DEV PATEL AND STEPHEN FRY WEAR BURBERRY TO THE BAFTA BRITANNIA AWARDS IN LOS ANGELES
London, 6 November 2009 – Burberry dressed British actor Dev Patel and British TV presenter Stephen Fry at The BAFTA Britannia Awards which took place at The Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles last night.

Dev Patel, who was presenting an award at the ceremony, wore a steel blue mohair 2-button suit, white tuxedo pleated dress shirt, tie and black smooth leather lace up boots all by Burberry.

Stephen Fry wore a black 2-button suit, white tuxedo pleat dress shirt and a black bow tie all by Burberry to host the awards ceremony.

BURBERRY CELEBRATES NEW FLAGSHIP STORE IN TORONTO

Burberry celebrated the recent opening of its new flagship store on Bloor Street in Toronto, Canada.

Over 400 guests attended the event at the store including Ali Larter and Milla Jovavich who wore Burberry.

Music on the evening was provided by British DJ Tom Guinness who features in the Autumn Winter 2009 Burberry ad campaign and who was flown in from London for the event.

The 9,000 square foot two story Burberry store, located on Bloor Street, opened in October 2009.

The store carries a full range of ready-to-wear for both men and women from the Burberry Prorsum, Burberry London, Burberry Brit collections as well as Burberry Sport, Childrenswear and accessories.

The store on Bloor Street opened with the new Burberry store design concept, developed by Burberry Creative Director Christopher Bailey, where intrinsically British materials and themes are used throughout in a contemporary way.

Paul Smith is proud to present “British Birds and Dogs” an exhibition showcasing the work of Robert Clarke, who specializes in painting birds and more recently dogs. Below Robert describes in his own words why it is that he enjoys painting birds and dogs.

“My love of birds generally comes from years of playing golf with my Dad and him telling me what those birds were in the hedges and on the course. I’m now almost able to match his knowledge and spotted a long - tailed tit which he ummmed and arrrrred about.
The dogs are a different kettle of fish….On stablizers riding through Wardown Park aged 3 , I was knocked from my bike by a massive German Shepherd called Timber . This beast then straddled me and barked, for what at the time seemed a minute or two, drool slobbering over me before my Grandad pulled him off. The dog had no owner and roamed the park like ferrel animal. I should have known better …I disliked dog’s from then on….well big dogs anyway.

Then in 2002 I got a little Jack Russell called Bill and went to a puppy club, I was passing around all types of hounds…Bassett, Pit bull (called Nike),poodles and the likes. I saw dogs in a different light… That really is why I like painting and drawing them both”

Birds and Dogs
3rd - 19th November
Paul Smith “Globe”
Terminal 5 Departure Lounge
Heathrow

The New Balance 460 sets a new trend for Holiday 2009 with color shifting synthetic. The low profile silhouette brings forth a feminine feel for the athletic-minded woman. Available in: blue/green mesh with color shifting synthetic and pink/green mesh with color shifting synthetic.

CHRISTOPHER BAILEY CELEBRATES NEW BURBERRY STORE IN SINGAPORE

3 November 2009 – Tonight Burberry Creative Director Christopher Bailey celebrated the recent opening of the new Burberry store in Ion Orchard, Singapore.

Over 500 guests attended the event at the store including Burberry Chief Executive Angela Ahrendts, Won Bin, Li Bing Bing, Liu Wen, Zoe Tay, Christopher Lee, Kit Chan, Joi Chua, Jaclyn Tay, Wong Li Lin, Terence Cao, Allan Wu, Huang Shi Nan, Phyllis Quek, Irene Ang, Rebecca Tan, Angela May, Beatrice ChiaIRichmond, Tan Kheng Hua, Amy Cheng, Jimmy T, Celeste Chong, Celiia The, Huda Ali, Jane Chong, Amelia Awi, Junita Simon and Gladys Pua all of whom wore Burberry.

The store was transformed for the evening with an innovative digital concept event - giant video screens projected the Spring Summer 2010 Burberry catwalk shows and a blogging suite was installed allowing bloggers to post comments and status updates onto their blogs and social media sites directly from the event.

