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Brandy Melville sues Shein for copyright infringement, unfair competition
Shein is accused of selling an item based on a Brandy Melville photo and sending a dupe instead, a lawsuit says.
By Laurel Deppen • July 2, 2025 -
As revenue falls 10%, Nike preps for $1B tariff hit
At the same time, the brand is restructuring teams around key sports and touted “significant progress” on rightsizing its classic footwear franchises.
By Cara Salpini • July 2, 2025 -
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Fashion faced its share of shakeups in the first half of 2025, but few industries are more adept at reinvention or more suited to change.
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Victoria Beckham inks eyewear deal with Safilo
The 10-year global agreement includes both optical and sun lines and is set to debut in January 2026.
By Lara Ewen • July 2, 2025 -
StockX names sneaker veteran as senior director of community, engagement
Brendan Dunne will also become a brand ambassador for the resale platform.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated July 1, 2025 -
Saks Global $600M deal with bondholders includes $200M in new financing
As the holidays loom and past vendor payments come due, the package replaces a previous proposal for $350 million in new financing.
By Daphne Howland • July 1, 2025 -
Vera Wang to launch ready-to-wear in Europe through new licensing agreement
Following the acquisition by WHP Global earlier this year, the brand will create womenswear and menswear lines to be distributed across the continent.
By Laurel Deppen • June 30, 2025 -
Consumers care about climate change and expect businesses to act, new report finds
A study from Getty Images found that the vast majority of consumers believe businesses should use their resources to improve society and the environment.
By Lauren Schenkman • June 30, 2025 -
K-leather ban reintroduced in US Senate
The Kangaroo Protection Act prohibits the sale and manufacturing of products made from kangaroo skin and carries fines of up to $10,000.
By Lara Ewen • June 27, 2025 -
Customers are ditching Shein and Temu. Can Amazon win them over?
Third-party sellers that fulfill orders through the e-commerce giant’s network may stand to gain as the fast fashion giants face heightened tariffs.
By Laurel Deppen • June 27, 2025 -
Skechers go-private deal granted antitrust clearance, but faces another hurdle
A shareholder group filed a motion asking the footwear company to refrain from closing the deal.
By Laurel Deppen • June 26, 2025 -
How ditching Pride now could hurt brands later
Some retailers that once wholeheartedly celebrated and supported the LGBTQ+ community have pulled away. What if they want to rejoin the party?
By Daphne Howland • June 26, 2025 -
‘False solutions’ undermine climate goals at Shein, Lululemon
Five fashion companies strengthened their emission reduction targets but lacked a convincing plan for achieving them, according to NewClimate Institute.
By Lauren Schenkman • June 26, 2025 -
Mango partners with Circulose for recycled fiber
The deal will help the fast fashion retailer expand its use of lower impact fibers and build on its sustainability efforts.
By Laurel Deppen • June 25, 2025 -
Fabletics names Vans vet chief marketing officer
Carly Gomez has been promoted to the position, while COO Meera Bhatia will now also serve as president.
By Howard Ruben • June 25, 2025 -
3 questions for Prada’s next CEO
After the exit of Gianfranco D’Attis, Prada Group CEO Andrea Guerra will serve in an interim capacity as the company prepares to close on its acquisition of Versace.
By Lara Ewen • June 24, 2025 -
NikeSkims launch pushed back due to production delays
The first collection was set to debut this spring, but the two teams are working to ensure they drop the right product at the right time, a spokesperson said.
By Cara Salpini • June 24, 2025 -
GapStudio releases summer collection
The Zac Posen-designed line is part of Gap Inc.’s broader strategy of driving cultural relevance.
By Laurel Deppen • June 23, 2025 -
Lululemon to lay off 150 corporate staff amid struggles in North America
Inventory at the athleisure giant is piling up as newer entrants in the space take share and as sales in its largest market are slowing.
By Daphne Howland • June 23, 2025 -
Authentic brings Sperry back to UK and Ireland
The deal with Gardiner Bros is part of an expanded global distribution strategy that includes the hire of a former Amazon executive to lead marketplaces.
By Lara Ewen • June 20, 2025 -
Investor slams Victoria’s Secret ‘super squad’ leadership as inexperienced, ineffectual
Barington Capital wants the Angels back and says CEO Hillary Super lacks focus. The retailer says it’s confident in its “new and experienced leadership.”
By Daphne Howland • June 20, 2025 -
Dôen eyes expansion with new funding round
The investment from Silas Capital is set to support expansion at the womenswear label as its global customer base grows.
By Laurel Deppen • June 20, 2025 -
Marni creative director exits
During Francesco Risso’s time at the OTB-owned brand, he helped to expand its menswear line and refresh its womenswear division.
By Lara Ewen • June 18, 2025 -
Pendleton names next CEO
Jennifer Ingraffea, formerly of Nike and The North Face, will be the company’s first woman in the top executive role, and succeeds John Bishop, who will remain on the company’s board.
By Lara Ewen • June 18, 2025 -
6 luxury firms in need of a turnaround
Some fashion companies have been especially hard hit by macroeconomic headwinds, looming tariff threats and a pullback in consumer spending.
By Lara Ewen • June 17, 2025 -
Dr. Martens to release MadeMe collab
The limited edition shoe is designed to reflect the club and skate culture of the 1990s.
By Laurel Deppen • June 16, 2025