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    Victoria’s Secret expects $10M hit to Q2 operating income from cybersecurity breach

    Newly arrived marketing chief Elizabeth Preis has been tasked with customer acquisition as the lingerie giant continues to lose market share.

    By Daphne Howland • June 13, 2025
  • A general view of the exterior of the branch of retailer Marks and Spencer at Westfield White City on October 20, 2020 in London, England. Marks & Spencer said customer data was accessed in an April 2025 cyberattack.
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    Marks & Spencer restores some online-order operations following cyberattack

    The department store chain was one of the first targets in an international spree of attacks that disrupted retailers.

    By David Jones • June 11, 2025
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    Rebag joins forces with Luxury Stores at Amazon

    The accessories reseller will offer preowned pieces from brands such as Hermès, Rolex and Cartier, while the e-commerce giant will provide free shipping.

    By • Updated 13 hours ago
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    Not a trend: Why plus-size fashion is worth the investment

    Models on runways may be thin, but plus-size customers still represent an underserved majority.

    By Lauren Schenkman • June 9, 2025
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    Torrid to close as many as 180 stores, 30% of its fleet

    The plus-size apparel retailer already keeps about 60% of sales and customers from shuttered locations, and plans to invest in retention efforts. 

    By Daphne Howland • June 9, 2025
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    Authentic extends Boardriders Japan partnership

    The expanded agreement adds outdoor sports brands Volcom and Spyder to an existing stable of managed retail labels including Quiksilver and Billabong.

    By • June 5, 2025
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    Gap partners with Malbon Golf

    The 33-piece collection will offer men’s and women’s preppy basics along with an ad campaign featuring PGA winner Jesper Parnevik.

    By • June 4, 2025
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    Old Navy shows off activewear with Lindsay Lohan in ‘80s-inspired spot

    The Gap brand, which reported a ninth consecutive quarter of market share gains, is now the No. 5 player in the active category.

    By Chris Kelly • June 4, 2025
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    Skechers sued by investor group over go-private deal

    A lawsuit alleges the footwear giant violated federal securities law by failing to disclose important information to shareholders.

    By • June 3, 2025
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    Saks Global rescues its holiday with $350M in new financing

    Without the infusion, the luxury department store company would struggle to pay vendors ahead of the critical season, analysts say.

    By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2025
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    Gap Inc. braces for as much as $300M in tariff-related costs

    As import levies threaten the apparel retailer’s momentum, including a potential $150 million hit to margins, executives said pricing won’t change.

    By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2025
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    Victoria’s Secret shuts down website in response to security incident

    Although stores are open, the company has also halted some in-store services as it works to fully restore operations. 

    By Kaarin Moore • May 30, 2025
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    Consumers rate quality over politics: report

    Shoppers care about a brand’s values but also look for consistent messaging, durability and affordability, according to Kearney Consumer Institute.

    By • May 29, 2025
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    Nike to return to Amazon, raise prices

    The sportswear giant will sell on the U.S. site after six years away. Meanwhile, prices are going up for many of its footwear products.

    By Cara Salpini • May 28, 2025
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    Ralph Lauren revenue exceeds expectations

    The company posted sales growth in every region, with Europe up 12% and China up more than 20%.

    By • May 22, 2025
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    Victoria’s Secret adopts poison pill to halt hostile takeover

    The maneuver is in response to the “substantial accumulation” of shares by investment firm BBRC International, which just launched its own lingerie brand.

    By Kaarin Moore • May 22, 2025
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    Urban Outfitters’ in-store experiential concept goes after Gen Z — first with Nike

    The apparel retailer debuted the On Rotation concept as a way to fuel discovery shaped by the generation’s favorite brands. 

    By Kaarin Moore • May 21, 2025
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    Under Armour nears the end of SKU reduction, turns focus to premium products

    The athletics retailer hopes to position its assortment as a higher-end offering, including through a $140 backpack.

    By Cara Salpini • May 19, 2025
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    Richemont sales boosted by fine jewelry

    Challenges at the company’s watchmaker division offset gains elsewhere and resulted in an overall 4% revenue increase for fiscal 2025.

    By • May 16, 2025
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    Old Navy launches Americana collab with Disney

    The Gap Inc.-owned brand says the collection is the first time branded IP has been on its signature flag T-shirt.

    By • May 16, 2025
  • Harrods is one of three UK-based retail companies responding to a spree of attacks beginning in April 2025.
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    Hackers behind cyberattacks on Harrods are targeting the US, say researchers

    The group also orchestrated intrusions at Co-op and M&S and is expanding its presence, according to Google Threat Intelligence.

    By David Jones • May 16, 2025
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    American Eagle Outfitters pulls guidance, writes down $75M in inventory

    The preliminary Q1 results also revealed a 5% revenue decline and steep operating losses.

    By Dani James • May 15, 2025
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    Nearly half of shoppers are concerned about tariff-related fashion costs: report

    Buyers are willing to switch brands if prices rise, which marketing firm Wunderkind said gives challenger brands the opportunity to capture new customers.

    By • May 13, 2025
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    Tapestry reports record third quarter, raises guidance

    Coach revenue gains offset losses at Kate Spade, while Stuart Weitzman saw steep declines ahead of its sale to Caleres this summer.

    By • Updated May 9, 2025
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    ThredUp launches curated vintage collection

    The online pop-up shop is partnering with Beyond Retro to offer more than 17,000 pieces of womenswear inspired by and sourced from the 1970s through the early aughts.

    By • May 8, 2025