The NBA launched a gay pride T-shirt line; Would you spend $900 on ripped jeans?; Zara is extending it’s sizes to XXL; American Apparel has a “Make America Gay Again” campaign; and an Augmented Reality T-shirt exists: Here’s what’s happening this week in the apparel world…
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Q&A: Next Products’ Jeff Batson on Drinkware Trends
It’s easy to get lost in the world of drinkware, which is why you should get an expert’s opinion. We spoke to Jeff Batson, president of Next Products, Shelbyville, Ind., to learn what’s trending in drinkware, when high-end drinkware promotions work best and…
Read MoreThe Wrap: Museum to Spotlight the Plain White T-shirt, Students Sent Home For Wearing Haitian Flag Shirts
MOMA is launching an exhibit that will feature clothing from the last hundred years; Miami high school students were sent home for wearing Haitian flag shirts; J.C. Penney will focus less on apparel; a North Carolina school district wants to ban skinny jeans; and more people are renting clothes instead of buying: Here’s what’s happening this week in the apparel world…
Read More8 Ways to Wear Red, White and Blue on Memorial Day
The unofficial start of summer is here—Memorial Day. Whether you have a barbecue, parade or beach day planned, you’ll definitely want to sport U.S. flag apparel. Here are some products that can inspire you to show your U.S. pride and honor those who’ve died while serving our country…
Read MoreThe Wrap: Under Armour, Adidas Settle Lawsuit; Beyonce’s Ivy Park Accused of Using Sweatshop
Under Armour and Adidas settled a patent infringement lawsuit; Beyoncé’s activewear brand is accused of using a sweatshop ; the Tampa Bay Lightning has a dress code for their playoff games; 319 Bangladesh clothing factories are closing; and American Giant released possibly the greatest T-shirt ever: Here’s what’s happening this week in the apparel world…
Read More6 Apparel Pieces for Your Next Bike Ride
We ride bikes for many reasons—transportation, exercise, leisurely enjoyment. But no matter what the reason, we always end up feeling great after (even if we’re sweaty). May is National Bike Month, so we put together some apparel products we think any rider, new or…
Read MoreThe Wrap: Under Armour and Adidas settle an infringement Lawsuit, Beyonce is accused of using a sweatshop for her activewear brand
Here’s what’s happening this week in the apparel world … * Athletic wear companies Under Armour and Adidas have kissed and made up. Both retailers have reached a settlement in a patent infringement lawsuit regarding mobile fitness product patents, according to The Baltimore Sun. “Adidas AG, Under Armour Inc. and MapMyFitness Inc. have resolved their pending patent…
Read MoreOutfit of the Week: Company Picnic
With spring in full bloom and summer around the corner, our calendars are starting to fill up with outdoor activities. Annual company picnics are a great way for employees to interact outside of the office, but keeping it professional while being comfortable can be tricky. Looking polished and staying cool at a corporate picnic is the topic of this week’s…
Read MoreThe Wrap: Victoria’s Secret Cuts Swim Apparel, Nike Launches a Weather-adapting Jacket
Victoria’s Secret will no longer sell swimwear after 2016; Nike now has a jacket that adapts to the weather; the Philadelphia Flyers poked fun at themselves with a “Stay Classy” giveaway tee; Sports Authority scraps bankruptcy plans and will go to auction; and Hanesbrands Inc. announced how they did in the first quarter: Here’s what’s happening this week in the apparel world…
Read MoreCool to Care: 10 Personal Care Items for Any Occasion
In order to take care of others, people need to look out for No. 1 first. This is why personal care products—lip balm, lotion, candles—are a hit with end-users. Courteny Lanflisi, marketing coordinator for Ariel Premium Supply, St.…
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