DenimFWD Opens ‘World’s First Urban Factory’
Manufacturing
Denim Forward, Inc.,has unveiled its new plant, which it says is the world’s first Urban Factory, a finishing facility that implements revolutionary technologies that transform the textile-production model to an on-demand and fully sustainable process.
Flashing Back, Boyish Unveils the Spirit of the Green Pioneer for Spring 2022
Denim Trailblazers
Since its inception, Boyish Jeans has prioritized sustainability. The Los Angeles brand is celebrating denim’s eco evolution with its Green Pioneer Spring 2022 collection.
Industry Focus: Denim—What advancements and innovations within denim make you hopeful for the future of the industry, and how will these contributions create progress in the category?
Industry Focus: Denim
Textile Trends
PVNY Returns to New York to Showcase Spring/Summer ’23
Trade Shows
After its first in-person event in July 2021, Première Vision New York returned to the Center415 event space on Fifth Avenue in New York City Jan. 18–19. The two-day event brought over 1,000 attendees to showcase and shop the latest styles for Spring/Summer 2023.
Dippin’ Daisy’s Launches First Activewear Line
SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainable swimwear brand Dippin’ Daisy’s launched its first activewear line as part of the Spring ‘22 collection, Ethereal Oasis.
IMC Acquires Shoppe Object and Shoppe Online
TRADE SHOWS
International Market Centers announced that it has acquired Shoppe Object, a design-focused home and lifestyle trade show and its Shoppe Online B2B e-commerce platform.
Fabletics Launches Custom Tees Designed by Black Artists for Black History Month
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Fabletics has released four limited-edition BHM Tees in collaboration with Melissa Koby and Rob Lewis, two artists who use their platforms and art to continue the conversation of Black representation.
Athleta Announces Partnership with Alicia Keys
COLLABORATION
Performance-lifestyle brand Athleta has announced a new partnership with 15-time Grammy-Award winner Alicia Keys in an effort to drive awareness of and access to women’s well-being.
NRF Big Show Affords Insight, Guidance
Trade Shows
During its Jan. 16–18 run at the Javits Center in New York City, the NRF 2022 Retail’s Big Show was hosted under the theme of “Accelerate.” This 112th installment featured 190 sessions, more than 300 speakers and over 700 exhibitors, with an expanded Innovation Lab and Startup Zone, and three new pavilions.
Impressions Expo Returns to Long Beach for First In-Person Event in Two Years
Impressions Expo
The Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, Calif., was once again home to Impressions Expo, returning for its first on-site show since the onset of the pandemic, attracting thousands of attendees to see the latest offerings from manufacturers and apparel companies.
Surf Expo Brings Together Brands, Buyers, Changemakers for Good Business
Trade Shows
At its recent January edition, the Emerald-produced board- and ocean-sports show Surf Expo returned to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., welcoming buyers, brands, ocean conservationists and those who embrace the surf and beach culture.
Sustainability On Trend for Spring in Bella Dahl Resort Collection
Desert Dahls
Shooting its recent Resort 2022 campaign in a desert setting, Los Angeles–based Bella Dahl introduced pieces that promote comfort, beauty and sustainability and celebrate California sensibilities.
ShipMonk Acquires Ruby Has Fulfillment
Technology
E-commerce and technology-solutions provider ShipMonk has announced the acquisition of the third-party logistics technology company Ruby Has Fulfillment.
From Bridal to Evening, Katie May Returns to Her Elegant Looks
Fashion
Starting with a bridal-gown design shared on a Pinterest post that went viral, the Katie May brand began in 2012 from a foundation of creating garments in the United States.
Industry Focus: Finance—As the world navigates through the COVID-19 pandemic’s new variants, what advice would you offer to apparel professionals?
Industry Focus: Finance
While a new year has begun, many challenges that were experienced during 2021 remain. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the world as new variants of the virus develop.
Forever 21 Appoints Winnie Park New CEO
Retail
Forever 21 recently announced that Winnie Park has joined the fast-fashion brand as the new chief executive officer.
DL1961 Partners with Recover on Joint Sustainability Initiative
DENIM
New York-based denim company DL1961 has partnered with Recover on a joint sustainability initiative to create the world’s first high-performance circular jean.
Etnies Expands RAD Collection With New Apparel and Footwear
COLLABORATION
Action-sports footwear-and-apparel brand etnies and BMX film “RAD” have announced a new collection that expands on the first-ever official “RAD” apparel and footwear collection launched last year.
