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The article reports on the shift of Nan Swid's career who is the co-founder and co-president of Swid Powell. Swid said that she is not a sitter and instead a very high-energy person. She shares that she may have move in another direction with the company but she was always involved in aesthetics. Her first art show will open at CDS gallery on Manhattan's Upper East Side which is a collection of a series of sleek collages in muted shades of grey, cream and peach.

Calico Wallpaper, a New York-based company, specializes in bespoke non-repeating murals that transform home decor into high art. Founded by Rachel and Nick Cope 10 years ago, Calico Wallpaper has gained recognition for its immersive art installations and collaborations with designers and artists. Their collections have been featured at design fairs, show houses, and prestigious galleries worldwide. Calico Wallpaper is known for its attention to detail and quality, and its work has attracted a celebrity following. The company is constantly pushing creative boundaries and has recently expanded its offerings to include a streamlined ordering system and a flagship showroom in Manhattan. [Extracted from the article]

Comments on the art works of computer artist Cory Arcangel, who was featured in two exhibitions, the "Welcome to my Homepage Artshow!!!!!!!!" at Team and "Super Mario Movie" in Manhattan, New York City. Use of videos and altered software projects to create art; Names of collaborators who work with Arcangel; Use of Arcangel's musical and technical talents in his music videos that feature groups with vastly different cultural roots; Participation of the audience in Arcangel's works.

The article reports on the overhaul of Kiehl's Third Avenue flagship store in Manhattan, New York City, which had opened in 1851. The 1,560-sqft. store now includes a new gifting counter with elaborate carved detail, an extensive assortment of products that will be sold only in that door and an elaborate windowed time line, among other changes. At the gifting counter, consumers can put together personalized gifts which are then further customized with boxes, tissue papers, and shopping bags.

The article highlights the National Design Awards held at the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum in Manhattan, New York City. Party planner David Stark transformed the museum's recycled paper into fireproofed topiaries for the event sponsored by Target Corp. The fashion award was given to Rick Owens while Jonathan Ive was the recipient of the Product Design award. Other winners included Maharam, a fourth-generation textiles business now run by brothers Michael and Stephen Maharam, which received the Design Patron award.

Reports on the unveiling by the Lower Manhattan Development Corp. of projects by eight finalists for a World Trade Center memorial on November 17, 2003.

The article the emergence of Lower East Side in Manhattan, New York, as a mecca for independent and innovative new galleries. The history of this development is traced from the establishment of community-based nonprofits in late 19th century. The new wave of galleries started arriving in early 2001. Some of the notable galleries operating in Lower East Side include ABC No Rio, Miguel Abreu Gallery, The Phatory, Rivington Arms, and Tribes Gallery.

The article offers information on the 32nd annual American Image Awards ceremony of the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) which was held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Manhattan, New York City on May 26, 2010. The event was reportedly a fund raiser for Autism Speaks, which raises money for research on the disease and it managed to raise 700,000 dollars in this event. Several awards were given like fashion John Bartlett got Designer of the Year Award and Gap Inc. got Retailer of the Year Award.

The article reports that the Simon Property Group Inc. (SPG), a real estate company, is against the bid of General Growth Properties Inc. (GGP) for the extension to its period of exclusivity to file a plan of reorganization in the Manhattan, New York. SPG filed a documents in Manhattan's bankruptcy court to support their objection. GGP signed a non-disclosure agreement with Simon and revealed its agreement with Brookfield Asset Management Inc.

The article reports on the lawsuit filed by Bill Blass Group LLC (BBG) against First American Brands Inc., its former beauty licensee, in a Manhattan federal court in New York in 2009. BBG alleges First American for trademark infringement claims and breach of contract. According to the complaint, First American has failed to answer to BBG important efforts to contact it. BBG is searching an injunction, 150,000 dollars for breach of contract and 5 million dollars in punitive damages.

