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West Third Street Keeps Kevan Hall’s New Diffusion Line, QVC Independent Flavor Appearances and Fiji Fashion Week By Deborah Belgum Senior Editor By Andrew Asch Retail Editor This past year, Los Angeles designer Kevan Hall has been Kate Spade Saturday, the younger concept collection from jetting around the world for a number of new fashion projects New York brand Kate Spade, just recently opened a store on Los InsIde: that are taking him to Europe and beyond. Angeles’ West Third Street, generally considered to be a thor- Where fashion gets down to business SM Hall is flying to the Fiji Islands to be the only U.S. designer oughfare of independent boutiques. participating in Fiji Fashion Week, an event being held Oct. The brand is a division of fashion juggernaut Fifth & Pacific 1–5 in the capital city of Suva, where 13 international designers Companies, formerly Liz Claiborne, but there has not been a as well as local designers will show their lines. land rush for the thoroughfare’s storefronts quite yet. While prom- Hall was invited to present his “Signature” collection there inent boutique companies Alexis Bittar and Trina Turk main- several years ago but couldn’t fit the event into his schedule. tain boutiques on the road, West Third Street remains an island This year, some time opened up. “I’m really excited about be- of independence surrounded by national and international name- ing able to present my Spring 2014 collection there,” said the plates at nearby places such as The Grove, the Beverly Center 6 6 designer inside his atelier on Beverly Boulevard. “The Spring and Robertson Boulevard. collection is inspired by flowers.” Jay Luchs, executive vice president of Newmark Grubb LA Market dates in flux ... p. 2 Hall is employing the blues and lavenders found in hydran- Knight Frank, a global real estate–services firm, said he is New men’s show to launch ... p. 2 geas into his prints as well as bright yellows from marigolds in talks with a couple of prominent boutique companies to and the deeper orange/reds seen in geraniums. “It fits in well open shops on West Third Street, but he believes the place will Fiber & Fabric ... pp. 8–10 with Fiji,” Hall said. keep its independent flavor. “It’s an alternative to Melrose,” Fiber & Fabric Resources ... p. 13 About 25 to 30 looks will be on the runway—half day - Luchs said. One reason why it should stay independent is the es and cocktail and the other half evening with ➥ West Third street page 11 www.apparelnews.net ➥ Kevan Hall page 2

