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4 Children's Promotions for Leap Day Babies
February 29, 2016 at 7:23 pm

Today is leap day, which only happens every four years. Those who were born on Feb. 29 only get to celebrate every four years, which means (because of science) that they only have birthdays every four years. So, for all of you leap day babies who think you're turning 40 this year, you're really only turning…

University of Utah Ditches Merchandiser After Questionable T-shirt Post
February 29, 2016 at 6:35 pm

The University of Utah Trademarks and Licensing Program said it will no longer do business with a Salt Lake City-based merchandise company following a post on social media of an inappropriate T-shirt. According to KSL.com, Offside Apparel, an independent business that sells Utah Utes memorabilia, posted a photo of another company's design poking fun at…

Under Armour Reveals 2016 NFL Combine Apparel
February 26, 2016 at 4:44 pm

The NFL Combine is where the next generation of football stars show their stuff and meet with NFL team staff. So, naturally, they want to look and perform to the best of their abilities. This year, Under Armour has made the official NFL Combine athleticwear available for folks who want to look and perform like…

H&M Gives 1M Euros in Prizes for Eco-friendly Ideas
February 25, 2016 at 4:52 pm

H&M is making an effort to create a more environmentally conscious apparel industry by rewarding startups with 1 million euros (approximately $1,102,695) in prize money for technological innovations that benefit the sustainable-apparel landscape. According to Fashion Times, the H&M Conscious Foundation—an independent organization to create positive change—hosted…

The Wrap: Adidas Debuts A Subscription Box, Nike Announces Kobe Bryant Collection
February 24, 2016 at 6:52 pm

Adidas debuts a $600 subscription box; Nike plans to re-release every Kobe Bryant shoe its created; there is now a vegan leather outerwear line; Fall Out Boy will have custom apparel on their new tour; and a 5,000 year old egyptian dress is the oldest garment reported : Here's what's happening this week in the apparel world…

Designers Aid Presidential Candidates, Cruz Drops Street Art Merch
February 24, 2016 at 6:51 pm

As the 2016 presidential election continues to rage on, more and more merchandise has been popping up. We've seen merchandise aimed at millennials, we've seen guys earning hundreds of thousands of dollars by selling campaign buttons, and we've seen a fair share of unlicensed…

Outfit of the Week: Airport Glam
February 24, 2016 at 3:57 pm

We usually wear yoga pants, a hoodie and UGGs when we’re flying, but sometimes we have to be a little more presentable as soon as we land. Staying comfortable and looking good when traveling is the topic of this week's #OOTW (Outfit of the Week).

Amazon's Apparel Business Could Turn a Profit Next Year
February 23, 2016 at 7:38 pm

Last month, we reported that Amazon's clothing business is growing. Now, according to The Street, Amazon's clothing business could turn a profit as soon as next year. Citing KeyBanc Capital Markets reports, The Street reported that Amazon's apparel business could increase share value by 25 cents. According to Quartz, Amazon already has introduced more than 1,800…

The University of North Dakota Has to Sell Controversial Merchandise
February 22, 2016 at 4:42 pm

Four years ago, the University of North Dakota retired its mascot—Fighting Sioux—and now, after a few years as simply "UND," the school is adopting the Fighting Hawks nickname. However, the university is selling Fighting Sioux merchandise again. Why? Because the NCAA, the same organization that…

Nike Ends Manny Pacquiao Endorsement After Derogatory Speech
February 18, 2016 at 6:03 pm

Nike Inc. has ended its endorsement of Manny Pacquiao after the Filipino boxer made derogatory comments regarding homosexuals. According to ESPN, the company removed all Pacquiao-related merchandise and advertisement from its website after Pacquiao made a comment regarding same-sex couples on a…