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		<description><![CDATA[Posted in Fashion / Australian fashion week / Fashion blog / Fashion pictures / Street style Use social media for long enough and you start to think in hashtags. You also end up being “social” via iPhone while your friend next to you is “social” on theirs. What happened to real-life interaction with eachother? Amidst [...]]]></description>
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<p>Use social media for long enough and you start to think in hashtags. You also end up being “social” via iPhone while your friend next to you is “social” on theirs. What happened to real-life interaction with eachother?</p>
<p>Amidst the deafening style noise of Australian <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> week the off-duty style of model Ollie Henderson stood out the most. Not just for her fearless and quirky clashes of colour and print, but for the most unusual accessory of the week: hashtags.</p>
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<p><strong>Article continues</strong>. To read it in full visit &#8216;Hashtags as fashion accessory&#8217; at Fashionising.com »</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[Posted in Fashion / Australian fashion week / Fashion blog / Fashion pictures / Street style Use social media for long enough and you start to think in hashtags. You also end up being “social” via iPhone while your friend next to you is “social” on theirs. What happened to real-life interaction with eachother? Amidst [...]]]></description>
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<p>Use social media for long enough and you start to think in hashtags. You also end up being “social” via iPhone while your friend next to you is “social” on theirs. What happened to real-life interaction with eachother?</p>
<p>Amidst the deafening style noise of Australian <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> week the off-duty style of model Ollie Henderson stood out the most. Not just for her fearless and quirky clashes of colour and print, but for the most unusual accessory of the week: hashtags.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone" src="http://fashionfocusstudio.com/wp-content/plugins/myscript/cache/c849d_120514HashtagsAsAccessory.jpg" alt="ollie henderson hashtag street style" height="900" width="600" title="Hashtags as fashion accessory" /></p>
<p><strong>Article continues</strong>. To read it in full visit &#8216;Hashtags as fashion accessory&#8217; at Fashionising.com »</p>
<p><sub>Tagged: hashtag<br />
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		<title>Mugler, Raoul and Timo Weiland Kicks Of Singapore Audi Fashion Festival</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Getty Images Audi Fashion Festival: Raoul A/W 2012 SINGAPORE &#8211; MAY 17: Models walk the runway at the Audi Fashion Festival Raoul A/W 2012 Fashion Showcase at Tent@Orchard on May 17, 2012 in Singapore. Audi Fashion Festival, part of Asia Fashion Exchange which takes place from May 14-20, is a showcase of collections by top [...]]]></description>
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<h3 class="worth">Audi Fashion Festival: Raoul A/W 2012</h3>
<p>SINGAPORE &#8211; MAY 17:  Models walk the runway at the Audi Fashion Festival Raoul A/W 2012 Fashion Showcase at Tent@Orchard on May 17, 2012 in Singapore. Audi Fashion Festival, part of Asia Fashion Exchange which takes place from May 14-20, is a showcase of collections by top and emerging designers and labels, both international and Asian, hoping to position Singapore as Asia&#8217;s <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> hub.</p>
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		<title>Fashion Designer Breeyn McCarney Presents &#039;Vessel&#039;, a Collection of Couture Dresses in Collaboration With Artist Irena &#8230;</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[TORONTO, ONTARIO&#8211;(Marketwire -05/18/12)- Editors Note: There is a photo associated with this press release. Toronto fashion designer Breeyn McCarney has collaborated with artist Irena Komadinic to present &#8216;Vessel&#8217;, a collection of couture dresses inspired by the human heart. The collection will show at Red Bull 381 Projects in Toronto, Canada, on May 29th 2012 at [...]]]></description>
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<span class="yshortcuts">Toronto <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a></span> designer <span class="yshortcuts">Breeyn McCarney</span> has collaborated with artist <span class="yshortcuts">Irena Komadinic</span> to present &#8216;Vessel&#8217;, a collection of couture dresses inspired by the human heart. The collection will show at <span class="yshortcuts">Red Bull 381 Projects</span> in Toronto, Canada, on May 29th 2012 at 8PM.
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This collection is an homage to the human heart, with textiles hand-dyed and painted by Komadinic and cuts engineered by McCarney. Delicate water colour washes in blood hues are embellished with Breeyn&#8217;s signature beading, knitting and leather-craft techniques. Deeply dramatic, this portfolio collection seeks to highlight the skills and services offered by the artists &#8211; Irena&#8217;s beautiful and emotional paintings, and Breeyn&#8217;s laborious custom work.
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Choosing not to show at <span class="yshortcuts">Toronto</span>&#8216;s MasterCard Fashion Week, Breeyn wanted to distance the label from mass commercialization and present a <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> show that focused on the incredible couture quality and tailoring of the dresses, something the label is known for. &#8220;Toronto World MasterCard Fashion Week just doesn&#8217;t feel like the right fit for me &#8211; the drama and theatre of working with the entire environment is part of the show. The music, the venue, everything contributes to that very ephemeral world that only exists for 8 minutes.&#8221;
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The show&#8217;s sponsors include Nine West, Red Bull, Katie Marie Makeup, Betty Kiss Style, Anice Jewellery and Priceless Beauty.
