Activewear Every Day

Fifty percent of American women wear activewear on a regular basis—even on the days when they are not exercising or going to the gym. That’s the news from a recent poll conducted by Kelton Research and commissi...

Going to the Source

Sourcing trips allow apparel manufacturers to scout factories and make contacts overseas...

Lingerie Americas Keeps Growth in Check

NEW YORK—Now into its fifth year and its ninth edition, the biannual Lingerie Americas has established itself as the largest lingerie trade show in North America, drawing 2,709 buye...

Rate Steady

The Federal Reserve opted to hold the federal funds rate at 5 1/2 percent, noting that the slowing housing market and rising energy costs have “moderated” economic growth. The Fed obser...

National Underpants

Nick Graham built a name for himself and his Joe Boxer loungewear line through his clever use of puns, irony and tongue-in-cheek double entendre....

Retailer Wants to Mint New San Diego Look

San Diego’s home-grown style may not have registered on the radar screens of fashionistas; however, retailer Nicki Starr hopes to change that perception with her new boutique, Civil Disobedie...

Rebecca Ciccio Handbags

San Francisco designer Rebecca Ciccio creates luxe handbags that appeal to a wide range of customers, from young trendsetters to stylish soccer moms and discerning urban professionals. Handmade in San...

Purr: Roar's New Girl

Twelve-year-old men’s shirting line Roar is in position to make noise in the women’s young contemporary market with a new line, Purr. Los Angeles–based Roar is best known for its woven ...

Streets Ahead Turns 25, Launches New Lines

For its silver anniversary, Los Angeles belt label Streets Ahead is rolling out two new accessories collections to add to the company’s belt and denim business....

Swimming Through Legal Waters

A long-brewing lawsuit between a former swimwear executive and the Southern California company that employed him is about to go to court....

Funtrap Showroom

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Metropark Hires Real Estate V.P.

Contemporary retailer Metropark plans to double its store count in 2007, and the retailer’s founders hope that real estate executive Karen Green will help them find the best spaces....

MJW to Release Remaining Santee Units

More than 200 condominiums are going up for sale within walking distance of the major wholesale market centers in the Los Angeles Fashion District....

Checking Credit From the Trade Show Floor

As manufacturers and retailer prepare for the Las Vegas trade shows, finance experts offer tips for taking and placing creditworthy orders....