Barneys preps for opening Oct 15, 2009
Existing tenants J. Crew and Banana Republic also will move into the new wing. Barneys New York will include its signature restaurant, Fred, while the Fashion Square project will feature two new eateries, Marcella s and Modern Steak, a new concept by Sam Fox. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Retail Sales in U.S. Probably Fell After `Cash for Clunkers' Plan Expired Oct 14, 2009
At the same time, same-store sales declined at , the second-biggest U.S. department-store chain, and at Gap Inc., the owner of Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy stores. People will maintain more of a thrifty kind of approach to expenditures than they have in the past, , co- founder of Home Depot Inc., said in an Oct. 8 speech in Atlanta, where the largest home-improvement retailer is based. (Bloomberg -- US)
High-end thrift shop sparks worries Oct 14, 2009
itsgreektome wrote on Oct 12, 2009 5:23 PM:" I went there today and I thought it was a nice store. I bought a couple pairs of BNWT jeans (Old Navy, Buffalo, David Bitton) for $5 A pair. There is a lot of Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Old Navy and department store brands.They put out new merchandise everyday ( so I was told coming in). Not much for plus size, but it is usually that way at most thrift stores. This is not CAP's first retail store. They had one several years ago a block down... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Fall Trends From Contemporary Telev... Oct 10, 2009
Banana Republic created an autumn line based on looks from the show and era ... Although the three main female characters on the show -- Betty, Peggy and Joan -- dress quite differently, most of the Banana Republic looks screamed Joan. (Suite101.com)
Retail sales weak, but stores post first gain since July '08 Oct 9, 2009
Gap, dragged down by sluggish sales at its namesake stores and Banana Republic, posted a 1% sales decline, a bit worse than the 0. 4% dip that analysts had expected. (USA Today -- Money)
Gore Vidals United States of Fury, Johann Hari, The Independent Oct 9, 2009
The phrase "banana republic" entered the language. "I was astonished," Vidal says. (Harper's Magazine)
New stores, eateries at Fashion Square Oct 9, 2009
Banana Republic's men's and women's stores will move from the center of the mall into a combined store in the new wing ... At Banana Republic on Thursday, sip bubbly, shop the new holiday collection and enter to win a $200 gift card, presented hourly. (AZCentral -- Business)
Donald Fisher redefined casual chic at Gap Oct 5, 2009
Eventually, the Fishers bought Banana Republic, another San Francisco-based apparel company (founded by Mel and Patricia Ziegler, two former Chronicle reporters), expanding the casual chic idea even further. Then along came Old Navy, Baby Gap and Gap Kids. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Five questions for Tim Gunn Oct 5, 2009
Before the show, he chatted with The Chronicle and was every bit the gentleman he appears to be on TV: impeccably dressed in a Banana Republic suit, engaging and upbeat. Q: What are your duties at Liz Claiborne Inc.. (San Francisco Chronicle)
New Urbanism or New Mall-ism? Oct 2, 2009
He ll create adjacencies with similar stores grouped together in the hopes that the same shopper who buys a skirt at Anthropologie will buy a blouse at Banana Republic next door. All the various sciences of retail will be consulted: what s the ideal placement for seating so that people will spend more time (and money) but not loiter. (The American Conservative)
If Obama is a dictator, how must he be stopped? Oct 1, 2009
Do we want to become the worlds largest banana republic. Neocon hero Michael Ledeen, one of the players in both Iran-Contra and the fabrication of a case for war against Iraq, , that Obama hates freedom, dislikes America and loves tyrants. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Crabtree Valley adds several new stores Sep 30, 2009
Pandora Jewelry will open in early November in the former Whitehall Jewelers location next to Banana Republic. Home Style Divas will open in November in the spot occupied temporarily by Halloween Zone near Hudson Belk. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
View Poll and Cast Vote Sep 30, 2009
If this country doesn't start to make something that the rest of the world wants, hello banana republic. We have become a buy and sell country. (CBS News -- 60 minutes)
Bridlewood Women's Association to Host Fashion Show Sep 26, 2009
