Dance with Motionwear Runway Attitude

Motionwear LLC, a leading manufacturer of dance, gymnastics, team and cheerleading apparel, introduces a new, fashion forward dance apparel line. Inspired by runway couture lines, the Runway Attitude line brings new fabrics and unique treatments to the dance world.

“We scoured the runways and couture houses to create these fashion forward styles,” said Motionwear Designer Katie O’Brien. “Each leotard has been painstakingly crafted. Our decadent new fabric, a nylon spandex blend, has been specifically fashioned to compliment the dancer’s silhouette.”
The inspiration for the Runway Attitude line came as a result of Motionwear’s search for something new, something not currently available in the dance apparel marketplace. The focus was on stretching the dance apparel boundaries with a high fashion couture line of leotards using fresh new fabrics and exploring detailed treatments.
“It’s something new in the market, something new for Motionwear,” said Motionwear Executive VP Theresa Mason. “These leotards offer dancers a touch of high fashion with meticulously detailed features.”

Read mroe about Dance with Motionwear Runway Attitude @ Fibre2fashion

Fashion centres to boost Taiwan’s textile industry

Taiwan’s Industrial Development Bureau (IDB) has initiated a new fashion hub in Taipei and in other regions across the country. The new fashion centres have been established by the IDB in cooperation with three industry research organizations and a number of local governments.
The fashion centres are established with an aim to intensify Taiwan’s textile industry’s design and technology innovation and to boost its global competitiveness.
Taiwan’s Premier Wu Den-yih said that the opening of the new centres, marks the beginning of a new era for ‘Made in Taiwan’ (MIT) products.
With assistance of the IDB under the Ministry of Economic Affairs and the Taiwan Textile Federation (TTF), Fashion Institute of Taipei (FIT) was transformed into a fashion centre from a fashion cultural hall.
According to experts, Taiwan’s textile industry has earned itself a good recognition amongst customers across the globe. Besides, an increasing number of Taiwanese designers are bagging prestigious global fashion awards.
The launch of new textile design hubs in Changhua, Yuniln, Taipei and Taichung regions are believed to boost the MIT brand with improved quality, more innovative designs and enhanced value addition. This would be so, because these centres would facilitate streamlining of the industry and thus production volumes could be hiked efficiently.

Read More about Fashion centres to boost Taiwan’s textile industry @ Fibre2fashion

John-David Mohr recaps fall trends; Style has no Size

Custom Clothing Designer, John-David Mohr of the House of Mohr, coined the phrase “Style has no Size.” He talks about this Fall season's fashion trends and how the conscience consumer can maintain their own sense of style with custom clothing that transcends into any season.

“If you notice, it’s not the lines of fashion which change dramatically from season to season. It is the fabrics and colors that change the most,” says John-David, a Custom Clothing Designer and owner of the House of Mohr fashion boutique. To be on top of the latest season's style, all one has to do is change out the fabric and color patterns. Switching from Summer to Fall, change out your fabric from a silk to a cashmere or fine wool fabric using Fall season's trending colors. "This way, you maintain your own style, yet still enjoy looking and feeling totally fashionable," explains John-David.
Most of John-David's designs can be taken apart and put back together-- the skirts and jackets, pants and tops can all be intermingled and mixed in a myriad of ways to come up with a style that is entirely personalized and matches the season's fashion. According to John-David, this is the difference between ‘style’ and ‘fashion’. “Style is what you do with the latest fashion trends,” according to John-David. The House of Mohr designs sophisticated and trendy, yet classic garment that can be mixed and matched to transform from lightweight fabric of Spring and Summer into Fall or Winter fabrics.
The lace and flowery patterns of this Spring and Summer are trending into the Fall 2011 fashion season, explains John-David, but the lace of Fall is a darker, more powerful color and weight to match the rich hues and chillier air of Autumn. “If you own a particular garment which really flatters you, simply have a similar item of clothing custom designed using the upcoming season’s fabric weight and colors. This way, you’ve preserved your fashionista status and have maintained your own style,” suggests John-David.
The flowers of Spring bloom into bold garden patterns this Fall. Both lace and garden patterns will breach the Spring/Summer to Fall fashion season. “If you have the perfect summer skirt, have the same skirt custom made using this Fall’s rich garden patterns and fabrics,” recommends John-David.

Read More about John-David Mohr recaps fall trends; Style has no Size @ Fibre2fashion

Revised dates for WIFW Spring/Summer, Now to be held in October

Fashion Design Council of India - FDCI announced new dates for Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2012, which is now scheduled for Oct 8-12, 2011 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The event was initially scheduled for the month of September.

FDCI has become instrumental in propelling the Indian fashion industry to tread the global business oriented path and believes in delivering the best designers event and top quality venue. Due to the unavailability of the most coveted hall no. 18 of Pragati Maidan and clash with international fashion events, FDCI has decided to postpone the event to October 2011.
Mr. Sunil Sethi, President, FDCI said, “The upcoming Spring/Summer edition of Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week has been rescheduled to October. This is primarily due to the conflicting dates with other international fashion events and the non availability of the Hall no. 18 at Pragati Maidan that has become the standard venue for WIFW. We look forward to the best of Indian fashion designers participating in the event.”
Mr. Atul Chand, Divisional Chief Executive, ITC’s Lifestyle said, “Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week is the single most prestigious and celebrated fashion event of India. The participation by the best of the Indian fashion industry continues to strengthen the business of fashion and take the event to newer heights. We look forward to another season of Wills Lifestyle India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2012.”

Read More about Revised dates for WIFW Spring/Summer, Now to be held in October @ Fibre2fashion

Zuoan Fashion signs contract with NellyRodi

Zuoan Fashion Limited, a leading design-driven fashion casual menswear company in China, announced its participation in the WHO’S NEXT Tradeshow, to be held September 3 – 6, 2011 in Paris, France.

Zuoan was recommended by the China Fashion Association and was selected by the WHO'S NEXT Review Committee to participate in this exclusive event. The Company will showcase its 2012 spring/summer collection at this event.
The WHO’S NEXT Trade Show is a well known tradeshow that attracts over 55,000 European and Asian buyers and high quality exhibitors every year. Zuoan will also be participating in a fashion show during the tradeshow.
James Hong, Founder, Chairman, CEO and Chief Designer, commented, “Paris is the fashion capital of Europe and we are thrilled to display our products together with other major apparel and accessory brands at WHO’S NEXT. Our participation in tradeshows and fashion shows outside of China allows us to display our unique design concepts and enhance the global awareness of our brand.”

