The Latest
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The North Face shoes recalled due to fall risk
More than 15,000 customers that bought the brand’s Shellista V Mid Waterproof boots are eligible for a refund.
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Reju partners with textile collection firm Rematrix
The deal is designed to ensure a steady supply of post-consumer waste material and to help fashion companies better navigate extended producer responsibility regulations.
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Fashion Revolution calls for local activism to promote change
The nonprofit group is encouraging participation in its annual April advocacy week, which is set to include more than 2,000 events worldwide.
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Calvin Klein owner plans warehouse utilization boost
PVH Corp. currently uses about half of its U.S. facilities' capacity, but it aims to change that with consolidation and insourcing.
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Coach lands partnership with WNBA
Under the deal, the Tapestry-owned brand becomes the official handbag partner of the league.
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Saks Global to close fulfillment center, cut 450 jobs
The luxury department store joins Kohl’s in being particularly vulnerable to tariffs’ impact on consumer spending, according to Moody’s Ratings analysts.
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Capezio sold after more than a century of family ownership
Argand Partners said it plans to “modernize” the dancewear brand through licensing agreements and product innovation.
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Nearly a quarter of denim finishing contains hazardous chemicals: report
New data from Jeanologia suggests finding sustainable alternatives to harmful processing elements and reducing water usage.
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Lovesac taps Crocs veteran as first chief brand and marketing officer
As chief marketing officer at the footwear brand, Heidi Cooley had a digital and social-first approach to driving growth.
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A dozen creative director changes in the first quarter of 2025
As the fashion industry faces tariff pressures and a consumer spending pullback, designer shifts could offer new visions but risk alienating loyal customers.
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Hermès preps to raise US prices in response to tariffs
The France-based luxury house previously said it expects American customers to remain loyal despite cost increases.
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How retailers are connecting with younger shoppers
From Sephora embracing its status as a Gen Alpha “playground” to Coach’s Gen Z-focused store concept, retailers are leaning in.
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Jonathan Anderson is the next artistic director of Dior Men
The designer fills the role at the LVMH-owned house after an 11-year tenure at Loewe.
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Brunello Cucinelli continues to expect double-digit growth despite tough economy
The Italy-based luxury house saw its first quarter revenue grow 10.5%, with growth across all regions.
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Forever 21 creditors probe IP sale to Authentic Brands Group
The brand management firm quietly took full ownership of the retailer's trademarks and intellectual property licenses some time in the last five years.
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Vestiaire launches value-oriented resale buying guide
The company cited increased luxury prices and dominance of fast fashion as the impetus for the report, which identified top performing brands and trends.
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Rent the Runway rethinks customer service approach
Shifting to more proactive service, the team now spends 14% of its time calling customers to build loyalty, according to CEO Jennifer Hyman.
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Jean Paul Gaultier names new creative director
Duran Lantink will be the first person to hold the position since the brand's namesake retired in 2020.
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Deep Dive
The complicated calculation of ending de minimis
While closing the duty loophole for low-value goods from China and Hong Kong may offer some benefits, the U.S. fashion industry could face challenges.
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LVMH could consider price hikes in wake of tariffs
The Louis Vuitton holding company saw revenue for its fashion and leather goods division fall 4% but cautioned its beauty and spirits division may be more vulnerable to tariffs.
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Urban Outfitters launches 4 collaborations
The collections feature vintage-inspired items and upcycled pieces made from the brand’s past inventory.
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Nike is still winning the teen market
The athletics brand ranked top for apparel and footwear, while beauty spending reached its highest ever, according to Piper Sandler's latest report.
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Mytheresa, Richemont deal for YNAP gets regulatory approval
Once the transaction is closed, Mytheresa will operate under a new name.
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J.C. Penney operator axes 9% of corporate roles
The downsizing at Catalyst Brands comes less than two months after 250 corporate employees, or 5% of that workforce, were laid off.
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30% of consumers to stop buying from Shein and Temu if prices rise: report
A survey from Omnisend shows that customers were cutting back their shopping on the platforms even before Trump’s China tariff threats.