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Hanesbrands Q2 Soars
125%
Apparel maker Hanesbrands, the company behind brands
such as Champion, Wonderbra, Playtex and Bali, saw its second quarter profit more than double, despite a 4.4%
reduction in sales.
The company, which specializes in T-shirts and intimate apparel, posted a profit of $57.3m, a 125% jump over
last year's $25.4m for the three months to June 28.
Diluted earnings per share soared by 130% to US$0.60.
EPS for the first half was up 149% to $0.97. Second quarter net sales fell 4.4% to $1.07bn, while operating
profit for the period was up 28% to $113.1m.
First half operating profit was up 28% to $200.9m.
Hanesbrands said the sales decline reflected the "challenging" sales environment and later
back-to-school shipments.
Intimate apparel was particularly affected by soft sales, but international sales were up 20% in the
quarter.
"We were pleased with continued earnings per share growth as a result of executing our improvement
strategies, despite operating in a tough economic environment," said Hanesbrands CEO Richard A Noll.
"Most of our business improvement initiatives are working, but we are continuing to address sales
declines, which were primarily centered around intimate apparel product categories."
The company said its profitability had benefited from cost reduction efforts, including operating fewer and
larger facilities in lower-cost countries, distribution center streamlining and
organization consolidation.
12/12
Mendes' New Calvin
Klein Campaign
Eva Mendes will soon be making men’s hearts skip a beat, as she’s getting set to pose for a new Calvin Klein underwear
campaign.
The gorgeous actress will show off her perfect body wearing nothing but Klein’s classy lingerie in the label's new Seductive Comfort line show.
The new bras will be available in stores later this year.
Recently, the 30-year-old Eva lavished praise for the media for not “trashing” her rehab stint.
Eva had entered Utah''s Cirque Lodge centre in February this year.
As for the reason why she entered rehab, it has been said that she had to “proactively” attend to "some personal issues".
10/15/05
Exact Change
A man walks into a restaurant with a full-grown ostrich behind him.
The waitress asks them for their orders.
The man says, 'A hamburger, fries and a coke,' and turns to the ostrich, 'What's yours?'
'I'll have the same,' says the ostrich.
A short time later the waitress returns with the order 'That will be $9.40 please,' and the man reaches into his pocket and pulls out the exact change for payment.
The next day, the man and the ostrich come again and the man says, 'A hamburger, fries and a coke.'
The ostrich says, 'I'll have the same.'
Again the man reaches into his pocket and pays with exact change. This becomes routine until the two enter again. 'The usual?' asks the waitress.
'No, this is Friday night, so I will have a steak, baked potato and a salad,' says the man.
'Same,' says the ostrich.
Shortly the waitress brings the order and says, 'That will be $32.62.'
Once again the man pulls the exact change out of his pocket and places it on the table.
The waitress cannot hold back her curiosity any longer. 'Excuse me, sir. How do you manage to always come up with the exact change in your pocket every time?'
'Well,' says the man, 'several years ago I was cleaning the attic and found an old lamp. When I rubbed it, a Genie appeared and offered me two wishes. My first wish was that if I ever had to pay for
anything, I would just put my hand in my pocket and the right amount of money would always be there.'
'That's brilliant!' says the waitress. 'Most people would ask for a million dollars or something, but you'll always be as rich as you want for as long as you live!'
'That's right. Whether it's a gallon of milk or a Rolls Royce, the exact money is always there,' says the man.
The waitress asks, 'What's with the ostrich?'
The man sighs, pauses and answers, 'My second wish was for a tall chick with a big butt and long legs who agrees with everything I say.'
050107
Eldorado Introduces
Sexerciseme
Eldorado Trading Company, a leading wholesaler of adult toys, is proud to introduce, for the first time ever, Sexerciseme products to the United States and Canadian markets. This most recent addition to Eldorado’s already extensive inventory comes from Australia and includes the famous Sexercise Ball and related attachments and accessories.
Not unlike a traditional exercise ball, the Sexercise Ball is a new twist on a traditionally gym-based piece of equipment. Touted as “more than just a toy,” the 65 cm ball provides a combination of sex and exercise. A core and strength builder by day and a wild orgasmic pleaser by night, the Sexercise system that has everyone Down Under moaning and toning now offers the
“bounce that counts” to the Northern Hemisphere.
“This is one of the most revolutionary products to come through our door,” says Larry Garland, founder of Eldorado. “We couldn’t be more excited to share this product with our
customers.”
Eldorado, a leading adult toy distributor, is known for its unmatched product selection and outstanding customer service. The addition of the Sexerciseme product line, including the Sexercise Ball and vibrating attachments, is expected to enhance the already outstanding offerings of the company.
“As newcomers to the industry, with more products to come, we wanted to align ourselves with a company that would share our passion and offer us mass exposure in North America,” says Martin Logan, the director of Sexerciseme. “We were immediately impressed with Eldorado and pursued the relationship without hesitation.“
Sexerciseme products, including the inflatable ball, vibrators and anal toys, are available in the U.S. and Canada exclusively through Eldorado.
Eldorado Trading Company, founded in 1974, is a leading distributor of adult toys and novelties. Located in Broomfield, Colo. at the base of the Rocky Mountains, they’re committed to providing products that enhance the sexual experience of adults everywhere and in every lifestyle. For more information about Eldorado or Sexerciseme products, please contact Eldorado’s sales department at
800-525-0848 or sales@eldorado.net.
5/6
Curve Ahead
As Curvexpo, Inc is wrapping up the preparation of its summer shows, it emerges as the driving force in North America. CURVENV Las Vegas managed in four seasons only to be the sole independent show in the West dedicated to lingerie and swimwear. On the East Coast, CURVENY New York together with Boutique Lingerie is the largest exhibit space filled with high-profile brands.
