SIMA Releases Retail Study: Surf/Skate Down But Not Out
The Surf Industry Manufacturers Association released its “2008 SIMA Retail Distribution Study,” which estimates that the total surf/skate market reached $7.22 billion last year—down more than 3 ...
CIT Update: Factor's Failed Government Negotiations Bring New Worries, Speculation
In the wake of CIT Group’s failed attempt to reach a federal-aid deal come new worries that a bankruptcy filing could freeze business for those factored by the finance giant.CIT clien...
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Look Book Love: Alexander Wang, Pre-Fall '09 (FabSugar)CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Nominees Announced (Coutorture)Phillip Lim Hits L.A. (Fashionista)Wal-Mart to...
Phillip Lim's Prescription for Recession: Party
When the recession has got everyone down, there may be only one way to react. Party. This might be designer Philip Lim’s thinking during this tough economic season. The New York-based designer, who grew up in...
Through the Keyhole Into Carol Malony's World
Video by: Brian Outland for The Media Mob. Photographer: Adam David CohenIt finally pays off to be a fan of a brand on Facebook. Los Angeles-based lingerie designer Carol Malony gave her Facebook fans and Twitter followers a sneak peek at her Spring 2010 collection with a...
CIT Discussing Government Aid
CIT Group Inc., the largest factor to the apparel industry, is looking into several avenues to improve liquidity—a move that has industry watchers nervous about the potential impact on a large...
CIT's Troubles Have Wide-Ranging Impact on the Industry
It has been a tense week for industry watchers and customers of CIT Group Inc., the largest factor to the apparel industry, after news broke on July 12 that the company was facing a financial...
Trading Halted on CIT, Deal Could be Announced Soon
The New York Stock Exchange halted trading on shares of CIT Group Inc., according to several news sources, which said a temporary loan could be announced in the next 24 hours....
Go East, Young Mavens
Is it just us, or does it seem like beachy West Coast designer dudes have a love affair with the Big Apple? [Cough] Trovata [Cough]. Dustin and Dylan Odbert from the up-and-coming San Clemente, Calif.-based brand Ambsn (formerly Ambission)...
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Launches and Releases: Wedding Belles for Anzevino and Florence (Racked LA)Sneak Peek! Current/Elliott Fall '09 (FabSugar)Shop The Runway (Really)...
Guest Bloggers: Dylan and Dustin Odbert of Ambsn
Intrepid designers: Dylan (left) and Dustin (right) Odbert of AmbsnNew York is an inspirational city that is a must for any young apparel designer from California. For us, it was not only an inspirational trip but a tribute to a friend...
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14 Great T-Shirts That Give the Basic Summer Staple a Whole New Look (Refinery 29)Rep: Ed Hardy Designer "Not Starting Kids' Clothing Line With" Jon Gosselin...
New York Textile Shows Seminar & Event Calendar
The New York textile trade shows kick off on July 14 with mix of fabric, fiber, trim and trends...
Paying Homage to MJ
Owners of The Palace Theatre at 630 S. Broadway near the Los Angeles Fashion District paid respect to Michael Jackson by re-creating its marquee as it was in 1983 during filming of...
CIT Discussing Government Aid
CIT Group Inc., the largest factor to the apparel industry, is looking into several avenues to improve liquidity—a move that has industry watchers nervous about the potential impact on a large...
