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collection to hit Milanoo store by Gossip Girl
Dec 31st
Milanoo, a China based online fashion spot with a wide range of fashion collections, brings new and unique fashion items from Gossip Girl, following the latest styles of the hottest US TV series. The accessories and clothes of Serena van der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf are duplicated in Milanoo Gossip More >
Canada Canada Goose attracts customers at home & abroad
Nov 28th
Dani Reiss, President and Chief Executive Officer of Canada Goose Inc. — an iconic, high-quality, “made in Canada” outerwear manufacturer — is this year’s National Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year winner.
“What better way to celebrate Canadian entrepreneurship than by honouring someone who’s built his company around a More >
India Apparel training centre in Odisha obtains ISO certification
Nov 28th
Vikash Training Centre, an apparel training centre in Hinjilicut Block of Ganjam district in east Indian State of Odisha (earlier Orissa), has obtained ISO 9001:2008 certification from the International Organisation for Standardisation.
The centre has been set up by IL&FS Cluster Development Initiative Limited, while drawing support from Ministry of More >
United States of America Yeoman Organics, the San Francisco organic clothing company joins Fair Labor Association
Nov 28th
Yeoman Organics, the San Francisco organic clothing company that makes t-shirts from organic cotton in downtown San Francisco, has become the latest esteemed member of Fair Labor Association (FLA) in the Bay Area. FLA membership ensures adherence to their Workplace Code of Conduct—considered the gold standard by many international labor More >
United States of America Gap’s franchise sales up; ready for Holiday
Nov 28th
Gap Inc. reported that net sales for the third quarter of fiscal year 2011, which ended October 29, 2011, decreased 2 percent to $3.59 billion compared with $3.65 billion for the third quarter last year. Net income was $193 million compared with $303 million for the third quarter last year. More >
Italy Vist & Bailo form Officina Italiana to focus on sportswear
Nov 28th
“Officina Italiana”, a new group, formed by the aggregation and development of Bailo SpA and Vist Srl, two internationally successful companies in Trentino Alto Adige, was presented in Trento.
Bailo is a historical brand representing the tradition and experience of a company that has constantly improved comfort and wellness in More >
New Zealand Kidswear retailer Pumpkin Patch to continue cost-cutting
Nov 28th
New Zealand-based childrenswear retailer Pumpkin Patch would continue with its cost-cutting exercise, by shutting down its underperforming outlets, in view of the prevailing difficult trade conditions.
Last year, the company lost US$ 1.8 million as it closed all its US outlets and tried to revive its ailing UK business. The More >
Sweden Hampton Republic 27 offers smart & colourful American fashion
Nov 28th
Hampton Republic 27 launches new collection. The season will launch with neutrals such as beige and khaki, featuring in the collection’s trousers and outer garments. These will be mixed with multiple shades of blue, ranging from indigo to Klein blue and pale blue, bringing to mind lazy summer days on More >
Hong Kong Gap opens first flagship store in Hong Kong
Nov 28th
Gap Inc announced the launch of its first flagship store in Hong Kong. The store will be Gap’s ninth in the Greater China region as the company continues to expand the international reach of its brands through its franchise, online and company-operated channels.
The new store spans more than 15,000 More >
Austria Gerry Weber acquires bankrupt DON GIL Textilhandel
Nov 28th
Takeover of lease rights from bankrupt “DON GIL” Textilhandel GmbH marks the next step in the ongoing international expansion of GERRY WEBER.
Up to this date, the Retail segment of GERRY WEBER has operated 23 own HOUSES OF GERRY WEBER in Austria. After the conclusion of the bidding procedure, Managing More >
Hong Kong Order value growth flat in Q2 trade fair – Li Ning
Nov 28th
Li Ning Company Limited, one of the leading sports brand enterprises in China, announces the conclusion of LI-NING Brand Products Trade Fair for the second quarter of the financial year 2012. The order value growth was flat on a year-on-year basis.
