Coach owner sues Shein over alleged sale of dupes

Tapestry says the fast fashion giant’s claims that products were “100% authentic” created the false impression of an affiliation with the handbag brand.

Updated March 20, 2025

Guess receives offer to go private

The offer to buy the company’s outstanding shares came from an affiliate of WHP Global, which last year partnered with the denim brand to buy Rag & Bone.

Forever 21 blames latest bankruptcy on competition from Temu, Shein

The fast-fashion retailer made it through the pandemic but struggled against cheap duty-free goods from China, as inflation strained consumers.

How fashion leaders are thinking about tariffs, consumer changes and tackling waste

The American Apparel and Footwear Association’s annual executive summit focused on staying agile amid constant change.

Jonathan Anderson exits Loewe

The creative director leaves his position at the LVMH-owned house after 11 years, marking yet another upheaval in luxury fashion’s designer landscape.

Estée Lauder continues generative AI push with Adobe integration

The marketer will bring Adobe Firefly Services into its existing Adobe Creative Cloud workflows to increase efficiency and accelerate campaign execution.

Hanes steps into athleisure category

The company said the line represents a “new era” of its basics business.

Gucci names new artistic director

Demna, who has been artistic director of Balenciaga since 2015, succeeds Sabato de Sarno, who left the brand last month.

Hugo Boss warns of flat growth ahead

The company attributed sluggish 2024 sales to global challenges, but an analyst said its shifting brand philosophy “left it in a no-man’s land.”

Donatella Versace stepping down as chief creative officer of Versace

Dario Vitale will take over the role as part of a succession plan, according to brand owner Capri Holdings.

Fashion industry ‘nervous’ over potential Vietnam tariffs

Though the region isn’t as large of a sourcing hub as China, experts say duties on Vietnam would create headwinds for footwear and apparel companies.

Reebok reenters golf with footwear, apparel offering

The move is part of a broader strategy to rebuild its image as a team sports company, an identity that was lost under Adidas’ ownership.

Rowing Blazers founder steps down

Jack Carlson is leaving the preppy streetwear brand one year after selling it to Burch Creative Capital.

ASOS launches women’s subbrand Arrange

The line is being positioned as a premium brand focused on dresses and essentials.

Retailers to continue frontloading amid tariff tumult: forecast

A sustained cargo surge at U.S. ports will continue as Trump administration policy uncertainty continues, per the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates' Global Port Tracker.

Nike, StockX counterfeit lawsuit will head to trial

 A federal judge granted the athleticwear giant a partial summary judgment in the years-long dispute.

GapStudio offers version of Timothée Chalamet suit

The limited-edition black satin jacket and pants are similar to what the actor wore at a recent event and are available for pre-order as gender neutral separates.

On plots first co-created footwear, apparel collection with Zendaya

Deeper relationships with celebrity ambassadors and wholesale partners are in focus as the activewear brand grows sales by double digits.

Simone Bellotti named creative director at Jil Sander

The former design director of Bally replaces husband-and-wife team Lucie and Luke Meier, who announced their departure from the brand last month.

The White Lotus and escapism’s enduring allure

The excesses of resort living are on trend, at least according to the fashion world’s new favorite television series.

Anthropologie and Universal Standard launch size-inclusive collab

The collection offers shirts, jeans and dresses and is part of a push by both companies to extend their reach.

Carven names Mark Thomas as director of design

He replaces Louise Trotter, who became creative director of Bottega Veneta.

Adidas: There is ‘not one Yeezy shoe left in our inventory’

CEO Bjørn Gulden also confirmed 500 jobs at its headquarters are now “obsolete” as it looks to localize operations.

Trump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods

Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.

Luxury consumers are increasingly anxious about the economy: report

A new survey from Saks Global Luxury Pulse reports global conflicts and instability have led to decreased confidence.