Oeko-Tex Begins 2020 With Updated Certification Guidelines
Manufacturing
Sustainable-product certification firm Oeko-Tex is implementing new regulations for its certifications in 2020 in addition to test criteria and limit values. As the apparel industry continues to navigate through methods of cleaning up its supply-chain practices to yield a more-sustainable approach to creating clothing, these recently introduced standards will become increasingly important.
Boardriders, Kering & Others Donate to Australia Fire Relief
Retail
Fashion is getting involved in the fight against the wildfires that have been ravaging Australia over the past month.
Curve Introduces Los Angeles Trade Show
Trade Shows
Curve, a lingerie-, swimwear- and loungewear-focused trade show, announced that it will produce its first Los Angeles–area show next month.
USMCA Trade Deal Approved by Senate Committee
Import/Export
The U.S. Senate’s Finance Committee approved the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement by a 25–3 vote on Jan. 7.
Retailers Break Out Mixed Holiday 2019 Results
Retail
Macy’s Inc. announced results for its 2019 holiday performance on Jan. 8, and the results were a relative boost from its third-quarter sales, said Jeff Gennette, Macy’s chairman and chief executive officer.
Plays Well With Others Takes Inspiration From an Iconic Brand
Tee Time
When Cheyann Benedict started a new T-shirt brand, Plays Well With Others, in October, she and her business partner, stylist Cristina Ehrlich, thought they’d take inspiration from C&C California, Benedict’s former brand.
11th Annual Vans Custom Culture Competition for High School Starts
MANUFACTURING
For decades, footwear-and-apparel brand Vans has been one of the popular outfitters of high-school students across the world. For more than a decade, Vans has been producing a design competition for high schoolers.
Market Market to Row DTLA
RETAIL
This weekend, Row DTLA will launch a weekly artisan pop-up called Market Market.
A New Furniture Line Offers a Glimpse Into Nicholas Mayfield's Next Fashion Collection
FASHION
Fashion designer Nicholas Mayfield has created a furniture collection that pays homage to his family's hard work and looks toward his future.
Catching Up with Designer Elliott Evan
FASHION
Elliott Evan takes inspiration from the avant-garde. For one of the latest designs from the Los Angeles-headquartered designer, Evan made a workwear-military look inspired by World War II U.S. Army uniforms.
Artskul to Make Golden Globes Debut
EVENTS
Recently launched luxury-scarf brand Artskul will make its Golden Globes debut at the luxury-lounge event that precedes the Jan. 5 ceremony.
Maggie Barry To Unveil New Tux Look
FASHION
Maggie Barry says that she works around the clock making clothes for performers and clients. But she's also made time for a side project to revive the tuxedo with tails, but they're definitely, definitely not "Downton Abbey"-style tuxes.
Behati Prinsloo’s Save The Rhino Collection To Return to M. Fredric
RETAIL
Rhinoceroses have been on the endangered list for years and time seems to be running out for them.
MSSRS Designed A Swiss Army Knife of Jackets
MANUFACTURING
Emerging brand MSSRS recently wrapped up production of what founder and designer Anthony Newman called the Utility Jacket, and it might as well be the Swiss Army Knife of outerwear.
Connection to California Inspires L.A.-Made Beach Bum Bikinis
L.A.-made Beach Bums
After breaking through the traditional water-wear calendar of the past, the swim category now enjoys business year-round, meaning designers and buyers must remain ahead of style and textile trends.
November Trade Deficit Figures Decrease by 5.4 Percent to Lowest Number Since 2017
Import/Export
This week, the United States Census Bureau released its “Advance Economic Indicators Report,” which showed a decrease in the international trade deficit. Numbers for international trade in goods recorded in October 2019 stood at $66.8 billion, while advanced figures fell to $63.2 billion in November, a drop of 5.4 percent.
