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Macy's Holds Open Call for New Designers
January 25, 2010
FROM RETAILWIRE:
At least somewhat established designers are being invited to introduce their work to Macy's fashion directors, buyers and merchants at "Macy's Open Call," a program created to find resources in existence who are not current Macy's vendors. What's the likelihood that such casting calls will help Macy's uncover new talent and resources?
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Let's see... American Idol turned up Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Studdard, Fantasia Barrino, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Hicks, Jordin Sparks, David Cook, and Kris Allen--just for starters. All previous unknowns. So what a great, "original" idea Macy's has here! Maybe there's talent out there in the masses! Duh!
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