Schmatta: Rags To Riches To Rags brings to life the vibrant, unexpected history of the Garment District which for many years was the heart and soul of Midtown Manhattan, but is now in danger of disappearing. For thousands of immigrants the garment industry was a path to their American Dream, but today most of those jobs are gone.
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Apparel
Cincinnati-based TSC Apparel is the successor company in ProFill Holdings’ 2000 acquisition of T-Shirt City and California Shirt Sales, and subsequent merger with Georgia Tees–three long-recognized industry suppliers that have played prominent roles in developing the imprinted sportswear supply chain over the last 30 years.
SanMar—District Threads Ladies' Velour Fitted Flare Pants
Low-rise and sassy, these fitted flare pants have a comfortable waistband for a couture look. They are made from an 80/20 cotton/poly blend and feature a double-needle flatlock hem at bottom. The drawstring is dyed to match the pant in order to complete the design. The comeback of velour has officially arrived.
Kavio—Yoga Capri Pant in 1x1 Rib
Finally a yoga pant that gives the freedom to move. These capri-style pants offer a flattering, body-hugging form. For a looser fitting pant, distributors can choose one size larger, depending on the need of the end-buyer. Pants are available in sizes S to XL
Winston-Salem, North Carolina-based Hanesbrands Inc., of which the promotional branch Hanes Printables is a part, announced it will host a live Internet audio webcast of its third-quarter investor conference call at 5 pm. EDT on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009.
Hopkins, Minnesota-based River's End Trading Company thanked customers for their business and looked ahead at 2010.
From leather to PVC, show your tough-chic side in the season’s hottest staple.
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Hebron, Ohio-based Heritage Sportswear Inc., announced Champion, KC Caps, Kariban, Liberty Bags and Timberland have been added to the company's 2010 brand roster. “Great additions equal great sales,” said Terry Cline
It’s early, but Spring 2010 is shaping up to be a season of storied fabrics. Yesterday we told you about David Hart’s new line of ties, made out of Thomas Mason cotton shirt fabric; and today we got a look at a new collection of khakis, shorts and work shirts that’s cut from the same material Filson uses for those briefcases you see guys carrying around (here in Manhattan, at least).
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HuffPost's Game Changers celebrates 100 innovators, visionaries and leaders in 10 categories who are harnessing the power of new media to reshape their fields and change the world. With your help, we've picked 10 people who are changing the game in style. We honor and salute them.
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