Ariat Names VP of Footwear Design
Union City, Calif.–based Ariat International named Jake Rivas vice president of footwear design for the company, which makes equestrian performance footwear, apparel and accessories.
E-commerce Site One Dress a Day Launches
In a twist on the flash-sale model, Australian designer Bruno Schiavi has introduced a new e-commerce site, One strong> a Day, which will offer one new limited-edition strong> for sale every day.
Alternative Hires VP of Marketing
Los Angeles–based Alternative Apparel named Dawn De La Fuente vice president of marketing.
Changes Ahead for LA Fashion Week: New Venues, New Corporate Partners
Los Angeles fashion brands dominate casual fashion and the city's red-carpet events command the world's attention, yet the city's fashion week has struggled over the past decade, with multiple show organizers and venues. But this year might mark a new direction for the event.
Pricing-Research Companies Join Forces
Pricing is one of the key parts of the retail business. Two companies that track pricing and give market intelligence on pricing joined forces recently.
What’s Checking: Downtown Los Angeles/Luxe Boutiques Gamble on Downtown L.A.
Carl Louisville made millions of dollars for Prada as director of the fashion house's Epicenter store on Rodeo Drive.
New Tech: Where to Invest and What to Expect
As the economy recovers, companies are looking to invest in new technology to maximize efficiency, stay ahead of competitors or manage their omni-channel retail operations.
Curious About the Top Footwear Trends?
Check out the top five footwear trends that will rock your wardrobe.
Cone Adds More Vintage Selvage Looms at White Oak Mill
To keep up with demand for American-made selvage denim, Cone Denim is increasing capacity of selvage denim by 25 percent by installing several vintage selvage looms at its historic White Oak mill in Greenboro, N.C.
The All-American Approach Is Key to Reviving Post’age Denim Brand
After a three-year hiatus, the Post’age denim label is being resurrected, banking on the “Made in USA” element to take it to the top.
Shade 55: The Authentic Roots of Denim
Shade 55 is the name of the deepest indigo color, said designer Paul Hagopian.
Asphalt Yacht Club: Skating From the Street to the Yacht
Nyjah Huston won a gold medal for street league skateboarding at the X Games in Los Angeles this summer, but gliding over obstacle courses with a skateboard was only one of the things on his to-do list. He also helped launch skateboarding/fashion label Asphalt Yacht Club.
OurCaste: Down the Hill With a Newport Beach Sensibility
The entrepreneurs behind OurCaste may have just launched their line in January, but they are definitely not green to the scene.
