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Article: Versace's death creates a demand for his items
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- Chicago Sun-Times
- Article date:
- July 18, 1997
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Like so many tragedies involving celebrities, the murder of
Italian designer Gianni Versace is bringing new interest in his work
and shoppers into the stores.
Chicago stores selling Versace fashions and fragrances reported
increased sales and heightened interest Thursday.
After being closed Wednesday in memory of the 50-year-old
designer, the Versace boutique at 101 E. Oak reopened Thursday to
heavier-than-normal foot traffic, manager Joy Sandler said.
The shoppers appeared to be a mix of curiosity-seekers, people
who had just learned about the designer and "a lot of people who are
deeply saddened" by his death, she said.
At the Daisy Shop, 67 E. Oak, all but three of about 14 used ...