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Article: GOOD TIMES ROLL AT NEW YORK.(fashion shows)
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- WWD
- Article date:
- May 7, 1998
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NEW YORK -- Things are continuing to look up.
The confidence that marked the big March round of trade shows continues, as three apparel shows held this week demonstrated. The independent specialty stores that traditionally make up most of the audience for these events generally reported business -- bolstered by a strong economy -- is still on the rise, and their buying for fall and even holiday reflected that.
Women, retailers said, are interested in clothes again. While casual continues to be the chosen style, stores were also hunting for versatile, sometimes luxurious pieces that will keep this recently reawakened appetite functioning.
Following are ...