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Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sportswear Brand Actively Black Reshores Operations to the U.S. as Juneteenth Launch Nears
Actively Black is shifting part of its manufacturing to the U.S. and out of China, aligning with broader national efforts to bring production stateside. On Thursday, the sportswear brand, owned by former Sacramento Kings player Lanny Smith, will debut a new collection designed by an all-Black creative team. Unlike previous drops, every piece in the collection—which includes graphic T-shirts, shorts and hoodies—will be made from 100 percent certified Black-grown cotton and produced entirely in the U.S. through a fully Black-owned supply chain. More from Sourcing Journal Can Tech Plug the Gaps Between Immigration Policies and Reshoring Aspirations? Veteran's Carbon Holdings Pledges $1.1 Billion to US Farmers for Carbon Soil Program Trump Says US Should Produce Tech and Tanks, Not T-Shirts and Sneakers This venture kicked into high gear earlier this year after Donald Trump's global trade war gave Smith the push he needed to pivot. 'The idea of working with a fully Black-owned, U.S.-based supply chain [first crossed my mind] last year, but it didn't really accelerate until all the tariff talk began. That's when we had to start looking at some pivots just for operational survival,' Smith told Sourcing Journal. 'But overall, so many industries in America were built off profits made from slavery and cotton. Our people unwillingly participated in the wealth generation that created the U.S. economy, but we never got to enjoy the fruits of that labor or share in the upside of that wealth creation. There are scars, there's trauma… but I see this venture as reclamation.' To onshore its operations, Actively Black partnered with Bridgeforth Farms, a fifth-generation Black-owned and operated cotton farm and manufacturer. Based in Tanner, Alabama, the farm was established almost immediately after the Civil War, when former slave George Bridgeforth began purchasing land in North Alabama to build a legacy. Together with his wife, Jennie, he laid the foundation for what would become one of the oldest Black-owned farms in the country. Fast-forward to today, the farm is now run by Carlton and Kyle Bridgeforth—along with a few other family members—who were 'vital assets' in bringing the collection to life. 'The Bridgeforth family has been an amazing partner. Their capability to produce the products we're releasing is incredible, and the fact that they've kept this going for 150 years is just remarkable,' Smith said. 'We're also working with another company, Comoco Cotton, which is aggregating Black farmers in North Carolina. By working with both, we see an opportunity to hopefully scale [our operations] into an ecosystem.' This collection was intentionally timed to drop on Juneteenth, the annual June 19th holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. 'I think of Juneteenth and what it means for our people and the continued fight for freedom and equality…that's part of what this [collection] represents,' Smith said. 'We're not asking for a handout or for anyone to give us anything. We're building our own supply chain so we can generate wealth and power ourselves.'
Irish Daily Mirror
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Next shoppers rave about 'flattering' €35 T-shirt dress that 'will never date'
Next shoppers have been praising a "comfortable" holiday dress that was also called "very flattering" and is made from a lightweight material that "keeps you cool" in the heat. It's proved so popular with shoppers that people have gone back to buy multiple colours. The Twist Short Sleeved T-Shirt Summer Dress starts from €34.50. It is available in sizes 6 to 26 as well as having both petite and tall fitting options to make sure the dress fits most body types perfectly, reports The Mirror. It comes in six different style options, with plain colours including black, khaki green, plum purple and red (all €34.50). Next also offers two versions with a pattern, including a white and black print (€38) and a navy blue with white striped version (€39). Similar styles are available at other stores - such as the M&S Pure Cotton Striped Mini T-Shirt Dress (€34 -available in store but currently not available to order online in Ireland), Wallis Premium Jersey T-shirt Dress (via Debenhams from €34.50) or New Look's Black Cotton T-Shirt Mini Dress (€17). However, Next had lots of shoppers ordering this Twist Short Sleeved T-Shirt Summer Dress. Across every style, the dress itself has over 150 reviews, with most awarding a flawless five-star rating. The most popular (based on those ratings) was the khaki green version, however, shoppers loved these dresses so much that a few bought multiple styles. One shopper said: "This is a dress that will never date and will be useful for many occasions. It is comfortable to wear, and the twisted front makes it a bit more interesting." Another added: "Excellent buy. Material good quality and a very flattering style." A third wrote: "Loose fitting and quite thin material but great for a holiday in the daytime or could be dressed up for nighttime." Someone else posted: "I only wanted the khaki version of this dress but for the price I thought why not try the black too. I'm so pleased I did. Very flattering for someone who is super conscious of my tummy area." A fifth put in their review: "Brilliant fit! Sits snuggly and it holds in all the right places, it really complements my figure and I got lots of nice comments at the event I wore it to!" And, another shared: "Fantastic easy wear summer dress. Very flattering and keeps you cool." Some did have issues and had to send the dress back to Next. One claimed: "Returned as neck too high and felt uncomfortable." Another suggested the dress was "shapeless" and others found issue with where the fashion store has placed the twist knot. In addition to the fit and feel, shoppers who went for the plain red option claimed in the reviews it arrived and was "more of a bright orange."
