Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Apparel Manufacturing Partner Since 1971
Founded in 1971, Topson Downs has grown from a small Los Angeles fashion operation into a global leader in apparel manufacturing. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and ethical practices has driven our expansion across eight countries, serving major retailers and developing in-house brands. With decades of experience, we prioritize customer needs through agile production, sustainable practices, and a vertically integrated supply chain.Our teams in Culver City, New York, Toronto, and Shanghai ensure seamless operations, while our LEED-certified facilities and partnerships with organizations like Better Cotton reflect our environmental responsibility. As an industry pioneer, we continue to evolve with every trend, maintaining rigorous compliance standards and fostering community engagement through initiatives like Red Cross support and local charity programs.
Services
Apparel Manufacturing
Denim Production
Sustainable Fashion
In-House Design
Global Logistics
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in global apparel manufacturing.
- Our LEED-certified facilities demonstrate environmental responsibility.
- We maintain rigorous compliance with ethical production standards worldwide.
- Our in-house Art Studio offers 15,000+ exclusive custom prints.
- We operate a 442,000 sq ft high-efficiency distribution center in Chino, CA.
Associations and certifications
- LEED Gold Certification
- Better Cotton Initiative
Services
Apparel Manufacturing
Topson Downs specializes in end-to-end apparel manufacturing for major retailers and private labels. Our capabilities span denim, knits, and woven garments for women, men, and children. With 50+ years of expertise, we combine global sourcing with US-based quality control to deliver 40 million+ units annually while maintaining ethical labor practices and environmental stewardship.
Sustainable Fashion
Our sustainability initiatives include LEED-certified facilities, renewable energy usage, and Better Cotton partnerships. We implement water-saving technologies in denim production and track factory energy consumption to reduce environmental impact. Through ELEVATE Limited collaboration, we maintain transparent supply chains and set industry benchmarks for responsible sourcing across eight production countries.
In-House Design
The TOPSON Art Studio houses a 15,000+ print library created by dedicated designers. This capability eliminates third-party dependencies while enabling exclusive patterns for retail partners. Our design teams in Los Angeles and Shanghai provide market intelligence and trend forecasting, ensuring fashion-forward solutions that align with current consumer demands and seasonal trends.
Global Logistics
We manage a vertically integrated supply chain with offices in four countries and a Chino warehouse handling 1M+ units weekly. Our SCALE WMS system ensures efficient distribution while maintaining inventory flexibility for retailers. This infrastructure supports quick-response manufacturing and just-in-time delivery solutions for major market tiers worldwide.
Ethical Compliance
Topson Downs enforces strict compliance standards through bi-monthly audits and a comprehensive code of conduct. Our program covers labor rights, environmental protection, and workplace safety across global factories. Partnering with ELEVATE Limited enhances transparency while our internal compliance matrix tracks progress toward continuous improvement in ethical manufacturing practices.
People
John Poyer
CEO
John Poyer leads Topson Downs' administrative and logistics operations with 40+ years of industry experience since joining in 1979. A California State University graduate, he balances corporate leadership with family life in Los Angeles, maintaining strong connections to the local business community.
Joe Wirht
Corporate Secretary
With 40+ years at Topson Downs, Joe Wirht manages sales and merchandising operations while maintaining active involvement in sourcing strategies. A Southern California native, he combines business expertise with personal interests in wellness activities and family life in the Los Angeles area.
Camille Bergher
Creative Director
Camille Bergher directs Topson Downs' fashion vision with 30+ years of experience shaping industry trends. As founder of AFRM, she merges ethical fashion with empowerment messaging while balancing leadership responsibilities with family life in Southern California.
Danny Abramovitch
President
Danny Abramovitch drives Topson Downs' strategic growth as President, leveraging 25+ years of sales and merchandising expertise. A USC graduate, he combines corporate leadership with active participation in Los Angeles business networks and sports community engagement.
Questions
What apparel categories does Topson Downs produce?
We manufacture women's, men's, and children's apparel including denim, knits, woven garments, maternity wear, and accessories for major retailers worldwide.
How does Topson Downs ensure ethical production?
We enforce bi-monthly compliance audits, maintain a strict code of conduct, and partner with ELEVATE Limited to ensure ethical labor practices across all global manufacturing facilities.
What sustainability initiatives are in place?
Our LEED-certified facilities use renewable energy, water-saving technologies, and Better Cotton partnerships to reduce environmental impact while tracking factory energy consumption for continuous improvement.
Can you explain your global logistics capabilities?
We operate a 442,000 sq ft Chino warehouse with SCALE WMS technology, enabling 1M+ units weekly throughput while maintaining inventory flexibility for retail partners across multiple distribution channels.
How do you handle custom design requests?
Our in-house Art Studio offers 15,000+ exclusive prints created by dedicated designers, providing retail partners with unique patterns without reliance on third-party vendors.
