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SmartKnitKIDS® Seamless Sensitivity Socks Now Available in the UK
SmartKnitKIDS Seamless Socks are now available for sale in the UK and Europe through Sensory-Smart.com - December 16, 2009 - Knit-Rite, Inc.
Future Moms to Play Key Role in Development of Maternity Compression Products
Preggers by Therafirm™ is a unique line of maternity compression products developed by future moms for future moms. Moms-to-be are invited to fill out surveys and try the products, providing opinions on styles, colors, and fit. - December 12, 2009 - Knit-Rite, Inc.
Lauren Elaine Launches "Black Label" Accessories Collection
High-end women's couture celebrity designer Lauren Elaine launches a new headband line with a campaign shoot scheduled for December 12, 2009. - December 12, 2009 - Wiseman Zander Public Relations
Countdown to Christmas with the Hackett Gifts Advent Calendar
Win a box of Hackett delights by spreading the festive cheer online. - December 05, 2009 - Hackett London
Susie Hutson is the New Face of Wickedelic Lingerie
Susie Hutson is the new face and body of Wickedelic Lingerie, the firm is delighted to announce. - December 02, 2009 - Wickedelic Lingerie
Caps Etc Announces New Lovies Product Line
Lovies & Personalizable Pals Full Line Retailer in Omaha, NE. - November 30, 2009 - Caps Etc
ZOLD Launches Limited Edition Origaudio’s Fold N’ Play Recycled Speakers
The first-of-its-kind recycled, self-powered, portable speakers. - November 28, 2009 - ZOLD
NELSON WADE® Introduces Custom Tailored Made to Measure Topcoats
NELSON WADE, designer of men and women's fine custom apparel is now offering custom tailored made to measure topcoats. Depending where you live, work or travel this fall and winter, a well fitted Topcoat is really usable. A custom well fitted made to measure Topcoat does more than just keep you warm. - November 26, 2009 - NELSON WADE
Hellz x Reebok Collaboration
As Hellz continues to grow in the fashion industry, collaborating with some of the industries biggest moguls Hellz is extremely proud to present the Hellz x Reebok collaboration shoe, dropping Friday, November 27th. This highly anticipated model features a fold-down flap which Hellz has utilized... - November 25, 2009 - Hellz: A Crime For All Seasons
Dr Cap Announces Its New Winter Sale
Dr Cap Announces its new winter sale with discounts of up to 60% on a wide range of caps. - November 22, 2009 - Dr Cap
Genesis Colors Brings to London ‘Maya.’ Showcases the Latest F/W 09 Lines by Satya Paul & Deepika Gehani.
India’s first fashion conglomerate brings to London its finest designers – Satya Paul and Deepika Gehani, to showcase their Fall Winter 09 collections at the delightful Mint Leaf Restaurant & Bar, Haymarket, London on November 22, 2009. - November 22, 2009 - Genesis Colors Pvt. Ltd.