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&#8216;Vessel&#8217; is a product of a new wave of community involvement happening in the Toronto fashion scene. By utilizing crowdfunding to produce the show, Breeyn has stepped away from the traditional expectations of the Toronto fashion scene. It&#8217;s thanks to the help of the community at large that Breeyn and Irena have been able to develop the impressive collection that will be displayed on May 29. &#8220;There aren&#8217;t many avenues for funding design in Toronto. We are deeply grateful and honoured that so many people chose to be a part of this project &#8211; it is so much better because of that.&#8221;
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For more information about the show, please visit http://www.breeyn.com.
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About the Designer
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Breeyn McCarney works to balance her interest in politics and world events with her drive to create beautiful objects of fashion. She loves old-fashioned craftsmanship utilizing embroidery, knitting, leathercraft, and beading to embellish her garments. With a focus on custom-fit designs, she is building a circle of clients with whom she creates one-of-a-kind tailored garments that highlight the individual assets and attributes of each woman&#8217;s body.
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Irena Komadinic is a Canadian artist based in Hamilton, Ontario. She studied at McMaster University and Sheridan College receiving an Honours B.A. in Visual Arts in 2004. Irena has worked in various media including sculpture, printmaking, installation and textile art. Currently she is focused on acrylic paintings that she creates using washes on unprimed canvas. Irena is also working on a series of London cityscapes in collaboration with artist Garth Tweedie.
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<p>Media Contact<br />ReiCura<br />Beth McCahon<br />416-858-5266<br />beth.m@reicura.com
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<p>Article source: <a href="http://finance.yahoo.com/news/fashion-designer-breeyn-mccarney-presents-205900637.html">http://finance.yahoo.com/news/fashion-designer-breeyn-mccarney-presents-205900637.html</a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Singapore Fashion Week Showcases Homegrown And International Labels</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Singapore’s fashion week, more famously known as the Audi Fashion Festival, has been building itself as the fashion week to go to in Asia. I say this because while there is an emphasis on homegrown labels, the people behind the fashion festival also invite designers from the region, as well as international names. Thus, creating [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Singapore’s <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> week, more famously known as the Audi Fashion Festival, has been building itself as the <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> week to go to in Asia. I say this because while there is an emphasis on homegrown labels, the people behind the fashion festival also invite designers from the region, as well as international names. Thus, creating a true center of fashion in the region.</p>
<p> <img src="http://fashionfocusstudio.com/wp-content/plugins/myscript/cache/82e0d_300x210.jpg" alt="Mugler, Raoul and Timo Weiland Kicks Of Singapore Audi Fashion Festival" width="300" height="210" title="Singapore Fashion Week Showcases Homegrown And International Labels" /><span class="icon date">see photos<b /></span><span class="photocredit">Getty Images</span></p>
<p class="wp-caption-text">Click for full photo gallery: Mugler, Raoul and Timo Weiland Kicks Of Singapore Audi Fashion Festival</p>
<p>This year, the season was opened by Mugler under the creative direction of Nicola Formichetti. The Mugler show was a recreation of the house’s fall 2012 show in Paris last March. By bringing the collection to Singapore, it increased awareness of the renaissance of the brand.</p>
<p>Singapore label Raoul headlined the second day of the collections. Raoul, though founded in Singapore, has an impressive international presence. Designed by Odile Benjamin, Raoul’s fall 2012 collection had plenty of smart pieces including those minimalist, almost monastic-looking dresses, the oversized orange and black houndstooth coats and the chic daywear.</p>
<p>New York designer Timo Weiland showed his pre-spring 2012 collection as part of the Future Fashion Now (FFN) project. FFN makes the collections available for purchases as soon as they hit the runway via the FFN website. Timo Weiland’s collection was the inaugural show for FFN and he showed dresses and separates with cool and hip Upper East Side girls in mind—proper with just the right amount of attitude.</p>
<p>See the collections of Mugler, Raoul and Timo Weiland in the slideshow.</p>
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		<title>Fashion agenda: Fashion Rio, 20th Vienna Life Ball</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[As the glitz continues at the Cannes Film Festival, other glamorous events taking place across the globe include Brazil&#8216;s Fashion Rio event and the 20th Vienna Life Ball, which will feature a special anniversary fashion show presenting some of the most extravagant Life Ball designs of years gone by. Read about this and other important [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="first">As the glitz continues at the <span class="yshortcuts">Cannes Film Festival</span>, other glamorous events taking place across the globe include <span class="yshortcuts">Brazil</span>&#8216;s <span class="yshortcuts">Fashion Rio</span> event and the <span class="yshortcuts">20th Vienna Life Ball</span>, which will feature a special anniversary <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> show presenting some of the most extravagant Life Ball designs of years gone by. Read about this and other important upcoming <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> events here.</p>
