Monthly Archives: October 2011

Fashion Designer contest for STUDENTS

Adrianna Papell for E! Live from the Red Carpet, exclusive retail partner Lord & Taylor and E! are in search of the next great American fashion designer! The brand is now accepting submissions from students nationwide for a winning red … Continue reading

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Halloween Costumes at Wholesale Prices for Consumers

Entrepreneur Steve Mandell (founder of Party City), who once changed the party retail market, by bringing 50% off pricing on licensed party supplies, is doing it again, and this time he’s revolutionized the costume industry by offering wholesale pricing to … Continue reading

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PANDORA Jewelry Pieces Offer Distinctive Styling Options

Nostalgic rock is the theme of PANDORA’s Autumn/Winter 2011 collection, with a diverse and exciting range of jewelry pieces, forms and finishes. The design of the collection evokes the raw elegance of rock in many ways, and among the lovely … Continue reading

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The Men of Rachel Zoe Speak

The Men of Rachel Zoe Speak : Style is Personal but Taste Isnâtâ “The Rachel Zoe Project” consistently showcases why Rachel Zoe is the top celebrity stylist in Hollywood. Just as the trends in fashion change, so does Team Zoe. … Continue reading

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Looking for Designer Duds on a Budget

Looking for Designer Duds on a Budget? The “Fashion Hunters” Know the Secret! Who doesn’t love a great bargain, especially when it comes to those sought-after designer duds? Bravo’s new reality series “Fashion Hunters” follows four fashionistas of the Second … Continue reading

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Liz Claiborne Appears to Feel Some Pain

Ouch, the pain of it all.  Liz Claiborne Inc., selling the “Liz Claiborne” brand.  What hurts more then this… If you wish to discuss this issue, please join in the discussion regarding How is Liz Claiborne Inc Doing Financially?

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Setorii Spring/Resort 2012 Collection Launches in Style : EM & Co Boutique Hosts a Star-Studded Fashion Show

On Thursday, October 6, 2011, L.A. Designer Setorii launched her Spring/Resort 2012 collection in high style at EM & Co, with an exclusive red-carpet reception and fashion show benefitting Fashion Delivers, attended by numerous celebrities and famous friends, including Bai … Continue reading

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Taiwan to Resume Duty Refunds to Boost Exports

In an October 6th, 2011 article on MarketWatch, they reported, “Taiwan’s government will resume and expand its duty refund program for imported items to seven local industries to help increase Taiwanese exporters’ competitiveness amid global economic uncertainties, the government said Thursday. … Continue reading

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Knitwear Exports May Fall on Dyeing Unit Closures

According to a recent article in the India Times, “Tirupur Exporters Association said Knitwear exports from Tirupur are likely to decline by Rs 5,000 crore at Rs 12,000 crore due to the closure of dyeing and bleaching units following zero … Continue reading

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Sandblasting Jeans Possible Danger to Workers in Bangladesh

According to France24.com, sandblasting has long been banned in Europe and the United States, but Bangladesh’s cheap-labour garment factories still use it to condition jeans for top western brands. Gucci, Levi’s, H&M and Gap have all vowed to stop selling … Continue reading

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Catherine Malandrino, Elie Tahari, and Arthur Levine

Elie Tahari and Arthur S. Levine announced on October 12, 2011 that they have formed a partnership with Catherine Malandrino, a designer and brand with wholesale, retail and e-commerce, including stores in New York and around the world. “I feel incredibly fortunate to … Continue reading

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Easy Spirit

Easy Spirit, a division of The Jones Group Inc. (NYSE: JNY), announced today that it has unveiled a regional campaign that celebrates the heritage of the Easy Spirit brand by helping women live their lives in comfort. As part of … Continue reading

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Rhinestone Manufacturers for Clothing

Rhinestone transfer product,which will makes your clothes elegant and beautiful. Here is one supplier that contacted me recently.  I have not personally used them so I am not certain of their quality etc. Fashion Garment Accessory Co., Ltd 1. Korean … Continue reading

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What is your curve?

What is your curve?  You better figure it out before you purchase your jeans. Levi’s® brand designers studied body scans of more than 60,000 women to develop custom fits based on the difference between the measurement of a woman’s hip … Continue reading

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Levis Curve ID

Levis Curve ID is the way to find your perfect fitting jeans. Once you find out your curve, select your favorite wash or leg opening – skinny, straight, bootcut, flare and shop away! Levi’s® Curve ID now comes in two … Continue reading

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P.S. from Aeropostale Exclusive Super Hero Apparel and Accessories Collection for Kids

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a global character-based entertainment company, and Aeropostale, the parent company to kid’s retailer P.S. from Aeropostale®, today announced an exclusive collection of Marvel Super Hero merchandise available under the P.S. from Aeropostale brand.  The apparel and accessories … Continue reading

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Cycology Clothing – Cyclists and Runners

Looking for some casual wear that’s edgy, yet fun? Check out CycologyGear.com. Cycology offers “tees that mess with your head,” which is a polite way of saying there’s a message that might just make you stop and think. Although some … Continue reading

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Jean-Michel Cazabat 2011 Shoe Designer Summary

Jean-Michel Cazabat, a native of Gascony in southern France, has designed shoes for over 25 years. He began his shoe-industry career as buyer and Creative Director for legendary French shoe designer Charles Jourdan from the late 1970’s through the early … Continue reading

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Return of Lucky Kid

Return of Lucky Kid – learn more at the Lucky Brand website. You can shop the Lucky Kid collection later this month online and in selected Lucky Brand stores.

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Iconoclast Handbag Indie Designer Catherine Meyer

Iconoclast Handbag designed by Catherine Meyer at Kate Spade New York October 2011 iconoclast handbag pebbled cowhide leather with matching trim over the shoulder with open top and center zip divider 14-karat light gold plated hardware double slide pockets and … Continue reading

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