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Deep Dive5 fashion lawsuits and legal trends to watch in 2025
Though some high profile disputes were resolved last year, others are still pending with bigger implications for the industry at large.
By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 30, 2025 -
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Trump eyes 10% China tariff hike by Feb. 1
The president floated a similar timeline for 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 23, 2025 -
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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.
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Trump orders trade review ahead of potential tariffs
Federal agencies have until April 1 to give recommendations on trade pacts with Mexico, Canada and China.
By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 22, 2025 -
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China says PVH engaged in ‘improper’ behavior related to cotton sourcing
An ongoing investigation will determine if the Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger parent company should be added to China’s Unreliable Entity list.
By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 21, 2025 -
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Mexico restricts duty-free apparel imports
The rule change will significantly impact foreign fashion brands and 3PLs using Mexico for de minimis shipments to the U.S.
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Levi’s sues Philipp Plein for trademark infringement
The denim giant said the Switzerland-based luxury brand violated its tab trademark.
By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 2, 2025 -
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Shein joins Customs and Border Protection pilot program
The program aims to prevent illegal and hazardous products from entering the U.S.
By Laurel Deppen • Dec. 20, 2024 -
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SEC charges Express with failing to disclose $1M in perks to former CEO
The agency did not impose a penalty, though, in part because the apparel retailer self-reported.
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Shein, Temu suspended from selling in Vietnam
The fast fashion companies must register their businesses with the country’s e-commerce and digital economy agencies.
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Shein launches independent advisory boards for ESG, corporate responsibility issues
The groups will work with the fast fashion company’s leaders on how to reach the commitments it laid out in its EvoluSHEIN plan.
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FTC cracks down on 3 clothing companies for false ‘Made in USA’ claims
The Federal Trade Commission is refunding $140,000 to consumers after the New England-based companies lied about where they manufactured their products.
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L’Oréal Groupe spearheads supplier decarbonization fund
The Solstice program will help SMEs access funding to advance scope 3 commitments.
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Trump calls for 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico
The president-elect also called for additional 10% tariffs on imports from China as part of his day one White House plans.
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 27, 2024 -
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Thom Browne prevails in Adidas stripe legal dispute
A federal judge in the U.K. rejected the activewear giant’s claims and decided that the average consumer can tell the difference between the designs.
By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 26, 2024 -
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Shein facility receives certification for zero-waste, landfill management
The accreditation helps with the fast fashion company’s strategy to show it is implementing new recycling initiatives.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated Nov. 26, 2024 -
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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 Laurel Deppen • 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 Laurel Deppen • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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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 Laurel Deppen • 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 Laurel Deppen , Lara Ewen • 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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Deep DiveElection 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 Laurel Deppen • 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.
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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 Laurel Deppen • Updated Oct. 25, 2024