Gypsy 05 is Going Completely Green
Gypsy 05 recently commissioned the installation of rooftop solar panels on its headquarter’s buildings in Los Angeles as a part of its continuing commitment to ecologically sustainable practices. - November 21, 2009 - Gypsy 05
Wheelchair Tote Bags Added to Product Line at CoolWheelchairStuff
CoolWheelchairStuff has launched a new line of hand-crafted wheelchair tote bags. The unique tote bags are perfect for everybody, wheelchair users and non-users alike. Versatile and roomy, the 12"x13.5" bags feature two sets of straps: short 7" side straps are perfect for hanging on push handles while the 13.5" standard straps can be used for carrying by hand or over shoulder. - November 20, 2009 - Kramer Enterprises
Stanton James Adds House of Jackie Brown Swimwear
Stanton James is pleased to announce the addition of The House of Jackie Brown Swimwear to its mix of up & coming, fashion-forward designers. House of Jackie Brown Swimwear is an vivid, imaginative line that takes no prisoners with its fluorescent colorings and daring cuts. - November 19, 2009 - StantonJames.com
Stanton James Adds Canadian Designer, Dace
Stanton James is pleased to announce the addition of Dace to their mix of over 45 up & coming, fashion-forward designers. Dace has been featured in ION Magazine, Fashion Magazine, Lucky, Lou Lou, NY Chic, Glow, NY Magazine, Elle and many others. Dace can be found on many of today's celebrities and has also been featured on MTV. - November 17, 2009 - StantonJames.com
Stanton James Announces the Addition of Dustie Doll Clothing
Stanton James is pleased to announce the addition of Dustie Doll Clothing to its list of over 45 up & coming designers. Dustie Doll Clothing has been featured in magazines such as Nylon, Apparel News, People and countless others. - November 17, 2009 - StantonJames.com
Stanton James Adds Designer Cirque du Cheval
Cirque du Cheval is the newest addition to the StantonJames.com family. A blend of vintage and 1930's designs combined with the modern silhouette of today. - November 17, 2009 - StantonJames.com
Stanton James Adds Designer Aaron Ashe
Stanton James is pleased to announce the addition of the contemporary womens line, Aaron Ashe. Designs of silk, draping and effortlessly chic elegance. - November 16, 2009 - StantonJames.com
Stanton James Adds Designer, Anita Arze
Stanton James is pleased to announce the addition of Anita Arze to its wide array of up & coming, fashion-forward designers. Featured in such publications as Apparel News, Anita Arze brings a exotic touch to StantonJames.com. - November 16, 2009 - StantonJames.com
Stanton James Adds Designer Ampersand Designs
Stanton James is pleased to announce the addition of Ampersand Designs to their mix of up & coming, fashion-forward designers. Ampersand Designs makes jewelry that is inspired by their love for music and fairy tales. - November 16, 2009 - StantonJames.com
Stanton James Adds Designer Hellz Bellz
Stanton James is pleased to announce the addition of Hellz Bellz to their mix of up & coming, fashion-forward designers. Hellz Bellz Clothing has been featured in magazines like Bust to People. The line includes leggings, flannels, jeans and lots of black - everything a girl needs. - November 15, 2009 - StantonJames.com
Dr Cap Releases Massive Range of New Cap Styles
In anticipation of the holiday season, new era cap stockist, Dr Cap releases a massive range of new cap styles. - November 13, 2009 - Dr Cap
Exciting Launch of Unique SXE Fitness Apparel and Website
Karla Pinillos introduced the SXE Fitness line with the belief that women should not only be comfortable while working out, but also should feel sexy, fashionable, fun and confident. From the high quality Supplex material imported and hand selected from Brazil to the stylish colors and flattering... - November 12, 2009 - SXE Fitness
Stringbeans Clothing Co. Launches Line of Pants for Tall, Slim Kids
Stringbeans Clothing Co. has created a line of pants for kids who are long and lean. When slim isn't slim enough, or when kids are growing up faster than they are growing out - Stringbeans has the answer. - November 11, 2009 - Stringbeans Clothing Co.
