Apparel Accessories

Forever 21's New 'Choker' Causes Major Backlash
December 7, 2016 at 10:23 am

Maybe Forever 21 is just ahead of its time, or maybe it's pulling our legs. Either way, its latest look is definitely avant-garde. Because the '90s are back in style, chokers are the latest trending…

NFL Sees Revenue Boon in Expanding Merchandise
November 21, 2016 at 3:07 pm

To gear up for Super Bowl 50, the NFL debuted a collection of women's apparel at the first NFL Style Showdown. The collection included big-name brands, like Majestic, Nike and…

6 Cold Weather Accessories Your Business Needs for Fall
November 2, 2016 at 4:40 pm

While we East Coast residents have enjoyed a warmer couple of weeks of fall, the party seems to be over. With mornings ducking to 40 degrees, it might be time to transition to cold weather apparel and accessories. There’s no better time for your business to take advantage of the cold front, and your clients' end-users…

Wearable Tech Market Could Reach Nearly $1B by 2020
October 19, 2016 at 6:14 pm

After the information on a New Jersey man's Fitbit gave doctors vital, life-saving information, we started thinking more seriously about the impact of wearable technology items and their role in…

The Wrap: Sarah Jessica Parker Launches Dress Collection and More
October 11, 2016 at 9:05 pm

Here's what's happening this week in the apparel world ... "Sex and the City" fans, be prepared to experience deja vu. Sarah Jessica Parker launched the first piece from her Bloomingdales collection, and we definitely think Carrie Bradshaw would have worn it on a date with Big. According to People, the fit-and-flare tulle "Title" dress is $365…

The Wrap: H&M Pulls Plus-Size Clothing from Several Stores & More
October 5, 2016 at 3:34 pm

Here’s what’s happening this week in the apparel world … H&M made a bold move and pulled its plus-size clothing from several stores, according to Revelist. An H&M spokesperson said the company needs the space from the plus-size collection to make room for other fashion lines, like athletic wear, beauty and home. Seeing as the average…

6 Watches and Jewelry Items to Accessorize Any Look
September 28, 2016 at 3:03 pm

We may not be fashion experts, but we understand the importance of accessories. Whether it’s a classy-looking watch, a helpful fitness bracelet, a shiny lapel pin or a sparkly pair of earrings, accessories can make a big difference in an outfit. That’s why we’ve…

16 Spice Girls-inspired Promotional Products (Because Why Not?)
September 21, 2016 at 2:48 pm

Maybe it's just me, but when the news gets to be too much to bear, I tend to reminisce. I think about simpler times, like my childhood—Nickelodeon shows, yo-yos, saying "wazzup" for no reason and, of course, the Spice Girls. The Spice Girls were, and still are, my everything. I've seen them in concert twice,…

Pantone Names Top 10 Colors of Spring 2017
September 21, 2016 at 12:05 pm

Fashion shows might not have much bearing on everyday wear or promotional apparel, but one area where they can set real-world trends is color. Just ask Pantone, which released its top 10 colors of spring 2017 after recently attending New York Fashion Week...

Harley-Davidson Suing Forever 21 for Trademark Infringement
September 21, 2016 at 8:03 am

Yes, you read the headline right. Motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson Inc. is suing the fast-fashion, teen retailer Forever 21 for trademark infringement. According to Milwaukee Business Times, the lawsuit alleges that Forever 21 sold motorcycle-style jackets with a patch that copied off Harley-Davidson’s famous (and trademarked) bar and shield logo...