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S&S Activewear Adds Alternative Apparel

S&S Activewear, the apparel supplier from Bolingbrook, Ill., announced the addition of lifestyle clothing brand Alternative Apparel to its extensive line of imprintable apparel and accessories. Alternative Apparel is well known in the retail arena for their edgy basics with one-of-a-kind washes and signature vintage softness.

Wasted Opportunity?

July 31, 2012May 8, 2024 Elise Hacking Carr

Garbage frontwoman Shirley Manson’s eclectic looks lead to the question: Is there room for fun in promotional apparel campaigns?

Young Men’s Fashion Takes Multiple Directions

July 10, 2012May 8, 2024 Elise Hacking Carr

How are boy bands influencing young men’s fashion? Forget about thought-provoking lyrics, One Direction is bringing the fashion heat.

Neon Apparel versus DJ Paris Hilton

June 26, 2012May 8, 2024 Elise Hacking Carr

When I’m out of ideas, I have an old stand-by I like to write about—I’m talking pre-Kardashian family. I’m not a fan of guessing games, so I’ll tell you straight up: it’s like Paris Hilton, duh. Unfortunately, my material is not “Be Dazzled” appropriate, but being that it’s mid-2012, you’ve probably heard it all anyway.

I love almost everything about the ‘80s. I was born in 1980. I love new wave and synthpop. I’m obligated to love movies like “Adventures in Babysitting,” “Howard the Duck” and “Dirty Dancing.” And, while I still have a genuine love for jellies (in every glitter-infused color), I suppose I also have to defend other staples of ‘80s fashion.

God Save the Hat!

June 7, 2012May 8, 2024 Elise Hacking Carr

I hope everyone who attended PROMOTIONS EAST 2012 had a great time. From educational seminars and an up-close look at the latest in promotional products to fashion shows (Fashion-EAST-a) and “after-dark” networking events at the hottest clubs, how could you not?