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Hermes breeds their own crocodiles to meet bag demand
French fashion giant Hermes has decided to open their own crocodile farms in Australia to meet the heavy demand for their handbags made of crocodile skin. Customers who order these bags, some at over $48,000 US, can... Chavez bans “luxury” in Venezuela’s government
The tough economic times have not escaped the government of the president of Venezuela Hugo Chavez. Venezuela’s economy is very dependent on oil sales, and with the prices of oil plunging, Chavez says his... DCA: Is this the cure for cancer?
" "If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is." The key word here, though, is "probably." Two years ago, I blogged about a promising new drug that held out hope for a major breakthrough in the treatment...
created by nukegingrich | 32 wks ago | updated 32 wks ago
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1018 views | 25 recommendations | 9 comments
Citigroup upgrading mile-high club
What can I say?"Beleaguered Citigroup is upgrading its mile-high club with a brand-new $50 million corporate jet - only this time, it's the taxpayers who are getting screwed. Even though the bank's stock is as cheap as a gallon of gas and it's burning through a $45 billion... Hillary To Don Oscar De la Renta for Inaugural Ball
Oscar de la Renta has divulged details about the gown Hillary Clinton will wear to the inaugural ball on Tuesday. The future Secretary of State will wear a custom piece by the renowned designer, who also...
created by Terri Potratz | 42 wks ago | updated 40 wks ago
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1951 views | 7 recommendations | 4 comments
Valentino Ordered To Pay $44 Million For Tax Evasion
Retired fashion designer Valentino Garavani and his business partner Giancarlo Giammetti have been ordered to pay a $44 million dollar fine (USD) for tax evasion. They have been charged with not declaring...
created by Terri Potratz | 42 wks ago | updated 42 wks ago
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117 views | 0 recommendations | 0 comments
Saks Sacks 1,100 Employees
Saks is cutting 1,100 employees by the end of January, or about 9% of its total workforce, in an effort to reduce company costs as the unstable economy continues to wreak havoc upon the retail industry. The... Bag, Borrow or Steal: Designer Accessories for Rent
In the face of a recession, fashionable shoppers are opting to rent designer handbags, jewelry and other accessories from websites like Bag, Borrow or Steal. The Sex and the City movie popularized Bag, Borrow... More Job Cuts Expected at Conde Nast
It wasn't too long ago that Condé Nast cut a number of jobs, shut down underperforming magazines and canceled promotional events in an effort to conserve funds in the wake of global economic uncertainty, and now...
created by Terri Potratz | 44 wks ago | updated 41 wks ago
1013 views | 10 recommendations | 11 comments
1013 views | 10 recommendations | 11 comments
Chanel Cuts 200 Jobs
Chanel announced they will cut 200 jobs, or 10% of its work force, on New Year's Eve day this year. The layoffs will affect all staff on fixed and temporary term contracts. Many predicted that luxury brands...
created by Terri Potratz | 44 wks ago | updated 41 wks ago
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965 views | 0 recommendations | 3 comments
Conde Nast Launches 'Love,' UK Luxury Magazine
Conde Nast will launch a new biannual magazine in the UK called 'Love,' which will focus on luxury fashion and art. The inaugural March issue will hit newsstands on February 19, 2009."The UK arm of Conde...
created by Terri Potratz | 47 wks ago | updated 44 wks ago
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3508 views | 1 recommendation | 3 comments
The GATE » A luxury escape to Turks & Caicos
Sun destinations are a fantastic way to escape the chill of Canada's fall and winter months, but recently GATE writer W. Andrew Powell had the good fortune of something a little bit grander than a simple... Saks Fifth Ave on 70% Discount
The economy crisis terrorized the Wall Street at first when share prices dropped to the figure below negatives for some even stopped existing all together and the government came up with the slogan " They got...
created by happybrunette23 | 48 wks ago | updated 47 wks ago
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1423 views | 38 recommendations | 9 comments
GOLDEN MOMENT
"U.S. national Andreina Varagona, a guest at the Oberoi Trident hotel who was shot in the shoulder by the terrorists holed up inside the hotel shares a moment with her husband Santos in a hospital in Mumbai,...New players challenge world order
[New players challenge world order Brazil, Russia, India and China, the so-called Brics, are predicted to emerge as major world players by 2050. In this,...
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