CURVE started off in Las Vegas in February 2007 with 60 brands, on August 25, 26, 27, 2008, it will present the Spring-Summer 2009 collections of 200 brands. Its popularity is based on extensive research, knowledge of the market conditions and is the result of a strategic direct marketing campaign.
On the other hand, CURVENY New York succeeded in only six months to move into Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, the trade show hub par excellence and its most coveted space, the Galleria - River Pavilion. With an exhibit surface of 43,000 square feet, it is the largest unbroken display of lingerie in the city. On August 3, 4, 5, 2008 it will join four other major fashion and accessories trade shows running concurrently: Intermezzo (contemporary womenswear), Accessorie Circuit (fashion accessories), Moda (bridge women swear) and Accessorie the Show (bridge accessories) attracting 10,000 buyers every season.
CURVENY New York has created a synergy with ENK Shows to offer buyers loads of cross-over business opportunities and practical amenities. With one badge, ENK buyers will be automatically granted access to CURVENY New York and Boutique Lingerie and vice versa. In addition, all buyers have access to preferred hotel rates thru the ENK travel website: www.enktravel.com.
CURVENY and Boutique Lingerie buyers will be able to use the ENK shuttles traveling from the Convention Center to Penn Station, Grand Central Station and all the major hotels. In addition, a CURVE shuttle will drive lingerie buyers to the lingerie showrooms located only seven blocks away and from the showrooms back to the Jacob K. Javits Center, every twenty minutes.
CURVENY New York dynamic market approach has attracted a total of close to 200 brands representing 130 companies which makes it now a major player in New York. More importantly, the largest companies in North America with the best market penetration will be present in August at CURVENY New York and CURVENV Las Vegas. In spite of the current market conditions, the companies present are moving forward with facilities such as immediate delivery, replenishment programs, attractive pricing and foremost, fashion.
The Carole Hochman Design Group for example will show all its brands: Betsey Johnson Intimates, OnGossamer, Oscar De La Renta, Carole Hochman, Midnight by Carole Hochman, Lilly Pulitzer, including Lauren by Ralph Lauren, a brand never shown before in a trade show.
Maidenform will be represented by Donna Karan and DKNY Intimates, The Komar Group by Donna Karan DKNY Sleepwear, the Wacoal Group by Wacoal Luxe and its exciting new line launched at CURVENY New York, B Tempt’d, the Felina Group by Felina and Jezebel, Natori by Josie Natori, Underneath and Josie Foundations, The Perry Ellis Group by C & C California. In addition, Le Mystère , Cosabella , Hanky Panky, Spanx are among the power houses that have joined CURVENY New York banking on its dynamic and innovative business approach.
Boutique Lingerie and its group of ultra luxury lines welcomes the arrival of the following brands : With Milk and Honey, Cadolle (France), Caro ( UK ), Chiarugi ( Italy), Gils (Paris), Karen Luu Julianne ( Australia), Nearly Nude ( Australia), Vivis (Italy) and Toute La Nuit Lingerie who join well established designers such as Myla, Patricia Fieldwalker and Pfiff, among others. All designers will show off their strengths with collections that bring differentiation into the retailers’ offerings.
It is worth mentioning that many brands, purveyors to best lingerie shops in the US have decided to show at CURVENY New York and/or CURVENV Las Vegas for the first time: Bedhead, Capelli, Cool Sets, Daddy’s Favorite, Elizabeth Cotton, Fernando Sanchez, Kush, Lornnie Louie, Onda De Mar (Colombia), Papinelle (Australia), Peonie, Sexy Panties and Naughty Knickers (UK), Tra La La, Undrest, Yemee, Zimmerli Switzerland, Zovo, Anika Brazil (Brazil), Clever (Colombia), Crazy Farm, DESPI, Ea Lingerie (Colombia), ES Collection (Spain), Cooljamaz, Goddess Gowns, Happy People, Huit Lingerie (France), Jenna de Rosnay (France), Miss Oops, Selmark (Spain), Vitamin A, Cavalli (Italy), XTG (Spain), Conturelle (Germany), Lou (France), Eberjey, Cat’s Pajamas, Bella Materna, Nummies, Larrivo, Ke Coquetta, Belabumbum and Bravado Designs.
Other exhibitors have chosen CURVENY New York as the ideal format to launch new lines: Felina Sleepwear, Donna Karan DKNY Intimates by the Maidenform Group, Donna Karan DKNY Sleepwear by the Komar Group, Chaconia Intimates, Eucalan, Pascal Madonna Paris (France), Sacha and Dylan, Butterfly by Claire Pettibone, DU-MI and Sculptees.
A third of all these brands exhibiting at CURVENY New York and/or CURVENV Las Vegas are international.
A number of events have been planned both in New York and Las Vegas: CCB, The Curve Catwalk breakfast will mark the beginning of market week on Monday, August 4 at 10:00am. This by invitation-only fashion event will showcase the best lingerie and swimwear outfits of the season and provide buyers with an overview of Spring-Summer 2009 collections. This will be the first edition of an event to be repeated every Monday of each upcoming New York market week.
Also on August 4 at 3:00pm, Liz Smith of the Wacoal Group and a regular of many television programs hosted by Oprah and US Today, will conduct a seminar entitled 411 Fit Solution or how to engage the customer and propose wardrobe solutions.
In Las Vegas, on Tuesday, August 26, an extravagant show called the Splash Party will present the new lingerie and swimwear collections at the Tao in the Venetian Hotel.
CURVE continues to move forward with a strong group of brands exhibiting for the first times in New York and Las Vegas. Furthermore, Boutique Lingerie will have a much larger representation with many newcomers and to top it off, the most important US corporations will be present. All elements are in place for successful shows both in New York and Las Vegas.
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