01,2,6,11-13.cover.indd 1 9/26/13 9:25:21 PM news Men’s Showrooms to Bow at New Trade Event Showroom Men’s fashion, showrooms, Ping-Pong. It all goods and meet retailers at trade shows, Ford ing hole Pattern Bar is scheduled for another Buildings Stagger will be part of the debut Los Angeles Men’s said. night, and the last night will feature a recep- Market Initiative. “We expect 200 buyers to come through, and tion at Flagship’s Kim Sing Theatre, which is Opening Dates for A group of Los Angeles–based men’s fashion we’re expecting more at-once buyers,” he said. a renovated kung-fu cinema. showrooms have partnered to put together a new, “We’re hoping to establish a culture where peo- Brian Heslop, West Coast sales manager of independent trade event. The Los Angeles Men’s ple take advantage of showrooms.” The Foundation, said the new trade event will October Market Market Initiative will be held in various show- Eric Martin, owner of The Park showroom, expand the LA Fashion Market. “For the most rooms around downtown Los Angeles’ fashion said that Los Angeles Men’s Market Initia- part, LA Fashion Market is predominantly The California Market Center district. Its debut run is scheduled for Oct. 14– tive will offer buyers an environment where geared toward women’s , so the intent recently announced plans to open its 15, during Los Angeles Fashion Market. they can do business without being rushed. “If of the LA Men’s Market Initiative is to begin Los Angeles Fashion Market Spring Showrooms The Park, The Ntwrk Agency, you’re going to a trade show, you’re going to be drawing in more clients for the men’s category,” ’14 on Oct. 13. The event will run Flagship and The Foundation, headquartered rushed,” Martin said. “It’s easier to come to Los he said. through Oct. 16. in New York with a Los Angeles office, have Angeles and take your time to write your lines.” Kellen Roland, president of The Ntwrk The news marks a change from pooled resources to produce parties, marketing He also said a buying trip to Los Angeles is less Agency, said he hopes the LA Men’s Market recent years, when the four-day mar- materials and, in some cases, transportation for expensive than a buying trip to New York. “It’s Initiative will be scheduled to coincide with ev- ket started on a Monday. Many of the buyers to the event, said Willard Ford, partner moderately priced, and you can get everything ery LA Fashion Market. “Having everyone act building’s showrooms opted to open for Flagship. done here at your own pace.” individually was not getting great results,” he on Sunday to meet with buyers who One of the main goals for the event is to in- The first night’s festivities are scheduled to said. “Getting everyone to act together will pro- preferred to shop on the weekend. vite buyers to order goods at showrooms in a feature a Ping-Pong tournament, drinks and duce the best results of getting the best buyers, The Gerry Building will also open business environment. Showroom salespeople music at The Standard hotel in downtown Los locally and nationally, to LA Men’s Market.” on Sunday, Oct. 13, but The New increasingly travel to boutiques to sell clients’ Angeles. A party at the fashion-district water- —Andrew Asch Mart, the Cooper Design Space and the Lady Liberty Building will all open on Monday, Oct. 14. All four Kevan Hall Continued from page 1 ration line on HSE24, an Italian home-shopping network. buildings will remain open for Mar- Then it was off to London for a QVC presentation again. ket through Thursday, Oct. 17. Hall’s well-known, red-carpet feel. Day dresses have a Hall, who often was on the Mercedes-Benz Fashion slim, linear look with the hem falling a few inches below Week runway when it was a regular event in Los Angeles Temporary shows and specialty the knee. Cocktail dresses have a fluid and soft silhouette between 2002 and 2008, is returning to London in Novem- markets for a romantic feel. ber to show a collection that will look to Russia for a bohe- Earlier this year, the former Halston designer created mian, peasant feel using paisleys and folk-like prints. There Temporary trade shows Designers a diffusion line called Inspiration, which consists of will also be faux-fur accessories. and Agents, at The New Mart, and separates that take their creative cue from Hall’s travels The TV-based shopping opportunity came about when Coeur and Brand Assembly, at the and from his list of places he would like to visit. Hall formed a partnership with a Korean-American com- Cooper building, will also open on Currently, the line is being sold on home-shopping pany that has offices in New York and Commerce, Calif. Monday, Oct. 14. The three shows networks in Europe. In March, during his first stint with Kevan Hall Everything is manufactured in China. will run through Wednesday, Oct. 16. QVC in London, the designer quickly sold 3,000 tops, “We come up with the concept and the creative, and they The CMC’s temporary trade and pants whose looks were influenced by Africa. Original prints put the production together,” Hall said. “I am free to design.” shows, Select, in the fashion theater, included ethnic batiks, tribal geometrics, tie-dyes and blurred ikats. An ani- When not traveling to foreign countries, Hall is busy holding trunk and Transit, the and acces- mal print morphed from a zebra print to a leopard print. shows at the specialty stores around the country that stock his high-end sories show on the CMC’s 13th-floor In September, Hall was in Rome with a translator to present his Inspi- “Signature” collection, made primarily in Hall’s Los Angeles studio.● Penthouse, will run Oct. 13–16. Other CMC changes include ex- tended days for the LA Kids’ Mar- West Hollywood Retailer ket, which will run Oct. 10–16, and the CMC’s Gift & Home Market Sues City Over Fur Ban will also run concurrently with Los Angeles Fashion Market, Oct. 13–16 The city of West Hollywood, Calif., on Sept. 21 on the ninth, 12th and 13th floors. became the first municipality in America to start en- forcing a ban on the retail sale of fur. Mayfair House, CMC celebrates 50th a store located at 8844 Beverly Blvd. in West Holly- wood, challenged that ban by filing a lawsuit Sept. 26 This market, the CMC will also in federal court. celebrate its 50th anniversary with a The hopes that a court will declare the law vio- fashion installation and reception on lates the U.S. and California constitutions. It hopes Oct. 14 in the main lobby. The fash- that the ban will be overturned and that the city also ion installation will cover the evolu- will repay attorneys’ fees. tion of trends over the years featuring Mayfair House owner Johanna Judah said the ban current fashions from CMC tenants violates the rights of West Hollywood businesses and and pieces from The Way We Wore residents. “This ban violates the very core values of vintage boutique. freedom of choice for us and our customers that drew The CMC will also offer a free us to West Hollywood,” she said in a statement. Mayfair seminar for buyers, titled “Omni- House sells fur products such as Canada Goose–label Channel Marketing for Retailers.” with fur trim, as well as fur-lined footwear The Oct. 15 event is presented by the by Uggs. California Fashion Association and Attorney Michael O’Connor, who represents May- will be held from noon to 1 p.m. in fair House, said the City Council overstepped its Suite A218. boundaries. “It is crystal clear that California’s Con- stitution grants the state legislature the only authority Gerry celebrates new owners, to enact legislation relating to the protection of wild- opens for Majors Market life, including the exclusive power to pass laws regu- lating the market for products of wildlife, such as fur,” The Gerry Building, which is he said. “As a result, the city was preempted from, and under new management since it was had no authority to, enact the ordinance.” purchased earlier this month by the O’Connor is a senior litigator in the LA office of Vertigo Group, will host a Market Kelley, Drye & Warren. party on Oct. 14. On Sept. 26, the city of West Hollywood issued a The building will also be open dur- statement about the complaint: ing LA Majors Market, which is set “The city attorney’s office is reviewing the com- for Oct. 7–9. The LA Majors Market plaint (which it just received late this afternoon) and has traditionally been limited to tem- is not prepared to comment on the specific details in porary and permanent exhibitors at the lawsuit at this time. The city adopted the ordi- the CMC, but, during the upcoming nance banning the sale of fur apparel products be- run of the show, the Gerry Building cause the sale of these products in the city of West will have a mix of contemporary and Hollywood is inconsistent with the city’s reputation juniors resources, including perma- as a Cruelty Free Zone for animals and the city’s nent tenants and temporary exhibi- goal of being a community that cares about animal tors. The building will also host a welfare. The city’s position is that the ordinance is a Majors Market party on Oct. 7. constitutional means to further that goal.”—A.A. —Alison A. Nieder