Participating stores include: Megan's, Apricot Lane, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Talbots, White House/Black Market and W Fashions. There will also be fun fashion Dos and Don ts , one lucky lady will receive an on the spot makeover, plus great raffle prizes. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
From the HIP Sep 21, 2009
Banana Republic's fall sale started Friday ... Banana Republic, Ala Moana Center, Kahala Mall and. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Reserve's currency windfall Sep 18, 2009
8 billion profit is far in excess of anything it has ever made in its 50-year history and came as a result of a decision to pour billions into supporting the Australian dollar late last year as it slid even faster than it had during the ''Banana Republic'' crisis of the mid-1980s. The bank says that as the dollar touched US60 cents in late October, it became concerned that ''the breakdown in market conditions itself had become a significant factor in the increasingly rapid depreciation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
A smart look Sep 18, 2009
Mrs. Kennedy, he says, "was very contemporary and up-to-the-moment in fashion. But fashion at that time as not democratic. There was no Zara, no J. Crew, no Banana Republic. It was not accessible; it was exclusively aspirational.". On balance, though, Michelle Obama has shown a feminine but bold approach to her style by rattling the image of what a "Washington" first lady must look like. (CNN)
Under Armour to open another Ariz. location Sep 17, 2009
Since February, Aeropostale, Pearle Izumi, Banana Republic and Columbia Sportswear have opened stores at the 374,000-square-foot center, located off I-17. "We're continually looking for stores that compliment our existing designer brand retail mix and Under Armour was a terrific match," said JoAnn Truax, the center's general manager. (AZCentral -- Business)
Oakland merchants welcome increased police Sep 16, 2009
Targets of demonstrators protesting capitalism may include national chains such as Starbucks, McDonald's, The Gap and Banana Republic, Cmdr. Degler said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Pop Tarts: Kanye West Told to Leave VMAs Sep 15, 2009
Don Cheadle, Cuba Gooding, Jr. and Catherine Hardwicke at the Film Independent event hosted by Vanity Fair and Banana Republic at the W Los Angeles - Westwood on Wednesday night. The Hills Holly Montag knocking over a display and her drink causing everything to come crashing to the floor at the 9PLANET UNIVERSE Launch on at Zune L.A on Wednesday. (Fox News)
Scenes From The Great American Scream Sep 15, 2009
if you and your ilk don't succeed at turning us into a banana republic and we actually still have elections in 2010 you're gone for ever. nice. (CBS News)
Stakes raised in franchising saga Sep 14, 2009
" Australia's franchising laws were "real banana republic stuff", Mr Piccolo said. "There are probably better laws to protect Third World states than here. " His comments were backed by franchising expert Frank Zumbo, an associate professor of business law at the University of NSW, who said there was bipartisan political support for reform and Dr Emerson needed to show leadership. "(Dr) Emerson's failure to implement the recommendations is creating a policy vacuum and Mr Piccolo's motion makes... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Mayor of London Announces World Premiere of Disney's A Christmas Carol and Launch of the Festive Season in London on Tuesday, 3 November With "London's Christmas Carol" Sep 13, 2009
Regent Street has undergone a GBP750 million investment plan and has attracted many new flagship brands including; Europe's first Banana Republic store, the world's first National Geographic store as well as Cos, Camper, Ferrari, Hoss Intropia and of course the finest toy shop in the world - Hamleys. New fashion and lifestyle brands soon to open on Regent Street include Anthropologie; the first outside the US along with Gant, Guess and Toywatch. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tropico 3 Hands On Sep 13, 2009
- August 11th, 2009 Wanted: Someone to Run Banana Republic, and We Don't Mean the Clothing Chain. Around the Network. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
'Project Runway's' Tim Gunn's Guide to Budget Fall Style Sep 11, 2009
Tim Gunn: I mean I'm wearing Banana Republic right now. I love Banana. (Fox News)
Let’s just say it was a hit. Sep 11, 2009
The Red Sox wives wore clothes from Banana Republic, Neiman Marcus and other retailers. They hosted guests at their tables during the luncheon and helped Brunner sell items. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Regulation overdose reminiscent of "banana republic" Sep 7, 2009