North Wales Live
05-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- North Wales Live
Next's £14 dress that's so popular shoppers say 'I bought five'
Dresses are a staple in any fashion lover's wardrobe, particularly during the balmy summer months. Currently, Boden is offering a 25% discount on all dresses on its website until next Monday when you use the code 7N7G at checkout - you can view all the items reduced in the flash sale here. Next also offers a wide range of options, with one dress proving particularly popular among shoppers. The Khaki Green 100% Cotton T-shirt Dress, priced at £14, comes in various sizes and fits, including petite, regular and tall, although some fits may be sold out. The budget-friendly dress is available in a selection of nine colours and patterns. Besides khaki, the dress is offered in black, ecru zebra, stone stripe, multi-coloured, fluro orange, green, palm tree brown and even a William Morris blue print. Constructed from 'breathable' cotton, Next describes its Khaki Green 100% Cotton T-shirt Dress as ideal for everyday wear in warm weather, whether at home or abroad. It features a crewneck collar and comes in a 'stylish' midi-length, reports Essex Live. If you're in the market for a cotton T-shirt dress with more length, New Look is retailing this Black Cotton Midi Smock Dress for £19.99. For something similar but with pockets, Uniqlo has this AIRism Short Sleeve Cotton Mini Dress on sale for £19.90. Each dress colour has garnered unique responses from customers. Notably, the khaki green variant has been met with exceptional five-star reviews. Heidi was thrilled, mentioning her plans to buy the dres s in additional colours. "Lovely dress, fits nice, twist detail on front of dress is very flattering, great length, can easily be dressed up or down, so good ordered it in another colour," she stated. Tracy echoed her enthusiasm, saying: "Love these T-shirt dresses, I have bought at least five, great quality. Wash well." Another customer added: "Great little dress for the summer with a pair of trainers, I ended up going up a size just for a better fit." Some criticism did surface, as one shopper commented, "Badly cut, neck too high, not good cotton jersey fabric." However, others commended the dress's adaptability: "Very pretty dress and you can keep it casual or dress up, looks very flattering on." Alison's review stated: "Great price Loose fit perfect for everyday use and can be dressed up or down." Alexandra shared her perspective: "A simple dress to throw on, can also be worn with leggings when it's cooler." Melanie voiced her affection for the dress: "Love this dress. So much so, I bought other colours too." On the other hand, Nicola reported a different experience: "I just didn't like the colour on me so returned it." A few customers praised the dress' s comfort and simplicity, recommending it as a great option for casual wear. Some reviewers noted that the dress runs a bit large, suggesting sizing down for a more fitted look. The high street retailer also has a similar style with the Black Twist Short Sleeved T-shirt Summer Dress, which costs £24. Overall, the feedback on the dress has been overwhelmingly positive, with many customers appreciating its versatility and value for money. Sandra offered a glowing review: "It looked as good as the picture, quality material, well made. It fits and looks lovely on me. I took it on holiday and had compliments. Plus, the price was excellent. Might buy another!". In contrast, an unnamed customer remarked: "Would have liked it 2 inches shorter, but kept it because of the quality." Next's Khaki Green 100% Cotton T-shirt Dress retails at £14, with other colours and patterns available at varying price points.