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NEWS Dita Von Teese Brings Back the Overwire at Faire Frou Frou

Call it the return of the overwire in linge- exander, another woman at the event, said of rie. the Von Follies line. Last popular in the 1950s, the overwire Von Teese said many women are bored of gave a certain panache and style, accord- basics such as the white . “People want ing to vintage enthusiasts such as Dita something more exotic, more risqué,” she Von Teese, Los Angeles resident, burlesque said. The designers and marketers she worked performer and advocate of the 1950s pinup- with at first dissuaded her from using details girl look. such as overwires, Von Teese adds but, as the more overwires, which are exotic pieces in the placed at the top of line started selling a bra cup, to give a well, they gave it vintage style to some a green light, ac- pieces in her linge- cording to Von rie line, Von Follies Teese. “When I do by Dita Von Teese, things my way, I which was introduced succeed,” she said. in 2012. Manufactured The Von Fol- by Australia-based lies line offers DCI Corp., the line exotic-looking has been sold in Aus- lingerie, such as tralia and at American the “Madame X” retailers such as HSN bra and panty. It Inc. Von Teese hopes george S antoni features pleated Dita Von Teese more U.S. stores pick silk and straps. It up her lingerie line, also has simpler which retails for $27 to $170. pieces, such as the “Lead- On Sept. 24, she made an ap- ing Lady,” a lilac bra and pearance at Faire Frou Frou, panty set that features bows the first boutique to sell the line and lace. Unfortunately for in the United States. It is locat- the vintage-obsessed, the ed in Los Angeles’ Studio City overwire bra in Von Teese’s “Her Sexellency” line is not C neighborhood. A group of Dita Von Teese yet in stock at Faire Frou M fans greeted her at the shop, Frou, said Alison Rubke,

Y and several were dressed like co-owner of the store. But 1950s starlets and pinup girls. the store will be getting it CM Many of them were looking soon.

