The New York City Garment District is nothing to ignore in these times of out sourcing mayhem as major players such as Mayor Bloomberg and Diane Von Furstenberg, president of CFDA, draw up plans to make it a label. Yes, Made in New York no less a grand gesture for being made in America in it’s epicenter and cultural haven. When New Yorker’s get an idea they plan to make good on it’s success and that is what this venture will be. Mayor Bloomberg understands the times in this country is about bringing back industry to what was a thriving and essential industry. Bringing back the industry not only provides jobs, but keeps designers thriving by allowing them to utilize the tools domestically to manufacture and market their product. With all of this competitive advantage, it could also allow the cost for the clothing manufactured in the U.S. to be as less expensive to their Asian counterparts. It is being called ambitious, but what isn’t ambitious in New York City. Their vision will become a reality even though Rome wasn’t built in a day and good things come with time. I’m just excited to see the label Made in New York on my next purchase!
The Stella Terra 