S&S Activewear, Bolingbrook, Ill., a leading national distributor of imprintable sportswear, released its 2010 catalog—the biggest ever at 484 pages. New brands for 2010 are Champion, Timberland and ML Kishigo. Other highlights this year include expanded shipping zones and a new company Web site.
Read MoreWhy New Moon’s Kellan Lutz Loves Winter Fashion (Cosmopolitan)
Nothing whispers c’mere baby like sweet, soft clothes designed for cuddling on cool winter nights. Featherweight fabrics, oversize knits, and seductive glimpses of skin create a look no man can resist, not even New Moon hunk Kellan Lutz.
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S&S Activewear–Stormtech Ladies’ 3-in-1 Atlantis H2XTREME Waterproof System Jacket–XT-2W
The Stormtech Ladies’ 3-in-1 Atlantis H2XTREME Waterproof System Jacket – XT-2W from S&S Activewear is breathable and waterproof. Its 100 percent polyester dobby ladies’ outershell has Stormtech’s H2XTREME performance capabilities. It has a black two-ply bonded, micro polyester fleece zip-in/zip-out lining with a relaxed-fit waistband. It also features a removable, adjustable hood, laser-cut and bonded pockets with waterproof zippers, a transparent identification pass pocket on left sleeve and an inside MP3 player pocket.
A Port in a Storm
Charles River Apparel–Nor’easter Jacket
The Nor’easter jacket by Charles River Apparel is waterproof, windproof and the breathable high-tech HydraLyte Nylon outer has subtle dobby texture. It is lined with graphite mesh and taffeta nylon. The special hi-tech HydraLyte Nylon fabric allows excess heat to escape while keeping wind and rain out. The coat also has taped seams for complete waterproofing, reflective piping and a mesh-lined hood.
Read MoreNot Just a Pop Star (Fashionista.com)
We know, we know, some of you are moving to a point of Gaga saturation. Some of us, however, are not—especially when she keeps doing cool projects in the world of fashion.
The Lady is the latest guest to curate a collection for Not Just A Label. You can now buy some of the one of kind pieces she’s worn—from the “Paparazzi” eye patch by AND_i to an Ascione cape that Gaga first spotted when she was in the Dazed & Confused offices.
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Read MoreSanMar to Debut Collection 2010 Catalog
SanMar Corporation, Seattle, a leading supplier of imprintable apparel and accessories, will soon debut its Collection 2010 catalog. With an offering of the leading brands in the promotional industry, this SanMar-exclusive catalog offers products from Nike Golf, Columbia Sportswear, OGIO, New Era and Red House.
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Bodek and Rhodes–Adult Ultraclub Adventure 3-in-1 Systems Jacket-Ultraclub
Get out and stay out in comfort with the Adult Ultraclub Adventure 3-in-1 System Jacket from Bodek and Rhodes. The waist-cut length jacket has a hideaway hood, elasticized cuffs with Velcro closure and the inner fleece jacket snaps easily in place at collar and cuffs. The jackets open-bottom waist adds comfort and increases the freedom of movement.
Three is Better than One
Dunbrooke–Three-In-One System Jacket-Teton
The Three-in-One System Jacket-Teton by Dunbrooke has a wind- and water-resistant Softel nylon shell, polyester mesh-lined outer jacket with nylon-lined sleeves. The nylon shell jacket has three zippered outside pockets and a draw cord bottom hem. The nylon-lined hood is completely detachable and the eight ounce, anti-pill polyester microfleece liner can be zipped out and worn alone. The inside microfleece jacket has side-seam hand pockets, a cell phone pocket and a PDA pocket.
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SanMar–Port Authority Signature Waterproof Adventure Jacket
Don’t let rain, sleet or snow hold you back from any adventure. The Port Authority Signature Waterproof Adventure Jacket from SanMar. The jacket has an 100 percent M-Tek nylon shell with sealed seams for excellent waterproof protection. The coat is rounded out with zip and snap storm flap, a hidden hood and slash pockets with protective flaps and zippered closures,
Read More70-Something Designers Have A Hard Time Letting Go (Huffingtonpost.com)
As designers become more and more established in the fashion industry, crafting creations for the catwalk might become second nature, but real life off the runway still takes its toll–in the form of old age. Giorgio Armani, Ralph Lauren, Karl Lagerfeld and Oscar de la Renta are a few of the famous faces that are growing older and questions are already being asked about who will succeed them in their positions.
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