Steve Madden reports flat revenue, decreases full-year outlook

The company, which experienced wholesale challenges this year, recently added a new apparel brand to its portfolio.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 8, 2023

PVH Corp. names new global brand president of Tommy Hilfiger

Lea Rytz Goldman, previously with H&M and COS, will take over the role in spring succeeding Avery Baker.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 8, 2023

Nike launches patent infringement complaint against Skechers, New Balance

The patents in question concern Nike’s Flyknit upper technology.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 7, 2023

Kontoor Brands Q3 revenue rises 8%, supported by its best-selling Barbie collection

Both its Wrangler and Lee Jeans brands have invested heavily in collabs and attracted newer, younger customers as a result.

By Lara Ewen • Nov. 6, 2023

Thom Browne opposes Adidas’ request for new trial in U.S. trademark case

The two companies have disputed a stripe design in courts in the U.S. and the U.K. since 2021.

By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 6, 2023

Crocs tops $1B in Q3 revenue, but HeyDude continues to drag

Executives warned the holiday quarter could be rough for its DTC brand, with sales down as much as 25%, but said they still believe in its potential.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 3, 2023

Hugo Boss group sales grow to $1.09B

The increase was driven by strong sales in the U.S. and a boost in its digital channels.

By Lara Ewen • Nov. 2, 2023

Prada Group revenues up 12% despite weak sales in the Americas

Miu Miu retail sales were up 49% for the first nine months of the year, and the Prada brand saw a 13% increase for the period.

By Lara Ewen • Oct. 31, 2023

L Catterton sells stake in men’s apparel brand Rhone

The brand closed on a round of financing through a special purpose vehicle fund that allowed it to buy out the private equity firm’s minority stake.

By Howard Ruben • Oct. 31, 2023

VF Corp. launches transformation program as some of its key brands falter

Vans remains a pain point for the apparel conglomerate, and the company will appoint a new president for the brand as part of its refresh efforts.

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 31, 2023

Columbia reports $985.7M in Q3 sales, lowers full-year guidance

The company’s namesake brand led sales, while its prAna brand is undergoing a “reset.”

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 30, 2023

Shein acquires Missguided from Frasers Group

The deal boosts Shein’s presence in the U.K., where analysts predict it could achieve 2.2% market share in 2023.

By Laurel Deppen • Updated Oct. 30, 2023

Shein and Temu agree to dismiss legal fights

The fast fashion rivals had been involved in two cases centered on copyright and antitrust laws.

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 30, 2023

Skechers logs $2B in Q3 sales, domestic wholesale flat

The footwear giant hopes that after a “difficult year” for wholesale, next year may offer growth for the segment.  

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 27, 2023

Biomaterials startup lands $3.3M in funding to boost production of its leather alternative

Gozen, which recently debuted its material with Balenciaga, is seeking to scale its production with a new facility.

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 26, 2023

Capri shareholders approve sale to Tapestry

The merger agreement, first announced in August, was authorized during a special meeting of shareholders.

By Laurel Deppen , Lara Ewen • Oct. 26, 2023

Kering revenue drops 13% in Q3 as global luxury sales falter

Almost all the firm’s fashion brands saw double-digit declines as its retail and wholesale numbers also fell.

By Lara Ewen • Oct. 25, 2023

Former Nike exec Trevor Edwards joins VF Corp.’s board

Edwards, once seen as stepping into the CEO role at the athletic gear powerhouse, left five years ago as questions swirled about its work culture.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 25, 2023

Zegna Group Q3 revenue up 20.8% with strong DTC sales

U.S. sales showed a robust 47.8% growth, which the company partly attributed to its newly added Tom Ford fashion segment.

By Lara Ewen • Oct. 24, 2023

Puma reports increased sales in footwear segment, normalized inventory

The sportswear giant reaffirmed its full fiscal year projections while the brand’s wholesale and DTC businesses saw strong increases.

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 24, 2023

Richemont and Farfetch receive antitrust clearance on YOOX Net-a-Porter deal

Farfetch will receive a 47.5% stake in the online luxury platform in exchange for shares in Richemont.

By Lara Ewen • Oct. 23, 2023

Steve Madden acquires Almost Famous in $52M deal

Prior to the purchase, the apparel brand was the exclusive licensee of Madden NYC.

By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 23, 2023

Ferragamo revenues slide 8.3% as retail and wholesale channels lag

North American regional sales dropped more than 20% and global sales were down in every product category.

By Lara Ewen • Oct. 20, 2023

David’s Bridal promotes slate of company veterans in preparation for post-bankruptcy turnaround

The special-occasion apparel chain struggled after its previous Chapter 11 exit in 2018 as the pandemic roiled its business.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 20, 2023

Boardriders lays off 84 California employees, including C-Suite members

The news comes after the company was acquired by Authentic Brands Group last month.

By Laurel Deppen • Updated Feb. 27, 2025