Traver Rains is Back
Heatherette’s former Co-Founder and Creative Director to debut new line, T. Rains, at Solis San Francisco holiday party, December 11th. - November 11, 2009 - SUSA Trading LLC (DBA SOLIS)
4little1s.com Announces New and Exciting Range of Baby Bedding
4little1s.com have announced they will be stocking the Fish and Chips and the Rosie Posy range of baby bedding from Lollipop Lane as of today. - November 04, 2009 - 4little1s.com
ZOLD to Offer Canadian Eco-Fashion Designer Labels
ZOLD represents twelve of the eco industry’s finest apparel and fashion manufacturers. Some of these brands include prominent designers such as ecoSkin, Indigenous Designs, PI Organics, B-Green and Our Love Yoga apparel, as well as PO-ZU’s and Autonomie Project’s lines of footwear. - November 03, 2009 - ZOLD
Nolcha, in Partnership with DKT Communications and PimTim, Announces Michelle Barone, Winner of “Branded: Nolcha's Contest for the Independent Designer”
In a concerted effort to help independent fashion designers jump-start their branding initiatives, multifaceted fashion services company Nolcha, branding and marketing communications firm DKT Communications and graphic-design crowdsourcing platform PimTim launched “Branded: Nolcha’s Contest for the Independent Designer.” Rising star Michelle Barone was awarded the prize: a logo, designer profile and professional photograph valued at $1,700. - October 31, 2009 - Nolcha
Holli Gibson, Designer of Lamanblu, Awarded The Rising Star 2009 by Fashion Group International
Holli Gibson, designer of LamanBlu, walked away with the ultimate prize, The Rising Star Award from the Fashion Group International at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion by Design Runway Gala. - October 30, 2009 - LamanBlu
ZOLD Introduces Canada’s First Eco-Beauty Recycling Program
ZOLD is the first Canadian company to consider the environment throughout its whole supply chain. - October 24, 2009 - ZOLD
oGorgeous Yoga Bags Are Answer for Naked Mats
As eager yoga students clamber to the 24 Hour Fitness Group X studio doors for their popular Tuesday evening session, they await anxiously with yoga mat in one arm and bag, water bottle, and towel in the other. The crowd consists mostly of women in stylish fitness frocks, but less than 10% have a carry-all yoga bag. What gives? Can oGorgeous cure the syndrome? - October 20, 2009 - oGorgeous
Vicky Moreinis Swimwear Announces Its 100% Hand-Made Colombian Gifts to be Given to Presenters and Performers of the 10th Annual Latin Grammy® Awards
Designer Vicky Moreinis announces its unique, eco-friendly, hand-made gifts will be given to the Presenters and Performers of the 10th Annual Latin GRAMMY® Awards, which will be broadcast live on Univision on Nov. 5. Vicky Moreinis Swimwear, a Colombian based swimwear company, is renowned... - October 17, 2009 - Vicky Moreinis Swimwear
New York City Holiday Retail Scene Gets Promotional Boost
Independent Retail Week Initiative returns to the Big Apple to support retailers - October 15, 2009 - Nolcha
2010 CAFFE Swimwear Collection Soon to be Offered at Molly Brown's
2010 CAFFE swimwear collection will be available at leading designer swimwear store Molly Brown's, later this year. - October 14, 2009 - MollyBrownsSwimwear.com
"Joy Fabiano Goes to Boot Camp" Presenting GI Joy’s Fall Runway Show
Joy Fabiano presents GI Joy’s Fall Runway Show featuring the company’s fall/winter collection of recycled handbags. Owner & Designer, Rachel Sanches, single-handedly produced this season’s handbags, which are predominately military themed and constructed from local service... - October 14, 2009 - Joy Fabiano
Votre VU Unveils Top French Accessory at Nolcha's HotSpots
As Chicago becomes runway ready for this month’s Fashion Focus, local boutiques aim to elevate the city’s couture status during Nolcha Fashion Business Network’s corresponding Independent Retail Week. Amongst the week’s sure-to-be highlighted trends of cuff bracelets,... - October 13, 2009 - Nolcha
Fashion Designer Mike Vensel Announces the Debut of His New Wild Horses Spring 2010 Collection During Los Angeles Fashion Week October 15th 2009
Mike Vensel is a minimalistic futurist focused on body conscious garments that showcase the body in a subtle yet sexy way that mimics nature. In his newest spring 2010 collection “wild horses” each garment is constructed from a single pattern piece and a single piece of fabric thus... - October 10, 2009 - Mike Vensel
Chicago Retailers Come Together for City Wide Shopping and Beauty Event
Join them for Independent Retail Week 2009 and support your local fashion boutiques while getting the personal touch you deserve. - October 09, 2009 - Nolcha
