New Epson SureColor F570 Pro Printer Announces Its Debut
Technology
Perfect for creating promotional products, Epson America’s new 24-inch SureColor F570 Professional Edition desktop dye-sublimation printer was introduced on June 24.
Andréa Bernholtz Embraces Yacht Life With New Swiminista-Lacroix Collection
Swim/Surf
A devotion to luxury and sustainability drove Andréa Bernholtz as she launched her latest collection under The House of Christian Lacroix x Swiminista collaboration. The Yacht Life collection is a celebration of vibrancy through striking colors and flattering cuts yet maintains the Swiminista mission to ensure women feel confident when wearing the brand’s pieces.
Breaking Body-Image Boundaries, Curvy Beach Affords True Size Inclusivity
Swim/Surf
Former actor Elizabeth Taylor had seen enough resistance to sexier bikinis in the expanded-size swimsuit market to know that she wanted to change the narrative surrounding designs for curvier women.
Circling the Globe, Yarn Movement Shares Glimpses of Perfect Getaways
Summertime Sunshine
This season, the summer of 2021 will be held to high expectations as the beach bound and poolside loungers venture out for sand, surf, sun and showing off their swim fashions, such as this Yarn Movement look that was shot in Tanzania.
SFI Introduces a Denim-Fantasy Capsule Suitable for a California Daydream
Denim Daydream
Fresh off its launch earlier this year, the denim factory Star Fades International released its Denim Daydream capsule, the first collection since the Artistic Milliners–backed business opened in Los Angeles.
Etsy to Purchase Brazil-Based Elo7, Establish Presence in Latin America
E-COMMERCE
Elo7, a privately held marketplace for unique, handmade items, will be acquired by Etsy, Inc., for $217 million after a definitive agreement is signed.
Paul Smith Reopening in Downtown L.A.
RETAIL
After originally opening in July 2020, British Designer Paul Smith will reopen his second shop in downtown Los Angeles on June 30.
White Oak Appoints Mike Earnhart as Managing Director of Originations
HIRES AND APPOINTMENTS
San Francisco–headquartered White Oak Commercial Finance, LLC, announced that Mike Earnhart has been appointed managing director of originations.
Ruby Has Partners With Brightpearl, Happy Returns
FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS
In order to continue offering its clients the best solutions in an ever-changing retail landscape, Ruby Has has partnered with Brightpearl and Happy Returns.
Vivienne Westwood Selects Mapp to Deliver Customer Personalization
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND DATA
Fashion house Vivienne Westwood has selected Mapp to provide the company’s customer-data platform.
Brock Collection x H&M Blends Vintage Romance With City Chic
FASHION
Through a new partnership, Los Angeles women’s brand Brock Collection collaborated with H&M on the Brock Collection x H&M, which features fantastic femininity and edgy details nodding to city style.
NTWRK Tabs Jason Brown as First Chief Marketing Officer
LIVESTREAM SHOPPING
NTWRK has tabbed Jason Brown, a former Foot Locker and PepsiCo marketer, as its first chief marketing officer.
Coloreel Readies for Growth by Hiring Sven Öquist as VP of Sales
TEXTILE TECHNOLOGY
In an effort to scale and target a market value over SEK 25 million, or more than $2.953 million USD, Sweden’s Coloreel has hired Sven Öquist as the company’s new vice president of sales.
Old Navy Welcomes Newest U.S. Citizens With Iconic Flag Tee
FOURTH OF JULY
Old Navy is celebrating the Fourth of July by recognizing the country’s newest citizens and gifting them the 2021 Flag Tee.
VNTANA and Browzwear Partner to Ease High-Scale 3D Design Workflows
3D FASHION TECHNOLOGY
Joining together to better serve the apparel community, 3D content-management software provider VNTANA and 3D fashion-technology company Browzwear are aiming to aid brands by streamlining the use of 3D assets across e-commerce, social media and business-to-business sales.
Lumiere Runway Dazzles With Haute Couture, Raises Money for Charity
FASHION CARES
With fabulous fashion pieces and five-star culinary offerings, more than 150 guests took in the Lumiere Runway fashion show on June 12. Lumiere Runway featured eight designers: Sara Rose, Naid’s Fashion, Freedom Fashion by Stephano Musa, High Status, Couture Aprons, Elegant Essentials, Donna Leah Designs and Verita Couture.
Victoria’s Secret Announces Women-Focused Initiatives During Reshaping of Brand
FASHION CARES
As the Victoria’s Secret lingerie and lifestyle brand continues to shift its focus towards the demands of the women it serves, it recently announced the creation of two new initiatives.
RVCA Launches First of Three-Part Collection With Evan Mock
SWIM & SURF
RVCA has launched the first of a three-part collection with skater, surfer and model Evan Mock.
DIPLOMACY to Launch Charitable Collection With New Orleans Pelicans’ Wes Iwundu on Juneteenth
FASHION CARES
DIPLOMACY and the NBA's New Orleans Pelicans' 2017 second-round pick Wes Iwundu have partnered for a new clothing collection.
