London News - London was host to the "2009 Best Drapers Awards". This award is the biggest achievement any retailer can have in their career. Equivalent to a Oscar Award in the film industry, it's a much sought after prize.

Artist Promotion Clothing, based in Utica, New York has been awarded "Independent Fashion Retailer Web Designer of the Year 2009" this is for all the UK and Canada and United States. Proprietor Mr. Ruben J Burgos Aka R. Mack Milly opened the business in 2007, Since then Artist Promotion Clothing has grown from strength to strength. Brands in Store include Street Life, Bella, Rose Angel, Tru Wear, Dfinichi, illuminate. Catering for both male and female the product range on offer is second to none. Mr. Burgos say's “My customer's have a strong sense of self and with that goes a strong sense of style, they want clothes that meet real lifestyle needs, enhancing comfort and function”. “Our customer no longer wants a total designer look. They want quality and comfort and choose to create there own look by mixing products and brands using there own imagination.”

After re-lunching the business in January this year with a complete overhaul of the store. R. Mack Milly also launched an on-line business that compliments the factory store http://artistpromotionz.spreadshirt.com offering a collection that can now be purchased 24/7. “I feel that technology will play an ever-increasing role in the way customers make there purchases, but I believe that shops will continue to be the main forum for the majority of fashion sales”

Certainly by achieving this award shows that Artist Promotion Clothing has got what it takes to compete at an National and International level. The Mogul’s Judges had this to say regarding Artist Promotion Clothing “Devotion to shirts made for music and all that goes with it - that’s what you get from this stylish independent business with big ideas and an eye for small detail. Owner Ruben Burgos really loves what he does and makes sure his customers love it too, by adding well-respected surprise brands to the big-names list, plus niche eco-friendly labels.

In the tough young fashion market, Artist Promotion Clothing has sussed out what sets it apart from the rest and is deservedly growing. Stores are planned in 2011. Also plans for developing niche online business are also in the pipeline. This Utica, New York business has a track record of steady success that is set to bloom as it becomes more ambitious. Ruben knows the trade inside out and is confident that he’s taking the business in the right direction - picking up this accolade shows he’s well on the road.”

“I’m totally delighted to receive this Award and feel that the best has yet to be seen from Artist Promotion Clothing, 2010 will be a busy one.” Ruben Burgos