Apparel

Expert Brand Launches OSI Premium Printables Program
April 27, 2016 at 2:55 pm

Expert Brand, Vernon, Calif., has announced the launch of its One Order, One Shipment, One Invoice (OSI) program, which offers printed performance shirts in one set-up. Customers can place an order by including their selected style numbers and colors, and uploading their desired artwork, and they will receive complimentary shipments within seven to 14 days.…

One Direction's Fraudulent Merchandise Lawsuit Halted for Ridiculous Reason
April 27, 2016 at 2:52 pm

Teenagers everywhere couldn't believe their ears when a British judge presiding over a One Direction court case said he had to stop court proceedings because he had never heard of the famous boy band. "Don't be surprised to hear that I have not heard of [the band]," said Judge Ian Lawrie QC of the Plymouth Crown Court,…

Other Ways to Show 'I Voted'
April 26, 2016 at 5:48 pm

The Pennsylvania primary elections are today, and I’m performing my civic duty by casting my vote after work today. I’m already anticip

'Try Not to Suck' T-shirt Sparks Possible Stadium Rule Change
April 22, 2016 at 4:05 pm

"Try not to suck." That's the semi-official mantra for the Chicago Cubs this year. Taken from something Cubs manager Joe Maddon told Cubs infielder Javier Baez when the team called up Baez from the minors, the team printed the message (along with Maddon's trademark, thick-rimmed glasses) on a T-shirt to benefit Maddon's Respect 90 Foundation.…

Did a Sportswear Retailer Jinx the Washington Capitals?
April 21, 2016 at 3:42 pm

The Washington Capitals did not win game four of their series with against the Philadelphia Flyers, but apparently no one told sportswear retailer Fanatics that. The e-commerce company sent out email blasts…

Bernie Sanders Attempts to Block 'Comrade' Promos
April 21, 2016 at 3:32 pm

If there's one thing that can be said about this 2016 presidential election, it's that the promotional products are fired up. From Ted Cruz's "Trumper Tantrum" baby apparel to Hillary Clinton's "Pantsuit Tee," the candidates are trying their best to strike a chord with voters. However, this week, Bernie Sanders decided enough is enough. According to…

10 Light Jackets for the Perfect Date
April 20, 2016 at 6:17 pm

We love movies—especially when we can integrate them into real life. Thanks to “Miss Congeniality,” we always also take advantage of April 25—the perfect date. Plus, we always know exactly what to wear: a light jacket! With the perfect date just five days away, we rounded up some of the industry’s best light jackets. But April 25 isn’t the only occasion where light jackets are appropriate. End-users will want to wear these all season long...

Trump, Cruz Use Apparel to Continue Their War of Words
April 20, 2016 at 6:16 pm

Turn on any Republican debate. Read any news article about the Republican candidates. Watch CNN for five minutes. The verbal attacks—both explicit and implicit—between presidential candidates Donald Trump and Sen. Ted Cruz are inescapable. Now, those barbs have made their way to official campaign apparel of both candidates...

Storeowner Jailed for Counterfeit Clothing, Showcases Industry Problems
April 20, 2016 at 6:11 pm

Counterfeiting has long plagued the apparel industry. According to Just Style, apparel and accessories remains the top category of counterfeit goods seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in 2015. Based on the results of the annual Intellectual Property Rights Seizure Statistics, 2015 saw 28,865 seizures—25 percent more than in 2014...