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Published by Aroq Ltd.Tue, 21 May 2013 06:32:43 GMTTue, 21 May 2013 06:32:43 GMTjust-style.com - RSS feedjust-style.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss20Australian surfwear brand Billabong has requested a voluntary suspension of trading in its shares so it can progress takeover discussions with interested parties.http://www.just-style.com/news/billabong-requests-voluntary-share-suspension_id117791.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationThu, 09 May 2013 13:16:00 GMTAustralian surfwear brand Billabong has placed its shares in another trading halt today (7 May) ahead of an update regarding the potential sale of the business.http://www.just-style.com/news/billabong-in-trading-halt-ahead-of-update_id117756.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationTue, 07 May 2013 11:41:00 GMTA positive first quarter for VF Corporation - net profit surged up 25% on last year - was marked by strong performance for The North Face and Vans, and improving margins as jeanswear costs fell.http://www.just-style.com/analysis/falling-jeanswear-costs-boost-vf_id117698.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationTue, 30 Apr 2013 14:20:00 GMTApparel giant VF Corporation has reopened its distribution facility in Hackleburg, two years after it was destroyed in a tornado. http://www.just-style.com/news/vf-reopens-wrangler-distribution-plant-in-hackleburg_id117696.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationTue, 30 Apr 2013 12:16:00 GMTUK-based software provider DeSL has opened a New York City office, close to its growing customer base in the fashion, apparel, textile and footwear sectors.http://www.just-style.com/news/desl-opens-new-york-city-office_id117688.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationMon, 29 Apr 2013 16:20:00 GMTApparel maker VF Corporation has today (26 April) lifted its full-year earnings guidance after reporting a 25.7% jump in first-quarter net profit.http://www.just-style.com/news/vf-lifts-full-year-guidance-on-q1-profit-growth_id117673.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationFri, 26 Apr 2013 14:15:00 GMTBillabong has extended exclusive talks with Sycamore Partners and former Americas boss Paul Naude to consider the potential sale of the Australian surfwear brand. http://www.just-style.com/news/billabong-extends-talks-with-sycamore-partners_id117630.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationWed, 24 Apr 2013 11:27:00 GMTA new study into the impact of the branded clothing sector on the European economy is calling for a shift in thinking when it comes to setting out trade policies to include the full breadth of the industry.http://www.just-style.com/news/study-urges-re-think-on-apparel-trade-policy_id117626.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationTue, 23 Apr 2013 14:27:00 GMTUS women's wear retailer Bebe Stores has appointed Michelle Landgrebe as executive vice president and general merchandising manager of its 2b outlet division.http://www.just-style.com/news/landgrebe-to-lead-bebe-stores-2b-division_id117573.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationThu, 18 Apr 2013 11:50:00 GMTEfforts by a group of US apparel brands and retailers to persuade the Peruvian government to repeal legislation that allows the use of short-term contracts in the country's garment industry have, as yet, generated no formal response, just-style has learnt.http://www.just-style.com/news/calls-for-labour-reform-a-hot-button-issue_id117534.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationMon, 15 Apr 2013 16:15:00 GMTThe Guatemalan government has agreed to enforce its labour laws - finally resolving a complaint filed in 2008 by the US government under the Dominican Republic-Central America Free Trade Agreement (DR-CAFTA).http://www.just-style.com/news/agrees-enforced-labour-laws-under-dr-cafta_id117508.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationFri, 12 Apr 2013 11:20:00 GMTAustralian surfwear brand Billabong will enter ten days of exclusive talks with a consortium led by the former boss of the brand's America's division after the group cut its bid by 45% to AUD0.60 per share.http://www.just-style.com/news/billabong-in-exclusive-talks-as-bid-cut-to-aud287m_id117474.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationTue, 09 Apr 2013 11:42:00 GMTThe complicated mix of legal requirements, standards and certification schemes facing brands and retailers when managing chemicals in the apparel supply chain was outlined at the recent Prime Source Forum in Hong Kong. And the over-riding message is that the industry must collaborate if it is to move forward on the issue.http://www.just-style.com/analysis/chemical-challenges-reveal-crazy-complexity_id117458.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationMon, 08 Apr 2013 10:37:00 GMTBillabong has indefinitely suspended its shares from trading as it continues takeover talks with its two suitors. http://www.just-style.com/news/billabong-suspends-shares-as-it-extends-talks_id117445.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationThu, 04 Apr 2013 12:28:00 GMTAs retailers struggle to differentiate themselves from their peers, and have little room to manoeuvre when it comes to mark-ups and markdowns, there's a growing awareness that the supply chain can contribute to improved efficiency and a competitive edge.http://www.just-style.com/analysis/unlocking-the-value-of-the-supply-chain_id117420.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationWed, 03 Apr 2013 14:51:00 GMTAustralian surfwear brand Billabong has halted trading in its shares while negotiations continue with its two suitors. http://www.just-style.com/news/billabong-halts-trading-as-takeover-talks-continue_id117422.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationTue, 02 Apr 2013 11:42:00 GMTMen's wear clothing brand John Varvatos Enterprises (JVE) has implemented the FashionManager solution from RLM Apparel Software Systems to increase visibility and efficiency across its demand to delivery processes.http://www.just-style.com/news/john-varvatos-goes-live-with-fashionmanager-erp_id117418.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationTue, 02 Apr 2013 13:35:00 GMTOverseeing international operations for one of the world's most-recognised brands, Tim Wheeler paints a picture of a business model fine-tuned for success.http://www.just-style.com/interview/tim-wheeler-president-international-division-jockey_id117319.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationThu, 28 Mar 2013 13:40:00 GMTApparel sales in the Asia Pacific region are continuing on a golden growth trajectory despite a slowdown in China. Domestic brands are continuing to hold their own, and foreign brands intent on making further inroads are increasingly focusing on lower-tier cities for growth.http://www.just-style.com/analysis/apparel-sales-in-asia-pacific_id117368.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationWed, 27 Mar 2013 11:31:00 GMTFeatured reports from just-style's research store this week include a look at innovation within water sports apparel, a summary of designer collaborations at H&M, and an overview of clothing and footwear retailing in Europe.http://www.just-style.com/analysis/just-styles-research-roundup_id117369.aspx?utm_source=company-feed&utm_medium=rss-feed&utm_campaign=rss-feed&utm_content=vf-corporationMon, 25 Mar 2013 10:51:00 GMT