Meister Online
David Meister, the Southern California–based division of St. Louis–based Kellwood Co., launched an e-commerce store at
Richman, Litman to Be Honored by Fashion Industries Guild
Directives West’s Sandy Richman and Stony Apparel’s Tony Litman have been named 2009 “People of the Year” by the Fashion Industries Guild of Cedars-Sinai Medical...
Tarrant Chiefs Call for Shareholder Vote in August
The plan to transform Tarrant Apparel Group from a publicly traded company to a privately held entity could take place in the next few weeks....
Surveys Report Good Economic Signs
Maybe the worst part of the recession is over....
Parent Co. of Gerber Tech May Sell Assets
Executives from Gerber Scientific Inc., the parent company of Tolland, Conn.–based apparel-industry supplier Gerber Technology, said they are considering selling off some of the company...
Sheltini by Shelton Wilder
The Sheltini by Shelton Wilder line of simple tops, slips and skirts is designer Shelton Wilder’s solution to a “modernization of the slip....
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This Toilet-Paper Wedding Dress Is Truly Amazing...
Indie Boutique Moves Into Show Pony Space
Earlier this year, Los Angeles’ independent fashion community mourned the closure of Show Pony, a boutique that championed new and independent designers. On July 11, Tavin, another independent fashio...
Ezekiel Revamps Women's Offerings
Come Spring 2010, core retailers will see refreshed and newly focused offerings from Irvine, Calif.–based surfwear maker Ezekiel. Jessica Rush, who assumed the role of women’s brand manager in January,...
American Apparel Employees Cited by Immigration Enforcement
American Apparel received notice from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that the employment eligibility of 200 of its workers could not be verified, according to a statement released b...
New VP at GlobalTex
Stephanie Cole was named vice president of GlobalTex, the new textile and sourcing trade show that debuted in April....
Fashion District Vendor Arrested for Bribing an Officer
When a Fashion District vendor allegedly passed a $2,000 bribe to a Los Angeles police officer, he did it fashionably—in a handbag....
WSJ Discovers L.A. Fashion, Then Dismisses It
I’m a big fan of the Wall Street Journal, but I’m often amused by their fashion stories, which tend to herald the return of the business suit (according to dry-cleaning associations) or the sudden popularity of stiletto heels or thong...
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July Fashion Story: Cruel Summer (WhoWhatWear)Michael Jackson was set to launch his own fashion...
Lip Service Celebrates Independence with Latex and Glam Punk
While some Angelenos head to the beach or indulge in a combo of backyard bbq and illegal fireworks on the Fourth of July, cult brand Lip Service will mark the occasion at Boardners with a fashion show and ear-melting music by newly reunited punk outfit...
