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Calvin Klein’s Jeremy Allen White ads turned heads, but the biggest impact may be to the brand’s image
“The Bear” star’s images generated $74 million in media impact value amid a years-long effort by holding company PVH to make the line more desirable.
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Worldly expands C-suite with 2 new hires
Kevin Vranes and Jay Gaines were brought in to work on product innovation and marketing as the sustainability data platform looks to expand its reach.
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Nike expects more revenue declines ahead after ‘sluggish’ Q4
CEO John Donahoe said the company is “embracing a more balanced approach” to DTC and wholesale after a rough set of numbers.
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TrusTrace upgrades forced labor screening
The platform’s supply chain tool uses AI to reduce “the likelihood of human error” and help fashion brands with regulatory compliance.
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Fashion Workers Act passes New York state assembly in bid to correct ‘gross power imbalance’
The bill, which is headed to the governor for signature, aims to protect models from exploitation.
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Skechers supplier accused of using forced labor
The shoe material maker and two other vendors joined the Department of Homeland Security’s list of companies banned from importing goods into the U.S.
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Lanvin names Peter Copping artistic director
The former head of Balenciaga couture will be the first creative lead at the luxury house since the April 2023 departure of Bruno Sialelli.
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Elton John, eBay partner to raise money for AIDS charity
Rocket Man Resale’s 10-day auction will include fashion from the musician and his friends such as Donatella Versace, Brandi Carlile and Betsey Johnson.
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Persil plans 24-hour ‘Wardrobe Refresh Hotline’ on TikTok Live
The laundry detergent brand teamed with fashion designer Christian Siriano for the event to offer advice on washing techniques, fabric care and styling.
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Temu is a ‘data-theft business,’ Arkansas attorney general says in lawsuit
The complaint alleges the fast fashion company collects users’ personal information without permission.
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Consumers want ethical sourcing, labeling on manmade fibers: report
Nearly three quarters of survey respondents think materials such as viscose and lyocell should come from sustainable forests.
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Lawsuit claims Nike CEO John Donahoe misled investors about the success of its DTC strategy
The lawsuit alleges that Donahoe and Chief Financial Officer Matt Friend continually touted the strength of its strategy when in fact it was “unable to generate sustainable revenue growth.”
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Zara owner pledges to stop using endangered and ancient forests in paper packaging
The initiative builds on Inditex’s previous commitment to remove those materials from textiles.
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H&M collaborates with designers on Basquiat collection
A 30-piece line, created with 2024 LVMH Prize semi-finalists Ev Bravado and Téla D'Amore, will hit stores in July.
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Under Armour to pay $434M to settle lawsuit that claimed Kevin Plank misled investors
If approved, the agreement requires the retailer to keep its CEO and chair roles separate for three years and instill a performance-based condition for some executive stock benefits.
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Diesel, EssilorLuxottica sign licensing agreement for luxury eyewear
The first collection under the exclusive deal will be released in 2025, with the denim brand looking to target Gen Z.
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G-Star and Walter Van Beirendonck announce collaboration
The upcoming collection will blend raw denim with the avant garde designer’s signature style.
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Eastern Mountain Sports, Bob’s Stores file for bankruptcy
The chains, in a “liquidity crisis” since their bank found them to be in default, require emergency funding to make payroll Friday.
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Wolverine World Wide’s Saucony brand names global chief marketing officer
Joy Allen-Altimare is tasked with managing the line’s advertising strategies and growth.
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Nike, Converse sue 52 ‘counterfeiting networks’
The businesses named in the lawsuit collectively operate 98 websites and 267 social media handles, and allegedly sell “thousands” of fakes.
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Paul Smith announces upcoming Lee collaboration
The indie British designer brand hinted about a spring-summer 2025 launch on its e-commerce site and via social media.
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Ikea launches textile collection for home and fashion
The line of pre-cut fabric was created to encourage “countless opportunities for design.” It will be available starting in July.
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Gap Inc. names new CTO
Like CEO Richard Dickson, Sven Gerjets joins the apparel company from Mattel where he served as its chief technology officer.
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Authentic appoints former Adidas exec to role in Africa
As the first general manager for the region, Warren Bowers will be tasked with expanding partnerships and spearheading strategy.
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Gap, H&M, others join initiative to decarbonize fashion supply chain
The Future Supply Initiative will provide brands with financing models and technical support to help their suppliers transition to low carbon technologies and solutions.