Miss Full Figured USA 2009 - 2010 Gives Back on 11/8/2009
On January 24th, 2009 in New York City, Tonya Jeter was crowned Miss Full Figured USA 2009-2010. The Competition held emphasis on personality, poise, confidence, speaking, modeling ability and past accomplishments. Tonya commanded the stage with her bubbling personality and fierce attire and was crowned the new Miss Full Figured USA. Now, Miss Full Figured USA 2009-2010 gives back in a big way. - October 08, 2009 - JIBRI
Juvenile Product Companies Form Regional Alliance
Colorado juvenile product manufacturers join forces to pool brand equity, resources and expertise in a tough market. - October 04, 2009 - Congrats from Colorado
New York Fashion Platform Strives to Grow Independent Designer Brands
In a struggling economy of decreasing retailer budgets and no risk choices being made, the Nolcha fashion business network is continuing to push global fashion businesses into the New York fashion market. The award-winning Nolcha Fashion Week: New York, that has rapidly become a home for emerging... - October 03, 2009 - Nolcha
Tiffany Koury Gives a Fresh Look to Evening Glamour
Fashion Designer Tiffany Koury Headlines Fashion Week By Giving a Fresh New Look to Evening Glamour Tiffany Koury delighted guests at her “Alice In Wonderland”- inspired fashion show leading off New York Fashion Week. Her Spring 2010 collection of evening and bridal wear gives a fresh... - October 02, 2009 - Tiffany Koury
NEUAURA Footwear Maintains Commitment to Environment by Partnering with Eco-Friendly Manufacturing Facility
NEUAURA Footwear has aligned themselves with an eco-friendly facility to manufacture their line of high-quality, vegan footwear. NEUAURA has always been dedicated to the protection of animals and the environment so the partnership with this facility was a perfect fit. The manufacturing facility has... - October 02, 2009 - NEUAURA
Women-Owned and Operated Koi Design LLC Sues Retailer Giant Mark’s Work Wearhouse for Allegedly Selling Knock-Offs of Its Designs
koi Design, LLC (“Koi”), a small women-run designer scrubs company, filed suit against Canadian retail giant Mark’s Work Wearhouse. The suit brought in federal court by the Santa Monica, California-based koi alleges that the retailer, with 330 stores in Canada and substantial sales in the United States, sold “knock-off” versions of its popular nursing scrubs. - September 27, 2009 - koi Design LLC
Babydollz Lingerie Inc, is Proud to Announce the Opening of It's Annual Halloween Costume Boo-Tique
Babydollz Lingerie Inc., Temecula, California's Premier Lingerie Boutique & Boudoir Photography Studio will be transforming into the Exclusive Babydollz Costume Boo-tique October 1st-October 31st, 2009. - September 27, 2009 - Babydollz Lingerie, Inc.
ROCKWORLDEAST.com Launches Sponsorship Program
ROCKWORLDEAST Merchandise Wholesalers will be supplying various Music & Entertainment blogs & websites with T-shirts from their in-house line of ‘Sick T-Shirts’ and from their massive inventory of officially licensed band merchandise. This is not only an opportunity to gain free products to give to users of your website and readers of your blog, but an opportunity to build a strategic relationship with a major website in the music merchandise retail and wholesale industry. - September 25, 2009 - ROCKWORLDEAST Merchandise Wholesalers
StantonJames.com Launches Blog Featuring 8 Bloggers from Around the World
Stanton James.com announces it will begin its groundbreaking blog, featuring the entries from 8 bloggers from around the world. Each blogger will be bringing their own interpretation of style allowing StantonJames.com customers to get a well-rounded view of style in one place. - September 23, 2009 - StantonJames.com
LamanBlu Models at the Shopping Extravaganza at Outlets at Castle Rock
The Outlets of Colorado salute The Fashion Group International of Denver 2009 Rising Stars, including Holli Gibson of LamanBlu, the Children’s Category Winner. - September 13, 2009 - LamanBlu
Baby Beltz Launches Its New Winter Toddler Belt Collection
Baby Beltz, an innovative manufacturer of toddler belts has launched its new winter collection “MIX IT UP!” Starring Leather, Cotton, and Nylon toddler belts with five buckle options as military, d-ring, Velcro, rhinestone, and the traditional prong. - September 13, 2009 - DBE Kids Inc.
Nolcha Fashion Week Prepares for Packed House Supporting Global Independent Fashion Designers
New York Fashion Week Initiative Showcases Emerging American and International Fashion Designers via runway shows, accessory exhibition and ethical fashion preview. - September 11, 2009 - Nolcha