Balenciaga Joins Ye and Gap’s Yeezy Gap Line
FASHION
Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has announced an expansion of his current Yeezy Gap line by including luxury fashion brand Balenciaga.
Celebrating Their 10-Year Partnership, Vans and STOKED Commit to Expansion
FASHION CARES
Working together over the last 10 years, action-sports brand Vans and nonprofit organization STOKED have renewed their commitment to leading undeserved youth into action sports through mentorship.
DJM and PGIM Real Estate Announce Acquisition of Long Beach Exchange
RETAIL
California-based private-equity real-estate-and-development firm DJM, in partnership with PGIM Real Estate, has announced its acquisition of Long Beach Exchange.
Saks Announces Launch of New Online Wellness Shop
RETAIL
Luxury e-commerce platform Saks has announced the launch of its Wellness Shop on saks.com The shop focuses on four key pillars of well being: fitness, health and nutrition, sexual wellness, and rest and relaxation.
New Era Japan Launches Collaboration With Takashi Murakami
FASHION
New Era Japan, the Tokyo-based operations of lifestyle-and-sports brand New Era Cap Co., announced a new collaboration with influential artist Takashi Murakami.
Swim Is In at California-Lifestyle Brand Bella Dahl With New Launch
Bella Dahl Swim
Known for its cool Southern California style, Los Angeles women’s brand Bella Dahl took a plunge further into the Golden State culture as it launched its first swim collection.
Kevan Hall Studio Launches as Saks OFF 5th Designer Spotlight
Within a successful 2021, Los Angeles designer Kevan Hall ended a busy year by launching a collaborative Designer Spotlight collection with retailer Saks OFF 5th.
With Roots in Family and Community, Susan Lee Grows Wilder
Susan Lee’s Wilder
In her Echo Park, Calif., shop, Wilder Los Angeles, Susan Lee celebrates community through selling vintage clothing within a welcoming space, yet the roots of her store reach into different facets of the entrepreneur’s life.
Textiles Tick Toward Fresh Takes on Tradition for 2022
Textile Trends
As a new year begins, the fashion industry seeks a fresh start to move forward and create alluring styles. At the foundation of these design ambitions is the choice of the appropriate textiles to elevate garments and attract customers.
A New Year Brings Newness in Activewear
New Year, New Active
Activewear continues to flourish as brands including Los Angeles–based Cream Yoga continue to build on the momentum of trends for comfortable yet performance-focused apparel.
SoundCommerce Launches New Solution to Optimize Profitability for Brands
Technology
Retail-data platform provider SoundCommerce has launched a new cloud solution that aims to help retailers better serve customers by using data to create shopper profiles that allow retailers to provide better offers and promotions based on shopping preferences.
Barbie and Balmain Collaborate on New Ready-to-Wear and Accessories Collection
FASHION
Toymaker Mattel Inc. has announced a new collaboration between the Barbie brand and luxury fashion label Balmain that celebrates both iconic names' impact on fashion and culture.
Applied DNA and Stratum Reservoir (Isotech) to Leverage Isotopic Analysis for Cotton Authenticity
TRANSPARENCY
Applied DNA Sciences, the polymerase chain reaction–based DNA manufacturer, and Stratum Reservoir (Isotech) announced they have entered into a memorandum of understanding in which Applied DNA will use Isotech’s isotopic analysis (IA) to confirm cotton genotypes.
Stitch Fix Predicts 2022 Styles and Shopping Trends in Inaugural Forecast Report
Stitch Fix Forecast
Stitch Fix, a leading online personalized-shopping company, has released its inaugural Style Forecast report, which reveals key trends for 2022 including a category called “Business Comfort” as the new workwear.
WVN Launches With Eco Focus on Responsibly Made Fashion
ECO WVN
Approaching sustainable-clothing manufacturing with greater commitment, industry veteran Kate Fisher recently launched WVN through an eco mindset and appreciation for garment artistry.
Seaweed Yarn Maker AlgiKnit Launches Innovation Hub in North Carolina
TEXTILES
New York–based startup AlgiKnit has announced the opening of its innovation hub in the Research Triangle area of North Carolina.
26Red Opens Flagship Store in New York City
RETAIL
Iconic '90s streetwear brand 26Red has opened its first flagship store since its 2021 resurgence under original founder, John Bernard.
Hyosung’s Fashion Design Center Introduces A/W ’22/’23 Textile Trends
TRENDS
The Fashion Design Center, an interactive fashion studio established by textile-solutions provider Hyosung, has released its new Autumn/Winter 2022/2023 textile trends, giving a sneak peek into what major brands will be using in their collections.
Forever 21 Launches at JCPenney Stores and Online
RETAIL
JCPenney has announced it has added Forever 21 to its portfolio of national fashion brands available at JCPenney stores nationwide and online.
