Sweaters

Everyone Wants Microsoft’s Windows 95 Ugly Sweater
December 14, 2018 at 1:36 pm

Ugly sweaters have become the fashion equivalent of the Kardashians—we know we should look away, but something causes us to become fixated on them. Ugly sweaters seem to symbolize permanence, as it does not appear they will ever become a worn-out topic. As end-users become even merrier and brighter as December unfolds, Microsoft is spreading…

Ugly Christmas Sweaters Are Taking Over
November 28, 2017 at 2:17 pm

With the countdown to Christmas coming in at 27 days, consumers are immersing themselves in what for many of them has become the holy grail of annual…

Don't Worry, You Can Still Buy Ken Bone's Sweater
October 11, 2016 at 7:04 pm

No need to freak out, folks. Despite reports to the contrary, Ken Bone's instant-hit Izod sweater is not, in fact, sold out. It's no longer in stock at Amazon, which led to the initial panic. But you…

Working Wardrobe: 12 Polo and Business Casual Options
June 1, 2016 at 4:58 pm

Ah, “business casual.” What does it mean? Well, that depends on whom you ask. In a general sense, it falls somewhere between shirt and tie, and T-shirt and jeans. It brings a little more style, while maintaining a more relaxed atmosphere. Arm your end-users with these go-to business casual options so the next time that networking event invite says “business casual,” they’ll be ready...

Beyoncé Sues Feyoncé Inc. for Trademark Infringement
April 6, 2016 at 5:30 pm

On Tuesday, Beyoncé filed a lawsuit in Manhattan federal court, suing Texas-based company Feyoncé Inc. for trademark infringement, Reuters reported. The lawsuit calls for the company to stop selling its apparel—think shirts, sweatshirts and tank tops—and coffee mugs that say “Feyoncé” (you know, like, fiancé) on them. It also seeks unspecified damages...

Major Fire at Bangladesh Sweater Factory Raises Questions About Safety Concerns
February 3, 2016 at 6:06 pm

A massive fire broke out Tuesday morning at a Bangladeshi sweater factory that supplies Western retailers H&M and J.C. Penney. The conflagration injured at least four people, but according to global labor rights advocates, barely escaped inflicting tragedy on a much deeper scale: Most of the factory’s more than 6,000 workers had not yet showed…

Super Bowl 50 Pop-up Shop Has Exclusive Merchandise
January 28, 2016 at 4:13 pm

As Super Bowl 50 (aka the reason why the 50-yard lines were gold during this NFL season) approaches, the NFL Shop at Super Bowl will open its doors at the Moscone Center West in San Francisco, where it will stock exclusive Super Bowl 50 merchandise. According to KRON4,…

Campaign Merchandise for the Holiday Season
December 8, 2015 at 6:21 pm

With the holiday season underway, presidential candidates have been adding holiday-themed promotional merchandise to their Web stores. From sweaters fit for an "ugly sweater party" to decorations to hang on the tree, candidates from both ends of the political spectrum are getting in…

Malaysian Textile Firms to Benefit from TPP
December 8, 2015 at 3:42 pm

The yarn-forward rule of origin under the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), which requires TPP countries to use yarn produced from a TPP country in textiles to qualify for duty-free access, is expected to increase the export competitiveness of Malaysia's textile industry. Higher demand for yarn produced in TPP countries also is expected to spur textile…

Is College Apparel Poised to Become the New Athleisure Wear?
December 1, 2015 at 3:31 pm

Teen retailer American Eagle Outfitters loves it. Outdoorsman staple Dick’s Sporting Goods loves it. Your local Target loves it. And, you probably love it too. No, I’m not talking about athleisure wear, although the love in that space continues to grow and thrive. This time, I’m talking about college and sports team-branded apparel. Nothing is…