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Sep 30 2008 10:33am EDT

Morning Hemlines: H&M, Valentino, Retail, Handbags, Dior, Westwood

Even H&M is not immune. The Swedish fast-fashion retailer's stock dropped after third-quarter profits missed analyst expectation--then again, at least there were profits. (WWD)

Retail stocks were down yesterday, just like everything else. (DNR)

Madison Avenue retailers are already seeing more cautious buyers, more returns, and fewer European spenders. (WWD)

Rumors are swirling that Alessandra Facchinetti may not be long for Valentino. Her first collection was fall/winter 2008. (Fashion Week Daily)

Handbags are getting hee-yuge. Maybe that's so you have a place to put your money. (IHT)

Dior shows an African-inspired collection in Paris. (NY Times)

Vivienne Westwood explains how to wear a tablecloth. (The Guardian)


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