On May 31, 2016, NJAL will be launching one of the more remarkable fashion education series we’ve heard of in a long time called Authentic Radicalism. The concept from NJAL is to unite its global network of online fashion talent with industry impresarios in a unique, offline symposium. The good thing about this event, is […]
Happy Earth Day from Label Networks! To celebrate, we’ve put together a quick fashion round-up of changes in the industry via increased efforts of sustainability. We are also pleased to announce our 5th Annual Sustainability and the State of Youth Culture Study will be released next week! First, this week marked the 3rd anniversary of […]
When we first wrote the story, Paul Frank Gets Fired from Paul Frank in 2005, it was a shock to the industry, and especially to Paul Frank Sunich, the eclectic creator of Julius the Monkey and other characters, not to mention home furnishings. Paul Frank at that time was a big part of the action […]
The ongoing saga of the fate of American Apparel continues, this time with former CEO Dov Charney suing Standard General LP, controllers of the brand, of false claims that he was fired based on an independent investigation by an outside law firm. According to Charney, it’s a “sham.” According to the complaint filed at the […]
Big news from Nike, owners of Hurley today as it was announced that founder Bob Hurley would be stepping down from the helm as CEO after 16 years. He will transition into a new role where he will focus on building and cultivating the community and extending Nike’s relationships with elite athletes. Here’s more: He […]
This has been the apparel saga of the decade as the bumpy ride of American Apparel, a teen retail favorite with more than 230 stories that revolutionized the concept of first-layer fashion and more, finally announced on Sunday, October 4, 2015 that they were filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. In their statement, $90 million in […]
Two years since the Rana Plaza collapse killing 1,133 people in garment district Dhaka, Bangladesh, police have filed murder charges against 41 people, including the owners. It was the worst disaster in the history of fashion and sparked outrage among many brands, particularly those in ethical fashion. It launched a rallying cry and movement called […]
Liberty Fairs fashion trade show is quickly becoming the most progressive gathering of the tribes across a range of inspiring fashion, accessories, footwear, and beauty. The Las Vegas edition from February 16-18, 2015, is part of the Modern Assembly collaboration with other shows including Agenda and Capsule. There were many aspects to the growing popularity […]
The 70’s-inspired sexy Polaroid vibe of American Apparel has been a huge part of the appeal to this popular, vertically integrated brand. But as of yesterday, it looks as though the new leaders, headed up by Paula Schneider as CEO for ousted Dov Charney, is about to change in dramatic fashion. On Thursday, February 19, […]
Fashion trade show season is underway, and after a successful launch at Agenda last week, here’s more of what to expect next in the realm of street, denim, urban contemporary, and youth lifestyles. Selvedge Run When Bread & Butter initially announced that it would be heading to Barcelona for the summer edition in 2015, Maria […]