MY forward to buying new linge- Von Follies is part of a rie with a vintage style. “It’s booming market for lin- CY From left, Faire Frou Frou’s Gail very difficult to find a bra that and Alison Rubke gerie. American women CMY has an overwire,” said Ashleeta spent more than $10.7 bil- lion on lingerie during the 12-month period K Beauchamp of Los Angeles, whose pinup- style portraits have appeared on websites such from August 2012 to July 2013, according as Burbank, Calif., retailer Unique Vintage. to market-research firm NPD Group. It was “She’s bringing it back,” Beauchamp said of a 2.2 percent increase in lingerie sales from Von Teese. August 2011 to July 2013, when American “It oozes sex but in a classy way,” Tara Al- women spent $10.4 billion.—Andrew Asch Nordstrom Opens at Americana at Brand

Nordstrom Inc. opened a full-line store at the Americana at Brand in Glendale, Calif., after being located across the street at the Glendale Galleria. The Americana Nordstrom includes Topshop and Topman departments, which will offer fash- ions from the popular U.K. fashion retailer. It will be the first Topshop department in a Nordstrom in LA County. There are several Nordstrom Top- shops in Orange County. Another new Nordstrom department is via C, which features fashion from new designers such as Rachel Zoe, Helmut Lang, Current/Elliott, Alice + Olivia and Rag & Bone, a company statement said. The new store also offers its consumers ser- vices such as personal stylists, complimentary gift boxes, in-store alterations and a tailor shop, bra fitters, and prosthesis fitters. There is a restau- rant, Bar Verde, which is a farm-to-table eatery,

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More than 200 emerging and veteran swimwear brands showed their latest collections at the Aug. 12–13 run of the Swim Collective trade show, held at the Hyatt Regency Hun- tington Beach Resort & Spa in Huntington Beach, Calif. Exhibitors said this season’s show featured 217 exhibitors, up from about 190 brands last season. of buyers roamed the aisles and reaction from ex- hibitors was mixed, but, overall, the mood was upbeat. ➥ swim Collective page 22 InsIde: Where fashion gets down to business

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09.fiber fabric trends.indd 9 9/26/13 6:40:27 PM fiber & fabric Gildan Looking to Open Two U.S. Spinning Facilities Montreal-based Gildan Activewear Inc. more than 700 jobs and “further solidify will be investing at least $200 million in 2014 the important domestic U.S. component of FW14 COLLECTION and 2015 to build two new yarn-spinning fa- its vertically integrated manufacturing,” the cilities in the United States. company said. Located in the southern region, the new Gildan produces T-, fleece items, sport facilities will “support its projected sales shirts, and underwear. The company growth and further reinforce its position as a produces socks sold under its own brands— global low-cost manufacturer,” the company Gildan, Gold Toe and Anvil—as well as un- said in a statement. der licensing agreements with Under Armour Wild Last year, the company announced plans to and New Balance. The company also manu- build a new ring-spun-yarn facility in Salis- factures imprintable products and is currently bury, N.C., and plans to modernize its open- looking to expand the Gildan brand to under- end facilities in Clarkton, N.C., and Cedar­ wear and activewear. The company’s verti- Flowers town, Ga. cally integrated manufacturing operations are In all, the company’s investment in U.S. primarily located in Central America and the yarn-spinning operations is expected to add Caribbean Basin.—Alison A. Nieder

