Premiegrave;re Vision Preview Has Strong Turnout
Exhibitors were pleased with the business that turned out for the July 13–14 run of Premiegrave;re Vision Preview New York at the Metropolitan Pavilion and Altman Building in...
Kingpins Expands in New York to International Market
NEW YORK—The July 19–20 run of Kingpins, the boutique denim trade show organized by Olah Inc., stretched out this season across two floors of the Skyline Studios loft space ...
Cotton Prices Dip Sharply Downward
In the last five months, cotton prices have tumbled by more than 50 percent, giving manufacturers hope that the hot cotton market is cooling off....
Levi's Launches Denizen's Label
Blue-jeans powerhouse Levi Strauss & Co. in San Francisco launched its Denizen’s brand of jeans in the United States on July 19. The new, affordable line is being sold ex...
Rue La La Launches Los Angeles Shopping Site
Rue La La has put down stakes in Los Angeles....
People's Liberation Bags Millions in Charlotte Russe Settlement
In recent regulatory filings, Los Angeles–based People’s Liberation revealed it received a $4.3 million payout as part of its settlement of a contentious lawsuit with Charlotte Russe I...
Joseph Magnin Co.'s Donald Magnin Dies
Retailer Donald Magnin, who worked with his family to develop the Joseph Magnin Co. chain of women’s stores, died in San Francisco on July 13 after a long battle with cancer. He was 84. ...
Brandboom's Software Targeted to Help Showroom Owners
Timing is everything in the world of fashion, where speed-to-market is ramping up and on-time delivery is paramount....
Miami Swim and Lingerie Show: Proven Brands, Lower Price Points Have Strong Showing
MIAMI—Swimwear and resortwear brands with proven sell-through or a lower price range had a strong showing at the Miami Swim and Lingerie Show, held July 16–19 at the Miami Beach Conven...
Surf, Skate, Street Fashion for Charity
Surf, skate and street fashions were made for sports and good times, but Kevin Murray is interested in skate and street brands that also raise money to help the needy....
Apparel News Daily Reader
Gwen Stefani Rocks Kids' Fashion Affordably (The Daily Stamford)Delhi Couture Week Begins Tomorrow (Hindustan Times)Palm Springs: Passionate for Fashion (San Diego Jewish...
The Brutique:Wild Retail, Sane Plea
Victor Wilde,left, Azlynn Berry on trampoline.Jumping on a trampoline is one way to create a stir. Having a model trampoline jump in a flimsy parachute dress is how designer and provocateur Victor Wilde created a buzz for his new shop The Brutique. It debuted last week to showcase his art and his...
Eco Skate: Element Emerald Collection Debuts
In 2008, the Element skateboard and apparel line produced an awareness-raising campaign called “Power to the Planet,” where skateboarders and artists made statements at...
Capsule Draws Crowds to New York Show
Ovadia SonsNEW YORK—The New York edition of Capsule's menswear trade show drew buyers to a loft space in New York's Chelsea district July 18-19. Exhibitors took up four floors of space and consisted of a global mix of contemporary men's...
Agenda Closes Out New York on a High Note
LRGNEW YORK—Street and skate show Agenda had it's third season in New York on July 18-19 and returned to the Chelsea Art Museum in New York's Chelsea neighborhood. For the Spring/Summer 2012 season, Agenda:NYC once again stayed to it's...