Read more about Zuoan Fashion signs contract with NellyRodi @ Fibre2fashion

Designer Forum New York moves to Flatotel

The Custom Tailors & Designers Association (CTDA) announces that its Summer 2011 Designer Forum New York (formerly The Haberdashery Show) will take place on July 16-19, 2011 at Flatotel in midtown Manhattan. The men’s fashion industry event brings together upscale retailers and buyers with Fashion Designers and distributors of men’s clothing and accessories. The Forum attracts vendors who want exposure to new clientele, with everything they need under one roof.

Hosting Designer Forum New York at a larger, more affordable venue demonstrates CTDA’s commitment to support vendors of fine menswear. Flatotel provides two options for designers to exhibit their products: a large ballroom with ample walking areas, and a designated floor of suites reserved exclusively for the Forum.
“Our goal is to create an exciting show in a relaxing environment where buyers can discover exclusive, stylish products from new menswear designers and manufacturers,” said David Eisele Sr., President of CTDA and owner of Davelle Clothiers, a custom-design men’s clothing store in Reston, Virginia. “Flatotel not only delivers in space and ambiance, but the $165 per night room rate we negotiated makes the Designer Forum New York a great value as well.”

Read More about Designer Forum New York moves to Flatotel @ Fibre2fashion

Project Runway fantasy creations to benefit Break the Cycle

Through Sunday May 29, Lifetime Television is auctioning four wedding Bridal Dress designed by Project Runway contestants to benefit Break the Cycle, the leading national organization working with youth to prevent domestic and dating violence.

Celebrating the royal wedding and healthy relationships, Lifetime Television asked Project Runway contestants to sketch their version of the royal gown. Designers from each season participated, submitting their drawings in the excitement leading up to Prince William and Kate Middleton's nuptials. Designers Emilio Sosa (Season 7), Johnathan Kayne (Season 3), Irina Shabayeva (Season 6) and Nick Verreos (Season 2) then turned their sketches into real garments.

Now, Lifetime is generously auctioning off these fantasy creations and donating all the proceeds to Break the Cycle.

"It is with great pleasure that we bring together Lifetime's celebration of the royal wedding, our hit show Project Runway and our commitment to support and empower women by donating to Break the Cycle," said Danielle Carrig, Senior Vice President of Advocacy and Public Affairs for Lifetime.

Read more about Project Runway fantasy creations to benefit Break the Cycle @ Fibre2fashion

This Is My Dream - fashion movies on Yohji Yamamo

Notoriously private Japanese fashion designer icon Yohji Yamamoto lets his guard down in an exclusive, intimate short documentary film about life and the creative process, from Tokyo to New York.

Hailed as a genius, honored by entities from the French government to the CFDA, recognized internationally for his radical innovations and craftsmanship, Yamamoto is a visionary. Known for his mastery of sculptural forms, a penchant for androgyny and asymmetry, and an intellectual-yet-witty approach since he launched his first collection in Tokyo in 1977, Yamamoto has defined the avant-garde in fashion for decades. And yet, after more than 30 years on the world stage, he remains a mystery, cloaked by a careful division between his private life and his public craft.
Opening up about his artistic motivations, his love of music, and his aesthetic vision, the documentary follows Yamamoto through the entire creative cycle of a collection for his revolutionary line in collaboration with adidas, Y-3.
A perfect emblem of Yamamoto’s drive for innovation, the Y-3 label -one of eight distinctive lines the designer oversees- has created a new category in fashion since its introduction in 2002. Born out of a desire to merge Yamamoto’s craftsmanship with adidas’ technical prowess, Y-3 has come to be recognized as the future of sportswear, and it is the backdrop against which the film unfolds.

Read more about This Is My Dream - fashion movies on Yohji Yamamo @ Fibre2fashion

Qristyl Frazier releases trend-setting +size collection

Qristyl Frazier, former Project Runway contestant and creator of QFD Designs, Inc. released a new design collection this month called Unforgivable, with the tagline “Moving Fashionably Forward”.

Frazier, who coined the phrase “Plus Sexy” as a more upbeat take on the industry term “plus size” makes some predictions about the future of fashion: “I think jumpers are going to be huge this season”, says Frazier, who has been including jumpsuits in her clothing line for over three years. Her jumpsuit ‘Counter Reaction’ recently appeared in Essence Magazines and instantly became one of her best sellers. “It’s going to be all about glamour and versatility.”
Indeed, Qristyl has created two “convertible” jumpsuits that can be tied in multiple ways, as well as a series of stunning evening gowns featuring shimmering sequins. “I want my customers to dazzle, and to know that they do.”

Read More about Qristyl Frazier releases trend-setting +size collection @ Fibre2fashion

Industry first, Cotton Wow! promises sexy confidence

Designer Heather Thomson, known for her beautiful and sexy shapewear, has discovered her softer side with the launch of a new product offering: Yummie Tummie Cotton Wow!

If traditional/synthetic shapewear is not your thing but shaping is, this innovative and new cotton shapewear collection is the perfect solution; it slims and shapes a woman's curves beautifully and comfortably and is meant to be seen. Heather promises sexy confidence and the versatility that women want when they get dressed. With her mantra, Live. Shape. Happy., customers will find it hard to believe that shapewear can be this easy.
Cotton Wow! is a collection of innovative stretch cotton fabric designed tanks, slips and bottoms that will smooth, slim, compress and shape a woman's silhouette. Thomson designed this cotton shapewear concept as a direct result of a simple need in the marketplace, she calls the "white space."
Yummie Tummie shapewear Cotton Wow! offers compression for shaping but features a high cotton content, making this collection the ultimate everyday solution. Each piece is designed to be comfy, soft and BREATHABLE. Women everywhere can now say, "wow" not "ow!" when they wear Thomson's innovative collections. Cotton Wow! tanks, slips, bottoms and leggings are available in a variety of colors.

