Retail

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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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    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
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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
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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
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    "Exterior view of historic Neiman Marcus flagship store in Dallas, Texas as seen from Commerce Street." by Dfwcre8tive is licensed under CC BY 3.0
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    Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas to stay open through the holidays

    Parent company Saks Global, in concert with the city, is evaluating alternate plans for the location as a potential art, fashion or entertainment destination.

    By Kaarin Moore • April 2, 2025
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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    Apparel, luxury spending fell in the beginning of 2025: report

    Consumers shelled out more on fast fashion and thrift in January and February.

    By • March 25, 2025
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    Universal Standard lands in Nordstrom

    After launching on the department store’s website earlier in the year, the women’s apparel brand entered 20 Nordstrom stores over the weekend.

    By Howard Ruben • March 25, 2025
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    Opinion

    The resale revolution

    Brands can reclaim the secondhand market by their own initiatives with rewards programs, writes Charlie Casey, CEO and co-founder of LoyaltyLion.

    By Charlie Casey • March 24, 2025
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    Resale’s popularity in the US could offer hedge against tariffs

    Following the release of ThredUp’s latest annual report, the company’s chief strategy officer says preowned clothing sales are “effectively domesticating the supply chain.”

    By • March 20, 2025
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    Old Navy quietly debuts occasionwear

    Prices start at about $25, answering demand for affordable dresses for weddings, parties and proms.

    By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2025
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    Saks & Co. no-hire agreements with luxury brands could be legal

    The retailer’s deals with Loro Piana and affiliates of Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada and Brunello Cucinelli do not violate federal antitrust laws, says court.

    By Laurel Kalser • March 19, 2025
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    Forever 21 blames latest bankruptcy on competition from Temu, Shein

    The fast-fashion retailer made it through the pandemic but struggled against cheap duty-free goods from China, as inflation strained consumers.

    By Daphne Howland • March 18, 2025
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    Hanes steps into athleisure category

    The company said the line represents a “new era” of its basics business.

    By • March 14, 2025
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    Reebok reenters golf with footwear, apparel offering

    The move is part of a broader strategy to rebuild its image as a team sports company, an identity that was lost under Adidas’ ownership.

    By Howard Ruben • March 13, 2025
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    ASOS launches women’s subbrand Arrange

    The line is being positioned as a premium brand focused on dresses and essentials.

    By Howard Ruben • March 12, 2025
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    GapStudio offers version of Timothée Chalamet suit

    The limited-edition black satin jacket and pants are similar to what the actor wore at a recent event and are available for pre-order as gender neutral separates.

    By • March 11, 2025
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    Anthropologie and Universal Standard launch size-inclusive collab

    The collection offers shirts, jeans and dresses and is part of a push by both companies to extend their reach.

    By • March 10, 2025
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    Adidas: There is ‘not one Yeezy shoe left in our inventory’

    CEO Bjørn Gulden also confirmed 500 jobs at its headquarters are now “obsolete” as it looks to localize operations.

    By Cara Salpini • March 10, 2025
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    Luxury consumers are increasingly anxious about the economy: report

    A new survey from Saks Global Luxury Pulse reports global conflicts and instability have led to decreased confidence.

    By • March 6, 2025