As for apparel products, both the average retail selling More >
India Daniel Hechter to open 10 retail outlets in India by 2012-end
Nov 28th
French life-style brand Daniel Hechter plans to open 10 exclusive brand outlets (EBOs) in India by the end of 2012, some of which would also showcase Parisian fashion directly imported from Europe. As part of its retail expansion, the brand will also increase its retail presence in 10 more shop-in-shop More >
UK JD Sports anticipates tough Christmas trading period
Nov 28th
JD Sports Fashion Plc the leading retailer and distributor of sport and athletic inspired fashion apparel, footwear and young fashion, releases the following Interim Management Statement for the period to 19 November 2011.
In the announcement of the Group’s interim results for the 26 week period to 30 July 2011 More >
Japan First global framework agreement signed by Mizuno
Nov 28th
A global framework agreement was signed by Mizuno, a Japanese multinational company, and the International Textile, Garment and Leather Workers Federation (ITGLWF) Japanese affiliate, UI ZENSEN.
Mizuno Corporation is headquartered in Osaka and Tokyo and employs 1,983 workers in Japan. The company produces goods at their factories in UK, USA, More >
United States of America Wet Seal’s new Blink store to feature fashion denim & apparel
Nov 28th
BLINK, a young women’s denim-focused store, owned and operated by The Wet Seal Inc., will join the collection of shopping and entertainment destinations located in Downtown Disney West Side at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. BLINK features the latest trends in denim and fashion tops, More >
UK Blacks Leisure experiencing lower than expected sales
Nov 28th
Blacks Leisure, the UK’s leading retailer of outdoor specialist clothing, footwear and equipment, issues the following trading update.
The Group reported in its interim results for the 26 weeks ended 27 August 2011 that it continued to experience challenging trading conditions in a tough economic environment. In line with many More >
Indian apparel brand BIBA unveils new outlet in Agra
Nov 28th
Indian apparel brand BIBA has opened a new store featuring the Autumn/Winter collection in Agra. The brand has already been operating an outlet in Agra city for the past four years and this is the second flagship outlet of the brand in the city.
The outlet spread on an area More >
Asia Red carpet logistics’ brings Glamour to Asian fashion sector
Nov 28th
The global logistics service provider Logwin AG is now offering a special product for the fashion sector in Asia – its “red carpet logistics”. The first step in its introduction throughout Asia was taken in Shah Alam, Malaysia, where Logwin opened a warehouse specially dedicated to the requirements of exclusive More >
UAE Landmark International, a subsidiary of Landmark Group, to launch Lipsy outlets in Middle East
Nov 28th
Landmark International, a subsidiary of Landmark Group, has inked a multi-territory deal with British fashion label Lipsy to launch the brand in some of the major Middle East markets such as Qatar, Bahrain, UAE and Lebanon.
As per the deal, it is proposed to launch the first Lipsy outlets in More >
India opens gates for global apparel retailers
Nov 28th
After nearly sixteen years of dilly-dallying, India’s Cabinet has finally decided to allow the entry of global apparel retailers and supermarket giants into the country.
The Cabinet has approved 100 percent foreign direct investment (FDI) in single-brand retail which will encourage foreign apparel retailers like Gap and H&M to set More >
France Marks and Spencer is back with Champs-Elysées store
Nov 28th
Marks & Spencer has announced its new flagship store at 100 Avenue des Champs-élysées in Paris.Marks & Spencer Chief Executive, Marc Bolland, joined by international supermodel Rosie Huntington-Whiteley to officially mark the retailer’s return to France.
Trading over three floors, the 1,400 square metre store is part of M&S’ ‘bricks More >
China Key strategy for Mode Shanghai 2012
Nov 28th
The organizer of Mode Shanghai organized a Press Conference at Oriental Riverside Hotel in shanghai, China, inviting local and regional journalists in fashion, as well some leading fashion brands, and announced its key strategy and overall frames for the next edition which will be held on March 13-15, 2012, in More >
UK Katherine Jenkins chooses Wildfox for Impromptu concert
Nov 28th
Katherine Jenkins chose her festive Wildfox ‘Seeing Stars’ knit jumper for her impromptu free ‘concert’ in Leicester Square tube station.
