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Liz Claiborne appoints Michele Parsons as President & CMO

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Sep '06

Apparel and accessories retailer Liz Claiborne Inc announced the appointment of Michele Parsons as President and Chief Merchandising Officer for the Liz Claiborne Apparel business, effective September 25, 2006. In this role, Ms. Parsons will oversee all design and merchandising activities for the iconic brand. She will report to Pamela Thomas-Graham, Group President, Better and Moderate Apparel for Liz Claiborne Inc.

Commenting on the announcement, Ms. Thomas-Graham stated: "Michele's extensive background in merchandising and general management makes her the ideal candidate to join the team at Liz Claiborne Apparel. We have substantially enhanced the quality, fit and value of Liz Claiborne apparel and have added more on-trend and wear-to-work styles.

These enhancements have been very well received by retailers and consumers alike. We look to Michele's collaborative leadership style and merchandising expertise to complement the talents of the strong team that has created the momentum we are seeing."

About joining the Company, Ms. Parsons said: "I am very excited to be joining one of the most iconic American brands, and look forward to building upon the Liz Claiborne legacy as we evolve and position the brand for future growth and success."

Liz Claiborne is an affordable designer brand for busy women with demanding lives who care about style and authenticity and want to look elegant and in control in every aspect of their lives. Liz Claiborne offers high quality clothes with a modern sensibility that are sophisticated, with an element of fun and surprise.

Liz Claiborne Inc designs and markets an extensive range of branded women's and men's apparel, accessories and fragrance products. Our diverse portfolio of quality brands -- available domestically and internationally via wholesale and retail channels -- consistently meets the widest range of consumers' fashion needs, from classic to contemporary, active to relaxed and denim to streetwear.

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