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High-Tech Natural Fiber Sees Added Interest for Outdoor Apparel
At Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, new developments in high-tech natural fiber apparel came in response to…
Blue Jeans Go Green Campaign Ramps Up Interest at Denim Days
At Denim Days, interest in Blue Jeans Go Green drew lines of attendees keen to recycle more denim.
Here’s Why Fashion Is Still Crushing on Pop-Ups
If traditional retail had a crush on pop-up shops a few years ago, one could say they've now entered into a…
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From Indie to Major Labels, Denim Abounds as Birthday of the Blue Jean Nears
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How Brands Can Cater to Kids and Parents When it Comes to Children’s Wear
For brands and retailers, figuring out how to appeal to kids while keeping parents happy is no easy task.
Why It Makes Sense to Flock to the Subscription Box
While some may think it's a novel way to move more apparel, can curated boxes be good for business? Industry…
What Brands Are Doing With Sustainability—And What Consumers Want
For most consumers, sustainability in apparel primarily means labels that make clothing using natural fibers.
Are Brands Serious Enough About Their Sustainability Missions?
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Should Marketers Prepare for a Post-Social World?
It's not like social media will be going the way of the VCR anytime soon, but its use is dwindling and…
These Are the Clothes That Perform for Spring—Despite What Retailers Think
Just days into spring, despite still cool temps in some places, shorts are out on the sales floor, and…
How Synthetic Microfibers End Up In Food and Drinking Water
Studies show hundreds of thousands of microplastic particles can enter the water supply just by laundering a…
Are Brands and Retailers Paying Enough Attention to Taglines?
Certain taglines can create an enduring emotional connection for consumers if brands can get it right.
Why It’s Imperative to Connect with Gen Z on Social, Sustainability Issues
While older generations may not have paid attention to, issues like factory conditions and pollution, younger…