Ludwig: The Composer's New Clothes
Some would say there’s not enough Beethoven in this world—even if it’s an irreverent, street look at the iconic composer. The creators of fashion brand Ludwig hope to add irreverence and Beethoven to more men’s wardrobes. On June 4, they opened a shop named after and devoted to...
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Project Runway winner Leanne Marshall's Fall '09 collection (Photos courtesy...
LunAlba: Lightweight, Layered and Luxurious
Multi-layering is a key trend for Fall. But designer Nadia Bozzetti has more than trendiness on her mind. She launched LunAlba with the idea of creating a timeless knitwear line for the jet-s...
CPSIA, Prop. 65 on the Agenda at VCF Conference
Issues such as the Consumer Product Safety Information Act (CPSIA), Proposition 65 and 10+2 will be the main topics of discussion at the Vendor Compliance Federation’s “New Mandates in Retail C...
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Maggie Ward
John Ward’s new line, Maggie Ward, adds another dimension to what Angeleno designers do best: putting a new twist on classic casuals. In Ward’s case, this means sweat-pant and sweat-shirt shape...
Azria Teams With Miley Cyrus for Wal-Mart Collection
Max Azria, owner of Vernon, Calif.–based BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP, has partnered with pop star and actress Miley Cyrus to create a collection of trend-driven and affordable apparel for Wal-M...
No Free Samples
Designers and reps need to safeguard sample garments before they leave the warehouse. ...
Soffer Ari USA Debut: Bring on the Bling
Bling never dies. In designer Ari Soffer’s case, it just finds a better place to hang. On June 4, he opened a flagship store at 850 S. Robertson in Los Angeles. Named after his jewelry and lifestyle collection line, Soffer Ari USA, the store offers...
Li & Fung Affiliate Leases Giant IE Warehouse
IDS USA, which is the distribution arm of Hong Kong–based apparel giant Li & Fung Group, has expanded its presence in Southern California, having recently signed a five-year lease...
Rocawear's China Deal
New York–based Iconix Brand Group announced plans to take its Rocawear streetwear brand to China. Iconix China, the company’s joint venture with Novel Fashion Holding Ltd., struck a deal with Bosideng International Hol...
Will Congress Help the Apparel Industry With New Trade Law?
Could the third time be the charm for a trade bill lowering tariffs on apparel and textiles from some of the poorest countries in the world?...
Fashion Square Finds Religion
Vernon-based True Religion Apparel Inc. opened a 1,632-square-foot store at Fashion Square in Sherman Oaks. The store will carry the full line of True Religion merchandise for men, women and children,...
The Croc Goes Home
New York–based Izod, a division of Phillips–Van Heusen Corp., signed a licensing deal with WestPoint Home Inc. for a line of bed, bath and kitchen products under the Izod brand, with its well-known croc...
Off-Price Sales Good, Luxury Down in May
Retail sales dropped 4.6 percent in May, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers. Department stores selling luxury goods were particularly hard hit, while off-price retaile...
