Brands: Page 2
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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.
By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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.
By Lara Ewen • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • Aug. 20, 2024 -
Wrangler launches Hot Wheels collaboration
The Kontoor-owned brand is positioning the capsule as “nostalgia-driven” following last year’s successful Barbie collection.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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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.
By Lara Ewen • Aug. 16, 2024 -
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.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 15, 2024 -
Deckers sells Sanuk to apparel brand
The footwear brand will become part of Lolë Brands as the athleticwear company eyes portfolio expansion.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 15, 2024 -
Q&A
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.
By Peter Adams • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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.
By Lara Ewen • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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.
By Kaarin Vembar • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 14, 2024 -
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.
By Lara Ewen • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 13, 2024 -
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.
By Lara Ewen • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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.
By Joelle Anselmo • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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.
By Lara Ewen • Aug. 9, 2024 -
Willy Chavarria steps into footwear with new collab
The designer’s collaboration with the Allen Edmonds brand aims to create an “unformal” shoe.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated Aug. 14, 2024 -
Bloomingdale’s and Rebag collaborate on luxury resale
The department store’s e-commerce site offers a 2,500-piece collection of pre-owned handbags, watches and fine jewelry, and in-store sales will follow.
By Lara Ewen • Aug. 8, 2024 -
Adidas global operations exec Martin Shankland to step down
After a nearly 30-year career, Shankland’s responsibilities will be passed on to CFO Harm Ohlmeyer and Senior Vice President of Sourcing Hoa Ly.
By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 8, 2024 -
HanesBrands to become ‘simpler, more focused business’ following Champion sale
The innerwear company saw Q2 net sales decline 4% year over year.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 8, 2024 -
Wolverine revenue falls nearly 30%
Despite declines at three of its largest brands, the Merrell parent company’s CEO said the results were better than expected.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 8, 2024 -
VF revenue remains down despite ‘modest improvement’ at Vans
The struggling sneaker brand is showing signs of recovery in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, as its holding company works to boost its desirability.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 7, 2024 -
Ralph Lauren net income up 28%
The firm bucked larger luxury industry trends as global DTC sales increased, but North America revenue dropped amid wholesale declines.
By Lara Ewen • Aug. 7, 2024 -
Under Armour chief consumer officer exits as 26-year Adidas veteran joins the brand
Jim Dausch is leaving at the end of the month as Eric Liedtke, former brand president at Adidas, joins the company to lead brand strategy.
By Cara Salpini • Aug. 7, 2024