Music on the evening was provided by British DJ Chris Gove who was flown in for the event.

The 9000 square foot Burberry store over one floor, which is located at heart of Singapore’s Orchard Road shopping district, and opened in July 2009, is the largest Burberry store in South East Asia.

The store carries a full range of ready-to-wear for both men and women from the Burberry Prorsum, Burberry London, Burberry Brit collections as well as Burberry Sport and childrenswear collections.

The Burberry accessories collection is also available in the store including a range of limited edition exotic leather accessories in the store designed exclusively to mark the opening of the largest Burberry store in the South East Asia region.

The store at Ion Orchard opened with the new Burberry store design concept, developed by Burberry Creative Director Christopher Bailey, where intrinsically British materials and themes are used throughout in a contemporary way.

THE COMPETITION

Jimmy Choo and Elton John AIDS Foundation have launched a photo competition to support the launch of Project PEP, a charity collection that donates 25% of sales to the Simelela Rape Centre in South Africa. The money goes towards providing the HIV-preventative treatment PEP (which must be taken within 72 hours of exposure to HIV) and counselling to victims of rape in South Africa, which has the highest count of rape in the world.

PRIZES

The overall winners will be announced after the competition close on 7th December. On offer is a Grand Prize of the ultimate Jimmy Choo VIP experience – the winner will be invited to spend a day of luxury and the Jimmy Choo HQ and choose 7 pairs of shoes and 2 handbags to keep. Plus over 100 exclusive Jimmy Choo prizes will also be awarded.

United Nude Opens a new Amsterdam flagship store

A new milestone for the architetural shoe brand

United Nude, a brand founded by architect Rem D Koolhaas and Galahad JD Clark opens a flagship store in Amsterdam on October 22, 2009. Located in the prestigious city center address of Spuistraat 125, United Nude presents their concept, the Wall of Light™. United Nude is distributed in over 300 points of sale worldwide in over 30 territories. Up next for the brand in early 2010, are flagship stores in Shanghai and New York.

The Store Concept

From injection moulded shoes to high-end carbon fiber heels, United Nude is a brand founded on conceptual design, elegance and innovation. The characteristics of the brands products and DNA are also evident in the interior design of the flagship store, designed by brand Creative Director and architect Rem D Koolhaas. The store is a “dark-shop” concept which means the store is completely dark in all areas other than those where the products are showcased and literally highlighted. The most important and prominent element of the store design is the Wall of Light™, a computer-controlled LED wall which displays the United Nude products as a work of art encapsulated in geometric frames.

At the store opening in his hometown of Amsterdam, Creative Director Rem D Koolhaas reflected on the completion of the store design by saying “This opening is one of the proudest moments of United Nude this far. It completes the representation of the brand..”

Open seven days a week, the United Nude store is adjacent to Dam Square behind Magna Plaza.

Store Hours
Monday to Saturday: 10:30am to 7:30pm
Sundays: Noon to 6pm

United Nude - Spuistraat 125A - Amsterdam

The new Thug or Angel brand is a direct tribute to Tupac Amaru Shakur, the original Thug Angel. The brand chose to introduce the question into the 2pac contridicition in terms as a recognition that the Angel superseded in Thug in the end. Kitmeout has been informed the brand will develop an innovative collection of curb to boutique menswear including knitwear and denim.

Tupac Amaru Shakur (June 16, 1971 – September 13, 1996), also known by his stage names 2Pac (or simply Pac) and Makaveli, was an American rapper. He has sold 75 million albums to date and is one of the best-selling music artists in the world. In addition to his status as a top-selling recording artist, Shakur was a promising actor and a social activist. Most of Shakur’s songs are about growing up amid violence and hardship in ghettos, racism, problems in society and conflicts with other rappers. Shakur’s work is known for advocating egalitarianism.Shakur was initially a roadie and backup dancer for the alternative hip hop group Digital Underground.

On the night of September 7, 1996, Shakur was shot four times in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada. He died six days later of respiratory failure and cardiac arrest at the University Medical Center.