Nestl chairman Peter Brabeck has hit out at proposed new regulations to increase shareholders' powers, saying some "populist" rules belong to a banana republic ... "But there is the danger that over-regulation could be damaging. Populism shapes legislation in banana republics.". (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)
Women's Business Clothing - Fall Co... Sep 7, 2009
Banana Republic Shirred Knit Top (a lighter version) or the Cotton / Silk Long Sleeve Sweater ... Banana Republic Italian merino mock-neck sweater. (Suite101.com)
News flash: GOP condemns extremist views, coarse rhetoric Sep 6, 2009
Acting like a 3rd world banana republic, going after members of the past administration. If you fools want to live in a Banana Republic, Delta is ready when you are. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Must-Have Items For Back To School Sep 5, 2009
GAP and its sister stores Old Navy and Banana Republic cover the spread of what your teen might want at reasonable prices. Don't forget the shoes. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Break the style rules Sep 1, 2009
50, both at Banana Republic. Pants, model's own. (AZCentral -- Style)
NICE UPSWING IN LEASE DEALS Sep 1, 2009
It also allows the company to put all its brands, including Baby Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy, under one roof -- more efficient than spreading them over two buildings several blocks apart. Gap will have its own private lobby and dedicated elevators. (New York Post -- Business)
Formal black Sep 1, 2009
"Starburst" sheath knit dress, $132 at Banana Republic, Wear-and-Tear gray suede necklace, $48, and oversize crystal necklace, $68, both at Urban Outfitters, and Enigma heels, $68 at Divaz Boutique. . (AZCentral -- Style)
Luxury for less Aug 30, 2009
e. Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Ralph Lauren, Nine West. And then, of course, Ive got the purple clothes from the Red Hat brigade, Regan says. (The Palm Beach Post)
Recession puts squeeze on plus-size fashion Aug 27, 2009
Some retailers, including Old Navy, Banana Republic and Ann Taylor, have taken their plus-size collections out of stores and are selling only online which some experts say plus-size shoppers prefer. Others, including H&M, have dropped out of the plus-size market. (MSNBC -- Business)
Discriminating Taste? Or Just Discrimination? Aug 25, 2009
Even though I was never a clotheshorse, I spent my weekends combing the racks at J. Crew and Banana Republic, eating out at good restaurants, and traveling. A nice watch or a good purse was an occasional luxury but still within reach. (Slate)
S&P 500 Index, Oil Rise to 10-Month High, Treasuries Drop on Housing Data Aug 22, 2009
The operator of the Old Navy and Banana Republic chains reported 3. 1 percent more per- share profit than analysts estimated. (Bloomberg)
Back-to-School Looks Weak for Apparel Retailers Aug 21, 2009
Gap Inc , operator of the Gap, Old Navy and Banana Republic chains, streamlined operations and reduced inefficiencies to generate a quarterly profit that beat analysts' expectations. But its revenue fell 7 percent in the quarter and same-store sales dropped as much as 15 percent in its stores. (ABC News -- Wire)
Gap Reports Slightly Higher 2Q Profit Aug 21, 2009
The operator of Old Navy, Banana Republic and its namesake stores said it earned $228 million, or 33 cents per share, in the quarter ended Aug. 1 ... Gap's sales at stores open at least a year fell 8 percent, dragged down by double-digit sales declines at the North America divisions of Gap and Banana Republic. (ABC News -- Wire)
Stock Futures Signal Losses; Housing Data Eyed Aug 21, 2009
The company behind the Gap, Old Navy and Banana Republic chains -- whose shares are up 39 percent since January -- has improved profit margins even as slumping sales pressured results. Japan's IT services firm Fujitsu Ltd , which is chasing bigger rivals IBM and Hewlett-Packard , nearly quadrupled its annual net profit forecast after it unloaded shares in industrial robot maker Fanuc Ltd for 89 billion yen ($945 million), parrying speculation that it needs to raise capital. (ABC News -- Business)
Gap profit up slightly, beating estimates by a penny Aug 21, 2009
The San Francisco-based operator of , Banana Republic and its namesake stores said Thursday that it earned $228 million, or 33 cents a share, in the quarter ended Aug. 1 ... Gap's sales at stores open at least a year fell 8%, dragged down by double-digit sales declines at the North America divisions of Gap and Banana Republic ... Gap has also made some tweaks to the merchandise at Banana Republic, where sales dropped as higher-income shoppers cut back during the recession. (USA Today -- Money)
