| Shimada Crowd Pleasers
  PARIS, March 5, 2005 - Trills and frills were on Junko Shimada's
              mind as ruffles dripped down tops, circled coats, and multiplied
              in layers upon layers, spreading in all directions like whipped
              cream on a chocolate sundae. Elsewhere, several beautiful gems
              were shining - as in a satin apricot-colored strapless dress, or
              knit tops paired with silk shorts. Throw in a fluffy white coat
              or two, and you come out with a large and diverse collection.    | 
 
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