Patagonia Names New CEO and Other Executives
Ryan Gellert was named chief executive officer for Ventura, Calif.–headquartered Patagonia Works, the holding company for the influential outdoor brand Patagonia Inc. as well as separate Patagonia divisions in food, media, investments and joint ventures.
Vans Makes Footwear Line With Kids of Immigrants
Los Angeles-headquartered collective Kids of Immigrants has designed and sold hoodies, and other clothes, bearing the word "Immigrant." This group’s styles and website have celebrated the lives of immigrants and urged people to pay attention to issues affecting this group. On Sept. 23, Kids of Immigrants announced its collaboration on a fashion line with Vans.
Ralph Lauren Announces Restructuring, Job Cuts
Ralph Lauren Corporation announced a major company overhaul that would emphasize digital commerce and result in layoffs of 15 percent of the global workforce for the pioneering fashion brand, which made $6.3 billion in revenue for fiscal 2019, according to a company announcement.
Dockers Teams Up With Waves For Water
Recently, Dockers, a division of Levi Strauss & Co., announced that it would partner with non-profit organization Waves for Water on a campaign named “Work Forward".
Toubassy to Help Spearhead Spotlight Brands
Ramez Toubassy, a Los Angeles–based executive who helped guide the retailer Wet Seal’s transition into a digitally focused fashion company, announced a new venture recently.
Mango Adds Junior Styles to Mango Kids
Adding to its portfolio, Barcelona's Mango is introducing to its Mango Kids line, juniors looks for preteens and teenagers aged from 11 to 15 years.
L.A. City Council Votes to Support Garment Worker Protection Act Before Bill Reintroduction
Just a week after a legislative timeline ran out for the Garment Worker Protection Act, the Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously to give a statement of support to the bill.
Macy’s To Unveil The Pink Shop for Breast Cancer Research
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Department store giant Macy’s hopes to do its part to raise funds for breast cancer research by producing The Pink Shop.
H&M Votes x Blanks Artist Features L.A.'s Reality To Idea by Joshua Vides
Launching Sept. 22, H&M Votes x Blanks Artist collaboration celebrates National Voter Registration Day by featuring a collection of apparel designed by artists from the United States, including Los Angeles' Reality To Idea by Joshua Vides.
Italist: From Italy with Love and a Deal
E-tailer Italist's Italy-born chief executive officer, Diego Abba, works with more than 200 Italian boutiques to offer discounts on luxury ready-to-wear and accessories.
Dickies Unveils First Global Marketing Campaign
After almost 100 years of making clothing for workers laboring at the country’s grimy jobs, Dickies has become fashionable. Riding on this prominence, the workwear brand recently unveiled its first global marketing campaign.
New in Knits: Cozy Layers in Luxurious Fabrications and Ethical Materials
This season, knits are layered and wrap us in minimalist luxury, creating a comforting cocoon adapted to the current context.
From Fashion to Fasteners, Responsible Offerings in Apparel Expand
Steps toward creating a more-responsible fashion industry are being taken from all segments of the supply chain to clean up one of the most-pollutive industries on the planet and satisfy the demand of consumers.
NYFW Supports Designers Through a Next-Gen Showcase
For the September 2020 edition of New York Fashion Week, Tadashi Shoji invited viewers into a filmed showcase of his Spring/Summer 2021 collection that was set in a fantastic tropical forestland as models appeared in finely detailed pieces from the designer.
Recent Innovations in Fiber Composition and Dyeing Serve Ecological Purposes
Recently, manufacturers of materials made from and processes used to treat fibers that are used in outdoor, active and athleisure apparel have made advancements that allow consumers to feel more confident that their purchasing decisions will look good and also contribute to a healthier earth and potentially reduce threats to the environment.