Sugar Cane Jeans on Broadway. Finian’s Rainbow is being revived Broadway and is surprisingly relevant to our time. The show has a great cast full of Broadway favorites such as Tony Award Winner Jim Norton, Tony Award Winner Chuck Cooper, and Xanadu’s Cheyenne Jackson, along with many other talented and upcoming actors. The leading man, Cheyenne Jackson can be found wearing Sugar Cane jeans.

With a sparkling score of beloved standards and a whimsical story that dances between romance, satire and fairy tale, FINIAN’S RAINBOW is a musical theater treasure.

Set in the mythical southern state of Missitucky, FINIAN’S RAINBOW pits a charming Irish dreamer and his headstrong daughter against the host of complications that await them in their newly adopted land: a bigoted southern Senator, a credit crisis, a pesky leprechaun and, of course, a complicated love affair that gives birth to some of the most witty, charming and heartfelt songs ever written for the stage.

Kitmeout has received an exclusive sneek preview of the forthcoming Red Monkey Company denim and apparel collection.
Rumour has it there will be both an evolution of the world-renowned and widely emulated Red Monkey style in addition to a significant deviation from tradition resulting in a collection of innovative and mind-blowing designs.

Martin Ksohoh continues to be the most innovative fashion designer in Hong Kong x China,
building on his unrivaled experience and deep understanding of Eastern fashion and tradition, and his open-armed exposure to Western style and culture - SOHO HK!

TAILORED LINE represents the pinnacle of the successful premium menswear line BOSS Selection. Building on the rich sartorial heritage of HUGO BOSS, the collection takes superlative tailoring to a new, transcendent level. Contemporary design is paired with time-honored workmanship and personal service to create an inimitably modern form of luxury – made in Germany.

The finest fabrics and handcrafted details cater to the connoisseur – who will instantly appreciate the unique wearing experience and the natural elegance of full-canvas finishing.

HRH THE PRINCE OF WALES OFFICIALLY OPENS BURBERRY GLOBAL HEADQUARTERS

“We are delighted to welcome HRH The Prince of Wales to Horseferry House our new global headquarters in London, particularly as the Royal Family have such a long association with Burberry. We are honoured that he will officially inaugurate the building and take the time to meet the amazing team. It is a privilege to share Burberry’s unique heritage and strategic vision as we continue to expand and celebrate our Britishness around the world.“
Angela Ahrendts, Burberry Chief Executive

London, 29 October 2009 – Today HRH The Prince of Wales officially opened the new Burberry global headquarters at Horseferry House in Westminster.

Accompanied by Burberry CEO Angela Ahrendts and Creative Director Christopher Bailey, His Royal Highness was given a tour of the 160,000 square foot headquarters.

Burberry design teams took HRH The Prince of Wales through the latest collections including innovations of the classic Burberry trench coat and trademark check.

During his visit, His Royal Highness also met several Burberry long service employees who have been with the company for over 25 years.

Led by Christopher Bailey, the dynamic interior of Horseferry House has been designed with reference to the quintessentially British values that the brand represents.

The new Burberry headquarters in London, totalling 160,000 sq ft over eight floors, houses over 800 employees and comprises cutting edge show rooms, design studios, modern contemporary office space and photo studios together with the exterior architectural features of the original 1930s building.

To commemorate his visit, HRH The Prince of Wales was presented with a gabardine walking jacket made at the Burberry outerwear factory in Castleford, North Yorkshire and an iconic trademark check cashmere scarf made in Elgin, Scotland.

The Burberry Foundation also announces today that it is making a grant to the Prince’s Foundation for Children & the Arts (TPF) to support ‘DesignQuest’ which will link Kensington Palace, the Fashion and Textile Museum, the V&A, and the Museum of London with 4-6 secondary schools in London.

“We are also thrilled that the Burberry Foundation is able to present The Prince’s Foundation for Children and The Arts with a donation. These charitable organisations share a common vision to help young people be awakened and inspired by the arts, allowing them to follow their dreams. This wonderful opportunity gives the Burberry Foundation the chance to partner with another excellent and highly respected British charity. ”
Angela Ahrendts, Burberry Chief Executive on The Burberry Foundation donation

BURBERRY FACT SHEET

ROYAL WARRANTS
1955 Burberry awarded Royal Warrant by HM The Queen Elizabeth II as weatherproofers.
1990 Burberry awarded Royal Warrant by HRH The Prince of Wales as outfitters

BURBERRY
Burberry was founded in 1856 and is listed on the FTSE100 with a current market cap of £1.8bn.

