Simparel Taps IT Operations Veterant as L.A.–based Senior Project Manager
New York–based Simparel Inc. has hired Lawrence Mora as senior project manager.
ICIX Releases Product Safety Compliance Application
ICIX has introduced Direct Test, a cloud-based application to help retailers and manufacturers collect and manage third-party product test results to meet safety and regulatory requirements.
WFX Launches Business Intel Platform
WFXOnDemand, a software solutions provider for the apparel and consumer-goods industries, has launched WFX BI, a business intelligence platform to help customers manage and share data across internal teams and departments.
Vietnam’s Apparel Industry is on a Rapid-Expansion Plan
China and Vietnam are still the top two providers of apparel and textiles to the United States, but Vietnam is growing quickly as an apparel powerhouse.
Apparel and Footwear Importers Concerned About Changes in First-Sale Rule
U.S. apparel and textile importers are rallying to push back a new proposal that would require more stringent record-keeping requirements to bring in goods under the so-called “First-Sale Rule,” which went into effect more than 25 years ago.
Nester Hosiery: Diving into the U.S. Supply Chain Feet First
A North Carolina sock manufacturer has fully embraced the “made in USA” trend and has taken it to the ultimate level. The company, Nester Hosiery, based in the textile region of Surry County, N.C., has achieved considerable success with its U.S.-centric supply chain.
Cargo container Volumes Rise at U.S. Ports as Contract Talks Continue on the Waterfront
As contract talks between West Coast longshore workers and their employers continued into their 14th week, importers were playing it cautious and bringing in as much merchandise as they could to fill holiday orders.
Deckers' New Headquarters Shines With Energy Efficiency
The makers of Uggs, Tevas, Sanuks and other footwear goes all out in constructing its new headquarters in Goleta, Calif.
Volcom: True To This...On Film
With its old motto “Youth Against Establishment” retired, Volcom has been rolling out its new brand tagline “True To This.” To mark the occasion, Volcom has released some short films.
The Controversy Around the Singer Sewing Machine Patent
The Singer sewing machine was patented on Aug. 12, 1851.
Selfies Go Pro
Park City–based iStabilizer has introduced “the perfect selfie creator,” a monopod and a shutter remote system that lets you take your own photo without the fisheye look that comes with an extreme closeup.
Craig and the Big Clean-Up
Steve Craig, president and chief executive officer of Craig Realty Group, donated more than $10,000 on Aug. 9, to non-profit groups. Craig Realty also participated in day of service for Commerce where volunteers seek to clear out garbage and clean-up graffiti around Commerce.
Denim Trends
Surf’s up. From easy cut-offs to bleached denim and boyfriend jeans, denim designers take inspiration from So Cal’s laid-back lifestyle. Catch a wave for the hottest looks of the season
Small Holiday/Resort Market in LA
Always the smallest market on the calendar, the Aug. 4–7 run of Los Angeles Fashion Market drew local buyers and a handful of bigger retailers looking to get orders in before the big trade shows in Las Vegas later this month.
July Sales Strong
Retail sales for July, often considered a harbinger to the Back-to-School season, increased 5.4 percent, according to Jesse Tron, spokesperson for International Council of Shopping Centers, a prominent trade group for the mall business.
