>> Tom Ford Recruiting for Womenswear Collection —Last year, Tom Ford began a search for funding a womenswear offshoot at his brand, although as far as dates and specifics of a launch, he only indicated "very soon."  It seems he's getting closer to that unspecified launch date, however: word is Ford has been quietly recruiting designers, including accessories specialists, for the collection.  A spokeswoman for the designer had no comment on the matter. [WWD]