markets and through used clothing vendors, Finance Minister Tendai Biti introduced a ban on purchasing secondhand underwear.
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American Apparel Financing Deal Stalls
Los Angeles-based retailer American Apparel may need to find a new avenue for financing as negotiations with a private equity firm have stalled.
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J. Crew 3q Profits Fall 43%
J. Crew Group, Inc. reported that its profit for the third quarter of 2011 fell 43 percent from 2010 due to higher interest expense and operating costs.
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Lululemon 3q Sales, Revenue Up
Yoga apparel and activewear retailer Lululemon Athletica, Inc. reported an increase in sales and revenue for the third quarter ended Oct. 30, but gave a cautious outlook for the current quarter based on the rising cost of materials.
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American Eagle 3q Profit Jumps 87%
Young adult clothing and intimate apparel retailer American Eagle Outfitters reported an 87.3 percent jump in profit for the third quarter of 2011.
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Sears Reports Wide 3q Loss
Retailer Sears Holdings Corp. reported a loss of $421 million, or $3.95 a share, compared with a loss of $218 million, or $1.98 a share, in the third quarter of 2010.
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3q Profit Up 19% at Ross Stores
Discount apparel, intimate apparel and accessories retailer Ross Stores, Inc. reported a 19 percent increase in profit compared to the third quarter of 2010.
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Abercrombie & Fitch 3q Affected by Higher Costs
Despite a jump in sales, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. reported a 1.8 percent rise in earnings for the third quarter as cost pressures weakened its margins.
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Neiman Marcus 1q Profit Up 88%
Leading retailer Neiman Marcus Group, Inc. reported an 88 percent surge in first-quarter earnings due to stronger sales and lower interest expense.
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Gap Inc. Opens Hong Kong Flagship
U.S. retailer Gap Inc. announced the launch of its first flagship store in Hong Kong, the company’s ninth location in the Greater China region.
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Indiana ’Lingerie Modeling’ Business Shut Down
A Lafayette, Indiana "lingerie modeling" business was shut down by local police after law enforcement allegedly received a series of tips that the business was engaging in lewd, illegal activities.
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Chico’s 3q Profit Drops 8%
Chico’s FAS, Inc., parent company of Chico’s, White House Black Market and Soma Intimates stores, announced third-quarter net income totaling $26.5 million, or 16 cents a share, down from $28.8 million, or 16 cents a share, in the same period one year ago.
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TJX 3q Profits Rise 9.2%
The TJX Companies, Inc., parent of off-price retailers Marshalls, T.J. Maxx and HomeGoods, reported a 9.2 percent rise in profits for the third quarter of 2011, leading the company to increase its fourth-quarter sales guidance.
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Dillard’s Reports Record 3q Earnings
Dillard’s, Inc. reported an 85 percent jump in net income for the third quarter of 2011. Net income reached $26.6 million, or 50 cents a share, up from $14.4 million, or 22 cents a share, in the third quarter of 2010.
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Lululemon Employee Convicted of Killing Co-Worker
Former Lululemon Athletica employee Brittany Norwood was found guilty of killing co-worker Jayna Murray in the Bethesda, Md. store where they worked.
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Delta Galil Reports 19% Rise in 3q Profit
Net profit for Delta Galil Industries, Ltd. came to $7.7 million, up 19 percent from $6.5 million in the third quarter last year.
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Hanesbrands 3q Income Up 48.1%
Hanesbrands reported strong third-quarter growth, including a 48.1 percent increase in net income and a 4.8 percent increase in net sales.
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Warnaco 3q Net Revenues Increase 8%
The Warnaco Group, Inc. reported that net revenues in the third quarter increased 8 percent to $645.1 million, while international net revenues grew 16 percent and direct-to-consumer net revenues increased 31 percent over the comparable period in 2010.
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Frederick’s of Hollywood Reports 4q Losses
Frederick’s of Hollywood showed better comparable store sales in the fourth quarter, but ultimately ended fiscal year 2011 in the red.
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Iconix 3q Revenue, Income Falls
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. reported a 5.3 percent decrease in income and a 4.3 percent decrease in revenue for the third quarter of 2011.
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Saks to Close N.C. OFF 5TH Store
Saks Inc. has announced plans to close its Morrisville, N.C. OFF 5TH store by Jan. 1, 2012.
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Hot Topic 3q Profit Rises, Sales Fall
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Gap 3q Profit Falls 36%
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