Apparel

Reebok Releases Statement on Misprinted MMA T-shirt
December 2, 2015 at 5:55 pm

Reebok, the official apparel company of the UFC, faced another wave of online criticism on Tuesday when it was revealed a T-shirt designed to promote Anderson Silva and his Brazilian heritage instead referred to the former middleweight champion as 'Anderson Aldo.' The link to…

S&S Activewear Announces New Location in Kansas City
December 2, 2015 at 5:40 pm

Bolingbrook, Illinois-based S&S Activewear recently announced the addition of a fourth warehouse in the Kansas City metro area, complementing its existing locations in Bolingbrook, Ill.; Santa Fe Springs, Calif.; and Robbinsville, N.J. The new location will operate under the S&S Activewear brand and create 200 new jobs in the area. Opening in the spring of…

Trimark Introduces New Website
December 2, 2015 at 4:25 pm

Trimark Powered by Leed's, a division of promotional products supplier Polyconcept North America based in New Kensington, Pa., has created a new website that makes it easier for distributors to find, decorate and sell apparel. The site now features: A new layout, menu and navigation system More educational pages with information about product categories, decoration options, brands, special…

Screenprinting Shop Sends Welcoming Message to Syrian Refugees
December 1, 2015 at 4:08 pm

Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin wants President Barack Obama to stop Syrian refugees from entering the U.S., but an Oklahoma City man is using this T-shirt to send the opposite message. Despite the push back from state leaders, an Oklahoma City man wants…

Is College Apparel Poised to Become the New Athleisure Wear?
December 1, 2015 at 3:31 pm

Teen retailer American Eagle Outfitters loves it. Outdoorsman staple Dick’s Sporting Goods loves it. Your local Target loves it. And, you probably love it too. No, I’m not talking about athleisure wear, although the love in that space continues to grow and thrive. This time, I’m talking about college and sports team-branded apparel. Nothing is…

Iron Bowl Weekend Key for Alabama Merchandise Retailers
November 30, 2015 at 2:34 pm

The biggest football game in Alabama took place took place on Nov. 27, and the aftermath means big things for some Alabama stores. The winning team’s fanbase undoubtedly will flock to retailers to buy shirts, hats and other specialized memorabilia commemorating the win. Bama Fever/Tiger Pride, Dothan, Ala., is just one of the businesses that…

New Clothing Startup Targets Short Men
November 25, 2015 at 6:08 pm

Among shorter men, it’s called the “tailor tax”: the extra $15 to $25 or more required to get alterations on a new item of clothing. Why? Because for the estimated one in three American men who stand 5’8” or under, clothing typically doesn’t fit properly off the rack. If this is news to average and…

J. America Wholesale Blanks Releases Fall Products and Catalog
November 25, 2015 at 6:03 pm

J. America Wholesale Blanks, Fowlerville, Michigan, recently announced its new line release and catalog for Fall 2015 through Fall 2016. It has added 12 new styles this fall. There are a few notable highlights. The Game Day Jersey is now available in 10 new colors, including “black glitter,” and four tie-dye colors. All colors are…

Gildan Activewear Announces 2015 Third Calendar Quarter Results
November 25, 2015 at 5:40 pm

Gildan Activewear, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, recently announced its results for the three months ended Oct. 4, 2015, and updated its sales and earnings guidance for calendar year 2015. Adjusted diluted earnings-per-share (EPS) for the third calendar quarter was in line with the company’s previous guidance. Results for the fourth calendar quarter are expected to be significantly…

Attorney General Office Sues Pennsylvania Sports Apparel Company
November 25, 2015 at 4:39 pm

Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane announced the filing of a lawsuit against a West Chester, Pennsylvania-based sports apparel company that alleges the company failed to deliver prepaid shirts that changed color in response to body heat. The alleged actions are in violation of the business’s Internet crowdfunding financing agreement with financial backers. The office's Bureau…