Invista Buys Advansa’s Specialty Poly Business See us at LA International Textile Show 13th Floor Penthouse – Booth #100 Wichita, Kan.–based fiber maker Invista, outstanding spectrum of branded technolo- producer of Lycra, purchased the specialty gies to choose from, encompassing both the To view the latest FW14 collection and for other polyester business from its licensee, Euro- warm and cool fabric spaces with the Ther- classic designs, please contact: pean polyester fiber producer Advansa. molite and Coolmax brands, respectively, The acquisition includes assets related and the Thermocool brand will enhance our Gina Valdez: to specialty polyester products for apparel, specialties technology portfolio,” said Dave including Advansa’s Thermocool brand. Trerotola, Invista’s president of apparel. 562-556-5037 The deal also includes the reversion of Ad- Advansa will retain its branded home [email protected] vansa’s licensed rights in greater Europe for textiles fiberfill business, its specialty fi- www.ginavaldez.com Coolmax and Thermolite. Both brands are ber businesses for nonwovens and paper owned by Invista. Advansa had held the li- industries, and its manufacturing facility in cense rights to Coolmax and Theromolite in Germany. Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Terms of the acquisition were not dis- The deal allows Invista to market its Cool- closed, but Invista said, “Key staff and con- max and Thermolite brands and technologies sultants involved in the Advansa business globally, the company said in a statement. have been hired and engaged by Invista, and “The new unified global business in spe- sales and critical business support processes cialty polyester gives Invista’s clients an are already operational.”—A.A.N.

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spaces are typically smaller than what national retailers desire. Luchs also forecast that the street’s prices will remain reasonable. The average is $4 to $4.50 per square foot. Influential indies such as Satine started on West Third Street and continue to attract fashion- savvy people to the street. And the street is still home to concept retailers, new multi-line stores and niche boutiques, such as men’s store Wittmore, suiting shop Duncan Quinn and eco-fashion boutique Show Pony. Trade show Liberty Fairs runs a space for pop-up shops at 8366½ W. Third St. Los Angeles–area eco-denim brand Tortoise is opening a pop-up shop there on Sept. 29. Melissa Richardson Akkaway, owner of West Third Street boutique Beckley, said in- dependent retailers such as herself are attracted to the vibrant nature of the street. “It’s really alive,” she said of West Third. “It creates a reason for people to park their cars and shop.”

Polkadots & Moonbeams Wendy Freedman was one of West Third Street’s pioneers, having opened the Polkadots & Moonbeams boutique in 1982. But she recently moved the shop to 8361 W. Third St., which is at the intersection with Kings Road. The move was made to take possession of a corner space with superior foot traffic and to take advantage of a better lease, according to Freedman. One of the best-selling items at Polkadots & Moon- beams is a green dress from U.K. brand Ted Baker. It retails for $295. “The colors and the shape are top notch,” she said of the fitted dress. “The peplum doesn’t stick out too much. It’s done right.” Veronica M’s also sell well, Freed- man said. It retails for $72 and above. “She knows how Print + Online + to make a fit for every woman,” she said. The Bailey 44 Hacker jacket is another big seller. Ted Baker at Polkadots & Archives = Total Access Retailing for $328, the jacket mixes the silhouette of a Moonbeams peacoat and a tuxedo. The jacket’s front up simi- lar to a peacoat, and the hem is reminiscent of a dashing Get Yours Today and Save 75%! tuxedo. The juxtaposition of twill and vegan-leather materials give the jacket a compelling mix of looks. Visit www.apparelnews.net/content_purchase/ ➥ West Third Street page 12 Or call (866) 207-1448