Read More about Industry first, Cotton Wow! promises sexy confidence @ Fibre2fashion

PAF students showcase their glittering collections at Portfolio

Portfolio 2011 – the annual graduating event of Pearl Academy of Fashion students saw young talents put together a mesmerizing show of innovation, flair and creative genius for a diverse group of industry professionals.
Portfolio - a signature event of Pearl Academy of Fashion – has been established as one of the most sought after events in the fashion and design industry as it provides a platform for students to showcase their flair, versatility and innovativeness through an extensive array of outfits based on vast themes.
The collaborative effort by the graduating students of the 4-year BA (Honours) is aimed at showcasing their innovative design solutions and construction techniques to the industry. Students are required to demonstrate their aptitude for design development, fashion presentation, market knowledge and trend forecasting skills acquired through industry exposure and the duration of their course at Pearl. Ace fashion designers Mr. Shantanu Mehra and Mr. Nikhil Mehra graced the occasion as the chief guest.
Mr. A.K.G Nair, Group Director, Pearl Academy of Fashion said, “I am very privileged to present Pearl Academy of Fashion’s talent to the world. Portfolio marks the students’ journey along with their alma mater in realizing the diverse cultures and ethnicity which makes Indian fashion scene extremely unique and special”
Mr. Nair further added “Pearl Academy of Fashion imparts international quality education to its students to meet the dynamic needs of the fashion industry. Since the fashion industry is constantly evolving and is a highly consumer focused industry, the real challenge is to meet aspirations that keep shifting because of global influences.”

Read More about PAF students showcase their glittering collections at Portfolio @ Fibre2fashion

SportySexy expands Pocketbra line

SportySexy LLC, Orange County sport lingerie purveyor, introduces the expansion of its Pocketbra` sports bra collection. The Pocketbra is a convertible sports bra with built-in pockets for securing cash, credit cards, ID, and other essentials discretely and comfortably. Ideal for active women that travel, work out, or simply desire to leave their purse behind.

“In developing the Pocketbra, I asked women to identify their biggest problem areas with sports bras and to create a wish list,” said SportySexy founder Toni Ibabaza. “The desire for larger sizes and issues with strap dig-in, ventilation, chafing, support, and shaping, all came through loud and clear.”
The SportySexy bras are available in an average-figure style, The Pocketbra (sizes S-L), and a full-support style, the Pocketbra Vixen (sizes S-XL). Both sports bras are wireless, convertible, and feature built-in pockets, no-chafe fabric, molded cups, and sleek design lines that offer great shaping.

Read More about SportySexy expands Pocketbra line @ Fibre2fashion 

Pixie Lott’s show stopping summer collection for Lipsy

Following the sell-out success of her previous two fashion collections, British pop superstar and style sensation Pixie Lott has returned with another show stopping summer collection for Lipsy.

The collection is split between two distinct themes being Pixie Party and California Dreaming which encompass Pixie’s personal style as well as this season’s hottest trends.

Pixie Party is inspired by the Lipsy girls love of partying and this seasons hottest catwalk trendsincluding; colour blocking, brights and embellishment. Key features include asymmetrical dresses, hot colours of orange, pink and layered chiffons.

California Dreaming is all about vintage inspired style. This capsule collection has everything fromplaysuits, dress and separates in summer florals, dusky pinks, and chiffons. Flashes of delicate embellishment and animal print feature across many styles and collection highlights include a super-stylish chiffon swing top and pretty print maxi dress for instant festival chic.

Commenting on the new collection Pixie said: “I’m having such great fun turning my fashion ideas into another exciting range and am overwhelmed with the response so far. This time I’ve taken my inspiration from the floaty feminine florals of the 70’s to the neon brights of the Miami party scene and what I love to wear out with my friends”.

Read More about Pixie Lott’s show stopping summer collection for Lipsy @ Fibre2fashion

View More Pixie Lott’s Images

 

World’s first Fashion Hotel to be built in Dubai

Fashion TV, this week at the Cannes Film Festival, announced plans, in collaboration with the Al Habtoor Group, to launch the world’s first ever Fashion Hotel, in Dubai.

On Friday May 20, Michel Adam, President of Fashion TV global network, signed an agreement with Mohammed Al Habtoor, Vice Chairman and CEO of the Al , to establish the hotel at the ‘Most Liked Model Awards’ ceremony at the Majestic Hotel in Cannes.
The unique five-star establishment, to be located in the heart of Dubai, will be owned and operated by the Al Habtoor Group.
It will have 30-storeys and the exterior will display a projection using the world’s largest 100 metre LED screen, broadcasting the latest Fashion TV highlights, around the clock.
Its 200 rooms will be equipped with the most sophisticated climate control, lighting and audio-video technologies and will make extensive use of the latest 3D equipment. They have access too to Fashion TV’s 30 channels, as well as the biggest Fashion DVD library in the world, offering 50,000 DVDs on the history of fashion.

Read More about World’s first Fashion Hotel to be built in Dubai @ Fibre2fashion

Casino Royale-inspired student fashion show competition

The Art Institute of California – Inland Empire will host its third annual Fashion Empire 2011- Casino Royale scholarship fundraiser and student design competition fashion show on Saturday, June 11, 2011 at the Million Air Hangar located at 295 North Leland Norton Way, San Bernardino, CA 92408. The event promotes the school’s Fashion Designers and Fashion & Retail Management programs. All proceeds from the ticket and poker tournament sales will go towards scholarships for these programs.

The venue is a hangar for private jet planes, and was chosen to house the event because it encompasses the production’s “007, Casino Royale” theme. Additionally, the space will be staged for a stylish Casino Royale-inspired student fashion show competition. The Art Institute of California – Inland Empire Fashion Design students will be competing to earn a Grand Prize Scholarship of $2,500. The Second Place winner will earn a $1,000 Scholarship.
Adding to the evening’s glam factor is a special showcase featuring the couture designs of Project Runway designer Michael Costello. A special pre-fashion show performance will be made by America’s Best Dance Crew season four winners We Are Heroes; followed by headlining songstress, Macy Gray.

Read more about Casino Royale-inspired student fashion show competition @ Fibre2fashion

Costing pressure is impacting Gap business

Gap Inc reported that net income for the first quarter, which ended April 30, 2011, decreased 23 percent to $233 million compared with $302 million for the first quarter last year. Net sales decreased 1 percent to $3.30 billion, which includes the impact of the March 2011 earthquake and related events in Japan. Comparable sales, which includes associated comparable online sales, decreased 3 percent. First quarter diluted earnings per share was $0.40.

As stated earlier in the year, the company expects business performance during fiscal year 2011 to be heavily impacted by pressure from sourcing cost inflation, particularly in its value channels. While the company anticipated that the cost of goods would increase during the back half of the year, costs are actualizing above the initial estimates. The company now expects product costs per unit to be up about 20 percent in the back half of the year, which will more than outweigh retail price increases. As a result, the company has revised guidance for fiscal year 2011 diluted earnings per share to be in the range of $1.40 to $1.50.

