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Affliction Clothing Expands Internationally
By Andrew Asch | May 16, 2013
“Live Fast”, born in 2005, now sees its future in department stores as well as gyms and boxing arenas both in the United States and internationally.
The Modern Version of a Vintage Brand
More and more frequently, brands are looking backwards in their history to move their inspiration forward. Designer Jason Bleick rediscovered the famed surf brand Hang Ten on the racks at Kohl’s.
The House That Surf and Skate T-shirts Built
When Brian Hirth started screen-printing in 1977, T-shirts were not the fashion item they are today—but “a walking billboard” for a restaurant or other local business.
Quiksilver Sets Three-Year Plan to Improve Profits
Quiksilver Inc., the surf brand based in Huntington Beach, Calif., has seen a trail of red ink on its books in the past few years.
Made in LA: Resources
Antex Knitting Mills/div. of Matchmaster Dyeing & Finishing Inc. California Label Products Design Knit, Inc.
Billabong’s Star Designer Leaves for Volcom
Volcom, Inc. has announced the appointment of Mandy Fry as Vice President of Women’s.
Made in LA: Sourcing Companies Boost LA Apparel Production
David Perry has a business that, in a way, is a matchmaker for fashion companies hoping to produce clothing in the United States.
True Religion Selling the Company for Top Price
True Religion Apparel, Inc. has agreed to be acquired by TowerBrook Capital Partners L.P., a New York and London-based investment management firm, for $835 million.
A. Hutching
A.Hutching is a new menswear line with a clean, fashion-forward aesthetic made from luxurious materials.
Antonio Barragan
Antonio Barragan has dressed The Rolling Stones, Aerosmith and Bon Jovi, and now the designer has created his own collection
West Coast Manufacturing Conference Discusses Fighting for Retail Floor Space
With 45 percent of a major department store’s merchandise being dedicated to private labels and another 40 percent carved out for brands
Bangladesh Spurs IAF to Discuss Global Responsibility
The recent building collapse in Bangladesh that killed more than 800 garment workers
Guess Wins Gucci Lawsuit in Italy
Guess Inc. has won the second round in a series of trademark cases it has been battling with Gucci.
Fighting for Retail Floor Space Gets Tougher
With 45 percent of a major department store’s merchandise being dedicated to private labels and another 40 percent carved out for brands, there’s not a lot of room left over for new apparel companies.
Nike, Disney, Other Brands Join Otis in New Sustainability Drive
Otis College of Art + Design is launching the “Otis Sustainability Alliance,” a partnership between industry leaders from the fashion, design, art and higher-education communities who are dedicated in collaborating to create environmental, social and economic change.
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