Koio’s Footwear Collaboration With L.A. Sculptor
A lot of sneaker collaborations match the efforts of a fashion brand with a footwear brand or a pop-culture star with a shoe brand. Italian-made leather brand Koio recently collaborated with Bradley Duncan, a Los Angeles sculptor.
Curve Launches New Show for L.A.’s Intimates Businesses
Moving into a new space for 2020, Eurovet’s Curve trade show launched its Los Angeles edition Feb. 23–24 at the Westdrift Manhattan Beach hotel.
Sustainable Progress and Next Steps on the Table at Artisan Cloth’s Innovation Celebration
Sustainable fashion is on the rise, with brands increasingly describing their products as sustainable and market research stating that consumer interest is developing for sustainability. The Artisan Cloth Inc. showroom recently organized an event, Innovation Celebration 2020, where speakers discussed what was happening in sustainability behind the buzzwords and the hype.
Black Design Collective Announces Pyer Moss Founder Kerby Jean-Raymond as Honoree
Preparing to host its second annual Scholarship Gala on April 18, non-profit organization The Black Design Collective has announced that it will honor Pyer Moss founder and Reebok Studies Creative Director, Kerby Jean-Raymond during the event.
Pantone Keeps Pace With Industry Demand by Introducing New Colors, Digital Updates
Expanding on its existing portfolio, Carlstadt, N.J.-based color authority Pantone announced today that it introduced 315 new colors to its Pantone Fashion, Home + Interiors Color System, along with updated digital offerings to support the fresh products.
Levi’s Unveils Balloon Fit Line
The Levi’s brand released a new collection, called Balloon Fit, on March 2. Levi’s new women’s line features an exaggerated curve leg with a mix of fashion and Levi’s classic looks said Jill Guenza, Levi’s vice president of global women’s design.
Melissa Mercedes Debuts Satori
Designer Melissa Mercedes produced her first solo fashion presentation at Blnk East art gallery in Los Angeles’ hip Echo Park section on Feb. 29.
Independent Director Appointed to Deckers Board
Effective March 1, Juan R. Figuereo joined the Board of Directors for Goleta, Calif.-based Deckers Brands, parent company of footwear, apparel and accessories brands including UGG, Koolaburra, Hoka One, Teva and Sanuk.
Art Hearts Fashion’s N.Y. Edition Showcases California Designers
Artistic details dominated the runway during Art Hearts Fashion in New York as designers unveiled their prowess creating finery to reflect their visions for women’s formalwear, men’s suiting, casual pieces and everything in between.
New Group to Map Where Millions of Tons of Textile Waste Goes
A new sustainability initiative, Accelerating Circularity, announced that it is working with major apparel companies such as Gap Inc., Target Corp. and VF Corp. to chart ways to eliminate textile-industry waste and recycle it into new fibers and materials, according to a Feb. 25 announcement.
Misa Los Angeles Produces First Pop-up
After years of manufacturing contemporary dresses, skirts and tops in Los Angeles, the Misa Los Angeles label, produced its first pop-up shop in its hometown.
Guess? Goes for Another Round with J Balvin
Guess? has been working with Latin Grammy winner and music star J Balvin for a couple of years. In March, the vocalist and the fashion company will be releasing something new.
Skechers Teams Up With Goodyear Tires
This might be a new angle on the saying “where the rubber meets the road.”
VF Corp. Recognized as a Top Ethical Company
VF Corp., the Denver-headquartered parent company of Vans, The North Face, Dickies and Timberland, was named one of the world’s most ethical companies by Ethisphere.