<p><strong><span class="yshortcuts">Cannes Film Festival</span></strong><br /> Ongoing until May 27<br /> Cannes, France</p>
<p>With the star-studded <span class="yshortcuts">Cannes Film Festival</span> underway, fashionistas are preparing for a host of glamorous soirees, with one of the biggest social highlights being the Cinema Against AIDS charity black tie event, which attracts some of the biggest names from fashion, music, business, and international society. It is scheduled for May 24, with Milla Jovovich, Kylie Minogue, Karl Lagerfeld, Carine Roitfeld and Aishwarya Rai among this year&#8217;s event chairs.<br /> http://www.festival-cannes.fr/en.html</p>
<p><strong>20th Vienna Life Ball</strong><br /> May 19<br /> Vienna, Austria</p>
<p>This year&#8217;s Life Ball has the theme &#8220;Fight the Flames of Ignorance&#8221; and to celebrate the <span class="yshortcuts">20th anniversary</span> of this annual AIDS charity event this year will see a special anniversary <span class="yshortcuts">fashion show</span>. Organized by <em>Vogue</em> Italia magazine, some of the most extravagant Life Ball designs of years gone by, from creators such as Roberto Cavalli and Vivienne Westwood, will be showcased &#8212; with top models including Alek Wek and Karolina Kurkova taking to the runway.<br />http://www.lifeball.org/?lang=en</p>
<p><strong>Timeless Beauty</strong><br /> May 20-July 15<br /> Shanghai, China</p>
<p>Following on from Italian luxury goods label Bvlgari&#8217;s <em>125 Years of Italian Magnificence </em>expo in Shanghai, luxury jewelry maison Van Cleef  Arpels will take its <em>Timeless Beauty</em> exhibition to the city&#8217;s Museum of Contemporary Art. The house presents a guide to its legacy, showcasing some 370 pieces of jewelry, watches and accessories and celebrating more than 100 years of high-end jewels.<br />http://www.mocashanghai.org/index.php?_function=exhibition</p>
<p><strong>Fashion Rio</strong><br />May 22-26<br /><span class="yshortcuts">Rio de Janeiro, Brazil</span></p>
<p>While <span class="yshortcuts">Brazil</span>&#8216;s status as a key fashion destination continues to rise &#8211; fashion houses including Fendi, Bottega Veneta and Yves Saint Laurent will begin working on expansion in the country this year &#8211; <span class="yshortcuts">Fashion Rio</span> kicks off May 22 and precedes the larger-scale São Paulo Fashion Week, which takes place in June. Transgender model Lea T., who recently made her first post-op runway appearance, has already been confirmed to walk in a series of shows.<br />http://ffw.com.br/fashionrio/</p>
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<p><strong>2012 CFDA </strong><strong>Fashion</strong><strong> Awards</strong><br /> June 4<br /> New York, USA</p>
<p>Ashley Olsen  Mary-Kate Olsen for The Row, Jack McCollough  Lazaro Hernandez for Proenza Schouler and Marc Jacobs will compete for the coveted Womenswear Designer of the Year Award at the prestigious annual ceremony, organized by the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). Hollywood actor Johnny Depp will receive the Fashion Icon Award this year due to his &#8220;personal and eclectic sense of style.&#8221; This in fact signals the first time a male will receive the gong, which last year went to pop star Lady Gaga.<br />http://www.cfda.com/category/fashion-awards/</p>
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		<title>Mercedes Benz to Sponsor Orange County Fashion Destination Group (FDG) and Working Wardrobes Summer Fashion Extravaganza</title>
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<p>ORANGE COUNTY, Calif., May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ &#8212; <b>Fashion Destination Group (FDG)</b> and <b><span class="yshortcuts">Working Wardrobes</span></b> would like to welcome <b><span class="yshortcuts">Mercedes Benz of Laguna Niguel</span></b> as one of the top sponsors for their June 9th <b>Fashion Extravaganza</b>. <b>Mercedes</b> will showcase luxury cars as part of the event. Luxury cars for a luxurious event!</p>
<p>Celebrity makeup artist <b><span class="yshortcuts">Lynn Simpson</span></b> will be joining the festivities as the premier makeup artist for the models that will be showcased. <b>Simpson</b> has been in the industry for over 10 years, working with celebrities such as <b>Jessica and <span class="yshortcuts">Ashlee Simpson</span></b>, no relation. With a background in <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> and photography, she gives her clients the perfect look for that special occasion.</p>
<p><b>Catt Sadler</b>, host of <b>E! News</b> and various <b>E! Entertainment</b> Specials, will be hosting the Luxury Fashion evening runway show. <b>Sadler</b> is an Emmy Award-winning journalist and was named by the Los Angeles Times as one of the top 10 broadcasters of our generation. Additional celebrity participants and guests will be announced shortly.</p>
