Saks Spring 2009 ad campaign, courtesy of Saks

Saks Chief Cuts Orders to Avoid Discounts on Suits, Stilettos (Bloomberg)
“Saks Inc., Neiman Marcus Group Inc. and other luxury retailers are reducing orders this year to limit supply and boost profitability.”

The City Wears an Optimistic Face (New York Times)
Donatella Versace and Franca Sozzani discuss the future of fashion over  candlelit supper in Milan.

Stylists Aren’t Just for Celebrities Anymore (Forbes)
“There’s an entire branch of the business of styling that never appears at a movie premiere or Oscar ceremony. Female executives and entrepreneurs–and the just-plain-busy or those in need of fashion guidance–often turn to stylists to improve or update their look and wardrobe.”

Milan Men’s Fashion Week: back from black (Drapers)
“The men’s catwalks in Milan got under way this weekend with a more positive verve than last season’s black-heavy credit-crunched looks.”