Oscar de la Renta’s Unabashedly Luxe Pre-Fall Collection (WSJ)
Unlike some designers who are forgoing runway shows to cut costs, Oscar de la Renta staged a “glitzy” pre-fall 2009 show yesterday in New York.

Nautica to close women’s division (CNN Money)
Nautica is to shutter their money losing women’s division.

Doo-Ri to Launch Lower-Priced Line Next Year (WWD)
Doo.Ri is launching a secondary, lower priced, yet to be named line that will take after her signature looks.

Mascara Provides Buzz to The U.S. Makeup Industry (WSJ)
Mascara has seen a rise in demand at a time when sales for the overall makeup industry is on a decline.

Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2009, photo courtesy of Oscar de la Renta.