(AAFA)
An organization comprised of members of the apparel and footwear industries. This organization's members also include those from the childrenswear industry since the Childrenswear Manufacturers Association dissolved in the late 1990s. The AAFA conducts industry seminars and addresses issues related to legislation, product review, and the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CCPSC).
Historical Dictionary of the Fashion Industry. Francesca Sterlacci and Joanne Arbuckle.