Brands

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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.

    By • April 11, 2025
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    G-III signs license agreement for G.H. Bass

    The seven-year exclusive agreement with Aldo Product Services will include footwear, bags and small leather goods, as well as retail services in North America.

    By • April 11, 2025
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    Prada to buy Versace for $1.4B

    The deal frees up owner Capri Holdings to rebuild its Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo brands following a failed merger with Tapestry.

    By • April 10, 2025
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    "Under Armour at MixC Zhengzhou" by Windmemories is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
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    Under Armour, Unless partner on plant-based sportswear collection

    The regenerative sportswear collection is “designed to decompose rather than pollute,” according to Under Armour Brand President Eric Liedtke.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 9, 2025
  • A close-up view of a white sneaker with the word "Puma" written on it.
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    Puma names new North America president

    Tara McRae, formerly the company’s senior vice president of brand and strategy, will succeed Bob Philion, effective immediately.

    By • April 9, 2025
  • A Timberland storefront in an outlet mall.
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    The image by Harrison Keely is licensed under CC BY 4.0
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    VF names chief operating officer as transformation plan continues

    Abhishek Dalmia’s promotion is one of several executive changes at the Vans and Timberland owner since CEO Bracken Darrell took over in 2023.

    By • April 8, 2025
  • Three pairs of legs, as seen of the knees down. The people in the photo are wear Dr. Martens Oxford shoes. A dog lies down in the background.
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    Palace collabs with Dr. Martens

    The collection features three versions of the 1461 Oxford shoe styled with a bottle cap lace charm and special-edition heel loop.

    By • April 8, 2025
  • A person walks past a store with a Fendi sign. The interior of the store is brightly lit and the exterior is dark and it appears to be nighttime.
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    LVMH names 3 new CEOs

    The luxury firm shuffled its leadership team, appointing top executives at Fendi, Kenzo and Louis Vuitton.

    By • April 7, 2025
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    Guess to close underperforming stores in North America

    The company’s Rag & Bone acquisition is driving revenue increases, but profits plunged in the holiday quarter.

    By Daphne Howland • April 7, 2025
  • Three women wear Kate Spade for Target clothes as they smile around a table featuring Kate Spade for Target housewares and a cake.
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    Kate Spade releases Target collaboration

    The extensive collection from the Tapestry-owned brand drops in April and features more than 300 fashion and lifestyle products.

    By • April 4, 2025
  • Two models stand close together wearing looks from the latest collection from GapStudio and facing the camera.
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    Gap launches GapStudio collection

    The line debuts with a 51-piece womenswear capsule designed by creative director Zac Posen, and includes two new colors of a poplin shirtdress that sold out last year.

    By • April 3, 2025
  • A lone model stands on a darkened runway under a single spotlight.
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    Capri CFO exits

    Thomas Edwards, who heads to Macy’s, leaves at a financially challenging time for the Michael Kors, Versace and Jimmy Choo parent company.

    By • April 2, 2025
  • Four people pose on a flat gray backdrop wearing denim, black and striped clothes from GU.
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    GU and Rokh to release second collaboration

    The Uniqlo sister brand’s newest collection with the London-based label will introduce menswear to the line, which drops on April 4.

    By • April 2, 2025
  • A model in a knit beanie hat leads a line of other models down a runway.
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    PVH beats guidance but continues to struggle

    Fourth quarter revenue was down at both Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, and the company projected a potential for further declines in the first quarter of 2025.

    By • April 1, 2025
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    Courtesy of Dr. Martens
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    Dr. Martens releases limited-edition 1460 boot

    The style is a commemoration of the brand’s 65th anniversary, which comes as the company navigates executive shifts and weak earnings.

    By • April 1, 2025
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    FTC considers petition for digital labels on apparel

    The American Apparel and Footwear Association is petitioning for online garment care instructions, with the support of brands including Ralph Lauren and Patagonia.

    By • Updated March 31, 2025
  • Two men in matching pastel argyle sweater vests and jeans walk down a fashion runway arm-in-arm.
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    Staff International sues Dsquared2 over contract dissolution

    The OTB-owned manufacturing company filed a lawsuit to prevent the fashion label from prematurely terminating a ready-to-wear licensing agreement.

    By • March 31, 2025
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    Lululemon leans on newness to lure reluctant US customers

    This year the brand plans to expand its footprint by opening stores and enlarging existing locations, and will add new markets abroad.

    By Daphne Howland • March 31, 2025
  • Beyoncé stands next to stacked clothing dryers and wears a cowboy hat for a Levi's campaign
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    Levi’s CEO: ‘If the wallet’s tighter, then we have to work harder’

    Pickier shoppers just means higher execution is needed from the denim brand, Michelle Gass said. But a little help from Beyoncé never hurts.

    By Cara Salpini • March 28, 2025
  • The Temu website is displayed alongside the official logo on screens.
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    Temu accused of acting in bad faith in addressing customer complaints

    A class action lawsuit alleges the fast fashion company is scheming to prevent customers from filing claims.

    By • March 28, 2025
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    Shoptalk Luxe announces advisory board, event sponsors

    The luxury trade show is bringing in executives and brands throughout the sector ahead of its debut next year in the United Arab Emirates.

    By • March 28, 2025
  • A closeup of a model's legs, wearing Sneex shoes and wide legged jeans.
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    Spanx founder’s ‘Sneex’ trademark request denied

    Sara Blakely’s footwear company has to prove trademarking the term isn’t “merely descriptive.”

    By • March 27, 2025
  • Actress Parker Posey for Gap's spring 2025 campaign.
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    Gap Inc. CEO: ‘If you’re relevant enough it eventually drives revenue’

    One of the most-watched turnarounds in retail started with a long look back at its past, Richard Dickson said at Shoptalk Spring.

    By Cara Salpini • March 27, 2025
  • A laboratory in which a person in gloves and a lab coat is seen examining liquid in test tubes.
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    Lululemon partners with sustainable materials firm to expand bio-based nylon

    The deal with ZymoChem is meant to scale production and commercialize its technology.

    By • Updated March 26, 2025
  • H&M and Charli XCX takeover Times Square
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    Inside H&M’s digital relaunch and approach to multichannel experiences

    Head of Digital Jenn Volk explains how the retailer reimagined digital to increase brand storytelling around moments like its Charli XCX collaboration.

    By Chris Kelly • March 26, 2025