GAP PROFIT STAYS COURSE IN 2Q Aug 21, 2009
Gap Inc., operator of the Old Navy and Banana Republic chains, reported second-quarter profit that was little changed and said it would work to regain market share ... Comparable-store sales in North America dropped 4 percent at Old Navy; they fell 10 percent at Gap stores and 15 percent at Banana Republic. (New York Post -- Business)
Earnings Preview-Gap Inc. Aug 19, 2009
OVERVIEW: Like many apparel chains, San Francisco-based Gap Inc., which operates stores under its namesake plus Old Navy and Banana Republic, continues to grapple with sluggish sales as shoppers focus on necessities ... Banana Republic stores in North America posted a 7 percent decline, while Gap North America reported a 9 percent decline. (ABC News -- Wire)
'Mad Men' style Aug 18, 2009
Banana Republic even paired up with AMC to market the show in more than 400 stores throughout the United States and Canada for three weeks leading up to this season's premiere, and launched a casting call contest for a walk-on part. A collection based on the show includes a smooth, gray pencil skirt and printed tie blouse modeled after Christina Hendricks' curvy, head-turning head secretary Joan Halloway, and a slim, belted sheath, modeled after secretary-turned-copywriter Peggy Olson (Elisabeth... (AZCentral -- Style)
Word on the street: CoCo dresses up NW Fresno Aug 17, 2009
CoCo carries high-end items, but also sells mid-range brands, from "Banana Republic on up," Bradhurst said. The shop is stocked with items like a $45 Kate Spade purse and black Christian Louboutin shoes with the trademark red sole for $80. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
'Mad Men' latest show to influence fashion Aug 14, 2009
Banana Republic, which has placed "Mad Men"-inspired clothes in its window displays, is even offering a walk-on role for the winner of a contest. "Mad Men," which returns for its third season Sunday, isn't the first Hollywood creation to influence fashion trends. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Distinctive 'Mad Men' reaches out to today's style, culture Aug 14, 2009
Promotional tie-ins include one with Clorox for the Season 2 DVD and another for Season 3 that features Mad Men at more than 400 Banana Republic stores (Mad About Style. . (USA Today)
J. Crew Gets Fashion-Relevant Again Aug 9, 2009
Pfeifle s uncle was president of Sears; he himself was director of merchandising for Ralph Lauren; he joined Gap, Inc in 1993, working as VP of men s product and design for Banana Republic and in 1995, executive VP of product and design for Old Navy. It s clear that Pfeifle is most in his element designwise when he s discussing men s wear, which accounts for, by some estimates, about 17 percent of J. Crew s revenue. (Suite101.com)
Retailers report sluggish July sales Aug 7, 2009
Among mall-based apparel retailers, Gap, which operates stores under its namesake, Banana Republic and , posted an 8% decline in same-store sales. That's slightly less than the 8. (USA Today -- Money)
Woodstock and the death of fashion Aug 6, 2009
There is such nostalgia for this era that everyone from Michael Kors to Banana Republic has released a collection paying homage to fashion circa 1960. During Woodstock, fashion became about expressing yourself, decorating yourself, and showing your spirit in a very different way than it was before, says Diane Davis, editor of. (Boston Globe)
25 garment factories close in Bangladesh due to global crisis Aug 5, 2009
Bangladesh manufactures garment products for global brands like Banana Republic, Disney or Gap. The entrepreneurs said they are now focusing on Japan to create new market. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Mass. start-ups take another run at custom-made apparel Aug 2, 2009
There s definitely a higher learning curve here than going to a Banana Republic and buying something off the rack, says Shih, and it does require some hand-holding. To deal with that, some of the companies hold shopping parties where a group of prospective customers can get together, get their hands on sample products, and get measured; 9tailors has one scheduled in Boston later this month. (Boston Globe)
Right Jeans for Every Man Aug 1, 2009
Jeans: Marc by Marc Jacobs, $78 Clothing and accessories: DKNY shirt Omega watch Banana Republic shoes. Night out jeans: dark, slim jeans, dressy shirt. (CBS News)
Green bags make a fashion splash Jul 30, 2009