Burberry is a uniquely positioned global luxury brand with a multi-category competency: womenswear, menswear, non-apparel and childrenswear - with innovative outerwear as the foundation.

Burberry is rated among the top ten global luxury brands and possesses one of the most recognised icon portfolios in the world including the trench coat, trademark check and Prorsum horse logo. Burberry has successfully grown on the founding principles of quality, function and modern classic style, rooted in the integrity of its outerwear.

As a major British exporter, over 90% of Burberry sales are outside of the UK. Burberry employs approximately 2000 in the UK and around 6000 people globally.

Strategic themes
Burberry has five strategic themes to underpin its growth: leverage the franchise; intensify non-apparel development; accelerate retail-led growth; invest in under-penetrated markets; and pursue operational excellence.

Burberry globally
Burberry operates in markets throughout the world, with a balance across major geographic regions and selling through a diversified network of retail, wholesale, licensing and e-commerce channels worldwide.

At 30 September 2009, Burberry had 122 retail stores, 255 concessions, 47 outlets, 90 franchise stores and digital commerce in over 25 countries.

THE BURBERRY FOUNDATION GRANT
Set up in 2008 by Christopher Bailey and Angela Ahrendts, The Burberry Foundation is committed to dedicating global resources to help young people realise their dreams and achieve their goals and potential through the power of their creativity.

The Burberry Foundation invests in select charities focused on supporting young people in the key cities in regions where the majority of Burberry employees live and work, and where they are able to participate in volunteer roles with The Burberry Foundation charity partners on the ground.

The Burberry Foundation grant to the Prince’s Foundation for Children & the Arts (TPF) will help support ‘DesignQuest’ linking with Kensington Palace, the Fashion and Textile Museum, the V&A, and the Museum of London with 4-6 secondary schools in London.

The programme will begin in autumn 2010 and will reach up to 500 young people between ages 11 and 13.

TPF shares the Burberry Foundation’s vision that helping young people to be awakened and inspired by the arts will allow them to follow their own dreams.

HORSEFERRY HOUSE
Burberry relocated to its purpose designed headquarter operations at Horseferry House as part of the Company’s ongoing expansion in December 2008.

Houses over 850 Burberry employees over seven floors. New location enables Burberry to bring together all parts of the enlarged business to operate as one company under one roof.

Look reflects the new design concept and layout within stores with materials used including Corinthian grey marble, dark Oak, trench lacquer, polished black chrome.

State of the art video conferencing facilities in meeting rooms facilitate communication between Burberry offices/ hubs in London, Hong Kong, Japan and New York without the need to travel.

EDUN has collaborated with Dazed & Confused for four limited edition designs. Fifteen percent of the sales of these gorgeous t-shirts and dresses will benefit War Child, the charity committed to protecting children in dangerous war zones around the world.

War Child International is a network of independent organisations, working across the world to help children affected by war.

War Child was founded upon a fundamental goal: to advance the cause of peace through investing hope in the lives of children caught up in the horrors of war.

War Child International currently consists of three implementing offices: War Child Holland, War Child UK and War Child Canada.

These offices operate as equal partners, share the same aims and goals and work together in the field, but are totally autonomous, with independent trustees and financial coordination.

The ninth issue of Acne Paper addresses the dual themes of Art and Spirituality, and explores the relationship between these two inextricably linked areas of study.

The cover story sees a unique collaboration between Tilda Swinton and Paolo Roversi. Other collaborators include David Lynch, Marina Abramovic and Maureen Paley, and an extensive art portfolio is curated by Lisa Rovner and Neville Wakefield.

Chateau Roux clothing was born out of Soho, inspired by the everyday mix of characters just doing their thing. The cut of clothing is completely bespoke and features a great range of graphic tees, hoodies and knitwear worn by the likes of The Killers and The Streets to name but a few!

