Brittany A. Harris

Last week, Anne had to travel a little further than usual to go to the office 🇺🇸 Since ebp Global, whom we are a proud part of, has become a member of the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA), we now have the opportunity to participate in their events and conferences. So, along with Keith and Nanda from ebp, she went to the AAFA Global Supply Chain & Trade Conference in Portland, Oregon. There were a bunch of different speakers and topics covered. While on the topic of sustainability, one speaker mentioned that in his company they have decided that the best way to be compliant in the USA is to meet EU regulations. There are two reasons for this: One, different states are doing different things, and two, they are mostly copying the EU. Very interesting to consider, we think! 💡 Check out the picture to see some of the other topics on the agenda ⬇ #GlobalSupplyChainandTrade #Sustainability #EUGreenDeal

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From sketching sneakers as a kid to revolutionizing footwear design, Omar Bailey is forging paths and breaking molds with FCTRY LAb. This founder is reshaping the industry from LA, championing diversity and creating opportunities for minority designers. Omar's ethos? Don't wait for permission—create your own opportunities. Check out this article by Essence to get an in-depth look into his world of design and how he’s transforming the future of footwear, one shoe at a time: https://lnkd.in/gYccRXWB 

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"Classic style is all about centering wardrobe essentials that will always be in fashion - think: clean silhouettes, minimal accessories, neutral color palettes. That doesn't mean you have to be predictive or old-fashioned with how you dress each day, but it's a call to balance wearing "simple" staples and the season's hottest trends" - Who What Wear Thank you Who What Wear for mentioning us in your article. We agree - pieces for your capsule wardrobe is a true investment. Read full article and shop the hottest knits with the link. #whowhatwear #softgoatcashmere

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A stuffed plush toy in the shape of a batman and a 100x120 cm woven polyester blanket with batman figures are sold in retail form. Of course, we will classify these items. As you know, some conditions must be met before classifying set items in comment rule GIR 3(b). First of all, although they appear together as a set, do the items fall into the set class in terms of interpretation language?  We'll have to check it out. Conditions(in short); 1)Goods classified in at least two different positions, 2)Meeting a special need or performing a certain function, 3)Sold in packaged form without repackaging. Since there is a plush toy (9503) and a blanket (6301) in the representative photo, our first condition is met. However, we cannot see that two items present a combination in terms of a special need or a certain function, are not related, or are used in a row. For this reason, our item will not be considered a set. Plush toy and blanket will be on their own tariffs. https://lnkd.in/gmdiASTN

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Celebrating 13 years at The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator! Thirteen years ago a passionate group of civic, corporate and academic leaders came together to launch the Philadelphia Fashion Incubator as we wanted to find a way to reinvigorate the once thriving fashion sector of our city.  Our mission has always been focused on providing education, business resources and opportunities to the city's emerging fashion designers and supporting them in defining their brands and building thriving businesses. We accomplish this mission thru a dynamic one year business of fashion residency program.  By connecting our designers to the global fashion network and encouraging them to expand and retain their businesses in the region, PFI contributes to Philadelphia’s economic development. Over the years we have identified the need of our designers to have a space to showcase and sell their designs.    And now with our new location in historic Fabric Row, we have fulfilled this need by having a retail presence where our designers and alumni can sell their collections directly to consumers. Since its inception, PFI has launched over 65 Philadelphia based fashion brands ranging from womenswear and custom bridal, childrens wear and size inclusive sleepwear, men’s underwear and jewelry to women’s work boots and adaptive wear.   I am proud to share that over 70% of our alumni are still in business today in the region. A few of our alumni have become multimillion dollar brands, several have opened retail locations and showrooms and some of our alumni have sold nationally to HSN, Macy’s, Anthropologie, QVC, Walmart, and Zappos.  They have been featured in national press and tv programming including WWD, Fox, NY Times, Forbes, Inc., Philadelphia Magazine, Project Runway, Making the Cut, America’s Next Big Deal, the Today Show and Good Morning America.  PFI's impact is exponential as our program has welcomed a diverse mix of designers that bring multicultural and multigenerational perspectives to their collections and businesses.  We have had designers from the age of 22-70 years old in our program.  Our new cohort features 4 women and 1 male owned businesses, with backgrounds that include Italy, Nigeria, Kazakhstan and Native American.  Diversity in the creative economy fosters more choices for the consumer and brings original perspectives to the design world. I am thrilled to see the incredible impact our initiative has had on Philadelphia's fashion sector and nurturing the next generation of fashion entrepreneurs in the region. Please consider making a donation in honor of this special day celebrating 13 years and fashion entrepreneurship in Philadelphia. https://lnkd.in/eushB4re Juno Jones Safety Boots Erik Seel Michelle Shannon Earl Boyd Bridgett Battles Anne Millman Mindy Solkin Conrad Booker Milan Harris Sherrill Mosee Alba E. Martínez, Esq. Terese Brown Amy Voloshin Nicole Muhammad Dawn Summerville Sophea Heng

