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Life Time - The Healthy Way of Life Company announced that Athleta will be the title sponsor of its premiere athletic event series for women, Esprit de She - The Spirit of Her Race Series.

Gemvara, an online retailer of customizable fine jewelry, announced the appointment of jewelry industry leader Jeanne B. Daniel to its Board of Directors.

Jan Marini Skin Research, a provider of professional skin care and aesthetic solutions, announced the launch of its all-new Marini Peel Systems. The Marini Peel Systems pair clinical-strength peels with concentrated retinol, peptides and antioxidants to jumpstart the healing process and enhance results beyond those possible with simple series of peels.

Izzy Bijoux, an online e-commerce retailer of fashion jewelry for shoppers all over the United States, is opening its first store in a series of brand new retail locations and product showcases, this winter in West Los Angeles.

bebe stores, inc. is stepping out with ALDO. The specialty retailer has entered into a strategic global licensing agreement with ALDO Product Services (APS), a division of the ALDO Group, to design, manufacture and distribute bebe's footwear.

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. announced that it has agreed to a mutual termination of its license agreement in China, Hong Kong and surrounding markets with Dickson Concepts (International) Limited. Consistent with its long-term global expansion strategy and the importance of this market, the company took the opportunity to exit its agreement and will assume operation of six existing stores in China and Hong Kong.

Retailer Saks Incorporated (“Saks” or the “Company”) announced that Myron E. (Mike) Ullman, III, 66, has been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors effective today. He also will serve on the Audit and Corporate Governance Committees of the Company's Board of Directors.

Boston-based investment firm Fidelity has taken a 10 percent stake Christopher Burch's C. Wonder reports WWD.

DSW Inc., a leading branded footwear and accessories retailer, announced the debut of SunJeong Kang's shoe collection at DSW in New York City and online at dsw.com. To celebrate, DSW will launch the collection at DSW's 34 th Street location, between 7 th and 8 th Avenue in New York on February 5.

Beauty Research, a beauty blogging web site, released this year's list of Top 10 Valentine's Day Gifts. The extensive list includes choices for him and her and features fragrance sets, candy and snack combinations, candles and more. The list also includes details about each gift along with recommendations about where to purchase. Every year both men and women struggle to find the perfect give for their loved ones for Valentine's Day. Top 10 lists have become popular because they are assembled by experts, taking the guess work out of purchasing gifts.

Oscar de la Renta is launching a 'cheaper' line exclusively with The Outnet. The 24-piece collection, described on WWD as 'more approachably priced,' debuts on February 26th with prices ranging from $325 to $1,295, with the bulk of the dresses set to retail at less than $1,000.

Just last month Authentic Brands acquired the HMX Group, and now they announced their acquisition of Judith Leiber, Adrienne Vittadini and Taryn Rose.

Harry Winston Diamond Corporation reports that it has been served with a formal Notice of Discontinuance of the court action brought by C. Fipke Holdings Ltd against BHP Billiton Canada Ltd, Harry Winston, Stuart Blusson, Archon Minerals and various associated companies. The court action related to Harry Winston's proposed purchase of BHP Billiton's interests in the Ekati diamond mine. Harry Winston has been advised by BHP Billiton that all of its joint venture partners have agreed to waive their rights of first refusal in respect of the sale by BHP Billiton to Harry Winston pursuant to their existing purchase agreements. The discontinuance of the action and waivers of the rights of first refusal permit the transactions between Harry Winston and BHP Billiton to proceed, subject to satisfaction of closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.

Lynn Tilton, Founder and CEO of Patriarch Partners LLC, a New York based investment firm and holding company, announced that Richard Lowe III has been named International Creative Director for the Spiegel family of women's apparel brands. In this capacity, Mr. Lowe will be responsible for the design and creative direction of all in-house brands (Spiegel Collection, Newport News and Shape FX) in the U.S. and abroad. He will also oversee all online development, merchandising and R&D.

The Jones Group Inc. ('Jones,' the 'Company') has appointed Joseph Stafiniak to the newly created position of Senior Vice President of Merchandising of Nine West, effective immediately. In this role, Stafiniak will operate as the lead merchant for Nine West overseeing merchandising strategies and the execution of product to meet the expanding needs of the brand's global business. He will report to Kathy Nedorostek, Group President of Global Footwear and Accessories.

Banana Republic has introduced their new Classic, W and M fragrances, which have each been renewed to capture the modern style of the Banana Republic customer. The modern packaging was inspired by the sleek, sophisticated lines of Banana Republic's renowned tailoring as well as customer demand to bring back the beloved M fragrance, which was first introduced in 1995.

BOLDFACE Group, a celebrity beauty licensing company, announced that CVS has expanded the Kourtney, Kim and Khloe Kardashian beauty line offering at their stores after a successful launch during the holiday season.

Saks Fifth Avenue is seeing an influx of collections notable for their playful colors, lighter weights, feminine charms and ethereal moods. Here, Saks notes a few of the most compelling trends we see emerging for spring.

Movado Group, Inc. announced that it has acquired from Swico Limited all but ten percent of the outstanding capital stock of MGS Distribution Limited ('MGS'), the UK company which, since 2007, has been operated as a joint venture between Movado Group and Swico responsible for the marketing, distribution and sale of Movado Group's licensed brands in the UK. This increases the Company's ownership in MGS to 90% from 51%. Consequently, Movado Group and Swico have terminated their joint venture agreement and the Company will manage MGS as a wholly owned subsidiary but with continued logistical support and after-sale service in the territory provided by Swico.