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    Levi Strauss to lay off hundreds with Kentucky distribution center closure

    The company is changing its distribution strategy from an owned model to a mix of owned and third-party operated centers.

    By Kaarin Moore • July 9, 2025
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    Brooks Brothers collabs with Prince on tennis capsule

    The co-branded collection features tops and track sets, and its July launch coincides with the Wimbledon Championships in England.

    By • July 9, 2025
  • A group of models wearing clothes by designer Willy Chavarria pose on steps, flanked by potted palm trees. Explore the Trendline➔
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    Top 5 stories from Fashion Dive

    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.

    By Fashion Dive staff
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    Coach’s leather could pose deforestation threat: report

    An investigation by environmental nonprofit Earthsight said the Tapestry-owned brand is at risk of sourcing leather linked to illegal cattle ranching in Brazil.

    By • July 8, 2025
  • A closeup of a Shein sign on a wall.
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    Shein fined $47M for misleading promotions in France

    An investigation by the country’s antitrust authority found that more than half of the fast fashion company’s promotions involved no real price reduction.

    By • July 7, 2025
  • In a mall, a person rides an escalator in front of a Steve madden store.
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    Steve Madden’s chief merchandising officer exits

    Karla Frieders voluntarily resigned after more than 26 years with the company, and there are no plans to appoint a successor.

    By • July 7, 2025
  • A black "Lululemon" sign features the red and white brand logo and white lettering, hanging in front of a leafy tree.
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    Can Lululemon make a federal case out of ‘dupe culture’?

    In a lawsuit against Costco over a variety of apparel designs, the athleisure brand laments the proliferation of “LululemonDupes” on social media.

    By Daphne Howland • July 7, 2025
  • The interior of a Brandy Melville store.
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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 • July 2, 2025
  • A person walks in front of a Nike store.
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    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
  • A woman in jeans, a white T-shirt and high heels walks at the end of a runway.
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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 • July 2, 2025
  • Brendan Dunne is pictured in front of shelves staked with shoe boxes.
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    StockX names sneaker veteran as senior director of community, engagement

    Brendan Dunne will also become a brand ambassador for the resale platform.

    By • Updated July 1, 2025
  • A Saks store in Chicago.
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    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
  • An exterior of a Vera Wang store.
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    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 • June 30, 2025
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    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
  • A woman stands at a podium and speaks into a microphone. Behind her is an American flag.
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    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 • June 27, 2025
  • A closeup of a phone homescreen showcasing the Temu and Shein apps.
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    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 • June 27, 2025
  • A person walks in front of a Skechers store in a mall.
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    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 • June 26, 2025
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    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
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    ‘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
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    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 • June 25, 2025
  • Fabletics launches Fabletics Swim.
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    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
  • A line of models walk during the day in a cavernous room flanked by tall pillars.
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    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 • June 24, 2025
  • A Nike employee badge featuring Kim Kardashian.
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    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
  • A model wears a denim romper and flip flops while standing next to an empty mannequin.
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    GapStudio releases summer collection

    The Zac Posen-designed line is part of Gap Inc.’s broader strategy of driving cultural relevance.

    By • June 23, 2025
  • To the right of a mall store entrance, a minimalist gray granite facade features the red and white Lululemon logo and white lettering.
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    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
  • Two people wearing boat shoes and casual clothing sit together on a stone wall outdoors on a sunny day.
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    Courtesy of Authentic Brands Group
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    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 • June 20, 2025