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    Unlocking the future of apparel fit and sizing: 5 crucial factors for brands evaluating size and fit technology

    From digital twins to virtual try-ons and avatars, there's a wealth of innovative solutions available to help brands better understand and meet the needs of their customers.

    April 22, 2024
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    Billy Reid acquires Knot Standard’s DTC business

    As part of the deal, the fashion brand will take over the DTC brand’s stores and start using its AI-based made-to-measure software in all its locations.

    By Cara Salpini • April 16, 2024
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    Rent the Runway turns to resale, advertising in renewed growth push

    The apparel rental service beat expectations in Q4 and struck a note of confidence, saying its restructuring earlier this year wasn’t just about cuts.

    By Daphne Howland • April 12, 2024
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    Shein, Temu have high customer overlap with TikTok Shop: report

    Even while facing a potential ban in the U.S., an Earnest Analytics report finds the platform is dominating social shopping. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 8, 2024
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    Vestiaire Collective relaunches vintage category

    The resale platform’s Archive Room includes more than 250,000 items, and the company plans to roll out monthly themed curation events.

    By • April 1, 2024
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    Renewcell extends deadline for purchase offers

    Potential buyers have until March 28 to submit bids following the textile waste recycling company’s bankruptcy filing last month.

    By • March 19, 2024
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    Top 2024 challenges and priorities

    Embracing technology, automating processes and digitally connecting operations are crucial for greater visibility, transparency, efficiency and cost control. 

    March 18, 2024
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    Textile recycling company Infinited Fiber closes $43.8M funding round

    The news comes after Renewcell, its competitor in the recycled materials space, filed for bankruptcy due to lack of funding.

    By • March 14, 2024
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    Gap Inc. will begin using regenerated polyester in Athleta apparel

    Cycora, a material from textile science manufacturer Ambercycle, is expected to show up in the athleticwear brand's clothing beginning in 2026.

    By • March 6, 2024
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    J.Crew launches swimwear takeback program

    The recycling initiative, in partnership with SuperCircle, will give consumers shopping credit in exchange for used bathing suits from any brand.

    By Howard Ruben • March 4, 2024
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    Zulily IP assets put up for sale

    The sale includes customer data, domain names, over 200 trademarks and code for the Zulily proprietary app. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 1, 2024
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    Coupang wants to transform the luxury fashion customer experience

    On its Q4 earnings call, CEO Bom Kim said his company was confident that buying Farfetch was a prudent financial decision.

    By • Feb. 28, 2024
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    Sustainable Apparel Coalition rebrands as Cascale

    The move follows the December exit of CEO Amina Razvi and the organization’s step back from the Higg Materials Sustainability Index.

    By • Feb. 27, 2024
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    Automating your Amazon business

    Discover the key to e-commerce success by partnering technology and strategy for thriving sales on online marketplaces.

    Feb. 20, 2024
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    10 retail trends to watch in 2024

    Step into 2024's retail revolution: AI-driven experiences, DTC in stores, sustainability surge and nostalgic fashion resurfaces. Adapt or fade away…

    Feb. 12, 2024
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    Prada reclaims top spot on Lyst Index

    Miu Miu fell to second place on the quarterly report, while Ugg returned to the top-20 brand category and The Row made its first appearance.

    By • Feb. 6, 2024
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    Coupang completes acquisition of Farfetch

    The $500 million deal, initially announced in December, was threatened last week by Farfetch bond holders seeking to recover their investment in the luxury e-commerce firm.

    By • Jan. 31, 2024
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    Farfetch deal with Coupang threatened by ad hoc investor group

    The noteholders, who collectively hold more than half of the luxury e-commerce platform’s 2027 bonds, say they’re seeking options that would allow them to recover their funds.

    By • Updated Jan. 30, 2024
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    Under Armour, Celanese develop spandex alternative

    The companies partnered on Neolast, a high-performing alternative to elastane — a fiber that gives apparel stretch.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 26, 2024
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    Textile tech brand Repreve introduces yarn made from plastic bottles

    The fiber, called Recomfort, is designed to to be pill-resistant and feel like traditional cotton, acrylic and rayon.

    By Howard Ruben • Jan. 25, 2024
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    TrusTrace lands $24M growth investment

    The traceability platform will use the money to boost its global expansion strategy.

    By • Jan. 18, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    7 fashion industry trends to watch in 2024

    The coming year will bring fast fashion battles, more mergers and acquisitions, an evolution of luxury and a presidential election, and that’s just for starters.

    By Laurel Deppen and Lara Ewen • Jan. 12, 2024
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    Biomaterials firm backed by Kering raises 11 million euros

    Mogu Srl has completed Series A funding and plans to launch a demo production plant, expand its team and increase its research and development efforts.

    By • Jan. 9, 2024
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    Rent the Runway to cut 10% of its corporate workforce, COO resigns

    The designer rental service is launching a restructuring plan, which it says will result in $11 million to $13 million in annualized run rate cash savings.

    By • Jan. 9, 2024
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    Leather alternative startup names new chief product officer

    Gozen, which recently closed a $3.3 million funding round, named Sedef Uncu Aki to the position.

    By • Jan. 3, 2024