So when Chateau Roux were approached to take part in a Wish you Were here shop this month they jumped at the chance to swap pie n mash in London’s trendy Carnaby Street for the Stars and Stripes of the Newburgh Quarter. Chateau Roux spent a month in the Lower east side NYC as part of the shop swap to showcase their incredible range of tees, jackets and Minni Rocks vintage pieces at the WYWH New York pop up shop and went down a storm.

Once again, the ongoing revolution in male clothing – a revolution in concept, form and content – is moved forwards in terms of contemporary aesthetics by Giorgio Armani, who rolls out the classic canon of his style with a message of constant elegance. With total self-confidence, a variety of attitudes are expressed through colour, this summer’s star performer, together with oversized graphics that are unmistakably Armani.

Indispensable as ever, shades of grey present a virtuoso display of patterns, from shirts in masculine weaves to ties that define the body or at times seem to blend into the background. A succession of stripes identifies the suits, in a game of graphics that extends down to the shoes. The holiday season and long sunny days of summer are evoked by shades of Havana brown lit up by gleams of light and the shimmer of silk on linen. Suits with a city slant appear super-light in pale, luminous colours teamed with lovely loose pieces like the shirt that recalls a small bomber jacket, or the unlined jacket in distressed treated leather.

Denim plays a vital role: lightweight and treated, it brings an unexpected dimension to casual suits, which sometimes include a waistcoat. The sky blue tones of the shirts, with micro geometric designs that range from stripes to azulejo tile patterns, emphasise the impact of plain white suits. Majorelle blue is either bright for contrast or faded for a touch of relaxed joie de vivre. For an energetic walk there are lace-up two-tone shoes with rope inserts; alternatively, look for versions in woven leather like Viennese straw, or ankle boots in ray-effect tanned leather.

Luxury knitwear label Pringle of Scotland is launching a design competition in association with the British Fashion Council. Students from BFC Colleges Council leading design courses are invited to design five or six outfits for either a womenswear or menswear capsule collection; these designs will be put to a panel of expert judges for consideration.

Students will present their collections during an interview with an advisory committee, which draws from a pool of leading UK and International fashion press and buyers in addition to Joint Chief Executive of the British Fashion Council, Caroline Rush. The competition prize includes a full-time, paid, six-month design position, giving the winner the opportunity to work alongside Pringle Creative Director, Clare Waight Keller. Plus a £1,000 cash prize.

On the competition Clare Waight Keller commented: “I see this as a great opportunity for a talented student to show us something with a real flair, a unique interpretation and strong visual impact representing the brand’s heritage whilst being fresh and modern. I am really looking forward to seeing the results!”

The closing date for entries is 11th December 2009.

Boxfresh vs Berghaus Collaboration

The concept behind these two brands working together is to combine premium qualities from both – design from Boxfresh and technicality from Berghaus – thus resulting in the ultimate outerwear.

The Berghaus collaboration consists of three pieces. Beton is a vintage inspired down Berghaus jacket complete with Boxfresh camo print lining. This lightweight piece has a two tone nylon face for a retrofeel. Features include a fake trim hood, hem drop at the back and insulated with poly for extra warmth.

The Baal jacket has all the technical features one expects from Berghaus with reactive Boxfresh teardrop logo on hood for high visibility during adverse weather conditions. Features include a fold away, adjustable hood with peak and AQ3 fabric which provides the highest level of waterproof breathable weather protection.

The third and final piece is the Habitue Fleece, perfect for bitingly cold days when a waterproof shell is not necessary. Features include a deep snug collar with nylon canvas covered panels for durability. Also has pit zips for ventilation, a drawcord at the hem for added protection against the wind and embroidered logo at the back neck.

New Balance x 686 Snowboard/Sneaker Launch Party

New Balance and snowboard company, 686, celebrated the onset of cool weather with the East Coast launch party for their first-ever collection, 686 Times New Balance Collection held on Thursday night, October 22nd at renowned sneaker store, Concepts, in Cambridge, MA. More than 100 guests attended to view the collection.

ABOUT THE COLLABORATION:

For the first time, New Balance and rider-owned and operated 686 come together to introduce a winter collection of boots, footwear, outerwear and accessories. The collection is a perfect combination of historical legitimacy, quality craftsmanship, technical wisdom and progressive minimalistic design. We call it: 686 Times New Balance.

