Downtown L.A. Fashion Business Found Guilty in Multimillion-Dollar Scams
The owner of a downtown Los Angeles apparel company agreed to plead guilty to a group of scams to avoid paying millions of dollars in customs fees and taxes, according to a statement released by the United States Attorney’s office on Aug. 26. Sang Bum “Ed” Noh and his company, Ambiance Apparel, agreed to plead guilty to one count of conspiracy and one count of a false tax return and pay over $117 million in fines and restitution.
Cotton Citizen Unveils Fred Segal Shop-in-Shops
With the Labor Day weekend on the horizon, Cotton Citizen, a made-in-Los Angeles, premium-garments brand, unveiled shop-in-shops at the Fred Segal Sunset flagship in West Hollywood, Calif., and the Fred Segal store in Malibu, Calif.
Snapper Rock 2021 is Bright with Sustainability in Mind
Upon unveiling its 2021 collection, swimwear brand Snapper Rock presented new patterns and greater sustainable efforts.
Foot Locker Brings Power Store Concept to Compton, Calif.
Foot Locker opened its first West Coast Power Store on Aug. 26 in Compton, Calif.
NTWRK Launches Virtual Festival, Complex Networks Announces New Event
Aaron Levant, founder of the Agenda trade show, introduced Transfer today, a virtual culture, design and retail festival, running through tomorrow on the NTWRK platform, a video commerce channel headquartered in Los Angeles.
San Diego’s Santos Swim and Kith + Kimono Team Up For Virtual Party with the Influencer Francesca
On Aug. 26, there’s going to be a virtual party for San Diego brands Santos Swim and Kith + Kimono.
Epson Increases Speed, Efficiency With New SureColor Technology
Over the past few years, fashion manufacturers and brands have become increasingly focused on direct-to-consumer business. Epson America hopes to support this business model.
EDIT +: New Collection from Chief of The North Face Korea
Jean Sung, an executive director and chief marketing officer of The North Face Korea, recently introduced Fall 2020 styles for a separate brand, EDIT+, an emerging global ethical and sustainable fashion label for women and men.
Giannulli and Loughlin Sentenced in College-Bribery Scam
One chapter in the 2019 Operation Varsity Blues college-admissions bribery scandal was closed Aug. 21 when designer Mossimo Giannulli and Lori Loughlin, his actor wife, were sentenced for their involvement.
Levi's Says 'Vote' in Public Service Announcement
Denim giant Levi’s released a public service announcement urging voters in the United States to exercise their right to vote in the upcoming presidential election.
Nicholas Mayfield Helps LAMusArt Celebrate 75th Year by Donating Piece for Auction
Known for his illustration-style artwork, fashion design and furniture, designer Nicholas Mayfield uses his pieces in different categories to not only offer unique elements of style—he is also extending a helping hand to spread important messages. He is now working with the Los Angeles Music and Art School by donating one of his artistic works for an auction that will benefit the organization.
Liberty Fairs Unveils Virtual Trade Show
Liberty Fairs introduced its first virtual trade show on Aug. 17, co-produced with the Joor wholesale marketplace. The virtual trade show enjoyed more than 1,800 unique visits to its site, libertyfairs.com, on the first day of the show, said Edwina Kulego, the new Liberty Fairs vice president, who joined the trade-show producer in July.
Core Surf-and-Skate Retailers Saw Big Rally
Surf-and-skate retailers have been riding one of the few silver-lined waves for their businesses in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many team sports have been discouraged as public-health groups and government officials recommend safe practices to slow the spread. Gyms and fitness studios have been closed, but consumers looking for a new outlet have been discovering board sports, which don’t require being on a team or exercising indoors.
Hurley Family Unveils New Brand With Surf Star
John John Florence, a two-time world champion surfer, recently announced that he was starting a new brand called Florence Marine X. Scheduled to launch for Spring 2021, Florence Marine X will offer men’s apparel, board shorts, wet suits and other categories.
Designers & Agents Goes Virtual
Designers & Agents is the latest trade-show producer to announce that it will put together a virtual trade event.
