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American Apparel’s Losses Aren’t So Bad; Roberto Cavalli Is Making Money Again

• American Apparel’s losses this quarter weren’t as bad as they’ve been, and the company says revenue is expected to rise steadily. [AP]

• In related news, during a web conference with American Apparel store managers yesterday, Dov Charney opened the browser on his personal computer to reveal bookmarks on his Safari toolbar for porn star Kelly Kline and “good hookers.” Gawker has a screen shot. [Gawker]

• After losing money in the 2009 financial year, Roberto Cavalli made a profit — of $7.5 million — in 2010. [WWD]

• In a similar pattern, Aeffe SpA posted profits in the first quarter of 2011, whereas finances were in the red in the same time frame from 2010. [WWD]

• Mario Testino’s Kate Moss editorial in Brazilian Vogue’s 36th anniversary issue is nearly 60 pages long. Here are some highlights. [Fashionologie]

• Mario Testino will be honored at this year’s El Museo del Barrio Gala. [Page Six/NYP]

American Apparel’s Losses Aren’t So Bad; Roberto Cavalli Is Making Money Again