Universal Standard’s CEO talks inclusivity, legacy and brand-building

As Polina Veksler expands her business, she also wants to push the fashion industry to be more size inclusive.

Uniqlo sister brand to open store, launch e-commerce in US

GU is opening its first flagship storefront in New York City.

Repreve launches filament yarn, insulation materials made from recycled polyester

The new products are part of holding company Unifi’s goal to recycle 1.5 billion T-shirts’ worth of textile waste by 2030.

Spanx founder launches shoe brand Sneex

Three years after selling a majority stake in her shapewear brand to Blackstone, Sara Blakely has set out to reimagine high heels.

Steve Madden sells Greats to Unified Commerce Group

The upscale sneaker label will join apparel brands Frank And Oak and Spiritual Gangster on the growing retail platform.

Guess CFO resigns after one year

The finance chief’s abrupt departure comes on the heels of the apparel manufacturer’s deal earlier this year to buy the trendy fashion brand Rag & Bone.

Wrangler launches Hot Wheels collaboration

The Kontoor-owned brand is positioning the capsule as “nostalgia-driven” following last year’s successful Barbie collection.

Fabrizio Freda prepares to step down as Estée Lauder CEO

Freda has been at the helm for 16 years and will exit in the midst of a turnaround that has entailed layoffs and other leadership change.

Hudson Jeans announces collab with model Brooks Nader

The 17-piece collection, which debuts in spring 2025, will include a new denim silhouette for the brand.

Goodwill launches secondhand textile traceability study

The new effort follows a two-year pilot program in which the nonprofit found that about 60% of the studied material was recyclable through existing tech.

Deckers sells Sanuk to apparel brand

The footwear brand will become part of Lolë Brands as the athleticwear company eyes portfolio expansion.

What would the demise of de minimis mean for supply chains?

E-commerce companies rely on the exemption to sell U.S. consumers low-cost goods. Experts say they need to be prepared for a change.

Tapestry sales fall amid decreasing revenue at Kate Spade, Stuart Weitzman

The Coach brand remained flat, while its owner still looks to close its acquisition of rival firm Capri by the end of the calendar year.  

Allbirds CMO on why brand building is key to company’s turnaround plan

CMO Kelly Olmstead discussed how the sneaker brand is investing more in awareness-driven channels to weather a challenging period for business.

Temu beats out Amazon for budget-conscious consumers: report

Survey data found that shoppers who purchased from both e-commerce giants think Temu is cheaper but Amazon is more convenient.

Trove acquires competing resale platform Recurate

The company will oversee 44 partner labels and control up to 80% of branded resale traffic as a result of the deal.

ThredUp to exit Europe

The secondhand apparel company is also exploring strategic alternatives for Remix. Meanwhile, it reported a drop of nearly 4% in revenue in Q2.

The Met launches bag collaboration with Sprayground

The collection of backpacks, handbags, totes and duffles features work inspired by the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, with embedded QR codes to encourage customers to learn more.

Shein launches 3 new collabs

The fast fashion giant is diversifying its approach to partnerships with a capsule focused on school supplies and another with a digital artist.

Shippers maintain diverse carrier mixes in 2024: project44

Retailers and direct-to-consumer companies aren't scaling back their options in a competitive delivery environment.

Pacsun and Reese Cooper partner on outerwear collection

RC Outdoor Supply features men’s and women’s outerwear and technical apparel, and is available through e-commerce and retail channels.

Perry Ellis inks licensing deal for home goods

The agreement with Pegasus Home Fashions will include bedding for Original Penguin, Laundry by Shelli Segal and Rafaella.

Capri revenue tumbles in Q1 amid softening luxury market

Losses accelerate as the Versace, Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo owner’s pending merger with Tapestry awaits regulatory approval.

Meet the manufacturers of Team USA’s Olympic ceremony apparel

Backed entirely by domestic supply chains, Ralph Lauren and at least six apparel manufacturers made everything from the wool to the belts worn by the athletes.

Back-to-school 2024: How brands can win younger consumers as uncertainty endures

The power of Gen Z and Gen Alpha to influence their parents to consider a brand could be the key to success amid another turbulent season.