Cotton Lifestyle Monitor
Giving Activewear An Extra Dose Of Healthy
Consumers are wearing more activewear than ever, both because it’s still trending as a fashion statement and…
Americans Improving But Still Lag in Sustainability Concerns
As one of the largest nations in the world, America has seemingly boundless access to natural resources. This…
A Natural Solution For Activewear Sales
With the many stories touting the strength of athleisure apparel mixed with the aisles of workout apparel in…
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All Eyes Ahead: Looking Forward to Retail 2017
It will be a few weeks before we know how things shook out for Holiday 2016, but industry experts already…
With Election Over, Let the Holiday Shopping Begin
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Fashion Influencers: <em>Star Power Continues to Enthrall</em>
Celebrities and endorsements have been around since the dawn of …well, celebs themselves. From Charleton…
What Consumers <em>Plan to Buy</em> for Back-to-School
Summer is kicking into high gear for elementary, high school and college kids across the country. But stores…
What Consumers Plan to Buy for Back-to-School
Summer is kicking into high gear for elementary, high school and college kids across the country. But stores…
Why Creating a Shopping Experience Has Become Vital for Retail
When someone needs a new pair of jeans, does she go shopping for them, or are they an item thrown in a cart…
Denim Makers in Active Pursuit of Innovation
The old adage, “If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em,” may—to some extent—be surfacing in the denim world right…
Apparel Retail: Boomers Still Vital but Gen Y Shows the Love
Millennials are often characterized as not having money for rent but—perhaps to the frustration of…
Will Athleisure Become the <em>New Office Wear</em>?
About six or so years ago, teen girls at high schools everywhere paired Ugg boots with sweatpants during the…
Sales: It’s a Love/Hate Relationship for Both Stores and Shoppers
Buying clothes can be considered either fun or necessary, depending on the purpose. But shopping can…
Come Earth Day, Reflecting On & Continuing Eco Improvements
A lot of people around the world celebrated Earth Day 2016 last week, all part of an effort to build the…