At the forefront of the 686 X New Balance collection is the 580 Times New Balance Snowboard Boot. The boot combines proprietary New Balance patented technologies including Rollbar stability and Abzorb cushioning along with 686 BOA FOCUS system and Recco avalanche technology. The result is a fully functional, technically advanced snowboard boot with a sneaker-like fit.

To compliment the 686 X New Balance collection, we have customized one of our most celebrated silhouettes- the 580 - with Times collection colors and materials for off-mountain wear.

From its origins in the mid 90’s as a trail running sneaker, to the special modern day partnerships between iconic Japanese brands, the 580 has become a global object of obsession. The 580 Times New Balance Sneaker features timeless design qualities, premium materials and technological footwear advances in footwear.

While the 580 has a storied past, the special 686 models boast contemporary materials for clean styling and reliable comfort and fit. It is this combination of classic heritage and modern function that rests at the core of the 686/New Balance partnership.

The 686 X New Balance collection will also include: 575 Times Insulated Jacket featuring Infidry dry technology, DWR durable water repellency and Recco avalanche rescue system technology; 580 Times 3-Ply Jacket with fully taped 3-ply seams, water resistant technology and Recco avalanche rescue system technology; 580 Times New Era Hat; Gradient Times Zip Hoody, Gradient Times T-shirt and Sole Times T-shirt.

“686’s dedication as a core brand in snowboarding and their dedication to product performance, aesthetics, and quality are what make this a natural partnership” says Joe Casagrande, general manager for New Balance Lifestyle, “Similar to New Balance, 686 is an independent, directional, and authentic brand that has had success over the years, but has not become overly hyped or too commercial.”

Michael Akira West, owner and creative director at 686, adds, “Sneakers have been a part of my life just as much as snowboarding and skateboarding, and I hope to bring to board sports what NB has done in the performance and lifestyle categories”. West continued, “New Balance and 686 share similar backgrounds in quality workmanship, technical fits and being independently operated. Combining the two brands will definitely create excitement.”

Pop star MIKA has selected world-renowned timepiece maker, PIAGET, to wear in his latest music video “Rain” from his new album, The Boy Who Knew Too Much. The song “Rain” continues the international success of Mika and its music video does not disappoint. Piaget was the natural partner for this imaginative, vibrant, high-energy video that embodies Mika’s playful and exuberant style.

A superb and elegant 18 carat pink gold and chocolate brown dial Piaget Altiplano watch adorns Mika’s wrist throughout his performance. Loyal to its characteristic pure lines and well-respected classicism, this watch is equipped with an ultra-thin hand-wound movement of 2.5 mm thickness. The sapphire crystal back enables to admire all aspects of the movement decoration, such as circular Cotes de Geneve and blued screws which are the signature features of Piaget movements. This iconic ultra thin watch perfectly captures the modern, brightly coloured, graphic essence of this music video.

“Rain” will be in rotation on all major international musical broadcast and on-line outlets.

GABICCI INTRODUCES SPRING SUMMER 2010 RANGE

Menswear brand Gabicci have unveiled an enviable separates collection for Spring / Summer 2010 inspired by the brand’s archives of classic knits, wovens and jersey polos.

Known for their smart take on heritage leisurewear, Gabicci’s collection pays homage to their original 70’s and 80’s designs: faux suede trimmed knits and intricately panelled jersey polo shirts, all with the iconic gold G lettering on the breast pocket. Emphasis is on the finer details to achieve an aspirational and desirable product: contrast piping, tipping and neat stand-up collars are distinctive trademarks.

Polo shirts are in 100% cotton, whilst the knitwear is finely knitted cotton with a cashmere-like finish or high quality merino wool blends. The colour palette spans classic primaries, vibrant modern brights and authentic 70’s pastels. Gabicci’s gold G logo is highlighted with a new trim detail; a small square badge of contrasting suede.

