EUROJERSEY: presentation to feature Eco-Print technology   INCLUDED among the features of the symposium Dialogare con il Colore, to be staged on October 30 within the context of the Milano Triennale event, is a presentation by Eurojersey on its Eco-Print technology. Within the context of sustainable colouring, the presentation will describe the advantages of Eco-Print in the field of textile ...

BRAS: German museum celebrates 100th anniversary of bras   UNDER the title Body Talks. 100 Years of Bras, the Museum für Kommunikation in Frankfurt am Main opened an exhibition retracing the history of bras over the past 100 years. The exhibition, which opened on 10 October and will close on 15 February 2015, features some 100 pieces of corsetry as ...

OYSHO: presence in Mexico reinforced   TO COMPLEMENT the 38 physical stores it operates in Mexico, Spanish intimate apparel chain Oysho launched there its most recent online store. Since the first Oysho online store went online in September 2011, 14 other have been launched in different countries and the chain is said to have gained much from its offer of ...

BANANA MOON: gap closed in retail network   MONACO-based bodywear concern Banana Moon, that operates some 60 retail stores in France and other European countries in addition to its wholesale business, plugged an important gap in its network with the launch of its first store in Paris. Opened last month, the new 60m2 store will, like others in the network, ...

HUNTSMAN: whitening agent developed for cellulosics   A NEW fluorescent whitening agent that allows mills to achieve very high, brilliant and durable white shades on cellulosic fabrics has been developed by Huntsman Textile Effects. Labelled Uvitex BHA Liq., the high-affinity stilbene whitener has unequalled acid stability and acid fastness. That makes it a unique complement to most finishing treatments, with ...

SLIX: new two-piece training suits prevent slippage   TWO-PIECE training swimsuits developed by Slix Australia feature tie-on tops and bottoms that prevent slippage or slowing drag when in the water. The brand also proposes one-piece suits with adjustable straps that provide the same security. The current collection adds frills, lace, fluo colours and back detailing to bring a touch of ...

SCOTT BRUBAKER: takes helm of American Apparel   TROUBLED US distributor American Apparel announced the appointment of Scott Brubaker as CEO following the ousting three months ago of founder Dov Charney on grounds of alleged sexual harassment. Brubaker comes from turnaround specialist consultants Alvarez & Marsal.   YVES MICHEL: heads Wolford operations in Spain   LUXURY hosiery and bodywear manufacturer ...

ILSE JACOBSEN: lifestyle label adds swimwear to range   DANISH lifestyle label Ilse Jacobsen, that focuses closely on rainwear and resort apparel, launched its first collection of swimwear. The range features five styles, which include one-piece and two-piece swimsuits as well as sarongs in 16 colour options for solid shades and prints. Wholesale prices range around the EUR 24 mark. ...

JULIPET: strong sales surge reported in Italy   DURING the year following the acquisition of the label by diversified textile concern Tollegno 1900, sales in Italy of Julipet men’s underwear, sleepwear and homewear rose by 30 per cent. The launch of retail outlets for the label in Italy made a significant contribution to the sales growth. The strategy started with ...

CALIDA: new agent marks return to UK market   LEADING Swiss brand of underwear and sleepwear Calida is reported by trade publication Lingerie Insight to have appointed Straps Ltd as its exclusive agent for the UK and Ireland. The appointment marks the brand’s return to the UK after an absence of nearly 20 years. The new agent plans to launch ...