Prada earmarks 1% of Re-Nylon revenue for ocean education

The move enhances the existing partnership between the Italian fashion house and UNESCO’s Sea Beyond program initiative.

By Lara Ewen • June 29, 2023

Shein exec talks transparency, sustainability and the afterlife of clothing

Peter Pernot-Day, global head of strategy and corporate affairs, says circularity is key when it comes to the company’s future.

By Lara Ewen • Updated July 6, 2023

Global luxury apparel sales strong: report

The Bain & Company and Altagamma’s 2023 spring luxury study, released last week, said the personal luxury goods market focused on wardrobe staples and new formal and occasion wear.

By Lara Ewen • June 27, 2023

Chico’s announces $100M stock repurchase program

The women’s fashion apparel retailer reported a small slide in its Q1 net sales, which fell to $534.7 million.

By Nate Delesline III • June 27, 2023

Crocs creates Jibbitz-themed virtual store experience

Shoppers can customize a pair of shoes with up to 26 charms in the virtual experience and then purchase a physical version of their creation.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 26, 2023

Savage x Fenty appoints new CEO

The direct-to-consumer lingerie brand, founded by music star Rihanna, has been steadily expanding its store footprint.

By Dani James • June 23, 2023

Dick’s bans forever chemicals in its brand textile products

PFAS, called forever chemicals because of their inability to break down in the environment, are often found in sweat- and water-resistant products.

By Laurel Deppen • June 21, 2023

Victoria’s Secret names brand president, chief merchandising officer

Greg Unis will oversee the namesake and Pink brands, while former Torrid executive Anne Stephenson will become the company’s chief merchant.

By Nate Delesline III • June 21, 2023

Saks Off 5th names chiefs for marketing, merchandising

Mara Sirhal joins from Bed Bath & Beyond as chief merchant and brand president, while Sara Griffin will become chief marketing and analytics officer.

By Nate Delesline III • June 16, 2023

Younger shoppers are spending less on apparel: report

Luxury brands received the biggest drop off in spending from consumers under 34.

By Laurel Deppen • June 16, 2023

Bergdorf revamps men’s shop to focus on tailoring

The luxury retailer is doubling down on the sector as menswear sales over the past 12 months outpace both women and children, according to data.

By Howard Ruben • June 15, 2023

Gap launches vintage collection curated in-house

The collection, hand-picked by Gap’s vintage curator, designer Sean Wotherspoon, includes items from the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s.

By Laurel Deppen • June 14, 2023

Adobe: Online prices fell 2.3% in May, the biggest drop since the pandemic began

Overall inflation has slowed in recent months, the research firm found.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 13, 2023

Fiorucci menswear artistic director to depart brand

Daniel Fletcher has been with the brand since 2019, and his final collection will be released later this year.

By Lara Ewen • June 13, 2023

J. Crew opens virtual store

The beach house experience features six themed rooms for shoppers to browse, and includes a quiz, a scavenger hunt and former catalog images.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 12, 2023

Excess inventory at Neiman Marcus squeezes Q3 margins

Some consumers showed wariness in the period, but the department store said its top customers, brands and stores continue to do well.

By Daphne Howland • June 9, 2023

J. Jill refinances long-term debt, plans new POS

After warning of potential bankruptcy in 2020, the retailer is now focused on investments to enhance its omnichannel capabilities.

By Nate Delesline III • June 8, 2023

Victoria’s Secret expands Amazon assortment to include apparel, lingerie

The retailer opened its Amazon storefront last year with 120 beauty products in an effort to stoke sales within the category.

By Kaarin Moore • June 6, 2023

EBay expands Authenticity Guarantee to streetwear

Items from nine brands including Supreme and Off-White are eligible, with more to be added at the end of September, including Adidas, Nike and Gucci.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • June 2, 2023

Patagonia sues Nordstrom, claiming counterfeit sales at Rack

The brand recently stopped selling via the department store and its off-price stores and discovered the alleged fakes this year, per court documents.

By Daphne Howland • June 1, 2023

Fendi launches men’s basketball-inspired collection

The limited-edition Fendi Active: Basketball Capsule comes with a $10,000 basketball hoop and a pop-up court at Saks Fifth Avenue in New York.

By Lara Ewen • May 30, 2023

Journeys to close 100 stores this year, move away from malls

The number is up from a previous estimate of 60 locations and will save up to $40 million, according to parent company Genesco.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 30, 2023

Highest earners are holding back their apparel spend: report

After years of outperformance, consumers earning $150,000 or more per year are spending less on fashion and more on experiences, data from Earnest shows.

By Laurel Deppen • May 24, 2023

Adidas to start selling Yeezy products at the end of May

It’s the first time the products have been up for sale since Adidas broke ties with Kanye West, also known as Ye, in October.

By Cara Salpini • May 22, 2023

The fashion industry continues to adopt licensing strategies to expand market reach and drive sales

Experience the fashion revolution at Licensing Expo in Las Vegas this June, where brands expand into new markets and collaborate with iconic brands to captivate a larger audience.

May 22, 2023