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The article explores the history and evolution of the bra, highlighting its ancient precursors and tracing its development to the modern-day. It discusses various breast coverings and supports worn throughout history, including breast-supporting cords or belts in ancient Greece, linen garments in ancient Rome, and 15th-century "breast bags" found in Austria. The article also mentions the invention of the modern bra and the introduction of standardized cup sizes and adjustable straps in the 1930s. It concludes by mentioning the recent shift in bra-wearing habits during the COVID-19 pandemic and the development of innovative bras, such as the flame-resistant Army Tactical Bra. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses marketing problems facing the lingerie firm Victoria's Secret. Topics include the role of chief marketing officer Ed Razek of the firm L Brands in the brand's image, the relation of social change to the firm's image and models, and falling sales in relation to the lack of changes to the firm's product designs.

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The article focuses on Leslie 'Les' Wexner, chief executive officer (CEO) of fashion retailer L Brands Corp. Topics include his management of the lingerie retail labels Victoria's Secret, La Senza, and Pink, the annual business revenue of L Brands, and the company's stock price. Information is provided on how he introduced the first lingerie chain to the American market. INSETS: LESLIE¿S ANGELS;IN THE BAG.

The article focuses on the success and growth of Savage X Fenty, a lingerie company founded by singer Rihanna.

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The article focuses on Victoria's Secret, which has dominated the lingerie market for four decades. Topics covered include a background of the company's establishment in 1977, the reasons for the company's decline as of November 2018, and several major changes that occurred in 2016 with the company still raking in sales.

The article examines the implications of the declining sales of lingerie brand Victoria's Secret. The brand announced in November 2018 that it was cutting its annual dividend in half, while the stock price of parent company L Brands has fallen below 40 U.S. dollars. The decline is said to be caused by the brand's definition of sexy that is no longer shared by many women in the U.S. as other brands capitalize on the sex appeal of all body types.

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The article offers the author's insights on the characteristics to become a model of lingerie company Victoria's Secret. Topics discussed include the fame of fashion model Taylor Hill, the selection process for models as well as the casting of models by Victoria's Secret's chief marketing officer Ed Razek, and the importance of model's personality.

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The article reports on the performance of clothing industry L Brands. It mentions the changes in perception of beauty which has impacted the lingerie company Victoria's Secret, the role of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in the affairs of chief executive officer Leslie Wexner, and whether company branding will be able to adapt to social changes.

The article reports on the growth of the market for ladies' lingerie in Japan in 1985 citing the operations of Wacoal Corp. Company founder and president Joichi Tsukamoto outlined his intentions of highlighting the merchandise in the stores which features lacy designs and fashionable colors, by visibly separating it from the competition's garments. The company also changed its marketing strategies and has trained and offered commissions to staff.

Presents a profile of Finkelstein, a perpetual drunk who inherited the partnership of the Complete Outfitters for Men and Boys in San Marino, California from his father. Finkelstein's reliable partner Maier and business assistant Jimmy Sprugg; Manners when conducting business; Passion for an unprofitable lingerie shop which he established against the wishes of Maier and Sprugg; Nostalgia during a Ballet Russe performance.

Reports that a unique plan for the stabilization of industrial relations is being worked out in the Ladies Garment Industry in Cleveland, Ohio. Recognition by a large association of manufacturers and a powerful union of their responsibility to the consuming public; Ban on strike or lockout in exchange for settlement by an impartial arbitrators in cases of grievance; Establishment of labor productivity standards; Employment guarantee.

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An interview of entrepreneur Sophia Berman is presented, noting her use of 3-D printing to manufacture bras, her creation of the firm Trusst Lingerie, and the firm's experience with prototyping.

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A market research report for lingerie is presented from publisher Aroq, with topics including forecasts till 2023, methodologies for lingerie market quantification, and supply chain analysis for the lingerie market.

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The article discusses a brief profile of several African American women entrepreneurs including Ade Hassan, Nicole Pembrook, and Zohra Baraka. Topics discussed include challenges of establishing business in lingerie and hosiery by Hassan, mastering of word-of-mouth marketing by Pembrook, and strategies of Baraka to extend customer network.

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Presents a range of branded brassiers in the U.S. as of November 11, 2002. Features of the Style 3820 Double Support brassiere; Requirements of women from brassiers; Use of underwires and foam in brassieres; Qualities of a perfect and ideal brassiere.

The article highlights the career of fashion businesswoman Josie Natori, chief executive officer of Natori Inc. After a successful career as an investment banker, Natori was presented with blouses to sell, and turned them into nightshirts. Since she has revolutionized the lingerie industry by creating the seamless bra and camisoles that women wear out on the town.