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  • Symbolic of Sino-American relations, the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the Republic of China fly together on flag poles next to each other on a sunny, windy day.
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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.

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    Skechers releases Q2 revenue results ahead of planned go-private deal

    A shareholder lawsuit filed to stop the $9.4 billion deal was withdrawn, paving the way for the merger to close this quarter.

  • Two people walk in front of a store with a fashion display in the windows.
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    Luxury fashion transforms amid economic headwinds, changing tastes

    Brands need to build deeper relationships with their wealthiest customers and offer products that reflect their identity, style and values, according to two reports by Boston Consulting Group.

  • A Saks store in Chicago.
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    Vendors say Saks Global not following through on overdue payments

    CEO Marc Metrick in February acknowledged a backlog and promised outstanding invoices would be addressed beginning in July.

  • A person with very long, straight hair stands at the end of an empty runway with clasped hands.
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    5 women creative directors making their mark on fashion

    While the industry has more than its fair share of men, only a handful of women have managed to nab the top spot at the industry’s biggest houses.

  • People walk in front of a Ralph Lauren storefront in the rain, carrying umbrellas.
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    Ralph Lauren net income surges 30%

    The company has largely bucked a luxury slowdown with growth across all regions.

  • Mountaineer Aron Ralston recreates his harrowing real-life experience trapped between a boulder in an ad for Columbia Sportswear.
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    Columbia slams ‘pristine’ outdoors marketing with new brand platform

    Looking to cut through category sameness, “Engineered for Whatever” leverages dark humor and grit to show how Columbia’s gear is tested.

  • People walk in front of a Brandy Melville store.
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    Brandy Melville sues Temu for trademark infringement, counterfeiting

    The lawsuit follows a similar one Brandy Melville filed against Temu’s fast fashion competitor Shein.

  • An aerial view of the HanesBrands headquarters building in North Carolina.
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    HanesBrands surpasses revenue expectations, raises outlook

    The company attributed the Q2 success to transformation initiatives it put in place after selling the Champion brand.

  • A white dress hangs on a hanger with a Shein logo.
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    Increased production, polyester use causing fashion industry’s emissions to rise: report

    The apparel sector’s greenhouse gas emissions increased to 944 million metric tons in 2023, up by 7.5% compared to 2022, according to the Apparel Impact Institute.

  • A Michael Kors storefront.
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    Capri expects to return to revenue growth in 2027

    The Michael Kors owner saw declines at each of its brands for Q1, but executives say it is making progress.

  • A selection of products is shown on a flat background, including several shoes, a necklace, athletic wear and a dress.
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    Miu Miu overtakes Loewe to become world’s top fashion brand

    Burberry reappeared in the top 20 rankings and The Row’s Dune sandal was the top product in the second quarter Lyst Index of 2025.

  • A person in a blue and white striped outfit stands next to a dog.
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    Anthropologie upgrades Maeve private label to stand-alone brand

    Maeve will have its own social channels and stores, with its first branded retail concept opening this fall.

  • Two people walk up steps to a Shein store.
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    Shein fined $1.16M for greenwashing, releases plan to lower supply chain emissions

    The fast fashion giant unveiled plans to reduce carbon emissions by replacing diesel trucks with electric vehicles in its China-based operations.

  • A Boss by Hugo Boss sign hangs above a store
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    Hugo Boss sales slip, with 14% decline at Hugo brand

    The Germany-based fashion house plans to strengthen its underperforming brands by streamlining product assortment.

  • U.S. President Donald Trump holding a signed executive order imposing tariffs
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    5 court cases that could derail Trump tariffs

    Several suits claim the president has overstepped his authority, with a critical proceeding for one case beginning last week in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

  • A closeup of the Stuart Weitzman name on a storefront.
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    Tapestry completes Stuart Weitzman sale to Caleres

    With the divestment of the footwear brand, the Coach parent company will focus on its core handbag business, which has proven to be a better fit for the company.

  • A model wears clothing from the Gap/Beis collection in front of luggage from the collection.
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    Gap launches apparel, luggage collaboration with Béis

    The 25-piece collection includes travel ready clothing as well as “denim-inspired” bags.

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    Adidas poised to grab market share this year as Nike falters

    Shein, Uniqlo, Skechers and New Balance are also projected to broaden their share of the apparel space, according to GlobalData analysis.

  • A Steve Madden boot on display at a store.
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    Steve Madden forecasts tough road ahead due to tariffs

    The recent acquisition of Kurt Geiger led to revenue growth in Q2, but the company still pulled its earnings guidance.

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    Jil Sander CEO exits

    Serge Brunschwig, who also served as group chief strategy officer at parent company OTB Group, is succeeded in both roles by OTB CEO Ubaldo Minelli.

  • President Donald Trump signs an executive order at the White House on July 31, 2025.
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    US to install country-specific tariffs Aug. 7

    President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday officially codifying rates for over 60 trading partners while pushing back implementation by seven days.

  • A sideview of a model in orange leather pants carrying an orange leather Hermès bag on a runway.
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    Hermès reports solid revenue gains as rival firms falter

    The company posted H1 increases in every region, although second quarter improvements were smaller than preceding periods.

  • A Columbia storefront in the mall.
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    A sportswear brand vs. an Ivy League school: Columbia sues Columbia

    Columbia Sportswear says the university violated a contract between the two regarding the use of the name Columbia on shirts, sweatshirts and hats.

  • A police officer walks near cocaine seized from a cargo ship at a Philadelphia port during a news conference at the U.S. Custom House on June 21, 2019 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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    De minimis exemption to end Aug. 29, White House says

    The trade tool’s end will subject low-cost imports to all applicable duties, although postal packages will be assessed fees in a different manner.