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Denim Manufacturers: Holding Out Hope
Manufacturers see a tough season approaching, but say that denim’s versatility may shield it from the full…
Focus on Cotton as Environmental Movement Gains
The environmental movement has become a major force in fashion that won?t be slowed by global economic…
James Jeans Tries a Deeper Shade of ‘Green’
James Jeans is looking to beef up its green credentials by doing more than just using organic cotton for the…
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Green Issue: Standing Up to Scrutiny
Textile makers face challenges to their eco claims.
VF Gets Cautious, Trims Outlook
Expectations for the fourth quarter have been slashed to 3 to 4 percent revenue gains and 1 to 5 percent…
Joe’s Jeans Earnings Jump
Strong sales and offshore sourcing help lift third-quarter profits for Los Angeles-based denim label Joe's…
Credit Crunch Raises Pressure on U.S. Textile Industry
The domestic textile industry is getting closer to the edge of extinction.
U.S. Coastal Waters Seen as Freight Option
Report says highways and bridges are overcrowded and obsolete.
Levi’s Profits Up
For the three months ended Aug. 24, the SanFrancisco-based jeans giant Levi's saw earnings rise 14.6 percent…
Retailers, Vendors Talk Green
At the Green Event in New York, Andrew Winston, author of "Green to Gold," and Graham Burden, of Marks…
Cost Pressures Build in U.S.
Brands and retailers have been tightening inventories and reducing orders in response to a weakening global…
Denim Shines in Weary Economy
Denim is proving to be one of the few sweet spots in the sour retail scene.
Jordache Shifts to Juniors for Spring
The iconic denim label Jordache is changing its look and its target customer for spring.
Guess Profits Leap
Guess Inc. is shaking off all signs of an economic slowdown at home and abroad.
Forever in Blue Jeans
Denim and Calvin Klein are almost synonymous.