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Longtime friends, David and Grant had often discussed trends in apparel. David, a prominent dentist, had been frustrated by the lack of options in the medical apparel industry. Despite advances in materials and fits, David still found premium options to be lacking true innovation. Premium materials, fashionable silhouettes, and lightweight protection were nonexistent. David was constantly tailoring and modifying existing brands to fit his needs, a pain-point shared by many of his colleagues. Grant, with his 30+ years of global apparel experience leading brands like Nike and Levi’s, saw the opportunity to treat medical professionals like elite athletes. By using superior materials, elevating performance, and using silhouettes borrowed from sportswear, they could cater to the specific needs of medical professionals. Together, Grant and David created Penna: premium, performance, stylish healthwear for the modern medical professional. After incubating the brand alongside industry professionals, Penna is here. - #Penna #Scrubs #Healthcare #Healthwear #Sustainable #Fashion

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New work 💙 Anyways x Levi's x Director Dimz asking the important questions: how much denim is too much denim? Obvs the answer is MORE DENIM PLS. With Anyways working from concept to shoot to final edit, you can check out the full vid below 👇

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Tech Stack: Fashion Brands’ Answer to Turning Runway Success Into Offramp Sales The likelihood of a fashion brand’s onramp success to translate off-ramp hinges as much on its ability to engage customers with its collection as it does on delivering a seamless shopping experience across various channels. Where fashion brands get stuck From a technological standpoint, the problems fashion brands face when it comes to growing their business all too often boil down to speed, cost, and a lack of a well-planned roadmap to meet their goals. In today’s competitive environment, brands need to be able to try out new strategies, quickly learn from their mistakes, and adjust their approaches as required. This raises the need for a composable tech stack, allowing brands to leverage APIs to seamlessly test innovative ideas. Of course, brands also face the pressure of managing costs and may find their tech investments putting a squeeze on their profit margins. Read more 👇🏼 https://lnkd.in/duQi7Anm

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The digital era has sparked exciting new trends and opportunities within the fashion job market. We're here to help you navigate these changes. #fashion #digital #trends #fashiontrends #digitaltrends #jobmarket #tuesdaytips #recruiting #careers #jobs #fashionjobs

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Stephanie Downs, the founder of UNCAGED Innovations, one of our portfolio companies, has penned a compelling op-ed challenging the conventional view of leather as a 'natural' choice. She introduces innovative alternatives that promise sustainability without sacrificing quality. A must-read for anyone interested in the future of sustainable materials. Dive into her insights and join the conversation on redefining 'natural' in our industries. #SustainableMaterials #Innovation #VentureCapital Read her op-ed here: https://lnkd.in/gUtu4-F6

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JVBswim is making waves! Our latest feature on The Interline takes you on a journey through JVBswim's commitment to redefining industry standards - integrating traditional practices and innovative methods to produce high-quality, eco-friendly products. Delve into the full article to understand our unwavering commitment to ethical practices and sustainability!

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Demand for footwear is in, with 10% of US based consumers surveyed claiming that they intend to increase footwear spending in 2024. Download the MMGNET 2024 US Fashion Consumer Outlook Report to unlock more insights and to explore topics such as; the major shifts that will define the US fashion market, the categories US consumers are planning to spend in, what motivates consumers to make purchases, and more.  Discover more here:  https://lnkd.in/g66fBU_H

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In this Expert Analysis #3E's Cassidy Spencer stitches together the details of the Fashion Environmental Accountability Act, a.k.a. the New York Fashion Act. What does the Met Gala have to do with supply chain best practices for sustainability? Read our blog to find out: #supplychain #nycfashion #NewYorkFashionAct

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