A Somber Ballet Reflection Brings ACB's "Death and the Maiden" to the CMC
EVENTS
Based on Franz Schubert's 19th-century work of the same name, the American Contemporary Ballet's "Death and the Maiden" opens this weekend with a somber reflection on life and death at the California Market Center.
Inspired by Central California, Catherine Gee Creates New Classics for Fall/Winter 2019
Classic California Cool
Remaining true to her Central California story, Catherine Gee unveiled her Fall/Winter 2019 campaign, which elevates the luxury brand to a new level through an expanded collection of pieces.
July L.A. Market Serves Buyers Filling In and Looking Toward 2020
L.A. Market Week
The July 28–31 market in Los Angeles attracted buyers placing orders for everything from Immediates to Fall 2019 fill-in pieces as well as those springing ahead to next year.
Fostering Collaboration for Sustainability at Texworld USA and Apparel Sourcing USA
Trade Shows
At the Javits Center in New York City, event producer Messe Frankfurt held its summer 2019 edition of Texworld USA and Apparel Sourcing USA July 22–24 with a large push toward sustainability.
Textile Shows in NYC Attract Business With Sustainable Options
Trade Shows
From July 16 through 25, New York City was home base for an array of different textile shows. During these summer events, attendees showed consistent interest in materials that can support a sustainable business.
An Intimate Gathering Sets the Mood for Catherine Gee Fall/Winter 2019 Unveiling
EVENTS
Known for her luxurious, yet laid-back Santa Barbara, Calif., approach to fashion, Catherine Gee showcased new designs in rich fabrics and colorful styles.
HSBC Bank and AllBright Provide a Platform for Women-led Businesses on Pitch Day
EVENTS
As professional women's leadership club, AllBright, prepares to open its West Hollywood, Calif., location on Melrose, it joined forces with HSBC Bank to host a Pitch Day to provide opportunities for female entrepreneurs to connect and collaborate.
An Intimate Trade-Show Setting Spells Success for Preface New York
Trade Shows
In its third edition, hosted at Studio Arte in New York City’s garment district July 17–18, Preface NYC created a relaxed atmosphere in which attendees and exhibitors could network, conduct business and learn.
How are brands investing in crucial digital tools and traditional methods to reach customers?
Finance
During the struggle to secure a dwindling sense of brand loyalty among Millennial and Generation Z consumers, brands must devise a comprehensive strategy to tell their stories.
Sustainable Apparel Coalition Makes New Executive Appointment
SAC’s New Hire
The board of San Francisco’s Sustainable Apparel Coalition has appointed Amina Razvi to the role of executive director.
Anne Fontaine Launches San Francisco Location
RETAIL
Luxury women's brand Anne Fontaine opened its San Francisco location recently, giving the label a foundation in the city.
Miami Swim Week 2019 Offers Fresh Takes on Swimwear—and Everything Else
Miami Swim Week
As designers, brands, buyers and influencers descended upon south Florida for Miami Swim Week, there was much competition for business on the trade-event circuit plus newcomers making it to the runway.
Swim Week’s Swim the Globe Gains a Sustainable Component
Sustainability
During its third installment, Swim the Globe, which was held at the Sagamore South Beach July 11–14, hosted an eco-friendly component during Miami Swim Week.
Gerber Technology Announces New Executive Appointments
Technology
Moving forward with a more customer-centric strategy as it continues to build its position as a leader in innovative integrated technologies and services, Tolland, Conn.’s Gerber Technology announced the promotion and hire of new executives.
Farm Rio Launches L.A. Presence With Pop-up Shop at Westfield Century City
RETAIL
Expanding to the West Coast of the United States for the first time, Brazilian brand Farm Rio launched a summer pop-up shop at Westfield Century City.
E-commerce Brands Find Value in a Jump to Bricks-and-Mortar Locations
Retail
The move into bricks-and-mortar is becoming a sign of growth for smaller e-commerce brands such as Santa Barbara, Calif.–headquartered Catherine Gee, a womenswear brand that on July 1 launched a boutique shop located next to The Mill on the city’s burgeoning East Haley Street.
Alkhemist Grows L.A. Apparel Industry and Cultivates Cannabis at its Center
Denim
With his sights set on the future of using hemp in a variety of goods, James Jeans founder James Chung unveiled one of the first fully licensed and legal cannabis-cultivation facilities in Los Angeles, which he is opening with college friend Conrad Yun.
