Brands: Page 19

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    Shinola, Filson parent appoints CEO, CMO

    Steve Katzman will oversee operations at both fashion brands in the top spot at Bedrock, while Kevin Wertz, formerly of SmileDirectClub, takes the lead marketing role. 

    By • June 4, 2024
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    VF names global brand president of North Face

    Caroline Brown, former CEO of Donna Karan International, is taking on the role after a few months on the apparel conglomerate’s board of directors.

    By • June 4, 2024
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    Gap Inc. turns a corner as all brands notch gains in Q1

    Under CEO Richard Dickson, who arrived last August, the apparel retailer is working to improve operational efficiencies as well as brand storytelling.

    By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    Adaptive fashion’s inclusivity problem

    Brands are trying to meet the needs of disabled consumers, but critics say the industry can do better.

    By Lauren Schenkman • June 3, 2024
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    Former Lululemon exec to lead Vans

    The hire is part of holding company VF Corp.’s transformation plan for the struggling brand.

    By • May 31, 2024
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    PVH names Veronica Leoni creative director of Calvin Klein Collection

    The line, which was put on hiatus five years ago, will debut in fall 2025 with men’s and women’s apparel, underwear and accessories.

    By • May 31, 2024
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    Capri revenue drops more than 8% in the fourth quarter

    Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors all posted declines for the period, while the company’s proposed merger with Tapestry faces FTC pushback.

    By • May 30, 2024
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    Abercrombie & Fitch Co. sets a record with billion-dollar Q1

    The retailer is considering more brand extensions as one way to maintain its momentum.

    By Daphne Howland • May 30, 2024
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    Birkenstock logs record Q2 revenue increase of 22%

    In its second earnings report since becoming a publicly traded company, the Germany-based footwear giant raised its outlook after gains in the quarter.

    By • May 30, 2024
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    Gap’s Zac Posen shirtdress sells out

    A version of the custom design, first seen on actor Anne Hathaway, was gone in fewer than six hours following an online pre-sale event.

    By • May 29, 2024
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    Mytheresa and Vestiaire Collective expand partnership

    The luxury digital platform will allow all customers in Europe and the U.S. to receive store credit when they sell their pre-worn designer goods.

    By • May 29, 2024
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    Vuori opens first store in China

    The store marks the athleisure brand’s 67th location as it works toward a goal of opening 100 stores by 2026.

    By Howard Ruben • May 29, 2024
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    Guess names Andrew Rosen executive chair of Rag & Bone

    The appointment comes almost two months after Guess Inc. and WHP Global completed the acquisition of the New York-based brand.

    By • May 28, 2024
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    Lululemon restructures product, marketing teams as Chief Product Officer Sun Choe exits

    The roles of chief brand officer and global creative director will expand as Choe leaves for a new opportunity and won’t be replaced.

    By Cara Salpini • May 28, 2024
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    Cambodian garment workers demand severance pay from Adidas

    A union leader for the group traveled to Germany on behalf of 500 people who sewed for the company in 2020 and said they were tricked into resigning.

    By Lauren Schenkman • May 28, 2024
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    Shipping carrier diversification benefits Lulus in Q1

    The fashion brand has added more delivery providers in recent quarters to offset rising shipping costs.

    By Max Garland • May 24, 2024
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    VF names new CFO, still feels revenue slump as it considers selling assets

    Declining performance of the Vans brand continued to weigh on the apparel and footwear conglomerate’s Q4 earnings despite various transformation programs.

    By • May 23, 2024
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    Ralph Lauren revenue up slightly, CFO exits

    The company predicted upcoming profit declines and announced the departure of Jane Nielsen after eight years.

    By • May 23, 2024
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    Following acquisition, Rowing Blazers names new CEO

    Laura Willensky comes with experience from J. Crew, Victoria’s Secret Beauty, Talbots, Janie & Jack, Madewell and Away.

    By Howard Ruben • May 23, 2024
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    The Vampire’s Wife shuts down

    Susie Cave, designer of the luxury dress label, posted an announcement on the brand’s e-commerce site saying it would cease operations immediately.

    By • May 22, 2024
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    Uniqlo and Anya Hindmarch face ‘googly eye’ trademark infringement lawsuit

    Googly Eye Cru, which sells apparel and accessories with a cartoon eyeball design, takes issue with last year’s collaboration between the designer and the Fast Retailing-owned brand.

    By • May 22, 2024
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    Mara Hoffman puts namesake brand on hold

    The 2023 CFDA Environmental Sustainability award-winner cited challenges with creating eco-friendly fashion.

    By • May 21, 2024
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    Figs will outfit hundreds of healthcare professionals at the Summer Olympics

    The scrubs brand formed a multiyear agreement with the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee and the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

    By Howard Ruben • May 21, 2024
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    Canada Goose yanks long-term targets, names creative director

    The brand has slowed its store expansion and paused its five-year plan to focus on “doing fewer things really, really well,” CEO Dani Reiss said Thursday.

    By Daphne Howland • May 20, 2024
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    Richemont names new CEO, posts record revenue

    Nicolas Bos moves into the role from Van Cleef & Arpels as the luxury house’s full year sales rise following a Q4 decline.

    By • Updated July 16, 2024