What differentiates these fashion start-ups is their capacity for innovation and resilience. Some brands concentrate on practicality, such as satin-lined hoodies that protect natural hair or ...

Beanies – or toques, in Canadian parlance – is surging in popularity, especially among a subset of young, urban consumers.

Patrick McDowell — the independent designer known for crafting limited-edition, made-to-order garments — is stepping away ...