Workers' Comp Reform?
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger kicked off his term with a proposal to cut $11 billion from the $29 billion workers’ compensation system. The governor’s proposal follows the legislature’s proposed cuts, which are exp...
Urban Sears
Hoffman Estates, Ill.–based retailer Sears, Roebuck and Co. will roll out urban apparel shops in 50 of its stores. The prototype in-store shops will feature 15 to 20 racks of men’s clothing, including l...
More Fashion
The Art Institute of California–San Francisco has added two new degree programs to its fashion department. Beginning this fall, the college will offer associate of science degrees in fashion marketing ...
Da-Rue Wins All-Star Award
Los Angeles–based sportswear manufacturer Da-Rue of California Inc. was among the winners at the 2003 All-Star Awards ceremony, held on Nov. 14 at the Apparel Tech C...
Showroom Space Options Abound in Downtown L.A.
At the intersection of Ninth and Los Angeles streets in downtown Los Angeles, competition among showroom buildings is fierce—but friendly....
Liz n' Enyce
New York–based Liz Claiborne Inc. announced plans to purchase Enyce and Lady Enyce from Sport Brands International (SBI) for about $114 million. The deal brings a $95 million urban brand under the ever-expandi...
L.A. Fashion Week Spring '04: Maria Bianca Nero
Deliberately setting her course straight for the Isle of Classic Femininity, Maria Bianca Nero revealed a signature style while navigating familiar waters. A wide range of wearable, timeless ...
Local Study Points to Bright Economic Future for California
Could an economic boomlet be in the cards for California? Perhaps....
L.A. Fashion Week Spring '04: Eduardo Lucero
Eduardo Lucero has built a following among Hollywood starlets—and women who just want to dress up in sexy and ultra-feminine fashions....
L.A. Fashion Week Spring '04: Alicia Lawhon
Alicia Lawhon reverted to simple styles for her “Soft Hits” fashion present...
L.A. Fashion Week Spring '04: Imitation of Christ
If it was possible to create a moment of peace in an otherwise hectic fashion week at Smashbox Studios in Culver City, Tara Subkoff achieved it. The designer showed her...
L.A. Fashion Week Spring '04: Rojas
Freddie Rojas showed his Spring 2004 “Patent” collection for his Rojas line in an informal installati...
L.A. Fashion Week Spring '04: Susanelizabeth
Swimwear designer Susan Hubbard worked as the head designer at Jill Stuart before entering the swimwear business and launching her own swimsuit collection, Susanelizabeth. This is t...
Compassion in Fashion/Wear Aware
It was a day for the animals. The Humane Society of the United States’ Hollywood office and Animal Avengers celebrated with a...
L.A. Fashion Week Spring '04: Magda Berliner
As unconventional as her designs, Magda Berliner’s showing of her