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01,2,6,11-13.cover.indd 11 9/26/13 9:27:39 PM what’s checking Apparel News Group Fashion Resource West Third Street Continued from page 1 Wittmore for AppARel, AccessoRies, Wittmore moved onto West Third Street this summer as a pop-up 1945-2013 FootweAR, photogRApheRs shop. Owner Paul Witt tested his men’s retail merchandise at a space at Sixty-eight years of news, and pR FiRms 8366 ½ W. Third St., leased by fashion trade show Liberty Fairs. Los fashion and information Angeles eco-denim brand Tortoise is scheduled to move into the CEO/PUBLISHER TERRY MARTINEZ space Sept. 29. Wittmore put down permanent stakes on the street Sept. 1 at 8236 W. Third St., which was formerly occupied by the boutique

Executive Editor Classified Accounting Ethel. ALISON A. NIEDER Marilou Dela Cruz One top-selling item at Wittmore is a tailored sweatshirt by Ian Ve- Senior Editor Service Directory Deborah Belgum Account Executive lardi, which bears the letters USA. The French-terry sweatshirt retails for Retail Editor June Espino $145. “People love the fact that it is made in the USA,” Witt said. “People Production Manager Andrew Asch Kendall in love the fact that it is an ’80s-style sweatshirt, it is fitted and short, and it Editorial Manager art director John Irwin has a thumb hole in the cuff.” Dot Wiltzer contributors A polar fleece jacket by Toronto company Creep by Hiroshi Awai is Ben cope production Artist popular for its unique material. “It’s Muppet-y,” Witt said of the unique Volker Corell John Freeman Fish Rhea Cortado Photo Editor look, which he thought was similar to one of Jim Henson’s Muppet char- John Eckmier John Urquiza Tim Regas acters. “It is soft and fuzzy.” But the inside of the jacket is lined with a Gant Rugger at Felix Salzman Controller perforated Dri-fit fabric, which gives the jacket an airy and light feel. It Wittmore N. Jayne Seward Jim patel Miguel Starcevich Credit Manager retails for $296. sarah wolfson Rita o’connor T-shirts by the Jungmaven brand have been selling briskly, Witt said. “It’s the core basic web production business development we didn’t have here,” he said. The retails for $38. The “ T” retails for $42. ian bramlett molly Rhodes zuke oshiro PUBLISHED BY The T-shirts are made out of a hemp blend. Label founder Rob Creative Marketing TLM PUBLISHING INC. Jungmann has made a career of advocating Congress to legalize Director AppArel News Group Louise Damberg Publishers of: hemp farming in the United States. Hemp is currently grown Director of Sales California Apparel News overseas. and Marketing Waterwear TERRY MARTINEZ Super-slim fitted cargo pants by Gant Rugger have been Decorated costella Account Executives EXECUTIVE OFFICE big sellers at Wittmore. They retail for $175. “The pockets lay Daniella Platt California Market Center www.costellahandbags.com Amy valencia flat,” Witt said. Unlike many cargo pants, the pockets don’t pop 110 E. Ninth St., Suite A777 Account manager out, which gives them a unique and stylish look. Los Angeles, CA 90079-1777 25% discount to first-time buyers Lynne Kasch (213) 627-3737 Sales assistant/receptionist [email protected] david mize Fax (213) 623-5707 Classified Advertising Fax Sales assistant (323) 210-7566 Duncan Quinn Jenn Sturtz (213) 623-1515 Classified Account Executives www.apparelnews.net The name Luzer Twersky has a literary feel to it, but Twer- Zenny R. Katigbak [email protected] sky serves as operations director for Duncan Quinn, the Saville jeffery younger Pr i n t e d in t h e U.S.A. Row–inspired boutique that maintains a shop at 8234 W. Third For more information, St. contact terry martinez The label’s custom-made start retailing at $2,500 and go at 213-627-3737 ext. 213 Luzer Twersky of Duncan or [email protected] Quinn ➥ West Third Street continued on next page