<p>The fabulous <b><span class="yshortcuts">Trina Turk</span></b> will include her amazing designs in the <b>FDG</b> designer showcase. &#8220;Inspired by the multicultural mix, architecture, and landscape of Los Angeles and California, The Trina Turk Collection is full of the Season&#8217;s most casually sophisticated &#8211; and &#8216;must have&#8217; silhouettes.&#8221; (from meet Trina at http://www.trinaturk.com/trina.aspx)</p>
<p><b>FDG</b> will host a <b>Press Conference</b> on May 22, 2012 at 2 pm at the <b>Westin Hotel</b> Poolside, 686 Anton Boulevard, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, and a <b>Model Casting Call</b> from 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm. All press are invited to attend as there will be groundbreaking information about the event, as well as an announcement from the <b>U.S. Department of Commerce</b>. Please confirm attendance with <b>Jessica Du</b> at 714-42-7338 or JessieD.tm@gmail.com</p>
<p>For additional information about <b>Fashion Destination Group</b> (FDG), tickets (including VIP seats), exhibitor and sponsorship information, please visit: http://www.fashiondestinationgroup.com or contact Marilen Coughenour, President, at (949) 436-8652 or e-mail at Marilen@fashiondestinationgroup.com.</p>
<p>ABOUT FASHION DESTINATION GROUP: As a <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> industry promotion group, its core purpose is to showcase and support fashion entrepreneurs, retailers, brand-name designers, students and businesses in the community.</p>
<p>ABOUT WORKING WARDROBES: Working Wardrobes, an independent nonprofit organization empowers men, women, young adults and Veterans who are overcoming life&#8217;s challenges to transform themselves and confidently enter the workforce. The organization offers career development, wardrobe and grooming services provided in an environment of dignity and respect. Since 1991, Working Wardrobes has served nearly 60,000 adults emerging from a wide spectrum of backgrounds, including welfare-to- work, alcohol and substance abuse, domestic violence, transitional homelessness, catastrophic illness and traumatic financial losses.</p>
<p>CONTACT:</p>
<p>Tamara Wentworth: 949-292-9305, wentworthpr@me.com<br />
Jill Cosby: 949-226-4007, cosbyjill@yahoo.com <br />
Jessica Du: 714-402-7338, jessied.tm@gmail.com </p>
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		<title>Fashion Retailer Charlotte Russe Selects Innotrac for eCommerce Fulfillment and Contact Center Solutions</title>
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<p>ATLANTA, May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ &#8211; Innotrac Corporation (INOC), a best-of-breed commerce provider integrating digital technology, fulfillment, and contact center solutions, today announced that <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> retailer Charlotte Russe has selected Innotrac to provide fulfillment and contact center solutions for its growing eCommerce business.</p>
<p>The San Diego-based retailer was founded in 1975, and currently operates over 500 retail stores in 45 states and Puerto Rico.  Charlotte Russe offers fashionable value-priced women&#8217;s apparel, footwear and accessories that appeal to a broad range of customers.  </p>
<p>&#8220;We are very excited to work with growing retailers like Charlotte Russe,&#8221; said Larry Hanger, Senior Vice President, Client Services at Innotrac.  &#8220;Apparel is a highly competitive environment and Charlotte Russe is one of the top retailers in the &#8216;fast <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a>&#8217; category.  They have consistently shown a commitment to their customers, and we are pleased to partner with them as they continue to grow their brand.&#8221;</p>
<p>&#8220;Innotrac&#8217;s commitment to provide best-in-class service levels was key in our selection,&#8221; said Chris Monier, Vice President, Logistics at Charlotte Russe.  &#8220;In the competitive fast fashion market, our customer will appreciate their ability to process orders quickly and provide a high level of customer service.&#8221;</p>
<p>Innotrac will provide eCommerce fulfillment and high-touch customer care services for Charlotte Russe, which also includes returns processing.  Innotrac is working closely to integrate with Charlotte Russe&#8217;s eCommerce platform powered by MICROS-Retail, ensuring  a seamless customer experience across all major touch points.</p>
<p class="c1">About Charlotte Russe</p>
<p>Charlotte Russe is a growing, mall-based specialty retailer of fashionable, value-priced apparel and accessories. Charlotte Russe provides exciting, fashion-forward merchandise that appeals to a broad range of customers, with a core emphasis on the lifestyle trends of young women in their teens and twenties. As of January 1, 2010, Charlotte Russe operated over 500 stores throughout 45 states and Puerto Rico.</p>
<p class="c1">About Innotrac</p>
<p>Innotrac Corporation, founded in 1984 and based near Atlanta, Georgia, is a best-of-breed commerce provider integrating digital technology, fulfillment and contact center solutions to support global brands.  The Company employs sophisticated order processing and warehouse management technology and operates eight fulfillment centers and one call center spanning all time zones across the continental United States.  Innotrac Europe GmbH has a network of fulfillment centers, call centers, and returns processing facilities with operations in the UK, Germany, France, Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands. Connect with Innotrac at www.innotrac.com or http://www.linkedin.com/company/innotrac.</p>
