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Hampshire Announces Results for 1st Quarter 2008 and the Filing of Its 10-Q

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Fri, 09 May 2008 04:42:42 MDT

Results for the Three Months Ended March 29, 2008

As disclosed in previous filings, Hampshire Group sold certain assets of its Shane Hunter subsidiary on April 15, 2008. For the periods discussed herein, Shane Hunter’s results of operations were reflected in discontinued operations and excluded from continuing operations.

Net sales from continuing operations for the three months ended March 29, 2008 decreased 2.0% to $39.8 million from $40.6 million for the same period last year. The decline was the result of a decrease in volume due mainly to weak retail conditions and partially offset by higher average unit selling prices. If these retail conditions persist, which the Company believes appears likely for the balance of the year, net sales will be adversely affected in 2008.

Tom James Unveils List of Classic, Summer Men�s Fashion Essentials

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Wed, 07 May 2008 09:15:27 MDT

No matter the steamy summer temperatures, men still have self-expectations of looking good and wearing attractive clothing — both while at work and play. With warmer months on the horizon, The Tom James Company, purveyor of luxury clothing, has developed a list of classic summer essentials to help guide men when making their summer wardrobe purchases.

“Our (Tom James Company) list of summer essentials features garments designed to provide men comfort from the elements, yet the distinguished appearance they desire,” said Christian Boehm, Tom James’ director of merchandising and marketing.

12 Months of Posh Handbags, Stuffed With Stylish Fiction

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Tue, 06 May 2008 08:52:49 MDT

A leading publisher and a handbag maker are partnering to launch "Book in a Bag," a year-long giveaway of chic handbags filled with the newest fashion fiction.

BuddhiWear offers Hip yoga casual wear that is eco-friendly

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Mon, 05 May 2008 07:30:55 MDT

BuddhiWear offers Hip yoga casual wear that is eco-friendly. Bold colors and more styles too!

BuddhiWear, a Columbia-based apparel company, is pleased to announce the launch of additional styles to its third line of innovative, organic, positive-inspired apparel for women, men, and children. The new additions include colored tank tops, colored onesies, and bamboo lounge pants.

NexCen Brands and Peerless Teaming to Re-launch Bill Blass Men�s Collection

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Mon, 05 May 2008 07:21:54 MDT

NexCen Brands Inc. (Nasdaq: NEXC), owner of the Bill Blass brand, has entered into a licensing agreement with Peerless Clothing in preparation for the re-launch of the Bill Blass Men’s Collection of tailored clothing. The new collection is being designed by Michael Bastian, the creative director for Bill Blass Menswear. Michael is a nominee for the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) Menswear Designer of the Year award.

Tandy Leather Factory, Inc. Reports April Sales Gain of 10 Percent

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Fri, 02 May 2008 08:53:55 MDT

Tandy Leather Factory, Inc. (AMEX: TLF) reported yesterday that sales for the month of April were $4.7 million, up 10% from April 2007 sales of $4.3 million. Year to date sales are down 4% to $18.0 million in the current year from $18.9 million last year. Tandy’s new UK store, which opened in mid-February, reported April sales of $42,000.

Textronics CEO Shares Start-Up Company�s Story at Smart Fabrics Conference

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Fri, 02 May 2008 08:49:17 MDT

Textronics, Inc. CEO Stacey Burr will share the story of her start-up company’s commercialization of electronic-textiles at the fourth annual Smart Fabrics conference, May 5-7, in Charleston, S.C.

Textronics, Inc., is a leader in the development of wearable sensors for fitness and health monitoring. The company sells its patented sensors and markets its own line of clothes that monitor heart rate under the brand name NuMetrex.

Burr’s presentation, “Insights into Health Sensor Clothing Commercialization,” will take place at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, May 5. The Smart Fabrics 2008 conference is being held at the DoubleTree Guest Suites in Charleston’s historic district.

“As the first company to commercialize electronic textiles in a consumer garment, Textronics has played an important role in defining this emerging field and identifying market opportunities,” said Burr. Her talk will address topics including how investors can help you grow, the importance of building the right team, finding partners and big customers, and identifying the right suppliers.

For more information about Textronics, Inc. and its NuMetrex line of heart sensing fitness apparel, visit www.numetrex.com.

About Textronics

Textronics, Inc. is a leader in the development of wearable sensors for fitness and health monitoring. The Company’s patented textile sensor systems are capable of capturing comprehensive physiologic data from the body and are designed to be seamlessly integrated into everyday garments. Wearable monitoring allows a comfortable and user-friendly way to obtain body data measurements to assist consumers in managing their top wellness concerns of weight loss, physical health and energy level. Textronics sells sensor components and markets its own line of clothes for personal monitoring under the brand name NuMetrex. Textronics, Inc. has also received FDA clearance to market its textile electrodes for use in general electrocardiograph monitoring and recording procedures. The company’s heart-sensing fabric offers a comfortable alternative to adhesive electrodes and metal wristbands that are commonly used with most ECG instruments on the market.

BABY GOES GREEN: PTPA MEDIA ANNOUNCES CALL FOR EARTH-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Thu, 01 May 2008 12:29:22 MDT

Responding to the growing number of parents choosing to use products that have minimal impact on the environment, PTPA Media - a company providing reviews and awarding it's seal of approval of items that have been tested and approved by parents - is announcing its first call for "green" products.

PTPA Media realizes that families are increasingly becoming more proactive and vocal about going "green" in an effort to provide a better environment for future generations. In its ongoing pursuit to offer child and family-friendly products that are designed to enrich family living, PTPA Media plans to continue the Green Award as long as parents are persistent about living an eco-friendly lifestyle

Hydrogen Fashon In Tokyo April 2008

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Thu, 01 May 2008 08:04:53 MDT

Hydrogen focuses on foreign markets and chooses Japan for a week of astonishing events. Hydrogen dedicated its April events to Japan, the market that worldwide has been most rewarding for the company’s brands, founded and headed by Alberto Bresci.

Wendy�s International Honors Crest Uniform for Supplier Excellence

no@spam.com (Maxamillion Blick) — Thu, 01 May 2008 07:57:10 MDT

Wendy’s International honored Crest Uniform, a division of ARAMARK Uniform & Career Apparel, with a 2008 Golden Link Award for Supplier Excellence. According to Wendy’s, Crest was selected for its uniform program because it delivered increased savings while maintaining excellent customer service.