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The Jones Group Inc. announced the promotion of Aida Tejero-DeColli to the newly created position of Chief People Officer, effective immediately. In this elevated role, Aida will continue to lead all efforts supporting Human Resources activities at Jones including, talent acquisition and management, training and development, and associate compensation, benefit and recognition programs.

Just a little after a year since Rachel Zoe launched her clothing line, rumors are swirling that sales are not leaving up to expectations.

Streetwear designer Daryl Kerrigan, aka Daryl K, closed her NYC in March and said she was 'taking a break from retail for the time being.' In October, she launched a lower-priced line with Urban Outfitters, with items priced between $59 and $139. But it looks like her signature high-end line is making a comeback!

Sephora has finally completed it's four store makeover. They have redone the Soho store, Union Square, Columbus Circle and have finished up with their largest - the Times Square location. The 42nd Street store is now as sparkling as it's glittering eye shadows!

Puma has announced that chief executive Franz Koch will leave in March as part of an ongoing shake-up as it tries to catch up with rivals such as Adidas and Nike.

Jacob & Co. stands for exquisite timepieces and fine jewelry, settings that resemble high-design concepts and artistic flare. It's no surprise, that celebrities like Rihanna, Kim Kardashian, and Carrie Underwood turn to Jacob & Co. for their red carpet appearances.

Los Angeles-based teen entrepreneurs Emily Matson and Julianne Goldmark, the duo behind Emi-Jay, Inc., announced their 2013 partnership with Step Up Women's Network. Founded in 2008, the luxe hair accessory company partners with Step Up Women's Network to encourage girls across the nation to fulfill their goals and unlock their ultimate career potential.

Aquafina and 'Project Runway' have teamed up to launch the 'Aquafina Pure Challenge,' a competition that invites consumers, including aspiring designers, to celebrate the pure essence of who they are by submitting an original Aquafina-inspired design

Oscar de la Renta wants to know what their fans are thinking. Erika Bearman, the brand's media personality and senior vice president of global communications, is set to host a focus group next week reports WWD. The company is gearing up to launch a 'top secret' product specifically aimed for cyber space and the twist? Bearman will select the participants via Twitter.

Bloomingdale's has brought it's online denim experience into five of its stores. Their 'denim seeker' tool, aimed to help shoppers find the best jean for their body, has gone from the small computer screen to a large 32-inch veritical touch screen in the women's denim department. The pilot program is featured at Bloomingdale's stores in Aventura, Fla.; Century City, Calif.; Short Hills, N.J., and SoHo and White Plains, N.Y.

River Island launched a number of new brands online and in selected stores to join their growing assortment of brands.

Hearts On Fire®, The World's Most Perfectly Cut Diamond®, announced that it has unveiled a collection of diamond anniversary and wedding bands that feature a new, hidden signature on the inside of the band. This signature, a ring of hearts encircling the band behind each diamond, highlights the unique company name of Hearts On Fire, and also provides extra meaning for both the wearer and giver of the band.

Wealthy U.S. women earning at least $150,000 a year rank 31 luxury handbag brands in the new 2013 Luxury Brand Status Index (LBSI) survey from the independent and objective New York-based Luxury Institute. The LBSI evaluates product quality, design, exclusivity, social status enhancement, as well as considerations of in-store experiences, quality of customer service and worthiness of premium pricing on an average score of 1-10.

L'Oréal, announced today the opening of the largest hair color production plant in the world in terms of production capacity.

Dogeared Jewels & Gifts, an accessories brand known for its cool California aesthetic and innovative designs, announced that its soon to launch 2013 "Forever" line includes an expanded collection of all new good luck charms. The wholesale catalog, Dogeared Forever 2013, premiering at select winter trade shows, will feature an array of expanded and new collections with words, charms and delicate and sophisticated line extensions that showcase the inspirational stories Dogeared is known for.

Lois Wade announced the creation and launch of her new website venture, http://www.YourBestAccessories.com. The website carries a wide variety of designer women's accessories such as handbags, wallets, scarves, and sunglasses. The featured products are all from top designers on the market, with the website featuring high quality brand names such as Gucci, Prada, YSL, Burberry, and Valentino.

The Antigua Group, Inc. has expanded their golf performance line for 2013 to include a new collection of performance hats and a variety of executive quality and sport inspired luggage styles.

FootzyFolds shoe company has received mention on the Katie Couric Show, and now have become even more popular with women, according to an iTrustNews report published online. These new roll up shoes for women are helping more ladies to carry extra pairs of shoes for just the right occasion.

Amatyzt.com, an online boutique that specializes in unique and limited pieces, announced that is it now an authorized retailer for the sports luxury watch line Stefan Johansson Vaxjo Watches. 'Stefan could have lent his name to any sporty watch brand, but instead, he created these gorgeous timepieces with very personal touches,' explains Alexa Ronngren, President of Amatyzt.com, 'They are sporty and luxurious - with the precision you would expect from both Johansson and Swiss movements!' After thirty-plus years in the racing business, Johansson's career has included Formula 1, Indycar, and sports car racing for a number of prestigious manufacturers and teams such as Ferrari, McLaren, Porsche and Mercedes. Among his memorable wins are at the 24 Hours of LeMans and two triumphs at Sebring. But lately the active racer has been taking an unexpected passenger along for a ride… Stefan Johansson Vaxjo luxury watches are tested by Johansson and his colleagues on professional tracks.

Kitsy Lane, a social commerce community for jewelry designers, announced that Sheree Whitfield, a prominent Atlanta socialite and entrepreneur, best known for her role on 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta' has unveiled her new, premiere jewelry merchandise collection. The She by Sheree Collection was exclusively created for Kitsy Lane and will be offered solely through Sheree's Kitsy Lane boutique (shebysheree.kitsylane.com). The She by Sheree Collection, will launch with custom pieces of fashionable yet affordable jewelry Sheree has personally designed.