ITL Commits to Social Responsibility Through Partnership With Surfer Shaun Tomson
Manufacturing
London-headquartered Intelligent Label Solutions and world-champion surfer Shaun Tomson have embarked on a common mission of goodwill. Through a new initiative, they hope to increase the quality of education and support communities around the world.
F.A.K.E. Uses Museum Space to Reveal Beauty in Vegan Art and Fashion
EVENTS
To promote vegan fashion, Arsayo co-founder Jonathan Ohayon, followed up his May F.A.K.E. pop-up events by opening the F.A.K.E. Museum exhibition on Melrose Avenue to showcase cruelty-free apparel, art and beauty options.
Orta’s Sustainability Formula Blends Biology, Design and Technology
Textiles
Istanbul textile manufacturer Orta Anadolu is on a mission toward greater sustainable denim manufacturing, inviting industry leaders to hear about how the company is contributing to a more ecologically sound denim supply chain.
Hyosung Introduces Creora ActiFit Spandex With a Focus on Fashion and Function
Textiles
Addressing the demand for textiles that meet the needs of endurance-sports enthusiasts, Seoul, South Korea–headquartered Hyosung recently introduced its latest offering in high-performance fabric.
Calik Denim Increases Accessibility Through New Mobile Application
Textiles
Easing the customer experience through fresh technology, Instanbul’s Calik Denim introduced a new mobile application that allows users to remain current with the latest industry trends and match them with the company’s products.
On the Eve of Its 20th Anniversary, L*Space Remains at the Forefront of Swimwear
L*Space Nears 20 Years
Growing up in eastern Ohio, L*Space founder and Creative Director Monica Wise realized the change of seasons wasn’t an enjoyable shift when the region went from sticky summer days into long wintry nights. Developing a fascination with swimwear during family trips to Florida, Wise was happiest when visiting the Sunshine State.
Modaris V8R2 by Lectra Features Tools to Increase Patternmaking Efficiency
Technology
Building upon its modeling solutions for apparel manufacturers, Paris-headquartered information-technology and digital-solutions firm Lectra announced the launch of Modaris V8R2, bringing the latest advancements in digital patternmaking, grading and prototyping 2-D/3-D solutions to the industry.
Fashion Market Northern California Nurtures a Buyer-Friendly Vibe
Buyer-Friendly FMNC
The recent Fashion Market Northern California saw a crowd of buyers ready to place orders for Holiday, Resort and Immediates. Many seasoned retailers were excited to see familiar brands, while show organizers worked to maintain an atmosphere allowing buyers to have fun while working to stock their shops.
Marine Layer Takes a Stand with Pride Collection and Summer Re-Spun Line
MANUFACTURING
June has been a busy month for San Francisco's Marine Layer, which launched its second recycled line on June 17 and has supported Pride Month with its limited-edition Giving Tees.
June L.A. Market Sees Serious Buyers Placing Orders, Many for Immediates
Trade Shows
Organized to showcase Fall II and Holiday, L.A. Market Week saw local retailers and those who headed to Los Angeles from out of state to see their trusted showroom partners. Many buyers wanted to enjoy the intimate atmosphere of working with representatives they know.
Dallas Market Center to Launch Total Lifestyle Market Starting June 2020
Trade Shows
To accommodate the changing retail landscape, the Dallas Market Center will transform its summer markets into a total-lifestyle marketplace.
Hyfve Hosts "A Fashion Remix" for Remixmess at CMC During L.A. Market
FASHION
Introducing new misses-contemporary line Remixmess, Los Angeles apparel manufacturer Hyfive produced "A Fashion Remix," a runway show in the L.A. Market Week lobby lounge within the California Market Center.
ACB Presents "Variations on Raymonda" With Fashionable Touches
EVENTS
With a new home at the California Market Center in downtown Los Angeles, the American Contemporary Ballet has transformed elements from the 19th-century ballet "Raymonda" through modern details of costume making.
Gap Inc. Announces Water-Saving Initiative With Textile Supplier
Manufacturing
Moving closer to the sustainable goals it set in 2018, Gap Inc. announced a new water-saving initiative with its sourcing partner Arvind Limited.
Record-breaking San Francisco Heat Slows First-Day Traffic at CALA
CALA San Francisco
For several years now, the nearly 100-year-old Fort Mason Center on the San Francisco waterfront has been the idyllic location for the Bay Area edition of CALA, which was held June 11–12.