Read More about Costing pressure is impacting Gap business @ Fibre2fashion

MODEPALAST to focus on GENERATIONS & GREEN

From May 27 to 29, MODEPALAST will take place in Vienna’s MAK – Austrian Museum of Applied Arts / Contemporary Art. On royal 3,000 square metres 160 international labels will present urban couture, accessories, shoes and jewellery. The new focus MODEPALAST GENERATIONS includes fashion for four generations. This year, special attention is drawn on visionary fashion for “best agers”.

In his ninth year, MODEPALAST doesn’t get tired of surprising with a new topic as well as more exhibitors. On an exhibition space that is twice as big as last year, Austria’s leading trade fair for fashion offers more diversity than ever: For the first time, also glasses and shoes will be presented.

The best for everybody: MODEPALAST GENERATIONS
“We want to offer our visitors fashion apart from mass goods. They get the chance to see and buy fair produced and up-to-date collections. With MODEPALAST GENERATIONS, we react to a recent development and offer mature and design-interested people the perfect outfit”, say Cloed Baumgartner and Jasmin Ladenhaufen, the organisers. Visitors can be looking forward to fashion, far away from pleated skirts and cardigans: Conscious, fresh and elegant are the collections of Anita Münz, BABO Bag, KATHARINA SCHMID, madams with a mission and HAM & EGGS (BG).

Read More about MODEPALAST to focus on GENERATIONS & GREEN @ Fibre2fashion

Kolkata leather cluster entities get Fibre2fashion glow

Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India is pleased to announce the online branding and promotion of Kolkata Leather Cluster through world’s leading internet platform – FIBRE2FASHION.
Kolkata Leather Cluster is being mentored by Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India as the facilitating agency and Small Industries Development Bank of India is the implementing agency.
Sponsors for this prestigious project are World Bank, Department for International Development UK (DFID), Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) and KfW Bankengruppe (KfW).
Informing this Mr T K Kumar, Project In Charge for EDI, Kolkata said, “Online branding and promotion was one of the main areas which we seek to promote our cluster entities in and hence we sought expertise of Fibre2fashion.com.”
Currently, four Kolkata Leather Cluster entities have been promoted through the micro website. They are Let’s, Om Leather, Podder Son’s Ex.L. Pvt. Ltd. and Rajda Industries and Exports Pvt. Ltd.
“All these entities produce excellent exportable leather products like gent’s wallets, notecases, credit card holders, ladies purses, card holders, bags – fashionable ladies handbags, Leather / canvas bags, gents folio, other items like laptop cases, file covers, folders, organiser, travel items, flexie tote bags, laptop case or laptop folio, soft luggage and other leather goods,” informed Mr Kumar.

Read More about Kolkata leather cluster entities get Fibre2fashion glow @ Fibre2fashion

Key works by Lillian Bassman at Donna Karan store

The Donna Karan store in London is set to host an exhibition of key works by Lillian Bassman, one of the most important fashion photographers of the 20th century. The exhibition runs from 11th May through to 11th July 2011.

In an exciting collaboration with The Wapping Project, Lillian Bassman’s distinctive black and white fashion photographs will for a time sit outside of the conventional gallery context within which they are now most often seen and form the heart of a series of quiet tutorial events led by Jules Wright, Director The Wapping Project, Jocelyn Phillips, Curator of Photography, Bonham’s Auction House, Ligaya Salazar, Curator of Fashion, V&A, Magda Kearney, Curator National Portrait Gallery, Curator of the London College of Fashion Gallery and Sue Seward, journalist. In a radical departure from the place in which photography is so often discussed, Bassman’s work will be focused within the world she so perfectly captured on film.

Lillian Bassman's experimental and romantic visions revolutionised fashion photography. In fact, Vanity Fair magazine singled her out as one of photography's "grand masters." Full of mystery, sensuality, and expressionistic glamour, Ms. Bassman's dramatic black and white photographs capture secret moments and dream memories. Twenty of Bassman’s elegant, graceful and totally original works will be on display in the Donna Karan store. 

Read More about Key works by Lillian Bassman at Donna Karan store @ Fibre2fashion

Austin Fashion Week coming soon

Austin Fashion Week 2011 will be filled with over 150 events from August 20-27. Following are the highlights:

Saturday, August 20: AUSTIN FASHION WEEK KickOff (Cowboy Harley Davidson Showroom). Expect a stunning runway show featuring local and national talent combined with Austin’s own Mash Up Teams (made up of a hair stylist, makeup artist, photographer, model and as many designers as it takes to complete the look). Fashion paired with live music, fantastic food and cosmic cocktails equals an amazing night out!
Sunday, August 21 through Friday, August 26: AUSTIN FASHION WEEK SHOWCASE EVENTS. Designers paired with local Retail and Salon locations. The best of the best of Texas-based designers will be selected to showcase their work throughout the city in gorgeous retail and salon spaces. The week will once again have a daily focus by neighborhood:
• Sunday, August 21: Midtown
• Monday, August 22: Downtown (aside from 2ND Street)
• Tuesday, August 23: West Austin Presented by the Hill Country Galleria
• Wednesday, August 24: South Austin
• Thursday, August 25: 2ND Street District
• Friday, August 26: North Austin

Read More about Austin Fashion Week coming soon @ Fibre2fashion

Bangalore Fashion Week goes Winter Festive this July

Bangalore Fashion Week (BFW) has been conceived and created with a vision to Showcase Indian Fashion Industry to The Global Fashion World. The objective of BFW will be to create business relationships and to facilitate a dialogue between designers and trade buyers. The 5th Edition is Scheduled between the 28th & 31st July. 2011 at Bangalore.

Bangalore Fashion Week goes Winter Festive This July 2011
India, the land of varied cultures and traditions is a land of festivals and fairs.
It is a land of festivity. Whether you go to the East or the West, North or the South you would be able to enjoy every month a festival or a fair. Be it cultural or religious, it gives everyone an opportunity to enjoy and join the festivity.
Festive Season would be more apt for The Indian Market and hence The Launch of The New Season - Festive Season.
BFW introduced the concept of a Festive platform for Indian designers in the month of July 2009
This commitment to Festive will provide increased exposure for Indian designers to buyers, media and the fashion industry both in India and abroad.

Read More about Bangalore Fashion Week goes Winter Festive this July @ Fibre2fashion

Gujarat CM intervenes on Indian cotton export situation

Chief Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi of Gujarat, India's number one cotton producing state has stated that the export policy of the Indian Union Government is anti-farmer one and has written an urgent letter to Indian Prime Minister, Mr. Manmohan Singh.

