Graeme Black, chief women's wear designer at the Salvatore Ferragamo Group Italian fashion house has left the company, it was reported.

Since joining Ferragamo in 2001, Black's work for the house has been well-received by the fashion media, raising the profile of a brand until recently known for silk print scarves and shoes, The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday.

Since 2005, Black has been working for Ferragamo, headquartered in Florence, as a consultant. He launched his own clothing label, Graeme Black, with business partner Jonathan Reed in 2005.

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Wang's Spring Story Is Rooted in Rome

Vera Wang owns the artsy look at New York Fashion Week.

As the spring previews are nearing their midpoint, and dainty dresses, pleat and pintuck details, and color-blocking were emerging as trends, Wang showed a collection Friday inspired by ancient Rome that didn't fit neatly into any category.

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