Levi’s Sales Down, Net Income Up

Levi's Logo NEW YORK, Mar 20, 2002/ — Levi Strauss has reported a 47 percent increase in first-quarter net income, rising to $44 million from $30 million last year, mostly due to decreased interest costs and foreign exchange rate gains. However, the company hasn’t yet managed to emerge from an alarming five-year trend of slumping sales. After reporting... 

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Miu Miu Fall 2002: Sporty Glamour

Miu Miu Fall 2002 MILAN, Mar 8, 2002/  — The hefty dose of sex appeal that Miuccia Prada injected into Prada this season has tipped over into the house’s more junior line, Miu Miu. Out on the runway came a new type of doll: a Miu Miu Barbie. She’s not shy of a little glamour even when out on her morning jog, in sporty socks and voile top, her hair freshly... 

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David Beckham to Design for M&S

David Beckham as England captain. NEW YORK, Mar 7, 2002/  — Marks & Spencer wants to make it easier for young English lads to emulate David Beckham. The soccer star – and husband of former Posh Spice, Victoria – has signed a multimillion-dollar deal with the British retailer to design and promote a casual clothing line for boys. Dubbed Zip Project,... 

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