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Beauty Research, a beauty blogging web site, released this year's list of Top 10 Valentine's Day Gifts. The extensive list includes choices for him and her and features fragrance sets, candy and snack combinations, candles and more. The list also includes details about each gift along with recommendations about where to purchase. Every year both men and women struggle to find the perfect give for their loved ones for Valentine's Day. Top 10 lists have become popular because they are assembled by experts, taking the guess work out of purchasing gifts.

Oscar de la Renta is launching a 'cheaper' line exclusively with The Outnet. The 24-piece collection, described on WWD as 'more approachably priced,' debuts on February 26th with prices ranging from $325 to $1,295, with the bulk of the dresses set to retail at less than $1,000.

Just last month Authentic Brands acquired the HMX Group, and now they announced their acquisition of Judith Leiber, Adrienne Vittadini and Taryn Rose.

Harry Winston Diamond Corporation reports that it has been served with a formal Notice of Discontinuance of the court action brought by C. Fipke Holdings Ltd against BHP Billiton Canada Ltd, Harry Winston, Stuart Blusson, Archon Minerals and various associated companies. The court action related to Harry Winston's proposed purchase of BHP Billiton's interests in the Ekati diamond mine. Harry Winston has been advised by BHP Billiton that all of its joint venture partners have agreed to waive their rights of first refusal in respect of the sale by BHP Billiton to Harry Winston pursuant to their existing purchase agreements. The discontinuance of the action and waivers of the rights of first refusal permit the transactions between Harry Winston and BHP Billiton to proceed, subject to satisfaction of closing conditions, including regulatory approvals.

Lynn Tilton, Founder and CEO of Patriarch Partners LLC, a New York based investment firm and holding company, announced that Richard Lowe III has been named International Creative Director for the Spiegel family of women's apparel brands. In this capacity, Mr. Lowe will be responsible for the design and creative direction of all in-house brands (Spiegel Collection, Newport News and Shape FX) in the U.S. and abroad. He will also oversee all online development, merchandising and R&D.

The Jones Group Inc. ('Jones,' the 'Company') has appointed Joseph Stafiniak to the newly created position of Senior Vice President of Merchandising of Nine West, effective immediately. In this role, Stafiniak will operate as the lead merchant for Nine West overseeing merchandising strategies and the execution of product to meet the expanding needs of the brand's global business. He will report to Kathy Nedorostek, Group President of Global Footwear and Accessories.

Banana Republic has introduced their new Classic, W and M fragrances, which have each been renewed to capture the modern style of the Banana Republic customer. The modern packaging was inspired by the sleek, sophisticated lines of Banana Republic's renowned tailoring as well as customer demand to bring back the beloved M fragrance, which was first introduced in 1995.

BOLDFACE Group, a celebrity beauty licensing company, announced that CVS has expanded the Kourtney, Kim and Khloe Kardashian beauty line offering at their stores after a successful launch during the holiday season.

Saks Fifth Avenue is seeing an influx of collections notable for their playful colors, lighter weights, feminine charms and ethereal moods. Here, Saks notes a few of the most compelling trends we see emerging for spring.

Movado Group, Inc. announced that it has acquired from Swico Limited all but ten percent of the outstanding capital stock of MGS Distribution Limited ('MGS'), the UK company which, since 2007, has been operated as a joint venture between Movado Group and Swico responsible for the marketing, distribution and sale of Movado Group's licensed brands in the UK. This increases the Company's ownership in MGS to 90% from 51%. Consequently, Movado Group and Swico have terminated their joint venture agreement and the Company will manage MGS as a wholly owned subsidiary but with continued logistical support and after-sale service in the territory provided by Swico.

lululemon athletica inc. announced that Robert Bensoussan has been appointed to the company's Board of Directors. Mr. Bensoussan's appointment reflects lululemon's increasing international focus and his addition expands the Board to 11 members.

Ben Bridge Jeweler announced the kickoff of its $100,000 Wedding of the Century contest. Co-sponsored by Tag Heuer, Ikuma Diamonds and Hawaiian Airlines, the Wedding of the Century Grand Prize package will make one lucky couple's dream wedding a reality. Couples may enter the sweepstakes before April 15 by visiting www.facebook.com/BenBridgeJewelerand clicking on the Wedding of the Century Sweepstakes application. The Grand Prize winner will be randomly selected from all eligible entries and will receive:

One Direction took time out of their busy schedule in December to visit the Lord Baltimore design studio in Culver City. The band's members Niall Horan, Zayn Malik, Liam Payne, Harry Styles, and Louis Tomlinson dropped by to chat with Christian Audigier about his new fashion brand and took the opportunity to be the first to wear Lord Baltimore both on and off-stage.

With a fresh coating of snow on the ground, it's the perfect time to pick up a few colorful accessories to remind yourself that Spring is coming soon. Thank goodness for Amrita Singh and her fantastic Bollywood inspired jewerly. The bright emerald, turquoise, coral and red pieces are inspiration enough to get you through the next few weeks of cold.

WWD reported that MAC Cosmetics is expanding its presence in Africa. MAC opened its first freestanding store in Lagos, Nigeria today at the Ikeja City Mall just after opening in Zambia in December, and Botswana in early January. A second MAC store is planned for The Palms Mall in Lagos later this year. Within three years, MAC plans to open five more stores in Lagos.

The always beautiful and fresh faced Drew Barrymore is on the cover of the March issue of Harper's Bazaar. With so much going on (new baby and the launch of cosmetic line Flower), I am in awe of how rested and relaxed she looks!

J. Mendel let's the clothes speak for themselves in the new Spring campaign. The ads feature model Bette Franke in the gorgeous creations, photographed by Daniel Jackson, with stylist Alistair McKimm. Truly a work of art!

It's Super Bowl weekend! Whether your a huge Ravens or 49ers fan, or your day will revolve around enjoying typical Super Bowl food (hot wings - yum!), don't forget to take advantage of the weekend sales.

Kate Spade New York will launch a new scent, Live Colorfully, along with a capsule collection in April. Very few details are available on the range, but by just looking at the advertising, we know it's going to be very colorful and aid costumers in their efforts to keep things lively this Spring.

Lanvin's new Spring ad campaign, shot by Steven Miesel, is described as 'The morning after the night before. Beautiful women, beautiful men, beautiful light, beautiful friends.'