Company performs complete online make-over, based on understanding visitors' incoming information needs. (PRWeb May 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://ww1.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb931094.htm

CAS Enterprises, Inc. announced that it has launched a new product line of Full Color Custom T-Shirts on its flagship website, TheAwristocrat.com. In the beginning, they will carry exclusively white Gildan Activewear T-shirts, allowing website visitors to select from either

New ownership stays true to brand's style, introduces new lines and delivers better marketability. (PRWeb May 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://ww1.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb929904.htm

Merchandize Liquidators ( http://www.merchandizeliquidators.com) is in a unique position to pass to its customers reduced and discounted prices on the hottest clothing and apparel around. They acquire high end designer labels from liquidations, overstocks, and retail clearances. Customers enjoy an

Award-Winning Fashion Ezine & Blog Second City Style.com doesn't just report designer news it makes designers news by offering their collections online. (PRWeb May 9, 2008) Read the full story at http://ww1.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb926224.htm

Donna Chambers discusses what it takes to be an innovator and leader in the jewelry industry, announcing new antique Chinese gambling chip product line, website, and catalog. (PRWeb May 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://ww1.prweb.com/releases/pearl/jewelry/prweb927654.htm

Various mixes of the House track "Voice Mail" by DJ Mark King will be released on CD and for digital distribution worldwide. While the single continues to climb record pool charts throughout North America, the release party will be held

nParallel Designs and Builds Selling Kiosks and Shop-in-Shop Retail Areas for New Era Merchandise at all 30 Major League Ballparks (PRWeb May 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://ww1.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb913824.htm

WhatSheBuys, a specialty boutique retailer featuring world-class brands, announced that it has added Davek umbrellas to its collection of world-class accessories. (PRWeb May 8, 2008) Read the full story at http://ww1.prweb.com/releases/Davek/Umbrella/prweb925924.htm

Apparel maker Perry Ellis Europe has announced the retirement of its managing director, Peter Abbiss, effective immediately.

The retail slowdown and cold weather conspired to hit US sales at footwear specialist Crocs, which recorded a first quarter loss of US$4.5m â€" compared to a profit of $24.9m a year ago.

Retail chain Charming Shoppes is to elect two committee nominees as part of a deal to resolve the proxy contest relating to the company's 2008 shareholder meeting next month.

Wheeled footwear specialist Heelys posted a first quarter loss of US$1m after being dogged by continued problems with inventory levels.

Just two days after winning $305m in a trademark ruling against footwear firm Collective Brands Inc, German sportswear giant Adidas AG is reported to have settled a similar lawsuit against Sears Holdings’ Kmart unit.

California-based women's wear retailer The Wet Seal has announced that Dyan Jozwick, chief merchandise officer for its Wet Seal division, has resigned from the company "to pursue other professional interests".

The following is a general roundup of apparel and shoe chains' April 2008 sales results. The list will be updated as new results become available.

UK retailer Marks and Spencer today (May 08, 2008) launched the †M&S International Logistics Hub’ in Seeduwa, Sri Lanka, which is to start operations in June this year.

Profits at sock and underwear manufacturer Gildan Activewear nearly doubled to US$41.7m in the company’s second quarter, but fell short of earlier guidance.

Apparel retailer Next says warmer weather is helping to boost sales after the company reported a 3.9% fall in revenues during its first quarter.

Clothing retail group Austin Reed saw improved underlying profitability during its first full year as a private company, according to press reports.