Johnny Was Updates Its Bohemian Roots Through a Colorful Rhapsody of Optimism

Johnny Was Updates Its Bohemian Roots Through a Colorful Rhapsody of Optimism

Inspired by a return to enriching life experiences, Johnny Was held on to its colorful bohemian roots while taking an innovative approach to activewear.

THREADS for Meaningful Change in 2023 and Beyond

THREADS for Meaningful Change in 2023 and Beyond

2022 saw an unprecedented level of policymaking that affected, and often targeted, the apparel and footwear industry. 2023 is shaping up to be an even busier year.

Dallas Apparel & Accessories Hosts Largest Market in Its History

Dallas Apparel & Accessories Hosts Largest Market in Its History

They say everything is bigger in Texas, and that was certainly the case at the Dallas Apparel & Accessories Market, which ran Jan. 10–13. The 5 million–square–foot World Trade Center broke all records with the expansion of exhibitors and the addition of The Goods by Brand Assembly.

At Shrine of Hollywood, Everybody Is a Rock Star

At Shrine of Hollywood, Everybody Is a Rock Star

Perhaps nowhere more than in the rock star do life and art blend so harmoniously—with amps turned up to 10, of course.

As Manufacturers, Retailers, Consumers Enter With Caution, What Will 2023 Bring?

As Manufacturers, Retailers, Consumers Enter With Caution, What Will 2023 Bring?

With lackluster holiday 2022 sales signaling a slowdown in consumer spending on goods, what new challenges can the apparel industry expect, and how can businesses in this sector navigate the resulting economic hurdles?

Chensvold Joins California Apparel News as Associate Editor

Chensvold Joins California Apparel News as Associate Editor

Christian Chensvold has taken the position of associate editor at the California Apparel News after 20 years contributing to the paper in roles ranging from retail editor to lead special-sections writer.

L.A. Market Rings In 2023 With New Lines and Innovation

L.A. Market Rings In 2023 With New Lines and Innovation

Art and fashion converged at Los Angeles Market Week with a burst of creativity Jan. 15–19. The creative energy uplifted spirits, and the mood was positive and buyers motivated as they prowled the market’s primary venues. Here are some highlights of the buzz-generating brands.

It’s Not Easy Being Green: Transparency Within the Textile, Apparel Industry

It’s Not Easy Being Green: Transparency Within the Textile, Apparel Industry

With sustainable messaging ubiquitous within the apparel industry, what actions can companies take to relay a true commitment to ecological responsibility?

Inside the Industry

Inside the Industry

Timothy Snell Shares Details of Whitney Houston’s Ascent to Fashion Icon

Timothy Snell Shares Details of Whitney Houston’s Ascent to Fashion Icon

Following an intimate screening of the Whitney Houston biopic, “I Wanna Dance With Somebody,” the artist’s former stylist, Timothy Snell, shared fond memories of the icon. Black Design Collective co-founder Kevan Hall sat with Snell to discuss Houston’s style preferences and the secrets behind her fashion choices.

IndigoLast Takes Its Place Alongside NYDJ’s Other Eco-Friendly Collections

IndigoLast Takes Its Place Alongside NYDJ’s Other Eco-Friendly Collections

NYDJ—formerly known as Not Your Daughter’s Jeans—has unveiled a new eco-friendly wash called IndigoLast that will take its place alongside the brand’s BlackLast and BlueLast eco-friendly collections.

EBW Signs Up With Manhattan Associates to Transform Its Retail Experience

EBW Signs Up With Manhattan Associates to Transform Its Retail Experience

Everything But Water, the largest women’s specialty-swim and resort brand, announced it has deployed Manhattan Associates’Manhattan Active Omni solution as part of its full-scale digital-retail-transformation project across its 85 U.S. locations.

Chanel West Coast Launches Eco-Friendly, Body-Positive Swim Collection

Chanel West Coast Launches Eco-Friendly, Body-Positive Swim Collection

Coasty Swim has made its debut with a capsule collection consisting of three bikinis and an “ocean breeze” skirt hailed as the perfect coverup. The bikinis are priced at $130 per suit, and tops and bottoms can be purchased individually for $65.

ID Supply, Kane Brown Team Up on Affordable Rue21 Line

ID Supply, Kane Brown Team Up on Affordable Rue21 Line

ID Supply, in partnership with Futureshirts, has launched a collaboration with country singer Kane Brown.

Republic Business Credit Acquired by Renasant Bank

Republic Business Credit Acquired by Renasant Bank

Renasant Bank closed 2022 with the announcement that it has acquired Republic Business Credit, formally known as Continental Republic Capital, in an all-cash transaction.