<p class="c2">Information contained in this press release, other than historical information, may be considered forward-looking in nature.  Forward-looking statements are subject to various risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those anticipated, estimated or expected.  Among the key factors that may have a direct bearing on Innotrac&#8217;s operating results, performance or financial condition are competition, the demand for Innotrac&#8217;s services, Innotrac&#8217;s ability to retain its current clients, Innotrac&#8217;s success in growing its existing client base, developing new business, Innotrac&#8217;s ability to maintain or improve gross margins in the face of increasing revenues, reducing operating costs in response to reduced service revenues, realization of expected revenues from new clients, the general state of the  industries that the Company serves, changing technologies, Innotrac&#8217;s ability to maintain profit margins in the face of pricing pressures and numerous other factors discussed in Innotrac&#8217;s 2010 Annual Report on Form 10-K and other filings on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission.  Innotrac disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.</p>
<p>Media Contact:</p>
<p>Yolanda Kokayi<br />
Innotrac Marketing Manager<br />
678-584-4096<br />ykokayi@innotrac.com</p>
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		<title>China Xiniya Fashion Limited Reports First Quarter 2012 Financial Results</title>
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<p>XIAMEN, China, May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ &#8211; China <span class="yshortcuts">Xiniya Fashion Limited</span> (&#8220;Xiniya&#8221; or the &#8220;Company&#8221;) (XNY), a leading provider of men&#8217;s business casual apparel in China, today reported financial results for the first quarter of 2012. The financial statements and other financial information included in this press release have been prepared in conformity with International Financial Reporting Standards (&#8220;IFRS&#8221;).</p>
<p><span class="yshortcuts">The Company</span> publishes its financial statements in Renminbi (&#8220;RMB&#8221;).</p>
<p><b>First</b> <b>Quarter 201</b><b>2</b> <b>Highlights</b></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li>Revenue in the first quarter of 2012 increased by 33.3% to RMB212.3 million, as compared to RMB159.3 million in the first quarter of 2011, which exceeded the prior guidance of 23%-28%.</li>
<li>Gross margin was 34.1% in the first quarter of 2012 as compared to 33.6% in the first quarter of 2011.</li>
<li>Profit before taxation in the first quarter of 2012 increased by 35.0% to RMB57.9 million as compared to RMB42.9 million in the first quarter of 2011.</li>
<li>Net profit in the first quarter of 2012 increased by 34.6% to RMB43.2 million as compared to RMB32.1 million in the first quarter of 2011.</li>
<li>Earnings per ADS were $0.12 in the first quarter of 2012 as compared to $0.08 per ADS in the first quarter of 2011, and exceeded prior guidance of $0.04-$0.09 per ADS.</li>
<li>Xiniya&#8217;s network of authorized retailers had a net addition of 9 new retail outlets in the first quarter of 2012, consisting of 23 new retail outlets opened and 14 <span class="yshortcuts">retail outlets</span> closed, bringing the total number of authorized retail outlets to 1,616 as of March 31, 2012.</li>
<li>As of March 31, 2012, <span class="yshortcuts">the Company</span>, Mr. Qiming Xu &#8211; Xiniya&#8217;s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Mr. Chee Jiong Ng &#8211; Xiniya&#8217;s Chief Financial Officer, have purchased, through the public market pursuant to a written plan, an aggregate of $787,500, $87,500 and $21,875 worth of ADSs, respectively, or 389,032, 43,244 and 10,823 ADSs, all at an average price of $2.02, in accordance with Rule 10b5-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.</li>
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<p class="c1">Recent developments</p>
<ul type="disc">
<li>The Company is pleased to announce that the total order value from its biannual sales fair held in April 2012 in Chengdu City, Sichuan Province, China increased by 11% as compared to the previous year. The &#8220;Italian Vogue&#8221; themed sales fair showcased the Company&#8217;s 2012 fall and winter collection. Inspired by Italian history, culture and the latest <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> and design trends, the collection focused on three major themes: The Eternal City (elegance series), Venice Holiday (leisure series) and Milan Impression (<a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> series). These three themes have been fully incorporated into the product outline, materials, color, pattern and product displays in all of Xiniya&#8217;s retail stores.</li>
<li>In May 2012, the Company recruited one new distributor in Jilin Province. Previously, the Company had one distributor managing both Liaoning and Jilin Provinces. With the appointment of a new distributor in Jilin Province, the Liaoning distributor will now be able to focus fully on growing the number of retail outlets in Liaoning Province. The new distributor has already taken over distribution responsibilities in Jilin Province and will concentrate on growing the business. As of March 31, 2012, the Company had 89 authorized retail outlets operated by retailers in Liaoning Province and 23 authorized retail outlets operated by retailers in Jilin Province.</li>
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<p class="c1">Guidance</p>
