Valerj Pobega’s Kabuki In Berlin
L.A.-based designer Valerj Pobega currently works with a palette of inspirations that include David Bowie, the decadent nightclub scene of pre-World War II Berlin and garments with a flowy, kinetic silhouette.
Winnie Couture to Roll Out Franchises
Retail
Winnie Couture opened its first bridal shop in 2001. Nearly two decades later, it is starting to franchise its concept across the country.
After Making a Splash in Custom Styles, Candice Cuoco Unveils Ready-To-Wear
Cuoco Creates RTW
Candice Cuoco gained notoriety in 2015 by competing on the “Project Runway” TV show, where she defined herself as an artist designing made-to-measure styles with a Gothic and romantic edge.
Barbara Fields’s Spring and Fall 2020 Forecasts for Juniors: Mom Jeans, Neon and Puffer Jackets
Fashion
Skinny jeans have long reigned over the juniors denim market, but when the Spring 2020 season rolls around they will have to make room for the more relaxed style of mom jeans, said Barbara Fields of the self-named Barbara Fields Buying Office.
LA Majors Market Makes Some Changes
Changes at LA Majors
This season, the LA Majors Market, which caters to juniors fashions and department-store buyers at the California Market Center, underwent a few changes.
Sol Angeles to Unveil The Workshop
Retail
With the skyline of Hollywood changing with new construction projects, Eli and Lindsey Myers of Sol Angeles are planning to be right in the middle of it.
How Apparel Companies Can Deal With a Slowing Economy
Finance
The formula for doing business is slowly changing this year. While interest rates were rising at a steady pace last year, it’s a different story this year. The Federal Reserve hasn’t raised benchmark interest rates in 2019 and may even lower them, which is good news for apparel manufacturers and retailers.
Directives West Showcases Colors That Pop for Updated Retro Looks for Fall 2019
Fall’s Wild Forecast
Animal prints and bright neons were all over the runway at the Directives West trend show for buyers, held April 1 at the California Market Center.
Charlotte Russe and Peek Kids Brands Sold to Separate Buyers
Retail
As apparel retailer Charlotte Russe continues to wind down during the final steps of its bankruptcy proceedings, the company, founded in Southern California, was able to ensure its name and labels will continue on.
American Apparel Releases Spring/Summer 2019 Denim Collection
FASHION
For Spring/Summer 2019, American Apparel unveiled its latest offerings in denim, which feature new on-trend washes, cuts and styles for men and women.
Vans x David Bowie Collection Celebrates Entertainer's Legacy
FASHION
Honoring the legacy and unique style of late superstar David Bowie, the Vans x David Bowie collection will drop on April 5.
Volcom’s Intellectual Property Sold to Licensing Company
Manufacturing
Authentic Brands Group snaps up another California label.
Life After Denim Parties for Its Abbot Kinney Pop-up
Life After Denim recently launched the Modern California pop-up shop at men's emporium Stag on Abbot Kinney.
Guess? Eco Capsule Collection Uses Environmentally Friendly Manufacturing
FASHION
During its Spring 2019 campaign, Guess? unveiled its new Guess Eco capsule collection that relies on ecologically sound materials and manufacturing processes.
Consort 62 takes ArtHeartsFashion Runway With Multiculti Styles
Kimono fabric, Chinese silk, blanket material made in Korea; these are some of the fabrics that Kenneth Chang uses in his fashion line Consort 62.
Skingraft to Close DTLA Store & Open Multi-brand Shop
March 29 will be the last day of business for the flagship store for Skingraft, which was one of downtown Los Angeles' retail pioneers.
A Look at Fall Fashions on the Runway
Los Angeles Fashion Week
The runways were full for Los Angeles Fashion Week with styles being seen in two locations this season.
Rue21 to Open a Buying Office in Los Angeles Fashion District
Retail
Rue21, the fast-fashion enterprise that now has more than 700 bricks-and-mortar stores across the country, is opening a West Coast buying office in Los Angeles to be closer to clothing manufacturers that supply the company.
Rent the Runway Sued by Competitor FashionPass
Legal
Rent the Runway was started in 2009 by two East Coast women who hit upon the idea of renting out clothes to a broad range of women who like to mix up their wardrobe but may not have the money to buy a full closet of clothes.
A Squad of Female Executives Takes Over at Manhattan Beachwear
Women Take Manhattan
Inside the two-story industrial office building that houses the vast Manhattan Beachwear operations in Cypress, Calif., a mini revolution is going on.