The letter sent by Mr. Modi insists that the Indian government should lift the cotton export ban immediately. Gujarat Chief Minister has also requested a separate export allocation of 10 lakh (1 million) bales of 170 kg each for his state. "While internationally cotton prices are increasing, we are having opposite experience at home-front where prices are going down," said Mr. Modi.
In his letter to Indian Prime Minister, Mr. Modi pointed out that cotton producers have no arrangement to store their yield and therefore they are compelled to sell cotton at lower prices. In commenting on the price crash, the chief minister said, "BT cotton Shankar 6's price has come down from Rupees 44,000 per candy from earlier Rupees 62,500, while short staple V 797 cotton price is down at Rupees 25,000 from earlier Rupees 50,000 per candy. Raw BT Cotton was priced at Rupees 7,250, but now its price is 40% down."
The Chief Minister also pointed out that while last year 295 lakh bales cotton was produced and 85 lakh export quota was approved, this year there has been 330 lakh bales production, but the approved export quota is only 55 lakh bales.

Read more about Gujarat CM intervenes on Indian cotton export situation @ Fibre2fashion

New Pantone Nylon Brights adds color vibrancy to your designs

Pantone LLC, an X-Rite company and the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, today introduced the PANTONE FASHION + HOME nylon brights collection. With 21 electric shades in a nylon format, the PANTONE FASHION + HOME nylon brights collection provides designers developing products in nylon materials with an internationally-recognized standard for accurate color selection, specification and reproduction.

Fashion often dictates industry trends and the shift to brights is no exception. Vivid brights deliberately clash to make products stand out and better express society’s eclectic nature. “After years of ‘playing it safe,’ consumers are once again embracing color – in a big way,” said Laurie Pressman, vice president of fashion, home and interiors at Pantone. “From the runway to the retail selling floor, vibrant, lively colors continue to make an impact on the world of fashion and design. Our nylon brights collection was developed to inspire designers with a selection of colors that energize and excite.”
Bright colors serve as powerful inspiration and stimulate a renewed sense of creativity among designers. Vibrantly colored athletic apparel, swimwear, footwear, women’s wear, intimate apparel, hosiery and accessories appearing on the runways have inspired stylish splashes of hot hues in housewares, luggage and industrial textiles.

Read More about New Pantone Nylon Brights adds color vibrancy to your designs @ Fibre2fashion

Baltimore Fashion Week sponsorships creatively birthed

This year the creative marketing team of Baltimore Fashion Week decided to make the sponsorship levels as inviting as the European structure that will be coming to Baltimore August 18 – 21, 2011, so they decided to name the levels after well-known designers. With names such as Louis Vuitton, Versace, Ralph Lauren, Coco Chanel, Yves Saint Lauren and Marc Jacobs, the sponsorship packages must be just as fashionable in a marketing kind of way.

In the past three years Baltimore Fashion Week has had a collective number of 5,172 guests to attend this event. This year we will have a total number of 2,080 guests over the 4-day event. These numbers include a total of 370 seated guests and 150 standing guests, but it does not include designers, production team, interns/volunteers, models, hair stylists, make-up artists, security personnel, and business boutique owners [vendors].
Baltimore Fashion Week has always been held inside of a building/venue. True fashion week events are held inside of a European Structure, known to many as the “tent.” Last year, the decision was made to move the event from inside of a building/venue to a structure. Enhancing this event to this level meant having the professionals to perform this task, so the event service professionals of Karl’s Events will also be erecting our structure.

Read more about Baltimore Fashion Week sponsorships creatively birthed @ Fibre2fashion

Y-Stuff, a fashion label for youth by Y-Films (Yash Raj Films)

Y-Films is committed to breaking a genre and creating and building an audience. The idea is to detonate boundaries. And most importantly, do it with style. Which basically means that Y-Films is more than just a film production house. It is an attitude. And if it is an attitude, it must be available in small, medium and large and it must be worn.

That’s how Y-Stuff was born. The official clothing line of the coolest film production house in Bollywood. The first collection from the label is inspired by our movie, Luv Ka The End.
The clothing range captures moments from the gory and bloody viral ‘Teddy Series’ and also echoes the rebellious spirit of the brand. Some really funny lines and sexy designs found their way to a whole range of merchandise like tees, boxers and bags.

Read More about Y-Stuff, a fashion label for youth by Y-Films (Yash Raj Films)  @ Fibre2fashion

Ester sunshine lifts retailing; Royal Wedding feel good factor

UK retail sales values were up 5.2% on a like-for-like basis from April 2010, when sales had fallen 2.3% as only Easter Sunday and Monday fell into the April trading period. This year all of Easter was in April's trading period. On a total basis, sales were up 6.9%, against a 0.2% decrease in April 2010.

Food sales returned to growth after March's Easter-distorted fall. Clothing and footwear benefited from the warm weather, as did outdoor DIY and leisure. But indoor products suffered, with big-ticket items hardest hit and often promotion-led, amid continued consumer uncertainty about job and income prospects.
Non-food non-store (internet, mail-order and phone) sales growth picked up in April. Sales were 13.7% higher than a year ago, recovering from the exceptionally small 7.5% gain in March. Taking the two months together, underlying growth was little changed from earlier this year.
Stephen Robertson, Director General, British Retail Consortium, said:

"Easter and the Royal Wedding bank holiday provided a badly needed boost to many retailers during April. Food sales were strong leading up to Good Friday, suggesting most families prioritised their spending on the Easter celebrations. The hottest April since records began got people out spending on summer clothing and footwear.

Read More about Ester sunshine lifts retailing; Royal Wedding feel good factor @ Fibre2fashion

DHL Fashion Export Scholarship open for entries

DHL, the world's leading express and logistics company, is calling for emerging fashion exporters to enter the 2011 DHL Fashion Export Scholarship. In its second year, the Scholarship aims to identify Australia’s emerging fashion talent and assist them in achieving international business growth.

The 2011 DHL Fashion Export Scholarship is open to Australian fashion exporters who have been exporting for less than four years. The winner will receive a tailored export mentoring program and international freight to the value of $10,000 from DHL Express.
“DHL is a proud supporter of the Australian fashion industry and we’re excited to have the opportunity to work with some inspiring home-grown designers and assist them in reaching their international exporting potential,” said Gary Edstein, senior vice president, DHL Express Oceania.
“The clothing manufacturing industry is incredibly important and contributes over $2.9 billion to the Australian economy and export sector. The DHL Fashion Export Scholarship aims to recognise and support the fashion industry by presenting a unique opportunity for designers to receive export services and education,” said Gary Edstein, senior vice president, DHL Express Oceania.