<ul type="disc">
<li>Revenue in RMB for the second quarter of 2012 is expected to increase by 19%-21%.</li>
<li>Earnings per ADS in the second quarter of 2012 are expected to be in the range of $0.03 -$0.04.</li>
</ul>
<p>&#8220;We are pleased to report solid results for the first quarter of 2012,&#8221; said Mr. Qiming Xu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of China Xiniya Fashion Limited. &#8220;Our solid financial and operational performance came in ahead of expectations, and were mainly driven by our strengthening brand equity and retail outlet expansion. We once again delivered ahead of our stated revenue guidance. The results from our sales fair held last month in Chengdu, Sichuan Province recently came in with an 11% increase in total order value over last year. We believe this solid performance is directly related to the strength of our fall and winter collection. We are excited at the growth opportunities such a strong collection will provide over the next six months. Looking ahead, we will continue to execute our strategic objectives to add to our foundation for sustainable growth.&#8221;</p>
<p><b>First</b> <b>Quarter 201</b><b>2</b> <b>Results</b></p>
<p>Revenue for the first quarter of 2012 was RMB212.3 million, compared with revenue of RMB159.3 million for the first quarter of 2011, which represents a 33.3% increase. The Company delivered 1.2 million units during the first quarter of 2012 compared to 1.1 million units delivered during the same period last year. The total retail outlet count as of March 31, 2012 was 1,616. The table below sets forth the number of retail outlets by outlet type:</p>
<p>Gross profit increased 34.9% to RMB72.3 million in the first quarter of 2012 from RMB53.6 million in the first quarter of 2011. Gross margin was 34.1% in the first quarter of 2012 as compared with 33.6% in the first quarter of 2011.</p>
<p>Interest and other income was RMB5.1 million in the first quarter of 2012 as compared to RMB1.9 million in the first quarter of 2011. The increase was mainly due to an increase in interest income of RMB2.8 million, arising from time deposits placed with banks, and an exchange gain of RMB0.4 million.</p>
<p>Selling and distribution expenses in the first quarter of 2012 increased to RMB11.2 million from RMB9.1 million in the first quarter of 2011 due to an increase in rack expenses for authorized retail outlets of RMB6.9 million and flagship store expenses of RMB1.2 million. The increase was offset by the decrease in advertising and promotional expenses of RMB6.3 million. Since July 2011, as part of the Company&#8217;s overall strategy to unify the image of its authorized retail outlets, the Company has been paying for shop racks for authorized retail outlets opened on or after July 2011. These expenses were approximately RMB6.9 million, or 3.3% of revenue, in the first quarter of 2012. Flagship store expenses were RMB1.2 million in the first quarter of 2012, arising mainly from the new flagship store opened in Quanzhou, Fujian Province in November 2011.</p>
<p>Administrative expenses rose to RMB8.3 million in the first quarter of 2012 from RMB3.5 million in the first quarter of 2011, due to an increase in the number of administrative staff and incremental salary increases.</p>
<p>Profit before taxation of RMB57.9 million in the first quarter of 2012 represented an increase of 35.0% compared with RMB42.9 million in the first quarter of 2011.</p>
<p>Income tax expense in the first quarter of 2012 was RMB14.7 million, compared with RMB10.8 million in the first quarter of 2011. The effective tax rate in the first quarter of 2012 was 25.3%, compared with an effective tax rate of 25.2% in the first quarter of 2011.</p>
<p>Profit after taxation for the first quarter of 2012 was RMB43.2 million, compared with RMB32.1 million in the first quarter of 2011. Earnings per ADS were $0.12 in the first quarter of 2012, compared to $0.08 per ADS in the first quarter of 2011.</p>
<p class="c1">Financial Position</p>
<p>As of March 31, 2012, the Company had trade receivables of RMB200.3 million arising entirely from sales during the first quarter of 2012. Trade receivables outstanding as of December 31, 2011 had been fully collected as of March 31, 2012.</p>
<p>Prepayments and other payables and accruals at March 31, 2012 decreased compared to balances at December 31, 2011, primarily due to prepayments to suppliers and deposits received from distributors were applied against related trade payables and trade receivables, respectively.</p>
<p class="c1">Conference Call</p>
<p>Xiniya will host a conference call and live webcast at 8 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) / 8 p.m. Beijing time on May 18, 2012.</p>
<p>The dial-in details for the live conference call are as follows:</p>
<p>A live webcast of the conference call will be available in the investor relations section of the Company&#8217;s website at: http://ir.xiniya.com</p>
<p>A telephone replay of the call will be available 2 hours after the end of the conference through May 25, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.</p>
<p>The dial-in details for the replay are as follows: </p>
<p class="c1">Safe Harbor Statement</p>
<p>This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as &#8220;will,&#8221; &#8220;expects,&#8221; &#8220;anticipates,&#8221; &#8220;future,&#8221; &#8220;intends,&#8221; &#8220;plans,&#8221; &#8220;believes,&#8221; &#8220;estimates,&#8221; &#8220;target,&#8221; &#8220;going forward,&#8221; &#8220;outlook&#8221; and similar statements. Such statements are based upon management&#8217;s current expectations and current market and operating conditions, and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the Company&#8217;s control, which may cause the Company&#8217;s actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company&#8217;s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under law.</p>
