Apparel Archives

Aug 21

YKK’s innovative zippers help make fashion accessible to all

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Here at YKK we're are constantly thinking about innovative ways to engineer products that are not only stylish but also functional. We were inspired by the work teen designer Leah Zelaya is doing to help make fashion accessible to all and wanted to share a few ways in which YKK…

Apr 07

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Women Designers working to meet critical needs

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We're inspired by the work of many companies and independent designers that have come together during these difficult times to help their community members, especially those in the healthcare industry. In this installment of our Women Designers Series, we're highlighting the work of women designers who have shifted their production…

Feb 07

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Meet Shadé Olabisi, the designer keeping inclusivity at the forefront of her fashion line

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Meet Shadé Olabisi, the designer keeping inclusivity at the forefront of her fashion line

Dec 05

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A new line of nursingwear for moms on the go! Introducing Alia White of Ashe and Irys

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Our women designers series is an on-going project to highlight innovative designers across the world that incorporate YKK® products into their unique creations. In this installment, we introduce you to Alia White, founder of Ashe and Irys, a new line of nursingwear for moms searching for chic and affordable options.…

Nov 26

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YKK sponsoring San Francisco-based Arts of Fashion Foundation to Host 18th Annual International Fashion Showcase at the Asian Art Museum

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The Arts of Fashion Foundation will welcome guests to the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco on Monday, December 16, 2019 to view the grand finale of the annual Symposium, the International Fashion Competition Runway Show, a presentation of 50 finalists from around the world. The show begins at 7:30…

Oct 15

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Brittani Bumb: Creating new designs with a touch of vintage flair

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Our women designers series is an on-going project to highlight innovative designers across the world that incorporate YKK® products into their unique creations. Introducing Atlanta-based fashion designer, Brittani Bumb. Brittani's love for vintage fashion has influenced her designs and inspired her to create a clothing line called Untitled Thoughts. We…

Oct 11

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Yoko Katz: Making a difference for breast cancer survivors through fashion

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Our women designers series is an on-going project to highlight innovative designers across the world that incorporate YKK® products into their unique creations. Designer Yoko Katz wearing the Relaxip™ t-shirt, a post-mastectomy op blouse featuring YKK® Zippers. Yoko Katz, a breast cancer survivor of 5 years, is on a mission…

Oct 11

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Top 5 Outdoor Apparel Trends- YKK Experts Series

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With summer coming to an end, we thought this would be a good time to get caught up on some of the current and future trends in the outdoor apparel industry. In this installment of our “Interviews with the Experts” series, we met with outdoor industry expert, Jenni Sanders. Jenni,…

Sep 05

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Women Designers Series: Mary Bashay

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Our women designers series is an on-going project to highlight innovative designers across the world that incorporate YKK® products into their unique creations.

Aug 19

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Women Designers Series: Kate Cusack

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Our women designers series is an on-going project to highlight innovative designers across the world that incorporate YKK® products into their unique creations. Today we'd like to introduce you to designer Kate Cusack. Originally from Brooklyn, NY, Kate earned a BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art and an…