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Madonna on the set of W.E. in London (August 08 2010)

Macy’s delivered a July fireworks show for investors yesterday – with a little help from Madonna.

The nation’s biggest department store reported a better-than- expected 7.3-percent increase in July same-store sales, or sales at stores open at least a year.

While other retailers, including rival JC Penney, were singing the back-to-school blues with sluggish monthly sales reports, Macy’s CEO Terry Lundgren said the season is “off to a great start.”

Lundgren cited the “phenomenal launch” of the new “Material Girl” fashion line, designed by Madonna and her 13-year-old daughter, Lourdes. Aimed at teenage girls, the 1980s-inspired line will include clothing, shoes, handbags and jewelry.

On Tuesday, Macy’s launched the collection at the company’s flagship store on Herald Square with a performance by pop star Taylor Momsen, who drew throngs of girls dressed up like Madonna. Macy’s shares yesterday rose 34 cents, or 1.8 percent, to $19.78.

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Just in time for back-to-school shopping, rock super star Madonna and her 13 year old daughter, Lourdes, have teamed up for a new clothing line that debuted today at Macy’s stores across the country.

The new juniors clothing line called “Material Girl” offers apparel, footwear, and accessories “designed for affordability and replenishment.” Items in the collection will retail from $12.00 to $40.00.

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Madonna prepares to depart from Bourget airport with her children (August 02 2010)

Madonna leaving her hotel / filming W.E. in Paris (August 01 2010)

Madonna leaving the Ritz hotel to shoot W.E. in Paris (July 31 2010)

Madonna arrives at the Ritz hotel in Paris (July 31 2010)

Madonna arriving in Paris (July 31 2010)