<p class="c1">Exchange Rate Information</p>
<p>The United States dollar ($) amounts disclosed in this press release are presented solely for the convenience of the reader. Translations of amounts from <span class="yshortcuts">RMB</span> into United States dollars for the convenience of the reader were calculated at the certified exchange rate of $1.00 = RMB6.2975 on March 31, 2012 as set forth in the H.10 weekly statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board. No representation is made that the RMB amounts could have been, or could be, converted into $ at that rate on March 31, 2012, or at any other date. The percentages stated are calculated based on RMB amounts.</p>
<p class="c1">About China Xiniya Fashion Limited</p>
<p>Xiniya is a leading provider of men&#8217;s business casual apparel in China. The Company designs and manufactures men&#8217;s business casual and business formal apparel and accessories, which are marketed under the Xiniya brand, and sells through its distribution network that includes 29 distributors. Its products are sold to consumers at over 1,600 authorized retail outlets owned and managed by third parties located in 21 provinces, five autonomous regions, and four municipalities in China. This retail network focuses on second and lower-tier cities, where increasing affluence has led to an improvement in living standards and where most international men&#8217;s apparel brands do not have a significant presence. The Company&#8217;s target consumers are male working professionals in China between the ages of 25 and 45 who seek fashionable clothing to suit their working and lifestyle needs. For more information, please visit the Company&#8217;s website at http://ir.xiniya.com.</p>
<p class="c1">For additional information, please contact:</p>
<p>China Xiniya Fashion Limited<br />
Mr. Chee Jiong Ng<br />
Chief Financial Officer<br />
Telephone: +86 1365 5939 932<br />
Email: ngcheejiong@xiniya.com</p>
<p>Christensen<br />
Ms. Kimberly Minarovich<br />
Telephone: +1 212-542-0795 in New York<br />
Email: kminarovich@christensenir.com</p>
<p>Or</p>
<p>Mr. Christian Arnell<br />
Telephone +86 10 5826 4939 in Beijing  <br />
Email: carnell@christensenir.com</p>
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<p>BEIJING, May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire-Asia/ &#8211; Following the success of its recent launch of sales of Italian <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> brand M Missoni, Shangpin.com, China&#8217;s leading retailer of <a href="http://fashionfocusstudio.com">fashion</a> items and luxury goods, announced today that it has been given authorization to begin selling the collections of some of America&#8217;s most renowned fashion brands and designers. With this new sales agreement, which kicks off with items for the spring and summer seasons, Shangpin.com has become China&#8217;s foremost authorized retailer of designer fashion brands, and luxury goods. Brands and designers represented for the SS2012 season include Cynthia Rowley, Laundry by Shelli Segal, Charlie Jade, and Aryn K, and all will be available for purchase within the next few days. Shangpin.com is helping many of these brands make their first foray into the mainland Chinese market, providing China&#8217;s fashion enthusiasts with the most trendy and up-to-date American fashions each season.</p>
<p>Compared with Europe&#8217;s big-name designer brands, this batch of American companies can be said to have their own approaches and styles. Simultaneously sexy and languid, while also free and unrestrained, these brands represent a new era for the American fashion spirit. If European fashion is said to resemble a carefully prepared feast, embodying the best of European culture, American fashion must be seen as a lavish buffet, a smorgasbord from which one can pick and choose, showing off his or her individual style.  </p>
<p>According to Winnie Foon, Shangpin.com Vice President of Global Merchandising, &#8220;By helping this group of American fashion brands and designers enter the Chinese market for the first time, Shangpin.com is working to give China&#8217;s growing fashion consumer base a chance to see the latest from both the New York and Los Angeles fashion scenes. In recent years, these same consumers have become increasingly knowledgeable about designer brands and luxury goods, and more and more have joined a growing circle of fashion experts, in touch with both the big brand names and the latest trends in practical fashion. This highlights the evolution of the Chinese consumer.</p>
<p>Launched in 1988, Laundry by Shelli Segal is a contemporary fashion label, the epitome of the &#8220;Los Angeles Girl:&#8221; modern, vibrant and carefree, craving the next fashion statement. The Laundry girl demands fashion forward luxury quality, taking her from work to play. She is drawn to Laundry&#8217;s celebrity appeal and red-carpet personality. Whether she lives in Beijing or New York, the Laundry girl sees herself as a reflection of the ultimate &#8220;LA Girl.&#8221; The Laundry label speaks to trendsetters throughout the world who remain intrigued by the allure of Hollywood&#8217;s on-trend, energetic and glamorous culture.</p>
