Torrid Searching for Plus-Size Models
Torrid launching nationwide search for the next Face of Torrid 2016.
Holy Costume Design Batman! 1st Looks at Superhero Suits in 2016 Batman v Superman
Look, behind the plastic case – the costumes for Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, scheduled to hit cinemas March 25, 2016. The costumes were previewed at Las Vegas Licensing Expo, which is scheduled to wrap up on June 11.
Quiksilver Scraps 2015 Outlook, Planning Comeback With Improved Supply Chain and Sales
Quiksilver Inc. reported results for its second fiscal quarter of 2015 and rescinded its previously stated financial guidance for the fiscal year, the surf giant noted that it would not provide an outlook for the rest of fiscal year, according to a company statement, which was released on June 9.
The Contessas of Cute: Hello Kitty’s At Forum June 12
The contessas of cuteness are returning to the L.A. area. It’s the Hello Kitty’s Supercute Friendship Festival, which will be held at The Forum in the Inglewood, Calif. , which runs June 12-14. Check out pics the Hello Kitty costumes.
Cherokee Introduces New Children's Wear Brand
Cherokee's in-house design team comes up with a new brand that will be sold in India.
Quiksilver’s Only Female Board Director Exits in Protest
Elizabeth G. Dolan, the sole female director on the board for surf giant Quiksilver Inc., resigned because she had been ignored and left out of important meetings, according to her note, which was reported by Quiksilver on June 3.
K-Swiss Acquires Supra & KR3W Denim Co.
K-Swiss Global Brands—the sports-focused footwear, apparel and lifestyle company headquartered in Westlake Village, Calif.—is going street.
New President at Citizens of Humanity as Williams Takes Over as CEO
Kathy Kweon joined Citizens of Humanity as president of the premium-denim lifestyle brand, replacing Amy Williams, who was promoted to chief executive officer.
May Sales Mixed as L Brands Reports Good performance, Gap Merely Okay
A brief hint of summer weather helped lift May retail sales, but, overall, most apparel retailers reported lackluster results for the month.
So Cal Style
From the luxe looks at the Louis Vuitton show in Palm Springs to the contemporary streetwear of downtown Los Angeles to the cool athletic looks in Venice Beach, Southern Californians have a signature style all their own
Kanye West Turns Out at L.A. Trade Tech’s Fashion Show
Los Angeles Trade-Technical College celebrated its 90th anniversary during its May 29 Gold Thimble runway show, where student designers showcased everything from swimwear, sportswear and menswear to day dresses, and after-five dresses inspired by the 1970s.
Gallery 705
For three years, Jane Mohr’s cooperative showroom was on the sixth floor of the Gerry Building. But with most of her neighbors being more private-label showrooms and destination spaces, she decided to move to the seventh floor, where there is more foot traffic.
August Los Angeles
Melissa Naguiat opened her August Los Angeles showroom in the Cooper Design Space in February, and she’s curating the look of the showroom as carefully as the mix of the lines she represents.