Read More about DHL Fashion Export Scholarship open for entries @ Fibre2fashion

Final two contestants competing for Macy's Million Dollar Makeover

After 19,000 applications from across the country, eight incredible makeovers and eight captivating weeks of viral campaigning, Macy's announced the final two contestants competing for the life-changing "Macy' Million Dollar Makeover with Clinton Kelly." A coast-to-coast competition ensues as Anna Marie Chestnut of Schwenksville, PA, and Amy Ferrell of Wenatchee, WA, contend for $1 million worth of products, services, cash and experiences to suit their personal goals and needs.

"As the competition narrows, I continue to be captivated by the final two contestants America has chosen as their favorites to compete for Macy's Million Dollar Makeover," said Clinton Kelly, style expert for Macy's and co-host of TLC's What Not to Wear. "Both women are an inspiration and equally deserving of such a grand prize. They have come so far, I hope my style expertise and motivational guidance gave each of them the edge they need to be the ultimate winner."
Beginning today at www.facebook.com/macys, viewers that "like" Macy's can watch the semifinal videos featuring Clinton's personal interviews with each of the contestants, answering questions from Facebook fans and discussing their unique plans if they win. Fans can then vote for the contestant they believe deserves to be crowned winner of "Macy's Million Dollar Makeover with Clinton Kelly" and tune-in online at Macy's Facebook page on Tuesday, May 24 at noon to find out who wins it all!

Read More about Final two contestants competing for Macy's Million Dollar Makeover @ Fibre2fashion

Celebrate the summer, 70s style with Boden

Ah, the 1970s. No other decade did "Eye Catching" quite like it, with its bright colours, stunning patterns and sunglasses big enough to hide a car behind. If you were too young to experience the decade in all its glory, then have no fear - Boden are here to give you a taste with their new range of funky attire.
You can celebrate the hot weather 70s style, stepping out into the Sun in one of our Voile Maxi dress, a Funky Bikini, Beach Wear and towel packed in your Big Beach Bag. Once you get to the seaside, just kick off your comfy Elastic Espadrilles, slip into your swimming togs and you're good to go.
For the evening, while beach wear's acceptable in some places, sometimes you want to spruce yourself up a bit for a night of seventies romance in the sunset, so slip on the Tropical Maxi Dress, or the gorgeously patterned Silk Flutter Shift Dress, kick on your Soft Knot Wedges and set the whole outfit off with the gloriously retro Cluster Pendant.

Read More about Celebrate the summer, 70s style with Boden @ Fibre2fashion

BGMEA demands duty-free import of machinery

The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) has demanded of the government to reduce the import duty on machinery and spare parts and to extend the bonding facility period.

The demands were set forth by a BGMEA team headed by the association President Shafiul Islam Mohiuddin, during a meeting with Dr Nasiruddin Ahmed, Chairman of National Board of Revenue (NBR).
The BGMEA requested the government to allow duty-free import of all sort of spare parts, safety equipments and devices, machinery and other building construction materials that are required for production.
Mohiuddin revealed that, the small and medium sized garment businesses are facing more difficulties as they operate in rented premises, and thus need to pay extra nine percent VAT (Value Added Tax) on rented premises.

Read more about BGMEA demands duty-free import of machinery @ Fibre2fashion

Global Buyout Fund will buy stake in Turkish Yargici

Global Capital Management LTD, the alternative asset management arm of Global Investment House (Global), announced that the Global Buyout Fund (the Fund) has reached an agreement to acquire a stake in Yargici Konfeksiyon Ihracat ve Ticaret A.S. (Yargici), the leading upmarket women's apparel and accessories retailer in Turkey. Transaction will be finalized subject to regulatory approval.

Founded in 1978, Yargici is a premium retailer of womens apparel and accessories, operating in Istanbul (17), Ankara (2), Izmir (2), Bodrum (1) and Paris (1) with 23 stores and employs 252 people. Target customer base of the company is concentrated in the upper-middle to high income segment, within the range of A and B+ classes and aged between 19 and 55. The Company's sales grew at a CAGR of 32% between 2008 and 2010, whereas the women's apparel market grew at a CAGR of 2% during the same period.
Yargici store are categorized under two concepts as “Yargici” and “Yargici Accessories”. “Yargici Accessories” stores offer jewelry products as well as shawl, shoes, bags, purse, gloves, belts and  leatherhairclips. “Yargici” concept stores are larger in size and offer both accessories products and apparel products such as ladies' shirt, skirts, dress, and jacket.
The Turkish women's apparel market has an estimated size of around USD3.6bn as of 2010. The market is expected to grow with a CAGR of 8% over the next 5 years. The growth is influenced by increasing income levels, changes in life style and increase in number of working women.
The investment by Global Buyout Fund will support Yargici's growth plans, focused on further penetration in Turkey and entry into major European and Middle Eastern markets.
Yargici opened its first international store in Paris in September 2010, and will continue its international store rollout in France, the UK and in major GCC markets. In Turkey Yargici plans to further penetrate the Anatolian region with a new “shoes & bags” store format, and introduce an extensive “lifestyle” store concept in Istanbul.

Read More about Global Buyout Fund will buy stake in Turkish Yargici @ Fibre2fashion

BFC announces Graduate Preview Day winners

The British Fashion Council (BFC) announces the winners of the BFC Colleges Council Graduate Preview Day Awards.

The ‘Fashion Monitor Colleges Portfolio Award’ in association with the BFC goes to Univeristy of Salford; The ‘WGSN Digital Presentation Award’ in association with the BFC goes to London College of Fashion; The ‘BFC Fashion Illustration Award’ in association with Fashion Monitor goes to De Montfort University.
The 27 exhibiting colleges submitted portfolios to be judged by a panel of industry experts. The judging panel, headed by Chair of the Colleges Council Anne Tyrrell, also included Hannah White, Editor of Fashion Monitor; Lauretta Roberts, Digital Development Director of WGSN; Nick Chalkley, General Merchandise Manager of Harrods and Caroline Burstein, Creative Director of Browns.
“It has been incredibly exciting to see representatives from such influential and important companies such as Harrods, Browns, Vogue Italia, Nicole Farhi, Selfridges, Vogue UK, Warehouse, Marks and Spencer, Max Mara, Maria Luisa, Aquascutum, Love Magazine, Another Magazine and Debenhams attending the preview day. The work on display is second to none and really showcases the amazing talent the UK colleges have to offer” said Anne Tyrrell, Chair of the Colleges Council.
Caroline Rush, Chief Executive of the British Fashion Council, said “Graduate Preview Day is such an important day for both the colleges and the industry. It gives the design teams of our British retailers and designers a chance to see the talent which is entering the industry later in the year”

Read more about BFC announces Graduate Preview Day winners @ Fibre2fashion

Dots premiere sponsor at Fashion Week Cleveland

Dots LLC, the fashion apparel specialty store announces its partnership with Fashion Week Cleveland (FWC), the "educational fashion week" and annual conference and convention held during the first week of May in Cleveland, Ohio.