<p>Each season Laundry by Shelli Segal interprets the latest trends, adding unique styling to create a signature look. Spring &#8217;12 is no exception, and is full of fabulous runway inspired trends making it impossible to choose just one. The clothing line is sought after by fashionistas and Hollywood A-listers alike, including Beyonce Knowles, Blake Lively and Jennifer Aniston.</p>
<p><i>&#8220;Laundry by Shelli Segal has been a leader in the contemporary dress market for more than 20 years, and we are delighted to be one of the first American brands to retail our sought after collection on Shangpin.com, in mainland China. Our consumer is an on-trend fashionista who craves the latest designs with exclusive prints, bold colors, innovative fabrics and handcrafted embellishments. We are thrilled to deliver our signature looks to the savvy Shangpin.com customer. With the launch of the Spring &#8217;12 collection now available, we look forward to an exciting and mutually beneficial relationship in the contemporary market,&#8221; said Cynthia Erland, Vice President of Marketing, Laundry by Shelli Segal.</i></p>
<p>Cynthia Rowley, who began work in 1988, is today a premier representative of New York and its fashion scene. With 20 years of established success and brand history, her company has become a force in the fashion industry, creating a &#8220;new classic&#8221; style. As a designer, Cynthia Rowley&#8217;s clothing often reflects a young girl&#8217;s taste, combining fresh and clean colors with bright, individual personality. This year&#8217;s spring and summer lineups both showcase this style. At the age of seven, Rowley sewed her first dress, and relying on her skills and determination ever since, she has been given numerous accolades. Such awards include a Perry Ellis Award for both men&#8217;s and women&#8217;s fashion, prizes given to designers in both fields who display the utmost brilliance. Notably, Cynthia Rowley has also been touted by American fashion icon and Sex and the City star Sarah Jessica Parker, who is said to be a huge fan of Rowley&#8217;s designs.   </p>
<p>Charlie Jade and Aryn K are two other trendsetters in American fashion today. Charlie Jade combines delicate prints, rich colors, luxurious fabrics, and an understanding of a woman&#8217;s curves to create leisurely designs both sexy and youthful. Aryn K is devoted to making beautiful sets of clothing that both reflect the latest fashion trends and take into account versatility and durability, allowing women to show off their unique personalities and elegance. In the case of both brands, buyers can get outstanding quality at a reasonable price, enjoying a taste of high fashion without breaking the bank.</p>
<p>This authorized sales event is now underway. As the first step in bringing the free spirit and personality of America to China, Shangpin.com is making spring and summer 2012 the seasons of American fashion.</p>
<p class="c1">About Shangpin.com</p>
<p>Shangpin.com is China&#8217;s leading retail platform for high-end luxury goods. Since going online in July 2010, Shangpin.com has flourished amidst China&#8217;s booming luxury market, and thanks to a business model founded on integrity and innovation, it has already begun to separate itself from the competition.</p>
<p>With world-class talent in fashion retail, art and design, and e-commerce, Shangpin.com adheres to its core values of integrity, dedication, passion, and innovation. The company is committed to bringing first-class luxury items, fashionable brands, and the latest information on fashion trends to the growing contingent of Chinese consumers pursuing fashionable, high-end lifestyles. Shangpin.com is working to promote the growth of foreign luxury goods within the Chinese market, and is dedicated to creating the most intuitive and secure purchasing platform possible for its ever-growing number of high-end users.</p>
<p>Shangpin.com&#8217;s business model focuses on the sale of first-class, international luxury goods and fashion items, including clothing, bags, footwear, and accessories. At present, nearly 400 of the world&#8217;s top-tier luxury brands and leading fashion designers are represented on Shangpin.com, and many now appear under exclusive authorization contracts.</p>
<p>Shangpin.com is headquartered in Beijing, with an office in Europe and an international merchandising team in Hong Kong. The company also has logistics centers and distribution warehouses in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Hong Kong.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;d like to learn more about Shangpin.com, please visit either www.shangpin.com or any of the following official media outlets:</p>
<p>Shangpin.com&#8217;s Microblog: weibo.com/shangpin</p>
<p>Shangpin.com&#8217;s Blog: blog.shangpin.com</p>
<p>Sina Blog: blog.sina.com.cn/shangpinfashion</p>
<p>For media inquiries, please contact:</p>
<p>Shangpin.com<br />
Ms. Karen K. Ng<br />
Tel: 010-85893288-8202<br />
E-mail: pr@shangpin.com</p>
<p>H-Line (Beijing) Communications Company<br />
Ms. Hellen Shen / Ms. Shantel Chen<br />
Tel: 010-85203353 / 85203390<br />
E-mail: hellen.shen@h-line.com / shantel.chen@h-line.com</p>
<p>Laundry by Shelli Segal (Los Angeles)<br />http://www.shangpin.com/women/product/01240370.html</p>
<p>Cynthia Rowley (New York)<br />http://www.shangpin.com/women/product/01240483.html</p>
<p>Charlie Jade<br />http://www.shangpin.com/women/product/01239630.html</p>
<p>Aryn K<br />http://www.shangpin.com/women/product/01238983.html</p>
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