There could—maybe, possibly, fingers crossed—be hope for Christian Lacroix. Bernard Krief Consultants may be bidding on the couture house. Like we said, fingers crossed. [WWD]

JCPenney comes to the Manhattan Mall. Prices are low, customer service is award-winning, and goods will be replenished around the clock. Take that, recession! But, are you willing to shop in Herald Square? \”>[WWD]

And yet…most stores are going empty. Turns out JCPenney’s big opening is an anomaly: From “chain outlets to family-run shops,” businesses “have started to disappear.” Sigh. [NYT]

Chris Benz, Alexander Wang, and the Olsen twins join the CFDA. Yes, The Row is really that good. [WWD]—Alison Baenen

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