New President Hired to Lead 7 For All Mankind
Manufacturing
The parent company of 7 For All Mankind has hired Suzanne Silverstein to be president of the premium-denim brand.
Integrating AI Into the Shopping Experience Isn’t One Size Fits All
Technology
Much of the technology buzz over the last few years has surrounded artificial intelligence, or AI. As some brands and retailers wonder how to implement the tools that fall under the AI umbrella, they are up against competitors already leveraging these technologies.
Free People Opens Stand-alone Location in Malibu
RETAIL
As a brand that aligns with free-spirited, adventurous women, Free People entered the perfect retail space when it opened its first stand-alone Malibu location to embrace a town that inspires a carefree lifestyle.
Poshmark Goes Home
TECHNOLOGY
Social-commerce company Poshmark has moved beyond apparel sales by launching its home business.
Saint Laurent Creates Rocker's Paradise in Malibu for Men's SS20 Show
FASHION
Evoking early mornings spent during twilight in the sand following rock-star nights of the 1970s, Saint Laurent's Men's Spring/Summer 2020 show was set in the sand at Malibu's Paradise Cove.
FIDM and Uniqlo at The Bloc Partner for Recycled Fashion in DTLA
FASHION
Promoting recycled fashion in downtown Los Angeles, Uniqlo at The Bloc partnered with the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising to create student-designed collections to promote sustainable apparel design and production.
Tinctorium’s Natural Indigo Dye Receives Help From the Godfather of Denim
Tinctorium’s Eco Indigo
Michelle Zhu and Tammy Hsu, co-founders of San Francisco–based Tinctorium, are entering the apparel supply chain with a revolutionary natural product projected to transform sustainable indigo-dyeing methods in denim manufacturing.
Following New Board Hires, The RealReal Files for an IPO
Finance
Luxury reseller The RealReal filed documents with the Securities and Exchange Commission to prepare for an initial public offering.
Boutique Hub and Atlanta Apparel Partner on Boutique Summit in Georgia
Trade Shows
Atlanta Apparel, the producer of the largest apparel trade show in the United States’ Southeast region, is partnering with The Boutique Hub, the digital-media company in Chippewa Falls, Wis., that helps boutique retailers cultivate their businesses.
White House Announces Termination of India’s GSP Status
Import/Export
Following the White House’s removal of Turkey from the countries eligible for GSP (Generalized System of Preferences) status last month, the Trump administration declared that India has been deemed ineligible for continued inclusion as a beneficiary under the duty-free trade program.
Obituary: Carolyn Ajavananda, Designer at Maggie Barry
News
Following a long illness, Carolyn Ajavananda, a designer at Maggie Barry Company, passed away on June 3 after succumbing to complications from a stroke. She was 55.
Reef Unveils First Pride Collection to Support LGBTQ Community
FASHION
To commemorate June Pride Month, honoring the LGBTQ community, beach-and-surf footwear brand Reef launched its first Pride Collection, which will benefit PFLAG National.
Social-media Influencers Are the Drivers Behind Revolve Sales and Growth
Finance
Revolve, the online retailer planning to go public soon with an IPO, said in recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission that its revenues in 2018 were $498.7 million, up from nearly $400 million the previous year.
Exclusion of Turkey and India from GSP Could Bring New Sourcing Problems
New Tariffs
A great deal of attention has been paid to the issues surrounding the Trump administration’s move to impose up to an additional 25 percent higher tariff on certain goods entering the United States from China.
Hurley x Carhartt Releases Summer Collection
FASHION
Following the launch of their first Outwork The Water collaboration in February, surf brand Hurley and workwear label Carhartt released the Summer 2019 Hurley x Carhartt collection.
Gray Malin Celebrates Summer Style with Splendid Collaboration and Book Launch
FASHION
Ahead of the official start of Summer 2019, West Hollywood, Calif., photographer Gray Malin collaborated on a collection of clothing with Los Angeles brand Splendid and launched his latest book of beach images.
L.A. Premium Denim and Twill Supplier Artisan Cloth Opens New NYC Showroom
Manufacturing
Home to premium denim and twill textiles such as Kurabo and HW Textiles, Los Angeles–based supplier Artisan Cloth is expanding its presence in New York City.
Sustainability and Secure Trade: Guatemala Provides Supply-Chain Solutions for the Americas
Apparel Sourcing
As a country that benefits from the Dominican Republic–Central American Free Trade Agreement, Guatemala is preparing to see an increase in business from United States apparel brands that might need to shift sourcing partnerships away from China.