As one of the only major fashion retail brands based out of the Cleveland area, Dots has united with Fashion Week Cleveland not only as a premiere sponsor to cultivate the talent of local designers, but also to build awareness for the city's growing retail community and rich fashion history. Dots will have an active role at the final Fashion Week Cleveland events this Saturday, May 7th, where Dots will showcase its styles, educate guests on upcoming industry trends, and support designers participating in concluding runway shows at the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum by outfitting models in Dots shoes and accessories.
"As a Cleveland-based business, we are proud to support Fashion Week Cleveland," said Rick Bunka, Dots CEO. "We believe in the importance of helping local designers and emerging talent through community involvement and are thrilled to have a partnership with this great organization."
Differentiating itself from Fashion Week in other major cities across the country, Fashion Week Cleveland prides itself on being an educational tool, where its festivities seek to inform consumers and industry leaders about the cultural importance and economic magnitude of fashion design, manufacturing, marketing and merchandising, through classic and creative runway shows, films, exhibits, lectures, seminars, workshops and more. Fashion Week Cleveland fosters up-and-coming talent by providing collegiate designers with a platform to showcase their creations in a manner that is unprecedented elsewhere in the country.

Read More about Dots premiere sponsor at Fashion Week Cleveland @ Fibre2fashion

‘Sun made of Stars’ a new symbol of European Fashion Council

21 projects by artists from 7 countries, including representatives from South Africa and the U.S. were the nominated proposals for final voting held in April this year for the international competition for an overall identity of the European Fashion Council. Presidential Council composed of 18 Member States gave its full attention on each one, given the importance of the final choice – to represent in one visual, text and music symbol not only the European Fashion Institution, but also the interests of the European Commission and European Parliament in the field of fashion, fashion design and creative industries.

With most votes received, and undaubtfully with its design, force and magnetism, the project by the Dutch designer Frank VERSPOOR eliminated all competition and determined the direction for the development of the overall visual identity of the European Fashion Council. "With the logo image I see a sun made of stars." the author specifies. "The 3 rings of 12 stars illustrate another dimension of activity inside the original EU 12 star logo; they illustrate the activity of EFC inside the EU. As a logo it has richness and luxury feeling." It also shows the Unity and the strong successful intentional leadership of the European Fashion Industry! The project of Frank VERSPOOR adds another pearl in the multifaceted career of the gifted jeweler, graphic designer, owner of the World fashion calendar COSMOWORLS, Humanitarian Media, Internet Yellow, Blue, Red – the New World Color TV channels. For the pride of the EFC he is its member responsible for promotion of European Design and Creativity!
With the same compelling force, but expressed in words, the project of the Bulgarian, Nadya VALEVA, was a winner. "Union of arts and ideas" is the slogan, which expresses and shows to the fullest the nature and mission of the European Fashion Council – to be an ambassador of the creators of culture, art and education, in politics, economy, sports, humanitarian, environmental and charity work through the united strength of Fashion and Fashion Design. On the other hand the deep meaning of the slogan, which will be presented in English and French, shows the entrepreneurship of the European fashion institution. Expresses its potential to realize public ideas, causes, to preserve values and developed on a grand scale the goals and ideals of the European and World community for peace, beauty and harmony, for a clean and ethical world, because they bring with their meaning cultural and economic growth not only for the member states of the European Fashion Council, but also for its partners.

Read more about ‘Sun made of Stars’ a new symbol of European Fashion Council @ Fibre2fashion

Bon-Ton & designer Bartlett jointly unveil new line

The Bon Ton Stores Inc and menswear designer John Bartlett unveiled on April 27, 2011 the inaugural collection from the partnership announced last fall. The media presentation, held in New York City at The Ace Hotel, showcased pieces from the fall collections of John Bartlett Consensus and John Bartlett Statements, menswear brands offering sportswear, furnishings and suiting. The collections will be available in all Bon-Ton stores in August 2011. The collection will be launched with a media and marketing program and personal appearances by John Bartlett.

Bud Bergren, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Bon-Ton Stores, commented, “We are very excited about our partnership with John. We believe John’s collection, along with our extensive portfolio of exclusive private and national brand offerings, is going to differentiate us from our competition. I think our customers will find John Bartlett Consensus and John Bartlett Statements to be right on trend and offer terrific value.”

Read More about Bon-Ton & designer Bartlett jointly unveil new line @ Fibre2fashion

A-listers such as Fergie turn to Bowes for haute streetwea

A-listers like Fergie,Tommy Lee,Alicia Keys, Nina Dobrev & Pink, turn to Aussie Designer Nicholas Bowes & his Luxe Streetwear line Krma Clothing.

Over the last decade, young designers have popped up all over Los Angeles. Like the world of reality celebrities and their phenomenal pop culture influence, Los Angeles is finally emerging from fashion’s underdog to fashion’s MVP.
This could certainly earn tinsel-town the title of North America’s West End, as in London’s iconic incubator district, where influential young Brit’s in the 70’s & 80’s challenged and changed an entire fashion establishment forever. Now with Los Angeles’ in flux of young international brands banking on a piece of American pie, (sales and celebs) LA has truly become the platform for what’s next in fashion.
Australian born, now Los Angeles based designer Nicholas Bowes, who recently appeared on “America’s Next Great Restaurant” and his street cult-chic line KRMA, (Kangaroos Roam Mainland Australia) has certainly made LA’s who’s next radar. No stranger to the fashion world, Bowes began his career as a model in the late 90’s, but soon cultivated his fashion interests into designing vintage graphic tees.
After relocating to Los Angeles in 2006, Bowes has expanded his down under tees to wear with his now perfect wovens, rock star leather leggings, and his iconic cropped leather jackets that Pink and Alicia Keyes just can’t stop wearing. Add Adrian Grenier, Fergie and Bowes’ gal pal Nina Dobrev to KRMA’s roster of fans, and you have a brand that’s become a cult celebrity must have. Dobrev loves the KRMA line so much, she has approached Bowes to collaborate on a capsule collection of sexy leather jackets.

