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    Resale can help some brands lower their carbon footprint: report

    Luxury and outdoor brands are the most likely apparel categories to help reduce carbon emissions by implementing resale, according to the report.

    By • Sept. 26, 2023
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    Savage X Fenty debuts soccer-inspired collection

    The brand — which was founded by Rihanna — launched limited-edition League products including themed jerseys, joggers and more. 

    By Dani James • Sept. 25, 2023
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    Top 5 stories from Fashion Dive

    Fashion faced its share of shakeups in the first half of 2023, but few industries are more adept at reinvention or more suited to change.

    By Fashion Dive staff
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    Luxury brands in the US driven by retail expansion: report

    More than half of new luxury stores opened in New York and California, and close to 40% of new store leases for key brands nationwide were in high-end malls.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 25, 2023
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    Temu accused of failing to secure customer personal and financial data in class action lawsuit

    The legal complaint claims the fast fashion giant wiretapped its customers’ electronic communications through its website.

    By • Sept. 22, 2023
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    Willy Chavarria and Pacsun release tee and hoodie collab

    A portion of the proceeds from the 12-piece collection will go to support Fresno Barrios Unidos, a California-based youth nonprofit organization.

    By • Sept. 22, 2023
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    Adidas says its stance has not changed on Ye after CEO comments

    Bjørn Gulden said the situation was, “Very unfortunate because I don’t think he meant what he said, and I don’t think he’s a bad person, it just came across that way.”

    By Cara Salpini • Sept. 22, 2023
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    MycoWorks begins production of mushroom biofiber at new South Carolina facility

    The factory could produce millions of square feet of the firm’s leather alternative material each year.

    By • Sept. 21, 2023
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    Shein discloses UK revenue of $1.38B, boosting its market share in the region

    Industry analysts expect the fast fashion giant to rank in the top 10 of apparel retailers in the U.K. this year.

    By • Sept. 21, 2023
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    H&M will expand return fees for online orders

    The fast-fashion retailer has begun charging customers in the U.S., U.K. and most of Europe, unless they belong to its free loyalty program.

    By Daphne Howland • Sept. 20, 2023
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    Moncler, Pharrell Williams to release capsule collection

    The limited-edition line features convertible clothing, detachable logos and a duvet that functions as a cape.

    By • Sept. 20, 2023
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    Levi’s, Crocs release three-piece footwear collab

    The collection features denim, tie-dyed elements and limited edition Jibbitz charms.

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Hanes evaluating options for its Champion business

    After signing a recent license agreement with G-III, HanesBrands is now weighing additional strategies for the brand, including a potential sale.

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
  • Balmain creative director Olivier Rousteing stands in a black satin jacket and clasps his hands in front of his face in a gesture of gratitude.
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    Balmain creative director reports theft ahead of Paris Fashion Week

    According to Olivier Rousteing, a truck carrying more than 50 pieces of the new collection, set to show next week during Paris Fashion week, had been hijacked.

    By • Sept. 18, 2023
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    Shein adds $85M to its ESG initiatives

    The funding will be earmarked to help aspiring designers, women, young people and the underprivileged.

    By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 15, 2023
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    Heydude to pay $1.95M to settle FTC charges

    In addition to failing to cancel orders and provide refunds, the Federal Trade Commission said the brand suppressed negative product reviews.

    By Dani James • Sept. 14, 2023
  • A woman walks down a wide, quiet street in Copenhagen wearing a grey wool knit pullover, long beige cargo skirt, black Prada bag and Copenhagen Studios Waxed Nabuc Black leather boots.
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    Ebay introduces luxury consignment

    The online marketplace will initially limit the program to a select list of designer handbags and will partner with resale company Linda’s Stuff for the service.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Birkenstock files for IPO as it eyes global growth

    Private equity firm L Catterton will control a majority of voting power on outstanding shares.

    By Dani James • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    Style’s silver lining

    Fashion’s wealthiest generation is also its oldest, and as its ranks expand, there are opportunities and challenges for an industry that largely ignores them.

    By • Sept. 12, 2023
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    Sarah Burton to exit as creative director of Alexander McQueen

    The Kering-owned fashion brand said the spring-summer 2024 collection, to be shown during Paris Fashion Week in September, will be Burton’s last for the house.

    By • Sept. 11, 2023
  • A woman, Rihanna, sits on a giant stylized soccer ball sculpture wearing all oversized black training outfit and Puma soccer shoes
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    Fenty x Puma returns with multi-year partnership

    The on-again, off-again collaboration is back with Rihanna as creative director for a new shoe with multiple future launches expected.

    By • Updated Sept. 12, 2023
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    Fabletics, Khloé Kardashian collaborate on activewear

    The first of the two-part collection includes bras, leggings, onesies, jackets and hoodies, with available sizes ranging from XXS to 4X.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 11, 2023
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    Early back-to-school fashion purchases favored lower-priced brands and discounters

    Mid-tier and high-end department stores and apparel subscriptions saw double-digit spending drops, which may signal that consumers are feeling economic and inflationary pressures.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 8, 2023
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    Express CEO Tim Baxter resigns

    Stewart Glendinning, who comes to the retailer from Tyson Foods, has been appointed to the chief executive role. 

    By Kaarin Vembar • Sept. 8, 2023
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    Wrangler launches limited-edition line with Staud, teases future collaborations

    The capsule follows the recently-announced Sandro collaboration as Wrangler expands its fashion footprint.

    By • Sept. 7, 2023
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    G-III and Hanes strike licensing deal for Champion

    G-III announced the deal along with its second quarter earnings, which beat previous estimates.

    By • Sept. 7, 2023