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OpinionAI won’t stop the next supply chain disruption, but it can help companies plan
With the right data and tools, fashion and apparel brands can successfully mitigate pandemics, tariffs and what comes next, writes Paul F. Magel, president of Computer Generated Solutions.
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Wilson CEO to step down
Joe Dudy is exiting the chief executive role after spending three decades at Wilson and parent company Amer Sports.
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Shein, Temu and AliExpress should be labeled ‘notorious markets,’ nonprofit says
The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation bought more than 50 products from the companies and said nearly half were fakes.
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Adore Me founder out at Victoria’s Secret & Co.
Now leading the brand is Christine Vellani, who has worked in merchandising and new business at the lingerie giant for nearly six years.
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Caleres names new head of HR
Kathleen Welter will oversee human resources for the company’s portfolio of brands, including Famous Footwear, Allen Edmonds and the newly acquired Stuart Weitzman.
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Claire’s strikes $140M private equity takeover deal, pauses store liquidations
The bankrupt tween accessories retailer had plans to shutter at least 700 stores — possibly twice that — and now most will remain open.
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9 summer 2025 CEO changes that shook the fashion industry
Corporate transformations heated up in June and July at some of the sector’s biggest firms.
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Levi’s hires Victoria’s Secret chief supply chain officer
Chris Callieri will start in September, reporting directly to CEO Michelle Gass.
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Kenneth Cole launches men’s footwear collection
The Fall 2025 collection includes Oxfords, boots and sneakers and is made through a partnership with Marc Fisher Footwear.
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J.C. Penney debuts Aeropostale, Hurley in fall assortment
The department store will also carry exclusive designs from JS Jessica Simpson as it pushes forward a style and value brand position.
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Shein’s UK revenue up 32% last year
The results come as the fast fashion company has been shifting its marketing spending to the U.K. and EU after steep tariff impacts.
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Asics, Clarks top StockX trend report
Pop Mart’s Labubu collectibles also made an impact in the first half of the year, due in part to the product’s blind box sales model.
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Deep DiveHow to win back-to-school marketing as American Eagle’s big bet blows up
Though spending forecasts are bleak, value-focused messaging and smart social media plays could help brands transcend the turbulence.
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5 ongoing fashion lawsuits to watch the rest of the year
While some lawsuits filed in 2025 have been resolved, others are well underway, and some yearslong legal battles are continuing without resolution.
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EBay’s pre-loved, circular runway initiative to return this September
Designers Altuzarra, Erdem and Luar are participating in the Endless Runway event with archival pieces.
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Wholesale, back to school propel Birkenstock in Q3
Executives called tariffs “manageable” with a mix of price hikes, production efficiency and vendor negotiations, among other moves.
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Coach again drives growth for Tapestry in revenue, new customers
The company still experienced a steep net loss, however, due to the nixing of the proposed Capri Holdings merger and a loss of brand value at Kate Spade.
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6 recycled material firms to watch this year
So far in 2025, brands such as Lululemon and Tapestry have signed long-term partnerships with alternative material producers.
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Poshmark co-founder steps away from CEO role
After 15 years at the helm, Manish Chandra will make way for an executive from Poshmark’s parent company to step into the position.
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Gildan Activewear to buy HanesBrands for $2.2 billion
The deal would nearly double Gildan’s revenue, but there could be antitrust hurdles because both companies sell underwear, hosiery and shirts.
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Lilly Pulitzer announces Vintage Vault collection
The limited edition line will feature archival prints and offer multiple drops of women’s and girls’ apparel, with the first capsule launching in August.
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On raises full-year outlook, shrugs off tariff impact
Currency changes challenged the Swiss brand in Q2, but net sales still rose with direct to consumer leading the way.
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Temu sued for allegedly misappropriating likeness of late musician MF Doom
The fast fashion giant is accused of violating trademark rights owned by the rapper’s estate.
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Florsheim and Horween Leather release shoe collab
The six-piece collection was inspired by Chicago’s industrial roots and combines heritage styles and premium leather.
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US to maintain lower tariff rates on China imports for 90 more days
China also extended its suspension of additional retaliatory duties against U.S. goods, maintaining current rates until November.
