American Apparel and Footwear Association news and archive

Notorious Markets report calls out Alibaba on counterfeit affiliations

The U.S. government is taking a stand against counterfeits. In a release by the American Apparel & Footwear Association, it was made clear that the U.S. government had sent a “strong warning” to Alibaba to clean up its act on counterfeits. The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has been upset about this issue for a while. “AAFA...

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Juanita Duggan leaves AAFA after 1 year as CEO

Los Angeles - The American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) is looking for a new chief executive officer. The AAFA is looking to replace Juanita Duggan, who served as the association’s president and CEO for a little over a year. At the position, she oversaw design and selection of a new office in Washington D.C. among other duties. “Under...

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Rebecca Minkoff to be honoured by AAFA

Accessories and ready-to-wear designer Rebecca Minkoff has been chosen as the American Apparel and Footwear Association’s Designer of the Year at its annual American Image Awards. Taking place on May 16, the black-tie gala will also honour Wes Card, chief executive officer of The Jones Group, who will receive the Man of the Year award,...