Wildfox Couture, the American vintage inspired women’s knitwear brand introduced its ‘White Label’ sweater collection for Winter 2011. The ‘White Label’ knit is an angora, viscose, nylon blend, and resembles More >
Sweden Johan Åberg starts as CEO of Kappahl
Nov 28th
KappAhl is very pleased that Johan will join us and that he can start now. With his vast experience and competence he will bring a lot, says Christian W. Jansson, President and CEO of KappAhl.
Johan Åberg is 50 years old, has studied in the U.S.A. and has a degree More >
Canada Wordans launches online ordering system for screen printed clothing
Nov 28th
Wordans, the online retailer of custom apparel and printed products launched their online ordering system for screen printed clothing. The application allows visitors of the website to upload, create and layout their graphics, logos or text and preview the garment.
“Screen printing on garments, or silk screening, has traditionally required More >
UK UK’s Argos partners Emma Bunton for kidswear range
Nov 24th
UK’s Argos, a multi-channel retailer of general merchandise and home products, has announced its collaboration with Emma Bunton, former singer of Spice Girls, who would design a baby and kidswear collection for the retailer’s recently launched clothing category.
The tie up is first of its kind both for the retailer More >
Peru GSEA Fashion Group opens apparel factory doors
Nov 24th
Young entrepreneur Anthony Rosa is building a fashion empire on the tip of a Peruvian janitor. Rosa, the president and CEO of Global Sourcing & Enterprise Apparel (GSEA) Fashion Group, LLC, had spent six years in China learning the apparel manufacturing industry inside and out, and by 2007 he was More >
India Nihal Fashions sets trends in Indian traditional & ethnic wear
Nov 24th
Nihal Fashions are the trendsetter in the field of traditional and ethnic wear. They parade the Indian Traditional Style and blend it with ethnic version on trendy fabric. They are committed towards bringing out the finest traditional garments.
Their incomparable product line includes men’s sherwani and kurta pajama, salwar kameez, More >
USA Ross Stores generates outstanding performance
Nov 24th
Ross Stores Inc. reported earnings per share for the 13 weeks ended October 29, 2011 of $1.26, up from $1.02 for the 13 weeks ended October 30, 2010. These results reflect a 24% increase on top of 21% and 91% gains in the third quarters of 2010 and 2009, respectively. More >
UK NEXT’s winter childrenswear collection
Nov 24th
British lifestyle brand Next have launched all new childrenswear winter lines to their already well-liked AW 2011 collection. Perfect for newborns, toddlers and boys and girls up to 16, the new additions are set to keep children warm whilst staying cool and stylish, without the designer price tag.
With almost More >
Switzerland 2012/2013 Legwear Trends Collection by INVISTA
Nov 24th
INVISTA, one of the world’s largest integrated producers of polymers and fibres, and owner of the LYCRA fibre brand, presents its 2012/2013 legwear trends collection, focusing on the way consumers are using accessories to give their look a strong personal signature by complementing their outfits with creative and inventive hosiery More >
UK Next winter style for men
Nov 24th
Fashion retailer Next have completed their AW11 collection with the latest winter additions to men’s clothing, shoes and outerwear. From luxury knitwear to ski accessories, the new arrivals encompass effortless style teamed with great quality and value for money.
With the popular range of autumnal menswear already being enjoyed by More >
Austria Trend Fashion Textil attending Performance Days
Nov 24th
From first layer to outer layer, Trend Fashion Textil will be presenting an array of innovative products and technologies at the November 2011 Performance Days road show. The company has recently invested in ultrasound technologies opening up new options for seamless apparel design.
Trend Fashion Textil, based in Götzis, Austria, More >
USA Hampshire: net sales up in Q3
Nov 24th
Hampshire Group, Limited announced its results for the three and nine months ended October 1, 2011 and filed its quarterly report on Form 10-Q.
Commenting on the quarter, Heath L. Golden, President and CEO of Hampshire Group, stated, “We marked a key milestone in the new strategic direction of the More >