Wales Online
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Next's £14 dress that's so popular shoppers say 'I bought five'
Next's £14 dress that's so popular shoppers say 'I bought five' Next is selling a £14 T-shirt dress that's perfect for the summer and comes in a range of colours and shoppers can't get enough of it and say they've bought multiple colours This dress is very popular (Image: Next ) Dresses are a staple in any fashion lover's wardrobe, particularly during the balmy summer months. Currently, Boden is offering a 25% discount on all dresses on its website until next Monday when you use the code 7N7G at checkout - you can view all the items reduced in the flash sale here. Next also offers a wide range of options, with one dress proving particularly popular among shoppers. The Khaki Green 100% Cotton T-shirt Dress, priced at £14, comes in various sizes and fits, including petite, regular and tall, although some fits may be sold out. The budget-friendly dress is available in a selection of nine colours and patterns. Besides khaki, the dress is offered in black, ecru zebra, stone stripe, multi-coloured, fluro orange, green, palm tree brown and even a William Morris blue print. Constructed from 'breathable' cotton, Next describes its Khaki Green 100% Cotton T-shirt Dress as ideal for everyday wear in warm weather, whether at home or abroad. It features a crewneck collar and comes in a 'stylish' midi-length, reports Essex Live. If you're in the market for a cotton T-shirt dress with more length, New Look is retailing this Black Cotton Midi Smock Dress for £19.99. For something similar but with pockets, Uniqlo has this AIRism Short Sleeve Cotton Mini Dress on sale for £19.90. Each dress colour has garnered unique responses from customers. Notably, the khaki green variant has been met with exceptional five-star reviews. Heidi was thrilled, mentioning her plans to buy the dress in additional colours. "Lovely dress, fits nice, twist detail on front of dress is very flattering, great length, can easily be dressed up or down, so good ordered it in another colour," she stated. The Khaki Green 100% Cotton T-Shirt Dress is 'perfect' for throwing on (Image: Next ) Tracy echoed her enthusiasm, saying: "Love these T-shirt dresses, I have bought at least five, great quality. Wash well." Another customer added: "Great little dress for the summer with a pair of trainers, I ended up going up a size just for a better fit." Some criticism did surface, as one shopper commented, "Badly cut, neck too high, not good cotton jersey fabric." However, others commended the dress's adaptability: "Very pretty dress and you can keep it casual or dress up, looks very flattering on." Alison's review stated: "Great price Loose fit perfect for everyday use and can be dressed up or down." Alexandra shared her perspective: "A simple dress to throw on, can also be worn with leggings when it's cooler." Melanie voiced her affection for the dress: "Love this dress. So much so, I bought other colours too." On the other hand, Nicola reported a different experience: "I just didn't like the colour on me so returned it." A few customers praised the dress's comfort and simplicity, recommending it as a great option for casual wear. Some reviewers noted that the dress runs a bit large, suggesting sizing down for a more fitted look. The high street retailer also has a similar style with the Black Twist Short Sleeved T-shirt Summer Dress, which costs £24. Overall, the feedback on the dress has been overwhelmingly positive, with many customers appreciating its versatility and value for money. Sandra offered a glowing review: "It looked as good as the picture, quality material, well made. It fits and looks lovely on me. I took it on holiday and had compliments. Plus, the price was excellent. Might buy another!". Article continues below In contrast, an unnamed customer remarked: "Would have liked it 2 inches shorter, but kept it because of the quality." Next's Khaki Green 100% Cotton T-shirt Dress retails at £14, with other colours and patterns available at varying price points.
Daily Mirror
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Next's t-shirt dress so 'flattering' shoppers buy multiple colours
'I have bought at least five, they're great quality and wash well' Dresses are a must-have in any wardrobe, especially during the summer months. They offer versatility for various occasions while ensuring comfort and practicality. Next provides a broad range of options, including this Khaki Green 100% Cotton T-shirt Dress. Priced at £14, the dress is available in a variety of sizes and fits - including petite, regular and tall - although some fits may be sold out. However, a similar style can be found at Next with its William Morris. In addition to the Khaki Green option, there are nine other colours and patterns to choose from. These include black, ecru zebra, stone stripe, multi-coloured, fluro orange, green, palm tree brown and a William Morris design. Crafted from 'breathable' cotton, Next describes its Khaki Green 100% Cotton T-shirt Dress as perfect for everyday wear in warm weather, whether in the UK or overseas. It features a crewneck collar and comes in a 'stylish' midi-length, reports Plymouth Live. Next further comments: "The perfect throw-on mini Khaki Green 100% Cotton T-shirt Dress - great for holiday-summer styling and everyday activities. Buy in a classy solid colour or a funky print!" As the dress is made from 100% cotton, it is suitable for machine washing. If you're looking for a cotton T-shirt dress with more length, New Look offers this Black Cotton Midi Smock Dress for £19.99. For something similar but with pockets, Uniqlo has this AIRism Short Sleeve Cotton Mini Dress on sale for £19.90. Each colour variant of the dress has garnered its own set of glowing reviews. Numerous shoppers have left five-star ratings for the Khaki Green version. Heidi was impressed and revealed her intention to purchase more, commenting: "Lovely dress, fits nice, twist detail on front of dress is very flattering, great length, can easily be dressed up or down, so good ordered it in another colour." Tracy said: "Love these T-shirt dresses I have bought at least 5, great quality. Wash well." Another customer said: "Great little dress for the summer with a pair of trainers, I ended up going up a size just for a better fit." Yet, there was a less satisfied customer who said: "Badly cut, neck too high, not good cotton jersey fabric." A different shopper expressed their satisfaction, writing: "Very pretty dress and u can keep it casual or dress up ...looks very flattering on." Alison said: "Great price Loose fit perfect for everyday use and can be dressed up or down." Alexandra commented: "A simple dress to throw on, can also be worn with leggings when it's cooler." Melanie said: "Love this dress. So much so, I bought other colours too." Nicola wasn't as pleased however and said: "I just didn't like the colour on me so returned it." Sandra said: "It looked as good as the picture, quality material, well made. It fits and looks lovely on me. I took it on holiday and had compliments. Plus, the price was excellent. Might buy another!" However, one unnamed customer noted: "Would have liked it 2 inches shorter, but kept it because of the quality."