The article reports on the Chapter 11 bankruptcy court protection filed by Finlay Enterprises Inc. in Manhattan, New York City. It states that the company has registered a net loss of 107.3 million dollars on sales from its 331.8 million dollars in assets and 385.5 dollars in liabilities. It notes that the company's acquisitions of various jewelry firms has added to its debt load.

The article reports on the chapter 11 bankruptcy court protection filed by David Webb Inc. in Manhattan, New York. The family-owned business is said to have operated a jewelry store at 789 Madison Avenue with 30 employees. Accordingly, the court has documented that Webb has experienced an increase in operating costs and a decrease in sales.

The article reports that retailer Steve & Barry's has filed for bankruptcy after its initial bankruptcy court petition in Manhattan, New York City. The company has planned to liquidate and shutter its 173 remaining stores, which were believed to result in significant losses for owners Bay Harbour Management and York Capital Management. Bankruptcy papers indicate that the retail chain has failed to acquire additional financing under the economic environment.

The article features the services and product lines offered by Lugo's boutique and cafe in Manhattan, New York City. The boutique is known for its Italian made shirts and well tailored shirts which can be bought through a computer kiosk. John Meadow, the co-owner of the boutique, has aimed to attract Garment Center as their biggest goal. The Lugo Caffe intends to recapture the storied cafe culture in Italy.

The article reports on a copyright lawsuit filed by accessories and costume designer Kate Cusack against Gap Inc. in a federal court in Manhattan, New York. Cusack claimed that Gap sold plush bath products and handbags that contained elements that allegedly infringed her copyrighted zipper pin sculpture.

The company French Connection Ltd. is celebrating the season of holidays with a gift-wrapping event at the French Connection store in the So-Ho district of Manhattan, New York. Kids from Free Arts NYC will wrap gifts for French Connection customers spending $5 on any purchases made between December 18 and December 21, 2003. Customers' items will be wrapped in exclusively designed French Connection branded paper and candy canes. Proceeds obtained from this event will be donated to Free Arts. The event not only promotes the art and enhances children's creative skills, but also promotes socialization by having them interact with customers.

The article highlights several outdoor installations across the United States. The Doris Freedman Plaza at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and 60th Street in Manhattan, New York, showcases Sarah Size's installation "Corner Plot." While Cai Guo-Qiang's installation "Move Along, Nothing to See Hare," is at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

The article discusses plans of New York's Hispanic Society of America to move its stellar collection of Spanish and Latin American art, decorative art, photographs, rare books and manuscripts from the upper Manhattan to a more central location. The society has been occupying the Beaux-Arts building at Broadway and 155th Street since 1904. The society might need to raise $300 million to pay for land and construction of a new building.

The article reports on the reopening of Prada's downtown store in Manhattan, New York on April 18, 2006 after a fire in January in its SoHo building. The opening was held with an exhibition drawn from designer Miuccia Prada's skirt archive dating back from 1989 to 2006. The store's two-level space was designed by Rem Koolhaas.

The article reports that the Seventh Regiment Armory Conservancy's plan to convert the Seventh Regiment Armory at Park Avenue and 67th street on the Upper East Side of Manhattan into a center for the visual and performing arts would move forward in New York City. The conservancy has appointed Rebecca Robertson as its chief executive. The Armory is a historical 180,000-square-foot place that hosts several special events.

The article reports on The Workshop, a standalone men's store opened by fashion designer Sandro in Manhattan, New York in September 2014, that features the Sandro Homme men's collection in an art studio setting. Topics discussed include the design of the shop, the increasing demand for Sandro Homme that resulted in the creation of the shop and the expected collaboration of Sandro with emerging contemporary artists to create a different live installation every month until the end of 2014.

The article reports on the launch of the Kindle Fire tablet by Amazon.com Inc. in Manhattan, New York City in 2011 which counter-programmed Apple Inc.'s iPad. It states that the Kindle Fire tablet retails at 199 dollars which is below Apple's iPad price of 499 dollars. Moreover, it notes that the company will offer an exclusive three-month free trial on any publisher or magazine it sells on the tablet.

