Wrangler Introduces Nearly Zero-Water Denim Dyeing
Sustainability
Wrangler uses foam-dyeing technology to eliminate water when treating denim apparel.
Report Says Forever 21 Holding Debtor-in-Possession Talks
For months, the fashion industry has been talking about Forever 21 being in financial difficulties after it started shutting down all its stores in China and selling its giant headquarters building east of downtown Los Angeles.
Reef Unveils First Pride Collection to Support LGBTQ Community
FASHION
To commemorate June Pride Month, honoring the LGBTQ community, beach-and-surf footwear brand Reef launched its first Pride Collection, which will benefit PFLAG National.
Evolv Looks to Make Sense Out of Social Media With Software
Technology
Billions of dollars are spent on hiring social-media influencers to boost products on various Internet platforms such as Instagram and YouTube. And just like other forms of marketing, brands wonder if their money is being spent wisely.
Social-media Influencers Are the Drivers Behind Revolve Sales and Growth
Finance
Revolve, the online retailer planning to go public soon with an IPO, said in recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission that its revenues in 2018 were $498.7 million, up from nearly $400 million the previous year.
Pocket Square Clothing Acquires Clothing Manufacturer With Expansion in Mind
Bespoke Brand Building
Downtown Los Angeles’ Pocket Square Clothing started out doing business in 2011 making bow ties and pocket squares, eventually branching out to bespoke clothing.
Gap Sees Same-Store Sales for Key Brands Fall in First Quarter
Retail
The first quarter of 2019 did not go well for Gap Inc., the San Francisco purveyor of blue jeans and other casualwear.
The Disappearance of Dressbarn Emphasizes the Need for Manufacturers to Develop New Business Models
Retail
The recent announcement that Dressbarn was closing its chain of 650 stores drove home the growing dilemma for U.S. apparel manufacturers. There are just fewer retailers to sell to these days.
Fur Ban Bill Approved by California Assembly
Retail
California is closer to becoming the first U.S. state to ban the sale of fur.
Otis College of Art and Design Looking for a New President
Fashion
With the departure of Bruce Ferguson, the president of Otis College of Art and Design for four years, the educational institution is looking for a new, permanent president.
Miami Swim Week to Get a New Trade Show for Resort Collections
Trade Shows
Informa Markets, the people behind some of the biggest trade shows in the world, including MAGIC, is organizing a new event for Miami Swim Week this July.
Los Angeles Trade-Tech Students Celebrate Woodstock’s 50th Anniversary
Woodstock at LATTC
Love and peace were in the air at the annual Gold Thimble Fashion Show held May 24 in the south tent on the Los Angeles Trade-Technical College campus.
Exclusion of Turkey and India from GSP Could Bring New Sourcing Problems
New Tariffs
A great deal of attention has been paid to the issues surrounding the Trump administration’s move to impose up to an additional 25 percent higher tariff on certain goods entering the United States from China.
Here Comes The Summer Shop
The Summer Shop will match the fashion styles of Levi's and brands HVN and Liana.
Hurley x Carhartt Releases Summer Collection
FASHION
Following the launch of their first Outwork The Water collaboration in February, surf brand Hurley and workwear label Carhartt released the Summer 2019 Hurley x Carhartt collection.
Gray Malin Celebrates Summer Style with Splendid Collaboration and Book Launch
FASHION
Ahead of the official start of Summer 2019, West Hollywood, Calif., photographer Gray Malin collaborated on a collection of clothing with Los Angeles brand Splendid and launched his latest book of beach images.
Gildan’s American Apparel To Rock Out With Live Nation Partnership
Los Angeles-headquartered Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., calls itself the world’s largest producer of live entertainment. Last week, Gildan announced that its American Apparel division was going to be the official printwear partner for 16 Live Nation music venues and six music festivals.
Monique Lhuillier Moving Her NY Flagship
Retail
The new flagship is not far from her current flagship store on the Upper East Side.
L.A. Premium Denim and Twill Supplier Artisan Cloth Opens New NYC Showroom
Manufacturing
Home to premium denim and twill textiles such as Kurabo and HW Textiles, Los Angeles–based supplier Artisan Cloth is expanding its presence in New York City.