Each item has been named after a legendary footballing hero, for example “Best” is a lightweight grey melange polo shirt with contrasting black trim, while “Dobson” is a fine merino v-neck knit in navy with argyle diamond detailing down the side. This nod to footballing icons is indicative of the fashion choices of the football elite during the 1970’s and 80’s.

Kamla Patel, Sales and Marketing Manager for the brand, said of the new range: “With the current lack of smart wearable fashion on the high street, we believe our new collection offers a real alternative. Inspiration comes from our heritage, with many of the pieces modern interpretations of styles directly from our archives.”

Target stages another coup as the trendy retailer signs the reigning king of French fashion Jean Paul Gaultier for its third designer in its “Designer Collaborations” Programs.

Following collaborations with McQ Alexander McQueen and Karl Lagerfeld, Jean Paul Gaultier makes an extraordinary statement of intend by Target.

The collection will launch on Target.com and in more than 250 Target stores nationwide March 7, 2010. The affordable fashion collection will be available through April 11, 2010.

Designer Collaborations, which is separate from the company’s GO International initiative, is another way in which Target brings an emporium of designers to its guests. These exclusive collections bring top design at unbeatable prices to women everywhere, for a limited time only.

LIMITED EDITION BURBERRY TIMEPIECES AVAILABLE FOR PRE ORDER - AUTUMN WINTER 2009

London, 19 October 2009 - Burberry has designed limited edition timepieces for men and women, which will be available for pre order exclusively on Burberry.com from today.

The women’s barbed wire watch in black gold, previewed on the Burberry Prorsum Autumn Winter 2009 womenswear catwalk in Milan, was inspired by the chain detailing in the Burberry accessories collections.

Price for the women’s timepiece. which is available in a limited edition of 50 pieces, is 475GBP.

The men’s round dual-time watch in dark nickel previewed during the Burberry Prorsum Autumn Winter 2009 menswear show, draws inspiration from the rich Burberry history of function and performance.

The timepiece features a tonal case with dual time and date functionality, water resistant to 10 ATM and is available with a black, burgundy or racing green alligator strap.

Price for the men’s timepiece, which is available in a limited edition of 60 pieces, is 750GBP.

Each style is hand inscribed with the words “Limited Edition” on the case.

The waitlist for the timepieces is open for two weeks.

Brioni, Italy’s leading luxury lifestyle brand, is proud to announce the launch of a new limited-edition fragrance, “Brioni”. In celebration of the 65th anniversary of the house of Brioni, this new men’s fragrance pays tribute to the rich history of La Dolce Vita.

For decades, Brioni has addressed the unique needs of its sophisticated clientele with a tradition of refinement and quality. In the 1950s, the brand introduced a limited series of men’s fragrances, which included the “Good Luck” eau-de-cologne and celebrated the chic and innovative elegance of the period. This new eau-de-parfum will be produced in limited quantities and available beginning the last week of October 2009 exclusively in Brioni boutiques and select luxury retailers worldwide.

This new fragrance reflects Brioni’s signature style–classically elegant with a modern and sensual touch and demonstrates the same attention to quality construction and exquisite detailing that has made Brioni and “Made in Italy” products famous around the world. The essence, packaging and distribution of this contemporary fragrance are designed exclusively by Brioni and are in keeping with the company philosophy: “To Be One of a Kind”.

“Our commitment to provide customers with distinctive merchandise and superior service today is stronger than ever,” said Andrea Perrone, CEO of Brioni. “The “Brioni” fragrance is a unique product, true to Brioni’s commitment to quality and refinement.”

WWD Report: Contemporary menswear label Duckie Brown and upscale boutique, Odin, have collaborated on a new line of menswear, Edward, that will be launching very soon on Nov 1. The creation between four creators, Daniel Silver and Steven Cox (Duckie Brown), and Eddie Chai and Paul Birardi (Odin) will not be either company’s diffusion line, but a brand new collaborative venture. While Duckie Brown’s aesthetics are more progressive and at times bordering on avant-garde, this new line is a commercial endeavor with input from Odin, and very accessible both in terms of price point and style. All four creators hope to expand the distribution of Edward after debuting the 17 piece collection at Odin’s three retail locations. So far, the collection features shirts, peacoats and suits with luxury material, but none of the pieces will retail over $500.