Women's tops
generated over $31 billion dollars and grew 9 percent from the
previous year.

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"Consumers, especially men, realized they finally needed to update
their wardrobe because it was either out of style or it didn't fit
anymore and so they were forced to buy new clothes," said Cohen.com, the collection reflects Nicole Miller's interpretation
of classic American style with her signature feminine, flirty, and fun
touches. In 2004, the
company launched Chris Madden for the JCPenney Home Collection, and
signed Colin Cowie as spokesman for its wedding and gift registry and
designer of an exclusive entertaining and bridal collection. 27.

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In 2001, apparel sales
took a major dip in dollars and the downward trend continued for two
years due to low consumer confidence, increasing unemployment rates
and consumers' lack of passion for fashion. The women's swimwear and intimate apparel businesses
both grew 8 percent in dollar sales."
"We've learned that many women are looking for a new kind of
clothing that falls somewhere between career and casual , that has good
design, great fit, and the versatility to go anywhere," said Liz
Sweney, Executive Vice President and General Merchandise Manager for
Women's Apparel at JCPenney.

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Across gender segments, men's and women's clothing sales both
showed growth, while children's apparel sales were flat. The event is expected to
be watched by more than 43 million viewers.

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The
company also is the exclusive retailer of Bisou Bisou contemporary
women's apparel, designed by Michele Bohbot . Four-page inserts in April
fashion and lifestyle magazines will also spotlight how the nicole
collection takes a woman through the many moments of her day.com is
one of the largest apparel and home furnishings sites on the Internet.

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"We have reached out to our customer to learn about what she wants
and needs, and our partnership with Nicole is helping us respond to
what we heard by offering the stylish , fun looks that fit her
lifestyle," said Ken Hicks, President and Chief Merchandising Officer
of JCPenney.

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"Consumers want clothes that are new and exciting, if the industry can
deliver that then I think the growth will continue," said Cohen. The category, consisting of men's suits,
suit separates and sportscoats and jackets, experienced double-digit
growth of about 24 percent.

JCPenney Introduces nicole by Nicole Miller; Customers Help Identify the Need for Women's Dressy Casual Apparel

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Throughout the nineties, the apparel industry witnessed steady
growth, peaking in 2000 at nearly $176 billion. Total men's tailored clothing sales were
over $4 billion dollars in 2004 , up from over $3 billion in 2003.
The company operates 1,020 JCPenney department stores throughout the
United States and Puerto Rico, and 61 Renner department stores in
Brazil.jcpenney. For store information call 800-365-4721 or visit
Nicolemiller.

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Y.after all, you can
only wear your khakis for so long before they wear out or don't fit
anymore," said Marshal Cohen, chief industry analyst , The NPD Group.

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Retail Apparel Sales up After Three Years of Decline
(sted: The NPD Group Reports U.
For additional information, visit www. The company boasts an incredible twenty
freestanding Nicole Miller boutiques in prominent cities throughout
the United States, each of which serves as a showplace for Ms.

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PORT WASHINGTON, N.

The corrected release reads as follows:

THE NPD GROUP REPORTS U.S.

2004 Top Five Best Selling Clothing Categories for Men and Women
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Men 's Categories % Change 04/03 Women's Categories % Change 04/03
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Tailored Clothing 24% Accessories 10%
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Fleecewear 12% Tops 9%
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Sleepwear 11% Swimwear 8%
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Swimwear 7% Intimate Apparel 8%
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Underwear 7% Outerwear 6%
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Source: The NPD Group / NPD Fashionworld Consumer

Hot Apparel Categories in 2004

Looking at the top growing apparel categories, men's tailored
clothing flew off the racks. "Nicole understood those needs and
designed a wonderful collection with our customer in mind."
The nicole by Nicole Miller collection represents JCPenney's most
recent exclusive partnership with a leading designer.

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"I felt that
JCPenney was truly interested in my design ability first, and I'm
excited about the opportunity to dress millions of women across
America in affordable style.

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Business Editors
CORRECTION. 23, 2005: Headline of release should read: The NPD Group
Reports U. The decision to team with Nicole Miller to
develop a dressy casual line was the direct result of extensive
customer input.

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"Apparel's comeback is good news for an industry that's been
looking for ways to find growth. This year I expect to see consumers
step up to the plate and buy apparel as needed.
For women, 2004 was all about knit tops and sweaters. The
partnership marks the first time Nicole Miller has designed an
exclusive collection for a department store. JCPenney Catalog, including e-commerce, is the nation's
largest catalog merchant of general merchandise, and jcpenney.

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Children's
apparel sales were $29 billion, showing the same sales from 2003. The outdated thong was replaced
with the new, stylish boy panty.net

About Nicole Miller

A true American designer, Nicole Miller's perfect "little black
dress" has evolved into an eclectic collection that imbues an
individual sense of style.

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Miller
and the lifestyle that she has made available to her loyal fans. The
Nicole Miller label is also found at upscale boutiques and department
stores nationwide.

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CORRECTING and REPLACING The NPD Group Reports U.S. Retail Apparel Sales up After Three Years of Decline; Men's Tailored Clothing is Top Selling Apparel Catego

Retail Apparel Sales up First Time
in Three Years). According to The NPD Group, a market research
firm, apparel sales totaled $173 billion in 2004, a four percent
increase from $166 billion in 2003. Women's apparel
sales earned almost $95 billion in 2004, up from $90 billion the
previous year, nearly a 5 percent increase in dollar sales.
Debuting this month in JCPenney stores, catalogs , and online at
jcpenney.

A Hollywood Premiere

Befitting a designer who has dressed some of Hollywood's top stars
for their turns on the red carpet, JCPenney is launching a fully
integrated marketing campaign for nicole by Nicole Miller during the
most-watched fashion event of the year: ABC-TV's broadcast of the 77th
Annual Academy Awards(R) on Sunday, Feb.

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Getting Close to the Customer

As the nation's second largest retailer of women's apparel,
JCPenney understands the importance of listening to customers and
responding to their needs. "Nicole is a talented designer , and we are excited to
work with her to help our customers look and feel terrific.

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Men's fleecewear and sleepwear also displayed strong growth, up 12
percent and 11 percent respectively.

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RETAIL APPAREL SALES UP AFTER THREE
YEARS OF DECLINE

Colorful shirts, pretty prints and men's suits helped the apparel
industry shine in 2004.
"Women, on the other hand, played dress-up by adding color and
feminine florals to their closets," said Cohen.

About JCPenney

JCPenney is one of America's largest department store, catalog,
and e-commerce retailers, employing approximately 150,000 associates.com.

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Business Editors/Fashion Editors

PLANO, Texas----JCPenney (NYSE:JCP ),
America's resource for style at a smart price, and fashion icon Nicole
Miller have teamed up to introduce nicole by Nicole Miller, a dressy
casual collection designed for women's multifaceted lifestyles. The pieces -- lightweight city coats, jackets, skirts, pants,
crop pants, knit tops, sweaters and dresses retailing from $26 to $100
-- work together to create a versatile wardrobe that moves easily from
the office to weekends to an evening out.

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In 2004,
men's apparel sales produced over $49 billion, up from nearly $47
billion in 2003, over a 5 percent increase in dollars.
"I was most interested in JCPenney because of the importance they
placed on the design of the clothes ," said Nicole Miller, whose
exquisite designs and celebrity following have kept her at the
forefront of American fashion for more than 20 years.

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