Martex Acquires JBM Recycled Fibers
Recycling
Spartanburg, S.C.–based Martex Fiber Southern Corp. acquired JBM Fibers, a recycled fiber–manufacturing facility in Brownsville, Texas, with a diverse national customer base for recycled textile products made from post-consumer textile waste.
Hyosung Expands Creora Spandex Facility in Vietnam
Import/Export
In anticipation of the Trans-Pacific Partnership proposed trade agreement, spandex producer Hyosung will unveil a newly expanding facility in Nhon Trach, Dong Nai, Vietnam, beginning late summer.
Guess Promotes Reddy to CFO Global
Executive Move
Los Angeles–based Guess? Inc. named Sandeep Reddy as chief financial officer for the company, overseeing the entire global operation.
MAGIC Market Week Pairs Up With Balluun for Shop the Floor
Trade Show
Finding new lines and innovative clothing will be getting easier at the various apparel and footwear trade shows run by Advanstar Communications, organizer of MAGIC Market Week in Las Vegas
Vince Seeks IPO, Kellwood’s New CEO
Manufacturing
Apparel Holding Corp. filed paperwork with the Securities and Exchange Commission in preparation for an initial public offing for Los Angeles–based contemporary brand Vince.
New Execs at Levi’s US, Europe, Asia and Dockers
San Francisco–based Levi Strauss & Co. added a trio of regional presidents for the Americas, Europe and Asia as part of the company’s effort to “leverage the strength of its global brands.”
NRF Forecast: Spending Decline for Back-to-School
Retail
Americans will spend $72.5 billion on Back-to-School and Back-to-College goods this year, according to a survey released July 18 by the National Retail Federation, the world’s largest trade association for retailers.
Caruso to Manage Santa Barbara Mall
Retail
Caruso Affiliated, developer, owner and manager of prominent Los Angeles County malls The Grove and The Americana at Brand, is taking its show to Santa Barbara, Calif.
New CEO at Womenswear Line CAbi
Retail
Carol Anderson by invitation, a womenswear label also known as CAbi,has named Lynne Coté as its new chief executive.
FactoryLA Opens "Made in LA" Store
In downtown Los Angeles, a "Made in LA" store opens in the Fashion District.
Dechel McKillian: Design Debut With a Stylist’s Eye
Creative Drive
Dechel McKillian ready-to-wear is designed from a stylist’s point of view.
Fashioning a Business With a Humanitarian Niche
Hand Made
For some fashion entrepreneurs, the fashion is just part of the equation for success.
Coast Prepares for New York Launch
Trade Show
Contemporary trade show Coast is preparing to debut its New York edition Sept. 16–17 at Stage 37 on Manhattan’s West Side.
High Vacancy on LA’s Robertson Boulevard as Retail Street Reinvents Itself
Shopping
Robertson Boulevard has found a new distinction.
FIDM Teams With TV Academy for Costumes Exhibit
Costume Design
The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is gearing up for its seventh annual “The Outstanding Art of Television Costume Design” exhibition at the FIDM Museum & Galleries in Downtown LA.
Halsey: Pro-Soccer Tie-in and Focused on the Bottom Line
Company Profile
Will Johnson launched Halsey in 2011 with Robbie Rogers.
Retail Sales in Los Angeles County Will Rise Modestly in 2013
Economic Forecast
With housing prices showing healthy gains and the stock market posting healthy results, consumers are feeling more confident than last year, according to the 2013-2014 Mid-Year Economic Forecast and Industry Outlook released by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corp. on July 17.
Pooltradeshow Giving Lessons
Pooltradeshow hosting a one-day seminar in Los Angeles on growing your brand.
