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The End of Pricey Denim, For Now

Filed under: Apparel

You know the economy is in trouble when Michael Ball, the founder of Rock & Republic tells the AP that "the days of the $300 jeans are gone." He should know. He's been selling fancy jeans with beaded back pockets to those who can afford them for years. Now, Rock & Republic is embracing hard times with a Limited Edition Recession Collection that will hit stores on March 1. The mini collection will feature just four pieces (two for both women and men) for $128 to $138.

The collection is part of a general retailing strategy that has many brands not just cutting prices but also cutting back the variety of clothing. With less shoppers at the stores, brands are focusing on items which will have the widest appeal. Brands hope they can keep customers continuing to shop on at least a most basic level until the economy brightens. Then Rock & Republic's Recession Collection will be off the shelves and retailers will shift back into temptation mode.

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Rock and Republic Cosmetics

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

Denim line Rock & Republic has taken their urban glitz ethos into the cosmetics arena. Their new line is decked out in black and chromed-out compacts featuring a bold version of the company logo and the color names aspire to Hollywood decadence with names like "trust fund," "train wreck" and a shade of red lip gloss called "cougar." The bronzing and highlighting powder duo comes in a crystal-encrusted compact that sells for $225 in three shades called Private Jet, Villa and Penthouse. Erin Weinger of the LA Times checked out the line and questioned whether or not the products are more flash than substance. Sounds like the cosmetics are right in line with the denim brand's overall style.

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Rock & Republic Metallic Olive Zipper Hobo, Handbag of the Day

by Rigel Celeste (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Handbags

Feel like a rock star by toting this Metallic Olive Zipper Hobo by Rock & Republic. It features shiny silver snakeskin-printed leather with polished metal hardware in a relaxed and generously sized hobo silhouette -- plus zippers along the base can be unzipped to increase capacity even more. Pockets are everywhere, with a zip pocket on each outside side and two patch pockets and a zip pocket on the inside. And the bright silver acts as a bold neutral -- pair it with everything from your favorite black dress to this season's hottest citrus colors. $950.

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