Read More about A-listers such as Fergie turn to Bowes for haute streetwear @ Fibre2fashion

France may bring Good News for Indian Fashionistas

Times in offing may bring along music to the ears of Indian Fashionistas soon, as hi-fashion apparel brands have started exploring avenues to be available to these fashion savvies pan India – the nation of opportunities.

Tomorrow, at Novotel Hotel located in Mumbai, the French Trade Commission of the French Embassy in India is to hold a B2B meeting for four reknowned French retail brands to meet potential partners for the Indian market in Mumbai.
“Cocomenthe, Didier Parakian, Vespucci Sarl, and Naf Naf are coming to single out their Indian business partners,” informs Mrs Brinder Rault, Trade Advisor, French Trade Commission, in an exclusive chinwag with News team at Fibre2fashion.com.
The delegation will be led by Patricia Brafman, International Director of French Federation of Pret-A-Porter Feminin (FFPAPF).
“This is their first visit to India,” she remarks. Further detailing, Mrs Rault describes that they are planning to bring bigger delegation to India next year.
“The potential of Indian market is really very huge for hi-end french brands, ” the advisor, in admiration, ascribes the idea behind this movement.
Attuning the same note Mr Patrick Gambirasio, President Director General, Cocomenthe, who has come to participate in this meeting, pours out- “India is very lucrative in the context of more creative, more European, hi-end luxury brands like Cocomenthe.”

Read More about France may bring Good News for Indian Fashionistas @ Fibre2fashion

Baroda gets its first 'Arvind Experience Store'

Arvind Ltd., a leading denim producer and retailer in India, unveiled its first 'Arvind Experience Store' at Baroda in Gujarat, which is the firm’s eighth outlet in the country.

The company intends to launch in all 100 such outlets pan-India, through 2011-12.
Mr Sanjay Lalbhai, Chairman and Managing Director of Arvind Ltd. while speaking about the company’s future plans said that, they have already launched seven such outlets in Andhra Pradesh, and with launch of the first outlet in Gujarat, they are eyeing to launch another 92 outlets nationwide to take the total number of outlets to 100 by close of current fiscal year.
‘Arvind Experience Store’ is a prototype for the fabric retail channel. The store supports a contemporary and innovative layout, and on display is the entire range of Arvind products. The store, offers tailoring and complete lifestyle solution.
The Baroda outlet is spread out on an area of 2000 sq ft and displays top-notch brands like Flying Machine, US POLO and Arrow.

Read More about Baroda gets its first 'Arvind Experience Store' @ Fibre2fashion

It’s Tee-time again; TeeZing under ‘Cotton for all Seasons’

Cotton Council International (CCI) is excited to announce the third edition of its tee shirt design competition TeeZing. The theme this year is “Cotton for all Seasons”. The competition pays homage to everyone’s favourite cotton garment – the tee shirt. Always in style, there’s a tee shirt for every occasion and this year we’re asking participants to show us how it works for all seasons. The competition is open to young and old and is a fun way to express what cotton means to them in every season. The competition will run from April 26 to June 4, 2011.

Entries for TeeZing 2011 are invited from the school as well as the general category. The top three national winners of TeeZing will be awarded cash prizes worth Rs.100,000/, Rs. 75,000/- and Rs.50,000/- respectively in the general category. Additionally, the top 3 designs / entries from schools will be awarded cash prizes worth Rs.15,000/, Rs. 10,000/- and Rs.5,000/- respectively. Top designers will also get a chance to be featured in Platform magazine. To increase the chances of winning for each participant, CCI has allowed multiple entry options.
“TeeZing is a fun way to celebrate the humble tee shirt and highlight cotton’s style quotient. Creativity, fun and fashion come together in this competition, making it one of our most popular activities. This year we hope to inspire people to think of cotton in a new way with the theme “Cotton for all Seasons”. Weaving its way through our lives, cotton is truly a year-round fibre,” said Ms. Agnieszka Fijol, Cotton Council International Representative (Program Head-India).

Read More about It’s Tee-time again; TeeZing under ‘Cotton for all Seasons’ @ Fibre2fashion

ActivewearUSA buys assets of Asana Activewear

ActivewearUSA announced it has acquired the assets of Asana Activewear, a Charlotte, NC based company that sells high end women’s performance activewear.

Through this acquisition, ActivewearUSA expands its business with a very strong customer base in the Charlotte area. The acquisition will also see the activewear brand portfolio of ActivewearUSA grow by 30 percent.
"The acquisition of Asana Activewear is very much aligned with ActivewearUSA’s initiative to build strong relationships with local communities” says Avi Woolman, Founder and CEO of ActivewearUSA. “Asana Activewear has very strong relationships with the local Charlotte fitness community and we look forward to building on that as we move forward.”
As part of the acquisition, Gary Schwake, President of Asana Activewear, will join the advisory board of ActivewearUSA.
“We are delighted with the acquisition”, says Gary Schwake. “This will allow our customers to buy the greatest activewear brands from a local Charlotte company with a strong focus on customer service. Moreover ActivewearUSA.com sells activewear brands that our clientele is already familiar with, such as Margarita Activewear, ION Actif, MPG and many more.”

Read More about ActivewearUSA buys assets of Asana Activewear @ Fibre2fashion

Nike introduces Manny Pacquiao summer collection

Born with the quickness of a cheetah and heart of a lion, Emmanuel Dapidran Pacquiao embodies the spirit of a champion. As a 32-year old southpaw with a remarkable 52 professional victories, the “People’s Champ” holds a deep loyalty to his Filipino roots and was officially proclaimed congressman of the district of Sarangani in the Philippines last year.

Raised in Kibawe, Bukidnon, Philippines, Manny began his boxing career at 14 years old and hasn’t looked back since – winning eight different weight divisions over his career. A defining factor to Manny’s success has been his relentless discipline and dedication to training. Boxers’ physical and mental limits are stretched to the max after training that often reaches months.
As Manny prepares for the upcoming bout on May 7, 2011, Nike is celebrating the event with a product collection meant for the athlete and casual fan alike. In keeping to Manny’s Filipino heritage, the t-shirt collection showcases inspirational elements with bold and classy graphics representing the “Fighting Pride of the Philippines” and his championship pedigree. Graphic elements reflecting Manny’s personal life such as his beloved Jack Russell terrier dog, gym, love for darts, national pride and home city are incorporated into the t-shirt designs for fans to enjoy. The footwear is built for Manny’s speed, agility and power while representing the pinnacle of Nike’s training innovation with designs and materials fit for the intense training regimen of multisport athletes.

Read More about Nike introduces Manny Pacquiao summer collection @ Fibre2fashion