Apparel

TAIPEI, Taiwan—Confronted with an ever-growing pile of old newspapers, Taiwanese fashion designer Colin Lin came up with the idea of using them to make shoes and tote bags for her environmentally friendly footwear company.

Lin, 50, says they are now hot items in Taiwan as well as markets from the United States to Europe, finding a niche with green-minded customers who have a fondness for novelty.

Since the products were launched late last year, the firm has sold about 4,000 pairs of shoes made of recycled papers, Lin said, a fraction of its many lines of footwear. Click here to read the entire story from the Huffingtonpost.com.

Neet Feet—Kauai Leather Flip Flop

The Kauai Leather Flip Flop from Neet Feet is an all-leather upper flip-flop featuring a recessed insole, arch support, three-layer Pantone color EVA/rubber sole and embroidered leather straps. The Kauai is a top-of-the-line incentive travel amenity and wearable gift. They are also available with an optional "Logo Footprint" that leaves an imprint in the sand.

Pro Towels Etc.—Velour Spa Slippers

These terry velour slippers from Pro Towels Etc. feature a Velcro closure allowing for easy embroidery. The TPR sole is skid-resistant and the slipper is made of 100 percent cotton terry velour fabric. Truly a classic promotion for spa and travel promotions.

Anvil Knitwear Inc., New York, announced the launch of trackmyt.com, a groundbreaking, interactive Web site that chronicles and brings to life the complete journey and environmental impact of a T-shirt, from cotton seed to consumer. The site, which specifically tracks T-shirts for youth ages two to 12, allows users to explore cotton farms, a gin and spinners, as well as Anvil's textile mill, cut and sew plants, and distribution facility—all by inputting a unique tracking number printed on their very own shirt

Robbing a jewelry store might sound like a good idea (diamonds! pearls!), but jail probably isn’t worth the risk.

You can still dress the part.

Just pick up a few pieces from the Thieves fall collection. The Canadian label’s new online shop is stocked with sustainable, modern separates you’ll want to get your sticky fingers on.
Click here to see photos on Thedailycandy.com.

There is something about sequins and holidays that just fit together.  It is as though designers and retailers know that anything with sequins will sell around the holidays and this year, there is no exception.  Again sequin styles will have women shinning bright at the holiday parties.  While this trend has occurred time and again, this season sequins and paillettes may turn up in unexpected places such as on ankle boots for example.  Necklaces and handbags will also shine with large rhinestones and glitter to match the glamor of New Years Eve in Time Square.  

Click here for the entire story from Elle.com.
 

Trevose, Pennsylvania-based BroderBros. Co. announced its third quarter 2009 revenue financial position. Third quarter 2009 net sales were $193.0 million compared to $252.3 million for the third quarter 2008.

Hebron, Ohio-based Heritage Sportswear Inc., a leading wholesaler of imprintable apparel and accessories, announced the company's partnership with apparel manufacturer JERZEES for a month-long fleece promotion awarding prizes that include five Garmin Navigation Systems, five iPOD touch MP3 players, five 26" HDTVs, and four Apple MacBook Air laptops.

SanMar—Port Authority Signature Ladies Fine-Gauge Crew-neck Cardigan Sweaters
The soft and luxurious Port Authority signature crew-neck cardigan sweater by SanMar can be worn as a sweater set or alone for many versatile and classic looks. The hand-knit sleeve seaming ensures wearers this sweater can handle repeated wear and washing. Featuring combed cotton and 1x1 knit ribbing, the sweater never loses shape, allowing for the ultimate in flattering looks for women of every body type.

Philadelphia-based Bodek and Rhodes, one of the leading wholesalers of imprintable activewear, announced it will include four new brands of apparel in its 2010 catalog, to be released in November, in advance of new year promotions programs. Bodek and Rhodes will offer a total of 38 brands, once the new brands are introduced.