AATCC announced the winners of the 2017 C2C Merchandising Competition. 20 Students participated from 4 various colleges and universities it also received 11 entries. Many students showcased their skills in business, marketing, and merchandising by creating a business concept of a hypothetical new apparel line that redesigns apparel items (leggings, t-shirts, etc.) for children (ages 2-10) with special needs and/or a disability. At the first place it was Moxie by Alexis Jones, second place Kids in Motion by Caroline DeRosa and third place –Smiley Willy by Lauren Ferrell and Hanna Jernigan.
Established in 1921 AATCC, the Association of Textile, Apparel & Materials Professionals, is the world’s leading not-for-profit association serving textile professionals. AATCC, headquartered in Research Triangle Park, NC, USA, provides test method development, quality control materials, and professional networking for members in about 50 countries throughout the world.
