Denim Under Fire: The EU Tax Hike on US-Made Jeans
The European Union recently unexpectedly and drastically raised duties on US-made women’s jeans to 38 percent. Trade officials, industry organizations and manufacturers are working to repeal the tax hike. Stay up to date on the issue here.
Dragonfly Clothing Lands Fender Guitars Apparel License
Fullerton, Calif.–based Dragonfly Clothing has inked a deal with Fender Guitars for a line of apparel that will bow at specialty and department stores in North America and Europe this summer.
Sue Wong Shares Her Fashion and Home With Museum Patrons
Los Angeles County Museum of Art patrons visit Sue Wong's house.
T-shirt Resources
Buhler Quality Yarns Corp., Pima Apparel, US Blanks
CBNC: Not Just Your Average Streetwear Line
CBNC men’s streetwear was conceived by owner Joemm Blanche
Salesorter App Finds, Rates Online Sales
Salesorter was designed for consumers looking for online sales.
Mobile App Lets Consumers Buy Right off the Magazine Page
Snapping a photo with your mobile phone, and immediately finding stores
Frederick’s of Hollywood: New Nudes Collection
Since 1946, Frederick’s of Hollywood has built a reputation for innovative intimate apparel with a sexy sensibility.
Forever 21 Launches Social Site 21st Street
Forever 21 is gathering all its social media into a single space called 21st Street.
U.S. Senate Approves Michael Froman as New U.S. Trade Representative
The naming of Michael Froman as the new U.S. trade representative is good news for the U.S. textile industry.
Angela Dean: Revolutionizing Shapewear With Marena Group
Celebrity designer Angela Dean is known for custom designing garments for well-known figures in the entertainment industry.
Manhattan Beachwear’s Alan Schwartz, 67
Swimwear veteran Alan Schwartz died on June 8 following a battle with cancer.
Columbia Names President of New China Joint Venture
Columbia Sportswear Commercial (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. named Samson Wong president of the company, a joint venture between Columbia Sportswear Co. and Swire Resources Limited, a subsidiary of Swire Pacific Limited and the exclusive distributor of Columbia Sportswear in mainland China.
Body Glove Co-Founder Bob Meistrell, 84
Bob Meistrell, who co-founded Body Glove International with his brother, Bill, died
Tavik Expands With 12 International Distributors, Additional Staff
Tavik, a Southern California lifestyle brand known for its premium activewear, is expanding.