The article reports that Sephora Americas will open a store at the Meatpacking District of Manhattan, New York City in September 16, 2011. According to the company's chief executive officer David Suliteanu, the store will be the first chain in the U.S. to feature a mobile check out system with an internal wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) network and a scanner. Cosmetics brands included in the Meatpacking store are mentioned as well as highlights the company's incorporation of mobile technology.

The article focuses on the First Open auction in Manhattan, New York organized by Christie's Inc. As stated, throughout the room potential buyers were kicking sodden umbrellas aside with swift hands, careful not to accidentally signal the auctioneer. It also offers information on a bidder who was bidding on a solvent transfer and fabric collage by American artist Robert Rauschenberg.

The article reports on the reorganization of the sweater and sportswear maker Hampshire Group Ltd. in Manhattan, New York City. It states that the company's restructuring project was started in 2008 when it failed a merger bid with NAF Holdings II LLC, which prompted the management to reduce its head count. Heath Golden, the company's newly elected president and chief executive officer (CEO), reveals that the reorganization was intended to save money and improve flexibility and profitability.

The article reports on the plan of Value City Department Stores to liquidate after filing a voluntary Chapter 11 petition in a bankruptcy court in Manhattan, New York in October 2008. Assets and liabilities were estimated to be between $100 million and $500 million. Value City chief financial and accounting officer Stephen Darr cited declining sales and profitability, rough credit markets and a drop in consumer discretionary spending as the drivers of the liquidation.

The article reports on the guilty plea of Martin Bodner, former chief financial officer at Tommy Hilfiger Handbags and Small Leather Goods Inc., on mail and wire fraud worth $19 million on September 16, 2008. According to documents filed in federal court in Manhattan, New York City, he secretly increased his compensation in his role as payroll supervisor and put one of his sons on the payroll in a no-show job. The schemes continued between the middle of 2000 until his arrest in December 2007.

The article features Francesco Civetta or Izzy Gold, disc jockey of GoldBar in Manhattan, New York City. He was Rocky Marciano's boxing promoter. Since July 2007, Gold's been spinning for a crowd that has included celebrities. He prefers to do his spinning the conventional way rather than use a computer. In 2007, he launched a T-shirt line that sells at boutiques such as Blue & Cream and Atrium.

The article reports on the opening of the "Kinetic State" exhibition of the works of artist Joseph La Piana at the Robert Miller Gallery in Manhattan, New York City on March 27, 2008. The exhibit will feature 25 works, including two 11-foot sculptures that are suspended from the ceiling, enamel and acrylic splotch paintings and an installation of 140 multicolored aluminum and steel pieces, titled "Spacial Relief." The self-taught La Piana holds a business degree from Florida State University.

The article reviews the exhibition "Suupaa Pop!" at the gallery of the American Institute of Graphic Arts in Manhattan, New York City through May 25, 2007.

The article reports on the lawsuit filed by several luxury firms against a Chinatown landlord in Manhattan, New York. Louis Vuitton Malletier, Burberry Limited UK, Burberry Limited U.S., Marc Jacobs Trademarks, Givenchy, Loewe SA, Celine SA and Kenzo SA have filed a trademark counterfeiting and infringement lawsuit against the estate of Vincent Terranova, the landlord of a number of properties located on Canal Street, and Terranova Real Property Management Corp., which manages and operates the properties.

The article focuses on a show launched by Moda at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York from September 17 to 19, 2006. The show attracted approximately 350 exhibitors and about 2,500 buyers. Equipped with larger open-to-buys, retailers were buying closer to season, favoring dresses, knitwear and leggings in color palettes of black-and-white, neutrals or nautical-inspired navy.

Presents information on a store planned by denim designer Scott Morrison for his Earnest Sewn brand in Manhattan, New York City on April 2005. History of the denim brand; Characteristics of the finished store; Services provided by the store to its customers.