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up past $50,000, Twersky said. He noted that suits The Modaspia “Fiji” dress is another big style that has been popular, are made by well-compensated artisans. “People seller. “We can’t keep this in stock,” Hara Richardson Akkaway said. might wear jeans and T-shirts every day, but a man said of the dress, which retails for $198. “It The “Kingston” dress needs a suit. The ones with taste and means come fits beautifully with the shirring at the , from Opening Ceremony here,” he said. Also look out for the Duncan Quinn front welt pockets and hem, which goes to the has been commanding at- ties featuring graphics of guns wielded by action- knees.” tention at Beckley. It retails movie heroes such as James Bond and Dirty Harry. The “Ireland” faux-fur vest by the Velvet by for $455. “Its black-and- They retail for $185. Graham and label is moving briskly. white print is very on trend,” It retails for $198. It looks like it was made for she said. The dress’s circle Show Pony carnivores, but it was manufactured using faux ring zip pull also makes it fur and faux suede, Laverseyn said. unique. Since 2012, Show Pony has focused on selling House brand Beckley by eco fashion lines mostly headquartered in the Pa- Beckley Melissa produced the top- Beckley by Melissa at Beckley cific Northwest. selling -style navy- Selling briskly is the long from Beckley started business on Melrose Av- blue . It retails for $595. Richardson Akkaway Prairie Underground. It retails for $264. The fit- enue in 2008 but moved to West Third Street introduced it in spring 2013 and repeated it in fall because it Prairie Underground at ted is made out of organic cotton, said Greg Show Pony in November 2012. The multi-line store sells sold so well. “It’s timeless,” she said. Navy is on trend. It can be Laverseyn, the boutique’s co-owner. Stephanie everything from denim to cocktail dresses, said worn in a cool Southern California night or used in layering for Hara, the second co-owner, said almost anything in owner Melissa Richardson Akkaway. much cooler weather in the northeast. ● the Prairie Underground line sells well. “This line has built a The top-selling jeans are the “Rocket” jeans by Citizens of fanatical following for its phenomenal marriage of edgy, urban Humanity. The jeans retail for $209. It fits a lot of body types For an extended look at What’s Checking on West Third style, high functionality, and unwavering quality,” she said. and also offers a high waist—an alternative from the low-waist Street, see ApparelNews.net. Fiber & Fabric Resources

