Apparel

CPSC to Hold Children's Sleepwear Flammability Seminar
August 8, 2016 at 2:40 pm

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) will hold a one-day seminar in October to discuss the flammability of children's sleepwear, according to Just-Style.com. The event, which will focus on testing, certification, and other compliance…

Rio 2016 Fights Counterfeiters by Making Its Own Knockoffs
August 5, 2016 at 3:16 pm

Counterfeit merchandise has become a big concern at sporting events, like the Super Bowl and MLB All-Star Game. The Olympic Games, arguably the largest sporting event in the world, is combating possible counterfeit efforts…

Nike Cuts Golf Equipment, Focuses on Apparel
August 4, 2016 at 2:32 pm

When we think back on some of Tiger Woods' biggest accomplishments, we only can picture him pumping his fist in a red Nike shirt, or watching his golf ball pause just long…

Would You Sell a Meaningless T-shirt?
August 3, 2016 at 6:42 pm

Here’s a riddle for you: What do you get when you remove the concert from a concert tee? Nothing more than a meaningless T-shirt. If that’s what you want from your apparel, you’re in luck. Recently, Justin Bieber has provided you with two options. But don’t believe the hype. And, I’m begging you, don’t follow in Bieber’s merchandising footsteps...

11 Apparel Pieces to Help You Prepare for Fall
August 3, 2016 at 6:31 pm

We're not going to lie to you: We're counting down the days until fall starts. (Just 49 more days to go!) Suffice to say: we'll take any excuse to think about our favorite season. And, we hope you've been thinking about it, too...

This $5 T-shirt Has More Than 400 Positive Comments on Amazon
August 3, 2016 at 5:37 pm

Finding the perfect T-shirt is comparable to lifting a huge weight off your shoulders. The feelings are equally amazing and relieving. For most, the hunt to find a great-fitting tee that’s affordable and stylish is no easy task. From the right neckline to the perfectly soft material, there…

Non-Olympics Sponsor Fights Rule 40 with Generic Sportswear
August 3, 2016 at 5:29 pm

The 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro kickoff Friday. But as of July 27 (nine days before the Olympics officially begin), brands that sponsor specific Olympic athletes, but not the overall Games, are barred from using Olympian terms and branding under Rule 40 through Aug. 24...

SanMar Delivers 99 New Products in Fall Collection
August 2, 2016 at 5:17 pm

SanMar, Issaquah, Wash., announced its newest product collection, which includes 99 new styles. These new products are available on www.sanmar.com and featured in the 2017 apparel, bags and caps catalog. “There are a lot of trends sparking excitement in the industry, such as athleisure, varsity looks and camouflage,” said Lee Strom, vice president of marketing…