Debenhams broke convention by becoming the first high street retailer in the UK to promote its latest fashion collections by using models in a diverse variety of ages, sizes and looks. The imagery turns its back on the industry norm of young thin models, instead featuring an amputee, three models over 40 - including one nearing 70 - and a paralympian athlete. Swimwear shots celebrate curves using a model that is a size 18. The move builds on other industry firsts from Debenhams inc

Puresweats, a Vancouver based apparel company, is promoting a new line of men’s sweatpants which encourages consumers to “wear them in public, without looking like you’ve given up,” a reference to iconic comedian Jerry Seinfeld and his character's observation in a Seinfeld episode regarding the traditional slovenly nature of sweatpants. Unlike most Canadian apparel companies, Puresweats sweatpants are sewn in Canada and leverage the experience of a Vancouver family-owned factory which has pro

BOAO, Hainan - President Xi Jinping said on Sunday that China's economic development is a good news to the world. "The more China develops, the more it promotes the peace and development of Asia and the world," Xi said. Xi made the remarks when meeting with members of the board of directors of the Boao Forum for Asia in Boao, South China's Hainan province. Xi said China will focus on doing well in its domestic affairs while properly handling relations with foreign countries. The

Alma Bag – Louis Vuitton releases a new campaign for its Alma Bag starring Karlie Kloss, Jac Jagaciak, Daria Strokous and Iris Strubegger. Photographed by Steven Klein and styled by Ludivine Poiblanc, the girls pose with the dome shaped bags in hues of red, blue and yellow meant to represent worldwide fashion locations including New York, Shanghai and Paris. (WWD) Source: Fashion Gone Rogue.

Textile Manufacturer Runs on 100% Solar Power, Launches New Brand of Sustainably Produced, American Made Products Spector Textile Products, a well established textile manufacturer in Lawrence, Massachusetts has taken the turn towards green production practices with the installation of a 365 kilowatt solar power system for their manufacturing facility. Now, the company is launching a new product line called USA MADE Laundry Bags, a brand of recyclable laundry bags that are made with domestical

Textile Exchange is excited to announce the release of the chemical snapshots series. This collection of guides is designed to help brands, retailers and manufacturers understand why the textile, apparel, & footwear industry is concerned about the use of PVC, AP’s & APEO’s, Sensitizing Disperse Dyes, DMF, DMFu, PFOS, PFOA, and BPA. This collection provides a condensed look at health and environmental concerns as well as industry practices and legislation related to the use of thes

Stefano Gabbana, of the legendary fashion duo Dolce & Gabbana, has attacked a decision by a Milan court forcing the pair to pay a fine of 343.3 million euros (?290 million) for tax evasion, saying the accusations against them are "untrue". "To be accused of something untrue is not a beautiful thing. But in the end who cares, we will all finish up six feet under," Gabbana said in a personal Twitter tirade after the court rejected the celebrated stylists' appeal. "I am interested in ma

Tiger Woods just posted a few photos of the "custom swag" that Nike sent him for the Masters. The shoes are sick. It's unclear if Nike made them for all its golfers (Rory McIlroy has yet to post pictures if they did), or just Tiger. Awesome: The box they came in: One more: Source: Business Insider.

AP Images Fashion icon Lilly Pulitzer Rousseau, who made brightly patterned shift dresses a staple in women's wardrobes, died this morning in Palm Beach. She was 81. Here's : Early this morning, Lilly Pulitzer Rousseau passed away peacefully in Palm Beach, surrounded by family and loved ones. Lilly has been a true inspiration to us and we will miss her. In the days and weeks ahead we will celebrate all that Lilly meant to us. Lilly was a true original who has brought together gene

Just in time for prom and wedding season, H&M has launched a new line of spring eveningwear that hits stores today. The line, titled “Conscious Exclusive,” is part of H&M’s hugely successful Conscious Collection. It includes a variety of partywear and accessories that promises to bring a touch of Hollywood glamour to the fast fashion chain. Like the rest of H&M’s Conscious Collection, the Conscious Exclusive line is made from sustainable material such as recycled polyester and organ