Bollman Hat Co., the U.S.’s oldest hat maker and parent company of Kangol, decided recently to start manufacturing its products in the U.S., moving its manufacturing operations from China to Adamstown, Pa. Despite its long history and popularity among celebrities, like Samuel L. Jackson, the company saw a sharp increase in its cost of production,…
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The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that Kreative Kids is recalling its children’s robes after the items failed to meet flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, creating a risk of burn injuries. The recall…
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We follow up with the American Airlines uniform saga and the possible involvement of a T-shirt in a high profile court case.
Read MorePromo Marketing’s Video Battle pits two industry videos against each other for the chance at the ultimate bragging right: Being declared our readership’s absolute favorite. (Next up: I just got back from Mexico! It was fun, but it’s nice to be away from 95 degree heat.) Last week, HALO Branded Solutions won once again, and now will…
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Whether you’re gearing up for casual Friday or you work in an office where every day can be casual Friday, you really can’t go wrong with a classy (yet comfortable) polo shirt. With new designs, fabrics and features that serve well in the office, golf course or just around town, there’s a perfect polo shirt…
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In March, a woman flying from Beijing to Melbourne was injured after her wireless headphones ignited as she slept. Before she was able to shake them off her head, they caused burns to her face and neck, and left the cabin of the aircraft smelling like burning hair, plastic and electronics. PC Mag reported that…
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Remember how Balenciaga, the high-end fashion brand, was selling bags that looked crazy-similar to Ikea’s plastic blue shopping bags for more than $2,000? Well, in case you need a refresher, here’s our story on it. Ikea cut right to the chase by addressing the humor of selling a knock-off of a 99 cent bag for…
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We all like to feel appreciated. Joe and Tracy Troy, managing directors of Waterfront Branded Marketing Solutions Powered by Proforma, Westport, Conn., remember one promotion where a client wanted to show gratitude toward employees. But the Troys especially recall the overwhelming gratitude those employees showed them. “Joe opened up a pharmaceutical client in the Northeast…
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Remember last year, how the Chicago Cubs immortalized the phrase “Try not to suck?” It really did wonders, considering they’re the reigning World Series champions. And Cubs manager and witty quote machine Joe Maddon is keeping the streak alive in terms of catchphrases. This year, baseball’s master of brevity is doing something different: He’s going…
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Before today’s House Ways and Means Committee Hearing, business leaders aren’t taking the chance to let the proposed Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) make its way into law. Namely,…
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