It begins with a seed in the fields of Texas and ends with a completed shirt in Honduras. What happens in between is no small feat. Come along for a remarkable firsthand look at the apparel manufacturing process. By C.J. Mittica
Getting last year's clothes for kids doesn't work anymore. They grow older and their tastes continue to change. We sift through the trends to find the hottest apparel and markets for each age bracket, ranging from toddler to teen. By
Shane Dale More >>
Reversing Field
Embroiderer American Needle took on the monolithic National Football League in court and won. Its victory could potentially change the sports apparel and marketing landscape forever. By
Daniel Walsh More >>
Heat Transfers
How do heat transfers work? What are the different types of heat transfers? What are the best fabrics and types of apparel for it? Which markets love heat transfers? What color considerations must you take into account with this decoration?
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[TRENDS] Trend Alert: Gray In The Summer
"Gray has both black and white, so it can pair with virtually any other color. It's a natural complement," says Mary Ellen Nichols, director of marketing communications for Bodek and Rhodes (asi/40788). "If you're designing an outfit, you should stick with one of the three palates. They include the brights (red, blue, green, yellow, black and white), the earth tones and the pastels. Gray goes in every one of those fields." More >>
Featured Podcast Stitches and Wearables staff writer Matthew George talks with Jeff Civillico, a nationally-renowned corporate entertainer and MC, to learn how a company can plan a memorable corporate event despite the current state of the economy. Civillico highlights guidelines without breaking the bank and addresses the importance of delivering the “wow” factor.