Banana Republic carries 100-percent cotton bags with lively blue-and-red batik prints ($16. 99). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Google exec Marissa Mayer - seriously stylish? Jul 27, 2009
-- We checked out the new "Mad Men"-inspired collection (left) at Banana Republic at the Grant Avenue store the other day, and we're curious: Does BR's design team watch the show in black and white. Fans of the impeccably styled AMC series about advertising men and their families set in the early '60s know that the women's wardrobes - especially office manager Joan Holloway's sexy sheaths - come in brilliant colors. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Promenade at Coconut Creek gets reprieve Jul 23, 2009
Retail tenants include Banana Republic, DSW and Chico s. It also has Starbucks, Salad Creations and Lime Fresh Mexican Grill. A Stanbery executive did not immediately return a call seeking comment. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Recession is cramping the style of bling culture Jul 23, 2009
Old Navy, owned by Gap Inc., saw June sales at stores open at least a year were down 7 percent from a year earlier, compared with a 10 percent drop for all Gap businesses, which include its more-expensive namesake stores, Banana Republic and other brands. Old Navy carries the least expensive clothing among Gap Inc. stores. (MSNBC -- Business)
BIDEN: IT'S WORKING! Jul 17, 2009
It's not going to change a bit until it's either so broken everything falls apart, turning the US into just another banana republic, or loyal citizens wake up and make a fundamental change in direction to a non-partisan, pro-economic and social freedom and pro-Constitution model. 2012 could very well be the year neither a republican nor a democrat win the White House. (The Drudge Report)
LETTER: Cap-trade bill will affect costs for every citizen Jul 13, 2009
Bps wrote on Jul 11, 2009 11:56 AM:" AS IF THE ATROCITY OF THE PENDING CAP AND TRADE ISNT ENOUGH TO FINISH DESTROYING OUR ECONOMY, NOW THE DUMMY-DEMOCRATS ARE GETTING READY FOR THE COUP DE GRAUS.NOT SATISFIED WITH QUADRUPTLING THE RECORD LEVELS OF DEBT BY THE PREVIOUS DUMMY IN CHARGE FOR OUR GREAT-GREAT GRANDCHILDREN TO PAY OFF, THEY NOW WANT ANOTHER WORTHLESS PORKULAS BILL.Quote: http://tinyurl.com/b78qxuJust weeks after Congress approved the largest spending package in US history, Nancy... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Clothes Made This Man, and Vice Versa Jul 13, 2009
Mickey Drexler Turned The Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy and Now J. Crew into Retail Giants. Font size. (CBS News)
Retail Sales in U.S. Probably Rose, Factory Slump Eased as Recession Waned Jul 12, 2009
Sales declined more than analysts forecast at San Francisco-based , operator of the Old Navy and Banana Republic chains, and , a teen-clothing retailer based in New Albany, Ohio. The International Council of Shopping Centers, which said June retail sales fell by 5. (Bloomberg -- US)
Banana Republic Shoppers Can Walk Onto Mad Men Jul 11, 2009
AMC and Banana Republic are offering shoppers a chance for a walk-on role on the network's Emmy Award winning drama Mad Men ... Beginning July 21 and leading up to Mad Men's third-season premiere on Aug. 16 at 10 p.m. (ET/CT), Banana Republic's 400 U.S. and Canadian outlets will showcase mannequins dressed in modern takes on classic, iconic 1960s style, along with series imagery and tune-in details ... Banana Republic is also creating a style guide profiling the Mad Men character profiles and... (Multichannel News)
Sisters shop to fetch rare items for Yuma customers Jul 10, 2009
Most items boast sales tags from $12 to $25 and just a few of the designer and brand names include Armani, Marc Jacobs, Versace, 7 for All Mankind, Dooney & Burke, Banana Republic, Luck Brand Jeans and Fossil. Ward explained that historically, designers would take trunks to big-city streets and literally pull new fashions out of box on the corner. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Find Your Center at Gap's Pure Body Studio on 5th Ave. Jul 9, 2009
Gap Inc. is a leading global specialty retailer offering clothing, accessories and personal care products for men, women, children and babies under the Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime and Athleta brand names. Fiscal 2008 sales were $14. (PR Newswire)
Gap franchises coming to Thailand Jul 9, 2009
Through these franchise partners, the company today has 100 Gap and 34 Banana Republic stores open in 17 countries. In Southeast Asia, Gap has franchised stores open in Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines and Singapore. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