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Email [email protected] occur, and provide overall support for the company's resumes to: [email protected] / 626-991-0264 operational initiatives. Successful candidate must have 2 Jobs Wanted - 4 yrs of Big 4 Public Accounting exp. Bachelor's degree 35+ Yrs Exp 1st thru Production Pattern, Sample, fitting, in Account or Finance, exp in cost accounting, advanced consultation. Excel skills & related programs, & a proven track record ALL AREAS: Wo/Menswear, Lingerie, Swim & , of solving capabilities and analytical thinking. Must be Toddler, Kids, Jr, Special Occasion. Sketches available. detail-oriented & very organized. No phone calls please. NATIONAL SALES PERSON Christine 213-627-9191 Forward resumes to: Well established L. A. based designer and contemporary [email protected] or [email protected] label seeks a dynamic, ambitious Salesperson with no 35 yrs Exp'd less than 4 years of sales exp. in both L.A. and New York 1st/Prod. Patterns/Grading/Marking and Specs. 12 Markets. Individual must be a strong communicator with 1st - Production Patternmaker yrs on Pad System. In house/pt/freelance an intuitive understanding of current trends and Direc- LA contemporary company seeking 1st - Production Pat- Fast/Reliable ALL AREAS Ph. (626)792-4022 tion of the international contemporary market place. An ternmaker. Min 10 years exp. Must be proficient at Ger- updated connection to specialty stores and major stores PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT ber system. Must specialize in garment dye knits, denim as well as on line retailers - is a definite plus. DESIGN DIVA STUDIO, Contemporary Design, Patterns, and woven garments. Attend fittings and assist in cre- Email resume to:[email protected] or Tech-Packs, Protos, Fittings, Specialize Swim & Lingerie ation and execution of product. Expert at fit, construc- Fax to: 213 489-4402 1031 S. Broadway Suite #1150 Los Angeles, Ca. 90015 tion, draping, textiles, shrinkage. Ability to work in fast O:213-793-9559 [email protected] Cell(951) 312-5577 paced environment. Competitive Salary & Benefits. SALES EXECUTIVE Send resumes to: [email protected] Just For Wraps, Inc. is seeking a business-minded, focused, Road Rep - Mid Atlantic - Resort Specialist highly organized and self- motivated sales executive for its I am 46 years old w/ 25 years in the industry. Please call my PATTERNMAKER Junior top division (Love Squared) to contribute to expand cell: 301-672-1000 or send me a link at FIRST - PRODUCTION its current business. Must have 5yrs experience in the area [email protected] UPDATED MISSY SPORTSWEAR. with established relationships with specialty and department DOMESTIC AND IMPORT stores. Must have strong sales, interpersonal, organizational, PRODUCTION. analytical, and follow-up skills and the ability to work as a Real Estate VERNON LOCATION team. Garment Buildings [email protected] ------Mercantile Center TECHNICAL DESIGNER 500 sq. ft. - 16,500 sq. ft. Priced Right. -3-4 months Temporary Position. Must have 3-5 years exp PATTERNMAKER Full Floors 4500 sq ft. strong understanding of patterns and garment construction, Lights-Racks-New Paint-Power Growing Girls Clothing Company in Burbank seeking a original specs, grading and corrections. Will measure import Parking Available - Good Freight. First through Production Patternmaker. Min. 10 years samples from 1st fits to TOP's, check correct construction, Call 213-627-3754 exp. and knowledge of PAD a plus. fabric, trims and labels, attend fittings, work closely with de- Design Patternmaker Garment Lofts Please email resume to [email protected] signer & pattern makers to ensure correct fit and construc- 300 sq ft - 1,000 sq ft. or call 818-842-0200 ext. 105 tion. Will communicate and release fit comments/correc- Call 213-627-3755 tions to overseas contractors including making necessary spec and grading changes. Will work with production man- SPACE FOR LEASE PRODUCTION MANAGER ager to prioritize/manage work based on delivery deadlines. Manage production team * In newly renovated Anjac Fashion Buildings Attention to detail and proficiency in Excel a MUST. Maintain Time and Action Calendars in the heart of Downtown Fashion District. Email resume to [email protected] Source & work with vendors and contractors to provide * Industrial, retail and office space also available sharper margins, meet quality standards, and delivery throughout the San Fernando Valley. DESIGN ASSOCIATE deadlines. * Retail and office space also available just ------Our denim company is seeking a person with minimum south of Downtown. Production Coordinator two years experience to work under our Design Director 213-626-5321 or email [email protected] Issue and Maintain Production Orders. in putting together lines for all markets, using our ven- Manage vendors to ensure that production meets quality dor base out of Asia. Understanding of design, product Buy, Sell, and Trade standards, costs, delivery deadlines, and customer re- development, fit, trims and denim wash. Expert in WE BUY FABRIC! quirements. sketching, photoshop, Adobe illustrator, word and excel. Excess rolls, lots, sample yardage, small to large qty's. All candidates send in resumes w/salary history to Must be a team player with great work ethic and be able ALL FABRICS! [email protected] or fax to 213-406-6099 to work in a fast paced design room environment. Email [email protected] fabricmerchants.com Steve 818-219-3002

Production Assistant/Coordinator @ SALES REP (IN-HOUSE) WE NEED FABRIC Pinup Girl Clothing Seeking sales rep with experience in dealing Silks Wools Denims Knits Prints Solids... Min 2 years experience in Women's Apparel production. with department and chain stores. Apparel & Home decorative. Must have reliable car, clean driving record. Excellent - Junior Fashion Top (Screen & Solid) No lot to small or large... communication skills, able to multitask. Experience in - Domestic Also, buy sample room inventories... Excel, Outlook and a production software system. Must [email protected] Stone Harbor 323-277-2777 perform well under pressure and within deadlines. Marvin or Michael Resumes to [email protected]

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