Montane to Become First Brand to Convert Entire Down Collection to RDS Standard
Montane will become the first brand to use Responsible Down Standard (RDS) certified down in all down garments across its entire clothing line for Fall 2015, according to Allied Feather & Down, which has spearheaded development of the standard with The No
PacSun Narrows Q3 Loss
Pacific Sunwear of California Inc. reported a lower non-GAAP loss from continuing operations in the third quarter on a 4 percent increase in same-store sales…
DuPont Launches Stretchable Ink Materials for Use in Smart Apparel
DuPont Microcircuit Materials (DuPont) has introduced a suite of stretchable electronic ink materials that provide an elegant, manufacturing-ready alternative to many traditional methods of embedding electronics in clothing…
Tilly’s Q3 Profits Slip As Expenses Grow Faster than Sales
Tilly’s, Inc. reported third-quarter earnings slid 16.4 percent to $5.1 million, or 18 cents per share as selling, general and administrative expenses grew 15.4 percent, or more than twice as fast as net sales, which increased 6.1 percent. Same-stor
Luxottica and Intel Partner to Develop Smart Eyewear
Luxottica Group S.p.A unveiled a multi-year R&D collaboration with Intel to incorporate smart technology into its premium, luxury and sports eyewear, which includes Oakley and Ray-Ban sunglasses…
PVH’s Q3 Earnings Climb
PVH Corp. reported third-quarter earnings rose 14.7 percent to $225.7 million, or $2.71 a share. Sales gained 2 percent with a 2 percent gain at Calvin Klein and 1 percent increase at Tommy Hilfiger. Its Heritage Brand segment, which includes Speedo and I
Pro-Tec Signs MLS Midfielder/Forward
Pro-Tec Athletics signed MLS midfielder/forward, Lamar Neagle, to their team of sponsored athletes…
Luna Switching to All Gluten-Free Recipe
Luna has begun a transition to an entirely gluten-free product line after a two year quest to find gluten-free recipes that still meet its taste and nutrition standards…
Dearfoams Launches Comfort and Joy Pin-to-Win Sweepstakes
Dearfoams announced the launch of its Comfort & Joy Pin-to-Win Sweepstakes, a celebration of all things that bring consumers comfort and joy during the holidays. Eligible entrants can win a number of prizes, including a vacation for two to Aspen…
The Dick’s SG Foundation Launches #HolidayHoops Campaign
In the spirit of giving a “Gift That Matters” this holiday season, The Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation is celebrating #GivingTuesday by launching its #HolidayHoops campaign. During a surprise appearance by Cavaliers star Kevin Love at a Cleveland el
Brands Poised to Capitalize on Hollywood Rendition of ‘Wild’
The Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA) has partnered with five outdoor brands to capitalize on the Dec. 5 release of the Hollywood film version of Cheryl Strayed's best-selling book of the same title. In the movie, Strayed is portrayed by Academy
Pentland Brands Appoints Chairman and CEO
Pentland Group, the parent of Berghaus, Speedo, Ellesse and other sports and fashion brands, said Andy Rubin will be promoted to the newly created role of chairman of its brand management division, Pentland Brands. Andy Long, currently COO of Pentland Br
National Shoe Travelers (NST) Donates $1M to Two Ten Footwear Foundation
Two Ten Footwear Foundation, the footwear industry's national charitable foundation – and its strategic partner, National Shoe Travelers (NST) jointly announced the formation of a new annual higher education scholarship fund…
Outdoor Specialty Retailers Hit November Numbers Before Black Friday
While warmer temperatures slowed sales of cold-weather gear over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, many outdoor specialty retailers said that did not keep them from crushing their November sales goals. Retailers contacted in Charlotte, NC; New Orleans and
Revo Appoints VP of Sales
B. Robinson Optical announced that Les Rookstool will be joining the company as vice president of sales for its Revo sunglasses division. He was most recently at Safilo, where he was most recently the director of sales, sport division…
