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    Nike’s counterfeit legal dispute with StockX heats up

    The athleticwear giant is asking for a partial summary judgment in its yearslong lawsuit against the resale marketplace.

    By • Nov. 20, 2024
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    Tapestry and Capri terminate merger agreement

    After losing a lawsuit against the FTC, both companies agreed to cancel the deal, calling the legal process “uncertain and unlikely to be resolved.”

    By • Nov. 14, 2024
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    Top 5 stories from Fashion Dive

    Fashion faced its share of shakeups in the first half of 2024, but few industries are more adept at reinvention or more suited to change.

    By Fashion Dive staff
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    Temu business practices infringe on EU consumer laws, according to a new probe

    The fast fashion company was accused of pressure selling, offering fake discounts and forcing shoppers to interact with gamified tactics.

    By • Nov. 12, 2024
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    5 ways the election will impact fashion

    Once a new administration is in place, policy shifts and legislative changes may have wide-ranging impacts on the industry, both at home and abroad.

    By , • Nov. 6, 2024
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    De minimis overhaul will start before next president: former Biden official

    A rulemaking proposal being issued by early December is very likely, according to former White House COVID-19 supply coordinator Tim Manning.

    By Max Garland • Nov. 5, 2024
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    Election 2024: Harris, Trump present ‘diametrically opposed’ impacts on ESG

    Morningstar Indexes' head of strategy said the election could have differing impacts on issues advocated by ESG investors, depending on which candidate is elected.

    By Lamar Johnson , Zoya Mirza • Nov. 4, 2024
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    Temu under EU Commission probe

    The Commission opened formal proceedings to determine if the fast fashion giant violated the Digital Services Act.

    By • Nov. 4, 2024
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    Adidas reaches settlement with Ye as Yeezy inventory dwindles

    The brand says it has momentum, though some analysts wonder what will follow the current hype around its legacy Terrace styles.

    By Daphne Howland • Nov. 1, 2024
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    Denim meets decarbonization: Levi’s unveils first climate transition plan

    The denim manufacturer has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and reducing scope 3 emissions 42% by 2030.

    By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 30, 2024
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    Tapestry and Capri merger blocked in win for FTC

    The owners of Coach and Michael Kors plan to appeal the decision, but experts say it’s unlikely the deal will go through.

    By • Updated Oct. 25, 2024
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    Ex-Abercrombie CEO Mike Jeffries arrested on sex trafficking, prostitution charges

    Federal prosecutors say Jeffries leveraged his position at the apparel retailer, including promising men modeling jobs, to further the alleged crimes.

    By Daphne Howland • Oct. 24, 2024
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    Why apparel companies embrace supplier scorecards

    The tool can help build more transparent sourcing relationships and better measure supply chain metrics.

    By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 18, 2024
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    The ILA strike is over. What should shippers prioritize now?

    While the strike was short-lived, it could take weeks to clear cargo backlogs and bring ports back to normal operations.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 15, 2024
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    Temu faces another class action lawsuit over text message marketing

    This is the second recent case claiming the fast fashion giant sent advertisements to people on the National Do Not Call Registry.

    By • Oct. 8, 2024
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    ILA port strike ends through tentative deal

    The agreement, which extends the parties’ master agreement, comes three days after a strike commenced at East and Gulf Coast ports.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Updated Oct. 3, 2024
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    California passes Responsible Textile Recovery Act

    SB 707, which makes apparel producers responsible for the recycle, reuse and collection of their products, marks the nation’s first extended producer responsibility program for textiles.

    By • Oct. 3, 2024
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    Shein faces greenwashing investigation in Italy

    The Italian Competition Authority is accusing the fast fashion giant of posting misleading sustainability claims on its website.

    By • Oct. 2, 2024
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    Nonprofit announces program to help fashion brands navigate EU legislation

    Fair Wear will launch the HRDD Academy for global garment and footwear brands of all sizes.

    By • Sept. 30, 2024
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    PVH faces China investigation for alleged Xinjiang cotton boycott

    The country is accusing the Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger parent company of violating normal market trading practices.

    By • Sept. 26, 2024
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    US lawmakers propose bill to further limit products made with forced labor

    The No Funds for Forced Labor Act would require the Secretary of Treasury to instruct international financial institutions to oppose projects with a high risk of forced labor.

    By • Sept. 24, 2024
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    Levi’s sues Japan-based denim maker for trademark infringement

    The complaint marks the third time the heritage brand has gone to court against FullCount Co.

    By • Sept. 23, 2024
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    Kangaroo leather ban introduced in US Senate

    The material is especially popular in high-end soccer cleats from brands such as Adidas.

    By • Sept. 20, 2024
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    Temu and Shein can weather de minimis changes. Others may struggle.

    The e-commerce giants are already diversifying their supply chains in the wake of the White House’s proposal to limit the exemption, but smaller businesses may have a tough time doing the same.

    By Max Garland • Sept. 19, 2024
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    Major fashion brands still rely on synthetic fibers: report

    Many companies are increasing their use of polyester despite new regulations pushing for more sustainability in fashion, according to nonprofit Changing Markets Foundation.

    By • Sept. 17, 2024
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    De minimis: Helping or hurting U.S. manufacturers?

    While groups like the National Association of Manufacturers claim the exemption benefits domestic production, others say it erodes the U.S. industry’s competitive edge and forces factory closures.

    By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 16, 2024