Thomas Wylde: L.A. Collection Looks to Build the Brand and the Business
Luxe and LA-based
For 10 years, Thomas Wylde built a reputation as a high-end collection that balanced its luxe pieces—and equally high price points—with a rock ’n’ roll edge.
Factory Direct Returns for 3rd Season With Production Resources for Small and Mid-Sized Companies
Low-MOQ sourcing
Sourcing trade show Factory Direct returned for its third run at The New Mart with a tightly curated mix of factories, design development houses, technology providers, and other resources for small- and mid-sized apparel companies.
Light Traffic, ‘Enthusiastic’ Buyers at LA Textile Show
Scouting for Textiles
The traffic reports were mixed, with some textile mills and representatives saying the last day was busiest at the Los Angeles International Textile Show, held Feb. 29–March 2 on the top floor of the California Market Center.
Obituary: Marik Zeltzer, co-founder XCVI, 70
Manufacturing
Marik Zeltzer, who cofounded the XCVI brand with his wife, Gita, died on Feb. 23 after suffering a heart attack. He was 70 years old.
DTLA Pioneer Daniel Patrick Moving to Crescent Heights
Retail
Before downtown Los Angeles got hip, designer label Daniel Patrick pioneered the neighborhood with a sprawling shop at 1039 S. Broadway, which is a short walk from the main drag of the Los Angeles Fashion District.
ModCloth Ramping Up to Add Stores
Retailing
After operating as an online site for women’s indie apparel, ModCloth is gearing up to add bricks to its clicks-based business model.
Soft Global Trade Keeps Shipping Rates Low
Import/Export
The U.S. dollar will remain strong until the middle of this year, hampering U.S. exports but boosting a wave of imports into U.S. ports.
Next World Sound – at 101Apparel
In addition to producing one of my favorite hip hop and music shows “Adventures In Stereo,” on KPFK, J.Rocc found time to do some music with Orange County clothing label 101 Apparel.
FBI’s Fashion Next Show & More
Fashion Business Inc has been a flurry of activity this week. It produced seminars and panels at Factory Direct and L.A. Textile shows this week. It also produced the Fashion Next runway show.
After Four-Year PR Battle, Caruso Concedes Defeat in Carlsbad Development Deal
Retail
In a hotly contested special election, voters in Carlsbad, Calif. rejected a retail center proposed by Caruso Affiliated, the developer of the prominent retail centers The Grove and The Americana at Brand. A statement from Rick J. Caruso, the founder of the Los Angeles–headquartered Caruso Affiliated, was released.
The North Face's Latest Made in California Collection Debuts Today
Manufacturing
The North Face comes to Southern California to make its Backyard Project.
Robot Meets Mannequin
A Professor at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s Institute of Textiles and Clothing has developed a dress form than can shift from a size 2 to a size 12—and back again—with the flip of a switch.
Uniqlo’s Made In LA Jean
Last week, Uniqlo, the Japanese casual wear designer, manufacturer and retailer, introduced its Made In LA jeans.
Flagship’s Big Debut Party
After moving into a sprawling, street-level showroom in downtown Los Angeles' Fashion District, Flagship Agency put on a big debut party on Feb. 26
BNKR Store Expected to Open Soon in Downtown LA
Retail
Much-delayed BNKR store coming to downtown LA in April.
Wholesale Jewelry Show IFJAG Bows in Las Vegas
Long-running wholesale jewelry show IFJAG debuted its first Las Vegas show during its Feb. 15–19 run at Bally’s Las Vegas Hotel and Casino.
Carlsbad Voters Give Thumbs Down to Caruso Mall
Retail
In a tightly contested special election, voters in Carlsbad, Calif., rejected a retail center proposed by Caruso Affiliated, the developer of the prominent retail centers The Grove and The Americana at Brand, located in Los Angeles and Glendale, Calif., respectively.
